{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Evergreen Middle School - Urban Exploration","outOfStateSupporters":40.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2993358,"projectId":9264069,"letterContent":"On behalf of my 6th grade science students, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous support of our solar fountain project. Your contributions made a real and lasting impact on our classroom—and on our students' learning.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my students were able to engage in a hands-on, meaningful exploration of the engineering design process. They designed, built, and tested their own solar-powered water fountains, gaining valuable experience with sustainable energy—a topic that will be increasingly important in their futures.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting moments was when we unboxed the materials; the classroom filled with cheers and excitement. It was clear from the start that this project was going to be something special. Students brought creativity and problem-solving to the challenge, and some even designed fountains specifically to help water our schoolyard garden, making a thoughtful connection between science and our everyday environment.\r\n\r\nThis project sparked curiosity, teamwork, and a sense of accomplishment that went far beyond the textbook. It gave my students the opportunity to see themselves as real scientists and engineers.\r\n\r\nWe're excited to build on this momentum next year by turning the project into a full inquiry unit, where students will conduct controlled experiments to test different variables related to their solar fountains.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making this incredible experience possible. Your support is helping shape the next generation of innovators and problem-solvers.","fullyFundedDate":1745427986535,"projectUrl":"project/here-comes-the-sun-and-water/9264069/","projectTitle":"Here Comes the Sun (and Water!)","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Child","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2993358_orig.jpg?crop=1199,1199,x1038,y483&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1636648142433","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/madeleine-child"},{"teacherId":4331097,"projectId":9188850,"letterContent":"We want to express our sincere gratitude for your generous donation of professional equipment, including two GoPro cameras and five microphones with a stand. Your support has been invaluable to our program.\r\n\r\nThanks to your contribution, our students were able to create, produce, and edit the 8 episodes for the \"New Roots: Immigrant Sharing Their Stories\" podcast. We are incredibly proud of the professionalism they displayed throughout this process. They were respectful and kind towards their peers, teachers, and local community members that openly shared their stories.\r\n\r\nWe are keenly aware that this important work would not have been possible without your generous support. Thank you once again for believing in our students and their projects!","fullyFundedDate":1742906165323,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-creators-providing-professio/9188850/","projectTitle":"Empowering Creators: Providing Professional Tools for Digital Media Makers\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cheila Lopez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4331097"},{"teacherId":4331097,"projectId":9168876,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of snacks for our after-school program. The students often feel a bit hungry, and your contribution allows us to offer them a small treat before they head home. We are thrilled that you were able to assist with this important need.\r\n\r\nOur students have been busy producing about 8 episodes for a podcast that shares the stories of immigrant individuals in our school and local community. They are always happier when they can enjoy a fun and tasty snack before diving into their podcast work.\r\n\r\nWe plan to continue working with these students until the middle of June and hope to showcase their podcast with our school community before the end of the school year.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1742390421148,"projectUrl":"project/journeys-beyond-borders-immigrant-stori/9168876/","projectTitle":"Journeys Beyond Borders: Immigrant Stories of Courage","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cheila Lopez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4331097"},{"teacherId":9551215,"projectId":8413244,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well and that you've been able to enjoy some of the recent warm days (especially if you're here in NYC like us!). I'm writing with a big, heartfelt thank you—from both me and my sixth-grade artists—for your generous support of our classroom through Donors Choose. Thanks to you, we just wrapped up a truly meaningful project: our expressive self-portraits, made possible with the painting supplies you helped bring into our studio!\r\n\r\nTo kick off our self-portrait journey, students explored color theory, the emotional impact of color, and a range of watercolor techniques. From there, each artist transferred an image of themselves onto watercolor paper and traced their contour lines with permanent marker to prepare their surface for painting.\r\n\r\nWhat made this project so powerful was the planning process each student engaged in before they ever picked up a brush. They reflected on how to use color, brushstroke, and technique to tell their own story, choosing from three expressive approaches:\r\n\r\n- Option A: Personality– Using expressive color in both background and figure to reflect who they are.\r\n- Option B: Past/Present– Using color to show who they were last year (in the background) and who they are now (in the foreground).\r\n- Option C: Outside/Inside– Using realistic color for the figure, with expressive color in the background to represent inner emotions.\r\n\r\nWe had some incredibly moving moments in the studio. One student chose to include green and white—our school colors—in her portrait because, as she said, \"this school feels like home.\" Another artist shared that it was their first time mixing paint to match their skin tone and was genuinely excited to see themselves reflected in their artwork. One student painted swirling color to capture what he called \"the messiness of life—and how it can still be beautiful.\"\r\n\r\nNow that the portraits are complete, students who feel ready will be helping curate a hallway exhibition, making sure their work is seen by our whole school community. We'll be displaying them proudly in a high-traffic space, protected with clear vinyl to keep them safe and shining.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in our young artists and giving them the materials—and the encouragement—to create, reflect, and share their stories in ways that feel meaningful, safe, and truly their own. Your support made this all possible.","fullyFundedDate":1725379398630,"projectUrl":"project/expressive-self-portraits/8413244/","projectTitle":"Expressive Self-portraits","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ricci","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9551215"},{"teacherId":2993358,"projectId":8662295,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation to my classroom. Your support has made such a significant impact on my students, and I am excited to share some of the experiences that your contribution has helped bring to life. This fall, my students had the incredible opportunity to raise butterflies in the classroom, observing their metamorphosis firsthand. It was an unforgettable hands-on learning experience, sparking curiosity and wonder about the natural world. The students were engaged and excited as they cared for the caterpillars, and they were absolutely thrilled when the butterflies emerged, marking the culmination of their hard work and learning.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, your donations allowed us to dive into two dynamic science projects that brought concepts to life in a meaningful way. In our kinetic energy project, students tested the effects of mass on kinetic energy by designing and conducting their own experiments, which not only reinforced core scientific principles but also encouraged teamwork and problem-solving. In another project, my students worked collaboratively to build and test model homes for Ukrainian refugees, applying their understanding of thermal energy. This project provided a valuable opportunity for them to connect their learning to real-world challenges, and they took great pride in knowing their work could potentially make a difference in others' lives.\r\n\r\nBeyond the projects themselves, your contributions have helped create a classroom environment where students are excited to come in every day. The warm, light, and welcoming atmosphere you've helped foster has made my classroom a space where students feel safe, inspired, and eager to learn. Former students often tell me they're jealous they didn't get to experience my classroom decorations when they were in 6th grade, and that's a testament to the positive, creative space we've cultivated together. Thank you again for making such a lasting impact on my students and their education. Your generosity truly makes a difference in their lives.","fullyFundedDate":1724694213946,"projectUrl":"project/refresh-my-science-classroom/8662295/","projectTitle":"Refresh My Science Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Child","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2993358_orig.jpg?crop=1199,1199,x1038,y483&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1636648142433","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/madeleine-child"},{"teacherId":9750309,"projectId":8783926,"letterContent":"Teaching is undoubtedly a challenging but deeply rewarding journey. Having the right tools makes this experience even more meaningful, not just for me, but also for my students and our community.\r\n\r\nYour generous donation has allowed me to address immediate learning needs in my classroom. With a printer, ink, and paper readily available, my lessons now flow more smoothly, ensuring all students can access the materials they need. In our diverse learning environment, where students engage with information in different ways and at varying levels, these resources have made it possible to provide personalized materials that support their success.\r\n\r\nThe document camera has been a game-changer, allowing me to model critical thinking strategies when reading and analyzing texts with my students. Additionally, the speaker has enriched our lessons, bringing history to life through high-quality videos that help students connect with the past in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nThank you for your kindness and support. 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