{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"South Mountain Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":28.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3525676,"projectId":10520362,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in funding our project, \"Stock our Classroom: Supplies for Learning Creating and growing \" when the boxes arrived the atmosphere was filled with pure joy. Their eyes lit up as we unpacked each item-- from vibrant markers, crayons, colored pencils to the new sharpeners pencils anchor charts storage containers, tissues and sweet treats. Having brand new supplies nearly organized in our classroom made them feel deeply valued and excited to learn. \r\nThese materials have already made a powerful impact on our daily activities and school community. Most recent they used the supplies for our school-wide anti bullying initiative \"Stomping out Bullying.\"Thanks to your support, every child expressed their voice through colorful artwork and thoughtful messages. Meanwhile our anchor charts now display key learning concepts serving as a daily reminder. \r\nLooking ahead we are excited to keep this momentum going as we integrate these resources into upcoming cross-curricular projects. In our next steps, students will continue to use these supplies to write personal narratives and add images. We are super excited!! Thank you again for your kindness!!","fullyFundedDate":1790180458599,"projectUrl":"project/stock-our-classroom-supplies-for-learni/10520362/","projectTitle":"Stock Our Classroom: Supplies for Learning, Creating & Growing","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McGough","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3525676_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1471302079276","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3525676"},{"teacherId":6710426,"projectId":10723577,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for supporting our \"Snacks for Success!\" project! Your kindness has made a tremendous difference for our students at South Mountain Middle School. Many of our students face challenges outside of school, and having access to snacks helps them stay focused, energized, and ready to learn. Your donations have also helped fuel our student-athletes before practices and games.\r\n\r\nThe excitement and gratitude our students showed when they received the snacks were truly heartwarming. For many, these snacks are more than just food. They are a reminder that someone cares about their well-being and believes in their success.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue providing snacks to students who need an extra boost throughout the school day and during after-school activities. Your generosity has helped us create a caring and supportive school environment where students can thrive.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a difference, one snack and one student at a time!","fullyFundedDate":1791332039674,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-success/10723577/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jarrah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6710426_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691808322281","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6710426"},{"teacherId":10274302,"projectId":10720501,"letterContent":"The microwavable meals we received are being used to support students and families experiencing housing insecurity, including those living in hotels or temporary housing without access to a full kitchen. These meals provide a convenient way for families to prepare food with limited resources and help ensure our students have access to nourishing meals outside of school. As a Community School, we strive to remove barriers to learning, and having access to food is an important part of helping students feel supported, cared for, and ready to succeed.\r\n\r\nOur students and families are grateful for resources that help meet their basic needs. For families navigating the challenges of temporary housing, something as simple as having an easy meal available can make a meaningful difference. These supplies allow us to provide practical support to families during a difficult time and remind them that their school community is here for them.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue distributing these meals to students and families who may be experiencing housing insecurity or other food access challenges. We will work to ensure the resources reach those who need them most while continuing to identify additional ways to support our students and families. By addressing basic needs like food and housing stability, we hope to help students focus on their education, build positive relationships, and thrive both inside and outside the classroom.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your donation to make this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1791216022170,"projectUrl":"project/seeking-support-for-studentsfamilies-li/10720501/","projectTitle":"Seeking Support for Students/Families Living in Hotels & Shelters","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10274302_orig.jpg?crop=1280,1280,x320,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758552903477","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10274302"},{"teacherId":9701531,"projectId":10539630,"letterContent":"A Rhythm of Excitement in the Classroom!\r\nThanks to the incredible generosity of our donors, the \"Bang That Drum\" project has officially transformed our music classroom! Here is a little peek into how our students are experiencing their brand-new percussion equipment.\r\n\r\nHow We Are Using the New Resources\r\nRight now, students are using the new percussion instruments to explore rhythm, tempo, and ensemble collaboration through a hands-on unit called \"World Rhythms and Beats.\"\r\n\r\nSpecific Classroom Moment: During a recent lesson on syncopation, instead of just clapping patterns, small groups used the new drums to layer different rhythmic ostinatos (repeating patterns) together.\r\n\r\nThe Result: Students physically felt how interlocking rhythms create a full, harmonious soundscape, instantly connecting abstract musical notation to a dynamic group performance.\r\n\r\nStudent Reactions Upon Seeing the Materials\r\nThe moment the boxes were opened, the classroom erupted into gasps of pure excitement and wide-eyed amazement.\r\n\r\nMany students rushed up to gently touch the polished wooden shells and shiny hardware, whispering, \"Are these really for us?\" and \"They look like professional instruments!\"\r\n\r\nThat initial awe quickly turned into intense focus and pride. Knowing that people they've never even met believed in their musical potential made them treat the equipment with the utmost care and responsibility.\r\n\r\nNext Steps for Our Students\r\nThe learning doesn't stop here! Building on our current rhythm lessons, the next steps for the students include:\r\n\r\nComposition: Working in teams to compose their own original percussion pieces using the instruments they received.\r\n\r\nPeer Teaching: Practicing leadership skills as older students guide younger grade levels in basic percussion techniques.\r\n\r\nThe Grand Finale: Rehearsing for a school showcase where they can finally perform their completed pieces for families, staff, and the wider school community.\r\n\r\nA Note of Thanks: Every beat of these drums echoes your kindness. Thank you for giving our students the tools to find their rhythm and make some serious noise!","fullyFundedDate":1790180459376,"projectUrl":"project/mountie-musician-missing-pieces/10539630/","projectTitle":"Mountie Musician Missing Pieces","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Madaio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9701531_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x40,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1787669131612","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9701531"},{"teacherId":9701531,"projectId":10542114,"letterContent":"A Rhythm of Excitement in the Classroom!\r\nThanks to the incredible generosity of our donors, the \"Bang That Drum\" project has officially transformed our music classroom! Here is a little peek into how our students are experiencing their brand-new percussion equipment.\r\n\r\nHow We Are Using the New Resources\r\nRight now, students are using the new percussion instruments to explore rhythm, tempo, and ensemble collaboration through a hands-on unit called \"World Rhythms and Beats.\"\r\n\r\nSpecific Classroom Moment: During a recent lesson on syncopation, instead of just clapping patterns, small groups used the new drums to layer different rhythmic ostinatos (repeating patterns) together.\r\n\r\nThe Result: Students physically felt how interlocking rhythms create a full, harmonious soundscape, instantly connecting abstract musical notation to a dynamic group performance.\r\n\r\nStudent Reactions Upon Seeing the Materials\r\nThe moment the boxes were opened, the classroom erupted into gasps of pure excitement and wide-eyed amazement.\r\n\r\nMany students rushed up to gently touch the polished wooden shells and shiny hardware, whispering, \"Are these really for us?\" and \"They look like professional instruments!\"\r\n\r\nThat initial awe quickly turned into intense focus and pride. Knowing that people they've never even met believed in their musical potential made them treat the equipment with the utmost care and responsibility.\r\n\r\nNext Steps for Our Students\r\nThe learning doesn't stop here! Building on our current rhythm lessons, the next steps for the students include:\r\n\r\nComposition: Working in teams to compose their own original percussion pieces using the instruments they received.\r\n\r\nPeer Teaching: Practicing leadership skills as older students guide younger grade levels in basic percussion techniques.\r\n\r\nThe Grand Finale: Rehearsing for a school showcase where they can finally perform their completed pieces for families, staff, and the wider school community.\r\n\r\nA Note of Thanks: Every beat of these drums echoes your kindness. Thank you for giving our students the tools to find their rhythm and make some serious noise!","fullyFundedDate":1790180459450,"projectUrl":"project/bang-that-drum/10542114/","projectTitle":"Bang That Drum","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Madaio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9701531_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x40,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1787669131612","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9701531"},{"teacherId":6710426,"projectId":10368410,"letterContent":"Today, our AVID students put \"One Herd, One Climb\" into action through community service, helping clean and care for our school grounds. Thanks to our generous donors, our students were able to refuel afterward with snacks from this project—a small gesture that made a big impact!\r\n\r\nAfter working hard together, students were so excited to grab a snack, sit together, and recharge. It was a wonderful moment of community and a reminder that their hard work is valued and appreciated.\r\n\r\nThese resources will continue to support our AVID students throughout the school year as they learn, serve, collaborate, and prepare for their futures. Our next steps are to continue building a strong AVID community where students take ownership, serve others, stay organized, and understand that small acts of effort can make a big difference.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping make moments like today possible! Your generosity is helping us fuel both their bodies and their goals.","fullyFundedDate":1790180458807,"projectUrl":"project/nourishing-hope-a-project-to-feed-hungr/10368410/","projectTitle":"Nourishing Hope: A Project to Feed Hungry Children","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jarrah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6710426_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691808322281","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6710426"},{"teacherId":3717840,"projectId":10134358,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in equipping our classroom with Logitech digital pencils, Timekettle translation earbuds, and fresh school supplies! While technology at home is often used for casual entertainment, in our classroom it serves as an indispensable tool for interactive learning and open communication. With the digital pencils, my students can bring their ideas to life—drafting creative writing projects, labeling complex diagrams, and mapping out solutions right on their screens. Meanwhile, the translation earbuds have opened up a crucial line of communication for our multilingual learners. They use them to ask me for clarification during independent work, ensuring they always get the help they need without feeling hesitant or overwhelmed by a language barrier. We are very grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1782840924009,"projectUrl":"project/hearing-the-heart-not-just-the-words/10134358/","projectTitle":"Hearing the Heart, Not Just the Words","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McEnroe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3717840_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726005039781","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missmcenroe"},{"teacherId":3717840,"projectId":10134157,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in providing our classroom with the Logitech digital pencils, Timekettle translation earbuds, and essential school supplies! In a modern classroom, technology goes far beyond entertainment; it serves as a vital bridge for active learning and everyday communication. While the digital pencils allow students to solve math problems step-by-step and sketch out ideas on screen, the Timekettle earbuds have fundamentally changed how our English Language Learners engage with school. They use these earbuds to directly communicate with me and ask for help whenever they get stuck on a lesson, eliminating the fear of not being understood and ensuring no student falls behind due to a language barrier. Thank you for your help! We are very grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1778953421552,"projectUrl":"project/hear-me-understand-me-breaking-the-la/10134157/","projectTitle":"Hear Me, Understand Me: Breaking the Language Barrier in ELD","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McEnroe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3717840_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726005039781","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missmcenroe"},{"teacherId":9701531,"projectId":10502583,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donations to the SMMS Music Department. Because of these donations, the students are able to perform on their string instruments with proper posture and technique. They are no longer saying how much pain their upper back is in from hunching over because of the support that the shoulder rests that YOU donated. Thank you for providing this relief and supporting proper instrument perofmrnace and music education. \r\nSimilarly, with the pegboard and hooks, the percussion equiptment is being installed onto the walls so that it is visible to the entire section, but also visible for teacher check in and matinence to order new mallets etc. It also teaches those students responsibility in that they must know where each item belongs and return it when done. Thank you for providing cleanliness and organization to the back of our classroom. Without this donation, the equiptment lived in filing cabinets which is unsafe for students and the instruments.","fullyFundedDate":1787320748624,"projectUrl":"project/materials-for-the-mountain-musicians/10502583/","projectTitle":"Materials for the Mountain Musicians","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Madaio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9701531_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x40,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1787669131612","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9701531"},{"teacherId":9939395,"projectId":9927363,"letterContent":"The \"little items\" that you donated are indeed making a \"big difference!\" The students were so excited the day our supplies arrived. There was more than enough for everyone, and almost all my students took advantage of the chance to level-up their existing binders with new pencils, pencil cases, and pencil sharpeners. \r\nI am so excited to be able to help my students build good study and organization habits. I still hear the phrase \"Miss, do you have a pencil?\" every so often, but now I am able to reply \"Yes- its already in the pencil case in your binder!\" and hear an excited \"Oh yeah! I forgot!\" in response. If you aren't in a classroom, you might not understand the impact of these basic supplies, but we are regaining so many lost instructional minutes thanks to these items! Additionally, students are gaining confidence and building agency that will serve them well after they leave my classroom. \r\nThank you again for your support of me and my students. We truly appreciate it!","fullyFundedDate":1768934533311,"projectUrl":"project/little-items-to-make-a-big-difference/9927363/","projectTitle":"Little Items to Make a Big Difference","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arington","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9939395_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x512,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741636049441","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9939395"},{"teacherId":10274302,"projectId":9746944,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our snack cart project. Because of you, we have been able to create a meaningful and exciting PBIS incentive that is truly making a difference in our classroom community! :)\r\n\r\nWe are using the snack cart to reward students for positive behavior, effort, and growth. Students earn points and then get to \"shop\" for snacks and drinks, which they receive at lunch. It has quickly become one of the most motivating and positive parts of our school day. I have already seen students encouraging one another to stay focused and make good choices so they can earn points. It has helped create a culture where positive behavior is celebrated and reinforced in a fun, tangible way!\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue connecting our PBIS rewards to both behavioral and academic goals. Students are working on strengthening collaboration, accountability, and responsibility in their classroom projects, and the snack cart gives us an immediate way to celebrate those positive choices. We are excited to keep building on this momentum and watching our students grow both socially and academically.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has brought joy, motivation, and encouragement into our classroom. 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