{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Sig Rogich Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":30.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9655378,"projectId":10035854,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our \"Essentials for Physical Education\" project. Because of you, our 6th grade students now have new kickballs and wagons that have completely elevated our class experience. We've been using the kickballs for team-based games that focus on coordination, strategy, and collaboration, while the wagons have helped us easily transport equipment outdoors—making transitions smoother and maximizing active time. One standout moment was during a team challenge where students worked together to design their own kickball variations, showing creativity, leadership, and excitement in a way that wouldn't have been possible without these resources.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new equipment, their reactions were immediate—cheers, big smiles, and lots of questions about when they could start using everything. It created a renewed sense of enthusiasm and motivation in class. Students who are typically more hesitant to participate were eager to join in, and the inclusive nature of our activities has helped build confidence and teamwork across the board.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, we are able to continue building a positive and engaging environment where students develop not only physical skills, but also social and emotional ones. Moving forward, we plan to incorporate more student-led games and cooperative challenges using this equipment to further promote leadership and creativity. Your generosity has made a lasting impact on our students, and we are truly grateful.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1768765407989,"projectUrl":"project/essentials-for-physical-education/10035854/","projectTitle":"Essentials for Physical Education","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hitchcock","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9655378"},{"teacherId":9353893,"projectId":9994677,"letterContent":"Thank yuou form the bottom of our hearts for all of these wonderful educational goodies! These project and classroom cleaning supplies will go so far in our classroom. They have provided us with so many, fun engaging activities throughout the year. We were able to create some of the most amazing inventions. Students showed their knowledge through high discourse and CER (claim, evidence, reasoning) writing.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving the BEST gifts to my favorite scientists and for making my job a little bit easier!","fullyFundedDate":1768673069539,"projectUrl":"project/core-experiments/9994677/","projectTitle":"Core Experiments","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stanley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9353893_orig.png?crop=423,423,x110,y170&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699242846792","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9353893"},{"teacherId":10404571,"projectId":10022238,"letterContent":"I want to share my gratitude for your generous donations to our SLD/Autism classroom at Sig Rogich Middle School. Your support has truly made a meaningful difference in our students' daily experiences.\r\n\r\nBecause of your contributions, our classroom has become a more engaging, creative, and supportive environment. The colored pencils and markers have allowed us to complete many more art projects, giving students an opportunity to express themselves in ways that build both creativity and confidence.\r\n\r\nThe snacks and apple juices have also been incredibly impactful. They serve as motivating rewards that help students stay focused and work toward goals throughout the week. Having something to look forward to has made a noticeable difference in student engagement and positive behavior.\r\n\r\nOne of the biggest highlights has been the white books you donated. Over the course of three weeks, every student created their own book. Some wrote chapter books, others made picture books, and a few designed comic books. At the end of the project, each student presented their work to the class with an incredible level of confidence. Watching them share their ideas and take pride in their accomplishments was truly beautiful and inspiring.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has genuinely transformed the environment in our classroom for the better. You have helped create a space where students feel encouraged, motivated, and proud of themselves.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness, support, and belief in our students. Your donations are making a lasting impact, and we are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1768643975393,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-minds-empowering-futures/10022238/","projectTitle":"Engaging Minds, Empowering Futures","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Green","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10404571"},{"teacherId":9354927,"projectId":9993330,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity. Our middle school library now has a 3D printer that is already making an impact on student learning. For some students it is brand new technology that they are eager to learn about. For others, it gives them an opportunity to advance their design and critical thinking skills to create 3D printed items. All students have an opportunity to use the technology and apply skills that suit their level of learning. As students use the 3D printer, they will grow and develop their skills in areas of design, engineering, and critical thinking.\r\n\r\nStudents are especially excited by the opportunity to bring designs to life. They love watching their project print layer by layer and are invested in the entire design process. Students are also learning to reflect and problem solve when designs need adjustments. The 3D printer has quickly become one of the most engaging tools in the library, drawing in students who are eager to experiment and see ideas come to life.\r\n\r\nThis technology has been particularly impactful for students who may not have access to tools like a 3D printer. These students are excited to learn about the technology and how it is used. Your donation is helping to open doors for all students giving them the chance to think critically, create, and develop skills that will support their future success.","fullyFundedDate":1768144759498,"projectUrl":"project/imagination-becomes-reality-in-our-libra/9993330/","projectTitle":"Imagination Becomes Reality in Our Library!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kinsey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9354927"},{"teacherId":8122975,"projectId":9994161,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of USB devices and SD cards. These resources have made a meaningful difference in our yearbook class, allowing students to upload and manage their photos much more efficiently. As a result, students spend less time troubleshooting technology and more time focusing on creativity, collaboration, and producing a high-quality yearbook they can be proud of.\r\n\r\nWe are also deeply grateful for the copies of The Outsiders. Having a book for each student has transformed our classroom experience; students are more engaged in discussions, able to annotate their own texts, and can read at their own pace both in and out of class. This has led to deeper comprehension, stronger participation, and a greater connection to the novel.\r\n\r\nYour support truly enhances our students' learning opportunities and confidence, and we sincerely appreciate your kindness and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1768603276424,"projectUrl":"project/behind-the-photos/9994161/","projectTitle":"Behind the Photos","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Missisian","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8122975"},{"teacherId":8114695,"projectId":9998178,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have access to engaging new books that are helping them grow not just as readers, but as thinkers. These texts allow us to practice important literacy skills such as analyzing figurative language, identifying themes, understanding symbolism, and exploring how authors use word choice and imagery to create mood. Students also learn how to support their ideas with evidence from the text, which strengthens both their reading comprehension and their writing.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is very active. Students annotate passages, discuss ideas with partners, and work together to unpack deeper meanings in the text. We often pause to ask questions like \"Why did the author choose this word?\" or \"What might this symbol represent?\" These conversations help students move beyond simply understanding the plot and begin thinking about how literature works.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who were previously hesitant readers have been especially excited about the new books. Having fresh, engaging texts makes a big difference in their willingness to participate. I've seen students eagerly share passages they found interesting, debate character choices with classmates, and make thoughtful connections between the text and the real world. Moments like these show how powerful the right book can be in helping students see themselves as readers and thinkers.\r\n\r\nYour support is helping create a classroom where books spark curiosity, discussion, and confidence in reading. My students and I are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1768155925254,"projectUrl":"project/turn-the-pagestart-an-adventure/9998178/","projectTitle":"Turn the Page—Start an Adventure","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Julie Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8114695_orig.jpg?crop=1027,1027,x0,y123&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633392969368","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8114695"},{"teacherId":251351,"projectId":9990301,"letterContent":"The project materials have made a huge impact with being able to creatively show knowledge of science concepts. My students were able to use the graph and construction paper to make graphs about themselves. They also used poster paper to make a poster about their rescue pods (engineering design with reading series). We also created straw and rockets with tape, clay, straws & paper. These were used for force and motion unit (velocity, angles, speed, distance). \r\n\r\nWe are currently working on reviewing for SBAC testing. We are doing this table top blog style with poster paper using questions to create information pools with graphics to study. These materials have helped make this possible for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1768066594667,"projectUrl":"project/project-based-learning-in-science/9990301/","projectTitle":"Project Based Learning in Science","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Yancey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp251351_orig.jpg?crop=342,342,x67,y86&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698974151427","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/251351"},{"teacherId":10400377,"projectId":10012127,"letterContent":"Students were able to use the poster paper to create an engineering project on the unit, force and motion. They strategized with their groups and work together to engineer a pod designed to send materials to individuals that have been impacted by a natural disaster.. they used the poster board to answer important questions, develop ideas, research and investigate their natural disaster and write the most important materials they would need for these people. \r\n\r\nThey then designed the pod and used the colored pencils to make their poster board attractive for their presentation. They then presented their project to the class. This project was instrumental in building teamwork and developing all the concepts they learned.","fullyFundedDate":1768407941476,"projectUrl":"project/creative-project-hands-on-science/10012127/","projectTitle":"Creative Project Hands-On Science","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Batarseh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10400377"},{"teacherId":9348589,"projectId":9993772,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students are now using new soccer balls and footballs during PE. Every student is active at the same time, practicing skills and working with classmates instead of waiting for turns. During our first lesson with the new equipment, students were noticeably more engaged and confident, and their excitement was immediate.\r\n\r\nWhen the equipment arrived, students were eager to use it and commented on how much better it felt. Moving forward, students will continue using these materials during skill-building and game-play lessons focused on teamwork, strategy, and sportsmanship. Your support has made PE more inclusive, engaging, and meaningful for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1768100169298,"projectUrl":"project/stronger-skills-healthier-students-bet/9993772/","projectTitle":"Stronger Skills, Healthier Students, Better PE","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Meracz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9348589"},{"teacherId":9084738,"projectId":9192601,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity in providing paper copies of classic books for our students. Holding a physical book invites focus, curiosity, and a deeper connection to the story, allowing students to slow down, reread meaningful passages, and engage thoughtfully with the text. For many learners—especially those building reading stamina or learning English—paper books offer comfort, consistency, and ease of navigation that support comprehension and confidence. Your gift ensures that students have equitable access to rich literature and the opportunity to experience timeless stories in a tangible, meaningful way. Because of you, these classics are not just assigned—they are truly read, shared, and cherished.","fullyFundedDate":1746786096331,"projectUrl":"project/classics-re-booked-a-novel-approach-to/9192601/","projectTitle":"Classics Re-Booked: A Novel Approach to Timeless Tales","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Larson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9084738"},{"teacherId":9084738,"projectId":8517236,"letterContent":"For students learning English, access to materials in color is far more than an aesthetic choice—it is a powerful instructional support that makes language comprehensible, engaging, and accessible. Color helps anchor meaning by visually separating ideas, highlighting key vocabulary, and reinforcing patterns in grammar and text structure, allowing students to process information without relying solely on language they are still acquiring. Diagrams, anchor charts, and annotated texts in color provide crucial visual cues that reduce cognitive load, helping students connect new English words to images, symbols, and concepts more quickly and confidently. Color also supports memory and retention; when students associate a concept, sentence frame, or theme with a specific color, they are more likely to recall and apply that learning in speaking, reading, and writing tasks. Additionally, color invites participation and lowers anxiety—English learners are more willing to take academic risks when materials feel clear, organized, and welcoming rather than overwhelming. By making instruction visually intentional, color-rich materials empower multilingual students to access grade-level content, build language proficiency, and engage as active, capable members of the classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1730417352272,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-diverse-students-in-color/8517236/","projectTitle":"Supporting Diverse Students in Color","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Larson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9084738"},{"teacherId":9084738,"projectId":7989080,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, students were able to engage in a deeply meaningful Remembering the Holocaust project that brought history to life in both heart and mind. The butterfly art supplies allowed students to create symbolic works representing hope, remembrance, and the lives of children lost—turning learning into a reflective, hands-on experience that honored memory through creativity. Copies of Daniel's Story gave students a personal, human connection to history, helping them move beyond dates and facts to truly understand the impact of the Holocaust through the eyes of a child. Together, these resources fostered empathy, critical thinking, and powerful conversations about courage, humanity, and responsibility. Your support made this experience possible and ensured that students didn't just learn history—they felt it, reflected on it, and carried its lessons forward.","fullyFundedDate":1699629925789,"projectUrl":"project/remember-the-holocaust/7989080/","projectTitle":"Remember the Holocaust","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Larson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9084738"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_69625","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1636,"numTeachers":62,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":14,"percentBlack":5,"percentWhite":45,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":22,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"26.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":69.4,"schoolId":69625,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Sig Rogich Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Sig Rogich Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/sig-rogich-middle-school/69625"}