{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Thomas C Boushall Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":43.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5251500,"projectId":10128434,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Because of your kindness, our literacy class now has the essential materials needed to make small group reading instruction a success every single day.\r\n\r\nSmall group time is the most dynamic part of our school day. It allows me to work closely with four to six students at a time, tailoring lessons directly to their reading levels and learning needs while the rest of the class engages in purposeful independent centers. With the new organizers, storage caddies, and leveled materials you provided, our transition into these groups is smooth, organized, and stress-free.\r\n\r\nInstead of spending precious instructional minutes hunting down book bags, whiteboards, or guided reading markers, everything now has a designated home. My students can grab their group's bin and dive straight into reading, phonics practice, and guided discussions. This added structure has given them a tremendous sense of independence and ownership over their learning.\r\n\r\nYour investment in our classroom does far more than just keep us organized—it creates an environment where every child feels supported and empowered to grow as a reader. 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English isn't just about reading plain black-and-white text on a page—it's about visually interacting with literature, designing creative visual essays, annotating complex texts, and bringing student writing projects to life.\r\n\r\nWith this printer, my students can now:\r\n\r\nPublish Visual Projects: Print vibrant student-authored newsletters, graphic novels, and literary analysis posters to showcase around the classroom.\r\n\r\nAnnotate & Analyze Effectively: Work with color-coded text extracts, rhetorical analysis guides, and visual organizers that make complex reading strategies much easier to master.\r\n\r\nTake Pride in Their Work: See their writing and digital design efforts transformed into professional, physical pieces they are excited to share.\r\n\r\nYour support means the world to us. You haven't just provided a piece of technology; you've given my students the tools to express their creativity, take pride in their work, and engage more deeply with English language arts every single day.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1781908964935,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-literature-to-life-in-living-co/10203227/","projectTitle":"Bringing Literature to Life in Living Color","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Thorne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5251500_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1548941074262","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5251500"},{"teacherId":10163154,"projectId":10134565,"letterContent":"We are using the plyometric hurdles and box to teach foundational movement skills without relying on traditional sports. 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Students were genuinely happy to receive them, and their excitement created a positive and encouraging atmosphere in our classroom. These thoughtful rewards motivated students to continue making good choices and doing their best each day. 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Every ensemble that participated from our school received a trophy and placed. \r\n\r\nEvents like this keep students coming back year after year. This tradition also create memories students share with their peers and family that encourage younger generations to come to try music as an opportunity.","fullyFundedDate":1775482803305,"projectUrl":"project/champion-gear/10128290/","projectTitle":"Champion Gear","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Carter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7085600_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1579988217903","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7085600"},{"teacherId":7085600,"projectId":9835867,"letterContent":"The generosity of donors allowed for more students to learn and instrument this year. I am very grateful that the students were able to learn, grow. And perform together. I believe that music education has a transformative power in a young child's life and can create life long memories and skills that will lead them to a successful future.\r\n\r\nThe student who received a trombone from this project was able to practice and participate in the city's All-City Band honors ensemble. They learn to play with students from all over the city and we led a university-level guest conductor. Caregivers and community members were able to attend their performance and it was a huge success.","fullyFundedDate":1760807653881,"projectUrl":"project/slide-to-success/9835867/","projectTitle":"Slide to Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Carter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7085600_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1579988217903","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7085600"},{"teacherId":5251500,"projectId":10072917,"letterContent":"Words cannot express how grateful we are for your generosity! Because of your support, our classroom has transformed into a more organized, interactive, and joyful place to learn.\r\n\r\nThe new book pouches, trays, and organizers have given my students a sense of pride and independence as they manage their own materials every day. Meanwhile, the dry-erase answer paddles have completely energized our group lessons—every single student now has a voice and the confidence to jump in and share their ideas.\r\n\r\nYou didn't just fund a project; you showed my students that a whole community believes in their success. Thank you for making such a direct, positive impact on our daily learning!","fullyFundedDate":1771008310497,"projectUrl":"project/creating-an-organized-engaging-space-wh/10072917/","projectTitle":"Creating an Organized, Engaging Space Where Young Readers Thrive","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Thorne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5251500_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1548941074262","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5251500"},{"teacherId":5251500,"projectId":10181341,"letterContent":"Our testing prep season was amazing. The students were so thrilled to see the items our classroom received for them to work towards their goals. Thanks to your donations our scholars were able to stay engaged and motivated. Standardized testing is never fun and your donations helped to make it more bearable. Snacks and incentives help to keep focus on long study session days. Your support meant a lot to many students and helped them be successful. Thank you again for your support on their educational journey","fullyFundedDate":1776620657406,"projectUrl":"project/testing-with-a-twist-fueling-focus-and/10181341/","projectTitle":"Testing with a Twist: Fueling Focus and Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Thorne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5251500_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1548941074262","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5251500"},{"teacherId":5251500,"projectId":9903466,"letterContent":"Your generosity has encouraged and supplied my students with the essential resources they need to truly thrive as readers and writers. It is incredible how simple, foundational items like pencils and notebooks can completely open up new worlds for a student. Having a dedicated space to write down their thoughts and track their progress gives them a sense of ownership over their education, and having the right tools on hand means no learning time is wasted.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the vibrant Astrobright paper has been a game-changer in our daily routines. It allows me to create highly engaging, eye-catching learning centers and interactive activities that instantly grab my students' attention. This targeted visual engagement keeps them motivated, excited, and focused on mastering their literacy skills. Thank you for investing in our classroom and making a profound impact on these young learners!","fullyFundedDate":1766878707954,"projectUrl":"project/opening-doors-to-literacy-for-every-lear/9903466/","projectTitle":"Opening Doors to Literacy for Every Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Thorne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5251500_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1548941074262","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5251500"},{"teacherId":4935959,"projectId":10062183,"letterContent":"Your donation of the beautiful purple violin case, Bow Right, batteries, and additional supplies has made a meaningful and immediate impact in our classroom. Thank you so much for your thoughtful gifts to our students. The Bow Right is already helping improve posture and technique, and the batteries have brought our keyboards back to life. The beautiful purple violin case has given us a safe place to store a string instrument. Our students were truly excited to receive your package, and your generosity has inspired and encouraged them in their musical journey. We are deeply grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1771025820276,"projectUrl":"project/just-in-case/10062183/","projectTitle":"Just in Case","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fitch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4935959_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509277869251","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bfitch"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_53249","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":626,"numTeachers":64,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":47,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":49,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"9.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":56.7,"schoolId":53249,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Thomas C Boushall Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Thomas C Boushall Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/virginia/richmond-public-school-dist/thomas-c-boushall-middle-school/53249"}