{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Hillside Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":29.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2238263,"projectId":10486216,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing our 7th- and 8th-grade physical education classes at Hillside Middle with two new inflatable Gaga ball pits. When students first saw them, their excitement was immediate—many were eager to find out how the game worked and when they could play. Your generosity brought a fresh burst of energy to HMS PE and created a welcoming space for students to move, learn, and have fun together.\r\n\r\nWe're using the pits in a Gaga ball unit with game rotations, student-led refereeing, and conversations about rules and sportsmanship. Students practice quick reactions, strategy, teamwork, and fair play while staying active. During one game, students encouraged one another and quickly reset after a close play, showing that the experience was about more than winning. This game creates opportunities for independence and creativity. The game gives students with different experience and ability levels a chance to join in and contribute.\r\n\r\nNext, students will explore student-designed rule variations and reflect on how rules can make a game fair and enjoyable for everyone. We'll continue using the pits in PE lessons, with opportunities for friendly tournaments and practice in communication, inclusion, and sportsmanship. Thank you for giving our students a resource that makes learning active, social, and exciting. We're grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1786832333696,"projectUrl":"project/gaga-ball-for-all/10486216/","projectTitle":"Gaga Ball for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. vonLintel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2238263_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y312&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663962169479","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hmspe"},{"teacherId":2238263,"projectId":10490034,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our 7th- and 8th-grade health and physical education classes at Hillside Middle School. Your donation provided Rhino Lite balls for net games such as volleyball, giving our students equipment that helps make these activities more welcoming, fun, and exciting.\r\n\r\nBecause Rhino Lite balls are lighter and softer, students can try new skills with less fear and frustration. Beginners have more opportunities to make contact and succeed, while longer rallies help everyone stay involved and enjoy the game. The balls still offer plenty of challenge for advanced players, so students with different experience and ability levels can learn and play together.\r\n\r\nYour generosity helps build confidence, encourage participation, and bring more joy to movement. We're grateful for the difference you're making in our gym and for helping every student feel that they belong in the game. Thank you for supporting our students!","fullyFundedDate":1786906529240,"projectUrl":"project/rhinos-for-net-games/10490034/","projectTitle":"Rhinos for Net Games!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. vonLintel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2238263_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y312&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663962169479","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hmspe"},{"teacherId":8292918,"projectId":10515071,"letterContent":"The snacks have been a wonderful resource for my students at Hillside Middle School and Whittier Elementary School. Whittier is a Title I school, which means that the majority of our students are receiving free and reduced lunch. \r\n\r\nStudents are always so appreciative of having something to eat during our sessions together as many of them are facing food insecurity. For some students, a snack is a small but meaningful way to feel cared for and supported throughout the school day. These resources help me build positive relationships with students and remind them that they have a safe space to feel cared for, seen, and heard. \r\n\r\nMoving forward, I will continue to use the snacks to support students during individual sessions and check-ins. I am grateful to my donors for helping make my office an even more supportive place for the students I serve.","fullyFundedDate":1791226118576,"projectUrl":"project/meeting-students-needs-one-snack-at-a/10515071/","projectTitle":"Meeting Students’ Needs, One Snack at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Liebenson-Morse","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8292918_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y20&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1789568281394","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8292918"},{"teacherId":10486592,"projectId":10230922,"letterContent":"As a middle school teacher, one of my greatest battles is digital technology and social media. It was important to me to fill my classroom with physical texts that my reading students could engage with. This is my first year teaching a reading intervention course at the secondary level. Many if not all of my students do not see reading as meaningful because it has been difficult for them for so long. Creating a welcoming space filled with books is one way I'm trying to improve their reading identity.\r\n\r\nIt was important for me to not choose just any text. I wanted the books to have a high level of interest and relevance to the middle school student. Your donation helped me to achieve that goal. This opportunity allowed me to start the new school year with a classroom ready for student learners.","fullyFundedDate":1778226198682,"projectUrl":"project/the-analog-life-using-physical-texts-to/10230922/","projectTitle":"The Analog Life: Using Physical Texts to Engage Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Caldwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10486592_orig.jpg?crop=3348,3348,x0,y301&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777401749846","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10486592"},{"teacherId":1636403,"projectId":9580820,"letterContent":"Thank you for contributing to our classroom. Our students learned about DNA this year and really enjoyed learning how to embroider. Many kids have never sewn or threaded a needle and have very few skill in this arena. A project like this allows us to broaden our skill set and learn something new. Almost all students completed their work! The students enjoyed learning about DNA and amino acids. They were happy to work on the decoding activity and make an ornament. We hung them in the hallway for a few weeks and they were able to take them home. \r\n\r\nLearning about DNA is typically a lot of memorization but with this project we were able to appreciate the structure of the molecule and create more than just a simple model. The students were engaged in the project and had some follow up research questions to turn in. Everyone got to learn something new not only about genetics but some basic sewing skills. Having enough supplies for everyone was fantastic. Each student had their own project bag and could pick their own colors to use. No one had to share or be extra prudent with the supplies.\r\n\r\nThank you for your donation! Our budget only goes so far and with supplies like this, we will be able to complete this project for years to come. In the past we only had enough for 2 class sections but this year 5 of my classes completed this creative work. We will have enough leftover that next year I'll only replace a few of the parts with our classroom money and be able to conduct the project again without a grant request.","fullyFundedDate":1763591034382,"projectUrl":"project/embroidery-dna-creative-base-pairs/9580820/","projectTitle":"Embroidery DNA-Creative Base Pairs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Robert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1636403_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449077072479","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1636403"},{"teacherId":2238263,"projectId":9940365,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing another table tennis table for our classroom — this thoughtful addition strengthens our classroom community by creating more space for students to gather, cooperate, and build friendships through play. Having another table means fewer waits and more chances for students to support one another, cheer each other on, and practice sportsmanship during free time and structured activities.\r\n\r\nThe increased opportunities for practice and play will help students develop coordination, focus, and confidence as they work together and challenge themselves. I'm excited to see how this encourages teamwork and gives more students the chance to participate, learn from peers, and celebrate each other's progress.\r\n\r\nThe high-quality paddles are a wonderful complement to the table; their durability means we won't need to replace them as often, and students can rely on consistent equipment as they improve their skills. Thank you for investing in tools that enhance learning, promote healthy play, and support our classroom community in such a meaningful way.","fullyFundedDate":1765233836118,"projectUrl":"project/terrific-table-tennis-for-all/9940365/","projectTitle":"Terrific Table Tennis for ALL","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. vonLintel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2238263_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y312&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663962169479","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hmspe"},{"teacherId":115594,"projectId":9583190,"letterContent":"Our students are using the new resources to be more efficient and safe in the classroom. The viola cases are protecting the violas, and the students were very excited to replace the old and dilapidated cases! \r\n They love having enough rosin to use in the classroom and name tags that stay on the case. The pencil grippers are good for the students who need help with their bow hold in class. As we are preparing for the end of year concert, these items help us finish the year strong. 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