{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lyons Community School","outOfStateSupporters":38.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4673804,"projectId":9301386,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, something truly powerful is happening in our classroom!\r\n\r\nAs soon as the new materials arrived, my students' eyes lit up. These resources weren't just supplies; they were the tools my students needed to bring their vision to life.\r\n\r\nOur student-led project focuses on increasing awareness and understanding of responsible pet care within our community. From the start, students took full ownership. They designed surveys and conducted interviews with classmates, families, and community members to gather insights on current beliefs and practices around pet care. The process sparked thoughtful discussions and revealed just how many misconceptions and gaps exist when it comes to caring for pets.\r\n\r\nOne of the most powerful moments happened during a planning session for our upcoming community event. The students realized their work could make a real difference.\r\n\r\nRight now, students are hard at work creating educational posters, hands-on activity stations, and short presentations. They're rehearsing demonstrations on topics like nutrition, safe exercise routines, and humane treatment. \r\n\r\nThe upcoming community event will be the culmination of their efforts. It's inspiring to see their passion grow as they connect classroom learning to real-world change.\r\n\r\nYour support didn't just fund a project; it ignited leadership, empathy, and purpose. You gave my students the opportunity to serve their community in a meaningful way—and that impact will last long after the event is over.","fullyFundedDate":1746651910228,"projectUrl":"project/student-led-animal-care-outreach/9301386/","projectTitle":"Student-Led Animal Care Outreach","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. G","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4673804"},{"teacherId":1723842,"projectId":8918707,"letterContent":"The integration of iPads into the work that our school's Peer Mediators and Restorative Justice Leaders do has been a huge help in terms of our ability to seamlessly track, record, and communicate about the complex scenarios that they are responsible for helping the community work through. What once required a keeping track of loose papers, an additional step of decoding students short hand notes and handwriting, and transcribing into digital format, is now as simple as having students open the ipad. Thanks to your generous donation both the program facilitator and the students are able to reallocate several precious hours a week from processing paperwork to debriefing and reflecting on the fragile scenarios they are responsible for addressing.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the task of being the \"note taker\" (though an incredibly important part of the process) was never something that my students were jumping up and down about...but with the integration of the iPad I'm finding that I never have to ask for a volunteer more than once. This is quite an unexpected gift! Again...thank you!!!!","fullyFundedDate":1733258169580,"projectUrl":"project/technology-for-peer-mediators-and-restor/8918707/","projectTitle":"Technology for Peer Mediators and Restorative Justice Facilitators","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Alexander","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1723842_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730738963528","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1723842"},{"teacherId":9747525,"projectId":8777142,"letterContent":"I am deeply grateful for your generous support of our Beginning Acting and Production class at Lyons Community School in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Thanks to your contributions, our diverse group of students, including those from Black, Latino, and other underrepresented communities, now have access to the essential tools and resources they need to explore their passion for filmmaking. With the camera and green screen you helped fund, our students are eagerly learning, experimenting, and creating their own films, as well as recreating their favorite scenes from television shows and movies.\r\n\r\nYour support has made a tremendous impact on our students' education and aspirations. I want to take a moment to honor a special donor who recently passed away. Her generosity and belief in our mission have left a lasting legacy that will continue to inspire our students. I also want to acknowledge the anonymous film professionals and other donors who care deeply about equity, creativity, and the arts. Your commitment to nurturing the raw talent of our young artists is helping to shape a future where diverse voices are at the forefront of the entertainment industry.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your unwavering support. Your donations are not just funding equipment; they are empowering our students to bring fresh and authentic storytelling to the screen, and to dream big about their futures in the arts.","fullyFundedDate":1732896454906,"projectUrl":"project/action-help-brooklyn-students-film-the/8777142/","projectTitle":"Action!\" Help Brooklyn Students Film Their Favorite Movies/TV Shows","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Alan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9747525_orig.jpg?crop=1168,1168,x0,y194&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726247346558","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9747525"},{"teacherId":4673804,"projectId":8918843,"letterContent":"The \"Mental Health Seminar to Teach Younger Students Coping Strategies\" successfully equipped young learners with essential tools to manage stress, emotions, and mental health challenges in a positive, proactive manner. By focusing on coping strategies such as mindfulness, positive self-talk, and emotional regulation, the seminar empowered students to develop resilience and emotional intelligence early on.\r\n\r\nThe initiative created a safe space for students to openly discuss mental health and gain valuable insights into their emotional well-being. It fostered a culture of empathy and understanding, helping to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health. As a result, students became more likely to seek support when needed, contributing to a more supportive and mentally healthy school environment. The seminar not only enhanced individual coping skills but also helped give young people more tools to navigate life's challenges with confidence and resilience.\r\n\r\nIn my classroom, reading was an engaging and dynamic activity that encouraged students to explore a variety of texts. Students had access to a diverse selection of books, fostering a culture of curiosity and discussion. Independent reading time allowed them to immerse themselves in stories, while small-group discussions and read-aloud sessions helped deepen their comprehension and analytical skills.\r\n\r\nSeveral students showed a newfound enthusiasm for reading, particularly with the introduction of new books. One student, who previously struggled to stay engaged, eagerly picked up a graphic novel and began discussing plot points with peers. Another student, who had been hesitant to read aloud, gained confidence by exploring a novel that resonated with their personal experiences. The excitement surrounding these books led to increased participation, thoughtful discussions, and a stronger appreciation for reading across the class.","fullyFundedDate":1731192351853,"projectUrl":"project/mental-health-seminar-to-teach-younger-s/8918843/","projectTitle":"Mental Health Seminar to Teach Younger Students Coping Strategies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. G","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4673804"},{"teacherId":9826148,"projectId":8919807,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous support of the Mental Health Awareness Literacy Challenge. Your contributions made a meaningful difference in our classroom, allowing students to engage with powerful new books that deepened their understanding of mental health while strengthening their literacy skills.\r\n\r\nThrough these texts, students developed critical reading and analytical skills, such as identifying themes, making inferences, and connecting literature to real-world issues. Many of the books introduced sparked important conversations about emotions, resilience, and mental well-being, helping students build empathy and awareness. By analyzing characters' struggles and triumphs, students learned to recognize different perspectives and gained tools for discussing mental health in a thoughtful and informed way.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom became an interactive and engaging experience. Students had the opportunity to explore these books independently, in small groups, and through class discussions. They shared reflections on how characters' experiences mirrored their own and made meaningful connections to their lives. The books not only enhanced their reading comprehension but also provided a safe space to discuss topics that are often difficult to approach.\r\n\r\nSeveral students showed a newfound enthusiasm for reading, particularly with the addition of these books. One student, who had previously been reluctant to engage with literature, eagerly picked up a novel about a teen navigating anxiety and later shared how the story made them feel seen and understood. Another student, typically quiet during discussions, opened up about their thoughts on resilience and self-care, inspiring their classmates to do the same. These moments highlighted the impact of these books beyond literacy—they became tools for self-reflection, connection, and growth.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, our students not only improved their reading skills but also gained a deeper awareness of mental health and the importance of open dialogue. Your generosity has helped create a classroom where reading fosters both academic and personal growth. Thank you for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1730764511921,"projectUrl":"project/mental-health-awareness-literacy-challen/8919807/","projectTitle":"Mental Health Awareness Literacy Challenge","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kim","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9826148"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_94549","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":375,"numTeachers":44,"percentFrplEligible":89,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":36,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":54,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"8.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":61.6,"schoolId":94549,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Lyons Community School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Lyons Community School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/lyons-community-school/94549"}