{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Middle School 297 Hawtree Creek Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":37.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6891662,"projectId":9952542,"letterContent":"Words cannot express how thankful I am for your support for our classroom. With all the new books, our independent reading program is flourishing! Students are finding books that they can connect to, learn from, and share with others. They are building their love of reading every day and it is thanks to you. The supplies have aided in their opportunities to collaborate in their small groups, which builds their confidence and ability to think critically. They feel a sense of ownership over the classroom and love that they have all the materials they need to be successful.","fullyFundedDate":1772116123272,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-kids/9952542/","projectTitle":"Books for Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cacchioli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6891662"},{"teacherId":9841551,"projectId":9886035,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! By funding this project, you are helping me transform our classroom into a vibrant, living laboratory. My students are so excited to get their hands dirty with the Sensory Plant Dome and the Unicorn Plant Pet, which will teach them the responsibility of nurturing living things. Your support has also provided a beautiful, nature-inspired environment with our new tapestry and wall decals, making our room a more peaceful and inspiring place to learn every day.","fullyFundedDate":1767803623723,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-nature-and-creativity-to-our-cl/9886035/","projectTitle":"Bringing Nature and Creativity to Our Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Casserly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9841551_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x712,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732319056419","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9841551"},{"teacherId":9975870,"projectId":9924621,"letterContent":"Having proper basketball equipment has a significant impact on both a school team and physical education activities. Quality basketballs, hoops, and safety gear allow students to practice skills like dribbling, passing, and shooting more effectively. When equipment is in good condition and appropriately sized, students can build confidence and improve performance, which leads to better participation and overall skill development during lessons and team practices.\r\n\r\nFor a basketball team, reliable equipment supports structured training and game readiness. Consistent access to regulation basketballs, well-maintained courts, and proper footwear helps athletes perform at their best while reducing the risk of injury. It also promotes teamwork and discipline, as players can focus on strategy and communication rather than dealing with faulty or limited resources.\r\n\r\nDuring physical education classes and recess, basketball equipment encourages active play and inclusion. Having enough basketballs and accessible hoops allows more students to participate at the same time, promoting physical activity, social interaction, and cooperation. It also creates opportunities for students of all skill levels to engage in the game, helping to build lifelong fitness habits and a positive attitude toward physical activity.","fullyFundedDate":1769716496393,"projectUrl":"project/hoops-for-success/9924621/","projectTitle":"Hoops for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Breen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9975870_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743175274825","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9975870"},{"teacherId":9841551,"projectId":9756519,"letterContent":"Hi there 💛\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous donation of the amazing LEGO sets to our classroom! Your gift has already sparked so much excitement and creativity among my students.\r\n\r\nLEGO isn't just about building — it encourages problem-solving, collaboration, perseverance, and imagination. I've watched students who don't always jump into academic tasks light up as they design, engineer, and proudly share their creations. Your support gives them hands-on opportunities to think critically and work together in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom has become an even more joyful, creative, and engaging space. Thank you for believing in our students and investing in their growth. We are so grateful!\r\n\r\nWith appreciation,\r\nJaclyn Casserly","fullyFundedDate":1763581370705,"projectUrl":"project/help-give-my-students-lego-sets-for-the/9756519/","projectTitle":"Help Give My Students LEGO Sets for the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Casserly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9841551_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x712,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732319056419","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9841551"},{"teacherId":9841551,"projectId":9858755,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Because of you, our students can explore plants, ecosystems, and creativity in exciting, hands-on ways. From the sensory eco-biosphere and self-watering plant pets to the vibrant wall decals, window clings, and world map tapestry, our learning space is now more welcoming, calming, and inspiring. These materials help spark curiosity, support science learning, and create an environment where students feel joyful and engaged every day. We are truly grateful for your kindness and belief in our students.","fullyFundedDate":1762267535222,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-science-adventures/9858755/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Science Adventures","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Casserly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9841551_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x712,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732319056419","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9841551"},{"teacherId":9841551,"projectId":9674092,"letterContent":"My students are beyond excited, and these materials are already inspiring creativity, teamwork, and critical thinking in our classroom. Your generosity helps us build meaningful learning experiences every day. We are incredibly grateful for your support and for making our classroom a place where imagination can truly grow.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for donating to our school as well as to my classroom. Our students will thrive with these materials - our gardening club with flourish - and I am eternally grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1757423328376,"projectUrl":"project/pumpkins-plants-and-possibilities/9674092/","projectTitle":"Pumpkins, Plants, and Possibilities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Casserly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9841551_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x712,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732319056419","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9841551"},{"teacherId":9975870,"projectId":9709862,"letterContent":"Beyond their individual feelings, the new equipment strengthens our sense of community. Students share, collaborate, and cheer each other on more readily. They feel proud of what they have and proud of the effort they put into each game or practice. It encourages teamwork and builds a stronger bond among them, as they all benefit from something new and exciting together.\r\n\r\n\r\nOverall, getting new sports equipment makes my students feel appreciated, motivated, and genuinely excited to participate. It inspires them to stay active, develop their skills, and enjoy the process. It may seem like a small change, but to them, it has created a huge boost in confidence, engagement, and overall happiness. 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Whether they're engaging in quiet drawing, using sensory tools, journaling, or simply exploring the materials in their own way, the act of pausing and immersing themselves in something soothing has had an incredible impact on their overall well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1758899063973,"projectUrl":"project/emotion-motion/9676434/","projectTitle":"Emotion Motion","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Breen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9975870_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743175274825","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9975870"},{"teacherId":9841551,"projectId":9576929,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping our garden grow — literally!\r\n\r\nYour generous support means our students can easily move tools, soil, and supplies around our school garden without struggle. This cart may seem simple, but it's a huge help for our young gardeners who take pride in keeping our outdoor space thriving. Thanks to you, our garden program can continue to flourish with less stress and more joy.\r\n\r\nWe're so grateful for your kindness and belief in hands-on learning. You've helped us plant seeds of curiosity, teamwork, and care that will keep growing all year long.","fullyFundedDate":1758898854235,"projectUrl":"project/garden-tool-transport-cart-helping-us-g/9576929/","projectTitle":"Garden Tool Transport Cart: Helping Us Grow with Ease","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Casserly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9841551_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x712,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732319056419","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9841551"},{"teacherId":7461649,"projectId":9738378,"letterContent":"I want to express my gratitude for the donations we received to our Food for Thought project. Your donations have had a positive impact on our middle school students and their ability to succeed on a daily basis. The snacks have helped to bridge the gap between meals. The health snacks help fuel our students' brains and prepare them for the challenges they face every day. \r\n\r\nThe snack items we received have helped to improve our students' concentration, memory, attention span, and their overall thinking. Our students have been displaying more efficient problem-solving skills, greater fact comprehension, and stronger mental recall after being given a healthy snack break before engaging in academic tasks. In science, our 7th graders learned about metabolism and how healthy snacks help stabilize their energy levels, stimulate metabolism, and even out their blood glucose levels. Our students can identify how their level of glucose can impact their energy level, irritability and anxiety, Students have become more mindful of what they are feeding their bodies and the impact the foods have on their ability to succeed academically.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our project and for making a difference in the lives of our young children.","fullyFundedDate":1758827053033,"projectUrl":"project/food-for-thought/9738378/","projectTitle":"Food for Thought","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sullivan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7461649_orig.png?crop=272,272,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597992656180","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7461649"},{"teacherId":9841551,"projectId":9203511,"letterContent":"Thanks to you, we've been able to expand our school garden into a real outdoor classroom. Students are planting spinach, lettuce, and radishes, keeping journals, and even designing a \"salad garden\" project they'll harvest later this fall.\r\n\r\nThe students were so excited when they saw the seeds and tools from you! They immediately started imagining the meals we could make with our garden produce and couldn't wait to get their hands in the soil.\r\n\r\nWith your support, our next step is planting cool-season crops and creating weekly garden jobs so every student takes part in caring for the plants. 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