{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Valley View Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":35.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7957643,"projectId":10213838,"letterContent":"Our classroom is incredibly grateful for your generous donation to provide iPads for our special education students. Technology can make a tremendous difference for struggling readers, especially for students who benefit from visual, auditory, and hands-on learning supports. These iPads will help students stay motivated, focused, and excited about learning while allowing teachers to provide instruction tailored to each student's level and goals. What may seem like a simple device will become a powerful tool that encourages growth, celebrates progress, and helps students believe in themselves as readers.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and their futures. Your kindness, generosity, and belief in our classroom mean more than words can express.","fullyFundedDate":1778008664653,"projectUrl":"project/ipads-in-action-building-stronger-reade/10213838/","projectTitle":"iPads in Action: Building Stronger Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Noakes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7957643_orig.jpg?crop=967,968,x0,y141&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777657046795","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7957643"},{"teacherId":7957643,"projectId":10214201,"letterContent":"Your generosity has opened new doors for our special education students. With these iPads, students can build reading skills in engaging and personalized ways that help increase confidence, independence, and success in the classroom. We will be using the ipads during the 2026-2027 school year in our special education reading strategies class. \r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our learners and helping make reading more accessible, motivating, and meaningful every day. Your kindness and investment in our students' futures is truly appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1778008997713,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-literacy-ipads-to-support-str/10214201/","projectTitle":"Unlocking Literacy: iPads to Support Struggling Middle School Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Noakes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7957643_orig.jpg?crop=967,968,x0,y141&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777657046795","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7957643"},{"teacherId":7957643,"projectId":10172835,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our DonorsChoose project! Your generosity is helping our middle school special education students build real-world job skills through the creation of a school coffee cart. Students are learning responsibility, teamwork, communication, money management, and customer service while gaining confidence in themselves each day. Your donation is providing meaningful hands-on experiences that will prepare them for future success both in school and beyond. We truly appreciate your kindness and investment in our students' futures!","fullyFundedDate":1777992949624,"projectUrl":"project/brewing-success-real-world-job-skills-t/10172835/","projectTitle":"Brewing Success: Real-World Job Skills Through Coffee Service","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Noakes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7957643_orig.jpg?crop=967,968,x0,y141&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777657046795","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7957643"},{"teacherId":7957643,"projectId":10085446,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our 8th grade algebra class! Because of your donation, our students now have access to calculators and headphones that are making a meaningful difference in their daily learning. These tools allow students to work more independently, check their understanding in real time, and stay focused during lessons and practice.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, especially those who benefit from additional support, having their own calculator and headphones helps reduce frustration and build confidence. They are able to engage more fully with math activities, listen to instructional supports, and participate without distractions. Your kindness is not only providing materials, but also creating a more inclusive and supportive classroom environment.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your investment in our students' success. Thank you for helping them grow as learners and believe in their abilities!","fullyFundedDate":1776104374266,"projectUrl":"project/equipping-algebra-students-to-succeed/10085446/","projectTitle":"Equipping Algebra Students to Succeed","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Noakes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7957643_orig.jpg?crop=967,968,x0,y141&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777657046795","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7957643"},{"teacherId":7957643,"projectId":10085467,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Your donation of snacks has made a meaningful difference for our middle school special education students. These small treats go a long way in helping students stay motivated, focused, and engaged throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, having access to a snack provides not only a boost of energy but also a sense of comfort and encouragement. We use these snacks as positive reinforcement to celebrate effort, participation, and progress—helping build confidence and a love for learning.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and support truly impact our students every day. We are incredibly grateful for your contribution and for believing in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1774454898913,"projectUrl":"project/nourishing-minds-in-our-special-educatio/10085467/","projectTitle":"Nourishing Minds in Our Special Education Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Noakes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7957643_orig.jpg?crop=967,968,x0,y141&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777657046795","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7957643"},{"teacherId":7957643,"projectId":10085493,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our middle school special education classroom project! Your generosity in providing fidgets for our students is truly appreciated.\r\n\r\nThese tools are making a meaningful difference, especially for students who need extra support with focus and self-regulation. Fidgets help students stay engaged, manage stress, and participate more successfully in learning activities throughout the day.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our classroom has become a more comfortable and productive environment where all students can focus and do their best. Your kindness is helping students build confidence and develop skills that will support them both in and out of the classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our students and their success!","fullyFundedDate":1771005925798,"projectUrl":"project/helping-8th-graders-focus-one-fidget-at/10085493/","projectTitle":"Helping 8th Graders Focus, One Fidget at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Noakes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7957643_orig.jpg?crop=967,968,x0,y141&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777657046795","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7957643"},{"teacherId":7957643,"projectId":10085413,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project! Your generosity in providing small treats like gum, Takis, Slim Jims, and candy has made a meaningful impact on our 8th grade students.\r\n\r\nThese simple rewards go a long way in motivating students to stay engaged, participate in lessons, and put forth their best effort. They help create a positive classroom environment where students feel encouraged and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nYour support is helping build not only stronger academic skills, but also confidence and a sense of community in our classroom. We truly appreciate your kindness and investment in our students' success.","fullyFundedDate":1770907274811,"projectUrl":"project/small-treats-big-motivation/10085413/","projectTitle":"Small Treats, Big Motivation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Noakes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7957643_orig.jpg?crop=967,968,x0,y141&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777657046795","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7957643"},{"teacherId":8046916,"projectId":10142701,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for your generous contribution in purchasing books for our middle school classroom at a Title I school. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in the lives of our students.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our classroom library is now filled with engaging, diverse, and age-appropriate books that our students are excited to read. Many of our students have limited access to books at home, so having these resources available in the classroom opens doors to new ideas, strengthens literacy skills, and fosters a genuine love of reading.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, your donation sends an important message to our students—that their education matters and that there are people who believe in their potential. That encouragement is truly invaluable.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students' growth, confidence, and future. Your generosity will have a lasting impact, and we are incredibly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1773869214887,"projectUrl":"project/from-reluctant-readers-to-book-lovers/10142701/","projectTitle":"From Reluctant Readers to Book Lovers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sandman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8046916_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693332604201","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jenna-greenslit"},{"teacherId":8046916,"projectId":10176290,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation that provided books that feature transgender characters and/or by transgender authors. Our students in our GSA group were beyond thrilled to see books that feature characters like them!\r\nThese books have brought so much joy to our students. The fact that students have books that showcase students like them demonstrate that there are people just like them in the world; it shows them that they are important, they deserve books-fiction and non-fiction-they deserve stories, too. These books show them that they matter.\r\nThank you for your kindness and for showing our students that they matter.","fullyFundedDate":1775350804093,"projectUrl":"project/pride-in-every-page/10176290/","projectTitle":"Pride in Every Page","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sandman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8046916_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693332604201","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jenna-greenslit"},{"teacherId":8046916,"projectId":9865099,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project. Because of your kindness, our middle school students will have access to new books that will inspire their imaginations, strengthen their reading skills, and open doors to new ideas and opportunities.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, access to high-quality books is limited. Your contribution helps bridge that gap and ensures that every student—regardless of their background—has the chance to discover the joy of reading. These books will not only support their academic growth but also encourage confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.\r\n\r\nYour generosity makes a real and lasting difference in our classroom. On behalf of my students and our entire school community, thank you for believing in their potential and investing in their future.","fullyFundedDate":1762526605988,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-for-learning-helping-students-when/9865099/","projectTitle":"Fuel for Learning: Helping Students When Food Runs Out","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sandman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8046916_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693332604201","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jenna-greenslit"},{"teacherId":9812206,"projectId":10014479,"letterContent":"The students at Valley View Middle School would like to sincerely thank you for the generous donation of snacks and squishies to our school. Your kindness and support truly made a meaningful difference in the lives of our students. They were beyond excited to see the snacks and squishies when they arrived! \r\nThanks to you, our students were able to have access to nutrition and stress relief to help them stay focused, avoid more trauma, and ready to learn. This was especially helpful during a time of social unrest. \r\nWe sincerely appreciate your dedication to our school and the well-being of our students. Thank you so much again!","fullyFundedDate":1769459152533,"projectUrl":"project/a-world-with-less-stress/10014479/","projectTitle":"A World With Less Stress","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hammann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9812206"},{"teacherId":10115782,"projectId":9545889,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating so that my classroom had the supplies I needed because of you I have been able to complete some both necessary and fun activities for my students.\r\n\r\nThe Clorox wipes allow me to ensure that my tables and desks and clean and as germ free as possible so that my students can continue to thrive in a good environment, the Kleenex makes sure our germ-riddles sneezes have a safe place to go to! \r\n\r\nThe water color paper has been very popular with my students - my team and AI have periodic activity days where students can choose to come paint with me and the paper has supplied several artists in their creative ventures.\r\n\r\nThe mints and the pens have served as good incentives on days where some of my students just needed a little extra something to get through the day.\r\n\r\nAgain, thank you so much for choosing to donate to my project.","fullyFundedDate":1764617651251,"projectUrl":"project/everyday-supplies-everyday-success/9545889/","projectTitle":"Everyday Supplies, Everyday Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. J","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10115782_orig.png?crop=341,341,x0,y37&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756401147742","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10115782"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_59780","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":647,"numTeachers":56,"percentFrplEligible":77,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":22,"percentWhite":18,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":44,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"11.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":64.2,"schoolId":59780,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Valley View Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Valley View Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/minnesota/bloomington-public-school-district-271/valley-view-middle-school/59780"}