{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Western Guilford Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":33.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6982698,"projectId":10073491,"letterContent":"It was so amazing to be able to watch the girls as they put their bracelets together. This project was a wonderful opportunity for them to express themselves, try something different and continue to build bonds with one another. They had a blast.\r\nWe are so appreciative to you for your continued support and generosity. It means a lot to be able to give our students positive outlets and experiences that will last a lifetime.\r\nThis is only doable with donors such as yourself. We can't say thank you enough!","fullyFundedDate":1772825340918,"projectUrl":"project/crafty-and-confident/10073491/","projectTitle":"Crafty and Confident","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sims","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6982698_orig.jpg?crop=1360,1360,x0,y6&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728092519080","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/arlene-sims"},{"teacherId":6982698,"projectId":9937370,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support of this project and for your generosity. It has been a blessing to see the students engage with this busy board and the other items in the counseling suite.\r\nI look forward to giving them a space to calm down and regulate their systems when they feel dysregulated, anxious, or even exhausted throughout the day.\r\nThis is only possible because of your continued support for educators as we work together to make a difference in the lives of the students we teach each and every day.","fullyFundedDate":1767198466129,"projectUrl":"project/harmony-hub/9937370/","projectTitle":"Harmony Hub","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sims","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6982698_orig.jpg?crop=1360,1360,x0,y6&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728092519080","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/arlene-sims"},{"teacherId":9710179,"projectId":9989677,"letterContent":"We seek the Divine to bless you and your extended family members as always!\r\n\r\nMy students and I got excited and happy on receiving the package. \r\n\r\nWe felt our sincerest heartfelt \"thanks\" and still feel thankful to use those. We are using the laminating pouches for our worksheets. We are learning to use the basic calculators. We use the Mosaic Creations Magnetic Designer during our Fun Friday activity time. \r\n\r\nWe were really happy to use all of these almost every single day. \r\n\r\nOur next step in this project is to keep the things neatly boxed and keep inside the closet to play all year long.","fullyFundedDate":1771552110748,"projectUrl":"project/laminating-sheets-basic-calculators-dr/9989677/","projectTitle":"Laminating Sheets, Basic Calculators, Dry Erase Pocket Sheet Protectors","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sue","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9710179_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725462618815","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9710179"},{"teacherId":6982698,"projectId":10073632,"letterContent":"What a joy to be able to see the girls faces when they got to put their hygiene kits together. \r\nThis project meant the most to me because many students in my school do not have access to essential everyday items, that many of us take for granted. This was only possible because of your generosity and support for the work we are doing in the lives of our students.\r\nThe girls will have these kits for a long time and will be able to come and replenish when they start running low.\r\nWe're thankful to you!","fullyFundedDate":1772825340885,"projectUrl":"project/confident-kits/10073632/","projectTitle":"Confident Kits","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sims","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6982698_orig.jpg?crop=1360,1360,x0,y6&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728092519080","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/arlene-sims"},{"teacherId":10054263,"projectId":9651799,"letterContent":"Because of this project, my students now have sketchbooks they can use every day to develop their ideas and practice drawing. The sketchbook has become a place where they can experiment, take creative risks, and record observations without worrying about making mistakes.\r\n\r\nStudents are now able to create daily sketches, explore new techniques, and document their creative process in one place. Over time, their sketchbooks become visual journals that show how their ideas grow and evolve. This practice helps them build confidence in their drawing skills while also learning that creativity is a process, not just a final product.\r\n\r\nFor many students, this is the first time they have had a dedicated space to develop their own artistic voice. Having a personal sketchbook encourages them to observe the world more closely, generate new ideas, and approach art like practicing artists do.\r\n\r\nThanks to this project, my classroom now functions more like a working artist's studio, where sketching, experimentation, and idea development are part of the daily routine.","fullyFundedDate":1766673285104,"projectUrl":"project/every-artist-needs-a-sketchbook/9651799/","projectTitle":"“Every Artist Needs a Sketchbook”","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Byrd","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10054263_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y409&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755711508655","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10054263"},{"teacherId":9799164,"projectId":9846712,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have access to a fully functional 3/4 cello, which has already made a meaningful impact in our classroom. Previously, a student was using a damaged instrument that made it difficult to produce a clear sound, often leading to frustration. With this new cello, they are now able to participate confidently in rehearsals, focus on improving their tone and technique, and continue exploring sound through the cello. One special moment was seeing their excitement after playing with a full, resonant sound for the first time.\r\n\r\nWhen the cello arrived, students were immediately excited and curious. They quickly noticed the difference in sound quality, and it sparked conversations about caring for instruments and taking pride in their musicianship.\r\n\r\nAs we continue preparing for upcoming performances, this cello will support both individual growth and our full ensemble sound. Your support has not only improved one student's experience but has strengthened our entire orchestra. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1767643204284,"projectUrl":"project/when-science-sings-exploring-sound-thro/9846712/","projectTitle":"When Science Sings: Exploring Sound Through the Cello","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lymas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9799164"},{"teacherId":6982698,"projectId":9744584,"letterContent":"My team and I were so excited to have this project fully funded! Thank you donors for your care and generosity.\r\n\r\nThese snack items allow us to not have to worry or wonder about feeding our girls group after school and they can attend club and continue to create meaningful relationships with one another.\r\nThe girls have all expressed how having these snacks make them enjoy club meetings. It has made their time together fun and meaningful.\r\n\r\nWe are so appreciative to each of you and for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1761917273628,"projectUrl":"project/snack-and-chat-club/9744584/","projectTitle":"Snack and Chat Club","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sims","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6982698_orig.jpg?crop=1360,1360,x0,y6&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728092519080","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/arlene-sims"},{"teacherId":6982698,"projectId":9745199,"letterContent":"It was such a blessing to have this project fully funded. The males in my school are in need of many essentials in a regular basis.\r\nI'm grateful for donors such as you who make it possible for us to be able to provide these items because the need continues to be there.\r\nWe do our best to keep our clothing closet stocked with these essentials. So when students come they don't have to wait and call a parent, thereby missing instructional time in the classroom.\r\nThank you for caring and for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1761917251648,"projectUrl":"project/bare-necessities-ii/9745199/","projectTitle":"Bare Necessities II","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sims","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6982698_orig.jpg?crop=1360,1360,x0,y6&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728092519080","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/arlene-sims"},{"teacherId":4626204,"projectId":9804076,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing the coffee for the coffee cart. Every Friday, our two adaptive classes read coffee orders, fill those orders, and deliver to other staff members in the school. The coffee cart allows my students to interact with other staff members they are not familiar with. They are using sign language and their IPAD's to communicate to others. We are also working on math by counting how many packets of sugar and how many scoops of creamer each order receives. Some students are working on matching the room numbers to the orders when delivering. \r\n\r\nThank you for providing a clothing rack. Students have been working hard on learning to hang their clothes. This is a skill that will help them as they get older. The students who can't hang the clothes sort the clothes on the hangers by color. Everyone is working on a life skill.\r\n\r\nThank you for your donations.","fullyFundedDate":1760746869196,"projectUrl":"project/building-independence-in-a-self-containe/9804076/","projectTitle":"Building Independence in a Self-Contained Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wells","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4626204"},{"teacherId":7730793,"projectId":9246296,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for fully funding our project and helping provide three clarinets for my students! Because of your generosity, more students now have the opportunity to participate in band, learn a new instrument, and experience the joy of making music.\r\n\r\nThese clarinets will make a lasting impact by removing a major barrier to access and ensuring that students who may not have their own instruments can still learn, grow, and perform alongside their peers. Your support helps build confidence, discipline, and teamwork through music, and we are incredibly grateful for your investment in our students and their futures.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our band program and for helping our students find their voice through music!","fullyFundedDate":1746468569620,"projectUrl":"project/from-squeaks-to-symphonies-new-clarinet/9246296/","projectTitle":"From Squeaks to Symphonies: New Clarinets for WGMS Band","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Thompson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7730793_orig.jpg?crop=255,255,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760737878168","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7730793"},{"teacherId":7730793,"projectId":9246719,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in fully funding our classroom project! Because of your support, my students and I now have essential supplies like Kleenex, air sanitizer, Clorox wipes, carpet freshener, and other cleaning materials that help keep our classroom clean, healthy, and welcoming every day.\r\n\r\nThese resources may seem small, but they make a huge difference in creating a safe learning environment where students can focus, feel comfortable, and take pride in their space. Your kindness helps support not only our classroom but also our students' well-being, and we are truly grateful for your investment in our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1744809864612,"projectUrl":"project/strike-up-the-band-and-wipe-it-down/9246719/","projectTitle":"Strike Up the Band... and Wipe It Down!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Thompson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7730793_orig.jpg?crop=255,255,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760737878168","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7730793"},{"teacherId":6779519,"projectId":9771658,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom through DonorsChoose. Because of your kindness, our student/athletes now have access to healthy snacks that are already making a meaningful difference in their school day.\r\n\r\nFor many of our student/athletes, having a nutritious snack available helps them stay focused, energized, and ready to learn. Since receiving these snacks, I have noticed improved concentration, fewer distractions related to hunger, and a more positive learning environment overall. The student/athletes feel cared for and supported, knowing that there are people beyond our classroom who believe in their success.\r\n\r\nYour support goes beyond providing food—it sends a powerful message to our student/athletes that their well-being matters. It helps remove barriers to learning and allows them to put their energy where it belongs: on growing academically and socially.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my student/athletes and myself, thank you for investing in our classroom and for making such a positive impact on our daily learning experience. 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