{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Hector P Garcia Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":38.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8667162,"projectId":9965779,"letterContent":"Thank you, DonorsChoose community, for your generous donation of hygiene products for our 6th–8th grade students. Items like deodorant, pads, and other essentials help my students feel confident, comfortable, and ready to learn each day. Your support promotes dignity and well-being, allowing them to focus on their education without worry. We are truly grateful for your kindness and for making a meaningful difference in our classroom. Your generosity uplifts our students and reminds them they are valued and supported every day.","fullyFundedDate":1772120647985,"projectUrl":"project/strengthening-our-javelina-hygiene-bank/9965779/","projectTitle":"Strengthening Our Javelina Hygiene Bank Once More","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Torres","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8667162_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661881757313","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8667162"},{"teacherId":8667162,"projectId":10087805,"letterContent":"Thank you, DonorsChoose community, for your generous donation of healthy snacks for our classroom. The water and granola bars help keep my students nourished, focused, and ready to learn throughout the day. Your kindness supports not only their academic success but also their well-being. We are truly grateful for your thoughtful contribution and for making a positive difference in our classroom each day. My student-athletes, in particular, are incredibly grateful for these snacks, which help them stay energized during busy school and sports days.","fullyFundedDate":1772550229942,"projectUrl":"project/energizing-our-day/10087805/","projectTitle":"Energizing Our Day!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Torres","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8667162_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661881757313","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8667162"},{"teacherId":8667162,"projectId":10093777,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of 20 headphones to our classroom. Your support will greatly enhance our students' ability to develop their Spanish listening skills, super important with their upcoming ACP test from the district. \r\n\r\nWith these headphones, they can fully engage in audio activities that build comprehension, pronunciation, and confidence. Your contribution directly impacts their learning experience and helps create a more effective and inclusive environment. We truly appreciate your generosity and commitment to education.","fullyFundedDate":1776123480747,"projectUrl":"project/escucha-y-aprende-headphones-for-spani/10093777/","projectTitle":"¡Escucha y Aprende! Headphones for Spanish Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Torres","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8667162_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661881757313","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8667162"},{"teacherId":8667162,"projectId":9915801,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of snacks, water, and other food items for our classroom. Your kindness has made an immediate and meaningful impact on our students.\r\n\r\nWe've been using these resources to ensure that all students are able to stay focused and energized throughout the day. Having snacks available allowed everyone to remain engaged and comfortable, and I noticed a real difference in both participation and enthusiasm.\r\n\r\nThanks to your contribution, we are able to continue fostering a positive learning environment where students feel supported and ready to learn. As we move forward, we will continue incorporating collaborative projects and discussions, knowing that our students have what they need to succeed both academically and personally.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your support and for the role you've played in enriching our classroom experience.","fullyFundedDate":1770387890870,"projectUrl":"project/nourishing-minds-to-support-student-succ/9915801/","projectTitle":"Nourishing Minds to Support Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Torres","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8667162_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661881757313","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8667162"},{"teacherId":7601386,"projectId":9952201,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our school hygiene bank is now stocked and already making a meaningful difference in our students' daily lives. Students are able to quietly and respectfully access items like deodorant, toothbrushes, toothpaste, and other essentials whenever they need them. We've incorporated this into our daily routine so students can take care of themselves without missing instructional time or feeling embarrassed.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, students were incredibly grateful. Many expressed relief and appreciation, and it was clear that having access to these items helped them feel more comfortable and confident at school. Some students even shared how much it meant to them to not have to worry about these basic needs during the day.\r\n\r\nBecause these needs are now being met, I've seen a positive impact in the classroom—students are more focused, more willing to participate, and more at ease with their peers. The hygiene bank has helped create a more supportive and inclusive environment where students can show up as their best selves.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we plan to continue maintaining the hygiene bank and teaching students about the importance of self-care and responsibility. As we build on this, students will be better prepared to focus on their academic goals and continue growing both personally and academically. 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In advanced math, students are often asked to think deeply, explain their reasoning, and persevere through challenging problems, and your support has helped me give them the tools to do exactly that.\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were excited and immediately wanted to use them. They could tell that these resources were going to help make our lessons more interactive and engaging. One of my favorite moments was watching students use the materials during graphing and problem-solving activities while working with their partners. I saw students more willing to talk through their thinking, check their work, and stay with a problem even when it was difficult. That excitement and willingness to keep trying is exactly what I hope to build in my classroom every day.\r\nWe are already using these resources to support our daily lessons, and they are helping my students build both stronger math skills and stronger confidence. As we continue through our current units, my goal is to keep creating opportunities for students to grow as mathematicians by asking questions, taking risks, and learning from mistakes. Your support has given my students more than just classroom materials—it has helped create an environment where they can grow, work hard, and feel proud of what they are learning. Thank you for being part of that and for investing in my students.","fullyFundedDate":1769393236463,"projectUrl":"project/graphing-growth-and-grit-materials-fo/9852236/","projectTitle":"Graphing, Growth, and Grit: Materials for Advanced Math","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. LI","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10095948_orig.jpg?crop=602,602,x0,y162&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760586456253","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10095948"},{"teacherId":10003857,"projectId":10121220,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom and helping create a more compassionate learning environment. With your support, students are learning how to see the world through someone else's perspective before taking action to help others.\r\n\r\nWe began with discussions and role-play where students imagined being a new student, someone who struggles with reading, or a classmate who feels overwhelmed. Students shared thoughtful ideas about how confusing or frustrating school can feel without clear support.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new tools, they were excited to help improve our classroom. They worked together to create clear labels and organize shared materials so everyone can easily find what they need.","fullyFundedDate":1772892067871,"projectUrl":"project/organized-with-purpose-labeling-for-emp/10121220/","projectTitle":"Organized With Purpose: Labeling for Empathy and Inclusion","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Aragon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10003857_orig.jpg?crop=2062,2062,x0,y804&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745348581642","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-a-aragon"},{"teacherId":10003857,"projectId":10108876,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom and helping create meaningful learning experiences for my students. Through this project, students are practicing compassion by learning how to see the world through someone else's perspective. We began with guided empathy discussions where students imagined the daily experiences of people such as elderly neighbors, children who may not have safe spaces to play, or individuals who feel lonely or excluded.\r\n\r\nWhen students were introduced to the materials, they were excited and curious about how they would use them during our activities. These tools have helped make lessons more engaging and encourage students to share their ideas and reflections.","fullyFundedDate":1772892069261,"projectUrl":"project/math-with-heart-using-algebra-to-build/10108876/","projectTitle":"Math With Heart: Using Algebra to Build Empathy and Community","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Aragon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10003857_orig.jpg?crop=2062,2062,x0,y804&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745348581642","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-a-aragon"},{"teacherId":10003857,"projectId":10040782,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping create a classroom where compassion is part of our daily learning. Because of your support, we are using the presentation clicker and digital pen to make lessons more interactive so students can share ideas in different ways. This has helped students recognize that everyone learns differently and practice patience and encouragement with their classmates.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new tools and superhero-themed materials, they were excited and eager to participate. They especially loved the idea that kindness and responsibility make someone a \"real hero.\"\r\n\r\nOur labeled supplies and mobile cart have also helped students support one another. I've already seen students step in to help classmates find materials or explain directions.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue reflecting on moments when they noticed someone needed help and chose to act with kindness, building a stronger and more supportive classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1772892069571,"projectUrl":"project/be-a-hero-building-compassion-through-l/10040782/","projectTitle":"Be a Hero: Building Compassion Through Leadership and Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Aragon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10003857_orig.jpg?crop=2062,2062,x0,y804&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745348581642","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-a-aragon"},{"teacherId":10003857,"projectId":10025663,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom and helping make this project possible. Your generosity has allowed us to turn snack time into a meaningful opportunity to practice empathy and kindness.\r\n\r\nStudents have been using the snacks during structured sharing activities where we talk about fairness, patience, and noticing the needs of others. One special moment occurred when a student noticed a classmate did not have a snack and chose to share part of their own. This led to a thoughtful discussion about how small acts of kindness can make others feel supported.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, they were excited and curious. They quickly realized that these activities were about more than snacks—they were about caring for one another.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue reflecting through discussions and drawings about how they can show compassion in our classroom and beyond.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us build a kinder classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1772550262299,"projectUrl":"project/sharing-snacks-building-compassion/10025663/","projectTitle":"Sharing Snacks, Building Compassion","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Aragon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10003857_orig.jpg?crop=2062,2062,x0,y804&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745348581642","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-a-aragon"},{"teacherId":10075981,"projectId":9859047,"letterContent":"The art supplies donated through donors choose helps students create murals that now hang throughout our school. These murals created by teachers and students encourage kindness and respect.\r\nStudents used this creative time as an opportunity to share stories and connect with eachother about their experience at the school and how they plan to make it more welcoming for others.\r\nThis was a campus wide initiative to support students struggling with their mental health, isolation, and bullying. Assemblies to present this art to the campus have been a perfect way to bring up helpful resources for students and families if they are struggling.","fullyFundedDate":1762366792708,"projectUrl":"project/art-encourages-student-murals-for-menta/9859047/","projectTitle":"Art Encourages: Student Murals for Mental Wellness and Spreading Kindness","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mahoozi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10075981"},{"teacherId":10003857,"projectId":10060519,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students were able to lead a powerful, student-driven kindness initiative that brought joy, connection, and encouragement to peers across our school. With the materials you provided, students designed and assembled kindness gift bags filled with handwritten messages, colorful pens, and individually wrapped treats. This project gave students ownership of spreading positivity and showed them that even small, thoughtful actions can make a meaningful difference in someone's day.\r\n\r\nYour support helped students grow as leaders and compassionate community members. As they wrote encouraging notes and thoughtfully prepared gift bags for their classmates, students practiced empathy, collaboration, and gratitude. Many recipients shared smiles, thank-you messages, and appreciation, reinforcing for our students that kindness strengthens relationships and builds a more supportive school culture. 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