{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Oliver W Winch Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":16.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":155182,"projectId":10369537,"letterContent":"Sometimes we just need a break from the Chromebooks or a reward after accomplishing something difficult. It is wonderful having so many games that allow the kids to take a break, interact with friends without devices, and just enjoy a moment with less stress.\r\n\r\nWe are planning our first Game Day right after our fall common assessments are behind us. The kids are so excited—especially when we opened the boxes! It felt just like Christmas!\r\n\r\nI am thrilled to have the ability to provide a break and a little fun when it's needed most. I am so thankful to my generous donors! 2, 4, 6, 8... our DONORS are GREAT!","fullyFundedDate":1789567229184,"projectUrl":"project/board-game-bonanza/10369537/","projectTitle":"Board Game Bonanza","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hayes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp155182_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450049824398","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tinahayes"},{"teacherId":155182,"projectId":10309265,"letterContent":"\"Wow... I am so thankful to all of the amazing donors! Our supply budget is so small for having over 100 students. My goal was to keep the supply list small, since parents are really feeling the pinch in this economy...and I feel it too. We did a great job making some consumable items on the list optional, and the donated supplies will allow me to share those items with kids who didn't or couldn't purchase them. \r\n\r\nI normally spend a lot of my own money on things for the classroom, so DonorsChoose has helped me save money as well. I am forever grateful!\"","fullyFundedDate":1789491881045,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-school-basics/10309265/","projectTitle":"Back To School Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hayes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp155182_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450049824398","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tinahayes"},{"teacherId":155182,"projectId":10099411,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to this fun lighting and supply project! My students are so excited! \r\n\r\nSchool lighting can be harsh, so I use lamps to give us a break from the overhead lights. The addition of whimsical lighting will enhance that \"at-home\" feeling, making our flexible seating spaces, like our Reading Café, feel even more inviting.\r\n\r\nI'm so thankful to have found this funding source to help bring my \"perfect classroom\" dreams to life. I've seen the difference it makes students often take a deep breath when they walk in and say, \"It feels like home.\" That's exactly the feeling I want every learner to have. You have helped me to achieve that goal with this project. \r\n\r\nYour kindness and generosity is appreciated!!!!! 2, 4, 6, 8...our donors are GREAT!","fullyFundedDate":1777402331202,"projectUrl":"project/light-up-and-brighten-up/10099411/","projectTitle":"Light Up and Brighten Up!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hayes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp155182_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450049824398","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tinahayes"},{"teacherId":155182,"projectId":9866986,"letterContent":"WOW!!! The new couch has been an awesome addition, and it looks so pretty too! As a teacher, I especially love how easy it is to clean and how happy it makes the kids.\r\n\r\nIt's quickly become a \"fan favorite\" in our classroom...students even come early just to grab a good seat (we love that!). We did have to make a new rule: no hurdling over people or furniture... gotta love middle schoolers...LOL!\r\n\r\nBut truly, thank you for helping make my \"classroom dreams\" come true. I love being the room students are excited to be in. You've made my job easier in the best way.\r\n\r\n2, 4, 6, 8... our donors are GREAT!","fullyFundedDate":1771030662132,"projectUrl":"project/comfy-couch-comeback/9866986/","projectTitle":"Comfy Couch Comeback!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hayes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp155182_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450049824398","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tinahayes"},{"teacherId":155182,"projectId":9660195,"letterContent":"What a fantastic project to get funded—it's helping refresh some much-needed community supplies! We can never have enough colored pencils, sharpeners, and folders. I love giving the kids a mix of digital and paper activities—their brains definitely need a break from screens. Physically handwriting can be so calming, especially when we add color. For example, when students create \"sketch notes\" about a book, it really helps them engage. Let's not forget that middle schoolers love color too!\r\n\r\nThank you for making my job easier—I'm so grateful for the support. 2, 4, 6, 8... our donors are great!","fullyFundedDate":1758820070918,"projectUrl":"project/a-colorful-project-ela6/9660195/","projectTitle":"A Colorful Project: ELA6","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hayes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp155182_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450049824398","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tinahayes"},{"teacherId":155182,"projectId":9574283,"letterContent":"The kids and I are loving the soft glow of the birch tree lights—it's such a refreshing change from the harsh school lighting! Combined with the lamps and natural light, our classroom feels so warm and inviting—it's truly a treat.\r\n\r\nThe \"mini-me\" director's chair has been a huge hit, too! The kids can't wait for their turn to sit in it (we may need a rotation chart!).\r\n\r\nCreating a cozy, home-like space has made such a difference—students feel safe, comfortable, and genuinely excited to come to class each day. Thank you for helping make my classroom wishes come true!\r\n\r\n2, 4, 6, 8... our donors are GREAT! 💛","fullyFundedDate":1758636484891,"projectUrl":"project/ela-gathing-spot/9574283/","projectTitle":"ELA Gathing Spot","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hayes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp155182_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450049824398","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tinahayes"},{"teacherId":155182,"projectId":9470316,"letterContent":"What a wonderful treat it is to have supplies kids can use whenever they need them!\r\n\r\nAt the start of the year, I filled up pencil pouches for students who had nothing, and they were so thankful. Now, when kids are sent to their lockers to grab supplies (that often aren't there), they know they can come in—no questions asked—and get what they need.\r\n\r\nThanks to donors like you, I've been able to save money and, more importantly, save students from the worry of not having the materials they need to be prepared for learning. I'm so thankful to be able to take that stressor off their shoulders.\r\n\r\nYou have truly made a huge impact for these kiddos.\r\n\r\n2, 4, 6, 8... our donors are great!","fullyFundedDate":1755873589693,"projectUrl":"project/writing-supplies-secret-stash/9470316/","projectTitle":"Writing Supplies: Secret Stash","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hayes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp155182_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450049824398","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tinahayes"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_22833","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":602,"numTeachers":54,"percentFrplEligible":51,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":93,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":3,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":1,"gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"11.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":83.9,"schoolId":22833,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Oliver W Winch Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Oliver W Winch Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/south-glens-falls-central-school-district/oliver-w-winch-middle-school/22833"}