{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Andover Elementary Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":30.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3304394,"projectId":9751958,"letterContent":"We are absolutely thrilled to share the incredible impact of your recent donations. Thanks to your generous contributions, our 4th-grade classrooms have been equipped with cutting-edge virtual reality (VR) headsets, transforming the way our students experience and interact with the world around them.\r\n\r\nThe VR headsets are not just fun; they are an investment in the future of education at Andover Elementary Middle School. They are helping us\r\nincrease engagement: The hands-on, immersive nature of VR is capturing the attention of even the most reluctant learners.\r\n\r\nHere are just a few of the ways the VR headsets are bringing lessons to life:\r\n\r\n•A visit to a medieval castle in Ireland: Instead of simply reading and looking at photographs about the castles, students were able to watch a video I made while visiting Ireland in 3D.\r\n•Jousting: Our Middle Ages unit was elevated when students watched an actual jousting match at a castle in England.\r\n• Understanding Geography: We took a virtual \"tour\" of Arches National Park and the Grand Canyon, fostering a deeper curiosity about our country's famous landforms.","fullyFundedDate":1761528806924,"projectUrl":"project/out-of-this-world-vr-field-trips/9751958/","projectTitle":"Out of This World VR Field Trips!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dow","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3304394"},{"teacherId":3304394,"projectId":9383487,"letterContent":"We are writing to you today with immense gratitude and excitement to share the incredible impact your donation has made on the fourth-grade students at Andover Elementary Middle School.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generous contribution, we successfully purchased the VR headsets we needed for our classroom! Your gift did more than purchase equipment; it unlocked a new dimension of learning for our students. Here are just a few of the ways the VR headsets are bringing lessons to life:\r\n\r\n•A visit to a medieval castle in Ireland: Instead of simply reading and looking at photographs about the castles, students were able to watch a video I made while visiting Ireland in 3D.\r\n•Jousting: Our Middle Ages unit was elevated when students watched an actual jousting match at a castle in England.\r\n•Understanding Geography: We took a virtual \"tour\" of Arches National Park and the Grand Canyon, fostering a deeper curiosity about our country's famous landforms.\r\n\r\nThe VR headsets are not just fun; they are an investment in the future of education at Andover Elementary Middle School. They are helping us increase engagement: The hands-on, immersive nature of VR is capturing the attention of even the most reluctant learners.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in our students and our vision for innovative education.","fullyFundedDate":1757555476417,"projectUrl":"project/out-of-this-world-vr-field-trips/9383487/","projectTitle":"Out of This World VR Field Trips!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dow","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3304394"},{"teacherId":9546850,"projectId":9595774,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous support of our \"Lights, Camera, History\" project. Your contribution has provided us with the tools and resources needed to bring history to life in ways that are engaging, creative, and student-centered. This project has already sparked tremendous excitement, and your belief in our vision makes it possible for our students to explore history in new and meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, students now have the chance to create videos and audio projects that combine research, storytelling, and technology. They are eager to take on the role of historians, producers, and directors, using their voices and perspectives to share historical narratives. By producing their own media, students are not only learning historical content but also developing critical skills in communication, collaboration, and creativity.\r\n\r\nThe impact of this project reaches far beyond the classroom. Students are gaining the confidence to share their work with peers, families, and the wider community. Your support has made it possible for them to see themselves as creators and storytellers, not just learners. It is heartwarming to see how invested they are in the process, and it is clear that your gift is helping to shape both their academic journeys and their personal growth.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your belief in our students and in the value of innovative, hands-on learning experiences. Your generosity has given us the opportunity to inspire curiosity, ignite passions, and build skills that will serve students for years to come. Thank you for making \"Lights, Camera, History\" a reality—we could not do this without you.","fullyFundedDate":1757555394120,"projectUrl":"project/lights-camera-history-tech-for-studen/9595774/","projectTitle":"Lights, Camera, History! Tech for Student Storytelling","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Philbrook","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9546850_orig.jpg?crop=2163,2163,x52,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755189622307","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9546850"},{"teacherId":9546850,"projectId":9250029,"letterContent":"I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous support of our classroom technology projects. Your contribution has made an immediate and meaningful difference for my students, and it is inspiring to see their excitement as new opportunities for learning unfold.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, we were able to expand our classroom's technology resources and provide students with a VR headset that brings history, geography, and culture vividly to life. The ability to explore ancient civilizations, step inside famous landmarks, and experience environments they've only read about has transformed their understanding of the world.\r\n\r\nYour support not only enhances learning but also fosters curiosity, creativity, and engagement. I am grateful that my students are now able to develop skills that prepare them for the future while building memorable educational experiences.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of all of my students, thank you once again for believing in the power of education and for investing in their growth. Your generosity will have a lasting impact on their learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1750373674926,"projectUrl":"project/visualizing-history/9250029/","projectTitle":"Visualizing History","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Philbrook","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9546850_orig.jpg?crop=2163,2163,x52,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755189622307","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9546850"},{"teacherId":9991997,"projectId":9236995,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping my students have another layer of their learning experiences. At AE/MS we strive to offer choice and experiences with our standard lessons. These products have helped us have place to store and charge our headsets (which were purchased through school fundraisers) so that they are always safe and ready for use.\r\n\r\nOne student was so excited during an activity that she announced, \"Oh my God! This is how I learn!\" She was so happy to be \"inside\" a lesson.\r\n\r\nThis has truly been a positive addition to our lessons.","fullyFundedDate":1744032855128,"projectUrl":"project/virtual-reality/9236995/","projectTitle":"Virtual Reality","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schoch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9991997"},{"teacherId":6448380,"projectId":9151706,"letterContent":"I am writing to share my professional development journey focused on deepening my knowledge and skills in project-based learning (PBL). Earlier this year, I completed a project involving a range of materials that have been incredibly helpful in shaping my instructional practices. Building on that foundation, my goal is to further enhance student experiences by exploring additional strategies to effectively incorporate PBL into my teaching.\r\n\r\nRecognizing that successful implementation of PBL requires a unique approach to classroom management, I have also included several valuable resources to broaden my classroom management toolkit. These books provide practical, research-based strategies that align with the demands of a project-based learning environment.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, with SHAPE America's recent update to the National Health Education Standards, acquiring a physical copy of this essential resource is crucial for teachers delivering health education. This will ensure that instruction is aligned with current standards and best practices.\r\n\r\nThe books I have studied as part of my professional growth include:\r\n\r\nNational Health Education Standards\r\nThe Highly Effective Teacher: 7 Classroom-Tested Practices That Foster Student Success\r\nSetting the Standard for Project-Based Learning\r\nBetter Than Carrots or Sticks: Restorative Practices for Positive Classroom Management\r\nClassroom Management for Art, Music, and PE Teachers\r\nThese materials have equipped me with new insights and practical tools that I am eager to apply in my classroom to foster student engagement, positive behavior, and academic success.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting my ongoing professional development.","fullyFundedDate":1741946693037,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-pbl-for-teachers/9151706/","projectTitle":"Enhancing PBL for Teachers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Manteau","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6448380_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1560274165850","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/elliswellness"},{"teacherId":6448380,"projectId":8984067,"letterContent":"We have been utilizing the new resources in various ways, particularly through our recent project on Health Dimensions and Interpersonal Communication. They created posters and various digital projects. Students were excited to see our new organization system with all the materials filled in! \r\n\r\nLooking ahead, My students 6th graders will participate in a hands-on project where they will design their own restaurants that adhere to healthy eating guidelines. This project will allow them to apply their knowledge of nutrition but also encourage teamwork and creativity as they collaborate to create balanced meals.\r\n\r\nThe playdough will also allow 7th grade to create some interactive models as they enhance their knowledge of the human body. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for helping fund this project. 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