{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"New Standard Academy","outOfStateSupporters":42.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6624381,"projectId":10233590,"letterContent":"As we approached the end of the school year, many of our essential classroom supplies were running low. My students were preparing for final assignments, projects, and assessments, and having the right materials in place was critical to helping them stay organized, confident, and focused. This project ensured that we had the basic tools needed to finish the year strong — especially as student‑provided supplies had already been used up.\r\n\r\nThe materials funded through this project made a tremendous difference in our daily routines. Fresh loose‑leaf paper supported note‑taking, practice work, and written responses. Flair pens allowed me to give clear, meaningful feedback that students could easily read and apply. Laminating sheets helped me create durable reference tools and supports that students relied on during review and practice. Sharpies and colored staples kept our work organized and visually accessible. And a dependable pencil sharpener kept our classroom running smoothly without interruptions.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments came during our final review week. Students were working through a multi‑step practice activity, and for the first time in weeks, no one had to stop and ask for paper, borrow a pen, or wait in line for a functioning sharpener. They moved confidently from station to station, using laminated reference sheets to check their work and brightly colored pens to annotate their thinking. The room felt calm, focused, and productive — exactly what they needed heading into finals.\r\n\r\nTheir reaction when the materials first arrived was priceless. Several students immediately grabbed the Flair pens and said, \"These are the good ones!\" Others were excited to see the huge stack of paper, joking that they finally wouldn't have to \"ration\" their notebook pages. The new pencil sharpener became an instant favorite — students noticed right away that it actually worked quickly and didn't eat their pencils.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these supplies continue to support our end‑of‑year projects and final assessments. Students are using the laminated sheets as durable study guides, the pens for color‑coded review strategies, and the paper for practice problems and written responses. These tools help them stay organized and confident as they complete their last major assignments of the year.\r\n\r\nYour support directly impacted the daily experience of every learner in my classroom. Thank you for helping my students finish the year with confidence, pride, and the materials they needed to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1778271983105,"projectUrl":"project/keep-warriors-working/10233590/","projectTitle":"Keep Warriors Working","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cox","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6624381_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753202149411","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/math-guru314"},{"teacherId":8836066,"projectId":10116545,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has become a more engaging and supportive learning environment for all students. We are using the new resources daily. Students use the loose-leaf paper and pencils during lessons, group work, and independent practice, while the sensory items like putty, fidget tubes, and stress balls are helping students stay focused and calm during instruction. One memorable moment was during a recent lesson when a student who usually struggles to stay on task used the putty and was able to remain engaged for the entire activity—something that was a huge success for them.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the students were excited and curious. They couldn't wait to try everything, and it created a positive buzz in the classroom. Many students immediately gravitated toward the sensory tools, and it was clear they felt supported and valued knowing these items were available to help them learn in a way that works best for them.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we plan to continue incorporating these resources into our daily routines and upcoming lessons. As we work on current projects, students will use these tools to stay focused, collaborate effectively, and build confidence in their learning. Your support has truly made a difference, and we are so grateful for the impact you've had on our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1773936027001,"projectUrl":"project/stress-less-learn-more/10116545/","projectTitle":"Stress Less, Learn More","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Poole","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8836066_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667997497604","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8836066"},{"teacherId":8836066,"projectId":9900041,"letterContent":"When our new classroom supplies arrived, my students were immediately excited and eager to dive in. The bright dry-erase markers and clipboards quickly became favorites during our small-group activities. Students began collaborating more confidently, showing their work clearly, moving around the room to solve problems together, and engaging in deeper discussions. The Post-it easel pads allowed us to create anchor charts and visual reminders that now hang proudly around the classroom, giving students constant access to the strategies we built together.\r\nOne of my favorite moments so far was watching my students use the graph paper during a challenging assignment. They were focused, organized, and proud of how neatly they could present their thinking. Even something as simple as fresh glue sticks boosted participation during interactive notebook work—students were excited to put their notebooks together the right way without worrying about running out of supplies. The diffuser has also made our classroom feel calm and inviting, helping students stay focused and ready to learn each day.\r\nThanks to your support, my students are equipped with high-quality tools that make learning more hands-on, collaborative, and meaningful. These resources have helped us start strong, and they will continue to support our work throughout the year. Your generosity has truly impacted our classroom, and we are so grateful for your belief in our students and their potential. Thank you for making a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1763587258798,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-that-help-my-students-shine-eve/9900041/","projectTitle":"Supplies That Help My Students Shine Every Day","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Poole","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8836066_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667997497604","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8836066"},{"teacherId":3823519,"projectId":9428902,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kindness. This project has been a lifesaver for our class this year. With these supplies, my students have been able to hit the ground running from day 1. We were able to do many STEM projects and team building during the first weeks of school. Since then, we have been doing hands-on learning, small group instruction, and playing games. Learning this way and hitting as many different learning styles as possible has been a game-changer. None of this could have been accomplished without you!","fullyFundedDate":1753975134096,"projectUrl":"project/school-supplies-for-school-success/9428902/","projectTitle":"School Supplies For School Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Benoit","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3823519_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1476026818708","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/benoitamanda"},{"teacherId":8836066,"projectId":9485151,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my classroom has become more organized, efficient, and engaging for my students! The new rolling storage cart has made it easy to keep supplies sorted and accessible, allowing students to take more ownership of classroom materials. They especially love using the labeled drawers to quickly grab what they need for group activities and projects without wasting time searching.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the colorful pens, pencils, and sticky notes, they were so excited — it felt like Christmas morning! They immediately started using the new supplies for note-taking, journaling, and collaborative problem-solving. The \"I Need Help\" flip charts have also been a game-changer for classroom communication; students feel more comfortable asking for support without disrupting the flow of the lesson.\r\n\r\nThe teacher planner and three-hole punch have helped me stay organized and prepared for every lesson, while the loose-leaf paper ensures that no student ever has to worry about not having materials. The magnetic pen holders have helped keep our whiteboard area tidy and ready for daily use.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through the semester, these resources are helping my students focus more on learning and less on logistics. Our next step is using these tools to support our upcoming group projects, where students will plan, organize, and present their own culinary or math-based lessons to their peers. These materials make that kind of hands-on, student-led learning possible.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in our classroom and helping create an organized, creative, and collaborative learning space. Your contribution truly makes a daily difference!","fullyFundedDate":1758202621360,"projectUrl":"project/the-write-tools-for-success-organized-a/9485151/","projectTitle":"The Write Tools for Success: Organized and Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Poole","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8836066_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667997497604","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8836066"},{"teacherId":8450780,"projectId":9248831,"letterContent":"Muchas gracias para los libros. These books have provided our students with real Spanish language usage that they will not find in a textbook. It can be so difficult to learn a new language, especially without context. So, while it is important for students to learn the conjugations of verbs and when to use them -- through conjugation tables and educational songs -- real language fluency comes from experiencing the language in context, through literature and other media. \r\n\r\nThe Spanish literature library is just starting to grow, so the small amount we've gained from this Donors Choose project is a tremendous help. It may look small now, but with time, we hope to have a flourishing collection of books for our Spanish language learners -- and our Spanish-speaking English Language Learners -- to enjoy.","fullyFundedDate":1744244995351,"projectUrl":"project/libros-para-estudiantes/9248831/","projectTitle":"Libros Para Estudiantes","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brasseur","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8450780"},{"teacherId":8836066,"projectId":9538690,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for supporting our classroom with your generous donation. Thanks to your contributions, we now have access to essential cleaning supplies and hygiene products, which have made our learning environment safer and more comfortable for all students. The students were excited to see all the new materials, especially the whiteboard cleaner and hand sanitizer, and they immediately took pride in keeping our classroom clean and organized.\r\n\r\nThese resources have allowed us to focus more on learning and less on disruptions caused by messes or the spread of germs. For example, during a recent collaborative science project, students were able to comfortably share materials and work together at our whiteboards without worrying about cleanliness. They were thrilled to see our classroom feeling refreshed and ready for their creativity and collaboration.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we plan to continue integrating these materials into daily routines to support both learning and responsibility. Our next classroom project will involve interactive lessons that require students to actively use the whiteboards for problem-solving and brainstorming, and having these resources ensures a smooth and engaging experience for everyone. Your support is helping us create a positive, healthy, and inspiring learning space that encourages student participation and collaboration.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1758202628467,"projectUrl":"project/germs-dont-belong-here-help-us-stay-cl/9538690/","projectTitle":"Germs Don’t Belong Here: Help Us Stay Clean","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Poole","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8836066_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667997497604","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8836066"},{"teacherId":9999641,"projectId":9257192,"letterContent":"We are deeply grateful for the generous donation of Spanish as a Second Language books for our beginner students. These resources will play a vital role in helping our learners take their first steps in reading and understanding Spanish. \r\nSome students enjoy reading every day and often pick up a book to read or improve their pronunciation alongside me. These books are even available to take home, allowing them to immerse themselves in the new language beyond the classroom.\r\nYour support not only enriches our educational environment but also empowers students to explore a new language with confidence and curiosity. 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