{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Patrick Henry Downtown - Academy","outOfStateSupporters":44.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9729849,"projectId":9950332,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Big Feelings, Safe Spaces — SEL for Growing Hearts & Minds project! Because of the incredible contributions from The DonorsChoose Community, my students now have the social-emotional learning (SEL) tools that help them understand, express, and regulate their emotions in healthy, constructive ways.\r\n\r\nThe SEL materials — including calm-down kits, emotion-cards, cozy seating, mindfulness tools, and conflict resolution resources — have become foundational supports in our classroom. These tools have empowered students to take ownership of their emotions, communicate their needs, and engage in learning with greater confidence and calm. Instead of acting out when overwhelmed, students now reach for strategies that help them self-regulate, reflect, and connect with others.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, I was able to integrate SEL into everyday routines and instruction in meaningful, developmentally appropriate ways. During classroom discussions, students reference their feeling cards to describe emotions and identify coping strategies. During transitions or challenging moments, they use calm-down tools and cozy spaces to reset and return ready to learn. These materials have helped students grow in empathy, resilience, and interpersonal skills — which, in turn, has strengthened our classroom community and culture.\r\n\r\nOne powerful moment came when a student who often struggled with frustration used her coping toolkit to calm herself during a difficult task, then proudly shared with classmates how she managed her big feelings. That experience was a reminder that SEL isn't just a curriculum — it's a life skill that builds confidence and lifelong success.\r\n\r\nYour generosity didn't just provide supplies; you helped create a supportive learning environment where students feel seen, heard, and equipped to grow academically and socially. Thank you, DonorsChoose Community, for investing in my students' hearts and minds and making a lasting impact on their day-to-day school experience.","fullyFundedDate":1767199127714,"projectUrl":"project/big-feelings-safe-spaces-sel-for-growi/9950332/","projectTitle":"Big Feelings, Safe Spaces: SEL for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Burgoyne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/patrickhenrysped"},{"teacherId":9729849,"projectId":9950217,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our From Regrouping to Fractions — Math Made Concrete! project! Because of the incredible generosity of The DonorsChoose Community, my students now have access to hands-on math tools that make abstract concepts like place value, regrouping, fraction understanding, and computation tangible, engaging, and accessible.\r\n\r\nThe manipulatives — including place value disks and charts, fraction tiles, number lines, base-ten blocks, and guided math tools — have transformed math learning for my classroom. These materials allow students to see and touch the math they are learning, which has made a dramatic difference in their understanding and confidence. Students who previously struggled with regrouping now build and physically move pieces to explore \"why\" the math works, rather than just memorizing procedures. Students working on fractions are able to compare, compose, and decompose fractions with real manipulatives, turning confusion into clarity.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, I was able to implement differentiated, evidence-based instruction that meets students where they are and accelerates their progress. Small-group instruction with these tools has led to measurable growth: students are explaining their reasoning more clearly, using math vocabulary with confidence, and approaching challenging problems with persistence. One student who used to say, \"I'm just not good at math,\" proudly exclaimed, \"I get it now!\" as she built equivalent fractions with tiles. Moments like that remind me daily why hands-on math tools matter.\r\n\r\nYour support didn't just provide materials — it helped build a classroom culture where curiosity thrives, mistakes are embraced as learning opportunities, and students can experience real success in math. My learners are more engaged, confident, and prepared for grade-level challenges because of you.\r\n\r\nThank you, DonorsChoose Community, for investing in my students and helping them grow into capable, joyful mathematicians.","fullyFundedDate":1767199127531,"projectUrl":"project/from-regrouping-to-fractions-math-made/9950217/","projectTitle":"From Regrouping to Fractions: Math Made Real","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Burgoyne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/patrickhenrysped"},{"teacherId":9729849,"projectId":9950350,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Multisensory Reading Tools for Big Reading Growth project! Because of the incredible contributions from The DonorsChoose Community, my students now have the evidence-based, hands-on tools they need to develop stronger reading skills, build confidence, and experience success as emerging readers.\r\n\r\nWith materials such as magnetic letter tiles, sound cards, decoding tools, textured letter cards, and multisensory phonics manipulatives, I was able to meet students exactly where they are in their literacy journeys. These tools transformed abstract reading concepts into concrete learning experiences, allowing students to feel, move, and manipulate letters and sounds as they learned — which is especially impactful for learners who struggle with traditional pencil-and-paper approaches.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, I was able to implement targeted, small-group instruction that truly accelerates growth. Students who once hesitated to read aloud began practicing with confidence. One student proudly exclaimed, \"I can read this word now!\" as she blended sounds with magnetic tiles. Another celebrated student who previously avoided reading tasks now picks up a book during free time and excitedly shares new words he's learned. These moments of pride and accomplishment wouldn't have been possible without the multisensory tools your generosity provided.\r\n\r\nYour support helped increase engagement, strengthen phonemic awareness, and boost reading fluency across our classroom. You didn't just provide manipulatives — you helped create a joyful, accessible path to literacy for every learner.\r\n\r\nThank you, DonorsChoose Community, for making a lasting impact on my students' ability to read, grow, and believe in themselves.","fullyFundedDate":1767199127269,"projectUrl":"project/multisensory-reading-tools-for-big-readi/9950350/","projectTitle":"Multisensory Reading Tools for Big Reading Gains","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Burgoyne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/patrickhenrysped"},{"teacherId":9729849,"projectId":9917113,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your generosity in supporting our Focused and Fearless: Sensory Tools That Support Self-Regulation and Engagement project! Because of the incredible support from The DonorsChoose Community, my students now have access to the sensory tools they need to stay focused, regulate their bodies and emotions, and fully participate in learning.\r\n\r\nThese materials — including body socks, wiggle seats, fidget tools, noise-reducing headphones, and movement bands — have made a powerful difference in our classroom environment. Students who once struggled to sit through lessons, manage transitions, or stay engaged during small-group instruction are now more self-aware, calm, and ready to learn. The sensory supports have given each child options to meet their unique needs, which has increased confidence, decreased frustration, and improved their ability to access grade-level content.\r\n\r\nI have witnessed incredible moments of growth: a student who previously became overwhelmed during reading groups now uses noise-reducing headphones and participates with confidence; another who needed movement breaks is able to return to his seat and engage in math tasks with greater focus. These tools have helped us create a classroom where every learner feels supported and capable.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, I was able to personalize sensory strategies for each student and weave them into our routines in a way that truly promotes self-regulation and inclusion. You didn't just provide tools — you helped cultivate a more peaceful, joyful, and productive learning space where students feel seen and successful.\r\n\r\nThank you, DonorsChoose Community, for believing in my students and contributing to a school experience where they can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Your support has made a lasting impact.","fullyFundedDate":1767199570419,"projectUrl":"project/focused-and-fearless-sensory-tools-that/9917113/","projectTitle":"Focused and Fearless: Sensory Tools That Build Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Burgoyne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/patrickhenrysped"},{"teacherId":9729849,"projectId":9936727,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Hands-On STEM Wonders: Exploring Space, Energy and Engineering project! Because of The DonorsChoose Community, my students now have access to engaging, hands-on STEM materials that have truly transformed the way they learn science and engineering.\r\n\r\nWith the astronomy kits, solar system viewers, FM radio and circuitry components, solar ovens, hologram projectors, and pitching machines, my learners were able to explore big concepts like space, energy transfer, force and motion in ways that were concrete, interactive, and exciting. These materials brought abstract ideas to life and made learning joyful and meaningful — especially for students who thrive when they can touch, build, experiment, and see real results.\r\n\r\nI've watched students light up with curiosity as they constructed working radios, tested solar ovens, and explained planetary movement using the astronomy tools. They collaborated, problem-solved, asked thoughtful questions, and persevered through challenges. The confidence many of my learners gained was remarkable — they began to see themselves as capable scientists, engineers, and innovators.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, I was able to integrate inquiry-based STEM experiences into our daily curriculum in a way that increased engagement, strengthened critical thinking, and helped all students access grade-level science standards with joy and success. Your generosity showed my students that their learning matters and that discovery is something to be celebrated.\r\n\r\nThank you, DonorsChoose Community, for empowering these young minds and making a lasting impact on their growth, confidence, and love of learning!","fullyFundedDate":1766237952976,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-stem-wonders-exploring-space/9936727/","projectTitle":"Hands-On STEM Wonders: Exploring Space, Energy and Engineering","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Burgoyne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/patrickhenrysped"},{"teacherId":9729849,"projectId":9546322,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for generously funding our Healthy Snack Breaks project! Because of your support, my students in the Special Education Resource and Self-Contained Cross-Category classes at Patrick Henry Downtown Academy now have consistent access to nutritious snack options that fuel their learning, support emotional regulation, and strengthen our classroom community.\r\n\r\nSince receiving the snacks — including fruit puree pouches, protein bars, fruit bars, veggie straws, and more — I have witnessed meaningful changes in our daily routines. These healthy snack breaks give students a chance to pause, refuel, and reset between lessons and activities. Rather than feeling hungry or fatigued, many students now return to learning with renewed focus and energy, ready to participate and engage.\r\n\r\nOne moment that stands out happened during a challenging transition from math to reading groups. Several students were experiencing frustration and difficulty focusing. After a brief snack break and time to regulate, I immediately saw a shift — calmer bodies, cooperative attitudes, and improved attention as we continued instruction. These small but powerful moments reinforce how essential proper nutrition is to learning, especially for students who may not consistently have access to food outside of school.\r\n\r\nYour generosity means more than just snacks — it means my students feel cared for, supported, and valued. You have helped create a learning environment where students can better regulate their emotions, focus on instruction, and fully participate in their education. Thank you for helping fuel both their bodies and their minds, and for showing them that people truly believe in their success.","fullyFundedDate":1764959388125,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-snack-breaks/9546322/","projectTitle":"Healthy Snack Breaks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Burgoyne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/patrickhenrysped"},{"teacherId":8621299,"projectId":9529928,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of classroom supplies to our Pre-K inclusion classroom. Your support has provided us with essential materials that help keep our learning environment organized, safe, clean, and engaging for all students.\r\n\r\nThe laminating pouches allow us to create durable visuals, schedules, learning centers, and communication supports that our children rely on daily. Baby wipes and cleaning supplies help us maintain a healthy, hygienic classroom where students can learn comfortably. Adhesive Velcro dots, hooks, spray bottle hangers, and push pins help us organize materials, display student work, and set up accessible learning spaces. The spray bottles and rags are invaluable for teaching responsibility and supporting daily classroom routines.\r\n\r\nEach of these items directly supports our students' independence, safety, and success—especially for children with diverse learning and sensory needs. We are incredibly grateful for your kindness and for investing in our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1760377988798,"projectUrl":"project/odds-and-ends-2025/9529928/","projectTitle":"Odds and Ends 2025","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Womack","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8621299_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661969569738","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8621299"},{"teacherId":8621299,"projectId":9829914,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of pop-up and sensory books to our Pre-K inclusion classroom. Because of you, our students now have access to engaging, hands-on stories such as Birthday Bugs, The Touch Book, Pop-Up Peekaboo!, seasonal forest books, dinosaurs, construction, pets, and more.\r\nThese interactive books are especially meaningful for our young learners. The pop-ups, lift-a-flaps, textures, and visuals help support language development, fine motor skills, sensory exploration, and engagement for children with a wide range of learning needs. They invite curiosity, spark conversation, and make reading joyful and accessible for every child.\r\nYour kindness directly supports early literacy and inclusive learning experiences. We are incredibly grateful for your support and for helping us create a classroom where all children can learn, explore, and feel successful.","fullyFundedDate":1761232889150,"projectUrl":"project/bookapalooza-2025/9829914/","projectTitle":"Bookapalooza 2025","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Womack","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8621299_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661969569738","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8621299"},{"teacherId":10115832,"projectId":9822284,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing my first-grade students with decodable books. When the books first arrived, my students were thrilled to see that they had books they could truly read all by themselves. Because every word in these books follows the phonics patterns they are learning, my students can sound out each word independently without becoming frustrated. This has been especially powerful for my early readers, who are still building confidence with simple words and letter-sound relationships.\r\n\r\nWe use these decodable books every day in our classroom. Each student keeps a book in their desk so they can practice reading independently during free moments, after finishing assignments, or during class-wide independent reading activities like flashlight reading—which they absolutely love. Having books that match each child's current phonics skills has been a game changer for differentiation, classroom management, and student confidence. Students are more focused, engaged, and proud of themselves when they realize they can read an entire book on their own, and they frequently ask to read these books again and again.\r\n\r\nThe next step for my students is continuing to apply their growing phonics skills to new patterns and more complex texts, and these decodable books will continue to support that growth every step of the way. By giving my students access to books they can successfully read independently, you are helping them build real-world reading skills, confidence, and a true love of reading. Thank you for making such a meaningful impact on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1764626030049,"projectUrl":"project/decodable-books/9822284/","projectTitle":"Decodable Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Finder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10115832_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x256,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754498836859","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-finder"},{"teacherId":10115832,"projectId":9598386,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my first grade students are using these phonics and sight word games during centers and small groups. My 14 students are learning to read for the first time, and these hands-on materials give them meaningful practice in a fun and engaging way. During sight word fishing, students worked at their own pace, reading words confidently without competition. They were disappointed when we had to stop because they were so engaged and wanted to keep playing.\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, students were excited to see them and continue to show that excitement each time we use them. They enjoy learning through a more play-based, hands-on approach, which keeps them motivated and focused. As students continue working on decoding words so they can read independently, these materials will provide the repeated practice they need to build confidence and strengthen their reading skills.","fullyFundedDate":1761665153963,"projectUrl":"project/literacy-centers-that-spark-learning/9598386/","projectTitle":"Literacy Centers That Spark Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Finder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10115832_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x256,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754498836859","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-finder"},{"teacherId":5425205,"projectId":9793420,"letterContent":"Thank you for the tissue, paper towels and sanitizing wipes! We have opened a couple of boxes of tissue already as well as the hand sanitizing wipes. As an educator of young kids it is so helpful to have plenty of hygiene products on hand, but nearly impossible to do without donor help.\r\n\r\nKids love using hygiene materials. So, as long as they are available, u know that my young learners will develop healthy habits and hold one another accountable in shared spaces. Thanks for providing the supplies that we need to be successful.","fullyFundedDate":1761917247821,"projectUrl":"project/clean-and-healthy-kids/9793420/","projectTitle":"Clean and Healthy Kids!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5425205_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1528293992178","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5425205"},{"teacherId":5425205,"projectId":9733742,"letterContent":"Thanks for the magic writing boards. The projects was originally opened in order to supply some students with an at-home work kit. 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