{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Valencia Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":28.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10440454,"projectId":10117644,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping fund our diverse reading options project for our classroom. \r\n\r\nThese books have added to our growing classroom library, which allows students to have access to many reading options within our class without having to go to the library. \r\n\r\nThanks to you, I was able to build a small classroom library that promotes literacy to a group of students who do not always choose to read for enjoyment. \r\n\r\nRight now, we are working on our Graphic Novels unit (a favorite unit for students) and the books that were supplied to us through this project have been read many times. Thank you for making our classroom feel like a mini library where reading is seen as an exciting, relaxing hobby instead of a chore.","fullyFundedDate":1772046964869,"projectUrl":"project/diverse-reading-options/10117644/","projectTitle":"Diverse Reading Options!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10440454"},{"teacherId":10440454,"projectId":10125178,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping fund our supplies refresh project for our classroom.\r\n\r\nThese supplies have allowed us to complete regular tasks and projects with ease without running out of anything. We have a great setup, that students treat with respect, so that all of their classmates can use supplies across grade levels and class periods.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, I was able to accomplish creating a supply corner that allows students access to high quality supplies for all of their academic projects.\r\n\r\nThroughout the semester, we work on posters, creating \"Reading Passports\" and other creative endeavors that require lots of markers, rulers, colored pencils, and crayons. Thanks to this funded project, we are able to complete these tasks with enough materials for everyone.","fullyFundedDate":1772396489419,"projectUrl":"project/restock-refresh-of-supplies-and-storag/10125178/","projectTitle":"Restock & Refresh of Supplies and Storage","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10440454"},{"teacherId":10440454,"projectId":10120470,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping fund our flexible seating options for our classroom. \r\n\r\nThese seats have added to the welcoming classroom vibe I envisioned for my students. During our Drop Everything and Read time, students love grabbing a seat and settling in with their books. \r\n\r\nThanks to you, I was able to accomplish setting up an environment that promotes relaxation and literacy to a group of students who do not always choose to read for enjoyment. \r\n\r\nRight now, we are working on our Graphic Novels unit and the students are always excited when they get the freedom to move from their desks to the floor/flexible seats. Thank you for making our classroom feel like welcoming, cozy place to read and learn.","fullyFundedDate":1772332898452,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-all/10120470/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for All!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10440454"},{"teacherId":10440454,"projectId":10115779,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping fund our general classroom needs for our classroom. \r\n\r\nThese supplies have allowed us to complete regular tasks and projects with ease without running out of supplies. We have a great setup, that students treat with respect, so that all of their classmates can use supplies across grade levels and class periods.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, I was able to accomplish creating a supply corner that allows students access to high quality supplies for all of their academic projects.\r\n\r\nThroughout the semester, we work on posters, creating \"Reading Passports\" and other creative endeavors that require lots of markers, rulers, colored pencils, and crayons. Thanks to this funded project, we are able to complete these tasks with enough materials for everyone.","fullyFundedDate":1771895375034,"projectUrl":"project/general-classroom-needs/10115779/","projectTitle":"General Classroom Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10440454"},{"teacherId":10440454,"projectId":10115714,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping fund our flexible seating options for our classroom. \r\n\r\nThese seats have added to the welcoming classroom vibe I envisioned for my students. During our Drop Everything and Read time, students love grabbing a seat and settling in with their books. \r\n\r\nRight now, we are working on our Graphic Novels unit and the students are always excited when they get the freedom to move from their desks to the floor/flexible seats. Thank you for making our classroom feel like welcoming, cozy place to read and learn.","fullyFundedDate":1771873078156,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating/10115714/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10440454"},{"teacherId":5337875,"projectId":10265959,"letterContent":"Our new classroom books have transformed our daily reading routines and brought our first-of-the-year lessons to life! We kicked off the school year with titles like *The Name Jar*, using them to build an inclusive community where students learn to honor their own names, pronounce each other's names correctly, and take pride in their identities and cultural heritage.\r\n\r\nThrough these texts, students are mastering critical literacy skills early on:\r\n\r\n* Literary Analysis:** Examining character development, central themes of identity and belonging, and visual storytelling techniques.\r\n* Empathy & Reflection:** Connecting personal experiences to narrative arcs and engaging in respectful dialogue about diverse perspectives.\r\n* Vocabulary Expansion:** Unlocking context clues and discussing key vocabulary embedded within rich, multi-layered stories.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading is an interactive, shared experience. We move between whole-class read-alouds, small-group discussions, and independent reflection time. Students don't just sit and read passively—they annotate, collaborate on group charts, and share connection stories with their peers.\r\n\r\nThese new books have been especially impactful for our quieter students and those who previously felt hesitant about sharing their backgrounds. Seeing stories that mirror their own experiences has sparked immediate engagement, giving them the confidence to speak up during class discussions and take pride in who they are. Your support has given our students both a mirror to see themselves and a window to understand others, setting a positive tone for the entire school year!","fullyFundedDate":1779293873738,"projectUrl":"project/new-books-new-worlds/10265959/","projectTitle":"New Books, New Worlds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maestas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5337875_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778297139202","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-maestas"},{"teacherId":9993658,"projectId":10261637,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation for my students. You have helped us launch our school year with many resources to help us learn and grow. This is my first year as a special education teacher, after working as an English Language Arts teacher for the past 8 years. This transition has been so fulfilling, to say the least. \r\nIn our Donor's Choose order, we received magnetic alphabet tiles which have helped my non-verbal students tremendously. They love forming words with them and playing with the magnets on them. It helps calm them in loud situations or once they have finished all their work. \r\nWe also received water bottles for each student that we were able to personalize and put their name on them. They were so excited to receive their own water bottle specifically to keep in class. The water bottles have also given them the opportunity to be responsible for \"housekeeping\" and washing dishes during the week so they are able to practice their functional living skills. \r\nEvery item we received from our project, has impacted or will impact our classroom greatly. We cannot thank you enough for helping get our classroom up and running. Between the books, the sensory items, and the cleaning supplies, my students will be able to learn and grow their academic and daily living skills. We appreciate your support.","fullyFundedDate":1778940594216,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-potential-through-inclusive-pl/10261637/","projectTitle":"Unlocking Potential Through Inclusive Play and Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Baca","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9993658_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744083822490","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9993658"},{"teacherId":10432363,"projectId":10105989,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity! You gifts have not only ALL been matched, doubling your impact, but you helped me restock my classroom library with new books that my students love! They were so excited to look around at all the new books and shared with me how anxious they were to check them out.\r\nIndependent reading is a huge component of my class and students need modern and relatable books to pull them into reading. Often, students turn away from reading because they haven't found a book that connects or resonates with them. I put lots of research into what books to include in my classroom library, as my space is limited. \r\nYou purchased books that students can connect with to build their love for reading and foster curiosity, which leads to lifelong learning! \r\nThank you for your gift!","fullyFundedDate":1771899825277,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-library-refresh-20/10105989/","projectTitle":"Classroom Library Refresh 2.0","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Zamora","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10432363_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771800884107","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10432363"},{"teacherId":1581599,"projectId":10124097,"letterContent":"Students have been using the awesome tools you helped fund.\r\n\r\nBefore receiving the items ordered, many students expressed their excitement because they never used digital cameras. Students learned quickly how to use the items purchased and within the first few weeks of receiving the materials, they created videos and photography projects which were shared with the whole school and some of our school community members. \r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting this project. \r\nCan't wait to see what other projects students create in the future.","fullyFundedDate":1772825347067,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-student-creators/10124097/","projectTitle":"Empowering Student Creators","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jaramillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1581599"},{"teacherId":10432363,"projectId":10092801,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in your donations! Starting this year and for years to come, students will have access to the amazing books you provided that tell impactful stories that will stay with them. \r\nFostering independent reading helps students learn new ideas, cultures around the world, and teaches them life lessons they might not have learned otherwise. This helps shape them into lifelong learners who have curious minds and search for answers to questions they ask themselves. \r\nThank YOU for the amazing donations and for providing students with the access to rich and impactful texts!","fullyFundedDate":1770888151676,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-library-refresh/10092801/","projectTitle":"Classroom Library Refresh!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Zamora","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10432363_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771800884107","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10432363"},{"teacherId":7154872,"projectId":9405828,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the extra games, Switch console, and updating our classroom with new LED lights and rugs. Your generous support has made a noticeable difference in our esports classroom. \r\n\r\nSince the updates, students are more engaged and enthusiastic about gaming. The improved lighting and comfortable rugs have created a welcoming environment where students feel at ease, focus more easily, and collaborate more naturally. The new equipment have given them better tools to practice, compete, and build confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1755610182836,"projectUrl":"project/esports-dream-room/9405828/","projectTitle":"Esports Dream Room","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Trujillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7154872_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1583428227917","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7154872"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_61609","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":445,"numTeachers":27,"percentFrplEligible":70,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":24,"percentIndigenous":3,"percentLatinx":68,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":2,"gradesServed":"7 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"16.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":71.4,"schoolId":61609,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Valencia Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Valencia Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-mexico/los-lunas-school-district-1/manzano-vista-middle-school/61609"}