{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Trenton Ninth Grade Academy","outOfStateSupporters":69.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9791543,"projectId":9757494,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for supporting my donors choose project. The portable chargers for the iPads allow my students to always be engaged in the work. Often times, my students' iPads are not charged. Sometimes circumstances in the home keep them from being able to charge their iPads at home. By having the portable charges, they are able to charge their iPads while working at their desks, in large and small groups, or when working with a partner. \r\n\r\nOther teachers have been inspired to also purchase the portable chargers after seeing how quickly the portable chargers get the iPads up and running even when the charge is very low or at 0%. The students are very responsible and always return the portable chargers at the end of class because they realize the benefit of having access to them when they really need them.","fullyFundedDate":1758820184349,"projectUrl":"project/powering-up-math-learning-with-portable/9757494/","projectTitle":"Powering Up Math Learning with Portable iPad Chargers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Clark","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9791543_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y90&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748973098604","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9791543"},{"teacherId":9820399,"projectId":9491776,"letterContent":"First and foremost, the red polos created a strong sense of unity and belonging. For many young men, especially those navigating challenging environments, feeling connected to something positive and structured is essential. Wearing the same polo eliminated visible differences related to socioeconomic status, fashion trends, or personal circumstances. Instead of focusing on individual differences, the group presented itself as one brotherhood with a shared mission. This sense of belonging fostered mutual respect and encouraged participants to support one another, reinforcing the idea that no one stands alone within the program.\r\nThe color red itself played a significant role in shaping mindset and behavior. Red is often associated with strength, confidence, leadership, passion, and courage—qualities the mentoring group intentionally works to instill. When the young men put on the red polos, they were reminded that they represent something greater than themselves. The shirts became a visual cue that they were expected to carry themselves with discipline, responsibility, and integrity. Mentors observed that participants were more mindful of their behavior while wearing the polos, both during meetings and when representing the group in public spaces.\r\nProfessionalism was another key benefit. The red polos elevated the group's appearance at meetings, school functions, community events, and service projects. The uniform look helped the young men feel prepared, respected, and confident when interacting with adults, community leaders, and peers. For many participants, this was an important lesson in presentation and first impressions—skills that directly translate to future success in academics, careers, and leadership roles. The polos reinforced that how one presents oneself matters and can open doors to opportunity.\r\nVisibility and recognition within the community also increased significantly. The red polos made the mentoring group easily identifiable at events and activities, helping the Brotherhood Male Mentoring Group establish a strong and positive presence. Community members, school staff, and parents were able to quickly recognize the group, which helped build credibility and trust. This visibility sparked conversations about the program's mission and impact, leading to greater community engagement and support. In many cases, the polos served as a conversation starter, allowing mentors and mentees to proudly share the purpose of the brotherhood.\r\nAdditionally, the red polos reinforced accountability and responsibility. When young men wore the shirt, they understood they were representing the values of the program at all times. This encouraged better decision-making, improved conduct, and a heightened sense of personal responsibility. Mentors used the polos as a teaching tool, reminding participants that being part of the brotherhood means upholding its standards both inside and outside of structured activities. Over time, this reinforced positive habits and self-discipline.\r\nFinally, the emotional impact of the red polos should not be overlooked. For many participants, receiving the polo was a moment of pride and accomplishment. It symbolized acceptance, progress, and commitment to personal growth. The polos became a tangible reminder that they are seen, valued, and invested in. This boost in self-esteem contributed to stronger engagement in mentoring sessions, improved confidence, and a greater willingness to take on leadership roles within the group.\r\nIn conclusion, the red polo shirts had a profound impact on the Brotherhood Male Mentoring Group. They strengthened unity, promoted professionalism, increased community visibility, reinforced accountability, and instilled pride and confidence in the young men. More than just clothing, the red polos became a symbol of brotherhood, purpose, and positive identity—supporting the program's mission to develop strong, disciplined, and confident young men prepared to lead and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1758202856379,"projectUrl":"project/red-uniform-polos/9491776/","projectTitle":"Red Uniform Polos","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Bender","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9820399"},{"teacherId":9820399,"projectId":9491760,"letterContent":"The polo t-shirts provided a sense of unity, pride, and professionalism for the Brotherhood Male Mentoring Group. Wearing the polos helped our young men feel connected to the brotherhood, strengthened group identity, and reinforced positive behavior and accountability. The shirts also enhanced our visibility at events and in the community, allowing mentors and mentees to represent the program with confidence and purpose. Your contributions mean more than you know. My students really appreciate and wear the shirts with pride","fullyFundedDate":1758202855905,"projectUrl":"project/white-polo-uniform-shirts/9491760/","projectTitle":"White Polo Uniform Shirts","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Bender","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9820399"},{"teacherId":7158147,"projectId":9656246,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my project and providing me and my students with the upgraded cords to provide extra \"juice\" for our devices. The extremely long power strips (with over 12 plugs on them!) and the 10 foot charging cords for their iPads have been working great!\r\n\r\nWith these supplies, students are able to stay at their desks, or interact with activities around the room without being tethered to the wall with a 3 foot cord. They can power their devices and still be involved seamlessly and it is amazing!\r\n\r\nWithout your ongoing support, I would not have these materials to share with my students, so again, I cannot thank you enough for your donations!","fullyFundedDate":1758636662725,"projectUrl":"project/stayin-alive-part-2/9656246/","projectTitle":"Stayin' Alive!! 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They can power their devices and still be involved seamlessly and it is amazing!\r\n\r\nWithout your ongoing support, I would not have these materials to share with my students, so again, I cannot thank you enough for your donations!","fullyFundedDate":1746787065164,"projectUrl":"project/stayin-alive/9300458/","projectTitle":"Stayin Alive!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7158147_orig.jpg?crop=364,364,x0,y4&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1601399787078","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7158147"},{"teacherId":7158147,"projectId":9036748,"letterContent":"Having brand new headphones in my classroom has made such a difference! Instead of trying to use beat up headphones that may only have one ear work, the over ear style of these headphones are amazing! Students no longer have to hear the sound from the iPad of the student next to them while trying to complete an assignment. Let's be honest, in this day and age, sometimes allowing students to have music playing at a low volume through headphones makes all the difference in students completing their work.\r\n\r\nStudents who need to translate information are able to listen to it without causing any distractions to other students. \r\n\r\nThank you, as always for your continued support towards both my students and me!","fullyFundedDate":1742904025933,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-focus/9036748/","projectTitle":"Headphones for Focus","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7158147_orig.jpg?crop=364,364,x0,y4&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1601399787078","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7158147"},{"teacherId":7158147,"projectId":9752711,"letterContent":"Having the upgraded adaptors for the headphones I had previously purchased is a game changer! Students no longer have to hear the sound from the iPad of the student next to them while trying to complete an assignment. Let's be honest, in this day and age, sometimes allowing students to have music playing at a low volume through headphones makes all the difference in students completing their work.\r\n\r\nStudents who need to translate information are able to listen to it without causing any distractions to other students. \r\n\r\nIf we didnt get the adaptors ordered in this upgrade, my previous purchase would just be collecting dust! \r\n\r\nThank you, as always for your continued support towards both my students and me!","fullyFundedDate":1758814166479,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-focus-upgrade/9752711/","projectTitle":"Headphones For Focus Upgrade!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7158147_orig.jpg?crop=364,364,x0,y4&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1601399787078","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7158147"},{"teacherId":9918151,"projectId":9721480,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our classroom. Because of you, my students now have access to portable chargers that ensure learning never has to stop due to a drained device.\r\n\r\nMy 9th-grade Algebra and Geometry students rely on iPads every day to explore math through graphing, interactive problem-solving, and visual learning tools. Before your support, students often lost valuable instructional time when devices ran out of power. Thanks to you, they can now stay fully engaged, focused, and confident throughout the entire class period.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has made a direct and meaningful impact on my students—especially those from low-income households—by providing equitable access to the tools they need to succeed. These chargers may seem small, but they have made a powerful difference in keeping our classroom running smoothly and ensuring no student is left behind.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and myself, thank you for believing in our classroom and investing in their success. Your support is truly appreciated and will continue to make a difference every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1758467546491,"projectUrl":"project/powering-up-math-learning-with-ipad-char/9721480/","projectTitle":"Powering Up Math Learning with iPad Chargers!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Waddell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/latoyawaddell"},{"teacherId":10282646,"projectId":9904179,"letterContent":"Thank you! Your support of our students and our community clothing closet is so appreciated. My students are so grateful to be able to have the opportunity to participate in winter festivities and activities with the materials that were provided in this project. The impacts of these kinds of projects, especially for kids with high needs, are tremendous in our community! We support the Life Skills students and students experiencing social and emotional crises throughout the year.\r\n\r\nWe are really looking forward to continuing this school year in the most positive way possible. Our students and staff experienced a difficult school year last year due to teacher shortages and learning loss from the pandemic. Creating a classroom environment that is positive, supportive, respectful, and engaging is tantamount to a successful fall. We couldn't do it without the support of the Donorschoose community.\r\n\r\nPlease consider our class for the future. Right now we are requesting a few very important things for our classroom. The most important project posted is for leggings for our girls who have high needs - these projects make a huge impact in our clothes closet. We are also seeking materials for upcoming events that we are planning and for our climate and culture initatives. Our future project requests include items like new technology for our students, hygiene matierals, basic needs, and mindfulness items. We are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1764252754906,"projectUrl":"project/girls-in-need-3/9904179/","projectTitle":"Girls in Need - 3","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Diggs","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10282646"},{"teacherId":9918151,"projectId":9682114,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for supporting my project and believing in my students. They are such a hardworking and determined group of learners, and your gift provides exactly what they need to shine.\r\n\r\nIn a busy, noisy shared classroom space, it's easy for students to feel lost—not because they lack the desire to learn, but because they simply can't hear or fully engage. Your donation changes that. With a classroom microphone and a full set of stylus pens, my students finally have the tools to hear clearly, participate actively, and interact with math in hands-on ways that build confidence.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping create a classroom environment where every student can be seen, heard, and supported. Thank you for making a meaningful difference in their learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1757972024147,"projectUrl":"project/pencils-pens-and-sound-making-math-ac/9682114/","projectTitle":"Pencils, Pens, and Sound: Making Math Accessible for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Waddell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/latoyawaddell"},{"teacherId":7842757,"projectId":9938426,"letterContent":"Thank you! Your support of our students and our important PBL projects is so appreciated. My students are so grateful to be able to participate in interesting activities using the materials that were provided in this project. The impacts of these kinds of projects, especially for kids with high needs, are tremendous in our community! I am go grateful for your support as we are now underway into the fall semester and are already planning for programming for our outdoor classroom, indoor garden, and Life Skills students throughout the year.\r\n\r\nWe are really looking forward to continuing this school year in the most positive way possible. Our students and staff experienced a difficult school year last year due to teacher shortages and learning loss from the pandemic. Creating a classroom environment that is positive, supportive, respectful, and engaging is tantamount to a successful fall. We couldn't do it without the support of the Donorschoose community.\r\n\r\nPlease consider our class for the future. Right now we are requesting a few very important things for our classroom. The most important project posted is for an additional indoor classroom hydroponic garden - now that we have partnered with our autistic Life Skills students, these projects support their daily routines. We are also seeking materials for PBL projects that we have upcoming and for our outdoor classroom. Our future project requests include items like printers and technology for our Social Media and Broadcasting club, larger hydroponic gardens, mindfulness items, books, and basic needs. We are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1764703446563,"projectUrl":"project/environmental-csi-forensic-pbl/9938426/","projectTitle":"Environmental CSI - Forensic PBL","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Flora","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7842757_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y181&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1620137338606","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-flora"},{"teacherId":7842757,"projectId":9938434,"letterContent":"Thank you! Your support of our students and our holiday event is so appreciated. My students are so grateful to be able to utilize the materials that were provided in this project to create a more festive environment. The impacts of these kinds of projects, especially for kids with high needs, are tremendous in our community! I am go grateful for your support as we are now underway into the fall semester and are already planning for programming for our outdoor classroom, indoor garden, and Life Skills students throughout the year.\r\n\r\nWe are really looking forward to continuing this school year in the most positive way possible. Our students and staff experienced a difficult school year last year due to teacher shortages and learning loss from the pandemic. Creating a classroom environment that is positive, supportive, respectful, and engaging is tantamount to a successful fall. We couldn't do it without the support of the Donorschoose community.\r\n\r\nPlease consider our class for the future. Right now we are requesting a few very important things for our classroom. The most important project posted is for an additional indoor classroom hydroponic garden - now that we have partnered with our autistic Life Skills students, these projects support their daily routines. We are also seeking materials for PBL projects that we have upcoming and for our outdoor classroom. Our future project requests include items like printers and technology for our Social Media and Broadcasting club, larger hydroponic gardens, mindfulness items, books, and basic needs. 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