{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kernodle Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":27.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9720946,"projectId":9714818,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support of my DonorsChoose project Building Future Scientists With Hands-On STEM, my 7th grade science students have been able to begin engaging with science in a way that goes far beyond textbooks. We have already unpacked and used the roller coaster engineering kits and the simple machines kits in class. These materials have given students a chance to physically build and test models as they explore key physics concepts like force, motion, energy transfer, and mechanical advantage. Students who normally struggle with abstract ideas have found the hands-on work both accessible and motivating, and many have commented on how much more sense the concepts make when they can touch, build, and experiment with the kits themselves.\r\n\r\nIn class, the roller coasters and simple machines activities have sparked lively collaboration and problem-solving. Students worked in small teams to design, build, and refine their models, which strengthened their communication, planning, and critical thinking skills. These experiences have laid a solid foundation for later units, and the excitement in the room during these activities has been noticeable among learners who are typically quiet or hesitant to participate.\r\n\r\nWe will begin using the remaining materials (including the cell models, prepared microscope slides, and the Wisconsin Fast Plants genetics kit) later in the year as our curriculum progresses into life science and genetics. I am confident these future units will have just as powerful an impact, allowing students to observe real biological structures and processes firsthand. Your investment in our classroom continues to transform how students experience science: from reading about it to doing it, questioning it, and ultimately understanding it on a deeper level. Thank you again for giving our young scientists the tools to explore, design, and discover.","fullyFundedDate":1760454449912,"projectUrl":"project/building-future-scientists-with-hands-on/9714818/","projectTitle":"Building Future Scientists With Hands-On STEM","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lilja - 7th Grade Science Teacher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9720946_orig.jpg?crop=400,400,x0,y6&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725061749428","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9720946"},{"teacherId":9514224,"projectId":9213021,"letterContent":"Thank you a much for your generous donations! Science World has been a great source for my students. Implementing Science World has fueled critical thinking and encourages students to use Scientific and Engineering Practices. My subscription gives me access to hundreds of teaching resources that have expanded my teacher tool kit. The skill-building sheets allow me to assess practices, such as analyzing data and arguing from evidence. Students practiced collecting data after reading about the science of music and vibrations in \"Music Then And Now\". Students created a music questionnaire about music preferences and created graphs and data tables. \r\n\r\nStudents have also been enjoying Science World. They particularly enjoy \"Cool STEM Jobs\" articles. Students used Science World to research different careers and science that would be interested in pursuing. As students shared their research, they were amazed at how science is used all over the world, including in their everyday lives. With articles such as \"Football Physicist\", \"City Engineer\", and \"Trailblazing Hispanic Scientists\", students are able to get a glimpse of the work scientists have done and how it applies to their everyday lives. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1744290634689,"projectUrl":"project/spark-curiosity-and-build-literacy-with/9213021/","projectTitle":"Spark Curiosity and Build Literacy with Science Magazines!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Juarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9514224"},{"teacherId":9201922,"projectId":9663158,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my DonorsChoose project to purchase new decorations for our middle school library. Your contribution goes far beyond funding supplies—you've helped create a warm, welcoming, and inspiring space where students truly want to read, learn, and explore.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our library now feels brighter, more engaging, and more reflective of the joyful learning we aim to foster every day. My students are already commenting on how inviting the space feels, and I can see their excitement as they walk through the doors. Your kindness has made an immediate and meaningful difference in their school experience.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in our classroom community and for investing in a space that supports curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of reading. We are deeply grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1758719983220,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-reading-haven-in-our-middle-s/9663158/","projectTitle":"Creating a Reading Haven in Our Middle School Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Crane","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9201922_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692349484393","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9201922"},{"teacherId":9201922,"projectId":9212662,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt thanks for your generous donation to our library supplies project. Your support is already making a meaningful difference for our students and teachers. Because of your contribution, we are able to provide new library decor that will improve learning, spark curiosity, and encourage a lifelong love of reading.\r\n\r\nYour generosity helps us:\r\n\r\n\r\nCreate welcoming, resource-rich spaces where all students can explore and learn.\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your belief in our mission and your commitment to education. \r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our students' futures. Your kindness makes our project possible.","fullyFundedDate":1753400904432,"projectUrl":"project/middle-school-library-supplies/9212662/","projectTitle":"Middle School Library Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Crane","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9201922_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692349484393","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9201922"},{"teacherId":9201922,"projectId":9056440,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of Diary of a Wimpy Kid to our school library. Your thoughtful gift has brought great excitement to our students, sparking their interest in reading and encouraging a love for books.\r\n\r\nThis popular series resonates with many young readers, helping them see the fun and adventure in reading while also fostering creativity and empathy. Your contribution is making a meaningful difference by enriching our library collection and providing students with engaging stories that inspire learning and imagination.\r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your support in helping us create a vibrant and welcoming space for our students to explore the joy of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1746786882057,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-young-readers-with-diary-of-a/9056440/","projectTitle":"Engaging Young Readers With \"Diary of a Wimpy Kid\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Crane","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9201922_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692349484393","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9201922"},{"teacherId":9201922,"projectId":9209567,"letterContent":"I am deeply grateful for your generous support of my DonorsChoose project to bring romance books to our middle school library. Thanks to your kindness, our students now have access to a diverse collection of engaging romance stories that inspire, entertain, and foster a love of reading.\r\n\r\nRomance novels are helping many of our students explore themes of friendship, empathy, and self-discovery in relatable ways. I've already seen increased enthusiasm during library visits, with students eagerly checking out books and sharing their favorite characters and plots. This new collection is opening doors to new worlds and encouraging shy readers to engage more confidently with literature.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom community by enriching the library with stories that resonate with young readers' experiences and emotions. You have helped create a welcoming space where students can connect, learn, and grow.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students' love of reading and learning. Your support truly lights the way for their success.","fullyFundedDate":1753400904414,"projectUrl":"project/romance-books-for-my-middle-school-libra/9209567/","projectTitle":"Romance Books for My Middle School Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Crane","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9201922_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692349484393","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9201922"},{"teacherId":9201922,"projectId":8788787,"letterContent":"I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation towards the purchase of new books featuring Asian characters for our school library. Your support is invaluable to us, and it will significantly enhance our students' reading experience.\r\n\r\nDiversity in literature is crucial for our students, and having books that represent various cultures fosters empathy, understanding, and a love for reading. With your contribution, we will be able to provide our students with a richer array of stories that reflect their own experiences and those of their peers.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your kindness and commitment to our students' education. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to sharing the impact of your generosity with our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1734635528652,"projectUrl":"project/my-library-needs-books-with-asian-charac/8788787/","projectTitle":"My Library Needs Books with Asian Characters.","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Crane","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9201922_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692349484393","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9201922"},{"teacherId":9807639,"projectId":8888102,"letterContent":"We at Kernodle Middle School can not thank you enough for your donations. The imact has been tremendous and I am very excited about how the students have responded. \r\n\r\nI began this project with an idea about spreading kindess. While working at Kernodle I thought about a StepUp Be Kind program I was involved with years ago. We have great kids here at Kernodle, but I wanted to bring the idea of spreading kindness here. Students today are so distracted with social media and their phones, I wanted to be able to teach them to be more aware of what's going on around them. We took some time to learn what kindness means, how to look for it and how to be kind. The kids caught on and were so excited to receive the bracelets. They have been told if they see kindness, pass their bracelet on and tell that person to pass it on as well. My students also put up posters around the school to advertise our Kindness Campaign. \r\n\r\nI want this program to continue throughout the year and beyond as we help to spread kindness throughout our school.","fullyFundedDate":1731525304746,"projectUrl":"project/kindness-campaign/8888102/","projectTitle":"Kindness Campaign","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McTygue","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9807639"},{"teacherId":9201922,"projectId":8838807,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donations, which have made a significant impact on our school library. Thanks to your support, we were able to purchase a wide array of new books that will enrich our students' learning experiences and foster a love for reading.\r\n\r\nThe addition of these books has already begun to transform our library into a vibrant hub of knowledge and creativity. Students are excited to explore new books, discover diverse authors, and engage with stories that reflect their own experiences and cultures. This new collection not only enhances our curriculum but also encourages critical thinking and imagination, vital skills for their growth.\r\n\r\nYour contributions are invaluable, as they empower our students to develop their literacy skills and cultivate a lifelong passion for reading. We are truly grateful for your support, which helps us create a nurturing and inspiring environment for all our learners.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your generosity and commitment to our students' education. 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