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{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Centennial Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":36.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9241695,"projectId":9751051,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your support in helping create a calm and welcoming space in my classroom. Your generosity has had a truly positive impact on every student who comes through my door.\r\n\r\nThe headphones have been used daily in every class. I now have enough for all students, allowing everyone to enjoy a focused, distraction-free environment. Students have noticed that the headphones not only help them concentrate on their tasks, but also serve as a visual signal to others that they are engaged and prefer not to be interrupted. This has encouraged stronger work habits throughout the class, as students see their peers striving to become better readers and writers.\r\n\r\nThe markers also arrived at the perfect time, as my previous set—nearly two years old—had begun to dry out. Students are now able to use the new markers during dry-erase board activities, to create blackout poetry, and to participate more actively on the classroom board.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1760447573351,"projectUrl":"project/some-peace-and-quiet/9751051/","projectTitle":"Some Peace and Quiet!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wagner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9241695"},{"teacherId":9991760,"projectId":9236188,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been filled with books that spark curiosity, courage, and creativity. These texts have introduced my students to big ideas like perseverance, problem-solving, and growth mindset. For example, After the Fall helped us explore how Humpty Dumpty overcomes fear and failure, which opened the door for conversations about resilience and trying again after setbacks. In The Most Magnificent Thing and Ish, students learned to recognize the difference between a character's momentary feelings and their deeper character traits like determination and creativity. These skills go beyond reading. These are the same traits my students now practice when writing about characters and using text evidence to support their thinking.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is interactive and lively. We read aloud together, pausing to share predictions and questions. Students work in pairs to discuss what characters might be feeling versus what traits they are showing, and they respond creatively by rewriting endings or acting out a scene to show how a character changes. These activities invite every learner in, whether they shine through speaking, drawing, moving, or writing, and they make reading feel like something we do together rather than alone.\r\n\r\nI've also seen students who are usually hesitant to read find a way in through these stories. One student who struggles with decoding was captivated when we paired the book with the animated short Piper. He connected Piper's persistence to Humpty Dumpty's journey and eagerly joined discussions he might otherwise avoid. Another student with a strong artistic side began sketching characters to capture their traits before writing about them, giving her confidence and structure in her work. Perhaps the most rewarding change has been hearing students naturally use new words like \"determined,\" \"brave,\" and \"creative\" in their everyday conversations. They aren't just reading books—they are finding language to describe themselves and the kind of people they want to become.","fullyFundedDate":1744235578625,"projectUrl":"project/reading-reflecting-writing-powerful-b/9236188/","projectTitle":"Reading, Reflecting, Writing: Powerful Books for Powerful Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nelson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9991760_orig.jpg?crop=500,500,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743813056463","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9991760"},{"teacherId":9492048,"projectId":9203397,"letterContent":"Having a mindful serenity space in our library has become an essential part of middle school students' well-being and learning success. This space provides a quiet and peaceful environment where students can focus without distractions, helping to improve concentration and information retention. Since making some changes to create a relaxing atmosphere, we have noticed more students wanting to visit the library to recharge mentally and emotionally. \r\n\r\nThe opportunity to reset allows students to return to their work feeling calmer, more focused, and ready to engage fully. At Centennial, we sincerely thank you for your generous contributions, which support not only the academic growth of all our students but also their emotional health—fostering a positive and balanced learning experience","fullyFundedDate":1746441361498,"projectUrl":"project/mindful-serenity-cove/9203397/","projectTitle":"Mindful-Serenity Cove","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. R. Curtis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9492048_orig.jpg?crop=250,250,x0,y83&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742659876616","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9492048"},{"teacherId":6613889,"projectId":9146588,"letterContent":"I am so excited to share that students will now be using these new books to strengthen their literacy skills by incorporating nonfiction reading into our curriculum. These resources give students the opportunity to explore real-world topics, broaden their understanding of the world, and develop critical thinking skills. By working with nonfiction texts, students are building their ability to analyze information, recognize key ideas, and connect reading to their own lives.\r\n\r\nOur goal is to support every student in becoming a stronger reader, writer, and thinker. With these materials, students will engage in meaningful discussions, conduct research, and practice strategies that improve comprehension and vocabulary. Most importantly, the nonfiction books provide a bridge between classroom learning and the skills students need beyond school.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us make this possible. Your generosity is not only adding to our classroom library but also helping our students grow into confident, informed learners.","fullyFundedDate":1747140754609,"projectUrl":"project/pages-of-the-past/9146588/","projectTitle":"Pages of the Past","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Easton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6613889"},{"teacherId":8422048,"projectId":8951832,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation of wipes and dice last fall. I know that was the weirdest request ever, BUT it accomplished two big goals:\r\n1. We stayed healthy this winter! I only had about 6 kids miss my class this winter, and a lot of the absences were for sports moreso than illness. Our computer screens did get kind of icky through it all (weird!), but the screen wipes took care of it! That's a win!\r\n2. We learned how to play Biscuits, and loved it so much that we took it home to our families as well. So, we got to bond and will help our families do the same!!","fullyFundedDate":1736518457180,"projectUrl":"project/when-school-gets-messy-grab-a-wipea/8951832/","projectTitle":"When School Gets Messy, Grab a Wipe....And Some Dice","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gagnon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8422048_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743781583344","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8422048"},{"teacherId":3302269,"projectId":8570066,"letterContent":"Your generosity has reinvigorated our classroom. The technology tools and materials have enhanced our learning environment. The Bluetooth has made listening a priority. Students do not have to listen to the reverberation of the sound coming through the projector. Headphones have provided buffers from noise that help writers to focus better. Students have also used them when watching video clips, and those who may have missed out on part of instruction use them to catch up with class instruction upon their return. The classroom supplies have been used for modeling effective writing strategies. \r\n\r\nLearners especially have enjoyed the hands-on supplies. The grammar games have been a true hit. The pointer has engaged student in the editing process. The poster board and Sharpies have come in very handy for writing projects. The collaborative brainstorming and generation of ideas have certainly been improved with access to these resources.","fullyFundedDate":1723166854085,"projectUrl":"project/working-wordcrafters-need-modeling-tools/8570066/","projectTitle":"Working Wordcrafters Need Modeling Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Priest","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3302269_orig.png?crop=502,502,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628565046202","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3302269"},{"teacherId":9492048,"projectId":8840992,"letterContent":"One of the most immediate impacts of reading with middle school students is to expose students to new vocabulary, sentence structures, and concepts, which improves their language skills and writing abilities. \r\n\r\nReading also boosts critical thinking skills. As students dive into complex plots, characters, and themes, they learn to analyze information, make predictions, and think critically about what they're reading. For instance, eighth graders are sharpening these skills with The Outsiders. These abilities extend beyond reading and support academic success across subjects, no matter a student's reading level.\r\n\r\nIn today's world filled with distractions like smartphones, social media, and video games, books offer middle school students a chance to develop focus and concentration. Reading requires sustained attention, and the more students read, the better they get at concentrating for longer periods. It's one of the many benefits that reading provides for their development.","fullyFundedDate":1730902052302,"projectUrl":"project/get-carried-away-with-books/8840992/","projectTitle":"Get Carried Away With Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. R. 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The folders will be so helpful in replacement of worn, dilapidated folders used presently and for many years. The labels will be used to mark clearly the student materials for day to day use. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your amazing support of our Gifted students! \r\n\r\nYou are appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1737338716627,"projectUrl":"project/much-needed-classroom-supplies-promote-s/8937416/","projectTitle":"Much Needed Classroom Supplies Promote Student Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kruis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6644453_orig.jpg?crop=415,415,x104,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723062947496","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bethkruis"},{"teacherId":6277434,"projectId":8846516,"letterContent":"These books have helped my students get excited about reading. One of my students has just come from another country and she is so excited to read some of these lovely books! Other students come from low- income homes that have no books so taking home these beautiful, fun books has made them very happy. Reading books on a student's level helps them improve their reading and these books have motivated them to read more!\r\n I really appreciate your generosity in purchasing us these books for take- home reading. Many students will be able to read them for years to come!\r\n Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1728101655482,"projectUrl":"project/fun-books-to-motivate-struggling-readers/8846516/","projectTitle":"Fun Books to Motivate Struggling Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Furgurson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6277434"},{"teacherId":6225941,"projectId":8854604,"letterContent":"I want to thank you for investing in my classroom and in my students. I have been a science teacher for 15 years and during that time it's been difficult to portray to my students the impact of images, diagrams, charts, and models in black and white. \r\n\r\nI have always worked in Title 1 schools where the marker of how many student eat free and reduced lunches is greater. These students often don't travel outside of their rural community and rarely experience what science exists in their environment. \r\n\r\nI can bring science to them, in color, with this color printer. Thank you so very much for supporting my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1729046153376,"projectUrl":"project/color-makes-everything-better/8854604/","projectTitle":"Color Makes Everything Better!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kaminski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6225941_orig.jpg?crop=1184,1184,x206,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597099645605","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-kaminski"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_40985","usesÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":540,"numTeachers":35,"percentFrplEligible":58,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":58,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":37,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"15.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":64.0,"schoolId":40985,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Centennial Middle School on @ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½:","schoolName":"Centennial Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/colorado/montrose-co-sch-dist-re-1j/centennial-middle-school/40985"}