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{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Centennial Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":41.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9700487,"projectId":9445039,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us restock our art room with fresh markers, colored pencils, and erasers! The day the supplies arrived was so much fun, my students were thrilled to see the big box of colored pencils and couldn't wait to dive in. They immediately started brainstorming new ideas for their projects and loved having so many colors to choose from.\r\n\r\nWe've been using these supplies throughout the whole year, and they have helped with so many projects and activities in our classroom sketchbooks. The colored pencils have been especially popular, students have been able to add more detail and personality to their artwork than ever before. The extra erasers mean everyone can experiment, make changes, and really take creative risks without worrying about mistakes.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our art room is stocked and ready for more creative adventures. Up next, we'll be working on self-portraits, and I know the students are excited to use all these new materials to show off their unique styles. Your support means so much to us, and I'm so grateful you made this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1761250314593,"projectUrl":"project/art-room-restock-markers-colored-penci/9445039/","projectTitle":"Art Room Restock: Markers, Colored Pencils & Erasers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carrasco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9700487_orig.png?crop=1955,1955,x230,y352&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724372957008","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9700487"},{"teacherId":3119681,"projectId":10087235,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to sincerely thank you for making the compost spinner a reality for our student garden. Your support, effort, and generosity have made a meaningful impact on our school community, and we truly appreciate everything you have done to help bring this project to life.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our students now have access to a tool that will not only improve the health and productivity of our garden but also deepen their understanding of sustainability and environmental responsibility. The compost spinner is more than just a piece of equipment—it is an opportunity for hands-on learning, exploration, and growth. Students will be able to see firsthand how everyday food scraps and organic materials can be transformed into nutrient-rich soil that helps our plants thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1775132627556,"projectUrl":"project/compost-spinner/10087235/","projectTitle":"Compost Spinner","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. R.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3119681_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1508013370263","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ctms-randolph"},{"teacherId":3701157,"projectId":9530690,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredible support in funding our team sports, volleyball program. Your generosity has provided our students with essential equipment, and the opportunity to participate in team sports, which fosters teamwork, discipline, and school spirit. Because of you, our athletes can learn lifelong skills, build confidence, and create lasting memories on and off the court. We are deeply grateful for your commitment to our school community and for believing in the power of sports to inspire and unite. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1764379574227,"projectUrl":"project/volley-for-victory/9530690/","projectTitle":"Volley for Victory","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Marino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3701157_orig.png?crop=390,390,x0,y27&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658443128578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-marin0"},{"teacherId":3119681,"projectId":9868597,"letterContent":"I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who has generously donated Slim Jims and granola bars for our students. Your kindness and thoughtfulness have made a real and tangible difference in our classroom, and it has not gone unnoticed.\r\n\r\nMiddle school students are growing fast—physically, mentally, and emotionally—and sometimes that means they come to class hungry or need a quick boost to stay focused and engaged. Having snacks readily available helps ensure that all students can concentrate, participate, and feel supported during the school day. What may seem like a small gesture truly has a big impact.\r\n\r\nThe Slim Jims and granola bars have been especially appreciated because they are easy, filling, and student-approved. More importantly, they provide a reliable option for students who may have missed breakfast, stayed late after school, or simply need extra fuel to get through a challenging lesson. When students' basic needs are met, they are better able to learn, collaborate, and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1769178337473,"projectUrl":"project/power-pack/9868597/","projectTitle":"Power Pack","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. R.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3119681_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1508013370263","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ctms-randolph"},{"teacherId":1490785,"projectId":9737506,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating snacks to my classroom—this simple but powerful support has made a huge difference for my students. We use the snacks during longer math problem-solving sessions when students are working on challenging tasks that require sustained focus and deep thinking, especially when they are explaining their reasoning using Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning (CER). One moment that really stood out was seeing students who normally struggle to stay engaged remain focused, collaborate with their peers, and persist through difficult problems without giving up. Having access to snacks removed a real barrier to learning and helped create a calm, focused, and productive classroom environment.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the snacks, they were genuinely excited and incredibly grateful. Several students commented that it helped them concentrate better and feel more prepared to learn. It also sent a powerful message to them that people outside our classroom care about their success, which boosted both their motivation and their confidence.\r\n\r\nNext, we will continue using the snacks to support students during rigorous lessons that involve multi-step problem solving, math discussions, and written explanations of their thinking. Because of you, my students are able to focus on learning instead of being distracted by hunger—and that has made a meaningful, lasting impact on their effort, mindset, and achievement. Thank you for taking such good care of my students and supporting their learning. 💛","fullyFundedDate":1758855050443,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-to-power-math-thinking/9737506/","projectTitle":"Snacks to Power Math Thinking","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rico","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1490785_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1504571820842","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/arico"},{"teacherId":3701157,"projectId":9864628,"letterContent":"Every year there are about 50 excited girls who try out for the volleyball team at my school. It's important to me to give every student athlete a chance to thrive and show off their skills at volleyball tryouts. For this to be a reality, a coach needs a lot of volleyballs so that each player can practice with their own ball, and so that drills can run smoothly. \r\n\r\nMy student athlete know who important volleyballs are to practice and they were very excited to see that we received so many volleyballs from people that support them in school sports. One of their favorite games to play is called 'Serving Around the World'\r\nbecause they can get really good at serving really quickly and its fun and competitive. This game uses a lot of volleyballs and they were so grateful that we have enough volleyballs to play this game.","fullyFundedDate":1761955403000,"projectUrl":"project/vibrant-volley/9864628/","projectTitle":"Vibrant Volley","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Marino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3701157_orig.png?crop=390,390,x0,y27&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658443128578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-marin0"},{"teacherId":3119681,"projectId":9261512,"letterContent":"One of the most important benefits of classroom snacks is improved focus and attention. Students often come to class several hours after their last meal, and for some, that meal may have been small or nutritionally limited. Hunger can lead to irritability, fatigue, and difficulty concentrating. A simple snack can stabilize energy levels and allow students to better engage with instruction, discussions, and activities. When students are physically comfortable, they are far more likely to be mentally present.","fullyFundedDate":1753364096239,"projectUrl":"project/snack-attack-back/9261512/","projectTitle":"Snack Attack Back","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. R.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3119681_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1508013370263","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ctms-randolph"},{"teacherId":3119681,"projectId":9577106,"letterContent":"Providing snacks in the classroom may seem like a small gesture, but it can have a meaningful and lasting impact on student learning, behavior, and overall well-being. For many students, especially at the middle school level, hunger is a real barrier to engagement. When students are distracted by an empty stomach, it becomes much harder for them to focus, participate, and retain information. Classroom snacks help remove that barrier and create a learning environment where all students have a fair opportunity to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1762801059969,"projectUrl":"project/snackle-box/9577106/","projectTitle":"Snackle Box","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. R.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3119681_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1508013370263","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ctms-randolph"},{"teacherId":3119681,"projectId":9626903,"letterContent":"Adding a rolling rack for student backpacks has been a truly impactful improvement to our classroom environment, benefiting both students and teachers in meaningful and practical ways. While it may seem like a small change, the backpack rack has had a noticeable effect on organization, safety, efficiency, and overall classroom culture.\r\n\r\nSafety has been a major benefit. Backpacks on the floor can quickly become tripping hazards, especially in a busy middle school classroom where students are constantly moving. The rolling rack keeps walkways clear and reduces the risk of falls or injuries. This is particularly important during emergency drills, quick transitions, or collaborative activities when students need to move freely around the room. Knowing that the classroom is safer provides peace of mind for both students and staff.","fullyFundedDate":1766075094133,"projectUrl":"project/backpack-storage/9626903/","projectTitle":"Backpack Storage","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. R.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3119681_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1508013370263","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ctms-randolph"},{"teacherId":5495638,"projectId":9624684,"letterContent":"We want to thank you for allowing our students to start off the new year with all these amazing tools for the classroom. As we enter break Calculators, chargers and markers have been a big help. Students use ipads daily so chargers help them not worry about low batteries. Calculators allow for mistakes to happen be corrected and markers allow students to use pictorial evidence when they need to show more work. As we end units and celebrate with gift and prize giveaways, the pull back cars and candy are perfect.","fullyFundedDate":1758202898419,"projectUrl":"project/math-lete-starter-kit/9624684/","projectTitle":"Math-lete Starter Kit!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Pina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5495638_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y695&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740514689017","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5495638"},{"teacherId":1490785,"projectId":9482800,"letterContent":"The new markers, erasers, and math tools have become an essential part of how my students engage in Claim–Evidence–Reasoning (CER) work during our deeper math lessons. These materials support students in building, revising, and justifying their mathematical thinking in ways that pencil-and-paper tasks alone could not accomplish. One recent example comes from our unit on solving systems of equations. Students were given a real-world problem involving cost comparisons, where one equation was written in standard form and the other represented a rate of change. Using the new markers and whiteboard space, groups worked through multiple representations—tables, graphs, and symbolic equations—discussing which evidence best supported their claims and how to organize that reasoning clearly. The math tools, especially algebra tiles and graphing supports, helped several students visualize the structure of the problem before moving into the written CER portion. The materials allowed students to efficiently revise their work as their conversations deepened, and the erasers (something we previously lacked enough of) made it possible for groups to iterate without disruption. This one project demonstrated how the resources directly support rigorous mathematical discussions and help students justify their solutions with clarity.\r\n\r\nStudents responded positively when the materials were integrated into their routines—not because they were new, but because they solved practical barriers that often interfered with collaborative problem-solving. Before receiving these supplies, students frequently had to wait for working markers or share limited tools, which slowed down their progress during CER discussions. With the new resources available at every table, students were able to focus entirely on the math: constructing diagrams, revising equations, and documenting the evidence they would use to support their claims. Their reaction was one of relief and readiness. They immediately used the tools to organize their thinking more efficiently, and I noticed a shift in the quality of their mathematical conversations. With consistent access to markers and manipulatives, students engaged more fully and asked more precise questions of one another—questions like, \"Does this representation actually support our claim?\" and \"Which piece of evidence best proves the intersection point?\" The materials improved the structure and depth of their discussions rather than simply adding novelty or excitement.\r\n\r\nOur next steps involve continuing to integrate CER into increasingly complex problem-solving tasks and reinforcing the habits of mathematical conversation that the students have been developing. We are beginning a unit in which students analyze linear relationships in multiple contexts, and the markers and tools will be used to model scenarios, compare strategies, and prepare written explanations that clearly connect claims to evidence. Students will also participate in group \"reasoning checks,\" where they leave their whiteboard models visible for peers to review and critique. This process strengthens their ability to justify their thinking and supports the long-term goal of helping students communicate mathematically with confidence and precision. The donors' contribution has ensured that every student can fully engage in this work without the interruptions or limitations we previously faced. These tools will continue to play a direct role in helping students develop strong reasoning skills and maintain productive, collaborative math conversations throughout the year.","fullyFundedDate":1757528898842,"projectUrl":"project/tools-to-experience-math/9482800/","projectTitle":"Tools To Experience Math","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rico","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1490785_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1504571820842","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/arico"},{"teacherId":3119681,"projectId":9627143,"letterContent":"I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generosity in helping provide snacks for our classroom. Your support has made a meaningful difference in the daily lives of our students, and I want you to know how deeply appreciated it is by me, by our school community, and most importantly, by the kids who benefit from your kindness every single day.\r\n\r\nIn middle school, students are balancing academics, social pressures, growing bodies, and busy schedules. Something as simple as having a snack available can make an enormous impact on their ability to stay focused, stay motivated, and stay confident. Thanks to your donations, our classroom has become a place where students know they can count on having something to eat when they need it. 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