{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Edward Pine Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":46.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10361710,"projectId":10022475,"letterContent":"Thank you sincerely from myself and both my current and future students. This Mac Mini has not only allowed me to achieve my original goals of increasing student engagement and my ability to be more mobile and move around the classroom more; it has also proved powerful and versatile enough to allow me to provide live translation of my speech into multiple languages.\r\n\r\nMultiple windows computers working together from my school district have been unable to achieve what this one computer you helped bring to us can do by itself. My students have been truly impressed and grateful for this upgrade to our classroom, and I feel that there is still more to learn and unlock!","fullyFundedDate":1768663491286,"projectUrl":"project/amplify-my-classroom-experience/10022475/","projectTitle":"Amplify My Classroom Experience","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Morlang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10361710"},{"teacherId":10403789,"projectId":10018194,"letterContent":"I'm writing to express my gratitude for the inclusion of my academic project in this great service that aligns donations with the needs of the teachers. It was a nice bridge between the experiences that I wanted to extend to my students and the actual availability of the necessary materials.\r\n The impact has been as diverse as the materials I was able to choose for the classroom. I will try to paint a picture of how the chosen items have impacted the educational experience in my classroom.\r\n Many of my lesson presentations involve PowerPoint slideshows. The smart board used in my classroom, called a Promethean, allows me to advance the slideshow by touching the screen. But it does not allow me to step backwards through the slideshow. To do this, I must stay tethered to my laptop. My project included a wireless \"clicker\" that allows me to operate the slideshow remotely. This allows me to be moving about the room, which has a benefit in promoting a level of engagement in the students who choose to sit towards the back of the room.\r\n I have found that my ability to give an instant reward for positive class participation is a perk that is well received with the students. I'm known for keeping treats in my shirt pocket and doling them out for students who have done something commendable. My project included two big bags of Lifesaver mints. I found that this treat is welcomed by the students and I've never heard of any allergic threats that they pose.\r\n My project included a small, metal metallic bowl, which I use as a gong to signal the class. Being that such a gong is often used in yoga or meditation classes, I wanted the students to associate the sound as an effective \"call to order\" when the classes beginning or when the noise level has risen to a degree that it is disruptive to the instruction. It has also been useful in this discussion of wave energy.\r\n By far, the prevalent component of my project has been the sets of juggle balls. In teaching science, there is often talk of particles, cells, planets, etc., that is conducive to tactile explanation using the balls in physical demonstrations. Aside from drawing these analogies, it has been a treat for many of my students to receive juggling lessons in our academic downtime. This has proven to be an endearing bonus with many of the kids, as well as a stimulation of their coordination and, more importantly, the boost in self-esteem when they realize that they can learn something that at first seem difficult.\r\n In closing, I would like to thank our donors who have supplied me with these materials and enhanced the learning experiences taking place in my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768672780209,"projectUrl":"project/earth-bending-science/10018194/","projectTitle":"Earth Bending Science","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Myers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403789"},{"teacherId":10411833,"projectId":10039244,"letterContent":"The resources I purchased with my request was for my resource class or students who are 4 grade levels or more below grade level in math. I received a kit with enough materials for every student to have their own kit. When I brought out the kit, I explained that each kit included number tiles that corresponded to its proportion of 1. So, the 1/1 tile was the same length as two 1/2 tiles all the way up to 1/12 tiles. \r\nFirst I let the students play and experiment with their kits. They were so engrossed, the classroom was silent as they were so focused on making equivalent fractions! I then showed them how to add and subtract fractions using the tiles. At the end of the week, we did a quiz. While the students still needed to use the tiles to complete the quiz, it was a huge step in their understanding in a difficult subject!","fullyFundedDate":1768767983112,"projectUrl":"project/resources-for-resource-math/10039244/","projectTitle":"Resources for Resource Math","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cobb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10411833"},{"teacherId":10312637,"projectId":10017065,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my project to help bring mental health awareness to middle school students! During the month of May, I will be hosting several local agencies such as Crisis Support Services/988, Mobile Crisis Response Team and Willow Springs Center at our school. The students will have a chance to gain knowledge about resources in our community, ask questions and be a part of breaking the stigma against mental health.\r\n\r\nThe supplies that were funded will be used during a tabling event during lunchtime each week during the month of May. The pens, notepads, stress balls, stickers and bracelets will be handed out to students. \r\n\r\nThank you again for funding my project to help bring mental health awareness to middle school students!","fullyFundedDate":1768945214446,"projectUrl":"project/help-bring-mental-health-awareness-to-mi/10017065/","projectTitle":"Help Bring Mental Health Awareness to Middle School Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Feldman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10312637"},{"teacherId":8107868,"projectId":10012492,"letterContent":"I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous support of my Small Group Counseling Supplies project. Thanks to your kindness, my students now have access to essential materials—snacks, stress balls, and a wonderful collection of social‑emotional board games—that will make a meaningful difference in their daily school experience.\r\nIn my small group counseling sessions, creating a space where students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn is at the heart of everything we do. The snacks you provided help students stay focused and comfortable during our time together, especially when they're working through challenging emotions or situations. Something as simple as a snack can make a world of difference for a child who needs a moment of grounding.\r\nThe stress balls and sensory items have already begun helping students regulate their emotions in healthy, productive ways. These tools give them something tangible to turn to when they feel overwhelmed, allowing them to practice coping skills we discuss during our Second Step lessons.\r\nThe social‑emotional board games have been an absolute joy to incorporate. They allow students to learn skills such as empathy, communication, problem‑solving, and emotional regulation in an engaging, hands‑on format. For many of my students, learning feels more meaningful when it's interactive, and these games help them connect deeply with the lessons while also strengthening their peer relationships.\r\nYour generosity has provided more than just supplies—you've provided opportunities. You've helped create an environment where students can grow socially and emotionally, build confidence, and develop lifelong skills. For that, I am truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1768413128518,"projectUrl":"project/small-group-counseling-supplies/10012492/","projectTitle":"Small Group Counseling Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8107868_orig.jpg?crop=400,400,x63,y69&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633025631535","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8107868"},{"teacherId":8175811,"projectId":10028064,"letterContent":"WOW! Thank you so much for your contribution to this project! With your assistance in providing tech and sensory tools, we can help students identify meaningful ways to recognize and regulate their emotions so they're able to get back on the track to achieving academic success. Now more than ever, student mental health is being impacted and by offering support to students, we can help to bolster safe & respectful learning environments that are beneficial and supportive of all learners. \r\n\r\nThank you for your generosity! It is very much appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1768683121980,"projectUrl":"project/tech-tools-to-teach-regulation/10028064/","projectTitle":"Tech & Tools to Teach Regulation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Roney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8175811_orig.jpg?crop=1214,1214,x126,y151&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1652736664995","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8175811"},{"teacherId":9349664,"projectId":9995678,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping to sponsor a re-vamped library for my classroom! It is a huge help for a teacher at the start of her career. \r\n\r\nIn the classroom, students are very curious about the new texts that are available to them. I requested a whole bunch of new graphic novels and those have been a hit! My school has a high English Language Learner population who have enjoyed these immensely. But plenty of my other students have enjoyed them as well.\r\n\r\nAs for the yoga ball chairs, there is never a class period where they aren't being used. Every single one of my classes loves to use them! They have been especially appreciated by my students who need to move in order to think and remained focused. A total game changer.\r\n\r\nI sincerely thank you all so much from the bottom of my heart for making it possible to provide these things to my students!","fullyFundedDate":1768143657434,"projectUrl":"project/ms-schneiders-library/9995678/","projectTitle":"Ms. Schneider's Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schneider","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9349664"},{"teacherId":8175811,"projectId":9875809,"letterContent":"With your kindness and support, we have been able to provide brand new grade-level books to our students & families that participate in our Parent Teacher Home Visits program (known locally as \"Patriot Pals\"). This not only supports literacy by encouraging reading & providing resources, but it also supports our mission to build strong, lasting, and cooperative relationships with our families, for the benefit of our students. \r\n\r\nWe are very grateful for your contribution and support of home & school connections and student literacy. \r\n\r\nThank you kindly! :)","fullyFundedDate":1764598430537,"projectUrl":"project/hopes-and-dreams-of-reading-and-relation/9875809/","projectTitle":"Hopes and Dreams of Reading and Relationships","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Roney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8175811_orig.jpg?crop=1214,1214,x126,y151&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1652736664995","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8175811"},{"teacherId":10402708,"projectId":10012232,"letterContent":"Thank you for fully funding my project, Expanding Reading Opportunities for Middle Schoolers. Your generosity has made and will continue to make a meaningful and immediate difference for my students.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our space has become a more welcoming, calming, and engaging space for students who often carry heavy stress from their personal lives. Many of students struggle with confidence, focus, and motivation, and having access to high-interest materials has helped all feel safer, seen, more relaxed, and more willing to participate.\r\n\r\nThe graphic novels you helped provide have been especially impactful. Students who once avoided reading are now choosing books independently, staying engaged for longer periods, and proudly sharing what they've read. These texts meet students where they are while strengthening reading comprehension, vocabulary, and literary engagement.\r\n\r\nThe tabletop radio has transformed our time by creating a calm, welcoming, engaging and inviting atmosphere that supports emotional regulation and concentration. The art supplies, games, and creative tools have given students healthy outlets for self-expression, helping them build social-emotional skills like focus, creativity, and positive peer interaction.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our space is no longer just a place to learn but also a space where students feel seen, supported, and capable. Thank you for investing in students and for helping create an environment where learning and emotional growth can happen together.","fullyFundedDate":1768451506978,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-calm-creative-and-confident/10012232/","projectTitle":"Building a Calm, Creative, and Confident Space for Middle Schoolers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nolan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10402708_orig.jpg?crop=180,180,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768248449507","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/themrsnolan"},{"teacherId":8105906,"projectId":10015317,"letterContent":"The students are very engaged and excited during PE class while using their new equipment and listening to music on the portable boom box. \r\n\r\nThey have been playing Good Minton and Pickleball with the equipment received. They are learning the fundamentals of racquet games and playing as partners and in small groups.\r\n\r\nOur classes are enjoying being outside and playing in the good weather. The music is motivating and keeps it fun for students.\r\n\r\nA huge thank you for making this possible for my title 1 kiddos. They are the best and we all appreciate your generous donations.","fullyFundedDate":1768532552217,"projectUrl":"project/fun-motivation-with-music-and-outdoor/10015317/","projectTitle":"Fun & Motivation With Music and Outdoor Play","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8105906"},{"teacherId":8155791,"projectId":9992933,"letterContent":"We are using the new library displays to highlight books, themes, and student interests in an engaging and organized way. Students are interacting with the displays during library visits by browsing featured books, making recommendations, and selecting reading materials more independently. One specific moment that stood out was when students immediately gathered around a newly displayed section and began discussing which books they wanted to read next, often encouraging peers to try a title they noticed.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new displays, they were excited and curious. Many commented on how inviting and \"official\" the library looked, and several students were eager to explore books they may not have noticed before. The displays sparked conversations about reading choices and increased enthusiasm for library time.\r\n\r\nThe next steps for students include using the displayed materials to support ongoing classroom and library lessons. Students will continue participating in reading activities such as book selection, independent reading, and sharing reflections or recommendations with peers. These displays will also support upcoming lessons focused on exploring different genres, building reading stamina, and fostering a love of reading. The new resources are helping create an engaging learning environment where students feel motivated and confident as readers.","fullyFundedDate":1768091519631,"projectUrl":"project/great-displays-help-promote-books/9992933/","projectTitle":"Great Displays Help Promote Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Robinson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8155791"},{"teacherId":8155791,"projectId":9943698,"letterContent":"The new board games in the library PBIS store are being used as positive incentives for students to practice and reinforce expected behaviors. Students earn PBIS points and choose board games to use during library time, free choice periods, or structured activities. The games encourage collaboration, problem-solving, turn-taking, and respectful communication among peers.\r\n\r\nStudents have reacted with excitement and enthusiasm to the new resources. Many are highly motivated to earn points to purchase the games and take pride in selecting and playing them with classmates. Overall, the board games have increased student engagement, promoted positive social interactions, and made PBIS rewards more meaningful.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping our library our students appreciate all the boardgames.","fullyFundedDate":1766786323131,"projectUrl":"project/fabulous-board-games-needed/9943698/","projectTitle":"Fabulous Board Games Needed","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Robinson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8155791"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_40733","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":740,"numTeachers":44,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":6,"percentBlack":4,"percentWhite":20,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":62,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"16.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":53.5,"schoolId":40733,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Edward Pine Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Edward Pine Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/washoe-county-school-district/edward-pine-middle-school/40733"}