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We really appreciate having the new sculpting tools and placemats for working with the polymer clay. It is also wonderful to have the toaster oven to bake the pieces when we finish, so we don't have to worry about them getting damaged on the way home. Not only will my students benefit from the materials this year, but we will be able to continue to use them for many years to come!","fullyFundedDate":1761962483383,"projectUrl":"project/mini-masterpieces-polymer-clay-food-scu/9779614/","projectTitle":"Mini Masterpieces: Polymer Clay Food Sculptures","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Buechele","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2377436_orig.png?crop=2700,2700,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754775498404","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2377436"},{"teacherId":2377436,"projectId":9749184,"letterContent":"We are so thankful for your generosity. My students were absolutely thrilled to see the new art supplies arrive, especially the sets of oil pastels. Many of them have never used oil pastels before, so this will be a brand new experience, they are excited to try. They cannot wait to see how the colors blend together and bring their creative ideas to life.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has given them something to look forward to and a chance to experiment, make mistakes, and discover the joy of creating with color. 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We're so grateful for the support and the joy these supplies bring to our art room.","fullyFundedDate":1759614568696,"projectUrl":"project/creative-builders-magnetic-puzzles-and/9778754/","projectTitle":"Creative Builders: Magnetic Puzzles and Blocks for Special Needs Artists","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Buechele","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2377436_orig.png?crop=2700,2700,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754775498404","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2377436"},{"teacherId":2377436,"projectId":9613726,"letterContent":"The new paints and brushes are already inspiring my students in so many ways. With acrylics, glow-in-the-dark paints, palettes, and brushes, they now have the tools to explore color, texture, and light in exciting new projects. The variety of supplies encourages them to experiment and discover creative possibilities they never had before, making each piece more dynamic and personal.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for the support that made this project possible. Having access to such a wide range of materials shows students that their creativity is valued, and it motivates them to take pride in their work. Your generosity helps turn our art room into a place of discovery, joy, and expression—and we cannot thank you enough for the difference you've made.","fullyFundedDate":1758840090950,"projectUrl":"project/mixed-media-masterpieces-part-3/9613726/","projectTitle":"Mixed Media Masterpieces - Part 3","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Buechele","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2377436_orig.png?crop=2700,2700,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754775498404","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2377436"},{"teacherId":2377436,"projectId":9569189,"letterContent":"The new art supplies have already made a big difference in our classroom. With colored pencils, markers, and paint pens, my students now have a variety of tools to bring their ideas to life in ways that were previously impossible. The range of supplies gives them confidence to experiment with blending, layering, and combining techniques, making their mixed media projects more creative and expressive.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your generosity in providing these materials. Having access to quality art supplies demonstrates to students that their work is valued and that others believe in their creativity. Your support not only makes their projects brighter and bolder but also encourages them to take risks and discover new ways of expressing themselves. The impact on their learning and enthusiasm has been incredible, and we cannot thank you enough.","fullyFundedDate":1758797557895,"projectUrl":"project/mixed-media-masterpieces-part-1/9569189/","projectTitle":"Mixed Media Masterpieces - Part 1","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Buechele","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2377436_orig.png?crop=2700,2700,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754775498404","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2377436"},{"teacherId":2377436,"projectId":9724450,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our art room! With dozens of students creating each day, the air can quickly fill with dust from paper, clay, and supplies. Thanks to your generosity, our new HEPA purifier is working hard to keep the air clean and healthy. Students are already breathing easier, staying focused longer, and feeling more comfortable as they work. 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These shorter activities are perfect for keeping them engaged while still building skills like problem-solving, color recognition, and fine motor development. From building with wooden shapes to crafting pumpkins, snowmen, and gingerbread houses, each project will spark joy, imagination, and pride in their accomplishments.","fullyFundedDate":1758840090698,"projectUrl":"project/shape-puzzles-and-creative-crafts-for-sp/9750789/","projectTitle":"Shape Puzzles and Creative Crafts for Special Needs Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Buechele","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2377436_orig.png?crop=2700,2700,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754775498404","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2377436"},{"teacherId":2377436,"projectId":9613988,"letterContent":"I am deeply grateful for this support. Having the right tools not only makes art easier but also more enjoyable. My students will feel the difference right away, and their projects will show it. Your generosity means we can replace frustration with creativity and broken supplies with ones that inspire confidence. \r\n\r\nThese new supplies will make an immediate and lasting difference for my students. Instead of struggling with cracked plastic rulers and markers that smear, they will have tools they can count on. Metal rulers will stay strong through daily use, micron pens will keep lines sharp and clean, and graphite crayons and blending stumps will give students new ways to explore shading and value in their artwork. Circle stencils, triangles, and compasses will also open up fresh opportunities for design projects, helping students create accurate and professional results.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students the chance to work with tools that help them succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1757098436392,"projectUrl":"project/mixed-media-masterpieces-part-4/9613988/","projectTitle":"Mixed Media Masterpieces - Part 4","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Buechele","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2377436_orig.png?crop=2700,2700,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754775498404","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2377436"},{"teacherId":2377436,"projectId":9568896,"letterContent":"My students are very excited about the new art supplies! We no longer have to share the few pairs of scissors we had; now there are enough for everyone. We are also very grateful for the safety scissors. My students with special needs love doing art projects, and these scissors are much easier and safer for them to use.\r\nWe are also very thankful to have the new cordless hot glue guns, which are sufficient for one per table. They are much better at standing up without falling over, and there aren't long extension cords spread around the room to trip students. \r\nWe are also very grateful for the new cardboard cutting tools, which make our cardboard sculpture projects much easier to make and put together.\r\nThank you so much for your donations and support!","fullyFundedDate":1755356562767,"projectUrl":"project/creative-cardboard-sculpture-making/9568896/","projectTitle":"Creative Cardboard Sculpture Making!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Buechele","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2377436_orig.png?crop=2700,2700,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754775498404","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2377436"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_10177","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":223,"numTeachers":12,"percentFrplEligible":48,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":58,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":33,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"18.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":83.3,"schoolId":10177,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Blue Ridge Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Blue Ridge Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/blue-ridge-independent-school-district/blue-ridge-middle-school/10177"}