{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Sherman Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":26.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9087098,"projectId":9966128,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom library project. Your contributions have made a meaningful and lasting impact on our students.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donations, our classroom library has grown in both size and diversity. Students now have access to a wider range of books that reflect different cultures, experiences, and interests. This has helped more students see themselves in what they read while also opening their minds to new perspectives.\r\n\r\nThe excitement around reading has noticeably increased. Students are more eager to pick up books, spend time reading independently, and share recommendations with one another. Having more choices has empowered them to take ownership of their reading and build stronger literacy skills.","fullyFundedDate":1766692601750,"projectUrl":"project/books-books-books/9966128/","projectTitle":"Books Books Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Campos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9087098_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y192&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769030529958","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jjcampos"},{"teacherId":9087098,"projectId":9966089,"letterContent":"The laminator and school supplies you provided have quickly become essential tools in our daily learning. The laminator has allowed us to create durable, reusable materials that support hands-on activities, learning stations, and interactive lessons. 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It has created a more equitable environment where every student is prepared and ready to participate each day.","fullyFundedDate":1772155351842,"projectUrl":"project/making-learning-last/9966089/","projectTitle":"Making Learning Last","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Campos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9087098_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y192&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769030529958","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jjcampos"},{"teacherId":7311185,"projectId":10058967,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping bring our School Olympics to life! Because of your generosity, our students experienced a day full of excitement, laughter, and friendly competition.\r\n\r\nYour donated supplies made a huge difference. The paper you provided allowed us to create special recognition certificates for our medal ceremony, giving students a moment to feel proud of their efforts and accomplishments. The sacks were perfect for our sack race, the ties helped students team up for the always-entertaining three-legged race, and the spoons made our egg-carrying challenge both hilarious and memorable.\r\n\r\nEvents like our School Olympics do more than just fill a day with fun. They build school community, encourage teamwork, and give students a chance to challenge themselves in new ways. For many students, these shared experiences become some of their favorite memories of the school year.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our hallways were filled with cheers, laughter, and students celebrating one another's successes. Thank you for helping create such a joyful and meaningful experience for our school.","fullyFundedDate":1771625322665,"projectUrl":"project/school-olympics/10058967/","projectTitle":"School Olympics!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sal","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7311185_orig.jpg?crop=2593,2593,x631,y376&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661438074523","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/katiesal"},{"teacherId":7311185,"projectId":10008993,"letterContent":"Thank you for your thoughtful gift of two rolls of large paper for our classroom. While it may seem like a simple supply, this paper has already made a big impact on our learning.\r\n\r\nHaving access to large-format paper allows my students to think bigger — literally and creatively. They are able to brainstorm together, map out ideas, design projects, solve problems step-by-step, and showcase their thinking in ways that wouldn't fit on standard notebook paper. The size invites collaboration. Instead of working in isolation, students gather around, discuss, and build ideas as a team.\r\n\r\nFor our classroom, this paper has become a space for anchor charts, group research displays, math problem-solving walls, and creative storytelling maps. It gives students the freedom to spread out their thoughts, revise, and add details as their understanding grows. That physical space to think visually makes a noticeable difference in engagement and comprehension.\r\n\r\nBecause our school is in a transitional year with construction changes in the building, simple tools like this help us maintain a vibrant and active learning environment. Your generosity ensures that even during change, our classroom remains a place of creativity, collaboration, and opportunity.","fullyFundedDate":1771626102113,"projectUrl":"project/big-ideas-big-paper/10008993/","projectTitle":"Big Ideas, Big Paper!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sal","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7311185_orig.jpg?crop=2593,2593,x631,y376&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661438074523","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/katiesal"},{"teacherId":10305436,"projectId":9928449,"letterContent":"Thank you for fully funding our \"Reading Warriors Rewards\" project! Because of your incredible generosity, our students now have access to high-interest graphic novels like \"Swim Team\", \"Gamerville\", \"Hoops\", \"Change the Game\", \"Charisma's Turn\", \"Run: Book One\", and the powerful \"March\" trilogy. These diverse and engaging texts are already inspiring our middle school readers to see themselves as heroes, leaders, and change-makers. Having books that reflect underrepresented voices and real-world courage is helping our students connect to reading in deeper, more personal ways.\r\n\r\nThe reward items—from Takis and Doritos to candy variety packs, drink mixes, and fun prizes like Hot Wheels cars, fidgets, lip gloss, hand creams, and stress toys—are fueling our literacy motivation system in exciting ways. Students earn incentives for independent reading, meeting comprehension goals, participating in discussions, and demonstrating perseverance. Educational games like Blurt!, SpellChecked, and Trivia For Us are turning vocabulary and critical thinking practice into joyful competition. These rewards are not just \"extras\"—they are strategic tools that build stamina, confidence, and a positive reading culture.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is transforming into a space where reading feels empowering and celebrated. Our \"Reading Warriors\" are motivated to pick up books, challenge themselves, and take pride in their growth. Thank you for investing in our students' literacy journeys and for helping us create an environment where every reader feels seen, valued, and rewarded for their hard work.","fullyFundedDate":1764721914547,"projectUrl":"project/reading-warriors-rewards/9928449/","projectTitle":"Reading Warriors Rewards!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Esmee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10305436_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1763959814904","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10305436"},{"teacherId":10303622,"projectId":9830863,"letterContent":"Your generosity is making a real and lasting difference in the lives of our students. Because of your support, we were able to provide essential hygiene supplies that help ensure every child can come to school feeling clean, confident, and ready to learn. Personal care products may seem small, but they have a powerful impact on a student's comfort, self-esteem, and overall well-being.\r\n\r\nAccess to basic hygiene supplies removes barriers that can distract from learning and social connection. When students don't have to worry about these basic needs, they can focus more fully on their education, participate more actively in class, and engage with their peers with confidence. Your kindness helps create a healthier, more supportive school environment where every child has the opportunity to thrive.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our students, families, and staff, thank you for your compassion and commitment to our school community. Your partnership reminds our students that they are cared for and supported by people who truly believe in their success. We are deeply grateful for your generosity and the positive impact you continue to make.","fullyFundedDate":1761921516878,"projectUrl":"project/basic-needs-for-brilliant-scholars/9830863/","projectTitle":"Basic Needs for Brilliant Scholars!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Werth","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10303622_orig.jpg?crop=2088,2088,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759848289261","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10303622"},{"teacherId":8485393,"projectId":9718686,"letterContent":"We are sincerely grateful for your generous donation of cardstock and colored paper to help brighten our classroom lessons. Your contribution has made it possible for us to add a pop of color to activities, projects, and instructional materials, making learning more engaging, hands-on, and visually stimulating for our students.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, students are more motivated to participate, explore, and enjoy their lessons, which enhances both understanding and creativity. Your generosity has had a meaningful impact on our classroom environment, and we deeply appreciate your investment in making learning exciting and fun for every student.","fullyFundedDate":1768499898967,"projectUrl":"project/all-you-need-is-a-pop-of-color/9718686/","projectTitle":"All You Need is a Pop of Color","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shampo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8485393"},{"teacherId":8485393,"projectId":9714493,"letterContent":"We sincerely thank you for your generous donations that provided our classroom with headphones for individualized reading and math instruction. With your support, students are now able to focus, engage, and work at their own pace, making learning more personalized and effective. These headphones have already made a noticeable difference in student concentration and participation, allowing each child to thrive and build confidence in both reading and math. We are truly grateful for your contribution and for helping us create a more supportive and successful learning environment for every student.","fullyFundedDate":1765993080736,"projectUrl":"project/turning-up-the-volume-on-learning/9714493/","projectTitle":"Turning up the Volume on Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shampo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8485393"},{"teacherId":8485393,"projectId":9774734,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous donations that allowed our class to participate in Flocabulary. Thanks to your support, our students have engaged with fun, interactive lessons that make learning vocabulary, reading, and critical thinking exciting and memorable. The program has been a huge success, sparking enthusiasm, boosting participation, and helping students make meaningful academic growth. Your contribution has made a real difference in our classroom, and we deeply appreciate your investment in our students' learning and success.","fullyFundedDate":1761959826548,"projectUrl":"project/rigor-and-rhythm/9774734/","projectTitle":"Rigor and Rhythm","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shampo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8485393"},{"teacherId":4187273,"projectId":9813033,"letterContent":"We just completed the binder repair shop for the entire school and wow, what an event! The students loved having such an array of colors and patterns of duct tape to choose from! We set up our repair pop up shop over the course of three days; one day for each grade level. The turn out was great and smiles on the students were big! We are excited to have enough tape to continue to repair binders on an as needed basis throughout the rest of the year AND we will be able to repair binders for students next year. Thank you, thank you for your generosity and for making this project come to fruition!","fullyFundedDate":1765993081067,"projectUrl":"project/binding-binders/9813033/","projectTitle":"Binding Binders!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4187273_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1486175472754","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-anderson119"},{"teacherId":10216774,"projectId":9691919,"letterContent":"The impact of your generosity goes far beyond just providing a place to sit; it has fundamentally transformed the physical and emotional landscape of our classroom. By introducing beanbags and various flexible seating options, these contributions have replaced a rigid, one-size-fits-all environment with a space that respects the individual needs of every student. For many children, the ability to choose a seat that fits their sensory needs or physical comfort level reduces restlessness and anxiety, allowing them to channel that saved energy directly into their lessons.\r\n\r\nBeyond the immediate physical comfort, this gift has fostered a sense of agency and responsibility within the students. When a student chooses a beanbag for independent reading or a floor cushion for a group project, they are practicing self-regulation and learning how they work best. This autonomy builds a classroom culture centered on trust and mutual respect. Your donors haven't just funded furniture; they have invested in a more inclusive, dynamic learning atmosphere where students feel empowered to take ownership of their education.","fullyFundedDate":1763134902700,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-incredible-young-mi/9691919/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for Incredible Young Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Stillings","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10216774"},{"teacherId":10305436,"projectId":9805746,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for fully funding my Incentives and Rewards project! Because of your generosity, our middle school special education students now have access to exciting and motivating incentives like Takis Fuego corn chips, M&M's and Sweetarts candy assortments, Hot Wheels cars, and fun drink mix varieties. These may seem like simple items, but in our classroom they are powerful tools that help reinforce positive behavior, goal completion, and social-emotional growth.\r\n\r\nOur students work incredibly hard every day to build academic skills, practice self-regulation strategies, and strengthen peer relationships. Having a structured rewards system allows us to immediately recognize their effort and progress in meaningful ways. The Hot Wheels cars have been especially motivating for students who thrive on collectible items, while the snacks and drink mixes give students tangible, high-interest rewards they can earn through perseverance and positive choices. Your support helps create a positive, encouraging environment where students feel successful and celebrated.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your investment in our classroom community. Your generosity not only provided supplies, but also boosted student morale, confidence, and engagement. 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