{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Hawthorne Math & Science Academy","outOfStateSupporters":34.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9868281,"projectId":8996246,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Equipping HMSA Students for Math Success and Beyond project on DonorsChoose! Because of your generosity, we now have five scientific calculators that students can check out, as well as whiteboards for collaborative and independent practice in our Family Resource Center (FRC).\r\n\r\nMany of our students don't have access to these resources at home, so having a quiet, well-equipped space where they can work through problems—either on their own or with peers—has been a game changer. With the calculators, students can focus on understanding math concepts instead of getting stuck on long calculations. And with the whiteboards, they can write, revise, and visually map out their thinking without fear of \"messing up.\"\r\n\r\nWhat excites students the most is having access to real tools—tools they associate with \"serious\" math. They feel empowered. One student told me, \"It helps me actually want to practice. I can try stuff out and not be afraid to make mistakes.\"\r\n\r\nSeveral students who used to shy away from math have been coming into the FRC during lunch or after school to work on homework or prep for tests. It's been amazing to see how a few simple tools have sparked a shift in confidence and motivation.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping us create a supportive and resource-rich learning space. Your kindness is opening doors for our students and helping them grow in ways that matter deeply.","fullyFundedDate":1743329045944,"projectUrl":"project/equipping-hmsa-students-for-math-success/8996246/","projectTitle":"Equipping HMSA Students for Math Success and Beyond","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maranto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9868281_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761079318578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hmsafrc"},{"teacherId":5962689,"projectId":9145022,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom through DonorsChoose! Because of your kindness, we now have a new set of literature circle novels that will open doors for deeper engagement, discussion, and connection in our reading time together.\r\n\r\nThese books are more than just stories—they're opportunities for my students to see themselves in characters, understand different perspectives, and grow as thoughtful, empathetic readers. Your donation means each student can now participate fully in small-group discussions with a copy of their own book in hand. \r\n\r\nIt's moments like this—where generosity meets learning—that remind us how powerful a community of supporters can be. Thank you again for believing in the power of reading and for helping to bring it to life in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1741495042947,"projectUrl":"project/expanding-world-literature-circle-offeri/9145022/","projectTitle":"Expanding World Literature Circle Offerings","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Morris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5962689"},{"teacherId":1445249,"projectId":9140271,"letterContent":"Since March, these new books have been flying off the shelves! Students have started each class reading a book of their choice and some have finished complete series donated as part of this project. \r\n\r\nIn our end of year survey, 99% of students said they appreciated having time to read in class and 96% said choice in what to read was important to them. Overall, 99% said they improved as a reader this year--that's thanks in large part to the generosity of folks like you. And with summer coming soon, many students are stocking up books to borrow over the break. \r\n\r\nThank you again for giving them the opportunity to experience the joy of becoming a lifelong reader.","fullyFundedDate":1741298842239,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-new-books/9140271/","projectTitle":"New Year, New Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Enger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1445249_orig.jpg?crop=666,666,x63,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1569472701472","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-enger"},{"teacherId":1445249,"projectId":8923431,"letterContent":"Our AP students were so excited to have a book of their choosing to read over winter break--here are some of their reflections from our class discussion in January.\r\n\r\n\"This book had me glued to my seat unable to get up till I finished a page.\"\r\n\r\n\"It was the first book that shocked me and made me think of how the world is going to change. The book is leading me to explore similar texts with real world issues. \r\n\r\n\"This story allowed me to take away many lessons which would be useful considering my soon to be graduation. The main idea I captured was that while it is good to want to break through barriers, the methods of how you do it are important.\"\r\n\r\n\"Overall, I strongly feel it's a great book to prepare yourself for the AP Test.\"\r\n\r\nThere are many things this project gave my students, but perhaps most significantly, it gave them the ability to see themselves in the stories that we call important. Thank you for filling our bookshelves with these contemporary classics.","fullyFundedDate":1731862085643,"projectUrl":"project/ap-lit-contemporary-classics/8923431/","projectTitle":"AP Lit: Contemporary Classics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Enger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1445249_orig.jpg?crop=666,666,x63,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1569472701472","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-enger"},{"teacherId":9868281,"projectId":8996185,"letterContent":"The Care Cart has quickly become a meaningful resource for our students, providing them with essential hygiene items they may not have access to at home. Since it is housed in our private room—where students also check out loaner uniform pieces—it allows them to grab what they need without drawing attention. Many students have quietly taken advantage of the Care Cart, picking up items like deodorant, toothbrushes, or hairbrushes without hesitation. One particularly impactful moment was when a student, who initially asked if we had a brush, later returned and discreetly took a few other items. They expressed appreciation, sharing that they didn't always have these products at home and felt more confident having them on hand.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, their reactions varied from curiosity to quiet relief. Some immediately asked if they could take what they needed, while others took mental notes and returned later. We've noticed that simply knowing these items are available has encouraged students to be more proactive about their hygiene needs. Moving forward, we hope to continue restocking the Care Cart and ensuring it remains a consistent, judgment-free resource. As part of our broader efforts to support students and their well-being, we'll continue fostering a school environment where students feel cared for and supported beyond academics.","fullyFundedDate":1733878434864,"projectUrl":"project/hmsa-care-cart/8996185/","projectTitle":"HMSA Care Cart","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maranto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9868281_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761079318578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hmsafrc"},{"teacherId":8185876,"projectId":8833145,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations! My students are not only able to access materials beyond the set curriculum, but they are able to engage with lives that are so different from there own!\r\n\r\nYour generosity brought my students into worlds of the past and across cultures, giving them a look at what life was like for the men, women, and child who faced oppression and traumatic experiences. \r\n\r\nWe are very thankful for donors like you who help students continue their learning of the world!","fullyFundedDate":1727978498917,"projectUrl":"project/todays-readers-are-tomorrows-leaders/8833145/","projectTitle":"Today's Readers Are Tomorrow's Leaders!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Siegler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8185876_orig.jpg?crop=147,147,x0,y10&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727472595138","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8185876"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_7749","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":548,"numTeachers":24,"percentFrplEligible":65,"percentAsian":10,"percentBlack":16,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":65,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"22.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":65.6,"schoolId":7749,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Hawthorne Math & Science Academy on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Hawthorne Math & Science Academy","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/hawthorne-school-district/hawthorne-math-science-academy/7749"}