{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Central Davis Junior High School","outOfStateSupporters":16.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10180244,"projectId":9602811,"letterContent":"My students had a great opportunity to go and read to kindergarteners and to reflect on why it's important to read to children. My reading project had a meaningful impact on student learning for both my ninth grader students and the kindergarteners they read to. For the kindergarteners the donated books provided engaging age-appropriate stories that captured their attention and supported early literacy development. For my ninth graders the project offered an authentic teaching opportunity. They practice fluency expression, communication, and leadership while preparing to read.","fullyFundedDate":1755714660431,"projectUrl":"project/future-teachers-in-training-inspiring-y/9602811/","projectTitle":"Future Teachers in Training: Inspiring Young Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10180244"},{"teacherId":6904085,"projectId":9595951,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation to this project. Having the supplies I need really makes a difference. I am able to make the art-making experience in my classroom enriching. The best part about this project is that I am able to meet the needs of students with limited drawing skills. I have seen so many students surprise themselves by what they create. \r\nI believe that my classroom is a safe, supportive, and creative environment. I also believe that donations made by private individuals have also made it possible to make my classroom a place students want to be.","fullyFundedDate":1755708072311,"projectUrl":"project/junior-high-art-multi-colored-printmakin/9595951/","projectTitle":"Junior High Art Multi-Colored Printmaking Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. VanCamp","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6904085_orig.jpg?crop=528,528,x0,y110&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661453630175","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/joseph-vancamp"},{"teacherId":2185488,"projectId":8072026,"letterContent":"Participating in music festivals and long rehearsals is a significant aspect of a student's musical journey, providing them with invaluable experiences that foster teamwork, dedication, and artistic growth. However, for many of my low-income students, the physical demands of these extended activities can be daunting, especially when they lack access to nutritious snacks that would help sustain their energy and focus. By donating to provide snacks, you are ensuring that these talented young musicians can fully engage in their rehearsals and performances without the distraction of hunger. Your generosity will help create a supportive environment where students can thrive, allowing them to put their best foot forward during critical moments in their musical education.\r\n\r\nThe benefits of providing snacks extend far beyond mere sustenance. When students are well-nourished, they are better able to concentrate, learn, and collaborate effectively with their peers. Long rehearsals can be taxing, both physically and mentally, and having access to healthy snacks can make a world of difference. It promotes not only their physical well-being but also their emotional resilience, enabling them to tackle challenges with a positive mindset. Your support signifies that you care about their overall experience, reinforcing the idea that every student deserves the opportunity to excel, regardless of their financial situation. By contributing to this initiative, you are playing an essential role in fostering a sense of community and belonging among our students, ensuring that they feel valued and supported as they pursue their passion for music. Together, we can help these young musicians flourish and create lasting memories that will resonate throughout their lives.","fullyFundedDate":1701227087986,"projectUrl":"project/beating-the-drum-for-big-sounds/8072026/","projectTitle":"Beating the Drum for Big Sounds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wolf","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2185488_orig.jpg?crop=756,756,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744035472974","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/christine-wolf"},{"teacherId":2185488,"projectId":7635798,"letterContent":"Participating in music festivals and long rehearsals is a significant aspect of a student's musical journey, providing them with invaluable experiences that foster teamwork, dedication, and artistic growth. However, for many of my low-income students, the physical demands of these extended activities can be daunting, especially when they lack access to nutritious snacks that would help sustain their energy and focus. By donating to provide snacks, you are ensuring that these talented young musicians can fully engage in their rehearsals and performances without the distraction of hunger. Your generosity will help create a supportive environment where students can thrive, allowing them to put their best foot forward during critical moments in their musical education.\r\n\r\nThe benefits of providing snacks extend far beyond mere sustenance. When students are well-nourished, they are better able to concentrate, learn, and collaborate effectively with their peers. Long rehearsals can be taxing, both physically and mentally, and having access to healthy snacks can make a world of difference. It promotes not only their physical well-being but also their emotional resilience, enabling them to tackle challenges with a positive mindset. Your support signifies that you care about their overall experience, reinforcing the idea that every student deserves the opportunity to excel, regardless of their financial situation. By contributing to this initiative, you are playing an essential role in fostering a sense of community and belonging among our students, ensuring that they feel valued and supported as they pursue their passion for music. Together, we can help these young musicians flourish and create lasting memories that will resonate throughout their lives.","fullyFundedDate":1701227499951,"projectUrl":"project/feed-the-musicians/7635798/","projectTitle":"Feed the Musicians!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wolf","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2185488_orig.jpg?crop=756,756,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744035472974","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/christine-wolf"},{"teacherId":2185488,"projectId":9239712,"letterContent":"Music education is a vital component of a well-rounded curriculum that fosters creativity, discipline, and teamwork among students. Unfortunately, many of my low-income students face significant barriers to accessing essential learning materials, including quality band books. These books are not merely instructional texts; they serve as gateways to a world of musical expression and skill development that can transform lives. By donating to help purchase band books, you are directly contributing to the educational growth of students who are eager to learn but lack the resources to do so. Your generosity will enable these young musicians to explore their talents, engage in collaborative learning experiences, and develop a lifelong appreciation for music.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your donation extends far beyond the classroom. Music education has been shown to improve academic performance, enhance cognitive abilities, and promote emotional well-being. For students from low-income backgrounds, participation in band can be a powerful tool for personal development and social connection. By providing access to the necessary band books, you are not just equipping them with materials; you are empowering them to overcome obstacles and pursue their passions. The skills learned in music—such as perseverance, critical thinking, and collaboration—are invaluable and can lead to improved outcomes in other areas of their education and future endeavors. Your support can help create a nurturing environment where every student, regardless of financial circumstances, has the opportunity to thrive and succeed in their musical journey, ultimately fostering a more equitable and inclusive community.","fullyFundedDate":1744212061185,"projectUrl":"project/new-band-books-for-new-band-students/9239712/","projectTitle":"New Band Books for New Band Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wolf","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2185488_orig.jpg?crop=756,756,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744035472974","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/christine-wolf"},{"teacherId":9121348,"projectId":9604047,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have the tools they need to become more organized, engaged, and confident readers. The binders, pencil pouches, eraser toppers, and note cards you funded have made a meaningful difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nStudents were thrilled to receive their new supplies and immediately began organizing their materials. For many, this was their first time having a dedicated reading binder with sections for vocabulary, reading responses, and comprehension exercises. It has helped them take ownership of their learning and track their progress throughout our reading units.\r\n\r\nThe pencil pouches have been a simple but powerful addition—students can now keep their pencils, highlighters, and phonics cards in one place, which keeps our reading lessons running smoothly. The eraser toppers have encouraged a growth mindset; I often hear students say, \"I can fix it!\" as they revise their work with confidence. Note cards have become one of our favorite tools for quick study sessions, vocabulary games, and peer quizzes that make learning interactive and fun.\r\n\r\nSince receiving these materials, I've seen students demonstrate greater independence, stronger study habits, and increased enthusiasm during reading time. They're engaging more deeply with texts and retaining key vocabulary and concepts more effectively.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped create a classroom culture where organization and self-confidence go hand in hand with learning. Thank you for investing in my students and for helping them build the foundation for lifelong reading success.","fullyFundedDate":1755716740450,"projectUrl":"project/ferlins-sela-class-2025-2026/9604047/","projectTitle":"Ferlin's SELA Class 2025-2026","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ferlin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9121348_orig.jpg?crop=1254,1255,x0,y171&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691008156740","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9121348"},{"teacherId":6904085,"projectId":9177233,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support this school year. I believe your donations to my classroom projects have help me make printmaking a fun and exciting experience for my students. The set of inks that were purchased with this classroom project allowed students to make colorful images that they were able to hang in our annual art show. The students learned interesting printmaking techniques that have real-world connection. I heard so many students tell me that they want to take advanced printmaking next year.","fullyFundedDate":1742922598570,"projectUrl":"project/multi-colored-printmaking/9177233/","projectTitle":"Multi-Colored Printmaking","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. VanCamp","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6904085_orig.jpg?crop=528,528,x0,y110&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661453630175","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/joseph-vancamp"},{"teacherId":6904085,"projectId":8554239,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations to this project. I typically save block printing toward the end of the semester when students have built up their printmaking skills. Normally my budget allows only for a 3 X 3 inch rubber block, which does not allow for students to make unique or complex prints. This year with your donations I was able to allow students to use 5 X 5 inch blocks to create a unique Utah block print. Below the pictures show students progress.\r\n\r\nI find that students really enjoy the challenge of creating a complex image using carving tools to carve away the different parts of the image. Students love using the carving tools to carefully cut away the shapes between each color. Students find projects like this challenging while not needing to have drawing or creative skills. They also have a unique print with colors of their choice that they can take home and show their parents. With your donations to this project I was able to make fine art printmaking more enriching and improve the visual arts education at my school.","fullyFundedDate":1723071842357,"projectUrl":"project/fine-art-block-printing-experience/8554239/","projectTitle":"Fine Art Block Printing Experience","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. VanCamp","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6904085_orig.jpg?crop=528,528,x0,y110&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661453630175","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/joseph-vancamp"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_33001","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":879,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":30,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":72,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":18,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"7 - 9","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":83.2,"schoolId":33001,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Central Davis Junior High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Central Davis Junior High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/utah/davis-school-district/central-davis-junior-high-school/33001"}