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Thank you again for all you do.","fullyFundedDate":1760901912981,"projectUrl":"project/toast-our-coffee-cart/9475552/","projectTitle":"Toast our Coffee Cart","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stephanie McAdams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5846658_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1642044831465","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-stephanie251"},{"teacherId":9401499,"projectId":9518315,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing my 8th grade classroom with a subscription to Scope magazine. Your generosity has made a meaningful impact on our students' learning experience. Because of you, they are able to stay informed about current events in an engaging, age-appropriate way while strengthening essential literacy skills. The articles spark thoughtful discussions, inspire critical thinking, and provide rich opportunities for students to enhance their writing.\r\n\r\nScope has also played an important role in increasing reading fluency across a range of ability levels. The extended worksheets are especially beneficial for struggling readers, offering structured support while building confidence. At the same time, the variety of topics allows students to explore new interests and expand their interest inventories, helping them discover subjects they are passionate about. Your support is helping create a classroom environment where every student can grow as a reader and writer.","fullyFundedDate":1755718520870,"projectUrl":"project/the-magnitude-of-scope-magazines-is-pric/9518315/","projectTitle":"The magnitude of Scope magazines is priceless!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Joyner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9401499_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740450705233","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-joyner"},{"teacherId":7728036,"projectId":9993802,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, every student in my 7th-grade class at Grant Sawyer Middle School was able to fully participate in our annual Wax Museum (GOAT) project — and yes, that means no last-minute \"I forgot my poster board\" panic this year! When students first saw the stack of brand-new boards ready for them, the room immediately filled with excitement and a few competitive comments like, \"Mine is going to be the best one.\" For many students, having the materials provided made the project feel official and important from day one.\r\n\r\nWe used the poster boards as the centerpiece of each student's Wax Museum display. After researching a GOAT or positive change-maker, students designed their boards with key facts, images, quotes, and creative layouts that brought their person's legacy to life. During our Living Museum event, students dressed as their figures, posed next to their boards, and sprang into action when visitors \"activated\" them with a button — delivering speeches they had written and practiced. The boards didn't just hold information; they helped students stay organized, confident, and proud of their work.\r\n\r\nBecause of these resources, I was able to focus on teaching research skills, writing strong speeches, and helping students present with confidence, rather than worrying about who had supplies. Our next steps are building on this momentum with more project-based learning, including argumentative writing about who truly deserves \"GOAT\" status and reflection pieces on what makes a real change-maker. Thanks to you, learning felt hands-on, fun, and meaningful — and the projects looked pretty impressive too!","fullyFundedDate":1768099644243,"projectUrl":"project/poster-board-supply-for-the-wax-museum-p/9993802/","projectTitle":"Poster Board Supply for the Wax Museum Project!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Dolliver","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7728036_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1643683361557","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-dolliver"},{"teacherId":7728036,"projectId":9753394,"letterContent":"When the guitars and cases arrived for the guitar club, the excitement was incredible. Even though many students had played before, seeing brand new instruments and having their own protective cases made everything feel more real and special. Students eagerly helped unpack them, carefully placing each guitar into its case and discussing which songs they wanted to learn next. The cases immediately gave students a sense of pride and responsibility, helping them treat the instruments like true musicians.\r\n\r\nDuring guitar club, students now use the guitars to practice chords, strumming patterns, and new songs each week. One of the biggest changes has been our ability to let students check out guitars and take them home to practice. This has made a huge impact — students come back excited to show what they learned, more confident in their playing, and motivated to keep improving. Having access outside of club time has helped their progress grow faster than ever.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue building their skills by learning more challenging songs and preparing to perform for classmates and school events. Because the guitars are safely stored in their cases, we know they will last for years and continue supporting future guitar club members. Your generosity has expanded opportunities for our students, fueled their love of music, and made the guitar club an even more meaningful experience — thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1766709912826,"projectUrl":"project/protecting-our-guitars-and-growing-our-m/9753394/","projectTitle":"Protecting Our Guitars and Growing Our Music Club","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Dolliver","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7728036_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1643683361557","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-dolliver"},{"teacherId":8178538,"projectId":10014940,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our classroom. Because of you, my students now have access to resources that are making a meaningful difference in how they learn and engage each day.\r\n\r\nWe are using the new materials during daily lessons and small-group instruction to support hands-on learning and skill development. One especially memorable moment was when students used the resources for a guided classroom activity—many of them were able to stay focused longer, participate more confidently, and demonstrate understanding in ways they hadn't before. It was rewarding to see students who often struggle feel successful and proud of their work.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the students were beyond excited. Their faces lit up as they explored the new resources, and several asked right away when they would get to use them. That excitement quickly turned into meaningful engagement as they realized these tools were made just for them and would help them learn better.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving our students this opportunity. Your kindness truly makes a lasting impact in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768444696718,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-calm-corner-a-sensory-room-f/10014940/","projectTitle":"Creating a Calm Corner: A Sensory Room for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Mendoza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8178538"},{"teacherId":8137846,"projectId":9755033,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my Robotics team. The pneumatics kit allowed my students to learn about pneumatics and the benefits of including it in the building process. The students continue to experiment with the kit and share ideas as to how to incorporate it into their current build. It is wonderful to see the students discussing the pros and cons and working through the Engineering design process.\r\n\r\nAlso, the extra beams are a huge help, because when building larger robots, we tend to go through those pieces quickly. Having the extra parts gives students the piece of mind that they have the parts needed to complete their builds.","fullyFundedDate":1763565955543,"projectUrl":"project/building-bots/9755033/","projectTitle":"Building Bots!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Umebayashi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8137846"},{"teacherId":9096970,"projectId":9641697,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in providing resources to my students! The folders and spiral notebooks have come in handy for our day-to-day procedures in our 7th grade math math classroom. \r\nStudents have been using the notebooks for math notes and formulas. Students in 7th grade math learn about solving circumference and area problems for circles, which is new information for them. Having a place to organize the notes and formulas has been very beneficial for our learners.\r\nThe folders have been essential for organizing assignments for future completion. Students have been using the folders for assignment pages that they have not yet finished. Students then refer back to the folder to retrieve and complete the assignments to turn in. \r\nThank you for being instrumental in providing the resources my students need to succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1759264777614,"projectUrl":"project/math-resources-for-7th-grade-students/9641697/","projectTitle":"Math Resources for 7th Grade Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stirling","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9096970"},{"teacherId":5846658,"projectId":9283079,"letterContent":"In our classroom we cook every week the recipe that is included in our weekly story. Having these paper and plastic goods helps our room out. Since we do not have a sink in our room we now can cook each week since we do not have to drag up the plates to the teacher lounge. Having the towels and Kleenex helps too. The students were very excited that the boxes came and then they jumped around with the plates and boxes of towels. it was so heartwarming to watch them. Many of the students need the opportunity to be able to eat in the classroom when they are having a bad day and with the tools you provided we are able to make that accommodation when they need it.","fullyFundedDate":1752505846116,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-cooking/9283079/","projectTitle":"Classroom Cooking","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stephanie McAdams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5846658_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1642044831465","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-stephanie251"},{"teacherId":5846658,"projectId":9278152,"letterContent":"Using different ways to teach and practice the academic skills my students work on can be a challenge but with this project you made magic happen. One day we got together with the other class and used the tapple game during ELA. I just want to let you know you have not had fun until you watch the kids try to come up with things that stink for every letter on the wheel. Although I am certain you know f would bring farts, p would bring poop and of course e-eggs. LOL We use it for them to have to name adjectives and nouns or verbs as well.","fullyFundedDate":1746850342200,"projectUrl":"project/functional-learning/9278152/","projectTitle":"Functional Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stephanie McAdams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5846658_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1642044831465","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-stephanie251"},{"teacherId":5846658,"projectId":9276872,"letterContent":"Art in the classroom is essential for my students. They love to be able to make things but also since they struggle with writing using pictures helps and they are able to create story boards using the colored pencils and crayons. They also are able to make masks and other items as well. My students love to get packages. The smiles on their faces when they get a box from the office warms my heart so much! They say \"Ms. Stephanie people love us\" and I reply who wouldn't love you guys you are amazing!!","fullyFundedDate":1746787028039,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-classroom-essentials/9276872/","projectTitle":"Colorful Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stephanie McAdams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5846658_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1642044831465","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-stephanie251"},{"teacherId":5846658,"projectId":9276386,"letterContent":"WOW!!! We LOVE to puzzle and then we glue them together. We dont even care when we lose a piece. One of the students colors a background and we put it in place. Thank you so much for your gift and donation. It means the world to us and we love the support you gave to our classroom. The students were so excited when the boxes came. Each one was able to open a box and then the magic began! They immediately wanted to start putting them together and then onto the next one. Some of them took us a long time!","fullyFundedDate":1746455317209,"projectUrl":"project/puzzle-party/9276386/","projectTitle":"Puzzle Party","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stephanie McAdams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5846658_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1642044831465","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-stephanie251"},{"teacherId":5846658,"projectId":9276133,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation and helping the students. They were so excited when the boxes came. They ran around yelling and clapping. Then they started opening them and that is when the real excitement took over. The students were so happy that they had some snacks that they would be able to eat. The kids really enjoyed the snacks and it boosted their self-esteem. You being part of our village means the world to us and we know that we can do anything with your help. The students are really excited for this year as well.","fullyFundedDate":1752505319490,"projectUrl":"project/happy-snack-learning-attack/9276133/","projectTitle":"Happy Snack Learning Attack","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stephanie McAdams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5846658_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1642044831465","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-stephanie251"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_59925","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1149,"numTeachers":53,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":10,"percentBlack":23,"percentWhite":10,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":46,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"21.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":53.2,"schoolId":59925,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Grant Sawyer Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Grant Sawyer Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/grant-sawyer-middle-school/59925"}