{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Roxboro Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":29.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5425605,"projectId":10651524,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project, \"Ready, Set, Sew: Pop-Tart Plushies!\" When the packages arrived containing the colorful felt, scissors, embroidery floss, and other crafting supplies, my students were absolutely thrilled. Their eyes lit up seeing all the bright materials, and they could not wait to put their hands to work bringing their ideas to life.\r\n\r\nThese supplies served as the ultimate creative reward and hands-on extension to our unit on persuasive writing. After researching, planning, and writing persuasive letters to the Kellanova Corporation pitching brand-new Pop-Tart flavors, students used the new sewing materials to design and hand-sew matching plushies of their custom creations. Seeing them transition from drafting compelling arguments on paper to carefully cutting patterns, threading needles, and stitching their 3D Pop-Tart plushies was an incredible classroom moment. This project not only strengthened their writing and communication skills, but it also taught them patience, fine motor skills, and the joy of creating something from scratch.\r\n\r\nNow that our plushies are complete, our next step is to finalize and mail our persuasive letters—complete with photos of their finished plushies—directly to Kellanova! My students are so proud of their work, and that pride stemmed directly from your belief in our classroom. Thank you for making learning so memorable and engaging for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1789618600074,"projectUrl":"project/ready-set-sew-pop-tart-plushies/10651524/","projectTitle":"Ready, Set, Sew: Pop-Tart Plushies!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Amy Statler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5425605_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y115&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598094721262","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/chuhlego"},{"teacherId":5425605,"projectId":10325631,"letterContent":"Because of your generous support, our classroom has transformed into a vibrant hub of creativity and hands-on learning. The addition of our new color inkjet printer and vivid ink cartridges has changed the way my students interact with their daily lessons, bridging the gap between abstract concepts and real-world understanding.\r\n\r\nHow Technology Powers Student Learning\r\nIn today's classroom, technology does far more than replace paper; it enhances comprehension and retention. While digital devices allow students to research and collaborate, our new color printer brings that work into the physical world. Visual learning is a critical component of elementary and secondary education. Color coding helps students break down complex mathematical equations, map out graphic organizers for writing, and read high-definition scientific diagrams. Being able to print full-color visual aids, interactive workbooks, and customized learning materials allows our students to engage multiple senses, making difficult topics much easier to grasp.\r\n\r\nWhat Excites Our Students Most\r\nIf you walked into our classroom after a printing job, the first thing you would notice is the sheer pride on my students' faces. The most exciting aspect of this new printer for them is seeing their digital creations come to life exactly as they designed them. It turns everyday assignments into published masterpieces that they are eager to show off.\r\n\r\nMaking a Difference for Every Learner\r\nThis printer has had a particularly profound impact on our visual learners, English Language Learners (ELL), and students who benefit from modified learning plans. For instance, one of my students who typically struggled with reading focus and engagement has completely turned a corner. I am able to take assignments and, with the help of translation software, create a handout that they can understand in their mother tongue and print it out at a moment's notice rather than waiting for the next day. \r\n\r\nHaving the technology at our fingertips also helps when wi-fi is having problems, as our district printers are web-based, and if I need something printed, I can do it at the touch of a button.\r\n\r\nYour investment has given my students the tools they need to take pride in their education, express their creativity, and access learning in ways tailored to their unique needs. 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This donation has helped me provide this to my students. The continued thoughtfulness of the donors really means alot to me and my students. Many thanks for your continued help and support.","fullyFundedDate":1786383774624,"projectUrl":"project/power-sound-and-clean-spaces/10464917/","projectTitle":"Power, Sound, and Clean Spaces","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Jackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7093000_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689076596028","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7093000"},{"teacherId":7093000,"projectId":10432051,"letterContent":"Thank you for investing in my students. No headaches, no side effects from constant bright lights. Actually the soft lighting brings an over calm to the classroom. A sense of peace is in the atmosphere. \r\n\r\nI will admit the group of students I have currently have not fully matured to an 8th grade level. The softer lighting also helps keep distractions at a minimal. Bright lights can bring about loud laughter, a larger audience, and the use of their talents in an ineffective manner.\r\n\r\nI have noticed that the lighting has drawn attention where students may take a moment to refocus themselves, settle down, and get to work. Your donation has turned my room into an environment filled with possibilities.","fullyFundedDate":1786370561597,"projectUrl":"project/let-there-be-softer-light/10432051/","projectTitle":"Let There Be (Softer) Light","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Jackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7093000_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689076596028","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7093000"},{"teacherId":5425605,"projectId":9852862,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredibly generous support of our project, \"Experiential Learning through Tactile Classroom Resources.\" Because of your kindness, our students now have access to high-quality, hands-on materials that transform abstract concepts into tangible experiences. In our classroom, we believe that children learn best when they can use their hands to explore, build, and solve problems. The Chompsaw, ComposiMold, ink pads, and pyrex mixing container you provided have already sparked so much curiosity and excitement.\r\n\r\nIt is inspiring to see my students' faces light up when they get to step away from a worksheet and engage directly with the world around them. These resources aren't just \"tools\"—they are bridges to deeper understanding, helping my students develop critical thinking and fine motor skills that will serve them for years to come.\r\n\r\nThank you for being a champion for experiential learning and for making a direct impact on our daily classroom life.","fullyFundedDate":1763872156673,"projectUrl":"project/experiential-learning-through-tactile-cr/9852862/","projectTitle":"Experiential Learning Through Tactile Creation","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Amy Statler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5425605_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y115&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598094721262","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/chuhlego"},{"teacherId":10105789,"projectId":9523913,"letterContent":"When my students and I kept receiving packages our hearts were filled with gratitude. We cannot believe how many items on our wish list were fulfilled! It truly changed the learning environment for the students we had materials that we desperately needed that made projects, learning teaching and the overall atmosphere of the classroom brighter. \r\n\r\nWe can I say thank you enough for the huge impact that you've had on our classroom and each student they personally asked me to tell you thank you from them to you. They are enjoying every single item donated. They said that this is one of their favorite classrooms to come into each and every day","fullyFundedDate":1762189005834,"projectUrl":"project/7th-grade-ela-teacher/9523913/","projectTitle":"7th Grade ELA Teacher","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pegram","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10105789"},{"teacherId":10096434,"projectId":9505380,"letterContent":"My students were so excited to receive the boxes of materials you have donated to our classroom. Their eyes lit up and smiles were beaming.\r\nThe noises canceling headphones helps my students during loud fire drill alarms, they also are helpful when all of the students in the school come together for a monthly celebration assembly, where it can get extremely loud in the auditorium. \r\nI use the bins and trays to keep our classroom organized, but the students love it when we use them for our Science projects where we put sand in them to simulate erosion, weathering and dig for minerals.","fullyFundedDate":1757716275758,"projectUrl":"project/1st-year-intervention-specialist-creatin/9505380/","projectTitle":"1st Year Intervention Specialist Creating Sensory Stations for Enhanced Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Scott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10096434"},{"teacherId":5425605,"projectId":9627983,"letterContent":"Your support for the Jitterbug Soldering Kit project has done more than just teach electronics—it has fostered a genuine enthusiasm for hands-on engineering, troubleshooting, and perseverance among our students. \r\n\r\nYour support has allowed our students to do exactly that: to understand the physical reality of circuits and power. \r\n\r\nTranslating Theory into Physical Reality: Students no longer see a circuit diagram as a flat image in a textbook. They are actively reading the schematic and translating it into a three-dimensional physical object on the PCB. This makes abstract concepts like resistance (R), voltage (V), and current (I) tangible and immediate.\r\n\r\nDeveloping Fine Motor Skills and Focus: Soldering requires extreme precision and steady focus. The kits teach students patience and fine motor control, essential skills that carry over into all aspects of their learning. It's a true test of craftsmanship and attention to detail.\r\n\r\nFor our students, the most exciting part is the immediate, tangible reward of creation. \"It Works!\" \r\n\r\nThe Sense of Danger (Controlled!): Using the soldering iron is perceived as a \"grown-up\" skill. The opportunity to work with real tools and real, hot equipment—in a safe and supervised environment—gives them a powerful sense of competence and responsibility.","fullyFundedDate":1755666581024,"projectUrl":"project/solder-print-a-makers-mission/9627983/","projectTitle":"Solder & Print: a Maker's Mission","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Amy Statler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5425605_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y115&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598094721262","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/chuhlego"},{"teacherId":5425605,"projectId":9366449,"letterContent":"We constantly use the Silhouette machine in the classroom and in the school building for various projects. The Silhouette cutting machine is an incredible tool that transforms a middle school classroom into a dynamic, hands-on learning environment. Far beyond simple crafting, this technology empowers students in subjects like STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) by bridging the gap between digital design and physical creation.\r\n\r\nWe want to extend our deepest gratitude to our generous donors for their recent contribution that allowed us to replenish the vital supplies for our Silhouette machine. The new blades, puff vinyl, pen sets, and new cutting mats you provided are the essential raw materials that fuel our students' creativity and hands-on learning. Your support directly ensures that every middle school student has the opportunity to engage with this technology, turning their digital ideas into tangible reality without interruption. \r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students' education and for helping us keep the tools of innovation humming in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1747683213570,"projectUrl":"project/restocking-silhouettes-supplies-2/9366449/","projectTitle":"Restocking Silhouette's Supplies 2","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Amy Statler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5425605_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y115&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598094721262","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/chuhlego"},{"teacherId":5425605,"projectId":9365845,"letterContent":"We constantly use the Silhouette machine in the classroom and in the school building for various projects. 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