{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mack Lyon Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":30.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9354684,"projectId":10000366,"letterContent":"I am extremely grateful for your generous donation to my 6th grade ELA classroom by allowing us to purchase a variety of novels. I have never in all my years of teaching, had so many students take an interest in reading and checking out the novels that we bought. It has made a world of difference in my classes. My sincerest thanks for being so kind and generous. The students have not had the desire to be on their technology as much now that we have a classroom full of novels of all genres. This has honestly been lifechanging in my teaching career! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1768175685387,"projectUrl":"project/building-readers/10000366/","projectTitle":"Building Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Heiselbetz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9354684_orig.jpg?crop=322,322,x4,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744255250191","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9354684"},{"teacherId":9435040,"projectId":10027945,"letterContent":"My students absolutely love using these floor chairs for reading. Our classroom has definitely been a place to enjoy reading. My students are asking to read more due to these floor chairs. Also, they have enjoyed the Scholastic readers. When they just have a few minutes to spare they quickly grab one to read through. The games they play not only enhance their reading skills but help the students to work together as a group.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for helping my students achieve their reading goals, as well as help them enjoy reading.","fullyFundedDate":1768681369007,"projectUrl":"project/thompsons-reading-center/10027945/","projectTitle":"Thompson's Reading Center","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Thompson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9435040"},{"teacherId":9347468,"projectId":10032923,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for your generous support of our 6th grade ELA classroom. Your donation has made a meaningful difference in the learning experience of my students.\r\n\r\nBecause of your contribution, my students now have access to engaging materials that support reading comprehension, vocabulary development, and critical thinking. These resources have helped create a more interactive and supportive learning environment where students feel motivated to participate and grow as readers and writers.\r\n\r\nI have already seen an increase in student engagement and confidence, especially among those who previously struggled. Your kindness has directly contributed to their academic progress and enthusiasm for learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping make our classroom a place where all learners can succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1768755614214,"projectUrl":"project/escape-to-ela/10032923/","projectTitle":"Escape to ELA","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Newsom","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9347468_orig.jpg?crop=1126,1126,x0,y56&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753137585680","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9347468"},{"teacherId":10408218,"projectId":10031847,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"The Motivator.\" Your generosity made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and I'm excited to share the impact you've had on my students.\r\n\r\nWith the supplies you provided—large graph paper, markers, and pens—students were able to engage in a hands-on, Minecraft-themed math project focused on finding area and volume. This creative approach brought math to life in a way that truly resonated with them. Students were excited to design and build their own creations while applying important math concepts, and their understanding deepened through this interactive experience.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the snacks and prizes you donated served as powerful motivators. These incentives encouraged students to stay focused, complete their work, and actively participate in lessons. I saw a noticeable increase in engagement, effort, and overall enthusiasm for learning. Students who were previously hesitant became more involved, and the classroom environment became more positive and energized.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, learning became both fun and meaningful. My students not only strengthened their math skills, but they also developed greater confidence and motivation.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in my students and investing in their success. Your support truly made a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1768701506301,"projectUrl":"project/the-motivator/10031847/","projectTitle":"The Motivator","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wolfley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10408218"},{"teacherId":8131625,"projectId":10022636,"letterContent":"Your generous donations have made a meaningful impact in our classroom by providing materials that support both learning and organization. Students were genuinely excited to receive the extra incentives, which helped build motivation and positive classroom energy. The stress balls quickly became a favorite tool. Students used them to manage fidgeting and stay focused during lessons and independent work time. Having this simple outlet helped many students regulate their energy without disrupting instruction.\r\n\r\nThe mechanical pencils were also a very welcome addition. Students appreciated having reliable writing tools, and it eliminated the frequent need to stop learning time to sharpen pencils. They allowed students to stay engaged and prepared throughout the class period. In addition, the magnetic file folders have greatly improved classroom organization, making it easy to keep materials visible, accessible, and neatly arranged on the board. Overall, these resources have helped create a more focused, organized, and positive learning environment for students.","fullyFundedDate":1768706456538,"projectUrl":"project/a-positively-inviting-classroom/10022636/","projectTitle":"A Positively Inviting Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Evans","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8131625_orig.jpg?crop=1048,1048,x917,y655&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1669953404976","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8131625"},{"teacherId":10408197,"projectId":10031786,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our classroom is buzzing with creativity and purpose! Because of you, my students now have five brand-new sewing machines, and they are already putting them to amazing use.\r\n\r\nWe are currently using the machines to create handmade aprons as part of a practical life skills and entrepreneurship unit. Students began by learning how to measure fabric, read simple patterns, and safely operate the machines. One of my favorite classroom moments happened when a student who is usually hesitant about trying new things successfully stitched her first straight seam. She looked up with the biggest smile and said, \"I made this! Can I take it home when it is done, so I can give it to my mom?\" That sense of accomplishment was priceless.\r\n\r\nWhen the sewing machines first arrived, the room filled with excitement. Students gathered around the boxes, full of curiosity and questions. Many had never seen or used a sewing machine before. The first time they pressed the foot pedal and watched their fabric move under the needle, there were excited to get started. They immediately began talking about things they want to make next—pillows, tote bags, gifts for family members, and even clothing.\r\n\r\nThese sewing machines are doing so much more than helping us make aprons. Sewing teaches patience, focus, problem-solving, and perseverance. Students are learning how to follow multi-step directions, correct mistakes, and pay attention to detail. They're also building real-world skills that can benefit them in the future—whether that's repairing their own clothes, creating handmade items to sell, exploring careers in fashion or design, or simply gaining confidence in their ability to learn something new.\r\n\r\nOur next steps include finishing the aprons and hosting a small classroom showcase where students can model or display their finished work. After that, we plan to begin a project designing simple tote bags. Students will sketch their ideas first, calculate fabric measurements, and create a basic budget to understand production costs. This will connect sewing with math, art, and financial literacy.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students are not just learning how to sew—they are discovering that they are capable, creative, and resourceful. Your support has given them tools that will serve them for years to come. Thank you for investing in their confidence and their future.","fullyFundedDate":1769034193420,"projectUrl":"project/sew-the-fun-begins/10031786/","projectTitle":"Sew - The Fun Begins","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Blackwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10408197"},{"teacherId":10408837,"projectId":10033340,"letterContent":"Thank you gain for your generous donation of calculators and mini whiteboards to my 8th grade math classroom. Your support is making a meaningful difference in my students' daily learning experiences.\r\n\r\nThe calculators have given students the ability to focus on the concepts and procedures of the algebra concepts being studied without having to worry about making simple arithmetic mistakes. Not every student would have been able to provide their own calculator for classroom use and the calculators would not all have functioned the same way. With the class set of calculators I can demonstrate how to use the calculator for a particular function and it will work the same way for every student.\r\n\r\nThe whiteboards have been especially impactful. Students are demonstrating a greater willingness to show their work, take academic risks, and attempt multi-step problems when they know they can revise their thinking efficiently and make adjustments as needed. The ability to quickly correct mistakes and refine strategies has fostered greater confidence and perseverance in problem-solving and allows me to provide more immediate feedback.\r\n\r\nTogether, these tools have helped create a more interactive, collaborative, and supportive math environment. Thank you for investing in my students and their success in math.","fullyFundedDate":1768738563895,"projectUrl":"project/show-me-your-thinking/10033340/","projectTitle":"Show Me Your Thinking!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Adams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10408837"},{"teacherId":10404650,"projectId":10022781,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations. These games and bean bags have added wonderful incentive time for my students!!! Each student that earns the opportunity to use the game/reading center has really enjoyed it. All of the items received have added such an amazing feeling to this area. My students are extremely excited to earn the right to use these incentives.\r\n\r\nEvery week my students work towards earning the right to participate in activities that come from the game/reading center. I have been working on this center for a few years and now it is almost complete! I thank you and my students thank you with all of our hearts!","fullyFundedDate":1769546019086,"projectUrl":"project/reading-center/10022781/","projectTitle":"Reading Center","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chappell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10404650"},{"teacherId":9284021,"projectId":10020710,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity in funding our classroom project. The arrival of the bean bag chair, the Chromebook charging station, and my new teacher chair has made a world of difference in our daily learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe students were absolutely thrilled when the boxes arrived. The bean bag has been added to two other bean bags and has added a fresh take on the \"Reading Nook\". The students look forward to their turn on the bean bag. Seeing a student who usually struggles to focus settle into that bean bag and get lost in a novel is a testament to the power of a comfortable learning space.\r\n\r\nThe Chromebook charging station has been a total game-changer for our classroom management. We no longer have to deal with the \"dead battery\" dilemma during our Literary Analysis assignments or IXL practice. It has taught the students a great deal about organization and responsibility as they manage their tech daily.\r\n\r\nOn a personal note, thank you for the teacher chair. Having a supportive and functional space to grade essays and plan lessons allows me to focus my energy where it belongs—on my students. A fun side note to this chair is that I had students wanting to put it together for me. They had a great time working together and reading the instructions. \r\n\r\nYour support reminds my students that there is a whole community of people rooting for their success. Thank you for investing in their education and our classroom culture.","fullyFundedDate":1768614596221,"projectUrl":"project/updated-furniture/10020710/","projectTitle":"Updated Furniture","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mortensen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9284021"},{"teacherId":10406582,"projectId":10029036,"letterContent":"Thank you for the incredible difference you have made in our classroom. Your generosity has brought new energy, motivation, and meaningful opportunities for growth to my students each day.\r\n\r\nWe are using the food reinforcers to support positive behavior and encourage students to stay engaged during lessons and independent work. They have helped create a structured and encouraging environment where students feel motivated to try their best. The books you provided are being used during reading time and social-emotional learning lessons, helping students build literacy skills while also strengthening their understanding of kindness, friendship, and cooperation. The social skills game has become a regular part of our classroom routine, giving students the opportunity to practice communication, turn-taking, and problem-solving in a supportive way. The fidget toys have also been an important addition, helping students stay focused and regulate their emotions during instruction.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement was immediate. Students were eager to explore the new items and felt proud knowing that others had invested in their success. It created a sense of encouragement and belonging that truly means so much.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we will continue incorporating these resources into daily lessons to strengthen academic skills and build positive social interactions. We are focusing on collaboration, self-regulation, and confidence as we work through current classroom projects, and these tools are helping make that possible.\r\n\r\nYour support has created lasting impact in ways that go beyond the materials themselves. You have helped foster a classroom environment where students feel supported, motivated, and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,\r\nSuzanne Garlick","fullyFundedDate":1768689208364,"projectUrl":"project/students-with-special-needs/10029036/","projectTitle":"Students with Special Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garlick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10406582"},{"teacherId":10408939,"projectId":10033728,"letterContent":"When the materials first arrived, the excitement was immediate. Students were eager to explore, asked thoughtful questions, and couldn't wait to get started. Several students who are usually more reserved were noticeably more engaged, and the overall energy in the classroom was inspiring. It was clear that having new, high-quality resources made them feel valued and motivated to learn.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue building on these experiences as we move into our upcoming lessons. They'll use the materials to practice new skills, reflect on their learning, and take on more independent projects. Your support has made a lasting impact on our classroom, and my students and I are truly grateful for the opportunity you've given us to learn and grow.","fullyFundedDate":1768708940100,"projectUrl":"project/7th-grade-science/10033728/","projectTitle":"7th Grade Science","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Groll","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10408939"},{"teacherId":322659,"projectId":9990261,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kind, generous donation. The classroom set of the book Bomb by Steven Sheinkin was so amazing. Each child had a copy of the book to read along with the class as we studied about WWII and the making of the Atomic Bomb. The book brought a lot of history and geography learning in the classroom. These books helped the students learn to love about history as the book was written in such a way as to catch my students attention. Your donation was great appreciated and will continue to come in useful for many years to come. Thank you, thank you thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1768064687274,"projectUrl":"project/we-love-learning-about-history/9990261/","projectTitle":"We Love Learning About History!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hardy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/322659"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_59924","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":402,"numTeachers":26,"percentFrplEligible":79,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":77,"percentIndigenous":2,"percentLatinx":15,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"15.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":69.2,"schoolId":59924,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Mack Lyon Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Mack Lyon Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/mack-lyon-middle-school/59924"}