{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Bard High School Early College - Bronx","outOfStateSupporters":44.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4875990,"projectId":9963199,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Read Across America project. Because of your support, the library was full all week. Between 40 and 80 students showed up for each event, stopping in during lunch and between classes to take part, spend time in the space, and check out what was happening.\r\n\r\nMany students left with books to take home. The titles we shared were high-interest books that students had asked for, which made a big difference. When they saw books that matched their interests, they were much more willing to pick one up and give it a try. Throughout the week, I watched students compare books with friends and talk about which stories seemed worth reading. Some students came in just to join an activity but ended up staying longer than they planned. A few who don't usually check out books took one home anyway. Others asked about upcoming book clubs and writing workshops and said they would come back.\r\n\r\nYour support helped make the library a place students wanted to spend time during the week. Thank you for helping us put books into students' hands and giving them the chance to discover something they might enjoy reading.","fullyFundedDate":1772638520514,"projectUrl":"project/boost-literacy-with-read-across-america/9963199/","projectTitle":"Boost Literacy with Read Across America Week","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Guerrier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4875990_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1531978111924","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cguerrier"},{"teacherId":4505653,"projectId":10099032,"letterContent":"The snacks have made an incredible impact in the classroom. Now the entire class can be fed. Each student has access to snacks which has allowed them greater time on the instrument. The students are rapidly improving thanks to the snacks. Thank you for your kind donation.\r\n\r\nIn the fed environment, the students have been working on selections from classical music, jazz and popular music. Students have also been composing their own music on the keyboards. Students musical literacy has improved with greater exposure to the pianos. We have a piano recital in December where every student performed for the entire school and local community.\r\n\r\nAfter eating their snacks, students have also used the pianos to record their own playing. Students are beginning to compile an album of recorded piano music over the year. Students are able to have select compositions that they can perform and record.\r\n\r\nThe snacks has made a big impact on student learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for your kindness and support.","fullyFundedDate":1771257325376,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-hungry-students/10099032/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Hungry Students","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Harte","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4505653_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1498050133646","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4505653"},{"teacherId":4013859,"projectId":9943135,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for these wonderful gifts for my classroom. My students have been having a wonderful time exploring how the resources work. We have planted herbs and veggies and some are starting to sprout! See my attached photos for the little greens coming up. We have been learning about germination and growth cycles, indoor versus outdoor growing, and urban farming practices. \r\n\r\nThe plants also bring joy to other classes that use the room. I share the space with a fantastic art teacher who has been incorporating the leaves into her drawing lessons. \r\n\r\nThank you for enriching our students education and daily lives.","fullyFundedDate":1765471851536,"projectUrl":"project/urban-agriculture-for-environmental-arch/9943135/","projectTitle":"Urban Agriculture for Environmental Archaeology Class","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Martin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4013859"},{"teacherId":4505653,"projectId":9843428,"letterContent":"Thank you for your kindness and support. The students benefited from your kind donation to our growing music program. The virtual concert/ workshop has made an incredible impact in the classroom. Now the entire class is playing music at the same time. Each student has access to music instruments which has allowed them greater time for rehearsing. The students are rapidly improving thanks to the virtual concert/workshop. Thank you for your kind donation. We will have a student concert in December where every student performed for the entire school and local community.\r\n\r\nStudents are able to have select compositions that they can perform and record.\r\n\r\nThe virtual concert/workshop have made a big impact on student learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for your kindness and support.\r\n\r\nMuch thanks!!!","fullyFundedDate":1767234534973,"projectUrl":"project/virtual-cumbia-music-dance-concert-wor/9843428/","projectTitle":"Virtual Cumbia Music & Dance Concert-Workshop","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Harte","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4505653_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1498050133646","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4505653"},{"teacherId":4875990,"projectId":9949500,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project. Your kindness helped turn a simple idea into one of the most exciting moments we've had in the library this year. Our students took the lead in creating a \"blind date with a book\" display and they truly made it their own. They wrapped the books in the gift bags and book-print tissue paper, wrote short teaser descriptions, and arranged the display throughout the library. The bookends became display stands so students could prop up the featured books and teasers.\r\n\r\nWatching them debate which teasers would make someone curious enough to check out a book was such a great moment. Some students ended up leaving with books they never would have picked up on their own, which is exactly what we hoped for. We are brainstorming different ways we can use the Instant Pot for more events during the spring. Students are already asking if they can help run another blind date with a book display later in the year.","fullyFundedDate":1768227526737,"projectUrl":"project/warm-up-with-a-good-book/9949500/","projectTitle":"Warm Up With a Good Book","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Guerrier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4875990_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1531978111924","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cguerrier"},{"teacherId":4875990,"projectId":10007272,"letterContent":"When the materials arrived, I opened the boxes during lunch so students could see everything. My student library interns immediately started planning how the Book of the Month display would look and asked their friends for help with promoting the book. They wanted to reuse the materials for the next Book of the Month display and chose the colors red and gold to match the book covers of the books that they chose for February and March, Finding Refuge and (S)kin. \r\n\r\nThey printed posters to promote the display and set them up around campus. One moment that stood out was watching a student who usually just comes in quietly between classes stop at the display, pick up the featured book, and sit down to read the first few pages. That same student checked it out the next day.\r\n\r\nNext, students plan to rotate the Book of the Month more consistently and track whether checkouts increase when the display changes. They also want to connect future displays to themes like women's history, Caribbean literature, and student recommendations. My goal is to gradually release even more responsibility to them so the space continues to reflect what students actually want to see. Additionally, the crochet blankets are slowly coming together! I cannot wait to see how the space is transformed with those additions. Thank you for everything!!","fullyFundedDate":1769615071772,"projectUrl":"project/were-booked-for-february-in-the-library/10007272/","projectTitle":"We're Booked for February in the Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Guerrier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4875990_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1531978111924","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cguerrier"},{"teacherId":4505653,"projectId":10053013,"letterContent":"The snacks have made an incredible impact in the classroom. Now the entire class can be fed. Each student has access to snacks which has allowed them greater time on the instrument. The students are rapidly improving thanks to the snacks. Thank you for your kind donation.\r\n\r\nIn the fed environment, the students have been working on selections from classical music, jazz and popular music. Students have also been composing their own music on the keyboards. Students musical literacy has improved with greater exposure to the pianos. We have a piano recital in December where every student performed for the entire school and local community.\r\n\r\nAfter eating their snacks, students have also used the pianos to record their own playing. Students are beginning to compile an album of recorded piano music over the year. Students are able to have select compositions that they can perform and record.\r\n\r\nThe snacks has made a big impact on student learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for your kindness and support.","fullyFundedDate":1769780863145,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-hungry-students/10053013/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Hungry Students","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Harte","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4505653_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1498050133646","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4505653"},{"teacherId":4505653,"projectId":9631735,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations. Due to your generosity, we will have an Irish traditional music and dance concert featuring NYC Irish musicians such as John Redmond, Denny McCarthy, Sean Tierney, and Seanie McPhail. Students will learn to dance a jig and reel as well as listen to some wonderful Irish traditional music. This would not be possible without your generosity. The music students have never experienced Irish traditional music and dance at our school. It is time for them to experience, learn and perform Irish traditional music as they will be virtually performing in the St Patrick's day parade this year. Much thanks.","fullyFundedDate":1760693703079,"projectUrl":"project/virtual-irish-traditional-music-concert/9631735/","projectTitle":"Virtual Irish Traditional Music Concert & Dance Workshop","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Harte","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4505653_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1498050133646","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4505653"},{"teacherId":9817739,"projectId":9468854,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in providing menstrual hygiene kits for students at the high school. Your contribution has made a meaningful and immediate impact on our students' well-being, confidence, and ability to fully engage in their education.\r\n\r\nAccess to menstrual hygiene products is essential, yet many students face barriers that can affect attendance, focus, and emotional well-being. Because of your generosity, students now have reliable access to necessary supplies in a safe and supportive environment. This support has helped reduce stress and stigma while allowing students to remain present, comfortable, and focused throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your commitment to equity, health, and student dignity. Your partnership helps ensure that all students have the resources they need to thrive academically and emotionally.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a lasting difference in the lives of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1764737895468,"projectUrl":"project/feminine-hygiene-kits/9468854/","projectTitle":"Feminine Hygiene Kits","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rosario","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9817739_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y26&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754954295262","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9817739"},{"teacherId":9817739,"projectId":9575244,"letterContent":"At Bard High School Early College Bronx, we believe that our school walls should tell our story and set the tone for the community we strive to build. One of our ongoing priorities is to create and maintain a strong sense of belonging for every student who walks through our doors. The affirmations and encouraging messages displayed throughout the building help us reinforce that commitment.\r\n\r\nThe main office, in particular, is intentionally designed to be a welcoming space—a place where all students feel comfortable entering, knowing that someone will always be there to greet them and support them. The materials included in this package continue to help us cultivate that environment. They communicate clearly: All are welcome.\r\n\r\nOur students notice these details. They see when we update the affirmations on the walls and doors, and they love that we consistently take the time to make these thoughtful changes for them. These small but meaningful touches contribute to an atmosphere where students feel seen, valued, and uplifted every day.\r\n\r\nThank you for your donations to provide a Welcoming Environment.","fullyFundedDate":1758899002663,"projectUrl":"project/welcoming-environment/9575244/","projectTitle":"Welcoming Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rosario","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9817739_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y26&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754954295262","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9817739"},{"teacherId":4875990,"projectId":9957701,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project. This project has quickly become one of the most engaging parts of our library space, and students truly took ownership of it right away.\r\n\r\nThe audio recording phone has been the biggest hit. Students are using it to record short book reviews and make recommendations for their peers. I have seen students who are usually quiet during discussions really take to this. They come into the library asking if they can record another recommendation. Having the option to record instead of speak in front of a group has given them confidence and ownership.\r\n\r\nThey also regularly use the record player to play instrumentals of The Beatles' classics and enjoy getting to see how it works and the difference in sound between record players and speakers. This has given the library a lot of cool points with students. Thank you for investing in our students!","fullyFundedDate":1765990749956,"projectUrl":"project/for-the-record-students-lead-hands-on-l/9957701/","projectTitle":"For the Record, Students Lead Hands-On Learning in the Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Guerrier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4875990_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1531978111924","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cguerrier"},{"teacherId":4505653,"projectId":9631664,"letterContent":"The recording workshop have made an incredible impact in the classroom. Now the entire class can use the recording studio at the same time. Each student has access to instruments which has allowed them greater time on the instrument. The students are rapidly improving thanks to the recording workshop. Thank you for your kind donation.\r\n\r\nThe students have been listening to selections on the record players. Students have also been performing music from the recording workshop. Students musical literacy has improved with greater exposure to the recording workshop. We will have a winter recital in December where every student performed for the entire school and local community.\r\n\r\nStudents have also used the recording workshop to record their own playing. Students are beginning to compile an album of recorded percussion music over the year. Students are able to have select compositions that they can perform and record.\r\n\r\nThe timbales have made a big impact on student learning.","fullyFundedDate":1760693701942,"projectUrl":"project/virtual-recording-studio-workshop-for-mu/9631664/","projectTitle":"Virtual Recording Studio Workshop for Music Students","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Harte","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4505653_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1498050133646","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4505653"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_131746","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":401,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":85,"percentAsian":14,"percentBlack":32,"percentWhite":4,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":42,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"UNCLASSIFIED","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":55.2,"schoolId":131746,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Bard High School Early College - Bronx on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Bard High School Early College - Bronx","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/community-school-district-12/bard-high-school-early-college-bronx/131746"}