{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"J.D. Smith Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":73.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9120679,"projectId":10017775,"letterContent":"It has been exciting for all of us to learn how to use the 3D printer, especially because for many of my students, this is their first time ever seeing one in real life. The printer has brought a new kind of curiosity into our classroom as we learn how it works, troubleshoot problems, and celebrate successful prints together. Students are genuinely invested in the process, and they're learning that mistakes and adjustments are part of creating something real.\r\nEven though we haven't started printing our science models yet, we've already found meaningful ways to use it. We've printed small 3D characters for behavior recognition, and we've also printed game pieces and boards like chess for students who finish their work early. That has sparked deeper thinking about how games like chess can strengthen students' brains, and it has motivated students to stay focused and complete their assignments so they can earn a chance to print something. Thank you for making this new learning experience possible, we're excited to keep growing with it through the rest of the year.","fullyFundedDate":1768527551313,"projectUrl":"project/see-it-hold-it-learn-it-3d-printed-sc/10017775/","projectTitle":"See It, Hold It, Learn It: 3D Printed Science Models","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vivas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9120679"},{"teacherId":1921681,"projectId":10021724,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your willingness to help provide my students with new art opportunities! Using the supplies from our DonorsChoose projects, my students have worked to create recreations of famous Basquiat paintings, practiced basic stippling techniques, and even created their own still life paintings of fruit! Many of my students know that Posca Markers are great tools, but recognize they can be a bit expensive. They were extremely excited to be able to try them out.\r\n\r\nNext, my students will practice elements of sculpture using our modeling clay. They are so excited to recreate famous, historical statues using both the sculpey/modeling clay and the tools provided to them! Some of my students reported they have never had an opportunity to try sculpture, but it was something they've always wanted to do. I'm filled with joy knowing that my students are able to try new things in the classroom while also flexing their creativity. Thank you again for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1768613936263,"projectUrl":"project/artistic-endeavors-unconventional-art/10021724/","projectTitle":"Artistic Endeavors - Unconventional Art at JD Smith","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Honeycutt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1921681"},{"teacherId":10400686,"projectId":10002973,"letterContent":"It is very important to keep a clean classroom. With 125 kids across 5 different class periods, there are a lot of hands touching the surfaces in the room. I strive to keep the desk as germ-free as possible, but with budget cuts, cleaning supplies can be hard to come by. I am grateful that I was able to get a pack of wipes for my classroom that will last me the entire school year and help keep everyone healthy.\r\n Additionally, kids are on screens a lot throughout the day now that we have 1:1 devices. I try to keep them in my room offline when I can, but that makes organizing papers difficult. Luckily, I was able to order some organizational materials for my classroom. The rolling cart with drawers will help keep papers organized for different classes and assignments. The containers will hold pencils, colored pencils, markers, and other materials the students use for projects. \r\n I am a middle school Social Studies teacher. This was my first year teaching social studies, so I did not have a lot of wall hangings for my classroom. The items I had were borrowed from other teachers. This project helped me secure posters for my room that are educational and current. The students enjoy looking at the maps and pointing out places we discuss. The colored pencils will be extremely useful when the students are coloring maps or working on different poster projects. The students are currently finishing a project where they chose any country in Asia and researched it. The final project is a poster that they designed with information for their country. They love project based learning and being able to use their artistic skills in poster projects.\r\n\r\nThank you again for everything, your generosity means a lot.","fullyFundedDate":1769177569722,"projectUrl":"project/historygeography-around-the-world/10002973/","projectTitle":"History/Geography Around the World","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Blake","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10400686"},{"teacherId":10408412,"projectId":10032326,"letterContent":"Thank you so much again for donating to my project. My students are loving having art supplies as well as fidget toys. The cozy corner is a huge success with my Healthy Minds club. When my students first saw what was donated, they were incredibly excited. They love how much it has added to the classroom overall as well as how much it has impacted our afterschool club. \r\nI'm incredibly grateful for what you have provided. I cannot wait to use these materials with students next year as well as the following years. I think that I will be able to continue the Healthy Minds club next year due to your gracious donations.","fullyFundedDate":1768941015180,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-minds-club/10032326/","projectTitle":"Healthy Minds Club","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gerencser","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10408412_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768499236659","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10408412"},{"teacherId":10398496,"projectId":9988406,"letterContent":"My students and I love using the new resources. The students loved the small easy erasers. One specific project moment was seeing the students be excited on the different color dry erase markers. I intentionally create a lesson where students pick different color markers so I know what work they did on the whiteboards. It was really cool to see them excited to pick their favorite colors. Also, the shower caddies made a big impact. The students and I were excited to see how organized the supplies were and how accessible the supplies were. Every table has their own shower caddie organizer for supplies. \r\n\r\nThe students were excited and curious about all the supplies. They thought all the supplies were just for me, they got more excited when I mentioned it was for the whole class. \r\n\r\nThe next steps on a lesson or project is to have the students comfortable with the new materials and getting used to using the whiteboards along the walls. My goal for the students is to eventually self lead a lesson from their whiteboard. 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Furthermore, social skills groups will continue to happen to keep supporting students and keep a calm environment with the fidgets.","fullyFundedDate":1768416498961,"projectUrl":"project/zen-den/10001341/","projectTitle":"Zen Den","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bri","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9583293_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721266153295","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9583293"},{"teacherId":8152702,"projectId":10025499,"letterContent":"I would like to sincerely thank you for supporting my classroom by purchasing the materials needed for my science lessons. Your support provided items such as oregano, water-heating kettles, and baking soda, which are essential for hands-on learning activities in my science class.\r\n\r\nThese materials allow my students to explore scientific concepts through experiments and real-world investigations. Hands-on experiences make science more engaging and help students better understand the ideas we study in class. Your investment in these supplies directly supports student curiosity, creativity, and learning.\r\n\r\nI truly appreciate your commitment to education and to providing teachers with the resources needed to create meaningful learning experiences for students. Thank you for helping make science come alive in my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768672820511,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-science/10025499/","projectTitle":"Exploring Science","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Neja","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8152702_orig.jpg?crop=1108,1108,x907,y302&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655834768668","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8152702"},{"teacherId":9360526,"projectId":10044233,"letterContent":"I want to thank you for your generosity in providing the opportunity for our students to learn new and exciting sporting activities. They are having a blast, thanks to you! \r\n\r\nAt first the students were a little daunted because I asked them to work as a team to assemble the nets. This gave students (who are not necessarily our athletic superstars) the chance to showcase their abilities by taking a leadership role in putting the nets together. \r\n\r\nOnce the nets were assembled, it was time to, \"Let the games begin!\" We initially used the nets for pickleball, but due to the versatility of the equipment, we will be learning badminton and volleyball, too. It is important for students engage in physical fitness to love what they are doing and this generous donation allows them to have a variety of experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1769121299806,"projectUrl":"project/pickleball-the-big-dill-in-pe/10044233/","projectTitle":"Pickleball: The Big Dill in PE","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walters","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9360526"},{"teacherId":2695294,"projectId":9989305,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us provide clothing to our students. Just after this project was funded, the weather took a turn and the warm clothing we had on hand helped so many students stay warm. For many of our students, having access to quality clothing is about more than just utility—it provides them with the confidence to walk into their classrooms feeling prepared, comfortable, and ready to learn. \r\n\r\nIt is because of community members like you that we can continue to foster a supportive and inclusive environment for every child who walks through our doors. Your kindness truly makes a tangible difference in their daily lives.","fullyFundedDate":1768099679408,"projectUrl":"project/clothing-our-students-with-care/9989305/","projectTitle":"Clothing Our Students with Care","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Feasel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2695294_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455076529104","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/meghan-feasel"},{"teacherId":1274095,"projectId":9942414,"letterContent":"Thank you for fully funding our project which will bring portable whiteboards into our math classroom!\r\n\r\nYour incredible support is a direct investment in the success and confidence of my students. The project's goal was to foster an active learning environment where students could quickly test ideas, revise their thinking, and make their reasoning visible, and thanks to you, that is now a reality.\r\n\r\nThese portable whiteboards will immediately and profoundly impact our daily lessons by:\r\n\r\nIncreasing Participation: Every student will now have the chance to participate in real-time, show their work, and get immediate feedback, which was previously limited by shared materials.\r\n\r\nSupporting Diverse Learners: The whiteboards are especially helpful for students still developing English skills, as they can draw models, write key vocabulary, and show understanding visually, engaging together with their group members.\r\n\r\nStrengthening Problem-Solving: Students will use them to think out loud—whether solving equations, graphing relationships, or constructing geometric models—transforming routine practice into a collaborative and visual experience.\r\n\r\nYou have given my students the essential tools they need to strengthen their problem-solving skills, build confidence, and take ownership of their learning. \r\n\r\nThank you for investing in their success!","fullyFundedDate":1765035295017,"projectUrl":"project/portable-whiteboards-to-power-up-student/9942414/","projectTitle":"Portable Whiteboards to Power Up Student Thinking","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. 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The mobility of the iPad will allow students to share their thinking instantly to the whole class, making learning visible, collaborative, and dynamic.\r\n\r\nA Large Digital Wall Clock with a Built-in Timer: This is a vital classroom management tool. Visualizing time helps students track their work during group work and transitions, supporting their development of essential executive functioning skills and keeping our day running smoothly.\r\n\r\nLCD Writing Tablets: These tablets have brought a spark of magic to routine practice! By lowering the \"risk\" of mistakes with a simple clear button, they encourage hesitant learners to tackle complex problems. Students are already excited to \"show off\" their thinking to their peers, transforming solitary work into a visual, collaborative experience.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and our classroom vision. Your generosity is a powerful force that will foster independence, collaboration, and a deeper love for learning in every student.","fullyFundedDate":1768077794694,"projectUrl":"project/bright-minds-bold-colors-digital-tools/9991300/","projectTitle":"Bright Minds, Bold Colors: Digital Tools for Dynamic Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Klink","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1274095_orig.jpg?crop=1893,1892,x0,y138&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1555626999490","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/klink"},{"teacherId":1274095,"projectId":9529011,"letterContent":"Before your donation, our classroom setup made it difficult for students to easily and immediately share their digital work with the class. 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