{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Urban Assembly Math & Science","outOfStateSupporters":44.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":391189,"projectId":9844029,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my 7th graders were able to experience Earth science in a completely new and exciting way. Instead of simply reading about igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks, my students were able to touch, sort, observe, and analyze real specimens right in our classroom. For many of them, this was the first time they had ever held a piece of obsidian, granite, or limestone in their hands.\r\n\r\nIn our Title I school, hands-on materials like these make an enormous difference. Students who normally hesitate to participate became fully engaged—passing rocks around the table, sketching textures, debating classifications, and making evidence-based claims. The rock kits also helped support my multilingual learners and students with IEPs by giving them concrete, accessible models to anchor abstract concepts.\r\n\r\nBecause of this project, my classroom is now equipped for labs and activities that will benefit students for years to come. The excitement, curiosity, and confidence they showed while working with these materials were exactly the kind of moments that make science come alive. Your support directly enriched their learning and allowed them to explore geology the way it's meant to be taught—hands-on, inquiry-based, and fun.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and giving them the chance to learn like real scientists.","fullyFundedDate":1763659488082,"projectUrl":"project/from-lava-to-limestone-hands-on-rock-sc/9844029/","projectTitle":"From Lava to Limestone: Hands-On Rock Science for 7th Graders!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Schoonmaker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/391189"},{"teacherId":391189,"projectId":9790706,"letterContent":"When my students first opened the boxes filled with solar car kits, their excitement was immediate. They couldn't wait to start building, testing, and racing their creations. For many of them, this was their first hands-on experience with renewable energy, and the idea that sunlight alone could power their designs absolutely amazed them.\r\n\r\nIn small teams, students planned, measured, and constructed their cars, testing different angles for the solar panels and learning through trial and error. The project combined science, math, and engineering in a way that felt like play — but it also built real-world problem-solving skills. They learned how gears and torque affect speed, how sunlight angles change efficiency, and how teamwork makes innovation possible.\r\n\r\nThis project didn't just teach renewable energy; it gave my students the confidence to see themselves as future engineers, scientists, and creators. Every race down the hallway sparked new ideas, laughter, and genuine curiosity. Your generosity made that happen — you turned a regular classroom into a STEM lab full of possibility. Thank you for believing in our students and giving them the tools to imagine a cleaner, brighter future.","fullyFundedDate":1759889123809,"projectUrl":"project/racing-toward-renewable-energy-solar-ca/9790706/","projectTitle":"Racing Toward Renewable Energy: Solar Car STEM Challenge","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Schoonmaker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/391189"},{"teacherId":391189,"projectId":9784949,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible support, my classroom has been transformed into a space where math feels like play. The puzzles, pattern games, and hands-on logic materials you helped fund are already making a huge difference. Students are collaborating, thinking critically, and challenging one another in ways I've rarely seen before.\r\n\r\nThe day these materials arrived, my students lit up with excitement. They couldn't wait to dive in and test their problem-solving skills. Some students who often hesitate to participate during traditional lessons became the most engaged voices during puzzle challenges — cheering each other on and proudly explaining their strategies.\r\n\r\nThese new resources are helping my students see that math isn't just about getting the right answer — it's about creativity, perseverance, and fun. Next, we'll be connecting these games to real-world math concepts like ratio reasoning and pattern recognition. Your generosity has sparked confidence and curiosity in every student, and I can't thank you enough for making that possible.","fullyFundedDate":1760404678279,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-math-with-puzzles-patterns-a/9784949/","projectTitle":"Unlocking Math with Puzzles, Patterns, and Play!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Schoonmaker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/391189"},{"teacherId":391189,"projectId":9785064,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students are now exploring math in a completely new way — through hands-on learning that they can see and touch. The rulers, geometric solids, and building materials you helped fund have transformed our classroom from a space of worksheets and pencils to one filled with creativity, collaboration, and discovery.\r\n\r\nWhen the supplies first arrived, my students could hardly contain their excitement. They immediately began building towers, measuring angles, and comparing shapes — turning abstract math ideas into real, tangible challenges. Students who once struggled to stay engaged are now the first to volunteer and share their strategies.\r\n\r\nThese materials are helping my students develop problem-solving skills, teamwork, and confidence in ways that traditional lessons just couldn't achieve. Our next step is to connect these tactile experiences to real-world projects — like designing model buildings and bridges that demonstrate proportional reasoning and geometry concepts. Your support made this possible, and I can't thank you enough for believing in my students and in the power of interactive learning.","fullyFundedDate":1760633838942,"projectUrl":"project/from-rulers-to-towers-math-you-can-touc/9785064/","projectTitle":"From Rulers to Towers: Math You Can Touch!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Schoonmaker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/391189"},{"teacherId":391189,"projectId":9790668,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has transformed into a lively reading community where students who once struggled to find joy in books are now eager to read every day. The addition of our new manga collection has been a complete game changer. Students are learning to analyze visual storytelling, identify character motivation through artwork, and discuss plot structure in ways that connect directly to our ELA standards. Many have started comparing themes across series, building stronger comprehension and inference skills.\r\n\r\nDuring independent reading time, you can now hear students debating character choices, sketching their favorite scenes, and recommending titles to classmates. The energy around reading has shifted from quiet obligation to genuine excitement. Several reluctant readers—especially those who typically avoided traditional novels—are now finishing entire volumes on their own and asking when the next one will arrive.\r\n\r\nOne of my students recently said, \"I never thought I'd finish a whole book before, but I read this in one night!\" That sense of pride and ownership is exactly what we hoped this project would spark. Your support didn't just give us new books—it created a bridge between my students' interests and literacy growth. Thank you for helping my readers discover their power through stories that truly speak to them.","fullyFundedDate":1760480704958,"projectUrl":"project/from-page-to-power-inspiring-readers-wi/9790668/","projectTitle":"From Page to Power: Inspiring Readers With Manga!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Schoonmaker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/391189"},{"teacherId":391189,"projectId":9367402,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have engaging new tools that make math feel more accessible and exciting. We've been using the resources during our daily problem-solving warm-ups and small-group activities, where students can physically map out their thinking, see patterns, and build confidence in ways that go beyond pencil and paper. These materials have already transformed our math block into a more hands-on and collaborative space.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new resources, their eyes lit up with curiosity. Several of them immediately asked, \"Can we use these today?\" The grids have helped even my most reluctant learners feel successful, especially when working on tricky concepts like ratios, percentages, and fractions. Students who usually hesitate to share their answers are now volunteering to explain their reasoning to the class, proudly pointing to their work and saying, \"I can show you how I got it.\"\r\n\r\nYour support has made a lasting impact. These tools will continue to strengthen student understanding throughout the year as we move into expressions, equations, and real-world problem-solving projects. More importantly, my students are developing the confidence to see themselves as mathematicians. Thank you for believing in them and for giving us the chance to learn in such meaningful and motivating ways.","fullyFundedDate":1757003036772,"projectUrl":"project/grids-growth-tools-to-build-math-conf/9367402/","projectTitle":"Grids + Growth: Tools to Build Math Confidence","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Schoonmaker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/391189"},{"teacherId":391189,"projectId":9767909,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making it possible to bring My Hero Academia and Demon Slayer into our classroom library! These manga series have quickly become the most sought-after books in my room. Students who might not have picked up a traditional novel are now eagerly trading volumes, discussing characters, and even debating plot twists during lunch. The energy around reading has shifted—students are seeing books not as assignments, but as something exciting and worth talking about.\r\n\r\nThese texts are also helping us build important literacy skills. Students practice inferencing and summarizing as they follow complex storylines, and the combination of visuals and text supports both struggling and developing readers. In fact, one student who rarely finished a book proudly told me he read an entire Demon Slayer volume in one night. Another group of students started their own \"hero vs. demon\" debates, practicing persuasive arguments in a way that felt fun and authentic.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my Bronx middle schoolers are discovering that reading can be thrilling, empowering, and something they want to do well beyond the classroom. You've given them stories that speak to their interests, and in turn, they've gained confidence and a stronger love for reading.","fullyFundedDate":1759343197618,"projectUrl":"project/manga-mania-inspiring-middle-schoolers/9767909/","projectTitle":"Manga Mania: Inspiring Middle Schoolers to Read","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Schoonmaker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/391189"},{"teacherId":391189,"projectId":9767933,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom now has the complete One Piece manga collection, and the impact has already been incredible. My students were instantly drawn to the colorful covers and adventurous storylines, and many have been racing to be the first to borrow each volume. Students who once hesitated to pick up a book are now reading during homeroom, lunch, and even asking to bring books home so they can keep up with the saga.\r\n\r\nThese manga volumes have opened up new opportunities to build literacy skills. Students are practicing sequencing and summarizing as they follow the story arcs, and the visual storytelling has helped even reluctant readers strengthen comprehension. Discussions in class now often spill over into debates about characters' choices, themes of loyalty and perseverance, and predictions about what might happen next.\r\n\r\nOne student in particular, who usually avoids independent reading, has become so engaged with One Piece that he's begun writing his own \"spin-off\" adventures in his notebook. Another student who is still developing confidence in English has found the combination of images and text makes reading less intimidating—and she proudly shared that she finished her first-ever full manga volume.\r\n\r\nYour gift has created a wave of excitement for reading in our classroom. We are so grateful for your support in helping our Bronx middle schoolers discover a lifelong love of books through this epic manga adventure.","fullyFundedDate":1759361659297,"projectUrl":"project/an-epic-manga-adventure-for-bronx-middle/9767933/","projectTitle":"An Epic Manga Adventure for Bronx Middle School Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Schoonmaker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/391189"},{"teacherId":391189,"projectId":9383304,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom now feels more organized, inviting, and truly student-centered. The magnetic storage and clutter-free setup you funded has completely transformed the way we move through math lessons. Instead of wasting time searching for materials or trying to make space, students can quickly access the resources they need and focus their energy on learning. For example, during our unit on ratios, students were able to seamlessly grab manipulatives from the magnetic bins and immediately begin hands-on practice without the usual delays or distractions.\r\n\r\nThe excitement on their faces the first day everything was set up was priceless. Several students remarked, \"It looks like a brand-new classroom!\" Others loved how much easier it was to find and return materials on their own. That sense of ownership has made a big difference—students are taking more responsibility for keeping our space neat and ready for the next activity.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these resources will continue to support projects where students collaborate and move around the room, such as math stations and problem-solving challenges. Because of you, we're able to keep our environment both functional and inspiring, giving students the freedom to focus on thinking deeply and working together. Your support didn't just declutter our classroom—it created a learning space where students can thrive every day.","fullyFundedDate":1757003033682,"projectUrl":"project/making-math-magnetic-and-our-classroom-c/9383304/","projectTitle":"Making Math Magnetic and Our Classroom Clutter-Free","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Schoonmaker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/391189"},{"teacherId":391189,"projectId":9368111,"letterContent":"Our new math games have truly transformed the energy in our classroom. Students who once felt nervous about practicing multiplication, division, and prime numbers are now excited to play, compete, and challenge themselves. Prime Climb quickly became a class favorite—the vibrant visuals and interactive style make even complex concepts feel accessible and fun.\r\n\r\nI've already seen students building confidence in their fluency skills while laughing, collaborating, and encouraging each other. What used to feel like \"drill practice\" has turned into a chance to celebrate growth and strategy. The games also allow me to differentiate easily: advanced learners extend their thinking by exploring patterns, while those who need more support build fluency without the pressure of traditional worksheets.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, students now view math as something they can succeed at—and even look forward to. Your generosity has given them both the tools and the joy to keep growing. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1757003035780,"projectUrl":"project/prime-climb-and-more-math-games-to-boos/9368111/","projectTitle":"Prime Climb and More: Math Games to Boost Confidence, Fluency","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Schoonmaker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/391189"},{"teacherId":9102482,"projectId":9560931,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, we now have a second class set of 30 NumWorks calculators! The first set made such a difference, students felt more confident in class and we even saw a positive impact on their Regents exams. With this second set, more of my students can use the calculators every day without having to share, which makes learning smoother and less stressful.\r\n\r\nWhat excites my students most is how simple and modern the NumWorks feels. They love seeing their work on the screen and checking each step instead of feeling lost. I've already seen students who used to give up on tough problems stick with it because the calculator helps them stay engaged.\r\n\r\nThis second set means even more of my kids get that boost and that's something we're all excited about. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1758424947738,"projectUrl":"project/calculators-for-every-scholar-part-2/9560931/","projectTitle":"Calculators for Every Scholar (Part 2)","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9102482_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689389851772","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msegarcia"},{"teacherId":391189,"projectId":9368208,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in funding our Hands-On Geometry project! When my students first saw the speed cubes and 3D nets, their excitement was contagious—they immediately began picking them up, twisting the cubes, and unfolding the nets to see how shapes connected. Many couldn't believe these tools were actually for learning math and not just for fun.\r\n\r\nWe've already started using the cubes to build spatial reasoning and problem-solving stamina, and the 3D nets have made abstract geometry lessons come alive. For example, when we studied surface area and volume, students were able to physically fold the nets into cubes, prisms, and pyramids, making the formulas far easier to grasp. The speed cubes, meanwhile, have become a class favorite for warm-ups and math \"brain breaks\"—students are learning perseverance and strategy while strengthening their focus.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my classroom is now filled with energy, curiosity, and hands-on learning. These resources will continue to be integrated into upcoming geometry and algebra units, helping my students see math as active, engaging, and meaningful. Thank you for believing in them and giving them the tools to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1757003038640,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-geometry-speed-cubes-3d-nets/9368208/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Geometry: Speed Cubes & 3D Nets for Math Mastery","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Schoonmaker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/391189"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_30184","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":530,"numTeachers":54,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":28,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":70,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"9.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":55.9,"schoolId":30184,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Urban Assembly Math & Science on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Urban Assembly Math & Science","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/urban-assembly-math-science/30184"}