{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Betsy Ross Arts & Design Academy","outOfStateSupporters":46.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9313180,"projectId":10024574,"letterContent":"Thank you again so much for your generous donation!\r\n\r\nAn English classroom needs books, especially in a middle school with plenty of reluctant readers! So the high-interest books provided were an invaluable addition to our classroom library.\r\n\r\nAnd while snacks may seem a bit frivolous, they're anything but for a student who didn't eat the night before.\r\n\r\nNow, not all of the materials supplied to my classroom were that exciting, but those necessities are what keep everything comfortable and running smoothly, and that leads to our kids' long-term success.","fullyFundedDate":1778176675848,"projectUrl":"project/books-snacks-and-essential-supplies/10024574/","projectTitle":"Books, Snacks, and Essential Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Viebranz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9313180_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y136&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696188714844","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9313180"},{"teacherId":6473396,"projectId":10269760,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in funding our new headphones and plastic bag storage holders! In our classroom, technology plays a vital role in personalizing learning, especially during our daily independent i-Ready math lessons. While technology at home is often used for entertainment or communication, in our classroom, these headphones transform chromebooks into interactive, adaptive learning hubs. The i-Ready program uses real-time audio instructions, guided visual prompts, and immediate feedback to meet each student at their exact skill level. Having dedicated, clear audio allows students to focus deeply on complex math concepts, hear step-by-step explanations without classroom distractions, and master key skills at their own individual pace.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part of this new arrival for my students has been the independence and responsibility that come with the full setup. They love having crisp, comfortable sound for their lessons, but they are equally thrilled with the plastic bag holders! Each student now has a clean, organized spot to keep their headphones safe and untangled. This simple storage solution gives them a sense of ownership over their learning tools—they take immense pride in retrieving their gear, setting up their workspace efficiently, and putting everything neatly away when math time wraps up.","fullyFundedDate":1780430114018,"projectUrl":"project/learning-with-clarity/10269760/","projectTitle":"Learning with Clarity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Duncan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6473396_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y80&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655935380351","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6473396"},{"teacherId":8056069,"projectId":10443803,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation to our project. These materials have already started to make an impact in our classroom today when we started using the materials to play a math game. Students were excited to use the materials.\r\n\r\nMy class is heavily supported through Donor's Choose. You have joined a community of amazing people, and my classroom runs smoother and more efficiently because of people like you who believe in us enough to make sure we have the things we need. Thank you for making the difference!","fullyFundedDate":1787347969391,"projectUrl":"project/odds-and-ends/10443803/","projectTitle":"Odds and Ends","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murawski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8056069_orig.jpg?crop=481,481,x0,y51&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1639590710471","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8056069"},{"teacherId":8056069,"projectId":10379809,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation towards our project. The excitement on their faces as the boxes were delivered were priceless. New snacks, what could be better?\r\n\r\nStudents are working hard to earn rewards, staying focused, and just being great kids. These snacks are encouragement to be their best selves and to help one another do better.\r\n\r\nI love being the teacher that is there to provide them with a snack when they need it. I also love being the teacher who gives them snacks as rewards for winning math games. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to be that teacher!","fullyFundedDate":1784248136508,"projectUrl":"project/snack-attack/10379809/","projectTitle":"Snack Attack","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murawski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8056069_orig.jpg?crop=481,481,x0,y51&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1639590710471","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8056069"},{"teacherId":8056069,"projectId":10340450,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation to our project. These materials have already started to make an impact in our classroom. Today when students entered the classroom, they were excited to see the cabinet doors all decorated necely with the wood themed paper. It makes the room feel kind and finished. \r\n\r\nMy class is heavily supported through Donor's Choose. You have joined a community of amazing people, and my classroom runs smoother and more efficiently because of people like you who believe in us enough to make sure we have the things we need. Thank you for making the difference!","fullyFundedDate":1782169276341,"projectUrl":"project/walking-in-the-woods/10340450/","projectTitle":"Walking in the Woods","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murawski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8056069_orig.jpg?crop=481,481,x0,y51&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1639590710471","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8056069"},{"teacherId":9714095,"projectId":10236879,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting Comfort That Supports Confidence. Your generosity provided deodorant for both male and female students, along with body wash wipes—items that have had an immediate and meaningful impact on our classroom community.\r\n\r\nMany of my students come to school carrying challenges that aren't always visible. Having access to hygiene supplies has helped them feel more comfortable, confident, and ready to learn. Several students expressed relief knowing they could discreetly take what they needed without embarrassment\r\n\r\nYour kindness has created a more supportive, inclusive environment—one where students can focus on academics instead of basic needs. Thank you for helping us provide care that truly matters.","fullyFundedDate":1785259749887,"projectUrl":"project/comfort-that-supports-confidence/10236879/","projectTitle":"Comfort That Supports Confidence","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Courtney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9714095"},{"teacherId":9714095,"projectId":10236814,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting Smooth Prints, Smooth Learning. The classroom printer and laminating sheets you provided have transformed the way my students access materials, stay organized, and engage with daily learning. Having the ability to print quickly and reliably has allowed me to create individualized resources—reference sheets, vocabulary cards, graphic organizers, and reading supports—that meet students exactly where they are.\r\n\r\nThe laminating sheets have been especially exciting for students. They love using durable, reusable materials that feel \"official\" and high‑quality. One student said, \"It feels like we're using real tools,\" and that sense of pride has carried into their work. Laminated checklists, sentence stems, and quick‑reference guides have helped students transition more smoothly between tasks and stay focused during independent work time. These materials have also supported our multilingual learners, who benefit from clear, consistent visual supports they can use every day.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made our classroom more efficient, more supportive, and more joyful. Thank you for giving my students tools that truly elevate their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1778291535907,"projectUrl":"project/smooth-prints-smooth-learning/10236814/","projectTitle":"Smooth Prints, Smooth Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Courtney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9714095"},{"teacherId":9714095,"projectId":10228245,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting Literacy Tools to Spark a Love for Reading. Your generosity brought an exciting collection of graphic novels and YA titles into our classroom, including \"Break\", \"Amelia Aierwood: Basic Witch\", \"Four Eyes\", \"Invisible\", \"Duel\", \"Frizzy\", \"A Song Below Water\", and \"Awkward\". These books immediately energized our reading community and opened new pathways for students who have been searching for stories that feel accessible, relevant, and engaging.\r\n\r\nThese books have also strengthened our small‑group discussions. Students are referencing specific panels, comparing characters across series, and writing more thoughtful responses in their notebooks. The accessibility of graphic novels has allowed reluctant readers to participate confidently, while the YA titles have challenged advanced readers to explore complex themes. Our classroom feels more joyful, more connected, and more academically focused because of your support.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us build a reading environment where every student can find a story that speaks to them.","fullyFundedDate":1777989249690,"projectUrl":"project/literacy-tools-to-spark-a-love-for-readi/10228245/","projectTitle":"Literacy Tools to Spark a Love for Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Courtney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9714095"},{"teacherId":9714095,"projectId":10165109,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting Ready to Learn: Writing Supplies for Success. Your generosity provided my students with Mead Composition Notebooks and Shuttle Art Mechanical Pencils—simple materials that immediately changed the tone and readiness in my classroom.\r\n\r\nMy students have already used these materials in our reading and writing workshops. Students are taking more organized notes, tracking vocabulary, and drafting responses with greater independence. During a recent lesson, I watched them settle into their work quickly—no searching for supplies, no delays—just focused writing. These routines have strengthened our transitions and allowed us to spend more time on meaningful instruction.\r\n\r\nAs we move into our next unit, these notebooks will become daily tools for reflection, annotation, and skill‑building. Your support has set my students up for success not only now but throughout the year. We are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1778291535678,"projectUrl":"project/ready-to-learn-writing-supplies-for-suc/10165109/","projectTitle":"Ready to Learn: Writing Supplies for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Courtney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9714095"},{"teacherId":9714095,"projectId":10164212,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting Clean Spaces, Clear Minds. Your generosity has transformed the daily experience in our classroom. Students immediately noticed how fresh, organized, and welcoming the room felt with the new cleaning and storage materials. \r\n\r\nWe've been using these supplies to build routines that help students stay focused, take ownership of their space, and transition more smoothly between activities. A recent moment that stood out was during our reading workshop: students independently grabbed materials, tidied their areas, and settled in with a level of calm and readiness we hadn't seen before.\r\n\r\nThese improvements have strengthened our learning environment and set the stage for deeper engagement in upcoming projects. Your kindness made this possible, and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1778464280340,"projectUrl":"project/clean-spaces-clear-minds/10164212/","projectTitle":"Clean Spaces, Clear Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Courtney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9714095"},{"teacherId":10361581,"projectId":9924427,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding my Wilson Reading Intervention project for the students with disabilities at Betsy Ross Arts and Design Academy. Your generosity provided our students with access to structured, evidence-based reading instruction and materials designed to build essential literacy skills. This support will help create meaningful opportunities for students to strengthen their decoding, fluency, comprehension, and confidence as readers.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our students will have the tools and instruction they need to make progress at their own pace and experience success in the classroom. Your investment sends an important message: every student deserves access to resources that meet their individual learning needs and empower them to reach their full potential. Thank you for believing in our learners and helping make a lasting difference in their educational journey.","fullyFundedDate":1773865034033,"projectUrl":"project/wilson-reading-intervention/9924427/","projectTitle":"Wilson Reading Intervention","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Young","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10361581_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1770832466521","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10361581"},{"teacherId":3404840,"projectId":10395903,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! In our space, comfort, organization, and a clean environment are fundamental to focused learning. When students feel prepared, comfortable, and cared for, they can fully engage with their coursework without minor daily distractions getting in the way. Your kindness helps us build an inviting, orderly environment where students can stay focused on reading, writing, and growing together.\r\nYour gift directly impacts our daily routine by providing these essential supplies:\r\nComposition Notebooks: Gives every student a durable, dedicated space for daily journaling, vocabulary practice, close reading reflections, and creative writing projects.\r\nTissues & Air Care Products: Keeps our shared space fresh, clean, and hygienic, minimizing germ spread and health distractions—especially during seasonal changes.\r\nStorage & Freezer Bags: Helps us safely organize and protect instructional materials, individual reading packets, art supplies, and learning resources so everything stays intact and accessible.\r\nStarting each day with a fully stocked and well-equipped room sets a tone of care and dignity for every student who walks through the door. 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