{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Guinyard - Butler Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":37.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9774206,"projectId":10509415,"letterContent":"A sensory garden at a school provides an outdoor space that is therapeutically designed to stimulate sight, sound, smell, touch, and movement through plants and interactive elements. It will offer a peaceful location that will help to lower anxiety and frustration. Students will be able to manage their emotions better and reset them outside of the normal classroom setting. \r\nA sensory garden is a location that allows for exposure to nature. Nature helps to boost the mood of individuals. A sensory garden is created in a manner that will allow every child to experience the wonderful effects of the garden. \r\nSensory gardens allow students to experience different textures, sounds, and more. Students are able to use their sense of touch and hearing in the garden. They are able to touch certain items and listen to the sounds that are created by nature and the wind chimes. Visually they can see the different colors of the flours and the colorful art that is located in the garden. They can even use their sense of taste for items grown in the garden (strawberries, broccoli). \r\n\r\nThank you so much for helping us create this garden.","fullyFundedDate":1787167955711,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-garden/10509415/","projectTitle":"Sensory Garden","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hutto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9774206_orig.jpg?crop=1200,1200,x0,y200&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739564368391","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9774206"},{"teacherId":10495653,"projectId":10266072,"letterContent":"We are so thankful for your generous support through DonorsChoose! Because of your donations, our students now have a new water hose, composter, irrigation system, and raised garden beds. These resources are giving our students valuable hands on learning experiences and opportunities to see agriculture come to life.\r\n\r\nOur students have already gotten to work putting the raised beds and composter together, working as a team and taking ownership of the project. These experiences help our students build responsibility, teamwork, problem solving skills, and a deeper appreciation for agriculture and sustainability. Thank you for investing in our students and helping us create opportunities that they will remember for years to come. Your support truly makes a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1778177348205,"projectUrl":"project/planting-the-future-at-gbms/10266072/","projectTitle":"Planting the Future at GBMS","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Myrick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10495653"},{"teacherId":9774206,"projectId":10221724,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous contribution we were able to receive the supplies necessary for my students end of the school year projects. My students enjoyed making their end of the school year projects and were so happy that they could print them off and share them with their families and friends. \r\nBecause of your support, my students had access to a printer with ink to print their projects out and also had colored paper to print it on. This had a direct results in that that all of my students completed their projects in a timely manner. \r\nHere is what your gift made possible:\r\nMy students have gained self confidence, displayed ownership and improved their communication skills through this project. \r\nThank you again for believing in my students and making this project a reality. We could not have done this without you!","fullyFundedDate":1778227131579,"projectUrl":"project/end-of-year-project-needs/10221724/","projectTitle":"End of Year Project Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hutto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9774206_orig.jpg?crop=1200,1200,x0,y200&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739564368391","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9774206"},{"teacherId":10278236,"projectId":9769720,"letterContent":"We are truly grateful for the opportunity you have given our classroom through your generous support of our project, \"Colored and Engaging Activity.\" Your donation has made a meaningful difference in our students' learning experience. Because of your support, we were able to use the printer in a timely and effective way. This was especially important as our students prepared for their science fair projects. The printer allowed students to produce clear, colorful, and organized outputs that showcased their hard work, creativity, and understanding of scientific concepts.\r\n\r\nWith your help, we successfully completed and printed all of our science fair projects. Students felt proud and confident presenting their work, knowing it looked professional and well-prepared. This experience not only enhanced their learning but also boosted their motivation and excitement for science.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this possible. Your kindness and generosity have truly supported our students' success and growth.","fullyFundedDate":1767116295871,"projectUrl":"project/colored-and-engaging-activity/9769720/","projectTitle":"Colored and Engaging Activity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mama","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10278236_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y486&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786730882738","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10278236"},{"teacherId":9774206,"projectId":9809092,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in supporting my project for my special education classroom. Your kindness has made a difference in my classroom, and I wanted to share the amazing impact your donation has had on my students.\r\nBefore receiving my supplies, I was purchasing pencils, paper, and other items weekly out of my pocket and that can get really expensive at times. The purchase of the paper, pencils, and folders helps the students with their daily lessons while they are being taught and practicing on their IEP goals. My students know where the extra paper, pencils, and folders are located in my room and they take advantage of it daily. The jelly fish lava lamp and the dual monitor has been a real attention getter in my classroom. The jelly fish lava lamp helps to calm down one of my students that has anxiety really bad. She will take deep breaths while watching the jelly fish and she is able to regain her composure and then she returns to work station. The dual monitor screen helps when the students are doing research and completing a report. They are currently using it to research information for their science fair project.\r\n \r\nOne student, Nahla, told me, \"I'm glad you got the jelly fish lamp because now I don't feel like my classmates are staring at me constantly while I am trying to calm down\". Nahla is my student with anxiety issues. \r\n\r\nThe results speak for themselves: my students have the supplies necessary for them access and progress in their curriculum and with their behavior/health issues. Thank you for helping us achieve this success and for believing in our potential!","fullyFundedDate":1764792584638,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-supplies/9809092/","projectTitle":"Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hutto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9774206_orig.jpg?crop=1200,1200,x0,y200&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739564368391","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9774206"},{"teacherId":10266143,"projectId":9720802,"letterContent":"There are countless moments when the students that I serve are often times tucked away and forgotten about in the realm of education. As a special education teacher in rural South Carolina, this project gave my students an opportunity to be creative with the supplies that were donated. Thank You!! Additionally, this project gave my students an opportunity to interact with other students that they would not normally see throughout the school day. My students crave social interaction and just a sense of belonging, so the Hats Off Hat Bar was the perfect opportunity for this to happen for us. Students around campus would work alongside a group of no more than 3 students from my class selecting patches and an assortment of hats, which are then personalized using a heat press (i.e. The heat press is dangerous and only an adult was allowed to physically heat press all patches onto hats). The peer interaction was amazing; conversation, laughter, creating, just to name a few. The patches that were selected tell a story, and potentially created life-long memories well after their scholastic careers are complete. Donors, you made this possible. Its because of you and your kindness that my special needs were able to do something fun alongside peers that they will remember forever.","fullyFundedDate":1760183108394,"projectUrl":"project/hats-off-to-creativity-hat-bar-for-spec/9720802/","projectTitle":"Hats Off to Creativity: Hat Bar for Special Needs Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Washington","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10266143_orig.jpg?crop=1464,1464,x27,y317&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758116319699","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10266143"},{"teacherId":10083229,"projectId":9628408,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for your incredible generosity in fully funding this classroom snack project! Your support brought in simple treats that made a huge difference for my students every single day.\r\n\r\nBy mid-morning (or afternoon), most kids find it tough to stay focused during lessons, group work, or even just sitting still. Thanks to you, these snacks have come in handy to help them with that empty feeling. The change was noticeable: students were more alert and engaged. Fruit snacks became a quick reward after finishing assignments, and the chips disappeared the fastest. \r\n\r\nThese snacks weren't just food—they were a small way to show our students they're valued and supported, so they can focus on growing, learning, and enjoying being here. You've brought smiles, energy, and a little extra joy to our days, and we are so grateful for donors like you.","fullyFundedDate":1757022487993,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-minds-and-bodies/9628408/","projectTitle":"Fueling Minds and Bodies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tummala","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10083229"},{"teacherId":9774206,"projectId":9492018,"letterContent":"I would like to express my deepest gratitude for your generous support. I was thrilled to receive the news that the \"Support the Athletes!\" project was fully funded, and I can't wait to share with you the impact it is already having on the students at my school. Before receiving these materials, some students would not have a drink or snack to eat or drink during their after school sports practice. The students have lunch early in the morning and by the time they go to their afterschool sport practice, they are thirsty and hungry. The drinks and snacks will give them energy to get through their practice session. Your support provided the students with the snacks and drink mix and it is greatly appreciated. \r\nThis project has had a significant impact on their energy level for their sports practices. \r\n There are so students that do not have the funds at home to purchase extra snacks and drinks for practice. The funding has truly helped them mentally and emotionally because they can all have a snack and drink for practice and not feel ashamed or low on energy. \r\nThank you again for your incredible generosity. Your contribution has directly helped to create more engaging and energic students during their practice time for their chosen sport. My students and myself feel so blessed to be part of a community that values public education as much as you do.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\n\r\nTeresa Hutto\r\nSpecial Education Teacher\r\nGuinyard Butler Middle School","fullyFundedDate":1763137865444,"projectUrl":"project/support-the-athletes/9492018/","projectTitle":"Support The Athletes","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hutto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9774206_orig.jpg?crop=1200,1200,x0,y200&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739564368391","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9774206"},{"teacherId":8851828,"projectId":9268659,"letterContent":"Because of your generous heart and holiday spirit, Santa's Little Helpers brought joy, warmth, and wonder to children across our community this Christmas. Your donation helped fill stockings, wrap surprises, and light up little faces with smiles that said it all — magic is real, and kindness makes it shine.\r\n\r\nTogether, we collected all the gifts and those reached 17 children, each one feeling seen, celebrated, and cherished. Whether it was a cuddly teddy bear, a set of building blocks, or a cozy winter coat, your gift made a difference.\r\n\r\nFrom all of us at in my class, thank you for being part of this joyful tradition. You didn't just give a present — you gave presence, hope, and love.\r\n\r\nWishing you a season full of peace, laughter, and the same joy you helped create 💫","fullyFundedDate":1754097354828,"projectUrl":"project/santas-little-helpers-christmas-gift-d/9268659/","projectTitle":"Santa’s Little Helpers: Christmas Gift Drive for Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hannah Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8851828_orig.jpg?crop=185,185,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733336832325","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8851828"},{"teacherId":5261744,"projectId":9209910,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting the literacy program at my school! Because of your generosity, the students at my school have access to high quality literature to read. I have established a book club called PageTurners that meets weekly at lunch. The students have started reading the books and are having great discussions about the books. They are learning to collaborate but also practicing skills that will benefit them personally and professionally in the future. Students are practicing listening to each other and and discussion etiquette. But the best part is the joy they are getting from reading together. At each meeting, when we have exhausted the conversation, they say let's read and so we read together. Thank you so much for supporting literacy and ensuring that our students have the materials they need to grow as readers and be successful!","fullyFundedDate":1746787128999,"projectUrl":"project/jr-book-award-book-club/9209910/","projectTitle":"Jr. Book Award Book Club","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Peters","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5261744_orig.jpg?crop=1170,1170,x0,y292&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723658357815","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-peters"},{"teacherId":8851828,"projectId":9537607,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students are exploring STEM with curiosity, movement, and joy. Your support brings hands-on materials, inclusive activities, and sensory-rich experiences into our classroom—making STEM accessible for every learner. Whether we're building, coding, or creating, your gift helps neurodiverse students engage deeply, think critically, and move confidently through each challenge. You've made our classroom a place where all minds and feet are in motion—and we're so grateful for the difference you've made!","fullyFundedDate":1757423278742,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-minds-and-moving-feet-stem-for/9537607/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Minds and Moving Feet: STEM for All","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hannah Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8851828_orig.jpg?crop=185,185,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733336832325","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8851828"},{"teacherId":8851828,"projectId":9281747,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of From Chaos to Clarity: Visual Tools for Student Success. Your gift is helping transform our classroom into a space where every learner can navigate their day with confidence, independence, and joy.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, we've been able to introduce visual supports that bring structure to our routines, clarity to expectations, and calm to moments that once felt overwhelming. These tools aren't just helpful—they're essential for many of our students who thrive with visual cues, predictable systems, and sensory-friendly design.\r\n\r\nYour kindness is making a tangible difference in how our students engage, communicate, and succeed. You've helped us turn a vision of inclusive education into a reality, and we're deeply grateful.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMs. Hannah Johnson","fullyFundedDate":1757701931691,"projectUrl":"project/support-special-education-math-and-read/9281747/","projectTitle":"Support Special Education: Math and Reading Resources for Every Child","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hannah Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8851828_orig.jpg?crop=185,185,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733336832325","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8851828"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_6675","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":321,"numTeachers":24,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":42,"percentWhite":42,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":7,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":5,"gradesServed":"7 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"13.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":62.1,"schoolId":6675,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Guinyard - Butler Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Guinyard - Butler Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/south-carolina/barnwell-county-school-district/guinyard-butler-middle-school/6675"}