{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Cascade Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":30.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10213665,"projectId":9638332,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our Period Sweatpants Project has already made a meaningful difference in the lives of many middle school students. Because of your donations, we were able to provide comfortable, discreet sweatpants to students who experienced unexpected period bleeding during the school day. What once would have led to shame, embarrassment, or the need to call home is now a moment met with compassion, and a simple change of clothes. Students are able to continue their day without disruption—feeling seen, and supported.\r\n\r\nThis project has proven just how powerful small acts of care can be. Something as basic as a clean pair of pants has helped remove the stigma surrounding menstruation and reminded students that their school is a safe place to be themselves. Your support didn't just fund sweatpants—it gave confidence, comfort, and continuity to students who needed it most. Thank you for standing with us in breaking down period shame, one pair of sweatpants at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1756433199495,"projectUrl":"project/sweatpants-for-period-emergencies-no-st/9638332/","projectTitle":"Sweatpants for Period Emergencies: No Stains, No Shame","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Anaya-Vitello, BSN, RN","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10213665_orig.jpg?crop=481,481,x0,y40&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755799236024","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10213665"},{"teacherId":4329341,"projectId":9095894,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! Because of your support, our Dance Class and Club were able to purchase new supplies—batons, props, and other materials—that allow every student to participate and feel represented in our performances. These tools have helped create a more inclusive environment where all students, including those who were hesitant to dance before, can engage confidently. For example, the new batons are being used in our military-style drill downs, which have been especially meaningful for the young men in our class. They've found a way to connect through precision, teamwork, and rhythm—skills that align perfectly with dance education and performance.\r\n\r\nWhen the supplies first arrived, the excitement was contagious. Students immediately began experimenting with new routines, incorporating the batons into choreography, and brainstorming creative ways to highlight them in upcoming performances. The sense of pride and ownership was visible—their eyes lit up as they realized these materials were theirs to learn and grow with.\r\n\r\nThanks to your donation, our students have already performed at one school assembly using the new supplies and are now preparing for national competitions this summer. Your contribution didn't just provide equipment; it empowered our students to see themselves as artists, athletes, and leaders. From all of us in the Dance Class and Club—thank you for believing in our program and helping our students shine.","fullyFundedDate":1742861426023,"projectUrl":"project/atten-hut/9095894/","projectTitle":"Atten Hut!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Counter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4329341_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1542818578983","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4329341"},{"teacherId":2503770,"projectId":8983645,"letterContent":"There are never enough books! No matter how well I gauge the interests of my students, no matter their reading level, no matter how well I display the books...students always need more to be able to read the essential 20 minutes per day.\r\n\r\n\"The Babysitters' Club\" books are enjoying new popularity now that the graphic novels have been released. I have several students who've read every single one I have and are hunting in the school library for more. The \"Wings of Fire\" series captivates every student who reads book one. One of my students saw her reading score jump three grade levels between the first book and the eighth. The boys are loving the Jake Maddox series--with just one complaint: they want more books about their favorite sport.\r\n\r\nIt's so much easier to entice reluctant readers to engage when I can offer them good books. Thanks to you, I'm able to do this.","fullyFundedDate":1735757684719,"projectUrl":"project/we-grow-when-we-read-hi-lo/8983645/","projectTitle":"We Grow When We Read Hi-Lo!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bennett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2503770_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1508010931518","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/audrey-bennett"},{"teacherId":4329341,"projectId":9029723,"letterContent":"We cannot thank you enough for your generosity in bringing handball to our school! With your support, we've introduced a brand-new sport to our students—one that challenges them physically, encourages teamwork, and fosters friendships in a way that many other sports don't.\r\n\r\nSince receiving the equipment, our students have embraced handball with enthusiasm. Because it's new to everyone, it creates a level playing field where all students, regardless of their background in sports, can jump in and have fun. It has been amazing to see students working together, learning the game, and using communication skills that will serve them well beyond the court.\r\n\r\nOne of the best indicators of success in our program is seeing what students choose to play during their free time—and handball is quickly becoming a favorite! Watching them engage, strategize, and develop their physical skills shows just how impactful your support has been.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are excited to refine our students' skills and introduce more structured gameplay, including team strategies and small tournaments. Your generosity has not only given our students the chance to be competitive but has also provided them with a sport they can truly call their own.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this possible! We appreciate your investment in our students' growth, both on and off the court.","fullyFundedDate":1736458294137,"projectUrl":"project/handball-gold/9029723/","projectTitle":"HandBall Gold","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Counter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4329341_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1542818578983","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4329341"},{"teacherId":4329341,"projectId":8992060,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generosity in providing our classroom with brand-new pickleball equipment! Thanks to your support, we now have a full set of paddles, pickleballs, and a storage cart that makes organization and inventory so much easier.\r\n\r\nFrom the moment our students saw the new equipment, their excitement was undeniable. They couldn't wait to pick up a paddle and start playing! Seeing their enthusiasm and sense of pride in representing our school has been truly rewarding.\r\n\r\nAlready, we've incorporated pickleball into our curriculum, using it not only as a fun activity but also as a way to improve hand-eye coordination, teamwork, and strategic thinking. One of the highlights so far was watching students rally for the first time—seeing their skills improve and their confidence grow with every game. Pickleball is a fantastic sport for our space, and the students love learning a game they can enjoy for a lifetime.","fullyFundedDate":1734542259887,"projectUrl":"project/pickle-what/8992060/","projectTitle":"Pickle What?","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Counter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4329341_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1542818578983","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4329341"},{"teacherId":8800230,"projectId":8760440,"letterContent":"My students were so happy to see the project that planned before got full donation. Our project war about how to help students participate in learning geometry in a creative way - cooking because we can learn about different shapes in many different cuisines. \r\n\r\nMy students participated in sharing ideas for each lesson using all materials for examples of making cookies in circular shapes, making spam musubi in the combination of rectangular and circular shapes, etc... My students also improved their math skills in general. \r\n\r\nThanks to your donation, my students engaged so much more in learning math and they also improved their SEL skills and their two languages. From this success, we are planning for another project that students can dive deeper in proportional relationships in cooking.","fullyFundedDate":1732032955205,"projectUrl":"project/how-shapes-shape-our-food/8760440/","projectTitle":"How Shapes Shape Our Food","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ai Vo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8800230"},{"teacherId":4329341,"projectId":8959342,"letterContent":"Thanks to this DonorsChoose project, we were able to purchase over $1,000 worth of uniforms—something our students would not have been able to afford on their own. These uniforms were chosen by the students, ensuring they feel comfortable and confident when they perform. They will be used for drill competitions, assemblies, and games for years to come, as we now have a full range of sizes so that no student is restricted from participating due to fit.\r\n\r\nThe excitement was overwhelming! Not only did these uniforms help our students look and feel like a true team, but they also gave them a sense of pride and unity. Wearing them at our first-ever competition, where we placed 2nd, was an unforgettable experience. Our team is the only middle school dance team competing in our district, and thanks to these donors, we are also the only one with professional uniforms. Seeing our students step onto the floor looking and feeling like a real team was incredible!","fullyFundedDate":1735249711335,"projectUrl":"project/cheer-competition-attire-so-fetch/8959342/","projectTitle":"Cheer Competition Attire, So Fetch!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Counter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4329341_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1542818578983","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4329341"},{"teacherId":4329341,"projectId":8882689,"letterContent":"Thanks to this DonorsChoose project, our team received new poms and a backbend supporter, both of which have made a huge impact on our practices and performances. The poms are absolutely beautiful—vibrant, shiny, and eye-catching—making every routine look even more dynamic. They truly \"pop\" on the floor, enhancing the energy and excitement of our performances. The backbend supporter has also been a game-changer, allowing students to safely practice back walkovers, a new skill we are working to incorporate into our next cheer competition. Since back walkovers are a high point-earning skill, this tool is helping us push our routine to the next level.\r\n\r\nWhen we got the poms, the students were beyond excited! They love the new poms so much that they check them out to take home for extra practice. Seeing their enthusiasm and commitment to improving their skills has been amazing. The backbend supporter has also given students a new level of confidence, as it allows them to safely work on advanced tricks that they might have been hesitant to attempt before.","fullyFundedDate":1732164393061,"projectUrl":"project/lets-dance/8882689/","projectTitle":"Let's Dance","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Counter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4329341_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1542818578983","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4329341"},{"teacherId":4329341,"projectId":8944819,"letterContent":"Thanks to this DonorsChoose project, our team received beautiful crystal-embellished bows that match our school colors, helping us look unified and professional at our first competition. The students were thrilled to have this addition to their uniforms, and the bows will continue to be used for upcoming assemblies, basketball games where we cheer, and our next drill competition. The high-quality design ensures that we can use them for the following year as well, making this a lasting investment in our team's spirit and confidence.\r\n\r\nWhen the bows came in, the excitement was immediate! As soon as the students saw the bows, they were overjoyed, especially after realizing that every other team at the competition had similar accessories. It reinforced their sense of belonging and boosted their confidence when performing. Seeing their enthusiasm and pride in wearing them was truly rewarding.\r\n\r\nOur Dance, Drill, and Cheer Team is incredibly dedicated, practicing not only during class but also after school, on weekends, and even during lunch. These bows will be part of our performances at school assemblies and basketball games, as well as our upcoming drill competition. Without DonorsChoose, our program would have $0 in funding, making these contributions essential for our team's success. We are beyond grateful for the support, as it allows our students to compete with confidence and school pride.","fullyFundedDate":1733200932777,"projectUrl":"project/and-a-bow-on-top/8944819/","projectTitle":"And a Bow On Top","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Counter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4329341_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1542818578983","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4329341"},{"teacherId":9732294,"projectId":8743012,"letterContent":"I just wanted to thank you all once again for donating to this project. The smiles and excitement that radiated from my students when their preferred snacks were available to them was a highlight of my week. They have been working on meeting and exceeding their goals since the new prizes were delivered in order to obtain those prizes. \r\n\r\nBeing able to give our students options on prizes has been very helpful in motivating them to do good. 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