{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Yough Intermediate Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":24.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6853551,"projectId":10711392,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making this project possible for my sixth-grade students! Your generosity has helped us create a classroom environment where students can feel cared for, build healthy habits, and focus on learning.\r\n\r\nWe will use the nutritious snacks to help students when they need a little extra fuel during the school day. Personal-care supplies will give students access to essential items that help them feel comfortable and confident, while cleaning supplies will help us maintain a clean and welcoming classroom. These resources remind students that taking care of their bodies and their environment is an important part of taking care of themselves.\r\n\r\nMy students are excited to have these resources available in our classroom! Having access to these everyday essentials helps create a supportive environment where students can focus more on learning and less on distractions. I want every student to know that their well-being matters and that they have a classroom community that supports them.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through sixth grade, we will focus on building independence, practicing healthy habits, and developing the skills needed for academic success. Whether students are working through a challenging math problem, participating in a class discussion, or collaborating on a group project, my goal is for them to feel prepared and ready to do their best.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping us build a healthier learning environment. Your kindness goes beyond providing supplies; you are helping create opportunities for students to feel supported, grow in confidence, and reach their potential. We are truly grateful for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1791120634384,"projectUrl":"project/nourished-healthy-and-ready-to-learn/10711392/","projectTitle":"Nourished, Healthy, and Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lawrence","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6853551_orig.jpg?crop=340,340,x40,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1569865122401","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mummies"},{"teacherId":4189770,"projectId":10665627,"letterContent":"Our MathIXL books and pencil sharpener have arrived, and the students have already begun putting them to use! They are super excited to have these materials in their hands and to have new opportunities to practice their math skills on paper.\r\n\r\nThe MathIXL workbooks will be a wonderful resource to support our math curriculum, strengthen problem-solving skills, and help students build confidence as they work toward their learning goals. The pencil sharpener may seem like a small addition, but having the supplies we need readily available makes a big difference in our classroom!\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students, I extend our heartfelt thanks to donors like you for supporting public education and helping us reach our educational goals. Your generosity provides more than just classroom materials—it shows our students that people in their community believe in them and want to see them succeed.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a positive difference in our classroom and helping our students learn, grow, and thrive! We truly appreciate your kindness and support.","fullyFundedDate":1790807479344,"projectUrl":"project/putting-math-in-your-hands/10665627/","projectTitle":"Putting Math in Your Hands","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pergola","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4189770_orig.jpg?crop=1031,1031,x603,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693418691747","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4189770"},{"teacherId":7821738,"projectId":10448678,"letterContent":"My students have been putting the new Remo drums to work in our music classroom through hands-on drumming activities and ensemble performances. Having additional quality drums has allowed more students to play at the same time instead of waiting for an instrument to become available. Students have been learning rhythms from different musical traditions, practicing steady beat and rhythmic accuracy, and working together to create complete musical performances.\r\n\r\nThe students were especially excited to see the new drums arrive because they could immediately see how they would change our classroom. More students can now participate actively, rather than watching from the sidelines. As we continue our drumming units, students are working toward performing increasingly complex rhythms as an ensemble. These drums have helped make our classroom more collaborative, energetic, and accessible while giving students a meaningful way to experience music through performance.","fullyFundedDate":1787320750670,"projectUrl":"project/rhythms-around-the-world/10448678/","projectTitle":"Rhythms Around the World","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Scheiber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7821738_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1780668761431","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7821738"},{"teacherId":9893031,"projectId":10042701,"letterContent":"The supplies from this project did not translate to an immediate \"wow\" moment within my classroom. This project was more personable to the students and their individual needs. I created a \"care cupboard\" in my classroom stocked with deodorant, chapstick, feminine care products, snacks, drinks, and other personal care items to support students and their basic needs. With this, I am able to provide for students in smaller ways, but in a way that is impactful to them. \r\n\r\nI made students aware of the products and explained that they could access them at any time. The snacks were put to good use at the end of last school year, and the personal care items are still being used by the new class this year. I am grateful that I am able to have this area in my classroom to meet the needs of my students, so that they can flourish in the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768862851937,"projectUrl":"project/personal-care-closet/10042701/","projectTitle":"Personal Care Closet","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Turkovich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9893031_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y256&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737425056793","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9893031"},{"teacherId":4189817,"projectId":10624225,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful to our generous donors for supporting our Vivid Vocabulary classroom project through DonorsChoose! Your contributions allowed us to purchase notecards, hole punchers, cursive writing books, and other valuable classroom materials for our 6th grade students. These resources provide our students with hands-on opportunities to practice vocabulary, strengthen their writing skills, and become more confident and independent learners. Having access to the right materials makes a meaningful difference in our classroom each day.\r\n\r\n Because of your generosity, our students now have engaging resources that help make learning more interactive and enjoyable. The cursive writing books give students an opportunity to develop an important writing skill, while the notecards and other supplies allow us to create vocabulary activities, review lessons, and organize learning in creative ways. Thank you for investing in our students and helping us create a classroom where every learner has the tools they need to succeed. Your support truly makes a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1789565603904,"projectUrl":"project/vivid-vocab/10624225/","projectTitle":"Vivid Vocab","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Firmstone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4189817_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1484322290156","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4189817"},{"teacherId":4189817,"projectId":10592048,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous contribution to our 6th grade classroom! Your support helps make engaging STEM activities possible for our students, giving them opportunities to explore, create, problem-solve, and learn in hands-on ways. Because of your generosity, our students are able to experience learning that goes beyond the traditional classroom and inspires curiosity, teamwork, and a love of discovery.\r\n\r\n Your contribution also helps provide snacks for our students during the school day and for those who participate in after-school tutoring. These simple acts of support make a meaningful difference by helping our students feel cared for, supported, and ready to learn. Thank you for investing in our students and helping us create a positive learning environment where every child has the opportunity to succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1789048491389,"projectUrl":"project/stem-and-a-snack/10592048/","projectTitle":"Stem and a Snack","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Firmstone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4189817_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1484322290156","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4189817"},{"teacherId":7786309,"projectId":10711280,"letterContent":"Dear Tepper Foundation, \r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your support. Our kids are awesome, and we love having them in class! However, there are often times barriers for our kids to do and be their best. Hunger and hygiene are two of those boundaries. \r\n\r\nYour contribution provided much-needed snacks, hygiene items, and cleanliness items that directly respond to these barriers. For many middle school students, having access to basic necessities can make a meaningful different in their ability to feel comfortable and ready to learn. Additionally, your generosity shows our students that they matter and that there is a community that cares about them. \r\n\r\nOur kiddos are thrilled to know that hunger and hygiene will not be an issue for them to learn. We are incredibly thankful for your investment and assistance. Thank you for making such a positive impact on our school!","fullyFundedDate":1791038861757,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-kids-to-success/10711280/","projectTitle":"Fueling Kids to Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zora","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7786309_orig.png?crop=1206,1205,x0,y192&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694443483032","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/yimszora"},{"teacherId":3438173,"projectId":10140569,"letterContent":"These books have caused a great deal of excitement among my students! I cannot express the joy it gives me to watch students argue over who gets to read which book first! There is nothing like a new book--the thrill of a new adventure opening itself to you. The only feeling that surpasses it is watching my students feel the same enthusiasm. \r\n\r\n Your kind donations have made this possible and my students and I are so truly grateful. Being a teacher can be difficult. We see the needs of our students but we simply can't fulfill all of them ourselves. We want to, but an individual an only do so much. This community makes so much more possible!\r\n\r\nThank you from the bottom of my heart for all you have done and continue to do for students and teachers!","fullyFundedDate":1778505067048,"projectUrl":"project/were-all-booked/10140569/","projectTitle":"We're All Booked!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lyons","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3438173_orig.jpg?crop=426,426,x20,y46&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773773716066","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3438173"},{"teacherId":10219589,"projectId":10529742,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom library and helping me give my students more books to choose from! Since adding these new titles, I have been excited to see students actually looking through the shelves, picking up books, and finding stories that catch their attention. Having more high-interest books has made it easier for students to find something that feels like it was chosen with them in mind.\r\n\r\nOne of the biggest goals of this project was to give students more options during free time, quiet work, and other times when they would normally reach for technology. The new books have helped make reading a more inviting choice. I have also been especially happy to add titles that appeal to a wider range of students, including books that I hoped would catch the attention of some of my middle school boys who had not found as many books that interested them in our original collection.\r\n\r\nMy classroom library is still growing, but I can already see how important it is to give students access to books they genuinely want to read. I hope these books become the ones students recommend to their friends, pick up when they have a few extra minutes, and remember as books they enjoyed reading in science class.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping me create a classroom library that is more than just a shelf of books. You have helped me create a place where my students can discover new stories, take a break from a screen, and find something they actually want to read.","fullyFundedDate":1788988236132,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-library-students-want-to-read/10529742/","projectTitle":"Building a Library Students Want to Read","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Berestecki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10219589_orig.jpg?crop=493,493,x30,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756343068302","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/azzia-berestecki"},{"teacherId":9278401,"projectId":9961961,"letterContent":"My students are using the new resources to help create and operate our student-led coffee business, the Cougar Coffee Cart. This project gives students the opportunity to experience what it is like to run a business while developing important skills such as communication, teamwork, organization, problem-solving, and money management. Students take on different responsibilities, including preparing orders, interacting with customers, keeping track of supplies, handling money, and promoting the business. One of my favorite moments is watching students work together during a busy coffee cart day. They quickly learn that every job is important and that the success of the business depends on everyone doing their part.\r\n\r\nThe students were excited to unbox the new materials because they immediately understood that these resources were going to help their coffee business. They were eager to get started and begin taking on responsibilities. For many students, having the opportunity to create something that will actually be used by members of our school community makes learning much more meaningful. \r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue developing and improving the Cougar Coffee Cart. Students will evaluate how the business is operating, determine which products are popular, monitor inventory, practice customer service, and learn more about budgeting and making responsible financial decisions. As the project continues, I hope students see that the skills they are learning are skills they can use far beyond the classroom. This project gives students a chance to learn by doing, and I am excited to watch their confidence grow as they take greater ownership of the business.","fullyFundedDate":1776284040079,"projectUrl":"project/brewing-success-a-student-run-coffee-bu/9961961/","projectTitle":"Brewing Success: A Student-Run Coffee Business","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. HENRY","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9278401_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696294108852","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9278401"},{"teacherId":10219589,"projectId":10524366,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my students and helping me replenish our classroom snack supply! It took a little while for the CHOMPS meat sticks to arrive, but even before they came in, my students were already excited about the idea of having snacks available in our classroom. They were eager to see what would be available and quickly understood that this was another resource they could turn to when they needed it.\r\n\r\nOne of the things that has surprised my students the most is finding out that they can simply ask me for a snack. Many of them are shocked when they realize they do not have to pay for it or explain why they need one. I want asking for a snack to feel normal and comfortable rather than embarrassing. Sometimes students are hungry because they did not have time to eat breakfast, had a long morning, or simply need a little extra fuel to get through the school day.\r\n\r\nWhat has made this work so well is the mutual respect between my students and me. I trust them to take what they need, and they understand that this opportunity is something we want to maintain for everyone. Because of that trust, students have not abused the resource. They are respectful of the snacks and understand that I want to continue making them available to their classmates.\r\n\r\nI am so grateful to be able to provide this small but meaningful support for my students. I hope to continue keeping our snack supply stocked so that my kiddos know they have a place they can come when they need a little extra fuel, support, or care. Thank you for helping me make that possible!","fullyFundedDate":1787237531140,"projectUrl":"project/a-little-fuel-for-a-full-day/10524366/","projectTitle":"A Little Fuel for a Full Day","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Berestecki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10219589_orig.jpg?crop=493,493,x30,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756343068302","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/azzia-berestecki"},{"teacherId":10219589,"projectId":10242521,"letterContent":"Thank you again for supporting my students and our classroom through this project! The new calculators have already made a noticeable difference. My students now have reliable calculators available in our classroom, and they no longer have to worry about dead batteries, worn-down buttons, or trying to figure out how to use calculators that are difficult to read or operate. They are able to grab a calculator and get right to work without the frustration we experienced with our old set.\r\n\r\nI have also taken the extra step of individually labeling each calculator so that we can keep track of them and maintain this resource for years to come. My goal is for these calculators to remain in our classroom so that students can continue using them year after year. I want the students who use them now, as well as future students who come through my classroom, to always have access to reliable calculators when they need them.\r\n\r\nHaving this consistent resource has also given my students more familiarity and confidence with the calculators they use for their daily work. Instead of having to borrow calculators or wonder whether there will be enough available, they know that the tools they need are right here in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping me turn a need into a resource that my students can continue benefiting from for years to come. 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