{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Colin Powell Academy","outOfStateSupporters":44.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9703226,"projectId":10100315,"letterContent":"Thank you for your contribution to our classroom project \"Ill Be What I Want To Be\"! Your generosity has made a meaningful impact on my kindergarten classroom and our learning environment. \r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our classroom now has developmentally appropriate career books and much needed paper supplies that help bring learning to life each day. The books are already sparking curiosity and exciting conversations as students explore different jobs, dream about their futures, and learn about the many ways people contribute to their communities.\r\n\r\nThe paper supplies are equally important and are used daily for writing, drawing and hands on activities.\r\nYour support goes beyond supplies, you are helping create joyful learning experiences and showing my students that there are people who truly care about their education and success.","fullyFundedDate":1771385218735,"projectUrl":"project/ill-be-what-i-want-to-be/10100315/","projectTitle":"I’ll Be What I Want to Be!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reeves","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9703226"},{"teacherId":9189045,"projectId":10236763,"letterContent":"Your generous support of \"Fueling Focus: Snacks & Supplies for Testing Success\" made a meaningful difference in our classroom during an important testing season. Because of your donations, students had access to snacks, supplies, and encouragement that helped them stay focused, comfortable, and motivated throughout long testing days.\r\n\r\nMany students come to school carrying stress and distractions, but your kindness helped create a positive environment where they could concentrate on showing what they know. Simple items like snacks, pencils, and classroom supplies boosted confidence, energy, and morale in ways that truly matter.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and believing in their success. Your generosity reminded them that they are supported by a community that cares about their education and well-being. We are incredibly grateful for your compassion and support!","fullyFundedDate":1778106441559,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-focus-snacks-supplies-for-tes/10236763/","projectTitle":"Fueling Focus: Snacks & Supplies for Testing Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Yvonne Ellis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9189045_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727633636133","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9189045"},{"teacherId":10013226,"projectId":10072648,"letterContent":"I am deeply grateful for your generous support. Your contribution is invaluable to our students' success; thanks to you, they can finally be seen and heard clearly on stage. Our upcoming production of Dare to Dream Jr. will be a triumph because you cared enough to invest in their potential.\r\n\r\nBeyond the spotlight, this equipment provides a vital training ground for our technical crew. Students are now gaining hands-on experience in lighting design and sound engineering—developing not just technical skills, but the self-respect that comes from providing an essential service. This backstage involvement is a powerful catalyst for confidence, helping many of our more reserved students truly find their voice.\r\n\r\nI feel incredibly fortunate to work with such talented individuals. These young people are the leaders and performers of tomorrow, dedicated to bringing joy to their families and their community. 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None of this could have been possible with out contribution from donors like you thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1775751594727,"projectUrl":"project/clean-clean-take-the-germs-away/9954434/","projectTitle":"Clean Clean Take the Germs Away","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Chef J","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9752253_orig.jpg?crop=1179,1179,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727751053850","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/chefhernandez"},{"teacherId":9704242,"projectId":10111482,"letterContent":"Thank you donors for your generous donations to support my kindergarten class. Your support helped to build our library and show my students that they can do anything if they set their minds to it. They are our future even at a young age they can set goals and achieve them if they work hard and do not give up even when things are challenging. They were surprised to see the new books and could not wait for me to read them to the class and discuss what they want to be when they grow up. They also were able to read the books on their own during free choice time.","fullyFundedDate":1771982206051,"projectUrl":"project/i-can-do-anything/10111482/","projectTitle":"I Can Do Anything!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Proctor - C156","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9704242"},{"teacherId":9686279,"projectId":9532009,"letterContent":"Your support will be greatly appreciated all year, but came just in time for our earth day celebrations! These books were used in activities for all grade levels for education about sustainability, earth and nature appreciation, and environmental stewardship. Lessons for primary level learners used whole class read aloud story time, and students drew prompts related to the story. A class favorite was \"Something, someday\" by Amanda Gorman, and drawing different ways we can help the environment. 3rd and 5th grade students used the books for reference images when completing a nature appreciation drawing activity, which helped them to practice observational skills. Our 4th grade classes read the books as a group and chose one quote that stuck with them to inspire their drawings, as pictured in the photos I've shared. This activity aimed to strengthen visual thinking and creative problem solving! We've only had these books for a short while, but have already used them so much! \r\n\r\nThanks to your support, we've added so many valuable resources to our class library. Even though we use our books for activities, students are welcome to read after they complete their work for the day. 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Stem for our kindergarten class is key for building critical thinking skills which allows them to be creative and learn how to problem solve on their own. They have enjoyed the books, scientific kits and the view scope and other materials to become explores.","fullyFundedDate":1763554209710,"projectUrl":"project/stem-what-is-stem/9844298/","projectTitle":"STEM, What Is STEM?","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Proctor - C156","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9704242"},{"teacherId":9703226,"projectId":9319616,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation to our classroom project. Students were very excited to receive their books and end of the year goodies before they left for summer break. Many parents shared how the books helped the students and families prepare for the upcoming adventures of 1st grade. \r\nI have seen many of my students in the hallway and I'm proud to share that the teachers have shared how they are excelling in 1st grade and how it is a joy to have them in their respective classroom. \r\nI appreciate the Donors Choose platform and the various organizations and individuals who take the time to read the needs of our students and classrooms and unselfishly give to support us in need.","fullyFundedDate":1746496362456,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-rockstars/9319616/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Rockstars!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reeves","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9703226"},{"teacherId":9752253,"projectId":9696464,"letterContent":"Thank you for all the support you have provided for the Colin Powell academy family and consumer science classroom. Woth the pots and pans that we have received the students were super happy to see the equipment they need to start the kitchen labs. \r\nWe have started to brainstorm the different kitchen labs such as ac and cheese as well as cupcakes and cookies to start the hands on learning. And with the different cleaning supplies we can keep our equipment clean and up to shape for other classes to come and learn","fullyFundedDate":1767819712199,"projectUrl":"project/pots-pans-for-learning-glam/9696464/","projectTitle":"Pots, Pans for Learning Glam","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Chef J","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9752253_orig.jpg?crop=1179,1179,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727751053850","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/chefhernandez"},{"teacherId":9189045,"projectId":9635224,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of Unlocking Literacy Through Graphic Novels. Because of your donation, my 8th grade Honors and General Education students gained access to engaging, high-interest graphic novels that transformed the way they approach reading.\r\n\r\nThese texts helped students strengthen essential literacy skills such as comprehension, vocabulary development, inference, and analysis. Graphic novels provided visual support that allowed struggling readers to better understand complex themes and plot structures, while also challenging advanced readers to analyze symbolism, author's craft, and character development. As a result, students showed increased confidence, improved reading stamina, and greater willingness to participate in class discussions.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your support helped foster a love for reading. Students who were previously reluctant readers became more motivated and engaged, and many began choosing reading as an enjoyable activity rather than a requirement. Your investment has made literacy more accessible, inclusive, and meaningful for all learners in my classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping unlock the power of reading for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1761761943502,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-literacy-through-graphic-novel/9635224/","projectTitle":"Unlocking Literacy Through Graphic Novels","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Yvonne Ellis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9189045_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727633636133","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9189045"},{"teacherId":9686279,"projectId":9019126,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support of our project! Your contribution has allowed us to add a wide range of picture books featuring artwork from over 25 artists. These books help our Pre-K to 2nd-grade students build vocabulary, practice observation, and explore more complex themes through visuals. They also support all four major learning styles and offer important representation so students can see people who look like them reflected in the stories and artwork we study. \r\n\r\nReading in our classroom interactive and joyful. Students gather on the carpet to hear stories told, and together we look closely at the illustrations, discuss artistic choices, and connect the images to the stories they tell. Many of the books also help us develop skills like creative thinking and careful observation, and we often follow up our reading with drawing or hands-on activities inspired by the artwork. After students are finished with their assignments for the day, they are always welcome to choose a book to read independently. \r\n\r\nSeveral students have already told me how much they enjoy the new books. One of our students, Ernesto, was enchanted by a book with a child that looked almost exactly like him. He was so excited to see this, and called me over to look as soon as he realized. Another student was excited to see a book about an artist who's work she saw in a museum—Alma Thomas. Overall, students are excited to find characters and stories that reflect their own identities and experiences. Your generosity has sparked creativity, confidence, and curiosity in our classroom, and we are extremely grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1744209940575,"projectUrl":"project/art-room-inspiration-library/9019126/","projectTitle":"Art Room Inspiration Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9686279_orig.jpg?crop=1980,1980,x0,y66&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724716512756","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9686279"},{"teacherId":9686279,"projectId":9262081,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support! These items have gone a long way to keep our classroom a healthier and more comfortable space. The cleaning supplies were extremely necessary for keeping our space tidy, and knowing that we have the ability to clean has opened up the door to a lot of fun (and messy) projects. The TPT gift card helped with both visual resources to post around the class, and also for finding substitute plans quickly when I was out with a broken foot. I'm happy to say that students love the new calm corner, and know now that there is a dedicated space that they can go to when they feel overwhelmed. The new art materials helped to supplement what we already had and fill in the gaps of what we were missing. \r\n\r\nNow that we have cleaning supplies, a calm corner, and a resource library to pull from, we've been creating more complex artworks! Students are learning the importance of both expressing themselves and keeping our shared space clean. Students especially loved using printmaking techniques to create their own T shirts. 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