{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Penn Wood Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":44.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4873722,"projectId":9148514,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our musical theater sound project. Because of your generosity, our students now have access to professional microphones and sound equipment that will help every performer be heard clearly on stage.\r\n\r\nAlthough we have not produced our next show yet, the excitement in our classroom and theater department is already growing. Students are eager to learn how to use the new equipment and to see how it will enhance our performances. They are taking pride in knowing that their hard work will be supported by high-quality tools that make their voices shine.\r\n\r\nYour donation will not only improve our future productions but will also give students valuable hands-on experience with sound technology. We are deeply grateful for your support in helping us create performances that inspire our school and community.","fullyFundedDate":1746787415432,"projectUrl":"project/can-you-hear-me-now/9148514/","projectTitle":"Can You Hear Me Now?","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maxwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4873722_orig.jpg?crop=827,827,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603858184572","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/williampenn"},{"teacherId":4873722,"projectId":9761132,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of our classroom wellness project. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in my students' daily lives.\r\n\r\nIn my classroom, learning goes beyond academics. It is about creating a space where every student feels safe, cared for, and valued. Many of my middle schoolers face challenges outside of school that can affect their confidence and focus in class. Because of your donation, my students now have access to basic hygiene items and healthy snacks that help them feel comfortable and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThe body wipes, deodorant, pads, Clorox wipes, hand sanitizer, and snacks you helped provide are already making an impact. Students can quietly take what they need without feeling embarrassed, and they can return to learning with a sense of dignity and confidence. Having these supplies also helps us maintain a clean and healthy classroom environment where everyone can focus on doing their best.\r\n\r\nYour support reminds my students that there are people who truly care about their well-being and success. It shows them that kindness exists beyond our classroom walls and that their needs matter. Thank you for helping us build a learning environment filled with respect, compassion, and opportunity.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1758852786088,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-students-wellness-and-readin/9761132/","projectTitle":"Supporting Students’ Wellness and Readiness to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maxwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4873722_orig.jpg?crop=827,827,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603858184572","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/williampenn"},{"teacherId":4873722,"projectId":9487087,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this project. When the materials arrived, my students were so excited that they came in during their lunch and even stayed after school to help put the mailboxes together. Their enthusiasm showed just how much these resources mean to them.\r\nThe new organizers have already made a big difference in keeping our classroom structured and clutter-free. Each student now has a designated spot for their materials, which has helped transitions run more smoothly and allowed us to spend more time on meaningful math learning. The magnetic strips and hooks are also giving students easier access to manipulatives and supplies, making hands-on activities more efficient and engaging.\r\nWith your support, our classroom has become a more organized and student-friendly space where learners can stay focused and feel proud of their contributions. Thank you for helping us build a strong foundation for success.","fullyFundedDate":1757961308814,"projectUrl":"project/put-your-math-book-away/9487087/","projectTitle":"Put Your Math Book Away","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maxwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4873722_orig.jpg?crop=827,827,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603858184572","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/williampenn"},{"teacherId":4873722,"projectId":9494910,"letterContent":"Ahoy!\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our SpongeBob-themed Thinking Classroom is a success. Students walk in excited to learn, eager to collaborate, and ready to take on challenges together. The puff lights and jellyfish have transformed the room into a space that feels creative and inviting, while the classroom essentials keep us organized and focused.\r\nIt has been amazing to see students not only working hard but also enjoying math in an environment that feels special. As SpongeBob would say, we are having the best day ever (every day)thanks to you.\r\nWe are truly grateful for your support in helping us build a classroom where students feel empowered to think deeply and learn with joy.","fullyFundedDate":1755918886340,"projectUrl":"project/is-this-math-class-no-this-is-patrick/9494910/","projectTitle":"Is This Math Class? No, This Is Patrick!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maxwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4873722_orig.jpg?crop=827,827,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603858184572","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/williampenn"},{"teacherId":4873722,"projectId":7365975,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom Cricut machine! Over the past few years, this tool has become a creative powerhouse in our school community.\r\n\r\nFrom designing custom shirts and costumes for student productions to crafting manipulatives that bring math concepts to life, the Cricut has added excitement, creativity, and hands-on engagement to our learning environment. It's helped us transform our classroom space with fun, student-centered decorations and allowed us to personalize projects in ways we never could before.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our students have been able to take pride in their work. Whether they're performing on stage in handmade costumes or solving equations with tools they helped design. 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You've made it possible for students to focus on their education without the distraction or discomfort that can come from unmet personal needs.\r\n\r\nAlready, we've seen a noticeable shift in how our students carry themselves. With access to items that support their self-care and well-being, they're beginning to take greater pride in their appearance and show more self-assurance in social and academic settings. Your support is helping us build a classroom culture rooted in dignity, courage, and compassion—and for that, we are incredibly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1701626059739,"projectUrl":"project/personal-care-for-calm-confident-coura/8042608/","projectTitle":"Personal Care for Calm, Confident, Courageous Children","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stidmon-Frazier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6703530_orig.jpg?crop=500,500,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699546894970","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6703530"},{"teacherId":5732540,"projectId":8798129,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your generous donation to our classroom! Thanks to you, we now have access to translation devices that are making a world of difference for our English language learners and their families.\r\n\r\n It's also helping families feel more included during school events and conferences, which builds trust and strengthens the home-school connection.\r\n\r\nOne student in particular has blossomed since we began using the device. Once quiet and hesitant to speak in class, he now participates more, answers questions, and even helps peers navigate the technology. It's been a joy to watch his confidence grow!","fullyFundedDate":1728577251173,"projectUrl":"project/listen-up-empowering-students-through/8798129/","projectTitle":"\"Listen Up: Empowering Students Through Audio Resources\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5732540_orig.jpg?crop=449,449,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1590273942680","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5732540"},{"teacherId":9906068,"projectId":9077842,"letterContent":"Our students have been able to do a variety of projects with our supplies! They were very excited to see the supplies and constantly ask to use them!\r\n\r\nThey were able to draw diagrams of body systems. They were able to complete atom models. My class used the supplies to color in cell models. The students were also able to make appreciation cards for our principals for Principals' Appreciation Day! These supplies mean so much and we are truly able to embrace STEAM education! I look forward to using the supplies for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1738785205790,"projectUrl":"project/science-ruleshelp-us-show-that/9077842/","projectTitle":"Science Rules...Help Us Show That!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Biello","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9906068"},{"teacherId":5732540,"projectId":8798472,"letterContent":"We're so grateful for your generous support—because of you, our students now have access to iPads that are transforming the way they learn each day.\r\n\r\nMany of our donors are familiar with using technology at home, but in our classroom, the iPads are so much more than a tool for entertainment—they're a gateway to personalized learning, creativity, and collaboration. Students use the iPads for everything from reading interactive books and practicing math skills to exploring science through virtual experiments. The ability to tailor apps and activities to each student's learning level has made a real difference in keeping everyone engaged and progressing.\r\n\r\nWhat really excites the students is how hands-on and interactive their learning has become. They love being able to create their own presentations, videos, and artwork directly on the device. For many, it's their first time feeling like creators—not just consumers—of technology.\r\n\r\nOne student in particular, who used to shy away from reading assignments, has found new confidence using a literacy app that lets them read along at their own pace with audio support. Another student who struggles with attention has really connected with a focus timer app that helps them manage tasks independently.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, learning feels more modern, inclusive, and exciting. We can't thank you enough for helping bring this technology into our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1727486345549,"projectUrl":"project/tech-for-talk-bridging-language-barrier/8798472/","projectTitle":"Tech for Talk: Bridging Language Barriers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5732540_orig.jpg?crop=449,449,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1590273942680","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5732540"},{"teacherId":4873722,"projectId":9062244,"letterContent":"I am thrilled to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous contribution to our musical theater project. Thanks to your support, our students had the incredible opportunity to engage with professional-grade equipment, and they learned firsthand how technology, engineering, and the arts can come together to create magic on stage.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, we were able to equip our students with Sennheiser Wireless Microphones, tablets, speakers, and other essential gear. This not only enhanced their experience but allowed them to truly dive into the world of sound engineering and music technology. During rehearsals, students worked hands-on to experiment with sound mixing, volume control, and the science of circuits. They also learned valuable lessons about the technical aspects of theater, from mic drops to ensuring equipment was connected and ready for the performance.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has provided them with a unique, STEAM-based learning experience that blended science, math, art, and technology in a way that's both practical and inspiring. These skills will resonate with them long after the final curtain falls, and I believe this glimpse into sound engineering may even spark future careers in this exciting field.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making this experience possible. You've helped create an unforgettable opportunity for my students, and I am truly grateful for your belief in the power of creative education.","fullyFundedDate":1740315389571,"projectUrl":"project/sound-engineers-in-training/9062244/","projectTitle":"Sound Engineers in Training","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maxwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4873722_orig.jpg?crop=827,827,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603858184572","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/williampenn"},{"teacherId":4873722,"projectId":7433576,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous contribution to my classroom project. Although some time has passed your support has made a tremendous impact on multiple years of students.\r\n\r\nAs I planned for the school year during the summer, I was excited to implement vertical learning spaces inspired by the research in Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics by Peter Liljedahl. With your help, I was able to create an environment where students collaborated, thought critically, and engaged with mathematical concepts in new and exciting ways. The dry erase markers and math manipulatives you've provided have been invaluable tools, allowing my students to work together at whiteboards, problem-solve, and deepen their understanding of math.\r\n\r\nYour donation is an investment in their education and in the development of skills that will benefit them throughout their lives. I truly appreciate your belief in the importance of this project, and I look forward to sharing the success of this classroom initiative with you.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your support. You are making a real difference in the lives of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1690057787223,"projectUrl":"project/never-too-soon-to-get-ready/7433576/","projectTitle":"Never Too Soon to Get Ready","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maxwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4873722_orig.jpg?crop=827,827,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603858184572","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/williampenn"},{"teacherId":4873722,"projectId":7709290,"letterContent":"I want to extend my deepest gratitude to you for your generous support of my Spongebob-themed math classroom project. Thanks to your contribution, my vision of transforming the classroom into Bikini Bottom came to life, and my students were excited to dive into math every day!\r\n\r\nWith the adhesive and decorations you helped fund, my students were greeted by a vibrant, fun environment that not only makes learning math exciting but also brings a sense of joy and adventure to their school day. The Spongebob and math posters, along with the fun accents, created a space where every student felt engaged and enthusiastic about learning.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your kind support and for making this classroom transformation possible. You helped to create an environment that fosters excitement, creativity, and a love for learning!","fullyFundedDate":1697662022857,"projectUrl":"project/is-this-math-class-no-this-is-patrick/7709290/","projectTitle":"Is This Math Class? 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