{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Westmoor Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":40.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":166829,"projectId":9942659,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our project, \"That Stacks Up.\" Because of your generosity, our classroom now has a simple but powerful system that helps my students begin math class with confidence and independence.\r\n\r\nIn our middle school special education classroom, routines are incredibly important. Many of my students rely on visual structure and predictable systems to help them manage executive functioning and processing challenges. Before receiving these organizer trays, our math warm-up pages, fact practice sheets, and workbook materials were stacked together in one large pile. This made the start of class overwhelming for many students, and they often needed extra help just to find the correct materials.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, we were able to implement a color-coded tray system that makes a huge difference in how students begin their work. Each tray now holds a specific type of activity, such as math facts practice, problem-solving sheets, or materials for hands-on learning tasks. The visual organization allows students to quickly locate what they need and get started right away.\r\n\r\nThe impact has been immediate. Students are able to enter the classroom, grab their color-coded materials, and begin their work with much greater independence. Instead of feeling frustrated or unsure about where to start, they are engaging more quickly in the learning activities we have planned. This simple system has created calmer transitions and a smoother start to our math block.\r\n\r\nBecause less time is spent searching for materials, we now have more time for the meaningful experiences that help my students learn best. Students are able to participate more fully in problem-solving activities, collaborative learning opportunities, and hands-on math exploration.\r\n\r\nSomething as simple as a set of organizer trays has made a powerful difference in our classroom. Your generosity has helped create a learning environment where students feel supported, confident, and ready to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1765195512628,"projectUrl":"project/that-stacks-up/9942659/","projectTitle":"That Stacks Up","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Edwards","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp166829_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1476904054939","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teresa-edwards"},{"teacherId":166829,"projectId":9903648,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our project, \"Task Boxes That Build Math Minds.\" Because of your generosity, my students now have access to structured task boxes that help them practice and strengthen important math skills through hands-on learning.\r\n\r\nMany of my students benefit from clear routines and visual supports when learning new concepts. The task boxes provide structured, engaging activities that allow students to practice skills such as counting, number recognition, sorting, and problem solving in a way that is both meaningful and accessible. Instead of relying only on worksheets or verbal instruction, students can physically interact with materials and see math concepts come to life.\r\n\r\nSince introducing these task boxes into our classroom, I have seen students become more confident and independent during math time. The boxes allow students to work at their own pace while still practicing important foundational skills. They also give students opportunities to repeat tasks and build mastery, which is especially important for learners who need additional practice and reinforcement.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting outcomes has been watching students take pride in completing the task boxes independently. Students who once needed significant prompting are now able to begin tasks on their own and work through them with greater confidence. These small successes build motivation and help students see themselves as capable learners.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped create a classroom where students can explore math in a structured, supportive, and engaging way. These task boxes will continue to be used for years to help students build strong mathematical foundations and develop independence in their learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and helping them grow their math minds.","fullyFundedDate":1765464994032,"projectUrl":"project/task-boxes-that-build-math-minds/9903648/","projectTitle":"Task Boxes That Build Math Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Edwards","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp166829_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1476904054939","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teresa-edwards"},{"teacherId":166829,"projectId":9813797,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our project, \"Squishy, Silly, and Sensational Sensory.\" Because of your generosity, my students now have access to a variety of sensory tools that help them regulate their bodies, focus their attention, and fully participate in learning throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nMany of my students experience sensory needs that make it difficult to remain calm, attentive, and ready to learn. The sensory materials you provided give them appropriate and positive ways to meet those needs. When students can squeeze, stretch, or manipulate sensory tools, it helps their bodies feel more regulated and their minds become more ready for instruction.\r\n\r\nSince receiving these materials, I have noticed a meaningful difference in my classroom. Students who previously struggled to stay seated or manage frustration now have tools that help them reset and refocus. These sensory supports allow students to take short regulation breaks and return to learning feeling calmer and more confident.\r\n\r\nThe materials have also helped build fine motor skills and independence. Students enjoy exploring the different textures and tools, and many have begun choosing the items that work best for them when they need a moment to regroup. Watching them develop self-regulation strategies has been incredibly rewarding.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, these sensory supports help create a classroom where all learners feel safe, supported, and ready to succeed. Your generosity has made it possible for my students to access the tools they need to thrive both emotionally and academically.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and investing in their success.","fullyFundedDate":1765464993224,"projectUrl":"project/squishy-silly-and-sensational-sensory/9813797/","projectTitle":"Squishy, Silly, and Sensational: Sensory Fun for Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Edwards","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp166829_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1476904054939","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teresa-edwards"},{"teacherId":166829,"projectId":9809119,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our project, \"Building Bright Minds with Hands-On Math.\" Because of your generosity, my students now have access to engaging, hands-on math materials that help turn abstract concepts into meaningful learning experiences.\r\n\r\nMany of my students learn best when they can see, touch, and interact with the concepts we are studying. The materials from this project allow students to build numbers, explore patterns, and practice problem-solving in ways that feel more like exploration than work. Instead of simply hearing about a math concept, they can manipulate the materials and discover how numbers work together.\r\n\r\nSince receiving these resources, I have already seen increased engagement during math instruction. Students who previously struggled to stay focused are now eager to participate. When they use the manipulatives and activities, they are able to better visualize numbers and demonstrate their understanding in ways that traditional worksheets cannot provide.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments was watching students collaborate while working through a math challenge using the new materials. They were discussing strategies, testing ideas, and celebrating when they solved a problem together. These moments show how powerful hands-on learning can be.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped create a classroom environment where students feel confident exploring math and developing important problem-solving skills. These resources will continue to benefit my students for years to come.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my classroom and for believing in my students' potential.","fullyFundedDate":1766868821988,"projectUrl":"project/building-bright-minds-with-hands-on-math/9809119/","projectTitle":"Building Bright Minds with Hands-On Math and Organization Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Edwards","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp166829_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1476904054939","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teresa-edwards"},{"teacherId":9402466,"projectId":9853106,"letterContent":"Thank you SO MUCH for your kind donation to our Winter Wonderland store. We rely entirely on donations like yours to stock our store and the additional toys from you made a huge difference for our students. They love seeing brand new merchandise on the shelves. It was so fun to hear students enthusiasm walking around the store and seeing all of the new items!\r\n\r\nMany of our students were so excited, especially for the sports ball! They were all purchased right away and students who came later were asking for more. I loved hearing the students who bought them talk about who they were going to give them to or who they were looking forward to playing with. Many were envisioning warmer weather playing outside with friends and siblings. \r\n\r\nWe greatly appreciate your kind donation to the store and to our students!","fullyFundedDate":1761948888888,"projectUrl":"project/wms-is-a-winter-wonderland-sports/9853106/","projectTitle":"WMS is a Winter Wonderland! (sports)","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fitzgerald","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9402466_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y432&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728581880141","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9402466"},{"teacherId":9402466,"projectId":9853118,"letterContent":"Thank you SO MUCH for your kind donation to our Winter Wonderland store. We rely entirely on donations like yours to stock our store and the additional toys from you made a huge difference for our students. They love seeing brand new merchandise on the shelves. It was so fun to hear students enthusiasm walking around the store and seeing all of the new items! \r\n\r\nMany of our students were so excited, especially for the Squishmallows! We had to put a limit on purchasing to make sure all students had an opportunity or they all would've been bought up right away!\r\n\r\nWe greatly appreciate your kind donation to the store and to our students!","fullyFundedDate":1762966000751,"projectUrl":"project/westmoor-is-a-winter-wonderland-toys/9853118/","projectTitle":"Westmoor is a Winter Wonderland! (toys)","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fitzgerald","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9402466_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y432&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728581880141","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9402466"},{"teacherId":10238934,"projectId":9718257,"letterContent":"I cannot tell you how beautiful the restorative justice room looks. The look on students faces as more gifts arrived sparked excitement throughout the school. \r\nStudents have already broken into the games and I've seen serious games of Battleship. Nothing can replace the skills learned through board games and I'm witnessing laughter with friendly challenges. The pride from winning and working through a loss.\r\nThank you from the bottom of our hearts for the supplies that are being used to build community.","fullyFundedDate":1765464994488,"projectUrl":"project/restorative-practice-classroom/9718257/","projectTitle":"Restorative Practice Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Daw","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10238934"},{"teacherId":7615289,"projectId":9732437,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students, I extend our sincere thanks for your generous donation of math manipulatives for my classroom. You support has made an immediate impact on student learning, confidence, and engagement.\r\n\r\nBecause of your contribution, my students have access to resources that enhance instruction and create opportunities for hands on learning. These materials help students by exploring math in hands-on lessons to effect deeper understanding and retention of daily lessons. The math manipulatives have given my students the tools they need to be successful.\r\n\r\nMy students have already experienced increased scores on district assessments. Many have already met their year end performance expectations based on data collected at the beginning of the year. Your generosity has directly supported mystudents academic growth while also strengthening their confidence and creativity.","fullyFundedDate":1759265050194,"projectUrl":"project/math-manipulatives-for-middle-school/9732437/","projectTitle":"Math Manipulatives for Middle School!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Torka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7615289"},{"teacherId":8675410,"projectId":9940323,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing large magnetic whiteboards and markers for my middle school math classroom. Your kindness has made an immediate and meaningful difference for my students.\r\nThese whiteboards have transformed the way we learn math. Students now have the space and tools they need to show their thinking, model problems visually, and collaborate with confidence. Instead of passively watching, students are actively solving, revising, and explaining their ideas—an essential part of building strong mathematical reasoning.\r\nThe magnetic boards also allow us to display work quickly, compare strategies, and celebrate multiple ways to solve a problem. This has boosted student engagement, encouraged productive math discussions, and helped students feel more comfortable taking risks in their learning.\r\nBecause of you, my classroom is more interactive, inclusive, and student-centered. Thank you for believing in my students and for investing in their success. We are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1765464994544,"projectUrl":"project/the-big-idea-board/9940323/","projectTitle":"The Big Idea Board!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Berg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8675410_orig.jpg?crop=750,750,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708379800423","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sherry-berg"},{"teacherId":3460098,"projectId":9604179,"letterContent":"How we're using the new resources:\r\n\r\nMy students and I have already jumped into using the new materials in ways that have transformed our daily routines. One of our favorite moments so far has been during a fitness circuit project where students rotated through stations using the new equipment. They tracked their progress, encouraged one another, and even started challenging themselves to set personal goals. It was the first time I saw every student fully engaged from start to finish.\r\n\r\nA moment that stood out The day the materials arrived:\r\n\r\nThe room absolutely lit up. Students crowded around the boxes, pointing out items they recognized and asking how we'd use them. One student said, \"It feels like a real gym now!\" Another immediately asked if we could try everything that same day. Their excitement made it clear that these resources weren't just supplies—they were motivation.\r\n\r\nWhat's next for our class:\r\n\r\nWe're now moving into a student‑designed fitness plan project where each student creates a personalized routine using the new equipment. They'll learn how to set goals, monitor progress, and reflect on their growth. Later, we'll transition into a team‑based cooperative challenge that builds communication and problem‑solving skills using the materials donors helped provide.\r\n\r\nYour support didn't just add tools to our classroom—it opened doors for confidence, creativity, and healthier habits. Thank you for giving my students opportunities they're genuinely excited about.\r\n\r\nIf you'd like, I can help you tailor this even more to your exact project or add details about specific equipment or student reactions.\r\n\r\nyou those questions to write 3 paragraph response to recieving tshirt making equipment for sports and academic reward.\r\nHere's a polished three‑paragraph response based on the questions you were given, written in a warm, donor‑friendly tone and focused on receiving T‑shirt‑making equipment for sports and academic rewards. You can use this for DonorsChoose, newsletters, or thank‑you updates.\r\n\r\nWhen our new T‑shirt‑making equipment arrived, my students could hardly believe it was really for them. We immediately began using the materials to support both our sports programs and our academic reward system. One of our first projects was designing shirts for students who demonstrated outstanding effort in PE and in the classroom. Watching students brainstorm designs, choose colors, and learn how the equipment works has already turned into a hands‑on learning experience that blends creativity with school pride.\r\n\r\nThe moment the students first saw the equipment was unforgettable. They crowded around the boxes, asking excited questions and imagining all the possibilities. Several students said they had never used anything like this before, and a few even asked if they could help make shirts for other classes. Their excitement showed just how meaningful it is for them to have tools that make their hard work visible and celebrated. The idea that they could earn a shirt they helped design made the reward feel even more special.\r\n\r\nOur next steps involve expanding the project so students can take more ownership. We're beginning a unit where students create T‑shirt designs tied to personal goals—whether athletic, academic, or behavioral. As they meet those goals, they'll get to print their own shirts using the new equipment. This turns recognition into a process they participate in from start to finish. Thanks to this project, our students are not only motivated to succeed but also learning new skills that connect creativity, responsibility, and achievement. support didn't just add tools to our classroom—it opened doors for confidence, creativity, and healthier habits. Thank you for giving my students opportunities they're genuinely excited about.","fullyFundedDate":1760065264802,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-unmotivated-inner-city-kids-head/9604179/","projectTitle":"Keeping Unmotivated Inner City Kids Headed in the Right Direction!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Duncan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3460098_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1454975834049","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3460098"},{"teacherId":9285843,"projectId":9464300,"letterContent":"It's been a tough start to the year but it just makes us extra thankful for your donations to our project. We had funds on hold as future funding was looking like it was to be slashed. Donors came through again to help us get started and helped create the excitement needed to get students engaged. \r\n\r\nWith middle schoolers they are learning to navigate how to be more responsible and having bins for their own supplies has helped them work on those skills. \r\n\r\nWe have been able to do some fun science experiments while keeping everyone's eyes safe.","fullyFundedDate":1758973748870,"projectUrl":"project/create-excitement-for-a-new-year/9464300/","projectTitle":"Create Excitement for a New Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zuza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9285843_orig.jpg?crop=1711,1711,x0,y273&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699380940461","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9285843"},{"teacherId":10238934,"projectId":9676408,"letterContent":"Self regulation tools have added an extra level of focus and excitement. Having items to fidget with while they work has increased productivity and focus. More work is being completed. There are less distractions. It's made quite the difference in behavior as well. Students love to pick out their favorite color, pass around the basket. 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