{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Pittsburgh M L King Academy","outOfStateSupporters":28.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7999307,"projectId":10145235,"letterContent":"Thank you for the wonderful books to add to our classroom library. The students have already started to enjoy them. It is so important to add a variety of books for student choice. They were very excited to add them to our book shelf. Your generosity is greatly appreciated. The sticker's and lollipops are great incentives for the students. They work very hard and it's nice to see the excitement on their face when they receive a sticker or lollipop. Thank you for supporting my students and their learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1778033784509,"projectUrl":"project/reading-is-fun/10145235/","projectTitle":"Reading is Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maizer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7999307"},{"teacherId":6231548,"projectId":9962380,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating the baby dolls, blankets, and bottles to our preschool classroom! These materials will make a wonderful addition to our pretend and play area during center time. The children will use them to develop social-emotional skills, language, creativity, and nurturing behaviors as they role-play and care for their \"babies.\" These hands-on experiences encourage cooperation, communication, imagination, and responsibility while creating meaningful learning opportunities through play. Your generosity helps make our classroom a warm and engaging environment for all students!\r\nWe truly appreciate your thoughtfulneess and support.","fullyFundedDate":1778033783951,"projectUrl":"project/pretend-play-fun-with-new-baby-dolls/9962380/","projectTitle":"Pretend Play Fun with New Baby Dolls","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rosgony","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6231548_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755468133597","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6231548"},{"teacherId":3723350,"projectId":10053273,"letterContent":"The new resources have made a meaningful difference in our classroom community, not only supporting learning but also helping meet the basic needs of my students. The donations of hats and gloves came at a critical time during the extreme winter temperatures in Pittsburgh, ensuring my students could arrive warm, comfortable, and ready to learn. Having these essentials removed barriers and allowed students to focus more fully on instruction. Donations of food have also supported full bellies for learning, which has positively impacted students' focus, energy, and participation throughout the day. One especially meaningful classroom moment has been using celebrations of student accomplishments to build confidence and community—students light up when their hard work is recognized, and these moments have strengthened motivation and pride in their learning.\r\nWhen students first saw the materials and support provided through this project, they were excited and deeply appreciative. Many were eager to wear their new hats and gloves right away, and the classroom celebrations brought joy and a sense of belonging. The food supports have also been impactful, helping students feel cared for and secure. My students have reacted not just with excitement, but with gratitude, and they understand that there are people beyond our classroom cheering them on and investing in their success.\r\nAs we move forward, these resources continue to support our next steps in both academics and classroom culture. We are using this foundation of care and encouragement to strengthen perseverance, celebrate growth, and keep students engaged in current lessons and goals. We will continue using celebrations to recognize milestones, encourage positive habits, and motivate students as they work toward academic growth. Thanks to our donors, my students have what they need to feel warm, nourished, supported, and ready to thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1769316556391,"projectUrl":"project/warmth-care-and-full-tummies/10053273/","projectTitle":"Warmth Care and Full Tummies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rhodes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3723350_orig.jpg?crop=1200,1200,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659842291861","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3723350"},{"teacherId":9416340,"projectId":10057379,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your gracious donation to our 3rd Grade Classroom. Donations like yours help our classroom function and allow students opportunities that may not otherwise be possible.\r\nThis Warmth for Winter project allowed every student in my class to receive a brand new sweatshirt. They were also able to receive hats, gloves, and socks. The pure joy on the students faces when they received them, and when they realized they were all matching was amazing to see.\r\nThe snacks help carry students over between breakfast and lunch, as well as between lunch and going home. Snacks are brain fuel while the students are learning. It helps them focus and succeed at school.\r\nWe can't thank you enough for your donation and helping make these experiences possible.\r\n\r\nThank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1769446961370,"projectUrl":"project/warmth-for-the-winter/10057379/","projectTitle":"Warmth for the Winter","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. M","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9416340"},{"teacherId":2412312,"projectId":10057384,"letterContent":"We simply can not thank you enough for your thoughtful and kind donation to our safe and warm project. The kids LITERALLY jumped up and down chanting when the boxes came and we opened them up. A few even went to the window and shouted out, \"THANK YOU!\" \r\nThanks to your donation, we have breakfast for the remainder of the year for those students who arrive late. In addition, we have small meals for students with food insecurity to take home for themselves and siblings. \r\nFinally, thanks to you, we were able to secure hats and gloves for ALL of our students! This is a MAJOR win for our kiddos!\r\nWithout support from generous donors like you, our kiddos will be warm and well fed, making sure that they are ready to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1772550318538,"projectUrl":"project/satisfied-safe-and-warm/10057384/","projectTitle":"Satisfied, Safe, and Warm","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Graham Jennings","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2412312_orig.jpg?crop=931,931,x0,y332&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723082045171","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2412312"},{"teacherId":1870812,"projectId":10039944,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your incredible generosity in supporting our project, \"Warmth, Care, and Full Tummies for Our Students.\" Because of you, my students now have access to hats, gloves, socks, snacks, and basic care items that help them feel safe, comfortable, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, these items are more than just supplies — they are a reminder that someone cares about them beyond the classroom walls. When a child is warm, fed, and cared for, they can focus better, participate more, and walk into school with confidence instead of worry.","fullyFundedDate":1768769163993,"projectUrl":"project/warmth-care-and-full-tummies-for-our-s/10039944/","projectTitle":"Warmth, Care, and Full Tummies for Our Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1870812_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1487270481301","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/khartz"},{"teacherId":7999307,"projectId":10021455,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations supporting hunger relief, warmth, and care. My students love all of the wonderful snacks that you provided for them. The snacks help keep them focused on their learning and not feeling hungry. The gloves and hats keep them warm when they go outside to buses and protect them from the cold weather. The toothbrushes and wipes help their hygiene so they feel clean and refreshed to start the school day. \r\nI appreciate the wonderful donations for my classroom. Your generosity will make a meaningful difference for all of my students, and I'm truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1768613744572,"projectUrl":"project/care-and-warmth/10021455/","projectTitle":"Care and Warmth","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maizer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7999307"},{"teacherId":7999307,"projectId":10050048,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my amazing kindergarten class. The donation of hats, gloves, snacks, hygiene products with help protect my students from the cold weather and help keep them clean and healthy. They enjoy the wonderful snacks. When their bellies are full, they can focus on their learning. \r\nBecause of your support, my students will stay warm, nourished, clean, and better equipped to learn and explore each day. \r\nI am incredibly grateful for your generosity and the care you show toward my amazing students. I truly appreciate your support of my classroom and school community.","fullyFundedDate":1769446300237,"projectUrl":"project/help-with-wellness/10050048/","projectTitle":"Help With Wellness!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maizer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7999307"},{"teacherId":6231548,"projectId":9955123,"letterContent":"We are using the chart paper and markers every morning during our daily morning message. Together, we read the message, practice letter recognition, count words, count the spaces between words, and talk about the meaning of the sentence. The children were excited to see the new materials and enjoyed watching the message written in bright colors. Many eagerly volunteered to come up and copy words from the message, circle letters, underline words, and add drawings.\r\nWe are so thankful for donors like you who support our classroom and help make these meaningful learning moments possible every day.","fullyFundedDate":1765856310742,"projectUrl":"project/charting-our-way-to-pre-literacy-success/9955123/","projectTitle":"Charting Our Way to Pre-Literacy Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rosgony","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6231548_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755468133597","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6231548"},{"teacherId":6231548,"projectId":9857085,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of dot paints and construction paper to our preschool classroom. Your support has a positive impact on our children's daily learning experiences, and we truly appreciate your kindness.\r\n\r\nThese materials will be used during art center time, small group activities, and whole-group lessons throughout the school year. Dot paints are developmentally appropriate for preschoolers and help strengthen fine motor skills, hand strength, and coordination as children squeeze and press the bottles. These skills are important foundations for writing and other daily tasks.\r\n\r\nConstruction paper will be used for open-ended art projects, letter and number activities, and creative classroom displays. Children will use dot paints to practice letter recognition, write their names, count dots, create patterns, and explore colors and shapes. These hands-on activities make learning fun, meaningful, and engaging.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom is a more colorful, creative, and engaging place to learn. Thank you for supporting our preschool students and helping us provide meaningful learning experiences every day.","fullyFundedDate":1764719833698,"projectUrl":"project/bright-ideas-begin-with-dot-paints-and/9857085/","projectTitle":"“Bright Ideas Begin with Dot Paints and Paper”","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rosgony","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6231548_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755468133597","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6231548"},{"teacherId":6231548,"projectId":9927301,"letterContent":"Thanks so much for your generous support and for thinking of our classroom. Because of your kindness, my students and I now have access to materials that truly enhance our daily learning experiences and support the social, emotional, and creative growth of every child. Your donation has made a meaningful difference in our classroom environment, and we are incredibly grateful.\r\n\r\nWe are using the new resources throughout the day in purposeful and engaging ways. The fidget toys have become a valuable tool during circle time, small groups, and transitions. Some children use them to help regulate their emotions, while others use them to stay focused while listening to stories or participating in discussions. \r\n\r\nThe felt board pieces have quickly become a classroom favorite. Students use them during circle time to act out nursery rhymes, songs, and familiar stories. They also enjoy using the felt board independently during center time, working together to create their own imaginative scenes. One special moment that stood out was when a child volunteered to be the \"class leader\" and used the felt pieces to guide the class through a nursery rhyme. This activity encouraged language development, creativity, confidence, and leadership skills all at once.\r\n\r\nThe laminating sheets have allowed us to preserve student artwork and learning materials. We laminate drawings, name-writing practice, and special projects so children can revisit them throughout the year and share them with their families. \r\n\r\nBaby wipes may seem like a small item, but they play an important role in our daily routine. After meals and messy activities, we use them to clean faces and hands, helping children feel comfortable, cared for, and ready to transition to the next activity. Maintaining cleanliness supports both health and independence, as children learn to take responsibility for themselves.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and support. Your donation has enriched our classroom, strengthened our learning experiences, and brought smiles to many young faces. We truly appreciate your kindness and the positive impact you have made on our students' lives.","fullyFundedDate":1764173257404,"projectUrl":"project/numbers-come-to-life-in-pre-k/9927301/","projectTitle":"Numbers Come to Life in Pre-K","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rosgony","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6231548_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755468133597","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6231548"},{"teacherId":7990319,"projectId":9625268,"letterContent":"I just wanted to take a moment to thank you once again for your generosity and donation towards my project. Every Wednesday at my school is called \"wellness Wednesday.\" We teach social and emotional learning and I also have incorporated our yoga and meditation practices into these lessons as well. I recently had a student who became escalated and then said, \"let me do my deep breaths.\" He closed his eyes, took several deep breaths and he was then able to communicate calmly. Proud teacher moment!\r\n\r\nOnce again thank you for your donation- my students look forward to doing this work every Wednesday!","fullyFundedDate":1758636498911,"projectUrl":"project/strike-a-yoga-pose/9625268/","projectTitle":"Strike a Yoga Pose","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Britton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7990319"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_88698","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":369,"numTeachers":40,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":87,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":2,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":6,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"9.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":71.4,"schoolId":88698,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Pittsburgh M L King Academy on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Pittsburgh M L King Academy","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/pennsylvania/pittsburgh-public-schools/pittsburgh-ml-king-acad/88698"}