{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Victoria Fertitta Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":31.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6176529,"projectId":10383572,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of the inflatable football throwing game! This new equipment will be a fantastic addition to our PE classes and will give students a fun, engaging way to practice and improve their football throwing skills.\r\n\r\nInstead of simply practicing throwing back and forth, students will be able to work on accuracy, technique, and arm strength through a fun and interactive activity. I know this will be a favorite with my students and will help make learning proper throwing skills more exciting. Thank you for helping us bring new and engaging opportunities to our PE program!","fullyFundedDate":1787342314630,"projectUrl":"project/having-fun-practicing-football-throwing/10383572/","projectTitle":"Having fun practicing Football Throwing Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Finnan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6176529_orig.jpg?crop=1769,1769,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594931367678","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6176529"},{"teacherId":6176529,"projectId":10357003,"letterContent":"I would like to sincerely thank the generous donor who supported my Regulated Classroom project. The items you provided have already made a wonderful difference in my Health classroom and have helped create a more comfortable, positive, and engaging environment for my students.\r\n\r\nThe room fan has been especially helpful in our cool-down corner. With the crazy Las Vegas heat, having a fan available gives students a comfortable place to take a short break, cool down, and reset when they need it. This simple addition has made our cool-down space much more inviting and useful.\r\n\r\nThe dice and cup-stacking games have also been a huge hit! Middle school students sometimes just need a quick opportunity to move, have fun, and get their \"wiggles\" out before they can refocus. These brain breaks give students a chance to laugh, interact with classmates, and reset their energy before returning to our Health lessons. I have already noticed how much more focused students can be after taking a short, purposeful break.\r\n\r\nThank you for recognizing the importance of helping students regulate, recharge, and stay engaged. Your generosity has provided tools that we are already using and enjoying every day. I truly appreciate your support of my classroom and, most importantly, my students!","fullyFundedDate":1782989700707,"projectUrl":"project/regulated-classroom-supplies/10357003/","projectTitle":"Regulated Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Finnan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6176529_orig.jpg?crop=1769,1769,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594931367678","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6176529"},{"teacherId":6176529,"projectId":10354331,"letterContent":"I would like to sincerely thank the generous donors who helped provide basic classroom supplies for my Health classes. After being away from the Health classroom for more than five years, returning this year has been exciting and rewarding. The markers, sensory stickers, large poster paper, construction paper, and other supplies have helped me get the school year off to a wonderful start.\r\n\r\nMy students and I love hands-on learning, and these supplies make it possible for us to create, collaborate, and demonstrate what we are learning in fun and meaningful ways. The students especially enjoy having the opportunity to be creative while working with their classmates on health-related projects. Even simple supplies can make a big difference in creating an engaging classroom where students are excited to participate.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my classroom and my students. Your generosity has helped me provide learning experiences that would not be possible without these materials. I truly appreciate your support and am so grateful for the wonderful start you have helped us have this school year!","fullyFundedDate":1782609182319,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-classes/10354331/","projectTitle":"Healthy Classes","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Finnan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6176529_orig.jpg?crop=1769,1769,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594931367678","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6176529"},{"teacherId":6176529,"projectId":10362145,"letterContent":"I would like to sincerely thank the generous donors who provided an ice machine, Ziploc bags, and Band-Aids for my PE classes. These may seem like simple supplies, but they have already made a tremendous difference in our classroom. Having these items readily available allows me to take care of minor injuries quickly and efficiently while keeping students in the PE environment where they can continue learning and participating when appropriate.\r\n\r\nDuring the first three weeks of school alone, these supplies have saved a significant amount of instructional time. Instead of sending students to the nurse for a minor bump, bruise, or small scrape, I can now make an ice pack right in class or provide a Band-Aid when needed. This has made a huge difference, especially in a PE setting where minor injuries can happen during physical activity. It also helps reduce unnecessary trips through the school and exposure to germs while allowing our school nurse to focus on students who need more serious medical attention.","fullyFundedDate":1783688281934,"projectUrl":"project/project-ice-packs/10362145/","projectTitle":"Project Ice Packs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Finnan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6176529_orig.jpg?crop=1769,1769,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594931367678","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6176529"},{"teacherId":8123361,"projectId":10180778,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping bring real-world financial literacy into our math classroom! Your support allowed me to add engaging Teachers Pay Teachers resources that gave students opportunities to practice math through budgeting, shopping, comparing prices, calculating discounts and percentages, and making everyday financial decisions.\r\n\r\nThese resources have been especially valuable because they help make math visual, practical, and connected to situations students recognize outside of school. My 7th and 8th grade students benefit from structured activities and multiple ways to approach a problem, and the new materials have allowed us to practice important skills through simulations, projects, collaborative problem solving, and other hands-on activities.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, students are seeing that the math they learn in class has a purpose. Financial literacy gives them opportunities to strengthen their math skills while also developing greater independence and confidence in making real-world decisions. Thank you for helping us provide learning experiences that prepare our students not only for success in math class, but for success in life.\r\n\r\nWe are grateful for all our individual donors -- as well as for the DonorsChoose Community donation -- for helping us make real-world math learning more meaningful, engaging, and relevant for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1776103345624,"projectUrl":"project/math-that-matters-real-world-financial/10180778/","projectTitle":"Math That Matters: Real-World Financial Literacy for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. David Knapp","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8123361_orig.jpg?crop=269,269,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741978684341","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8123361"},{"teacherId":8128845,"projectId":10233986,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Receiving these wonderful new supplies during the very first week of school was the perfect way to kick off our year. When the boxes arrived, my middle schoolers were instantly curious, crowding around with excited chatter to see what had been delivered. The moment we unveiled the vibrant markers and fresh pencils, their eyes lit up. Having brand-new, high-quality materials right from day one made my students feel truly valued and excited to dive into our school year.\r\n\r\nWe immediately put these new resources to work as we built our classroom community this week. Students used the bright markers and ink pens to design personalized nameplates for their desks, showing off their individual artistic styles and helping everyone get to know one another. They also used the new pencils to complete detailed academic surveys about their personal interests and reading goals, giving me valuable insight into how to tailor my instruction for them this year. Watching them carefully select their favorite colors to express who they are was a wonderful, energizing way to set a positive tone for our class.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, our next big step is preparing for our first major literary analysis unit in the coming weeks. My students will be using the new pencils to brainstorm, map out initial ideas, and annotate complex nonfiction texts. These supplies will give them the tools they need to actively engage with reading strategies, highlight key arguments, and jot down marginal notes as they develop their analytical skills. Your generosity has provided my students with the confidence and tools to start this school year strong!","fullyFundedDate":1777984834800,"projectUrl":"project/inspire-creativity/10233986/","projectTitle":"Inspire Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Yager","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8128845"},{"teacherId":10080609,"projectId":10019805,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our math classroom. Your support has made a meaningful difference in the learning experience of my students. Because of your kindness, we have access to high-quality math materials that allow students to engage in hands-on learning, collaborate with classmates, and build a deeper understanding of mathematical concepts. These resources help transform abstract ideas into meaningful experiences, making math more accessible, engaging, and enjoyable for every learner.\r\nYour generosity extends far beyond the materials themselves. By investing in our classroom, you are investing in the confidence, curiosity, and future success of each student. The opportunities these resources provide encourage critical thinking, problem-solving, and perseverance—skills that will benefit students well beyond the math classroom. Thank you for believing in education and for helping create an environment where every student has the tools they need to learn, grow, and succeed. Your support is truly appreciated and will have a lasting impact on our classroom for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1768586943209,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-math-class/10019805/","projectTitle":"Building a Math Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Colson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10080609"},{"teacherId":8128845,"projectId":10119109,"letterContent":"Your contribution towards our classroom has helped immensely. There was a constant struggle with trying to find pencils for students who did not or could not bring one to class. Now, we have a supply for any student who needs a writing utensil. There is no longer any wasted class time spent trying to find or borrow a pencil. \r\n\r\nSince our pencil sharpener had broken, students were using small handheld pencil sharpeners. These pencil sharpeners were messy and created a distraction at times. Now, students can quickly and easily sharpen their pencil and get back to work. \r\n\r\nAgain, thank you for improving our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1772147541921,"projectUrl":"project/pencils-pencils-pencils/10119109/","projectTitle":"Pencils! Pencils! Pencils!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Yager","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8128845"},{"teacherId":10416231,"projectId":10052879,"letterContent":"On behalf of our entire volleyball program, I want to extend our deepest gratitude for your generous support and belief in our student-athletes. Your donations have made a tremendous impact on our team, and we are incredibly thankful for the investment you have made in our athletes' growth and success. \r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, we were able to purchase much-needed training equipment, including tennis balls, two ball carts, and a setting target. While these may seem like simple items, they have already transformed the way we practice and develop as a program. Each piece of equipment plays an important role in helping our athletes improve their skills, confidence, and overall understanding of the game. \r\n\r\nThank you for being an important part of our journey. Your generosity is helping us build not only better volleyball players, but stronger student-athletes. Because of your donations, our boys' team went undefeated and won their division, placing 1st heading into the playoffs, and our girls' team placed 2nd heading into the playoffs.","fullyFundedDate":1769643537476,"projectUrl":"project/vfms-volleyball-tools-for-team-excellen/10052879/","projectTitle":"VFMS Volleyball: Tools for Team Excellence","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Olarte","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10416231_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769439260424","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10416231"},{"teacherId":10401406,"projectId":10005999,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for your generous support of our classroom through DonorsChoose. Your contributions have made made a meaningful impact on both our Science and Spanish classes, allowing students to fully engage in hands on learning and complete several projects that would not have been possible otherwise.\r\n\r\nThanks to your donations, our students were able to dive deeper into their learning experiences in creative and collaborative ways. In Science students used the materials to design and present projects that demonstrated their understanding of key concepts. In Spanish, students were able to bring language learning to life through interactive activities and presentations that built both confidence and communication skills. \r\n\r\nThe boombox wit the microphone has been especially helpful. It gave students the opportunity to practice speaking clearly and confidently during presentations, making the experience feel more authentic and exciting. Many students who are typically shy felt empowered to share their ideas, and it has truly elevated the quality of our speaking experiences.\r\n\r\nThe colored pencil and paper have played a huge role in keeping students engaged. These supplies allowed students to express their creativity and while reinforcing their learning. From vibrant posters to detailed visual projects, students are motivated and take pride in their work.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has not only provided essential resources but has inspired a love learning and creativity. Thank you for investing in their education and helping us create an engaging classroom environment.","fullyFundedDate":1769177569497,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-minds-in-science-spanish/10005999/","projectTitle":"Engaging Minds in Science & Spanish","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Quiroz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10401406"},{"teacherId":10413271,"projectId":10043570,"letterContent":"The impact of these resources in my classroom has been immediate and meaningful. Students who previously struggled with abstract math concepts are now able to access and understand grade-level content through hands-on, visual experiences that make learning more concrete and engaging. Tools like LEGO bricks, magnetic tiles, and coordinate grids have helped students model and explore concepts such as ratios, integers, and graphing with greater confidence, while instructional games have increased participation, collaboration, and problem-solving in a low-pressure environment. I have seen a noticeable decrease in math anxiety and an increase in student willingness to take risks and persist through challenges. Additionally, flexible seating and sensory supports have improved students' ability to self-regulate and stay focused, leading to more productive learning time. Overall, this project has created a more inclusive, supportive classroom where students with diverse learning needs are building both academic skills and confidence in their abilities.","fullyFundedDate":1768910663344,"projectUrl":"project/building-math-that-makes-sense-hands-on/10043570/","projectTitle":"Building Math that Makes Sense: Hands-On Learning for Every Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zhang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10413271"},{"teacherId":10364838,"projectId":10004910,"letterContent":"On behalf of our entire classroom, I would like to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous donation. Your support has made a meaningful difference in our learning environment, and we are truly grateful for your kindness.\r\n\r\nBecause of your contribution, our students now have access to resources that enhance their education, spark their curiosity, and make learning more engaging and enjoyable. Whether it's new supplies, books, or materials, each item you provided is being put to good use every day.\r\n\r\nOur students have expressed so much excitement and appreciation. It's inspiring to see how your generosity has motivated them to learn, explore, and grow with renewed enthusiasm. Your support not only helps meet their academic needs but also shows them that their community cares about their success.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students' futures and for being such an important part of our classroom community. 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