{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"B Mahlon Brown Academy International Study","outOfStateSupporters":48.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9016910,"projectId":10044690,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of my project, \"Items For Stress Relief: Better Attendance And Athletics Performance.\" These materials have empowered my students to manage anxiety, improved classroom focus, and increased energy for athletic pursuits. Your investment is creating a healthier, more balanced environment for our school community.\r\nWhen the stress-relief tools arrived, my students were incredibly excited to use them. The materials stress bands and balls, and the soccer balls have become a vital part of our daily routine, allowing students to focus better and engage more deeply with their schoolwork and sports.\r\nFor our student-athletes, these items have helped bridge the gap between mental well-being and physical performance. By providing tools for relaxation and stress management, you have helped us boost attendance and foster a more positive atmosphere, which is vital for academic and athletic success.\r\nYour belief in this project means the world to us. Thank you for making a lasting, positive impact on my students' lives and helping us build a more supportive environment.","fullyFundedDate":1769100436759,"projectUrl":"project/items-for-stress-relief-better-attendanc/10044690/","projectTitle":"Items For Stress Relief Better Attendance And Athletics Performance","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Dudschus","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9016910_orig.jpg?crop=401,401,x0,y117&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1682527421315","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9016910"},{"teacherId":10074375,"projectId":10031856,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made a meaningful and visible impact on our middle school students, particularly in strengthening their social-emotional development during a critical stage of growth. The tools you provided are not just materials—they have become part of our daily routines, conversations, and problem-solving strategies.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, we are using these social-emotional resources in both structured lessons and real-time support moments. For example, during our weekly small group sessions, students engage with emotion-identification cards and guided reflection prompts to better understand their feelings and reactions. In one recent lesson, students participated in a \"stress mapping\" activity where they identified common stressors at school, at home, and with peers. Using the calming strategy tools you provided, they then created personalized coping plans. One student, who previously struggled to express frustration appropriately, was able to identify when they felt overwhelmed and independently chose a breathing technique card to regulate themselves. Moments like these show growth that goes beyond academics—they reflect lifelong skills being built in real time.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials were first introduced, students were immediately curious and engaged. Many were excited simply to have tools that \"felt like they were made for them.\" The visuals, hands-on components, and relatable language made the resources approachable and non-intimidating. Several students who are typically reserved began participating more openly in discussions. One student shared, \"This helps me explain what I feel without getting in trouble,\" which speaks volumes about how these tools are creating safer spaces for expression. The initial excitement has transitioned into consistent use, with students now independently asking to use specific tools when they need support.\r\n\r\nBeyond individual use, these resources have also strengthened our classroom community. Students are learning to support one another by recognizing emotions and responding with empathy. During group work, we've seen students encourage peers to use calming strategies or take short breaks when they notice signs of frustration. This peer-to-peer support is a powerful outcome and reflects a shift toward a more emotionally aware and compassionate classroom environment.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are continuing to build on this foundation by integrating social-emotional learning into ongoing classroom projects. Currently, students are working on a \"Personal Growth Portfolio,\" where they track their emotional regulation strategies, reflect on challenges, and set goals for improvement. The tools you provided are central to this process, giving students concrete ways to document and apply their learning. We are also beginning to incorporate these strategies into academic settings, helping students manage test anxiety, collaborate effectively, and persevere through challenging tasks.\r\n\r\nOur next steps include expanding the use of these tools into family engagement. We plan to share simplified versions of strategies with caregivers so students can practice consistency between school and home. Additionally, we are working toward student-led discussions, where students will teach and model these strategies for peers, further reinforcing their confidence and ownership of their growth.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our students are not only learning how to navigate their emotions—they are beginning to understand themselves in deeper, more meaningful ways. These are skills that will carry them far beyond the classroom, and we are incredibly grateful for the role you have played in making that possible.","fullyFundedDate":1768765131873,"projectUrl":"project/the-right-tools-the-right-impact/10031856/","projectTitle":"The Right Tools, The Right Impact","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pedroza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10074375"},{"teacherId":4401976,"projectId":9986930,"letterContent":"I wanted to send a huge thank you for your kind donations to our math classroom. The dry-erase markers have already become a favorite tool for our \"desk practice\" time. Students love being able to work out problems right on their desks—it makes it much easier for them to try new things and erase mistakes without any stress. Because of your help, every student has a set of markers ready to go, making our daily practice much more hands-on and exciting.\r\n\r\nThe notebook paper and Jolly Ranchers have also made a world of difference. The colored paper helps students keep their interactive notebooks organized so they can easily look back at what they've learned. As for the Jolly Ranchers, they are the perfect little reward for hard work! These small treats go a long way in keeping the energy high when we are tackling a tough new topic. Thank you for caring about our class and giving my students the supplies they need to succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1768088364121,"projectUrl":"project/mathematical-mastery/9986930/","projectTitle":"Mathematical Mastery","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ortiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4401976"},{"teacherId":8198996,"projectId":10016902,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and for supporting our classroom. Because of your kindness, our students now have access to a wide variety of new books, organizational tools, and classroom supplies that are already making a meaningful impact on our daily learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe new book collections for grades 2–3 and 4–6, along with engaging titles like Dinosaurs Before Dark, Bridge to Terabithia, and A Long Walk to Water, are helping to spark a love of reading in my students. Many of my students benefit from high-interest, accessible texts, and these books provide opportunities for them to build confidence, improve comprehension, and participate more actively in class discussions. Having multiple copies of Magic Tree House: Dinosaurs Before Dark has been especially exciting, as we are able to read together as a class and complete shared activities that build both literacy skills and engagement.\r\n\r\nIn addition to literacy, your donations have helped create a more structured and supportive classroom environment. The storage baskets, letter trays, and rolling cart allow us to stay organized and make materials easily accessible for students. This is especially important in a classroom where routines and clear systems help students feel safe and ready to learn. The classroom rules posters provide positive reminders that reinforce expectations and encourage a respectful, welcoming environment for everyone.\r\n\r\nThe supplies you provided—copy paper, colored pencils, and disinfecting wipes—help ensure that our classroom runs smoothly every day. Students now have the materials they need to complete assignments, express their creativity, and stay healthy in a clean learning space.\r\n\r\nYour support goes far beyond the items themselves. You are helping to build confidence in students who may struggle, creating opportunities for success, and fostering a classroom where every student feels valued and capable. We are incredibly grateful for your investment in our learning community.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making a difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1768708693272,"projectUrl":"project/mrs-carmona-sld-class/10016902/","projectTitle":"Mrs. Carmona SLD Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Carmona","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8198996"},{"teacherId":10411512,"projectId":10038420,"letterContent":"April 14, 2026\r\n\r\nWith deepest gratitude, we want to thank you for your incredible generosity in providing us with basketballs, soccer balls, volleyballs, jump ropes, and Clorox disinfecting wipes. Your thoughtful gifts have truly brightened Brown Middle School, giving our students the opportunity to enjoy active play, learn teamwork, and stay healthy in a safe environment.\r\n\r\nThe jump ropes and sports balls have brought new excitement and energy to our activities, while the disinfecting wipes allow us to safeguard the well-being of everyone in our community.\r\n\r\nYour unwavering support is a blessing, and your commitment to enriching the lives of\r\nstudents is sincerely cherished. We are profoundly grateful for your kindness, and the\r\ndifference you have made will be remembered for years to come.\r\n\r\nThank you-again and again-for believing in us and for helping us nurture both spirit and health.\r\n\r\nKim Zbiegien and the students of Brown Middle School","fullyFundedDate":1768765435097,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-fit/10038420/","projectTitle":"Keeping Fit","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kim","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10411512"},{"teacherId":5668584,"projectId":10020443,"letterContent":"Our new resources have already made a meaningful impact in our classroom and school community. One specific moment that stands out is how students have been using the stress balls in my office. When students come in feeling overwhelmed or upset, they now have a simple, effective tool to help them calm down. As they squeeze the stress balls, we're able to talk through their emotions, behaviors, and choices in a more productive way. It has created a more relaxed environment where students feel supported and heard.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, they were excited and curious. Many of them immediately connected with the idea of having something tangible to help manage their stress. It made conversations about emotions and self-regulation feel more approachable and less intimidating.\r\n\r\nThe impact extended beyond students as well. During a recent staff meeting, stress balls were shared with teachers to help them prepare for testing season. This small gesture helped bring our staff together, creating a sense of community and shared understanding around stress management. It was a great reminder that both students and educators benefit from these supports.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, the next steps for our students involve continuing to build their self-regulation skills. We are incorporating these tools into ongoing lessons about emotional awareness, coping strategies, and positive decision-making. Students are learning to independently recognize when they need a break and use the stress balls as part of their strategy to refocus and return to learning. Our goal is to help students carry these skills beyond the classroom and into their everyday lives.","fullyFundedDate":1768613119536,"projectUrl":"project/focused-on-learning/10020443/","projectTitle":"Focused on Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Traymany","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5668584_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1534713891443","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teachertraymany"},{"teacherId":9635979,"projectId":9989072,"letterContent":"I no longer have had to struggle with using someone else's supplies or just opting not to do projects overall. I have the supplies my kids need on hand and my kids can see a difference in what they are doing. \r\n\r\nOne of the projects we were working on was their \"make me a monster\" project, where they tied in concepts related to genetics, DNA and inheritance. They had to make a monster using supplies (scissors, tape, glue, etc) to demonstrate a monster that would be able to survive in the wild. It's been months since they have finished those projects up and they still talk about them. They were so excited to know that they had the supplies needed to be able to make them and are even more excited to know that they'll be able to use them again for future projects. \r\n\r\nWe are going to be working on a solar oven soon and we are honestly so stoked about it. Thank you so much for donating and for choosing to fund my project. It is going to keep making an impact for future generations as well. You changed my life but also are changing the lives of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1768058135911,"projectUrl":"project/proper-supplies-brings-passion-and-pride/9989072/","projectTitle":"Proper Supplies Brings Passion and Pride","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mercado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9635979"},{"teacherId":10399468,"projectId":9994680,"letterContent":"I am thrilled to share the incredible impact your generosity has had on our classroom. Thanks to your support, our MATHia Level-Up Board is now the vibrant centerpiece of our room, and the results have been nothing short of transformative.\r\nBeyond the Screen: Making Progress Visible\r\nWhile MATHia is a powerful digital tool, students can sometimes feel like their hard work disappears into a computer. Your donation changed that. By funding our physical \"Level-Up\" Tracker, you gave my students a way to see their growth in \"high definition.\"\r\nVisual Motivation: Every time a student masters a workspace, they get to move their circle across the board. The room erupts in cheers when someone hits a new milestone.\r\nThe Power of Incentives: The prizes you provided—from \"Mastery Stickers\" to \"Fidget Break Toys\" —have turned \"math dread\" into \"math drive.\" Students who used to struggle to finish one problem are now asking to stay logged in for \"just five more minutes\" to reach the next tier.\r\nData-Driven Pride: Using the LiveLab metrics to determine rewards has taught my students how to track their own data, fostering a sense of ownership over their learning journey.\r\nThe Real Impact: Confidence\r\nThe most significant change isn't in the scores, but in the atmosphere of the classroom. Last week, a student who has historically struggled with math reached 50 workspaces on our board. As they picked out their prize, they whispered, \"I didn't think I could actually get this far.\" That moment of self-belief is exactly what your donation made possible. You didn't just buy stickers and prizes; you bought a \"can-do\" attitude for more than 100 students who needed to know they were capable of excellence.\r\nA Community of Mathematicians\r\nYour support has turned our math block into a collaborative quest. Students are now coaching one another, eager to see the whole class \"level up\" together. We are so grateful for your investment in our classroom and our future.\r\nThank you for being the \"Power-Up\" my students needed!","fullyFundedDate":1768138133653,"projectUrl":"project/leveling-up-in-math-celebrating-success/9994680/","projectTitle":"Leveling Up in Math: Celebrating Success in MATHia!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10399468"},{"teacherId":9349261,"projectId":10007003,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding my DonorsChoose project, Helping Students Thrive in a Digital World. Because of your generosity, 340 students at Brown Middle School experienced a book study of The Amazing Generation. When we read the book, students were able to discuss the impact of technology and online disinhibition. As a result, students gained knowledge of the \"secrets\" of how social media companies use psychological tricks to keep users hooked. The book's message suggests: Fill your life with real friendship, freedom, and fun. Thank you again for investing in our students. Your support truly made a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1768185041289,"projectUrl":"project/helping-students-thrive-in-a-digital-wor/10007003/","projectTitle":"Helping Students Thrive in a Digital World","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mertzman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9349261"},{"teacherId":280792,"projectId":10005005,"letterContent":"My students and I are loving the materials I received from my project. I was so excited to put together the storage drawers to display the rewards for my students to be able to buy using our school's Bear Bucks. My students can earn these Bear Bucks through so many ways in our school, and it's a great way for them to be appreciated. \r\n\r\nThis project allowed me to add a robust amount of prizes for my students to enjoy with their Bear Bucks. The first time I had students ask to use the \"store,\" I was thrilled to see the sparkle in their eyes when they saw the tiny little Tic Tac boxes. Word spread like wildfire throughout the school, and these are such a hot commodity! They love choosing a special smelly pencil or pen (not to mention the kneadable erasers) to use in their classes.\r\n\r\nBefore, I had a limited number of prizes for them, and I'm so happy that I have more variety now, and that every student can find something that interests them in my store. I used to just have my own students purchasing from my store, but now I have students from 6th and 7th grade asking to come buy, as well! The younger kids are even more excited than my own 8th graders to see these rewards, and I'm very happy to share with them.\r\n\r\nAgain, thank you so much for the generosity that has enabled my students to spend their Bear Bucks in so many different ways!","fullyFundedDate":1768179438340,"projectUrl":"project/student-incentive-rewards/10005005/","projectTitle":"Student Incentive Rewards","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Eagan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp280792_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y272&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768004171107","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/280792"},{"teacherId":6824993,"projectId":9995462,"letterContent":"Our students were thrilled when the new materials arrived! They immediately asked, \"Are these really for us?\" and felt proud knowing donors invested in their learning. We used the resources in a collaborative project, and even my quieter students began sharing ideas with confidence. \r\n\r\nThe tools have increased engagement and ownership in our classroom. Next, students are applying what they've learned to a culminating project that showcases their critical thinking and creativity. Thank you for supporting their growth!","fullyFundedDate":1768697055261,"projectUrl":"project/essential-classroom-supplies-for-student/9995462/","projectTitle":"Essential Classroom Supplies for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Salley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6824993"},{"teacherId":2722561,"projectId":9934238,"letterContent":"Thank you again SO much for giving me this award to fund supplies in my classroom! The first project we did was a paper airplane design contest. The paper was lightweight enough for them to make quality airplanes, and they LOVED being able to choose their favorite colors to use instead of plain white. It also made for some great visuals as they zoomed across the room! We will be making paper bridges for the next competition and using the scale to see how much weight they can hold, so we're all excited for that!\r\n\r\nI've also been able to use the LEGO sets during our After-School All-Stars program when students have their enrichment hour for free-choice creative projects, the chair is now a flexible seating option that we've dubbed \"The Chill Out Chair,\" and the everyday use items like the pencils, glue sticks, and hand sanitizer have been a huge help on a regular basis.\r\n\r\nWe're definitely looking forward to using the rest of our supplies on future projects, and I genuinely appreciate your generosity and support-- it really means a lot to me personally and it directly contributes to my students' success.","fullyFundedDate":1764554043735,"projectUrl":"project/6th-grade-design-class-supplies/9934238/","projectTitle":"6th Grade Design Class Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2722561"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_49697","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":783,"numTeachers":53,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":19,"percentWhite":29,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":36,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"14.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":51.4,"schoolId":49697,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about B Mahlon Brown Academy International Study on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"B Mahlon Brown Academy International Study","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/b-mahlon-brown-junior-high-school/49697"}