{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Zacharias John Williams Memorial School","outOfStateSupporters":60.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10242702,"projectId":9868568,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support and for making it possible for my students and me to receive the tool for our classroom. Your generosity has had an immediate and meaningful impact on how we learn and work together.\r\n\r\nWhen the equipment arrived and my students first saw it, their reaction said everything. Students can focus more on accuracy, design, and teamwork rather than struggling with inefficient tools.\r\n\r\nThis tool has helped transform our classroom into a more effective hands-on learning environment.\r\n\r\nYour donation did more than provide equipment—it showed my students that people believe in them and in the value of hands-on learning. Thank you for investing in their education and helping them build skills they will carry with them long after they leave my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1763101566560,"projectUrl":"project/building-skills-building-futures-for-mi/9868568/","projectTitle":"Building Skills, Building Futures for Middle School Makers","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sipary","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10242702_orig.jpg?crop=796,796,x355,y139&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757543551375","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10242702"},{"teacherId":10242702,"projectId":9823824,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project, \"Let's Punch Up the Learning!\" Your kindness has had an immediate and meaningful impact on my students and our classroom.\r\nThanks to you, students now have the tools they need to stay organized, confident, and proud of their work. With the stapler, students were able to neatly assemble their writing drafts, packets, and projects. This simple tool helped them take ownership of their learning and see their work as something worth caring for. Many students showed visible pride when turning in complete, well-organized assignments—something that truly boosted their confidence and motivation.\r\nThe staples and stapler together helped keep learning materials secure and organized, allowing students to focus more on learning and less on managing loose papers. This organization made classroom routines smoother and helped maximize valuable learning time.\r\nThe 3-hole puncher became a powerful tool for independence. Students were able to punch handouts and notes and place them directly into their binders. This system helped them easily access materials, review key concepts, and stay accountable for their learning. Students learned how to manage their own resources, building responsibility and organization skills that will benefit them far beyond our classroom.\r\nBecause of you, my students are learning in a more structured, supportive, and empowering environment. Your generosity truly helped \"punch up\" our learning, and we are incredibly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1761930295787,"projectUrl":"project/lets-punch-up-the-learning/9823824/","projectTitle":"Let’s Punch Up the Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sipary","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10242702_orig.jpg?crop=796,796,x355,y139&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757543551375","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10242702"},{"teacherId":10242702,"projectId":9719907,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our DonorsChoose project, \"Transforming Teaching, One Resource at a Time.\" Because of your generosity, my students were able to access high-quality, educator-created resources that truly transformed their learning experience.\r\nUsing a Natural Resources Project-Based Learning packet from Teachers Pay Teachers, my students engaged in a hands-on, meaningful unit that went far beyond traditional worksheets. Throughout the project, students explored natural resources, how they are used, and why they matter. They then applied everything they learned by designing and building detailed dioramas that showcased their understanding of the unit concepts.\r\nThis project allowed students to collaborate, think critically, and solve problems creatively. The resources included activities that addressed a variety of learning styles, so every student could participate in a way that made sense for them. As a result, students showed increased confidence, took ownership of their work, and proudly explained their dioramas using academic vocabulary and real-world connections.\r\nMost importantly, this experience fostered curiosity and excitement for learning. Students weren't just memorizing facts—they were creating, building, and explaining their knowledge in a way that felt meaningful and engaging.\r\nYour support helped bring learning to life in our classroom. Thank you for believing in my students and for making this impactful experience possible. We are truly grateful for your investment in our education.","fullyFundedDate":1760668064795,"projectUrl":"project/transforming-teaching-one-resource-at-a/9719907/","projectTitle":"Transforming Teaching, One Resource at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sipary","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10242702_orig.jpg?crop=796,796,x355,y139&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757543551375","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10242702"},{"teacherId":10265204,"projectId":9843266,"letterContent":"My students are now growing plants under different colored lights and comparing how plants grow in soil and in a hydroponic system. This helps them see how plants compete for important resources like light, water, space, and nutrients. They are learning that when resources are limited, some plants grow better than others, which can affect the balance of an ecosystem. One exciting moment was when students noticed differences in plant height and leaf color and started talking about which plants were getting the most light.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, my students were very happy and excited. They couldn't wait to begin planting, and many were amazed that they would be growing plants using hydroponics. Using real materials instead of just reading from a book made the learning feel real and important.\r\n\r\nNext, students will keep measuring plant growth and collecting data. They will learn how competition for resources affects survival in ecosystems and how light energy helps plants make food through photosynthesis. They will also create their own small experiments to test how changing light or nutrients can affect plant growth. 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I have noticed some gifted natural sewers in the group who have finished their Qaspeqs and had time to make another project. \r\n\r\nCulturally, students' reactions to events rate mild on an excitement scale so seeing the materials doesn't excite them as much as the completed project does. However, once they saw what I used them for and how they related to our club, they were happy we got the donations.","fullyFundedDate":1759432738899,"projectUrl":"project/yupik-sewing-and-craft-club/9756048/","projectTitle":"Yupik Sewing and Craft Club","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nagi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10277722"},{"teacherId":10259266,"projectId":9734664,"letterContent":"The addition of snacks, art supplies, and cleaning wipes has had a meaningful and positive impact on my students' daily experience in the classroom. Having access to snacks has helped students stay focused and energized, especially during long instructional periods. When basic needs are met, students are better able to engage in learning, participate in discussions, and regulate their emotions. The availability of snacks has also fostered a sense of care and support, helping students feel safe and valued in the learning environment.\r\n\r\nArt supplies have encouraged creativity, self-expression, and confidence among students. With the proper materials, students are more willing to take creative risks and communicate their ideas in ways that go beyond words. Art activities have supported social-emotional learning by giving students an outlet to express feelings and collaborate with peers. Additionally, cleaning wipes have promoted a cleaner, healthier classroom. Students take pride in maintaining their space, which builds responsibility and respect for shared materials. Together, these resources have created a more supportive, engaging, and positive learning environment where students can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1758511305556,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-musical-potential-with-a-yamah/9734664/","projectTitle":"Unlocking Musical Potential With a Yamaha Keyboard","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sipary","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10259266"},{"teacherId":9193266,"projectId":9719952,"letterContent":"The impact on students having essential supplies at the tip of their fingers is knowing their imagination is limitless. Since our essential classroom supplies have arrived, it has helped our students feel confident in their ability to function in the classroom. They are not depending on others for a pencil, have achieve completed assignments and tasks. The essentials supplies has given them items such as folders and pencils, glue sticks, construction papers to create hands on activities that help their everyday learning.\r\n\r\nAnother way our school supplies has affect our student learning is by helping our students engage with their assignments. Rather than hearing their teacher talk through multiplication operations, they could follow along with a pen and paper by writing out equations themselves. This has allows for hands-on experience with skills and an overall better learning process; they have realized that they learn better by writing things out themselves.","fullyFundedDate":1758397202547,"projectUrl":"project/essential-classroom-supplies/9719952/","projectTitle":"Essential Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Saskuar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9193266_orig.jpg?crop=858,858,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692141424871","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9193266"},{"teacherId":10265204,"projectId":9775719,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting Lively Lessons with Lasting Impact. Your generosity has truly transformed the atmosphere in our classroom. Since receiving the materials, my students have been using the markers daily for group work, visual thinking activities, and interactive lessons. But the biggest change has come from the microphone and speaker system. Today, we held a classroom debate, and the speaker brought a whole new level of energy and engagement to the activity. Students were so excited to take turns using the microphone—when they asked questions, presented their arguments, or delivered their rebuttals, their voices carried confidently across the room.\r\nThe lively sound brought everyone into the moment, and even the quieter students found the courage to participate. The class was filled with laughter, focus, and genuine enthusiasm. It was one of those days where learning didn't just happen—it felt joyful.\r\nBecause of you, our classroom has become more interactive, inclusive, and fun. Your support helped create an environment where students feel empowered to speak, listen, collaborate, and express themselves. Thank you for helping make these meaningful moments possible.","fullyFundedDate":1760693587841,"projectUrl":"project/lively-lessons-with-lasting-impact/9775719/","projectTitle":"Lively Lessons with Lasting Impact","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. EMILY","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10265204_orig.png?crop=1120,1120,x0,y179&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760253851756","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10265204"},{"teacherId":10242702,"projectId":9685385,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to my project of Fuel Our Future Leaders. From your donation, my students were able to use their composition notebooks to write their thoughts, exit ticket journals, and beginning of class journal prompts. They also use their journals to to sketch their ideas and write in Yugtun (our native language).\r\nThe students were most excited for the cushions to sit down anywhere whether it was on the floor, or on their desks for their chairs. \r\nYou contributed for my students' innovations and comfort to literally Fuel Our Future Leaders by connecting their ideas, what they learned, and what they think about depending on the topic that I'm teaching.","fullyFundedDate":1757541203114,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-our-future-leaders/9685385/","projectTitle":"Fuel Our Future Leaders!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sipary","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10242702_orig.jpg?crop=796,796,x355,y139&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757543551375","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10242702"},{"teacherId":10242702,"projectId":9705947,"letterContent":"My students and I finally got to use the appropriate spray to wipe and clean our dry erase boards. Before we received the Expo dry erase spray, we were using all purpose disinfectant spray. When my students and I unboxed our packages, they were so happy to finally not use \"SpongeBob\" (an old sock that was given to me by a colleague) to wipe our whiteboards.\r\nInstead of passing around \"SpongeBob\" to clean our whiteboards, my students and I find it so helpful to have our own micro-fiber cloths. When students and I forget to take our micro-fiber cloths, the dry erase wipes save the day and time because they are put in the back table where we work together.\r\nI had a pet peeve where students (and myself) don't touch our laptop screens due to the fact that we never ever got monitor wipes (our village store don't sell them)[which is our only store]). With your donation, my students and I are able to clean our laptop screens.\r\nI want to take this opportunity to thank you for donating to my classroom. We finally got appropriate tools to make our classroom brighter through your donation.","fullyFundedDate":1757883005131,"projectUrl":"project/wipe-the-slate-bright-tools-for-a-clear/9705947/","projectTitle":"Wipe the Slate Bright: Tools for a Clearer Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sipary","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10242702_orig.jpg?crop=796,796,x355,y139&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757543551375","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10242702"},{"teacherId":9193266,"projectId":9354332,"letterContent":"Our students were so excited to see our supplies come in for our Jelly Time for Snack Time project. They knew we needed mason jars, pectin and sugar to complete our project. Now with the supplies on hand, they are eager to do more projects with various other berries that we can make jelly with.\r\n\r\nSince their jelly time project, there have been more interest in self sustaining subsistence activities and recording into their journal books. These journal books go home at the end of the school year, so they can refer back to their notes to help them recall how to take care of self sustaining activities in the future. \r\n\r\nWe will continue to use these supplies with our current students with parent donations of various berries throughout the school year. 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