{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Multicultural Magnet School","outOfStateSupporters":33.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5211001,"projectId":9691123,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support towards our \"Reading Rug\" project. We were in desperate need for a comfortable space to have our Reading groups each day.\r\nMy students were absolutely THRILLED when they saw the new rug. They all \"ooh'ed\" and \"ahhh-ed\" when it was being unrolled for the first time!\r\n\r\nOur old carpet had certainly seen better days and was no longer a comfortable place to sit and learn. Now that we have this beautiful and happy rug, we are sure to take very good care of it. Each day, a new student makes sure to vacuum it and make sure it is clean and ready for the next day.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your generosity! I would not be able to provide everything my students need without your help.","fullyFundedDate":1757426836889,"projectUrl":"project/reading-rug-request/9691123/","projectTitle":"Reading Rug Request","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mackowski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5211001_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1519928617411","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/d-l-mackowski-"},{"teacherId":5211001,"projectId":9697137,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project \"Calm Corner Carpet\". We were so excited to receive this gorgeous rug! It is truly AMAZING!\r\nMy students were so happy to have a new, comfortable and \"happy\" rug to sit on while utilizing our calming corner. \r\nThis rug has been the perfect addition to our classroom! When my students need a break to \"reset\" or \"calm\" themselves down, they immediately head on over to the carpet.\r\n\r\nWe are very grateful for your generosity. My students and I appreciate you all more than you will ever know.","fullyFundedDate":1765289923957,"projectUrl":"project/calm-corner-carpet/9697137/","projectTitle":"\"Calm Corner\" Carpet","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mackowski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5211001_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1519928617411","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/d-l-mackowski-"},{"teacherId":5211001,"projectId":9697158,"letterContent":"We were so very excited to learn that this project was funded! My students absolutely love to explore any and everything related to Science. Every single item that we received are activities that are educational, super engaging, and hands-on. \r\n\r\nSince my classroom is not provided a science curriculum, I am left to try and put together meaningful content for all. Now that we've received so many new and exciting science materials, we'll have lessons for a long time to come.\r\n\r\nSo far, our favorites have been the snow making kit, crystal growing kit, and the dinosaur egg excavation activity.\r\n\r\nWe hope to get the chance to use the STEM Explorers Bridge Builders Set and the 150+ Explosive Science Experiments Kit before the year is done.\r\n\r\nThank you all for your generosity and support of our wonderful classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1758043474445,"projectUrl":"project/seeking-spectacular-science-supplies/9697158/","projectTitle":"Seeking Spectacular Science Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mackowski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5211001_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1519928617411","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/d-l-mackowski-"},{"teacherId":5211001,"projectId":9513252,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping us to get our project \"Seeking Spectacular Scholastic News project funded! Unfortunately, I am not provided with curriculum in my classroom and must find creative ways to teach my students about science and current events.\r\n Scholastic News to the rescue!!!\r\n My students absolutely love practicing their reading skills while learning about so many different topics. Scholastic News have been a game changer in our classroom. The issues are always able to capture the kids' interest and attention, which is not always easy to do in our classroom. \r\nWe look forward to many more interesting and informative issues as we finish out this school year.\r\nThank you again for your generosity and support of our very special classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1757341698877,"projectUrl":"project/seeking-spectacular-scholastic-news/9513252/","projectTitle":"Seeking Spectacular Scholastic News","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mackowski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5211001_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1519928617411","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/d-l-mackowski-"},{"teacherId":5211001,"projectId":9513250,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us to reach our goal of getting our \"Seeking Sensory Supplies\" project funded! Our students require many types of support in order to be successful in our classroom. Sensory tools help our students regulate their emotions and help keep their minds and bodies calm.\r\nWe were in desperate need of noise canceling headphones, sensory tiles, and sensory spinning chair so my learners could can get the sensory regulation they require in order to be their best selves in our learning environment. YOU ALL made this happen! \r\nWe couldn't be more grateful to our amazing donors that show up for us EVERY TIME.\r\nThank you all for helping me to provide my amazing students with all of the materials that they need to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1757363064158,"projectUrl":"project/seeking-sensory-supplies/9513250/","projectTitle":"Seeking Sensory Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mackowski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5211001_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1519928617411","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/d-l-mackowski-"},{"teacherId":126860,"projectId":9750610,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Your contributions made it possible for us to purchase new headphones, a Teachers Pay Teachers gift card, and a variety of engaging classroom games. These resources are already making a meaningful difference in our daily learning.\r\n\r\n The headphones are helping students focus during independent work and digital learning activities, as well as practice for standardized tests. The Teachers Pay Teachers gift card allows me to bring high‑quality, creative instructional materials directly into our lessons. And the new games have added a spark of joy and collaboration to our classroom community.\r\n\r\n Your kindness has created opportunities for my students to learn, explore, and grow in ways that truly matter. We are deeply grateful for your investment in our classroom and for believing in the work we do each day.","fullyFundedDate":1768490620795,"projectUrl":"project/hear-it-learn-it-play-it/9750610/","projectTitle":"Hear It, Learn It, Play It!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wehmann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp126860_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1510931825419","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/126860"},{"teacherId":1168206,"projectId":9431500,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating snacks to our 3rd grade class. We were so excited and grateful when we received them!\r\nYour kindness helps us stay focused, energized, and ready to learn each day. Some of my students are unable to bring snacks daily so that helps those students to feel like they are part of the class. Snack time is one of our favorite parts of the day, and your donation made it extra special. We really appreciate you thinking of us and supporting our classroom.\r\nThank you again for your generosity. It means a lot to all of us!","fullyFundedDate":1758223926705,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-to-fuel-learning/9431500/","projectTitle":"Snacks to Fuel Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1168206"},{"teacherId":1168206,"projectId":9431360,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of classroom materials. Your kindness and support have made a meaningful difference for my students. Because of you, our classroom is better equipped with the tools we need to learn, create, and grow every day.\r\nYour generosity directly supports our students' success, and we are truly grateful for your investment in their education. The students were so happy to receive these supplies. Thank you for believing in our classroom and helping make learning more engaging and accessible for all.","fullyFundedDate":1758843307246,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-new-supplies/9431360/","projectTitle":"New Year- New Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1168206"},{"teacherId":578063,"projectId":9750570,"letterContent":"I want to send a huge thank you for your generous contribution to my classroom. I am beyond appreciative for your generosity. My students will benefit greatly from our Scholastic Magazine subscription. This will give them more exposure to non-fiction and current events. These magazines provide engaging, age appropriate articles that help students build reading comprehension, vocabulary and critical thinking skills while staying informed about the world around them.\r\nYour donation helps bring learning to life by giving them high interest texts that spark curiosity and encourage thoughtful discussion. Many of my students benefit greatly from having real world reading materials and these magazines will support diverse learning needs and reading levels throughout the year.\r\nThank you again for supporting my students.","fullyFundedDate":1764693953524,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-the-future-with-the-past/9750570/","projectTitle":"Fuel the Future With the Past","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lichvar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp578063_orig.jpg?crop=1055,1055,x0,y305&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758590529272","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/578063"},{"teacherId":127274,"projectId":9249799,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom's work with the dystopian novel The Giver. Your generosity is creating meaningful experiences that are helping my students think deeply, question bravery, and grow as readers.\r\n\r\nWith your help, my students are actively engaged in discussions about choice, memory, individuality, and empathy. They are making powerful connections between Jonas's world and their own. The debate about community rules and sameness has been lively and powerful! For many students, this is the first book that made them feel something so strongly-from confusion, hope, and frustration. \r\n\r\nYour kindness made all of this possible. Thank you for providing my students with a rich learning experience that has opened their minds to see what it means to truly \"see beyond.\"","fullyFundedDate":1753282426867,"projectUrl":"project/journey-into-dystopia-the-giver/9249799/","projectTitle":"Journey into Dystopia: \"The Giver\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Q.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/127274"},{"teacherId":127274,"projectId":9620531,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our indoor recess project! Your generosity has allowed my 6th graders to have fun and engage in games with their classmates on indoor recess days instead of sitting at their desks or on screens.\r\n\r\nOur classroom is totally transformed on rainy days and cold weather days now that they have the opportunity to connect and create memories with one another. Uno has become a class favorite! It helps students practice turn-taking and showing good sportsmanship- especially when that \"Draw 4\" card comes out! Students love the fast-paced play and the popping dice when playing Trouble. Chess gives students the chance to think deeply and challenge themselves while practicing patience and building confidence.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful that you chose to support our classroom. Thank you for making such a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1758806303255,"projectUrl":"project/lets-level-up-indoor-recess/9620531/","projectTitle":"Let's Level Up Indoor Recess!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Q.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/127274"},{"teacherId":5211001,"projectId":9677719,"letterContent":"We are the LUCKIEST classroom around! I was so excited to receive the email that our project \"Copy That\" has been fully funded. Due to recent budget cuts, we were told that we would only be allotted one box of copy paper per class for the entire year. This caused major concern for me and the whole Special Education Team. \r\nThe amount of paperwork that we are required to print each week is a hefty number. We all provide individual work to every student, every day. This takes quite a bit of copying and paper. Our students are very unique, and each one's needs differ from their peers. We also create and print visual supports daily. \r\nThis project brought in 7 full boxes of paper. We should be set for at least half of the year now. I will be sharing with the rest of my team to ensure that all of the kids that receive Special Education services will not go without. \r\nThank you for blessing us with this gift. We are so very grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1757363704189,"projectUrl":"project/copy-that/9677719/","projectTitle":"Copy That!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mackowski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5211001_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1519928617411","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/d-l-mackowski-"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_49332","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":436,"numTeachers":28,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":11,"percentWhite":14,"percentIndigenous":2,"percentLatinx":68,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":1,"gradesServed":"K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"15.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":66.5,"schoolId":49332,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Multicultural Magnet School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Multicultural Magnet School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/connecticut/bridgeport-public-schools/multicultural-magnet-school/49332"}