{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Shady Spring Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":24.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6419172,"projectId":9805158,"letterContent":"Teachers Pay Teachers offers a wide range of ready-made science resources—lessons, labs, assessments, and unit bundles—that can save teachers planning time while providing standards-aligned content. By selecting materials that map to your state or district standards, you can streamline lesson planning: use TpT unit plans as the backbone of a sequence, adapt individual lessons for pacing, and combine multiple sellers' strengths (e.g., one vendor's inquiry lab with another's formative assessments) to create coherent, standards-driven units. 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Finally, leverage TpT teacher reviews and previews to vet quality and alignment before purchasing, and always cite or credit creators when sharing modified materials with colleagues or students.","fullyFundedDate":1762267495559,"projectUrl":"project/creativity-and-curriculum/9805158/","projectTitle":"Creativity and Curriculum","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Shepherd","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6419172_orig.jpg?crop=1791,1791,x833,y524&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1557845972782","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6419172"},{"teacherId":5834287,"projectId":9765066,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to my 8th grade classroom. Thanks to your generosity, my students were able to observe the transfer of thermal energy in real time. They were also able to collaborate with a partner to be creative and invent their own insulated cup!\r\n\r\nStudents were able to use as many, or as few, of the materials provided. They created an insulated cup with the goal of keeping their ice cube \"alive\" as long as possible. We melted one ice cube in a cup with no insulation and timed how long it took the ice to melt. Then each group of students timed how long it took their ice to melt. The record was 31 minutes! They enjoyed seeing the differences in each experiment and learned that different products produce different results. \r\n\r\nThanks again for contributing to their learning. Hands on experiences provide a much more beneficial learning environment and we couldn't have done it without you!","fullyFundedDate":1759173592534,"projectUrl":"project/create-your-own-stanley/9765066/","projectTitle":"Create Your Own Stanley!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5834287_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1541785639543","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5834287"},{"teacherId":6419172,"projectId":9350044,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generous donations, my students have been able to actively engage in building rockets using duct tape and pop bottles, bringing Newton's Laws of Motion to life in an exciting and hands-on way. When they first saw the materials, their curiosity and enthusiasm were immediate—they eagerly began designing and assembling their rockets, learning through trial and error how forces interact. This project clearly demonstrated the principle that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction, as students witnessed their rockets launch and respond to their own designs.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these resources will continue to support our learning as students refine their rockets by experimenting with variables like weight, shape, and air pressure to observe how these factors influence flight. This next step will deepen their understanding through scientific inquiry and data analysis, encouraging critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Your generosity has given us the tools not only to explore important scientific concepts now but also to inspire ongoing creativity and discovery in future lessons.","fullyFundedDate":1755733683302,"projectUrl":"project/launch-into-the-next-year/9350044/","projectTitle":"Launch Into the Next Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Shepherd","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6419172_orig.jpg?crop=1791,1791,x833,y524&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1557845972782","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6419172"},{"teacherId":6419172,"projectId":9180926,"letterContent":"My students and the students of Shady Spring Middle would like to thank you for your generous donation. Your donation allowed us a subscription to the Science World magazine, which provides the students with current information about scientific discoveries and news from around the world.\r\n\r\nThis subscription is used in the 7th grade and all science grade levels here at Shady Spring Middle. There are approximately 600 students in our school. Science World magazines have wonderful videos that go along with the readings, as well as differentiated learning for students who may struggle. There are exceptional activities that go along with the subjects from the articles, and the magazine also extends into reading comprehension and geography.","fullyFundedDate":1744032834090,"projectUrl":"project/science-worlds-are-for-everyone/9180926/","projectTitle":"Science Worlds are for Everyone!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Shepherd","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6419172_orig.jpg?crop=1791,1791,x833,y524&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1557845972782","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6419172"},{"teacherId":9697024,"projectId":8935546,"letterContent":"To every single donor and to Young Sheldon for the extra support: Thank you so much for bringing Newton's Laws of Motion to life for my students. There is truly no better way to learn science than to experience it. The lab supplies that your donation allowed me to purchase, will bring physics into my middle school classroom. \r\n The impact cars and weights were such a great addition to my unit on Newton's Laws of Motion. Students will use the cars and weights to investigate the relationship between mass, momentum, and force. Because they are \"cars\" on a \"track\" and \"ramp\", I expect my students to really get into this hands-on investigation. I truly appreciate your commitment to our future generations' education, especially in the field of science!","fullyFundedDate":1732066679134,"projectUrl":"project/getting-our-hands-on-newtons-laws/8935546/","projectTitle":"Getting Our Hands-on Newton’s Laws","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Knop","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9697024_orig.jpg?crop=1170,1170,x0,y183&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724354381405","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-knop"},{"teacherId":6419172,"projectId":8655476,"letterContent":"We are immensely grateful for the opportunity to integrate frog dissection into our science curriculum. This hands-on experience has been invaluable in our exploration of body systems, allowing students to draw fascinating parallels between frog and human anatomy.\r\n\r\nThe moment our class first encountered the frogs, the room buzzed with a mix of awe and anticipation. Students were visibly struck by the frogs' size, which immediately piqued their interest. As we delved into the dissection, even our most apprehensive students found themselves captivated by the intricate structures revealed beneath their careful incisions. The level of focus and engagement was truly remarkable, with curiosity overcoming initial nervousness for many.\r\n\r\nBuilding on this enlightening experience, our next step is to synthesize our observations into a comprehensive understanding of how body systems interact. We'll explore the intricate interplay between these systems and their crucial roles in maintaining overall bodily functions. This holistic approach will deepen our students' appreciation for the complexity of life and the delicate balance that sustains it.\r\n\r\nYour support has ignited a spark of scientific inquiry in our classroom, fostering a deeper understanding of biology that will resonate far beyond this single lesson. Thank you for helping us bring science to life for our students!","fullyFundedDate":1733251817889,"projectUrl":"project/fabulous-frogs/8655476/","projectTitle":"Fabulous Frogs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Shepherd","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6419172_orig.jpg?crop=1791,1791,x833,y524&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1557845972782","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6419172"},{"teacherId":9697024,"projectId":8688541,"letterContent":"My students are so EXCITED for the frog dissection lab! When the kits and supplies came in, my students insisted they see everything. Within the kits, there are specimens of frogs, crawfish, large crickets, and worms. These caught the attention of the students immediately. It has greatly increased their interest in the dissection. I get asked every other week, if not every week, \"How much longer until we dissect the frogs?\" We have not quite gotten to our Body Systems Unit yet. Unfortunately this means that the students have a little longer to wait. I keep assuring them that it will happen. \r\n I want to express my thanks to you for so many things. First of all, you have helped me bring this lab to life for my students. They will get to explore the body systems and how they are connected in real life. Also, I feel that dissecting a frog is like a rite of passage for middle school students. Even though it is just one small thing, it has helped create such an excitement for science among my students. Thank you for helping bring science to life for my students and allowing me to experience this excitement among them.","fullyFundedDate":1724948962489,"projectUrl":"project/from-frogs-to-humans-exploring-body-sys/8688541/","projectTitle":"From Frogs to Humans: Exploring Body Systems Through Dissection","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Knop","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9697024_orig.jpg?crop=1170,1170,x0,y183&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724354381405","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-knop"},{"teacherId":9697024,"projectId":8725530,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your contribution to my classroom. The organizational items that were purchased through Donors Choose have helped my students tremendously. Using items from this project, my students now have a dedicated place to submit completed work, separated by class periods. \r\n I turned the bins into an area where students are allowed to store their science folders. This has helped to increase student accountability on kept notes and station work. It has also helped to decrease the number of students losing partially completed assignments in their lockers or bedrooms. Students are able to easily locate paper in the student resource center thanks to the drawer organizer. \r\n My front dry erase boards are now home to a special shelf to help display artwork and knickknacks given to me by my students so that they can feel some pride and appreciation. On the other side of my bulletin board I keep a friendly competition going among my different class periods. They are able to see class average pre and post tests scores, which I've noticed has increased several students desire to do well on a test. Plus it has helped some students receive support from their peers as we prepare for tests. I truly appreciate your support in my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1726684493572,"projectUrl":"project/organization-is-key/8725530/","projectTitle":"Organization Is Key","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Knop","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9697024_orig.jpg?crop=1170,1170,x0,y183&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724354381405","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-knop"},{"teacherId":2529681,"projectId":8553232,"letterContent":"My students were so excited to receive their nice quality choral folders! They told me they felt like professionals. It helped them stay organized since their music wasn't falling out all over the place. \r\n\r\nWe were able to use the folders in rehearsals to keep their music organized. It even helped keep their music in great condition, where previously it would easily tear, rip, and fall apart. We also used the folders during a community performance. Students were able to sing from their music while maintaining a professional appearance. \r\n\r\nI am so excited to continue using these folders with my students as we gear up for our next concert season. These folders will be able to last us for years to come. Thank you so much for making such a huge impact on my choir!","fullyFundedDate":1723557298127,"projectUrl":"project/singing-in-unity/8553232/","projectTitle":"Singing in Unity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gray","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2529681_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1505922446835","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mnrichmond"},{"teacherId":4620435,"projectId":8616181,"letterContent":"Thank you all so much for the generous donations you gave to my class. They were so excited to have this new opportunity. It took a while to get the department to get it all set up, so I had them sitting under the tree when they came in. Then we went through the process of how we received them. They were so excited to get started. \r\n\r\nThis is now one of our group stations. I am currently waiting on my cases for the iPads and once they come in, the students will be able to move around the room. Until then, I have them placed at a smaller desk and they work on it there. This seems to be working well and the kids love it. \r\n\r\nI cannot thank you enough for giving us this opportunity. This is what some of the kids needed in order to \"like\" coming to math class. With your help, we have made math class fun and engaging! Thank you so much.","fullyFundedDate":1730430739054,"projectUrl":"project/playing-for-the-ozmos/8616181/","projectTitle":"Playing for the Ozmos","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vance","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4620435_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1517251480820","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lilly"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_39225","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":599,"numTeachers":41,"percentFrplEligible":41,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":95,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":0,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"14.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":75.2,"schoolId":39225,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Shady Spring Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Shady Spring Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/west-virginia/raleigh-county-school-district/shady-spring-middle-school/39225"}