{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Hyde Park Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":48.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8129689,"projectId":9989647,"letterContent":"Thank you so much! & my students thank you, too!\r\n\r\nBecause my Study Skills class only lasts a quarter, the week at the end of the quarter is always a bit awkward. I've turned in the grades, and I won't have them next quarter, so I can't just start next quarter's curriculum (not only will I not have the kids, but the curriculum is the same for each cohort, so I'd be starting them from the beginning again).\r\n\r\nBut I have to post the grades by Wednesday, so the last day they can turn in work is Tuesday. I certainly don't want to give them new assignments on Monday and Tuesday, so that leaves me with an entire week without grading assignments. I do have some mini-lessons, but the sharper classes got to the mini-lessons when we were done with the day's curriculum. I have a Blooket set to review all 5 units of the curriculum - but even games get old if there's no reward - thank you for buying the candy they love!","fullyFundedDate":1768408986014,"projectUrl":"project/reading-and-rewarding/9989647/","projectTitle":"Reading and Rewarding","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Strong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8129689_orig.jpg?crop=2073,2073,x0,y13&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683081918979","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8129689"},{"teacherId":10401892,"projectId":10008546,"letterContent":"The scales that were obtained through Donor's Choose are being put to good use. Students are making accurate measurements of mass during experimental labs and this helps with error analysis. Precision in measurements provide students the ability obtain the expected results from there experimental data. Data analysis is easier with consistent, accurate, and precise measuring instruments.\r\n\r\nDoing these chemistry experiments with triple beam balances just made the results all over the place. The new balances help greatly to have usable and consistent data.","fullyFundedDate":1768191693520,"projectUrl":"project/analytical-scales-for-chemistry-accura/10008546/","projectTitle":"Analytical Scales for Chemistry - Accuracy, Precision","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10401892"},{"teacherId":7895969,"projectId":9990300,"letterContent":"We've already started using the new resources in ways that have completely energized our science lessons. One of the first projects we completed with the new materials was a temperature‑change investigation. Students used the ice maker to gather ice for experiments on states of matter and thermal energy. Because we now have ice available anytime, students were able to repeat trials, compare results, and think more critically about the data they collected. The safety goggles made the activity feel even more exciting—students loved putting them on and said they felt like \"real scientists in a real lab.\"\r\nTheir reaction when the materials first arrived was priceless. Students immediately gathered around the boxes, pointing out what each tool might help them do. The goggles were a huge hit—they tried them on right away and proudly showed each other how \"official\" they looked. The stress balls and candy rewards also brought a big burst of excitement, and many students asked how they could earn them during future lessons.\r\nOur next steps build directly on this momentum. Students are beginning a new investigation on insulation and heat transfer, and the ice maker will allow us to compare different materials using consistent temperature conditions. They'll use the electric pencil sharpener to create clean, accurate diagrams of their setups and observations. The reward items will continue to support a positive, focused classroom environment as students work through multistep experiments. Overall, these resources have created a safer, more energetic space where students feel confident, curious, and ready to dive deeper into scientific thinking.","fullyFundedDate":1768072419054,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-young-scientists-with-essenti/9990300/","projectTitle":"Empowering Young Scientists with Essential Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pulido","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7895969_orig.jpg?crop=3647,3647,x1586,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1625781068869","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sincitytwiki"},{"teacherId":8397644,"projectId":8045010,"letterContent":"The iPad has made teaching and learning more efficient and interactive in my classroom. It allows me to move freely around the room while giving immediate feedback to students as they work. I can quickly pull up examples, models, or instructions for students to reference in real time instead of stopping the whole class. This helps students stay engaged, understand expectations more clearly, and receive one-on-one support when they need it most.\r\n\r\nStudents love how quickly I can respond to their questions and show examples right at their desks. They get excited when they can see models, anchor charts, or sample responses instantly, rather than waiting. The fast and smooth transitions—like distributing bathroom passes digitally—also help keep class time focused on learning, which students really appreciate\r\n\r\nMany students who need extra support or benefit from one-on-one instruction have especially connected with this technology. English language learners and students who need clarification feel more confident when I can stand beside them, show examples, and guide them step by step. Students who are more independent also benefit because they receive quick feedback and can move forward without interruption. Overall, the iPad helps every student feel supported, seen, and successful.","fullyFundedDate":1701099468995,"projectUrl":"project/no-more-feedback-worries/8045010/","projectTitle":"No More Feedback Worries!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Principe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8397644_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769114049025","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8397644"},{"teacherId":8129689,"projectId":9815597,"letterContent":"Thank you so much! I couldn't believe the difference in the air filters - it was definitely time to change them! I didn't notice at first, and then when I did, my school told me they were bought with funds from the COVID incentives and since that money isn't coming in anymore, they can't afford to replace the filters.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, my kids have a clean, new filter to help filter out pollutants, allergens, and most importantly, germs. I've already noticed a decrease in coughing in my room, even though flu season is definitely here!\r\n\r\nAnd of course, they're thrilled to get the candies - & I'm thrilled not to have to shoulder the cost of the candies alone.\r\n\r\nHappy Holidays!","fullyFundedDate":1761934657816,"projectUrl":"project/help-me-sweeten-their-world/9815597/","projectTitle":"Help Me Sweeten Their World","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Strong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8129689_orig.jpg?crop=2073,2073,x0,y13&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683081918979","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8129689"},{"teacherId":8129689,"projectId":9725619,"letterContent":"Thank you so much!\r\n\r\nNow when my students go to the filing cabinets, they know just which folders to grab from. This has definitely decreased chaos in the classroom and my kids are more relaxed and able to learn.\r\n\r\nThey've also stopped asking \"Mrs. Strong, what's all that on your desk?\" because of the mess. Thanks to your help, I was able to organize it so it looks like a real teacher's desk - instead of something from the show \"Hoarders.\"\r\n\r\nAgain, in this holiday season, I am so thankful for your help! Happy Holidays!","fullyFundedDate":1758814349459,"projectUrl":"project/help-me-organize-their-world/9725619/","projectTitle":"Help Me Organize Their World","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Strong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8129689_orig.jpg?crop=2073,2073,x0,y13&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683081918979","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8129689"},{"teacherId":10027640,"projectId":9334704,"letterContent":"Wow! I seriously cannot thank you enough for your support for the classroom. We have really been enjoying the supplies, flexible seating, and warm lighting everyday. Students always comment about how bright and welcoming the classroom is when they walk in. Even students just passing by in the hallway take a peek in the room to get a glimpse of the decor and options I have for students to feel as comfortable as possible while learning. My favorite compliment was made by a 6th grader who said, \"This class feels so cozy, it makes me never want to leave!\" That is your impact. Thank you again, so so much.","fullyFundedDate":1746896577312,"projectUrl":"project/warm-lights-flexible-seats-focused-stu/9334704/","projectTitle":"Warm Lights, Flexible Seats, Focused Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ouro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10027640_orig.jpg?crop=768,768,x0,y84&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746677911792","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10027640"},{"teacherId":8129689,"projectId":9298502,"letterContent":"Thank you for making my room more comfortable and relaxing!\r\n\r\nIt was near the end of the school year when I submitted this project, so I was only about to give them the softer lighting for a couple of weeks - but they loved it! I had one class who had been asking me to turn off the lights - not enough light for safety - but I'd been turning off one side of the room each day. They were so happy that they all get a non-blinding classroom at the same time!\r\n\r\nI'm so excited about starting the new school year with the lights and candy!\r\n\r\nThanks again!","fullyFundedDate":1746465439555,"projectUrl":"project/light-up-my-students/9298502/","projectTitle":"Light Up My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Strong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8129689_orig.jpg?crop=2073,2073,x0,y13&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683081918979","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8129689"},{"teacherId":8129689,"projectId":9225918,"letterContent":"Thank you so much!\r\n\r\nI'm very proud of my class library (in part thanks to you!), but I really didn't have any books reflecting the Latine culture. My students were so happy to see books representing themselves, their ancestors and just generally their world.\r\n\r\nI was also able to get several picture books. Reading isn't a regular part of my class, so I like to have the books available if my students are interested. However, many of them are still reading at picture book level (so they don't read much, further complicating the problem). Even though I should be providing books at their grade level - which I do, and above grade level - I figure they're better off reading picture books than not at all.\r\n\r\nThank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1744216295243,"projectUrl":"project/this-day-in-mexicanlatino-american-hist/9225918/","projectTitle":"This Day in Mexican/Latino American History","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Strong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8129689_orig.jpg?crop=2073,2073,x0,y13&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683081918979","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8129689"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_82941","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1371,"numTeachers":67,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":18,"percentBlack":12,"percentWhite":13,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":48,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"20.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":51.4,"schoolId":82941,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Hyde Park Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Hyde Park Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/hyde-park-middle-school/82941"}