{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lincoln Park Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":27.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9359840,"projectId":10210887,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students and staff here in West Duluth, I want to extend a sincere thank you for your incredibly generous contribution to our math department. It isn't every day that someone helps us prove that Computer Science and Cultural Heritage belong in the same equation, but your support has made that a reality!In our classroom, we're doing more than just solving for x. Thanks to you, our students are: \r\n\r\nExploring Logic: Diving into the world of coding and computational thinking, preparing them for a tech-driven future.\r\n\r\nHonoring Roots: Connecting mathematical concepts to the rich, industrial, and diverse history of the Northland. \r\n\r\nBuilding Community: Seeing themselves reflected in their studies, which turns \"just another lesson\" into a point of pride.\r\n\r\nYour investment ensures that our students don't just learn how to navigate the modern world—they learn how to lead it without losing sight of where they came from. We are so grateful to have a partner who believes in the potential of West Duluth's next generation of innovators.","fullyFundedDate":1778249561206,"projectUrl":"project/6th-grade-math-materials-cultural-com/10210887/","projectTitle":"6th Grade Math Materials: Cultural & Computer Science Focused","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. White","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9359840_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709873544788","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9359840"},{"teacherId":9359840,"projectId":10248668,"letterContent":"I am writing this with a profound sense of gratitude and a desk that is, for the first time in weeks, beautifully organized. Your generosity has provided us with more than just physical tools; you have provided us with the momentum we need to finish this school year strong.\r\n\r\nIt is easy to look at a box of No. 2 pencils, a stack of disinfecting wipes, or a fresh set of dry-erase markers and see only \"the basics.\" However, in the ecosystem of a classroom, these items are the literal lifeblood of daily operations. They are the small, quiet engines that keep the gears of learning turning without friction. When we don't have to worry about the logistics of \"where is a pen?\" we can focus entirely on the \"why\" of the lesson.\r\n\r\nWhy the \"Basics\" Are Never Actually Basic\r\n\r\nRemoval of Barriers: When a student walks into class and realizes they've forgotten their supplies, it creates an immediate wall of anxiety.\r\n\r\nA Clean Slate: Disinfecting wipes do more than kill germs; they allow students to take pride in their physical workspace, creating a hygienic \"fresh start\" every morning.\r\n\r\nVibrant Expression: Fresh markers allow for color-coded brainstorming and collaborative posters that turn a dull lecture into a visual masterpiece.\r\n\r\nThe True Impact: Having a surplus of supplies means I never have to make a student feel \"singled out\" for being unprepared. Instead, I can simply hand them what they need with a smile, keeping the focus on their potential rather than their lack of resources.","fullyFundedDate":1778249561503,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials-middle-school-mat/10248668/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials - Middle School Math","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. White","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9359840_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709873544788","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9359840"},{"teacherId":9359840,"projectId":10165194,"letterContent":"​On behalf of the students, educators, and families across Minnesota, I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your recent contributions. Your generosity is doing more than just filling backpacks; it is fueling potential and providing a critical foundation for students who have been historically underserved by our educational systems.\r\n​In Minnesota, we take great pride in our high graduation rates and our reputation for academic excellence. However, beneath those headlines lies a sobering reality: our state continues to grapple with some of the most persistent racial achievement gaps in the nation. As of 2026, the data remains a call to action. Proficiency rates in core subjects like reading and math show a stark divide, where students of color and Indigenous students are frequently denied the same starting line as their peers. While the causes of these gaps are systemic and complex, the solutions often begin with something remarkably tangible. \r\n​It is easy for some to view a high-quality scientific calculator, a sturdy pair of headphones for digital learning, or even a consistent supply of notebooks and pens as \"extras\" or minor conveniences. But for a student in an underserved district, these items are not luxuries—they are the tools of equity. When a student shows up to class without the basic supplies required for the day's lesson, the \"gap\" isn't just a statistic on a spreadsheet; it's a lived experience of exclusion. It is the anxiety of falling behind before the teacher has even finished the instructions. It is the subtle, daily message that they are less prepared than the person sitting next to them.\r\n​By providing these essential supplies, you are helping to level the playing field in a very real way. You are ensuring that a student's academic success is determined by their intellect and effort, rather than the balance of their parents' bank account. Access to the right tools allows a student to engage fully, to take risks, and to see themselves as a legitimate participant in their own education. This sense of belonging and preparedness is a prerequisite for closing the achievement gap. We cannot expect students to leap across a chasm if we haven't given them the boots to make the climb.\r\n​Your donations serve as a powerful reminder to our students that their community sees them, believes in them, and is invested in their future. In a landscape where educational equity can often feel like a distant goal, your support provides immediate, concrete progress. You are helping us move toward a Minnesota where every child—regardless of their zip code or background—has the resources they need to thrive.\r\n​Thank you for recognizing that no item is too small to make a difference. Thank you for standing with our students and for your unwavering commitment to educational justice. Because of you, thousands of young Minnesotans are heading into their classrooms this year with more than just supplies; they are heading in with the confidence that they belong there.","fullyFundedDate":1778184232152,"projectUrl":"project/little-luxuries-big-impact/10165194/","projectTitle":"Little Luxuries, Big Impact","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. White","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9359840_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709873544788","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9359840"},{"teacherId":10410082,"projectId":10036024,"letterContent":"My students and I are having a blast using these new resources to get our hands dirty and learn how plants grow. A real highlight was our first \"planting day,\" where the kids mixed their own soil and carefully tucked seeds into trays for our community garden. When they first saw all the supplies, they were so excited and kept asking if they could start using the tools right away; they felt like professional gardeners! They also loved getting creative by decorating colorful pots for our upcoming plant sale. Now that everything is planted, our next step is to track the growth of our seedlings and learn how to take care of them until they are strong enough to be moved outside. Thank you for much for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1769644185041,"projectUrl":"project/middle-school-gardening-project/10036024/","projectTitle":"Middle School Gardening Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Strandemo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10410082_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768579292572","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10410082"},{"teacherId":10445240,"projectId":10126984,"letterContent":"Your donation of the books \"Red Bird Danced\" and \"The Star That Always Stays\" have been extremely impactful on our classroom this past month. Students were able to have choice in the book they are currently reading in their literature circles, because of the variety we are able to offer. \r\nWhen you walk into the classroom on a reading day, it is silent. The feedback from students has been great. They love the stories thus far! Native American culture and disparities have also been at the forefront of classroom discussion throughout this literature circle unit. These books have offered many teachings to our students. \r\nWe would not have been able to complete this project without you. These books are serving over 100 students this year, and will continue to serve more students in the years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1773873525547,"projectUrl":"project/connecting-culture-and-reading-ojibwe-b/10126984/","projectTitle":"Connecting Culture and Reading: Ojibwe Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ratke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10445240_orig.jpg?crop=1912,1912,x0,y25&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772482570922","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10445240"},{"teacherId":10445240,"projectId":10126897,"letterContent":"Your donation of the books \"Rain is not my Indian Name\" and \"Apple in the Middle\" have been extremely impactful on our classroom this past month. Students were able to have choice in the book they are currently reading in their literature circles, because of the variety we are able to offer. \r\nWhen you walk into the classroom on a reading day, it is silent. The feedback from students has been great. They love the stories thus far! Native American culture and disparities have also been at the forefront of classroom discussion throughout this literature circle unit. These books have offered many teachings to our students. \r\nWe would not have been able to complete this project without you. These books are serving over 100 students this year, and will continue to serve more students in the years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1772490076088,"projectUrl":"project/honoring-ojibwe-perspectives-through-boo/10126897/","projectTitle":"Honoring Ojibwe Perspectives Through Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ratke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10445240_orig.jpg?crop=1912,1912,x0,y25&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772482570922","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10445240"},{"teacherId":10410065,"projectId":10035928,"letterContent":"Your donation has made a world of a difference in my classroom. Every day students enter the room looking forward to having something they can fidget with. These fidgets have helped with their productivity, and relaxation immensely. Being able to use their hands while reading, or even listening to a story can really help them dial into their work and keep them focused. Not to mention I have other students coming into my room letting me know how calming it feels! \r\n\r\nFurthermore, the cushions that I had received made reading and work time so much more flexible for students. There are many students who struggle with sitting at a desk for long periods of time. These cushions allow my students to move around the room and still feel comfortable. \r\n\r\nAgain I cannot thank you guys enough. These students can definitely feel the love, and their productivity shows it as well. I look forward to using these items next year with a new group of students!","fullyFundedDate":1769192080731,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-friendly-reading-environment-in/10035928/","projectTitle":"Sensory Friendly Reading Environment in Middle School","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10410065_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768578128196","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10410065"},{"teacherId":9359840,"projectId":10035998,"letterContent":"Dear Supporters and Friends of our Middle School Yoga Program,\r\n​On behalf of the students, faculty, and administration, I am writing to express our deepest gratitude for your incredibly generous contributions to our yoga initiative. Your support has done much more than simply purchase mats or hire an instructor; it has provided our students with a sanctuary for growth, a toolkit for resilience, and a foundation for lifelong wellness.\r\n​Middle school is a period of profound transition. It is a time defined by rapid physical growth, social shifts, and increasing academic pressure. By bringing yoga into our curriculum, you have given our students the rare opportunity to pause, breathe, and reconnect with themselves amidst the whirlwind of adolescence.\r\n​The Physical Impact: Building Strength and Awareness\r\n​The physical benefits of this program have been immediate and visible. In an era where students spend a significant portion of their day hunched over desks or screens, yoga offers a vital counter-balance. Through your support, our students are learning:\r\n​Improved Posture and Alignment: By strengthening the core and lengthening the spine, students are developing better physical habits that prevent long-term strain.\r\n​Balance and Coordination: Middle schoolers often experience a sense of \"clumsiness\" as their bodies grow rapidly. Yoga helps them navigate these changes by improving proprioception and motor control.\r\n​Physical Resilience: Regular practice has increased their flexibility and muscular endurance, which translates to fewer injuries in their extracurricular sports and daily activities.\r\n​Seeing a room full of energetic middle schoolers transition from chaotic movement to the disciplined stillness of a \"Tree Pose\" is a testament to the physical control they are gaining—a control they take with them into every hallway and classroom.\r\n​The Mental Impact: Cultivating a Calm Mind\r\n​While the physical changes are impressive, the mental and emotional shifts are perhaps even more profound. Middle school can be a high-stress environment, but because of your generosity, our students are learning how to manage that stress effectively.\r\n​Stress Reduction and Regulation\r\nStudents are learning that while they cannot always control the stressors around them—like a difficult exam or social friction—they can control their response. We have integrated \"Box Breathing\" and mindfulness techniques that students now use before big tests to lower their heart rates and clear their minds.\r\n​Enhanced Focus and Concentration\r\nThe meditative aspects of yoga train the brain to settle. Teachers have noted that students who participate in yoga sessions demonstrate a marked increase in their ability to sustain focus during subsequent lessons. They are learning the \"muscle memory\" of concentration.\r\n​Emotional Intelligence and Self-Esteem\r\nYoga is a non-competitive practice. For many students who feel the weight of constant comparison, the yoga mat is the one place where they don't have to be \"the best.\" This fosters a sense of self-acceptance and confidence that is often missing during these formative years.","fullyFundedDate":1769451337163,"projectUrl":"project/yoga-a-mental-physical-learning-exper/10035998/","projectTitle":"Yoga: A Mental & Physical Learning Experience in Middle School","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. White","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9359840_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709873544788","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9359840"},{"teacherId":9359840,"projectId":9975967,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your generous donation to this project. With help from donors like you, I can organize, recognize and reward positive behavior in middle school.\r\nAlthough middle schools are often overlooked, they too have many sensory needs. When those needs are met, they are then able to meaningfully engage in learning.\r\nStudents like mine who have been historically under served, benefit substantially from positive reinforcements and recognition within school, helping them to build both confidence and academic stamina.","fullyFundedDate":1767220928946,"projectUrl":"project/middle-school-behavior-and-academic-reco/9975967/","projectTitle":"Middle School Behavior and Academic Recognition","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. White","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9359840_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709873544788","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9359840"},{"teacherId":9359840,"projectId":9916710,"letterContent":"​To our incredible community of supporters,\r\n​There is a specific kind of magic that happens when a student walks into a classroom and realizes, perhaps for the first time, that their environment was designed with their dignity in mind. In a historically underserved middle school like ours, the \"basics\" are often treated as a finish line rather than a starting point. But because of your overwhelming generosity, we have been able to move far beyond the bare minimum, creating a space where my students feel seen, valued, and—most importantly—prepared to excel.\r\n​Anchoring the Essentials\r\n​First, I want to thank you for fortifying our foundation. For many of our families, the start of a semester brings a heavy financial burden. Your contributions have ensured that no student in my room has to experience the quiet anxiety of being the only one without a notebook, a functioning calculator, or a reliable set of pens. By providing these basic needs, you've removed the immediate barriers to entry that so often discourage bright minds before the lesson even begins. When a student doesn't have to worry about the logistics of \"how\" to participate, they can finally focus on the \"what\"—the complex math, the deep literature, and the critical thinking that will shape their futures.\r\n​The Power of \"Little Luxuries\"\r\n​While the essentials keep our classroom running, the \"little luxuries\" you funded have truly transformed our culture. In a middle school setting, \"luxury\" isn't about extravagance; it's about comfort, inspiration, and a sense of belonging. The flexible seating options, the vibrant area rug for our reading nook, the high-quality art supplies, and even the stash of healthy, premium snacks have turned a sterile room into a sanctuary.\r\n​These items send a powerful message to my students: You are worth the \"extra.\" In an underserved district, students are frequently told to be grateful for whatever leftovers come their way. Your donations flipped that narrative. When they sit in a comfortable chair to read a graphic novel or use a brand-new set of markers to map out a science project, they feel the investment you've made in them. These small touches reduce stress, increase engagement, and foster a genuine love for coming to school.","fullyFundedDate":1764864104672,"projectUrl":"project/necessary-classroom-basics/9916710/","projectTitle":"Necessary Classroom Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. White","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9359840_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709873544788","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9359840"},{"teacherId":5394746,"projectId":9403827,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing my students with fun games for them to play when they finish their work or when we have game days. They were very excited the first time I put out the bin of games. It's really given them something to work to and has resulted in them getting their work done on time, knowing they can play a game when finished. All students have found at least one game they enjoy! I have also really enjoyed seeing the students branch out into making new friends while playing games. They have become very welcoming to all students and making new friends while playing. Thank you for your donation!","fullyFundedDate":1758798081921,"projectUrl":"project/building-skills-one-game-at-a-time/9403827/","projectTitle":"Building Skills, One Game at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Siats","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5394746_orig.png?crop=482,482,x0,y16&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721802796207","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5394746"},{"teacherId":9359840,"projectId":9684940,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your generous donation to this card games project! 7th grade students are currently learning how to be responsible and respectful citizens, practicing their newly learned skills by playing cards games. Though many take it for granted that students learn these skills at home, some do not. \r\nBy playing card games like Uno, Spot it!, Go Fish and more, students learn in a fun and engaging way how to become responsible citizens of tomorrow. Even students with severe learning disabilities benefit as we have a group that come with their paraprofessional.","fullyFundedDate":1757961125443,"projectUrl":"project/card-games-for-good-sportsmanship/9684940/","projectTitle":"Card Games for Good Sportsmanship","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. White","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9359840_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709873544788","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9359840"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_76203","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":606,"numTeachers":38,"percentFrplEligible":63,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":7,"percentWhite":61,"percentIndigenous":6,"percentLatinx":5,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":18,"gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"15.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":72.4,"schoolId":76203,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Lincoln Park Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Lincoln Park Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/minnesota/duluth-independent-school-district-709/morgan-park-middle-school/76203"}