{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"James Cashman Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":51.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6951293,"projectId":10003462,"letterContent":"Having classroom materials readily available, such as book bins for storing student workbooks, laminating sheets, and construction paper, creates a more organized, efficient, and engaging learning environment for both students and teachers.\r\n\r\nBook bins help keep student workbooks organized and easily accessible, which reduces time spent searching for materials and increases instructional time. They also encourage student responsibility and independence by giving students a designated place to store and retrieve their own learning materials. An organized classroom environment can improve classroom management and help students stay focused on learning tasks.\r\n\r\nLaminating sheets allow teachers to create durable instructional resources that can be reused multiple times. This supports long-term cost efficiency and ensures materials such as visual aids, center activities, labels, and reference charts remain in good condition throughout the school year. Reusable materials also make it easier to provide consistent learning supports for students.\r\n\r\nConstruction paper supports creativity and hands-on learning activities that enhance student engagement. It can be used for art projects, interactive assignments, visual displays, and collaborative activities that help students express understanding in creative ways. Providing access to these materials encourages active participation and can support different learning styles.\r\n\r\nOverall, having these classroom materials available contributes to better classroom organization, improved instructional efficiency, increased student engagement, and a more supportive and productive learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1768183073239,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-organization-creating-a-funct/10003462/","projectTitle":"Classroom Organization: Creating a Functional and Structured Learning Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. San Juan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6951293"},{"teacherId":5334228,"projectId":9995100,"letterContent":"This project has had an immediate and meaningful impact on our student council by giving students access to real-world technology tools that enhance both their creativity and leadership skills. While many of our donors may be familiar with using technology at home, this iPad allows students to use it in a purposeful, academic setting—planning events, documenting activities, and communicating with our school community. Students are learning how to design, collaborate, and share information in ways that mirror real-world digital communication and marketing practices.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting aspects for students has been the ability to use design platforms like Canva to create professional-looking flyers, social media posts, and event promotions. They especially enjoy using built-in AI features to generate ideas, captions, and visuals, which helps them feel more confident and independent in their work. This has transformed how they approach projects—what used to be simple announcements are now engaging, visually appealing campaigns created entirely by students.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who are typically more reserved in traditional classroom settings have truly thrived with this technology. They have taken on leadership roles in managing social media, designing content, and documenting events through photos and videos. The iPad has given them a voice and a platform to showcase their talents in a new way. Overall, this technology has not only enhanced student engagement but has also built valuable skills in communication, collaboration, and digital literacy that will benefit them well beyond the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768426912719,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-student-leaders-with-technolo/9995100/","projectTitle":"Empowering Student Leaders with Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Edwards","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5334228_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536723124577","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5334228"},{"teacherId":315018,"projectId":9992044,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has become a healthier, safer, and more supportive space for learning. The \"Social Emotional Germ-Free\" project has made a real difference in our daily routines and in how my students feel when they walk into class.\r\n\r\nWe use the hand sanitizer and cleaning supplies every single day. Students take ownership of keeping our classroom clean by wiping down their desks and using sanitizer as they enter and exit. What started as a simple routine has turned into a powerful social-emotional practice—students are learning responsibility, respect for shared spaces, and care for one another. One special moment that stood out was when a student reminded a classmate, \"We take care of our space so we can take care of each other.\" That moment truly captured the impact of your gift.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, they were genuinely excited. For many of them, having consistent access to these supplies is not something they experience everywhere. They felt valued and cared for, and that feeling has helped build a calm, positive classroom environment where they are ready to learn.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we are connecting these routines to our social-emotional learning. Students are working on goal setting, self-awareness, and community building as part of our daily instruction. We are also incorporating discussions about healthy habits, personal responsibility, and how small actions can make a big difference in a community.\r\n\r\nYour support has gone far beyond supplies—you have helped create a space where students feel safe, respected, and ready to succeed. Thank you for believing in my students and investing in their well-being and growth.","fullyFundedDate":1768090447040,"projectUrl":"project/social-emotional-germ-free/9992044/","projectTitle":"Social Emotional Germ-Free","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Spigel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/315018"},{"teacherId":10096094,"projectId":10002568,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well! I am writing to sincerely thank you for your generous support of our classroom. Because of you, my students now have access to essential materials like bond paper, laminating film, construction paper, headphones, pencils, an automatic sharpener, and highlighters—and they are already making a meaningful difference in our learning environment.\r\n\r\nWe have been using these new resources in a variety of exciting ways. One special moment that stood out was during a recent ELA project where students created visual presentations to represent themes from the texts we are reading. With the construction paper and highlighters, they designed colorful and thoughtful displays, and the laminating film has allowed us to preserve their work so it can be proudly showcased in our classroom. The headphones have also been incredibly helpful, allowing students to focus during independent reading and listening activities.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their faces lit up with excitement. Many of them immediately asked when they could start using everything, and they were especially thrilled about the headphones and the automatic sharpener. It truly energized them and made them feel valued and supported.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are continuing to build on this momentum. Our next steps include a research and writing project where students will create informative pieces and presentations. The bond paper and pencils will support their drafting process, while the highlighters will help them identify key ideas and revise their work. These materials are helping us create a more engaging, organized, and effective learning experience.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and generosity. Your support is making a lasting impact on my students' confidence, creativity, and success.","fullyFundedDate":1768192472637,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-supplies-for-ms-fs-ela-7-cl/10002568/","projectTitle":"Classroom Supplies for Ms. F.'s ELA 7 Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fuentes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10096094_orig.jpg?crop=290,290,x0,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753646353422","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10096094"},{"teacherId":10402506,"projectId":10011370,"letterContent":"With our heartfelt appreciation, we thank you for your incredible generosity in supporting our project, Visual Science Matters: Color Printers and Lab Equipment. Your kindness has made a truly meaningful and lasting impact on our grade 7 science students far beyond what words can fully express.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom has transformed into a vibrant space where science is no longer just read, but seen, touched, and experienced. The colored printers have brought lessons to life, allowing students to create vivid, beautifully presented outputs. Concepts that once seemed difficult are now clearer and more engaging, and students feel a deep sense of pride and confidence in their work.\r\n\r\nThe laboratory equipment, safety goggles, a microscope, thermometers, magnifying glasses, and a digital weighing scale have had an even more powerful impact. For many of our students, this experience was their first time engaging in a real microscope to investigate. Seeing them wear their goggles with excitement, carefully handle equipment, and actively participate in experiments has been truly inspiring.\r\n\r\nOne unforgettable moment was when students observed yeast cells, which was part of their experiment in Amplify under the microscope. Their amazement filled the room, eyes wide and voices excited as they realized what they had seen in the presentation was real and right before them. In that moment, science became more than a subject. It became discovery, curiosity, and inspiration.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has changed how our students view science. They are now more curious, more confident, and more eager to learn. They ask more questions, think more critically, and participate more actively. Science has become something they enjoy and look forward to and not just something they are required to study.\r\n\r\nThe impact of Visual Science Matters lives in every experiment, every colorful output, and every spark of curiosity in our students' eyes. You have not only provided materials; you have opened doors, inspired minds, and helped shape a love for learning that will stay with them for years to come.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of our hearts, thank you for believing in our students and for making this experience possible. We are truly and deeply grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1768342907085,"projectUrl":"project/visual-science-matters-color-printers-a/10011370/","projectTitle":"Visual Science Matters: Color Printers and Lab Equipment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Uson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10402506"},{"teacherId":9762431,"projectId":10006183,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project. Because of your kindness, we were able to receive an iPad that has quickly become an essential learning tool for my students.\r\n\r\nThis iPad has opened up new opportunities for exploration and creativity in our classroom. Students regularly use it to research topics we are studying, allowing them to take ownership of their learning and dive deeper into subjects that interest them. It has helped make learning more engaging, interactive, and student-driven.\r\n\r\nOne of the most meaningful ways we use the iPad is to document our learning experiences. Students use it to take photos during classroom projects, school events, and field trips. These photos not only help us capture special moments, but they also allow students to reflect on their learning and share their experiences with others. It has truly brought our classroom to life.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, access to this kind of technology is limited, so having this resource in our classroom has made a significant impact. It has given them the chance to build important digital skills while enhancing their curiosity and creativity.\r\n\r\nYour support has made a real difference in our daily learning environment, and we are incredibly grateful. Thank you for investing in our students and helping us create meaningful, memorable learning experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1768221066109,"projectUrl":"project/mini-tech-big-engineering-ideas/10006183/","projectTitle":"Mini Tech, Big Engineering Ideas","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Edwards","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9762431_orig.jpg?crop=180,180,x0,y24&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768104248538","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9762431"},{"teacherId":10043501,"projectId":10006237,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this project and for helping provide essential materials for my classroom. My students were excited and grateful when they first saw the new resources. Having consistent access to these tools allows them to stay focused, organized, and actively engaged during daily learning activities. The materials help students highlight important information, take notes, and clearly show their thinking, which supports deeper understanding and builds confidence.\r\n\r\nOne positive change I have noticed is that students are more willing to participate and complete tasks because they feel prepared and supported. These resources help create a structured learning environment where students can practice important academic skills such as analyzing information, organizing ideas, and communicating their thoughts effectively. Students are also developing stronger habits that encourage responsibility and independence as they work through activities and collaborate with peers.\r\n\r\nYour generosity helps remove small barriers that can impact student focus and engagement. With these tools, students are better equipped to participate meaningfully in classroom activities and take pride in their progress. Thank you for helping create a positive learning environment where students feel supported, motivated, and ready to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1768185850274,"projectUrl":"project/essential-tools-for-reading-success/10006237/","projectTitle":"Essential Tools for Reading Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. V","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10043501_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x320,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768031426757","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10043501"},{"teacherId":10059226,"projectId":10006282,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through Donors Choose. Your generosity brought us essential tools that are already transforming the way my students learn and stay organized.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, we now have:\r\n\r\n- enough sets of colorful pocket folders that help students keep their writing, reading logs, and ELL supports organized\r\n\r\n- A magnetic anchor chart holder that lets me display vocabulary, sentence frames, and daily objectives clearly\r\n\r\n- A 5‑tier letter tray organizer that keeps student work, handouts, and small‑group materials accessible\r\n\r\n- 60 reusable dry‑erase pockets that allow students to practice skills again and again without wasting paper\r\n\r\n- A new HP Smart Tank printer that ensures we can print visuals, graphic organizers, and parent communication reliably\r\n\r\n- 10 clear storage bins that help us organize centers, sensory tools, and classroom supplies\r\n\r\nMy students were so excited to see these new materials. They immediately began using the dry‑erase pockets during stations, organizing their folders with pride, and engaging more confidently with the anchor charts displayed at the front of the room.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has created a more structured, supportive, and joyful learning environment. Thank you for believing in my students and giving them the tools they deserve.","fullyFundedDate":1768181826122,"projectUrl":"project/tools-to-help-every-student-thrive-in-re/10006282/","projectTitle":"Tools to Help Every Student Thrive in Reading and Writing","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Amores","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10059226_orig.png?crop=769,769,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750352776322","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10059226"},{"teacherId":10403311,"projectId":10015880,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has been filled with joy, motivation, and excitement in ways that truly made an impact on my students.\r\n\r\nFrom the moment the students saw the toys and candy, their faces lit up with pure happiness. Many of them couldn't believe that people they've never met cared enough to support their learning. It turned into a powerful moment of gratitude, and we took time as a class to talk about kindness and giving.\r\n\r\nWe have been using these items in meaningful ways throughout our day. During a recent math review, students were able to earn small rewards for their effort and participation. I saw students who are usually quiet raise their hands, take risks, and stay engaged longer than ever before. These simple incentives created a positive and encouraging learning environment where every student felt motivated to try.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the toys have become part of our classroom reward system, helping reinforce positive behavior and build a strong classroom community. Students are working hard not just for a reward, but because they feel proud of their accomplishments.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we will continue using these resources to support small group instruction, collaborative activities, and upcoming classroom projects. These materials will help keep students motivated, focused, and excited about learning.\r\n\r\nYour support has gone far beyond supplies—you've helped create moments of confidence, joy, and connection that my students will remember.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and making a difference in our students' lives. 💛","fullyFundedDate":1768495872990,"projectUrl":"project/inspirational-nomads/10015880/","projectTitle":"Inspirational Nomads","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carvallo [Cashman MS]","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403311"},{"teacherId":10401165,"projectId":10004564,"letterContent":"The light coverings have made a huge impact on students after I installed them in our classroom. So many students told me they were happy to have the lighting adjusted to make the room more calm and welcoming. I have noticed the students are more focused and on-task. Our maps have also helped students during our discussions on world events. We have referenced the maps almost daily as we explore current news stories. Our much needed poster supplies will be used to create career posters for our capstone project for this semester. Last semester I was short on supplies for the final project and did not have enough for each student to complete their own posters but now, thanks to your donations, all students will have the ability to create their own poster presentation. Thank you for supporting my students!","fullyFundedDate":1768506235478,"projectUrl":"project/improve-our-classroom-environment-and-gi/10004564/","projectTitle":"Improve Our Classroom Environment and Give Us Necessary Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Dahlgren","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10401165"},{"teacherId":10401181,"projectId":10004652,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our classroom. Because of your contributions, my students now have access to essential materials that we use every day. These resources have made a big difference in how I deliver the instruction, example, we use whireboards and markers during our activity to check for understanding, allowing the students to actively participate and build confidence in sharing their ideas.\r\n\r\n When the materials first arrived, my students were excited and eager to use them right away. The copy paper has allowed me to print meaningful activities and assignements, while the folders have helped them stay organized.\r\n\r\n Thanks to your support, we are able to continue creating a more interactive, organized, and engagin classroom environment. We will keep using theses materials to support daily lessons and collaborative activities. Your kindness truly makes a difference in my students' learning experience, and wer are incredibly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1768191440459,"projectUrl":"project/math-is-fun-stay-motivated/10004652/","projectTitle":"Math Is Fun--Stay Motivated!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ochia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10401181"},{"teacherId":1395122,"projectId":9992419,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity in support of the Clark County School District teachers. I am an English Language Learner Strategist and used the project to support the teachers in my ELL department. They in turn used the basic classroom supplies with their students. \r\n\r\nThis was a great opportunity for them to provide materials that the students could have had without the Donor's Choose project and the support from the state of Nevada. The teachers that I work with are very thankful for all that they received.","fullyFundedDate":1768880520834,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-student-success-with-essentia/9992419/","projectTitle":"Supporting Student Success with Essential Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carlson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mscarlson2012"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_82949","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1043,"numTeachers":67,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":5,"percentBlack":16,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":67,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"15.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":48.6,"schoolId":82949,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about James Cashman Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"James Cashman Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/james-cashman-middle-school/82949"}