{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Angelo Patri Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":43.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10405363,"projectId":10634115,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations of essential cleaning supplies, including a vacuum cleaner, air purifier, Lysol spray, power mop, and other cleaning products. Your kindness and generosity mean so much to me and my students. Because of your support, we can create a cleaner, healthier, and more welcoming learning environment where our students feel safe, comfortable, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nWorking in a low-income community, I understand that many of our students face challenges outside the classroom, and having access to a clean and healthy school environment is especially important. These supplies allow us to maintain cleaner floors, reduce dust and airborne particles, disinfect frequently touched surfaces, and create a more pleasant space for learning. We are using these resources to establish daily cleaning routines and teach students the importance of personal responsibility, hygiene, and caring for their surroundings.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new supplies, they were excited to see the improvements being made to their classroom environment. Something as simple as having the right cleaning tools can make a meaningful difference. These resources help students understand that their learning space matters and that they deserve an environment where they can thrive. Knowing that people they may never meet care enough to invest in their well-being is also a powerful lesson in kindness and community support.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we plan to incorporate classroom discussions and activities about healthy habits, cleanliness, and maintaining a safe learning environment. Students will have opportunities to participate in age-appropriate classroom responsibilities and reflect on how a clean space can positively affect their health, comfort, and ability to concentrate.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has provided more than cleaning supplies; it has given us valuable resources to support our students' well-being and create a space where they feel valued and cared for. Thank you for believing in our students and helping us make a positive difference in their daily school experience.","fullyFundedDate":1791654248327,"projectUrl":"project/clean-safe-and-ready-to-learn-classro/10634115/","projectTitle":"Clean, Safe, and Ready to Learn: Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Penel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10405363"},{"teacherId":10405363,"projectId":10292575,"letterContent":"I want to take a moment to sincerely thank you for your incredible generosity and for investing in my students and our classroom. Your gifts mean so much more than simply providing supplies or materials. They help create a classroom where students feel seen, valued, supported, and cared for. Working with students in a low-income community has taught me that many of the challenges students face extend far beyond academics. Sometimes a student arrives at school hungry, worried about what is happening at home, lacking basic personal care items, or carrying emotional stress that makes it difficult to focus and learn. Your generosity allows me to respond to those needs with compassion and dignity.\r\n\r\nThe food and snacks you provide can make an immediate difference. Some students come to school without having eaten breakfast or may not have enough food at home. Having a snack available can help a student feel more comfortable, focused, and ready to participate in the school day. Something as simple as being able to offer a hungry student something to eat can change the way they experience their day.\r\n\r\nHealth and personal care products are equally meaningful. Adolescents can be especially sensitive about asking for personal items, and having these resources available allows students to receive what they need privately and respectfully. These products help students feel more confident and comfortable at school rather than worrying about whether they have access to something they need.\r\n\r\nSocial-emotional games and activities also have a special place in our classroom. My students are navigating friendships, family situations, academic pressure, changing emotions, and the challenges that come with growing up. These games provide a comfortable and engaging way for students to communicate, build relationships, identify their emotions, develop coping strategies, and learn that it is okay to ask for help. Sometimes a game or activity creates the opening for a student to share something they have been holding inside.\r\n\r\nClassroom supplies and educational materials also help me create an environment where students can learn without feeling limited by what they do or do not have. Having the necessary resources allows students to participate fully, be creative, complete activities, and feel prepared. These seemingly small things can have a lasting impact on a student's confidence and willingness to engage.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your generosity sends my students a message: You matter. Your needs matter. Your education matters. Someone believes in you.\r\n\r\nAs an educator, there is nothing more meaningful than being able to support a student not only academically, but emotionally and personally as well. Your donations help me create a safe, welcoming space where students know they can come for support without judgment.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for helping me provide more than a classroom. You are helping me create a place of comfort, connection, opportunity, and hope. I am deeply grateful for your kindness and continued support.","fullyFundedDate":1788640485073,"projectUrl":"project/little-moments-of-comfort-big-moments-o/10292575/","projectTitle":"Little moments of comfort, Big moments of growth.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Penel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10405363"},{"teacherId":8726587,"projectId":10226323,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting this project and helping bring a school-based laundry room to life. Donor impact letters are strongest when they are specific about the materials received and the difference those materials make for students, and this project has already begun to make that difference in a meaningful way.\r\n\r\nThe Whirlpool top load washer and Whirlpool electric dryer have helped create a more welcoming and dignified space for students who may not always have reliable access to clean clothing at home. For many students, concerns about clothing, appearance, or hygiene can quietly affect attendance, participation, confidence, and focus during the school day, so having access to laundry support at school removes a real barrier to learning.\r\n\r\nThe board and card games have added something equally important to this space: joy, comfort, and connection. While students wait for laundry cycles to finish, they now have the opportunity to gather, talk, laugh, and play games together in a low-stress environment that encourages social interaction and a sense of belonging. 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Thank you for investing in a resource that supports both practical needs and emotional well-being, and for helping create a space where students can feel confident, comfortable, and valued every single day","fullyFundedDate":1777914296601,"projectUrl":"project/clean-clothes-clear-minds-student-lau/10226323/","projectTitle":"Clean Clothes, Clear Minds: Student Laundry Room with Game Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Janet","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8726587_orig.jpg?crop=839,839,x96,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664296005839","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8726587"},{"teacherId":8726587,"projectId":10282500,"letterContent":"Our school's annual Culture Day is one of the most powerful ways we bring our community together. It gives students the chance to celebrate and learn about the many cultures represented in our school through music, dance, food, storytelling, and student-led presentations. This project will positively impact our school by ensuring that every voice, performance, and tradition can be heard and appreciated. We requested a Sony XP700 Portable Bluetooth Party Speaker. This speaker supported both entertainment and communication throughout the celebration. With reliable, high-quality sound, we were able to:\r\n\r\nPlay music that represents a wide variety of cultures and traditions\r\n\r\nSupport cultural dance performances and student presentations\r\n\r\nAllow students, staff, and guest speakers to address the audience clearly\r\n\r\nMake schoolwide announcements that keep the event safe and organized\r\n\r\nCreate an energetic, welcoming atmosphere for students, families, and community members\r\n\r\nCulture Day encourages students to take pride in their identities while also developing respect and curiosity for the experiences of others. When students hear music from their own cultures played loudly and proudly, they feel seen and valued. When they are introduced to the traditions of their classmates, they build empathy, understanding, and cross-cultural connections. These are essential foundations for a safe and inclusive learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe impact of this project will extend beyond a single day. The speaker can be used for future assemblies, family nights, student showcases, and community events. 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Many of my students come to school carrying more than just their backpack. They bring real life challenges that can impact their focus, confidence and overall well-being having snacks readily available and ensures that hunger is never a barrier of learning. The hygiene products allows students to feel clean, confident,and cared for throughout the day. The social emotional items provide comfort, coping strategies and tools that help student regulate the emotions and navigate challenges in healthy ways. Your support has transform my office space in a safe, welcoming environment where students feel supported, both academically and personally. What was once simply a workspace has become a place of comfort and encouragement and stability. Students now know they have a space where their needs of recognized and met with compassion. Your decision to invest in this project has had a direct and lasting impact on my students daily experiences. Because of you they are better able to focus participate and thrive. Thank you for believing in them and for helping create an environment where they feel valued and supported.","fullyFundedDate":1769115836490,"projectUrl":"project/meeting-needs-building-confidence/10026417/","projectTitle":"“Meeting Needs. Building Confidence.”","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Penel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10405363"},{"teacherId":8726587,"projectId":9889041,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous donation to our project aimed at integrating exercise into our school environment. Your support has had a wonderful, positive impact on our students, providing them with enjoyable, screen-free opportunities to de-stress and build a stronger community.\r\n\r\nA key component of this project has been the focus on social-emotional learning, empathy and perseverance through stressful times and situations.\r\n\r\nWe have witnessed increased positive interactions, improved problem-solving skills, and a more cohesive student body. Students are connecting in new ways, and their overall emotional well-being is clearly benefiting from physical stress relief.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our students and the entire school community, thank you once again for your belief in our mission and your commitment to holistic student development. Your generosity has made a tangible, lasting difference in the lives of our students. We are incredibly grateful for your vital role in enhancing our students' social and emotional growth.","fullyFundedDate":1768440318126,"projectUrl":"project/exercise-the-stress-away/9889041/","projectTitle":"Exercise the Stress Away","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Janet","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8726587_orig.jpg?crop=839,839,x96,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664296005839","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8726587"},{"teacherId":8726587,"projectId":9876735,"letterContent":"On behalf of the entire team and, most importantly, the students we serve, I am writing to express our sincere gratitude for your recent, generous donation. Your support has been instrumental in turning our vision for our anti-stress project into a reality for our BIPOC students.\r\n\r\nWe are thrilled to report that we have successfully acquired the necessary materials thanks to your contribution. The fidgets are already providing students with incredible, hands-on opportunities to relax. These are not just toys and fidgets; they are powerful educational tools that open up new pathways for our students to persevere through stressful times and situations. The impact of your generosity is already tangible. \r\n\r\nYour belief in our students and our mission to provide them with the materials and opportunities they need to succeed is truly inspiring. We are deeply grateful for your partnership and are excited to keep you updated on the continued progress of this program.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your extraordinary support and for making a real, measurable difference in the lives of our students. We look forward to sharing more stories of their success with you in the future.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt thanks","fullyFundedDate":1762733092360,"projectUrl":"project/anti-stress-project/9876735/","projectTitle":"Anti-Stress Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Janet","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8726587_orig.jpg?crop=839,839,x96,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664296005839","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8726587"},{"teacherId":8726587,"projectId":9928786,"letterContent":"On behalf of the entire team and, most importantly, the students we serve, I am writing to express our sincere gratitude for your recent, generous donation. Your support has been instrumental in turning our vision for an e-sports and gaming career exploration project into a reality for our BIPOC students.\r\n\r\nWe are thrilled to report that we have successfully acquired the necessary equipment thanks to your contribution. The new reality headset is already providing students with incredible, hands-on opportunities to delve into the world of e-sports and video game competitions. This is not just a gaming device; it is a powerful educational tool that is opening up new pathways for our students to explore careers involving cutting-edge technology.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your generosity is already tangible. Students who previously had limited exposure to the technology and careers within the gaming industry are now actively engaged, building skills in problem-solving, strategic thinking, and teamwork. One student mentioned how this program has shown them a career path they never knew existed, giving them a renewed sense of purpose and excitement about their future. Your gift has provided them with an inclusive outlet where their skills are valued, helping them feel a strong sense of success and belonging.\r\n\r\nFurthermore, the durable protective case you funded will ensure that this valuable resource is safe for long-term use, impacting many future generations of students to come. This sustainability is a direct result of your thoughtful contribution.\r\n\r\nYour belief in our students and our mission to provide them with the materials and opportunities they need to succeed is truly inspiring. We are deeply grateful for your partnership and are excited to keep you updated on the continued progress of this program.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your extraordinary support and for making a real, measurable difference in the lives of our students. 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The new reality headset is already providing students with incredible, hands-on opportunities to delve into the world of e-sports and video game competitions. This is not just a gaming device; it is a powerful educational tool that is opening up new pathways for our students to explore careers involving cutting-edge technology.\r\nThe impact of your generosity is already tangible. Students who previously had limited exposure to the technology and careers within the gaming industry are now actively engaged, building skills in problem-solving, strategic thinking, and teamwork. One student mentioned how this program has shown them a career path they never knew existed, giving them a renewed sense of purpose and excitement about their future. 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