{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Pittsburgh Science and Technology Academy","outOfStateSupporters":23.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10293647,"projectId":10116556,"letterContent":"This charging equipment has made an immediate impact in our classroom by ensuring that students can stay engaged in learning without technological interruptions. Our students rely on their devices daily for research, assignments, and interactive activities tied directly to instruction. When a device runs out of power, students can miss key lessons or fall behind. Having reliable chargers available allows learning to continue smoothly and helps students stay focused on the content rather than the battery percentage on their screen.\r\nWhat excites students most is the peace of mind this provides. They know that if their device runs low—whether they forgot a charger at home or had a long testing day—they have access to a solution. This reduces stress and helps create a more supportive and equitable classroom environment where all students can participate fully, regardless of home circumstances.\r\nThis technology has been especially helpful for students who share devices at home, take multiple technology‑based classes, or are still learning organizational skills. With charging readily available, these students feel more confident and prepared, and they're able to remain productive throughout the school day. Your support has helped remove a small but significant barrier to learning, and it has made a meaningful difference for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1776950334472,"projectUrl":"project/charging-options/10116556/","projectTitle":"Charging Options","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Tsangaris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10293647"},{"teacherId":7998888,"projectId":10022633,"letterContent":"Thank you for your contributions to my students. We take for granted the impact a filling breakfast and lunch have on our abilities to focus. Because of your donations, students were able to have nutritious snacks to sustain their bodies and allow them to focus on their work. The relief in a student's eyes when they asked me if I had any snacks or food and I was able to share the healthy treats you purchased for them was palpable. \r\n\r\nWith energy, 10th grade students were able to focus on doing an energy audit of our school and sharing recommendations on how to lower our carbon footprint. My 11th grade students were able to explore the nuances of balancing environmental needs with culture and American economics while weighing the pros and the cons of implementing aquaculture and an oil rig into a town. My 12th grade students had energy to experiment with and explore the different methods to remove microplastics from our food and environment. \r\n\r\nI ask big thinking of them. You provided big energy for them to do so.\r\n\r\nThank you!","fullyFundedDate":1768675766506,"projectUrl":"project/the-energy-they-need-to-succeed/10022633/","projectTitle":"The Energy They Need to Succeed!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Diaz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7998888"},{"teacherId":5369944,"projectId":10038402,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and donations towards these many playing and moving items. We wanted some things to get the students engaged and active while we were cooped up in the classroom during the winter months. These items did the trick! \r\n The most popular items were the shaker eggs. The students enjoy using them to make music, parade around the room, keep a beat, and even sort and build (as can be seen in one of the photos). The cushions provide the students sensory input while maintaining attention during lessons. \r\n This is all possible because of donors like you! Thanks again!","fullyFundedDate":1768949723038,"projectUrl":"project/prek-moving-and-learning/10038402/","projectTitle":"PreK Moving and Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rachael","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5369944_orig.jpg?crop=465,465,x0,y77&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1701193231258","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rachael-harms"},{"teacherId":5369944,"projectId":10021584,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to make our wish for new nap mats a reality! Our old cots were awkward, heavy, broken, and dirty from years of use. The students wanted to be independent in putting away their bedding but could not because of the state of the old cots. To say that our students were excited to see the new mats would be an understatement! \r\n The new mats allow for easier cleaning, storage, handling, and comfort. The students couldn't wait to have \"rest time\" on the first day of the new mats to see just how comfortable they were. \r\n Thank you again for your kindness and generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1768618504094,"projectUrl":"project/sleeping-soundly-with-nap-mats/10021584/","projectTitle":"Sleeping Soundly With Nap Mats","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rachael","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5369944_orig.jpg?crop=465,465,x0,y77&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1701193231258","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rachael-harms"},{"teacherId":2604707,"projectId":9891128,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing the opportunity for my students to participate in real world dissections. This is a big part of biotechnology students high school science experience. Students have been begging for dissections. We started with our brain dissection as part of our signaling module focusing on the nervous system. Students were stunned at the squishiness of the brains and the smell. Once we got over the smell, everyone seemed to enjoy the experience for the most part. Doing dissections for the first time is an experience. In addition, it is sometimes hard to distinguish fine details of organs, especially in the brain. This is a worthwhile experience for the students.\r\n\r\nWe will be moving forward to using the fetal pig dissections as part of our final year end culmination of our 2 year studies in biomedical technology. Many of our students are interested in entering the biomedical field either in nursing, medical doctors, physician assistants, research, radiology tech. The ability to visualize what we have learned in our curriculum with the dissections is essential to their overall understanding of how cells are the building blocks of organisms. Thank you for this opportunity!","fullyFundedDate":1763591284770,"projectUrl":"project/the-power-of-dissection-its-all-about/9891128/","projectTitle":"The Power of Dissection- It’s All About the Organs!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kinchington","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2604707_orig.jpg?crop=898,898,x166,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1639512307934","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2604707"},{"teacherId":10418923,"projectId":10060410,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our comfort closet has become a quiet but powerful support system within our school. Students now have access to snacks when they are hungry, warm clothing on cold days, and essential hygiene items when they need them most, often without having to ask.\r\n\r\nWe've seen students return to class more focused after having a snack, and others feel more confident simply because they have what they need to get through the day. These small moments add up in a big way, helping remove barriers so students can fully engage in learning.\r\n\r\nYour support has created a space where students feel cared for, respected, and supported. That impact is felt every single day. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1769526045416,"projectUrl":"project/basic-needs-big-impact/10060410/","projectTitle":"Basic Needs, Big Impact","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Yuhas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10418923"},{"teacherId":2839583,"projectId":10021525,"letterContent":"Your support made an immediate and meaningful impact in our classroom. Students were genuinely excited the moment they saw the materials—there was a level of energy and ownership that you don't always get with traditional assignments. Instead of just completing work, they were creating something personal and tangible.\r\n\r\nBeyond our classroom, we were also able to extend the impact of your donation by sharing materials with social workers and middle school students. This allowed more students to engage in hands-on, creative work that supports both academic learning and emotional expression.\r\n\r\nWhen students first received the materials, their reaction was immediate—excitement, curiosity, and a lot of questions about what they could create. It shifted the tone of the classroom from passive learning to active participation almost instantly.","fullyFundedDate":1768686429942,"projectUrl":"project/creating-your-own-warmth/10021525/","projectTitle":"Creating your own warmth","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2839583_orig.jpg?crop=336,336,x55,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565111636410","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-mooreatscitech"},{"teacherId":5457867,"projectId":9892712,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous snack donations to our classroom. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in the daily lives of my students.\r\n\r\nI have been using these snacks in several important ways. During CDT testing, they serve as a small but powerful reward that helps motivate students and keep their energy up during long testing sessions. I also use them to celebrate academic progress, giving students something tangible to recognize their hard work and achievements.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, these snacks are available for students who may simply be hungry. Having access to food during the school day helps them stay focused, comfortable, and ready to learn. Because of your support, I am better able to meet not only my students' academic needs, but also their basic needs.\r\n\r\nYour generosity truly creates a positive and supportive classroom environment where students feel cared for and encouraged. Thank you for investing in my students and helping them succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1769467525534,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-snacks-for-hungry-students/9892712/","projectTitle":"Healthy Snacks for Hungry Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Keesecker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5457867_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1630446958497","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5457867"},{"teacherId":2604707,"projectId":9744186,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my project Brain Food for Body and Behavior! Students loved the opportunity to have some Snacks throughout the day to help them focus and fill that pang of hunger during the long school day! \r\nSnacks are not always available to students as the vending machine doesn't work and sometimes the lunches are just not appetizing. To be able to know that there is something there if needed provides a positive culture for students and our school and classroom. \r\nStudents are able to focus on their work, stay awake and enjoy the snacks while working Thank you for the donations and support!!","fullyFundedDate":1758880046216,"projectUrl":"project/brain-food-for-body-and-behavior/9744186/","projectTitle":"Brain Food for Body and Behavior!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kinchington","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2604707_orig.jpg?crop=898,898,x166,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1639512307934","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2604707"},{"teacherId":10293647,"projectId":10116559,"letterContent":"The iPad and chargers have made a big difference during our advisory period. When students come in without a laptop, they can still explore careers, research colleges, and complete their interest surveys without losing time. It's helped keep everyone engaged instead of feeling stuck or waiting for a device.\r\nStudents really like how quick and easy the iPad is to use. They jump right into tools like Naviance, virtual campus tours, and career exploration apps. A few students who usually hesitate with technology have actually gravitated toward the iPad (similar to iphone) because it feels more familiar and less intimidating than a full laptop.\r\nOverall, this project has helped keep our advisory time purposeful and consistent. Instead of technology being a barrier, it's giving students more independence and more chances to explore their future.","fullyFundedDate":1772924095275,"projectUrl":"project/ipad-for-advisory-career-prep/10116559/","projectTitle":"iPad for Advisory & Career Prep","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Tsangaris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10293647"},{"teacherId":10349147,"projectId":10021259,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting \"Supporting the SciTech Food Pantry: Nourishing Students to Support Learning.\" Your generosity is already making a meaningful difference for our students and their families.\r\n\r\nAt SciTech, many of our students face food insecurity, particularly over weekends when school meals are unavailable. Because of your support, we have been able to replenish our school food pantry and send bags of nutritious food home with students who need it most. These bags provide not only essential nourishment but also peace of mind for families who are working hard to make ends meet.\r\n\r\nStudents are able to come to school on Monday morning better prepared to focus, learn, and participate because they know they had reliable meals over the weekend. Teachers have noticed the difference as well—when basic needs are met, students are more engaged, energized, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nBeyond the food itself, this project sends an important message to our students: their community cares about them. Your support reminds them that they are not alone and that there are people who believe in their success both inside and outside the classroom.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our students and the entire SciTech community, thank you for helping us nourish both bodies and minds. Your kindness is strengthening our school and empowering our students to thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1769181546307,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-the-scitech-food-pantry-nour/10021259/","projectTitle":"Supporting the SciTech Food Pantry: Nourishing Students to Support Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. BE","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10349147_orig.png?crop=949,949,x0,y37&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768330799031","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10349147"},{"teacherId":2467364,"projectId":10022281,"letterContent":"The impact these snacks have made on my students is immeasurable. Allowing my students to spend their time focused on schoolwork and not on where they can get their next meal, has been huge. I have been able to send food home with students for long weekends or breaks as well, which has been so helpful.\r\n\r\nMy students are the kindest, most loving students I could ask for. It is such a weight off of my shoulders to not have to worry about spending personal money on food, which has been a burden on me financially the past few years. Thank you again for your generosity and care in helping the next generation be best prepared to move our society forward.","fullyFundedDate":1768614359291,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-student-success/10022281/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Estrada","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2467364_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1701126920819","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kdunkle"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_98544","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":618,"numTeachers":40,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":39,"percentWhite":46,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":3,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"15.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":76.9,"schoolId":98544,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Pittsburgh Science and Technology Academy on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Pittsburgh Science and Technology Academy","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/pennsylvania/pittsburgh-public-schools/pittsburgh-science-tech-acad/98544"}