{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lawrence & Heidi Canarelli Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":45.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9993357,"projectId":10245203,"letterContent":"DonorsChoose funding has made a meaningful impact on my classroom by providing resources that help create a more engaging, supportive, and functional learning environment. These materials allow my students to access hands-on learning opportunities, build independence, and have resources that better meet their individual needs. The funding also allows me to focus more of my personal resources on instruction while ensuring my students have the tools they need to learn, grow, and be successful each day.","fullyFundedDate":1777993214346,"projectUrl":"project/autism-sensory-needs/10245203/","projectTitle":"Autism Sensory Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Croom","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9993357"},{"teacherId":9993357,"projectId":10275262,"letterContent":"DonorsChoose funding has made a meaningful impact on my classroom by providing resources that help create a more engaging, supportive, and functional learning environment. These materials allow my students to access hands-on learning opportunities, build independence, and have resources that better meet their individual needs. The funding also allows me to focus more of my personal resources on instruction while ensuring my students have the tools they need to learn, grow, and be successful each day.","fullyFundedDate":1778441321866,"projectUrl":"project/where-calm-meets-creativity/10275262/","projectTitle":"Where Calm Meets Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Croom","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9993357"},{"teacherId":5576557,"projectId":10283040,"letterContent":"The Sphero BOLT+ robots have given my middle school robotics students an exciting way to see their coding come to life. Instead of learning programming concepts only through a screen, students can write code, test it on a physical robot, observe the results, identify problems, and make improvements. This hands-on process helps students develop computational thinking, problem-solving, persistence, and an understanding of how programming connects to the real world.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most is the ability to immediately turn their ideas into action. They can program the BOLT+ to navigate courses, respond to challenges, and complete creative coding tasks while working with their classmates. Students who may not initially consider themselves \"computer programmers\" or engineers often become highly engaged once they see that their own code can control a robot. The trial-and-error nature of robotics also gives students a positive environment to make mistakes, learn from them, and try again.\r\n\r\nThe Sphero BOLT+ has been especially engaging for students who enjoy technology, games, and creative challenges. It provides multiple ways for students to demonstrate their strengths, whether they are interested in coding, designing challenges, troubleshooting, or helping their teammates. The result is a classroom where students are not simply using technology—they are creating with it, experimenting with it, and developing the confidence to solve problems that do not have a single correct answer.","fullyFundedDate":1789028013814,"projectUrl":"project/rolling-into-the-future-with-sphero-bolt/10283040/","projectTitle":"Rolling Into the Future With Sphero Bolt+ Robotics","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Palmira","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5576557_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1532627315956","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5576557"},{"teacherId":6819342,"projectId":10575926,"letterContent":"When the packages containing our new supplies first arrived, my pre-algebra students were absolutely thrilled to see boxes filled with fresh notebooks, crisp paper, brand-new pencils, and an assortment of engaging behavior incentives. In middle school mathematics, running low on essential materials can create quiet but persistent friction during lessons, so having our shelves fully restocked gave my students an immediate sense of pride, relief, and validation. Having an abundant supply of daily essentials means that every single student is fully prepared to jump into learning the moment class begins, saving valuable instructional time that was previously lost to searching for spare materials. During a recent hands-on pre-algebra unit on multi-step equations and geometric coordinate graphing, students used the new paper and pencils to map out complex problem-solving steps, sketch out coordinate planes, and work through detailed algebraic proofs. Having seamless, immediate access to basic writing supplies allowed them to focus their full energy on mastering rigorous mathematical concepts rather than worrying about missing tools, building both their technical competence and their academic confidence.\r\n\r\nBeyond meeting our basic material needs, the new behavior incentives have completely rejuvenated our overall classroom culture and daily dynamics. Middle school pre-algebra can feel daunting to students who have historically struggled with math, but incorporating a positive incentive system has fostered an environment that actively celebrates effort, teamwork, risk-taking, and active participation. Students earn incentives not just for getting correct answers, but for demonstrating resilience on challenging problems, helping peers understand difficult concepts, and remaining focused during group work. As we prepare for our next unit on linear functions and real-world data analysis—where students will collect statistics, plot trends on graph paper, and present their findings—these resources ensure they have both the physical tools to complete the work and the motivation to tackle complex STEM concepts with enthusiasm. Your generosity has provided far more than physical items; you have given my students the confidence, stability, and daily encouragement they need to thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1788556436975,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-mr-tuss-pre-algebra-class/10575926/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Mr. Tuss' Pre Algebra Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Tuss","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6819342_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1568306035593","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6819342"},{"teacherId":5576557,"projectId":10574570,"letterContent":"This project has given my robotics students an exciting new way to learn, create, and solve problems. The 3D printer allows students to take an idea from a digital design and turn it into a physical object they can hold, test, and improve. Instead of simply using pre-made robotics parts, students can design custom components and prototypes to solve specific engineering challenges. This hands-on process reinforces the engineering design process while helping students develop skills in CAD, measurement, spatial reasoning, problem-solving, and perseverance.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for students is watching something they designed actually come to life. There is a tremendous amount of excitement when students see their first design being printed and then get to test it on a robot. Students quickly discover that their first design may not work perfectly—and that is where some of the best learning happens. They make adjustments, print another version, test it again, and learn that engineers often improve their designs through multiple iterations.\r\n\r\nStudents who may not always see themselves as traditional \"STEM students\" have especially enjoyed the opportunity to be creative with this technology. Some students are drawn to the design and CAD side, while others become excited about figuring out how to make a printed part stronger, fit better, or perform a specific function. The 3D printer has helped our students see themselves as designers, inventors, and engineers while giving them a tangible reason to keep experimenting, asking questions, and learning from failure. Your support has helped make those experiences possible, and I am truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1788541210067,"projectUrl":"project/3d-printing-for-the-robotics-classroom/10574570/","projectTitle":"3D Printing for the Robotics Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Palmira","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5576557_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1532627315956","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5576557"},{"teacherId":6242927,"projectId":10504202,"letterContent":"I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your incredibly generous donations. Your contributions of color ink, snacks, and flexible seating have made a difference. The impact of your gifts extends far beyond the items themselves. The snacks you provided have energized our students and created moments of joy and community in our classroom. Perhaps most importantly, the flexible seating options have transformed how we learn together. Students now have choices in where and how they work, which has increased their comfort, engagement, and collaboration. These changes have fostered a more positive and inclusive learning space where every student feels valued and supported.","fullyFundedDate":1788282629366,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-success-and-motivation/10504202/","projectTitle":"Tools for Success and Motivation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Crisden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6242927"},{"teacherId":5576557,"projectId":10278830,"letterContent":"The VEX Robotics Robotic Arm by HEXBUG kits have given my students an exciting, hands-on way to understand how robotics and automation are used in the real world. Instead of simply learning about gears, levers, motors, mechanical advantage, and precision movement from a textbook or screen, students can build and operate a working robotic arm and immediately see these concepts in action. The technology has encouraged students to experiment, troubleshoot, and make improvements to their designs while developing important skills in problem-solving, collaboration, communication, and perseverance.\r\n\r\nWhat has been most exciting is watching students become completely absorbed in figuring out what their robotic arms can do. Students who may not always consider themselves \"STEM students\" have become eager to build, test, and solve challenges with the robotic arms. Some students particularly enjoy the mechanical side of robotics, while others are drawn to the challenge of controlling precise movements and completing specific tasks. The kits have created opportunities for students with different strengths and learning styles to contribute to their teams and experience success. Most importantly, the robotic arms have helped turn curiosity into confidence and have shown my students that they can design, build, troubleshoot, and improve technology themselves. 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The clear containers will allow students to easily view the items available to them, making the reward system transparent and exciting.","fullyFundedDate":1779219358747,"projectUrl":"project/incentives-to-end-strong/10252690/","projectTitle":"Incentives to End Strong","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Crisden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6242927"},{"teacherId":10399694,"projectId":10233027,"letterContent":"First, thank you so much for your generous donation. It was so nice to present a prepared classroom to my students on the first day of school. As a resource teacher, I support students with a wide range of learning styles, so having the right materials and environment in place from day one is imperative. I showed my students all the new additions to our classroom such as the bands on the chair for them to kick out jitters, the variety of incentives that they can earn this year, and much more! Having these resources ready on day one set such a positive, welcoming tone for our entire room, and my students were thrilled to see how much love and support went into preparing for their arrival. Your generosity impacts our daily routine and helps my students feel supported.","fullyFundedDate":1777992947327,"projectUrl":"project/resource-classroom-essentials-and-incent/10233027/","projectTitle":"Resource Classroom Essentials and Incentives","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10399694_orig.jpg?crop=1796,1796,x939,y1012&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777344722482","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10399694"},{"teacherId":10403621,"projectId":10017915,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of calculators for my classroom. Because of your kindness, every one of my students now has access to a reliable calculator, ensuring they have the tools they need to participate fully in class each day. Your support has made an immediate and lasting impact on more than 100 students, and I am incredibly grateful for your investment in their education.\r\n\r\nIn mathematics, having access to the right tools can make all the difference. Calculators allow students to focus on understanding mathematical concepts, recognizing patterns, solving complex problems, and developing critical thinking skills rather than becoming discouraged by lengthy computations. By removing barriers to participation, you have helped create an environment where every student can engage confidently with challenging material.\r\n\r\nBefore receiving these calculators, students often had to share devices, wait for one to become available, or rely on outdated equipment that did not always function properly. Thanks to your generosity, those obstacles have been eliminated. Every student now has equal access to the technology they need to be successful during lessons, independent practice, assessments, and collaborative activities.\r\n\r\nThe calculators will be used every day throughout the school year as students explore algebraic concepts, investigate real-world applications, and build the problem-solving skills that will prepare them for future math courses. Having consistent access to these tools allows students to spend more time thinking mathematically and less time worrying about whether they have the resources they need.\r\n\r\nYour donation represents much more than classroom equipment. It demonstrates to my students that there are people in the community who believe in their potential and are willing to invest in their success. Knowing that someone cared enough to provide these resources helps students feel valued and encourages them to work hard, ask questions, and persevere when learning becomes challenging.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, I strive to create an engaging classroom where every student has the opportunity to succeed, regardless of their circumstances. Your generosity helps make that goal a reality by ensuring all students have equal access to essential learning tools. It also allows me to devote my energy to creating meaningful lessons instead of finding ways to compensate for limited classroom resources.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your gift will extend far beyond this school year. The confidence students gain from having the proper tools, the mathematical skills they develop, and the positive learning experiences they have because of your generosity will stay with them long after they leave my classroom.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and myself, thank you for your thoughtful support and generosity. Your gift has opened doors for learning, inspired confidence, and provided opportunities that will benefit more than 100 students every day. We truly appreciate your kindness and the difference you have made in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1769177574186,"projectUrl":"project/math-basics/10017915/","projectTitle":"Math Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Comeau","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10403621_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1779906669211","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403621"},{"teacherId":10403621,"projectId":10017319,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support. Because of your kindness, I was able to provide more than 100 students with composition notebooks and all of the materials they needed to create interactive math notebooks that they will use throughout the school year. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference from the very first day of class.\r\n\r\nFor many students, having the right supplies removes an obstacle to learning before it even begins. Thanks to your donation, every student was able to participate equally, regardless of their financial circumstances. Instead of worrying about whether they had the necessary materials, they were able to focus on learning, creating, and engaging with the lessons alongside their classmates.\r\n\r\nThese interactive notebooks are much more than ordinary school supplies. They serve as personalized learning tools where students organize notes, work through examples, complete activities, and reflect on new concepts. Throughout the year, the notebooks will become valuable references that students can return to whenever they need extra support or a reminder of what they've learned. They encourage creativity, organization, and ownership of learning while helping students build confidence in mathematics.\r\n\r\nSeeing every student excited to decorate and personalize their notebooks was a wonderful reminder that something as simple as having the right materials can create enthusiasm and pride. The classroom immediately became a place where students felt prepared and included. Those moments of excitement are possible because of caring individuals like you who believe in investing in education.\r\n\r\nYour generosity reaches far beyond providing notebooks, glue, scissors, colored pencils, and other classroom materials. It sends a powerful message to my students that there are people in the community who believe in them and want them to succeed. That encouragement helps foster a positive classroom environment where students feel supported and motivated to do their best.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, I strive to create engaging, hands-on lessons that make learning meaningful and accessible for every student. Your support allows me to bring those ideas to life without placing an additional financial burden on families. It also allows me to spend more time focusing on instruction and building relationships with my students rather than worrying about whether everyone has the supplies they need.\r\n\r\nPlease know that your generosity has already had a positive impact on more than 100 students, and that impact will continue throughout the school year every time they open their interactive notebooks. Your contribution has helped create opportunities for learning, creativity, and success that will benefit students every single day.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and myself, thank you for believing in our classroom and for investing in our future. Your kindness and generosity are deeply appreciated, and we are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1769122266521,"projectUrl":"project/middle-school-basics/10017319/","projectTitle":"Middle School Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Comeau","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10403621_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1779906669211","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403621"},{"teacherId":5086770,"projectId":10355193,"letterContent":"Although I won't begin my National Board Certification journey until this fall, this project has already made an impact by giving me access to the professional resources I'll be using to grow as an educator. 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