{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Urban Assembly Math & Science","outOfStateSupporters":44.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4074368,"projectId":9551118,"letterContent":"I want to thank you for enabling me to make the small but extremely noticeable improvement to our library. Students LOVE the new lights. My library interns installed them themselves, and learned problem-solving skills by figuring out the ideal placement and measuring each space. The lights are motion-detecting so they surprise students when they enter the stacks. All the adults who come upon them are also instantly delighted. They have made it easier to browse and find books in our nonfiction section--and anything that makes books more accessible is a great thing for school libraries! Thank you again.","fullyFundedDate":1755710611981,"projectUrl":"project/let-there-be-light-in-the-library/9551118/","projectTitle":"Let There Be Light--in the Library!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Leshinsky","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4074368_orig.png?crop=1426,1426,x66,y298&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1712166175162","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4074368"},{"teacherId":4074368,"projectId":9827680,"letterContent":"It's really amazing to see what students will get upto when they are not isolated, watching endless reels on their phone. Every day, someone new catches the chess bug in our school library! Students and even adults are teaching each other and getting absolutely hooked--and I love to see it. Connect Four, Jenga, and UNO are also extremely popular. Sure, it gets a little noisy for a library, but students deserve some time and space in the day to blow off steam, don't they? I am happy to provide the space, and I'm so grateful to you for providing the resources to be able to offer our students these games. We now have four chess sets and each one gets used multiple times a day--students even sign them out to play during their advisory sessions! Thank you again for making it happen.","fullyFundedDate":1766526664597,"projectUrl":"project/no-phone-no-problem-fun-and-focus-in-t/9827680/","projectTitle":"No Phone, No Problem! Fun and Focus in the Library.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Leshinsky","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4074368_orig.png?crop=1426,1426,x66,y298&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1712166175162","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4074368"},{"teacherId":391189,"projectId":9929064,"letterContent":"When our fraction manipulatives arrived, my students could barely contain their excitement. Boxes from Amazon and Lakeshore Learning showed up loaded with Fraction Tower Cubes, Magnetic Fraction Circles, Fraction & Decimal Tiles, Write & Wipe Number Lines, and not one but FIVE sets of Fraction War card games — and the moment I started unpacking them, hands were already reaching out to touch and explore.\r\n\r\nFractions are one of the most challenging concepts I teach, and for so many students, the struggle is that fractions live only on paper — as symbols and rules that feel disconnected from anything real. These tools changed that instantly. Within our very first lesson using the manipulatives, I watched a student who had been stuck on equivalent fractions for weeks suddenly light up. She lined up her Fraction Tower Cubes, compared the pieces side by side, and said, \"Oh — they're the SAME. I can SEE it.\" That moment is exactly why hands-on learning matters, and it would not have happened without your generosity.\r\n\r\nWe are now moving into comparing and ordering fractions, and then on to adding and subtracting with unlike denominators — concepts that have historically tripped my students up. I can already tell this year will be different. My students will be playing Fraction War to practice comparing, building with the tiles to understand operations, and drawing on number lines to develop number sense. They are going to walk into state testing genuinely confident.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing that every student deserves the tools to truly understand math — not just memorize it. Your investment in this classroom will pay dividends for these kids for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1771795654579,"projectUrl":"project/math-in-motion-teams-tables-and-think/9929064/","projectTitle":"Math in Motion: Teams, Tables, and Thinking","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Schoonmaker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/391189"},{"teacherId":9331904,"projectId":9707221,"letterContent":"The hygiene products you've provided have done so much more than meet a basic need—they've created a space where students feel cared for and supported. For so many of our kids, having access to these essentials means they can grab what they need without feeling embarrassed or worried. It's a simple thing, but it makes a huge difference. It tells them: You matter. We care about you. And that message sticks. It helps them focus on what's really important—learning, growing, and just being themselves—without the stress of not having what they need.\r\nWhen students feel safe and cared for, they shine. They walk into school with confidence, knowing that if they need deodorant, toothpaste, or anything else, it's there—no questions, no judgment. What could have been a source of anxiety is now a source of comfort. This space has become a reminder that they belong here, that they're seen and valued. And honestly, that feeling is priceless.\r\nLooking ahead, we want to keep this space stocked and ready, so every student can continue to feel that sense of security. These items might seem small, but the impact is huge. They help kids feel comfortable in their own skin, ready to participate, connect, and learn. It's not just about hygiene, it's about dignity, confidence, and giving them the chance to show up as their best selves.\r\nThe ripple effect is real. This initiative has sparked so much positive change, and it's only going to grow. Students who feel supported like this do better in school and in life. They know their school cares about them—not just as students, but as people. That kind of care builds trust, and trust builds community. And when we have a strong, caring community, everyone wins.\r\nNone of this would be possible without you. Your generosity isn't just filling shelves—it's filling hearts. It's creating confidence, hope, and a sense of belonging that goes way beyond the classroom. You're making a difference in ways that truly matter.\r\nThank you for making this happen. Thank you for helping us show every student that they matter. Together, we're building a school where kids feel safe, supported, and ready to thrive—and that's something really special.","fullyFundedDate":1760803889351,"projectUrl":"project/hygiene-for-confidence-supporting-stude/9707221/","projectTitle":"Hygiene for Confidence: Supporting Students With Essential Items","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rojas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9331904_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757095356641","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9331904"},{"teacherId":10351857,"projectId":9898305,"letterContent":"I ordered these materials to give kids a brain break in class after big assessments. The games turned out to be so popular that I have kids coming to my room at lunch time to play. \r\n\r\nBlokkus is great because it helps develop spacial reasoning which is so vital to grasping math concepts. The best part is, the kids are having fun and learning at the same time.\r\n\r\nWe greatly appreciate your financial support. Public education is so focused on spending budgets practically that sometimes forget to make it fun.","fullyFundedDate":1764698390746,"projectUrl":"project/strategic-brain-breaks-with-blokus-for-a/9898305/","projectTitle":"Strategic Brain Breaks With Blokus for Algebra & Calculus Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Dearden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10351857_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x295,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1763248465357","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10351857"},{"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. 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