{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"The Brooklyn School for Social Justice","outOfStateSupporters":46.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1622033,"projectId":9419301,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Physical Education program. Because of your kindness, our students now have access to much-needed equipment and supplies that will make a meaningful difference in both our gym and dance studio.\r\nThe volleyballs will allow students to actively participate and build skills through teamwork and movement, while the storage bins are helping us keep our space organized and safe for daily use. The fitness cards provide engaging and structured activities that motivate students of all ability levels to stay active, and the disinfectant wipes are essential in helping us maintain a clean and healthy environment for everyone.\r\nYour generosity goes beyond providing supplies—you are helping create a space where students feel supported, motivated, and ready to learn. Our students truly benefit from having an organized, well-equipped, and clean environment, and we are so grateful for your investment in their health and well-being.\r\nThank you again for believing in our students and supporting physical education. Your impact is felt every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1758899156010,"projectUrl":"project/serving-success-volleyballs-storage-a/9419301/","projectTitle":"Serving Success: Volleyballs, Storage, and Cleanliness for a Winning Program","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kenya Wade","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1622033_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695554906593","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/coachk42"},{"teacherId":8855250,"projectId":9942458,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for fully funding our DonorsChoose project, New Year, New Snacks! We are truly grateful for your generosity and support.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our students will have snacks and drinks to enjoy together in the coming weeks. These snacks help create a welcoming classroom where students feel cared for and supported. They also give students the extra energy they need to stay focused in Algebra class, keep trying when learning feels challenging, and finish the school day strong.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for making a meaningful difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1766460820896,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-new-snacks/9942458/","projectTitle":"New Year, New Snacks!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maksumic","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8855250"},{"teacherId":8855250,"projectId":9966854,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for fully funding our DonorsChoose project, New Year, New Snacks! We are truly grateful for your generosity and support.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our students will have snacks and drinks to enjoy together in the coming weeks. These snacks help create a welcoming classroom where students feel cared for and supported. They also give students the extra energy they need to stay focused in Algebra class, keep trying when learning feels challenging, and finish the school day strong.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for making a meaningful difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1766852378882,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-new-snacks/9966854/","projectTitle":"New Year, New Snacks!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maksumic","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8855250"},{"teacherId":9744297,"projectId":9762848,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our afterschool LEGO robotics club now has snacks and drinks that help students stay focused, energized, and ready to problem-solve after a long school day. During a recent build session, students were working in teams to design a robot that could complete a timed obstacle course. Having snacks available meant students didn't rush, disengage, or grow frustrated—instead, they took short breaks, talked through their strategies, and came back ready to debug their code. One student who often struggles with focus stayed the entire session, proudly explaining how they fixed a motor alignment issue after grabbing a snack and regrouping. These resources have helped turn our club into a welcoming space where students feel cared for and supported, not just academically but personally.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the snacks and drinks, their faces lit up—they immediately understood that this was something special and that people outside our classroom believed in them. Several students said \"Thank you\" out loud without being prompted, and one even asked if the donors knew how hard it is to focus when you're hungry after school. That sense of being seen and supported has carried into their work. Next, students are beginning a collaborative challenge where they will design and program robots to complete real-world tasks, such as sorting objects or navigating a maze using sensors. With your continued support, students are building confidence, teamwork skills, and a love of STEM that goes far beyond LEGO bricks—and it all starts with having the energy to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1765919394497,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-creativity-in-robotics-with-snac/9762848/","projectTitle":"Fueling Creativity in Robotics with Snacks!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Wright","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9744297"},{"teacherId":9744297,"projectId":9892335,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in providing a large whiteboard for our chemistry classroom. We are using this new resource every single day to make student thinking visible and collaborative. Students work at the board to solve stoichiometry problems, model chemical reactions, and sketch particle diagrams to explain their reasoning. One especially powerful moment came during a reaction-balancing activity: small groups took turns revising each other's work on the board, debating coefficients and conservation of mass in real time. The whiteboard turned problem-solving into a shared, active process rather than something hidden on individual papers.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the whiteboard, their excitement was immediate and genuine. Several students asked, \"Are we allowed to write on it?\" and quickly volunteered to be the first up at the board. Even students who are usually quiet became more willing to share their thinking when they could stand, draw, and talk through ideas with peers. The large, open space made mistakes feel normal and productive, helping students see learning as something that grows through discussion and revision.\r\n\r\nBecause of this resource, our next steps involve even more student-led learning. We are currently beginning a unit on chemical reactions, where students will use the whiteboard to model reactants and products, track energy changes, and present claims supported by evidence. The board will continue to serve as a central space for questioning, revising, and reflecting—making learning visible not just to the teacher, but to every student in the room. Your support has truly transformed how my students engage with chemistry, and we are deeply grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1764362808133,"projectUrl":"project/a-clear-space-for-bright-chemistry-minds/9892335/","projectTitle":"A Clear Space for Bright Chemistry Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Wright","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9744297"},{"teacherId":9744297,"projectId":9762909,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing our classroom with a laminating machine. This resource has transformed how my students practice and learn chemistry concepts each day. I now create laminated worksheets that stay on students' desks, allowing them to repeatedly practice balancing chemical equations and completing chemistry math problems using dry-erase markers. This hands-on approach helps students work through mistakes, revise their thinking, and build confidence without the fear of \"getting it wrong.\" While simple in design, this classroom technology supports deeper learning by encouraging active problem-solving and frequent practice.\r\n\r\nStudents are especially excited by the ability to experiment freely and reuse their work. Many who were previously hesitant to participate are now more engaged, willing to take risks, and eager to explain their thinking to peers. The laminated sheets promote collaboration, persistence, and confidence — especially for students who struggle with math or written work. Because of your generosity, my students now have a durable, reusable learning tool that will benefit many classes for years to come. Thank you for making a lasting impact on our chemistry classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1759891014409,"projectUrl":"project/lamination-for-learning-durable-tools-f/9762909/","projectTitle":"Lamination for Learning: Durable Tools for Chemistry & Physics","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Wright","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9744297"},{"teacherId":9744297,"projectId":9354766,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our after-school robotics club now has access to a refrigerator and microwave, which has made a meaningful difference in how our students learn and collaborate. With warm and cold snacks readily available, students are able to refuel and stay focused while they design, build, and test their LEGO robots. One memorable moment came during a recent build session when students paused for a quick snack, then returned energized and eager to solve a tricky programming challenge together. Having their basic needs met has created a more supportive and productive environment for creativity and problem-solving.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the refrigerator and microwave, their reactions were pure excitement and gratitude. They immediately began talking about the snacks they could bring and how much easier it would be to stay after school without worrying about being hungry. Several students shared that having food available made them feel cared for and valued, which boosted morale and strengthened our sense of community within the club.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, our next steps include diving deeper into our current robotics projects. Students are refining their robot designs, testing different mechanisms, and improving their programming as they prepare for upcoming challenges. With the ability to stay after school comfortably and focused, students are building not only stronger robots, but also perseverance, teamwork, and confidence. Your generosity has helped make our robotics club a place where students can learn, create, and thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1757037534685,"projectUrl":"project/after-school-support-for-lego-robotics-c/9354766/","projectTitle":"After School Support for Lego Robotics Club","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Wright","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9744297"},{"teacherId":8855250,"projectId":9974115,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping us create a welcoming, safe, and inspiring classroom for every student! Thanks to your generosity, our students now have the cleaning supplies and air sanitizers needed to keep our classroom healthy, germ-free, and ready for a fresh start. Every wiped desk, sanitized surface, and freshened space gives students a place to learn with pride, focus, and confidence. Your support is making a real difference, giving our students a healthy, safe space to focus, learn, and feel cared for every day.","fullyFundedDate":1767228973956,"projectUrl":"project/lunar-new-year-fresh-start-clean-and-sa/9974115/","projectTitle":"Lunar New Year Fresh Start: Clean and Safe Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maksumic","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8855250"},{"teacherId":8855250,"projectId":9840581,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have access to tools that will help them strengthen their literacy, communicate with confidence, and take ownership of their learning. The materials you provided—like dry-erase sleeves for brainstorming, individual self-assessment mini charts, and discussion prompts—are helping students engage more deeply, collaborate effectively, and see just how powerful their voices can be in the classroom and beyond. \r\nYour support gives my students not just materials, but the confidence to express themselves, collaborate effectively, and become independent learners. Thank you again for investing in my students and their future.","fullyFundedDate":1762040503240,"projectUrl":"project/building-literacy-confidence-and-colla/9840581/","projectTitle":"Building Literacy, Confidence, and Collaboration","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maksumic","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8855250"},{"teacherId":9708604,"projectId":9652736,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing our classroom with practical supplies like the vacuum, power strip towers, Febreze, and Lysol wipes. These items may seem small, but they've made our daily routines noticeably smoother. We've been using the vacuum to keep our learning spaces clean after hands‑on activities, and the power strip towers have been a huge help during group work when students need to charge tablets or laptops. One moment that stood out was during a project day when students were rotating between stations. Having enough outlets meant everyone could stay focused instead of waiting for a turn to plug in.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, they were surprisingly excited (especially about the vacuum and the power towers). They immediately started pointing out all the ways these tools would make our classroom feel more organized and comfortable. The cleaning supplies have also helped us maintain a fresh, healthy environment, which has been especially important during busy weeks when we have lots of shared materials in use.\r\n\r\nRight now, my students are working on a collaborative research project, and the new resources are helping us keep the room tidy and the technology running smoothly as they move between tasks. Your support has made our classroom feel more functional and cared for, and it's had a real impact on how smoothly our days run. Thank you again for investing in the little things that make a big difference.","fullyFundedDate":1758899055248,"projectUrl":"project/a-clean-classroom-is-a-focused-classroom/9652736/","projectTitle":"A Clean Classroom Is a Focused Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Scheffer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9708604_orig.jpg?crop=828,827,x0,y629&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724690202224","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9708604"},{"teacherId":9708604,"projectId":9652616,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us replace our broken classroom speakers with a new Bluetooth system. It's been a small change with a big impact. Now that the sound is clear and reliable, students can actually hear videos, read‑alouds, and instructions without the crackling and cutting out we were dealing with before. It's made lessons run more smoothly and helped everyone stay on the same page.\r\n\r\nThe students are especially excited about how much more \"alive\" everything feels- stories sound richer, music for transitions fills the room, and group activities feel more engaging. A few students who usually struggle to follow audio are participating more now that they can hear clearly, and one of my English language learners has been noticeably more confident during listening activities.\r\n\r\nThank you again for giving our classroom something so practical and genuinely helpful. Your support has made our daily routines easier and our learning environment better.","fullyFundedDate":1758898826377,"projectUrl":"project/sound-matters-engaging-students-with-au/9652616/","projectTitle":"Sound Matters- Engaging Students with Audio","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Scheffer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9708604_orig.jpg?crop=828,827,x0,y629&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724690202224","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9708604"},{"teacherId":8855250,"projectId":9664303,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Promoting Mental Health Through Comfort and Care. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom and in our students' daily experiences.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, students now have access to hand soaps, lotions, and other cleaning materials that help us maintain a clean, germ-free classroom during the winter months. These supplies reduce the spread of illness, help students feel fresh and comfortable, and ensure our classroom remains a healthy space for learning. When students feel physically comfortable and safe, they are better able to focus, participate, and stay engaged.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, the classroom is more than a place to learn—it is a safe and caring space. Your support has helped us create an environment where students feel valued, cared for, and ready to succeed each day. 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