{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Hillside Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":28.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3600219,"projectId":9398274,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for your generosity in making this project possible. My students are making improvements with their prevocational skills because of your kindness. The materials in this project were assembled into kits which allow our students to practice using a variety of skills. \r\n\r\nThe kits prepared include folding facecloths, sorting by color, using fine motor skills to pick up small pieces using tweezers, clothing fasteners and many more..\r\n\r\nThe students are able to practice sorting, assembly and folding skills while learning to accomplish a task independently.","fullyFundedDate":1759264388649,"projectUrl":"project/building-independence-through-independen/9398274/","projectTitle":"Building Independence through Independent Work Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ricciardi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3600219"},{"teacherId":3600219,"projectId":9326002,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for your generosity in making this project possible. My students are making improvements with their attention to task and cause and effect skills because of your kindness. The new toys along with the materials that allow for switch adaptations allow students with limited motor abilities the opportunity to engage in play like their typical peers.\r\nThe students are having fun while improving important skills of attention to task and engaging in an activity independently.\r\nThis equipment is a wonderful addition to the classroom. Our students are thriving with these new materials.","fullyFundedDate":1759264387909,"projectUrl":"project/cause-and-effect-adapted-toys-with-switc/9326002/","projectTitle":"Cause and Effect Adapted Toys With Switch Access","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ricciardi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3600219"},{"teacherId":1664610,"projectId":9031407,"letterContent":"I would like to express my deepest gratitude to our generous donors for providing stuffed animal crochet kits for my students. The children were absolutely thrilled with the variety; they had a wonderful—if difficult—time choosing between the otters, unicorns, cows, pizzas, and octopuses! This project has sparked such interest that many other students are now eager to learn as well.\r\n\r\nBecause of this success, I plan to write another grant to expand our new crochet group for both returning and new members. While the remaining kits are quite challenging for 10-year-olds, we are incredibly fortunate to have a former student volunteer weekly to help us master these intricate designs. Thank you for making this creative journey possible.","fullyFundedDate":1742759912813,"projectUrl":"project/transforming-lives-through-mindfulness-a/9031407/","projectTitle":"Transforming Lives through Mindfulness and Creativity!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Carlson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1664610_orig.jpg?crop=330,330,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1676487326133","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1664610"},{"teacherId":3575453,"projectId":9726236,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to my students and classroom. We are grateful for all your support. The students have several activites and websites, that require headphones to assist in their learning.\r\n\r\nMy students are very excited to all have a pair of headphones to call their own to complete all assignments. This opens up different ways to help them learn.\r\n\r\nWe appreciate your assistance and Thank you very much for your help in funding my classroom project.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMs. MacDonald","fullyFundedDate":1764706038810,"projectUrl":"project/hear-ye-hear-ye/9726236/","projectTitle":"Hear Ye Hear Ye","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. MacDonald","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3575453_orig.jpg?crop=2013,2013,x1200,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1645029279168","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3575453"},{"teacherId":412207,"projectId":9391224,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and for believing in our students by donating to our donors choose, \"Colored Pencils, Markers, and Paint, Oh My!\" The supplies may seem simple, but they are absolute staples in the art room, and it can be frustrating for everyone when the materials don't work as intended. When the boxes of brand-new art supplies arrived, the excitement was immediate - there were actual cheers when students discovered the Sharpies, which are truly like gold in our art room. The colorful sets of Crayola markers, fresh colored pencils, and vibrant tempera cakes instantly energized the space. Many students rushed over to test the colors, amazed at how smoothly everything worked compared to our worn-down class sets. \r\n\r\nWe put the new materials to use right away in our current mixed-media identity project, where students combine drawing, ink work, and paint to create expressive portraits. One sixth grader who rarely participates spent nearly the entire period experimenting with the new tempera cakes, proudly showing classmates how well the colors layered. Another student told me, \"The new colored pencils are beautiful!\" The improved quality of materials has already helped students take more pride in their work and take creative risks they hadn't before.\r\n\r\nThese supplies will continue to support upcoming lessons in color theory, observational drawing, and zentangle design. Students are excited to use the new tempera cakes for their relief sculpture Picasso masks, and exploring richer blending and more detailed line work with the Sharpies. \r\n\r\nThank you again for making such a meaningful difference - your support truly improved the art room experience and helps inspire every student who walks through my door.","fullyFundedDate":1759264389147,"projectUrl":"project/colored-pencils-markers-and-paint-oh/9391224/","projectTitle":"Colored Pencils, Markers, and Paint, Oh My!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Potoma","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp412207_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1518092921211","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-potoma"},{"teacherId":3722212,"projectId":9421079,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding this project for much needed school supplies. A binder, notebook, pencil case, pack of colored pencils and some highlighters were given to each student on the first day of the second quarter. These materials are already helping students to stay better organized and not lose their work. The playing field has been leveled as they all have the exact same materials to use to succeed in class. None of this would be possible without your generosity...so Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart!","fullyFundedDate":1759264390035,"projectUrl":"project/basic-classroom-needs-for-continued-succ/9421079/","projectTitle":"Basic Classroom Needs for Continued Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zioze","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3722212_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1473603730185","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-zioze"},{"teacherId":3600219,"projectId":9099788,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for your generosity in making this project possible. My students are making improvements with their attention skills because of your kindness. The new Ipad and switch access is allowing students to interact and attend to task which is helping to improve their academic skills.\r\n\r\nThe students are having fun learning our calendar skills, social studies and science with our new Ipad and switch.\r\n\r\nThis equipment is a wonderful addition to the classroom. Our students are thriving with this new technology.","fullyFundedDate":1742263197038,"projectUrl":"project/cause-and-effect-switch-access-and-touch/9099788/","projectTitle":"Cause and Effect Switch Access and Touchscreen for Special Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ricciardi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3600219"},{"teacherId":3600219,"projectId":9099764,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for your generosity in making this project possible. My students are making improvements with their attention skills because of your kindness. The large touchscreen and multimedia function is allowing students to interact and attend to task which is helping to improve their academic skills.\r\n\r\nThe students are having fun learning our calendar skills, social studies and science with our new computer.\r\n\r\nThis equipment is a wonderful addition to the classroom. Our students are thriving with this new technology.","fullyFundedDate":1746494813881,"projectUrl":"project/touchscreen-technology-for-special-needs/9099764/","projectTitle":"Touchscreen Technology for Special Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ricciardi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3600219"},{"teacherId":9749105,"projectId":8780530,"letterContent":"On behalf of my entire 7th grade class, I want to express our deepest gratitude for your generous contribution that made it possible for every student to have their own copy of The Giver by Lois Lowry. Because of your support, our classroom was filled with excitement, imagination, and meaningful conversation throughout this unforgettable reading journey\r\n\r\n\r\nMy students have said that this was their favorite book. I am so grateful that I was able to teach one of my favorites this year. Thank you all so much for contributing.","fullyFundedDate":1726697303195,"projectUrl":"project/readers-are-leaders-please-help-my-eng/8780530/","projectTitle":"Readers Are Leaders! Please, Help My English Class!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Geo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9749105_orig.jpg?crop=871,871,x552,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726325041007","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9749105"},{"teacherId":7841926,"projectId":8917624,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our classroom has become a more comfortable and supportive space for all students. The snacks have been a game-changer—students who come to school without breakfast or forget lunch now have something to keep them focused and energized throughout the day. One student quietly told me, \"I do better on my tests when I'm not hungry,\" and that really captured the heart of this project. It's amazing what a small snack can do to help a student feel ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThe fidget toys have also made a noticeable impact, especially for students who have trouble concentrating or managing anxiety. They were so excited when I introduced the basket of fidgets—several students immediately found a tool that helped them focus during reading and writing activities. During a recent group project, I noticed a student who normally fidgets with their chair using one of the quiet tools instead, staying engaged and on task without disruption. It's little victories like that which remind me how important these resources are.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward with independent research projects, students are using both the snacks and fidgets to help them stay on track during longer work periods. These tools have helped level the playing field, allowing every student to have what they need to succeed both academically and emotionally. Thank you for being such a meaningful part of our classroom community—you've made a bigger difference than you know.","fullyFundedDate":1731526307238,"projectUrl":"project/mapping-for-success-part-4/8917624/","projectTitle":"Mapping for Success: Part 4","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rotunna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7841926_orig.jpg?crop=519,519,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707089907258","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7841926"},{"teacherId":7841926,"projectId":8917593,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students now have access to the essential writing tools they need every single day—pens, pencils, erasers, highlighters, and more. When they first saw the brand-new materials, you would've thought it was a holiday! One student held up a pack of mechanical pencils and said, \"These are the nice ones!\" The excitement was contagious, and it immediately set a positive tone in our classroom.\r\n\r\nWe're currently working on a unit where students write from the perspective of historical figures leading up to the American Revolution. These writing tools have allowed my students to draft, revise, and polish their work with confidence. With everyone equipped and ready, we've been able to focus more on the content and creativity, rather than scrambling for supplies or borrowing from others. One particularly proud moment was seeing a student who usually struggles with organization sit down, grab their materials, and get right to work on their rough draft without missing a beat.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll be moving into peer review and final presentations, where students will use their writing to share historical narratives and persuasive arguments. Your donation didn't just provide supplies—it helped foster independence, motivation, and a stronger sense of ownership in our classroom. Thank you for being a part of our journey and for giving my students the tools they need to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1731526305726,"projectUrl":"project/mapping-for-success-part-2/8917593/","projectTitle":"Mapping for Success - Part 2","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rotunna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7841926_orig.jpg?crop=519,519,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707089907258","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7841926"},{"teacherId":7841926,"projectId":8874098,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, my students were thrilled to receive their new notebooks, folders, and writing materials! The excitement was real—when they first saw the colorful supplies on their desks, their eyes lit up, and several of them asked, \"Are these really for us?\" For many of my students, having their own brand-new materials is a big deal, and it gave them a sense of ownership and pride in their learning.\r\n\r\nWe immediately put the supplies to use during our American Revolution unit. Each student created an interactive notebook where they take notes, reflect on historical events, and even write journal entries from the perspective of colonists. One moment that really stood out was when a student who typically struggles with organization excitedly showed me how they had neatly labeled their folder and started color-coding their notes. It was a simple yet powerful shift that gave them more confidence in class.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we're using these materials to prepare for a collaborative research project where students will explore different Revolutionary figures and present their findings to the class. These resources help us stay organized and engaged, and they've truly made our classroom a more focused and inspiring place to learn. Thank you for being a part of that!","fullyFundedDate":1730998307772,"projectUrl":"project/mapping-for-success-part-1/8874098/","projectTitle":"Mapping for Success: Part 1","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rotunna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7841926_orig.jpg?crop=519,519,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707089907258","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7841926"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_80227","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":772,"numTeachers":63,"percentFrplEligible":44,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":11,"percentWhite":46,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":28,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"12.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":71.7,"schoolId":80227,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Hillside Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Hillside Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-hampshire/school-administrative-unit-37/hillside-middle-school/80227"}