{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Cox Academy","outOfStateSupporters":34.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10203938,"projectId":9633733,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have access to a proper calm corner and emotional regulation tools that truly support their needs. This special space has become a safe haven where students can take a mindful break, reset, and return to learning with renewed focus. Having these tools available has made a noticeable difference, students are learning to manage their emotions more independently, and our classroom environment feels calmer and more balanced overall.\r\n\r\nThe positive impact of your support doesn't stop there! The reward system made possible by your donations has brought new levels of motivation and teamwork to our classroom. When the students first saw the prizes, from big, colorful stickers to scented pens and even the promise of a neon party, their excitement was contagious. Several classes have already earned their first rewards, and now they're all working together toward the next goal. Watching them encourage one another and celebrate collective success has been such a joyful experience.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, my students are continuing to work toward achieving all the milestones we set at the beginning of the school year. Each goal they reach not only brings them closer to their next reward but also reinforces the values of teamwork, perseverance, and self-regulation. Your generosity has transformed our classroom into a more positive, supportive, and motivating space, one where every student feels seen, capable, and inspired to do their best.","fullyFundedDate":1756216957077,"projectUrl":"project/tuning-hearts-and-minds-through-music/9633733/","projectTitle":"Tuning Hearts and Minds Through Music","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sama","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10203938_orig.png?crop=1136,1136,x0,y71&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755726977034","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10203938"},{"teacherId":9010713,"projectId":9179182,"letterContent":"I'd like to start off by expressing my gratitude for your contributions. With your support, I was able to lead engaging and visual lessons that supported all students' needs. Sometimes the simplest materials can make a huge impact in our classrooms. It was exciting for my students to go from daily worksheets to be able to engage in different forms of media. You truly helped me project success; without you, it wouldn't have been possible. I hope my story encourages you to continue to support other educators in my school or anywhere in the country.","fullyFundedDate":1744033001330,"projectUrl":"project/projecting-success-a-classroom-essentia/9179182/","projectTitle":"Projecting Success: a Classroom Essential for Engagement!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cecilia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9010713_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1712851528487","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-cecilia"},{"teacherId":9975930,"projectId":9208193,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our second-grade classroom! We are so excited to have our new headphones and SEL (Social and Emotional Learning) books. The headphones are already making a big difference during reading and online learning time—students can focus better and feel more independent.\r\n\r\nOur new SEL books have quickly become class favorites! They're helping students learn about kindness, empathy, and managing their emotions in meaningful ways. Your support is helping us build not only strong readers but also compassionate and confident learners.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your kindness and for investing in our students' learning and growth. Thank you for making our classroom a better place to learn every day!","fullyFundedDate":1745496312613,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-hugs-and-reading-rugs-tool/9208193/","projectTitle":"Headphones, Hugs, and Reading Rugs: Tools for Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Godinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9975930_orig.png?crop=789,789,x360,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742846025254","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9975930"},{"teacherId":8806127,"projectId":9323424,"letterContent":"When the clothing and hygiene items arrived, our students were filled with excitement and gratitude. Many of them couldn't believe that these new clothes, shoes, and essentials were for them. It was a touching moment to see their faces light up as they received items that help them feel comfortable, confident, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nWe used the materials to create care packages for students in need, ensuring that everyone has access to clean socks, underwear, and appropriate clothing for school. For some, it meant being able to come to class feeling refreshed and proud of how they look — something many of us take for granted. These items have not only supported their physical well-being but also boosted their self-esteem and confidence in the classroom.\r\n\r\nThis project has made a real difference. Students are walking into school with smiles, showing more confidence, and participating more actively. They no longer have to worry about the small things that might have once held them back from focusing on learning.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue building on this support — teaching our students about self-care, health, and confidence while making sure they always have what they need to feel their best.\r\n\r\nThank you for your kindness and generosity. You've helped create a more caring, inclusive, and confident community for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1746787285319,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-hygiene-for-healthy-confiden/9323424/","projectTitle":"Supporting Hygiene for Healthy, Confident Students at Our School","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tejeda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8806127"},{"teacherId":9750416,"projectId":9208240,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has been filled with energy, smiles, and gratitude! The snacks you provided have made a huge difference in helping my students stay focused and ready to learn throughout the day.\r\nEach afternoon, my students know it's \"snack time,\" and it has quickly become one of their favorite moments. They love choosing their snack and sharing that short break together before diving back into reading or math. One sweet moment was seeing a student offer part of his snack to a classmate who forgot theirs—it showed how small acts of kindness grow from feeling cared for.\r\nHaving snacks available has also helped students who sometimes come to school without breakfast or lunch. They're now more engaged, more comfortable, and more eager to participate in lessons.\r\nOur next step is continuing our learning projects with full tummies and focused minds—especially as we move into more reading and writing challenges. Thank you for giving my students not just food, but the energy and confidence to thrive in class every day!","fullyFundedDate":1745496325221,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-growing-minds-supporting-stud/9208240/","projectTitle":"Tools for Growing Minds: Supporting Student Creativity and Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lipa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9750416"},{"teacherId":9199938,"projectId":9468056,"letterContent":"The EcoTank printer has added new color—literally and figuratively—to the rhythm of our learning space. What used to be monochrome handouts and plain visuals are now transformed into vivid, meaningful materials that spark excitement and creativity. Each page printed feels like a small celebration of learning. From illustrated vocabulary cards to student projects, pictures, and artworks, the printer has become more than just a tool; it has become a bridge that connects imagination to reality. My students' eyes often light up as they see their digital work take physical form—no longer confined to screens or whiteboards, but alive in their hands.\r\n\r\nWhat stands out most is the renewed sense of ownership and pride among my learners. They have learned that their ideas, no matter how simple, deserve to be seen in full color. During our literacy and art blocks, students eagerly gather around the printer, waiting for their projects, pictures, and creative pieces to roll out—works that now look \"just like the ones in books,\" as one of them fondly said. In art sessions, they collaborate to print classroom displays that capture both their creativity and collective effort. The hum of the printer has become part of our daily symphony of learning—a sound of productivity, wonder, and growth.\r\n\r\nThere is one student, particularly reserved and often unsure of her voice, who found a sense of belonging through this technology. The first time she saw her printed artwork, she gently traced the edges of the paper and whispered, \"It's mine.\" Since then, she has started to share more of her work and even helps classmates design and print theirs. It's remarkable how one simple machine, powered by kindness and generosity, could color not just our walls, but our students' sense of confidence and identity as young learners.","fullyFundedDate":1754155114648,"projectUrl":"project/color-our-learning-an-ecotank-printer-f/9468056/","projectTitle":"Color Our Learning: An EcoTank Printer for Bright Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Escantilla","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9199938_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752685869655","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9199938"},{"teacherId":10032143,"projectId":9344854,"letterContent":"In Oakland, many schools are deeply underserved, which often forces teachers to spend money out of their own pockets to support their classrooms. Like many educators, I regularly fund materials based on my personal budget, even though teachers are not paid nearly enough for the amount of work we do. This creates a difficult reality: in order to keep our classrooms running smoothly and ensure students have what they need, we often have to take from our own family's budget. The generous donation that funded my project not only supported my students' success in reading, but also relieved the financial burden I would have otherwise taken on at home.\r\n\r\nThis school year, we began using a new program called Amira, an online AI-powered reading tool that tutors students in real time. With the high-quality headphones provided through this project, students can speak clearly into the microphone, which allows the program to give far more accurate feedback. These tools have been transformative for early readers who need immediate support and practice.\r\n\r\nIn addition to technology-based instruction, independent reading has returned to our classroom this year. Students are now using the skills they learn in class and through Amira as they engage with real books. Many have become excited about graphic novels such as The Babysitter's Club, Dog Man, and others. Meanwhile, emerging readers can select decodable books that match their skill level, allowing them to experience genuine success with texts they can truly read. This combination of resources has created a more equitable, joyful, and effective reading environment for all of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1750276940649,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-students-fall-in-love-with-readi/9344854/","projectTitle":"Help My Students Fall in Love with Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jenkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10032143"},{"teacherId":8580079,"projectId":9160157,"letterContent":"The Fuel Student Learning Through Their Favorite Snacks project brought meaningful and immediate benefits to our classroom environment. Providing students with access to their favorite snacks throughout the day helped support both their focus and emotional well-being—especially during longer periods of instruction and high-stress moments like testing. Offering their favorite snacks was more than a treat—it was a tool for encouragement and sustained academic focus. For students, a quick, familiar snack served as a moment of calm and comfort, giving them the energy to re-engage with their learning. This small but intentional act of care improved overall work productivity, reduced off-task behaviors, and created a more positive atmosphere in the classroom. Students who might have otherwise struggled with attention or motivation found it easier to keep their eyes on the prize and stay on task. Thank you for allowing me to foster motivation, participation, and enthusiasm for learning in the classroom with my class of 2025!","fullyFundedDate":1742823926576,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-student-learning-through-their-favo/9160157/","projectTitle":"Fuel Student Learning Through Their Favorite Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Teacher Cindy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8580079_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693118090055","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teachercindy"},{"teacherId":8580079,"projectId":8952852,"letterContent":"I'm here with an update. The classroom project, Fun to Learning: Exciting Classroom Prizes Rewarding Student Success, brought a noticeable shift in the energy, motivation, and overall culture of our learning environment. By offering fun and exciting prizes as incentives, students were not only more motivated to stay on-task and complete their work, but they also began to take greater pride in their effort and consistency. These rewards—ranging from small toys and school supplies to mystery prizes—gave students something tangible to look forward to, especially during challenging academic moments. For many, the prizes symbolized recognition of their hard work and positive choices. This project helped build a stronger sense of community and joy in the classroom, where students celebrated not just their own growth, but each other's achievements as well. Most importantly, it reinforced the message that learning can be both productive and fun. When students are motivated and excited, their focus improves—and that directly supports deeper learning and engagement. In classrooms where students often face external challenges, creating a culture that celebrates effort and responsibility through positive reinforcement is not just helpful—it's essential. Thank you for believing in my project and it's potential.","fullyFundedDate":1735523317645,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-fun-to-learning-exciting-class/8952852/","projectTitle":"Bringing Fun to Learning: Exciting Classroom Prizes Rewarding Student Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Teacher Cindy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8580079_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693118090055","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teachercindy"},{"teacherId":8580079,"projectId":9108206,"letterContent":"I am writing with an update. Introducing translated versions of popular English books into our classroom had a powerful and lasting impact on our newcomer and Spanish-speaking students. These familiar stories—now in their native language—gave students the confidence to engage more deeply with literature, participate in class discussions, and feel included in the reading culture of our classroom. Books like Percy Jackson, I Survived, and A Series of Unfortunate Events became bridges between two languages, allowing students to build vocabulary, identify literary elements, and strengthen comprehension without the added barrier of translation. \r\n\r\nThese books also taught essential lessons about resilience, courage, friendship, and problem-solving—skills that were/are especially meaningful to students adjusting to a new environment. By seeing the same books their peers loved in their own language, students felt their identity and language were valued in our classroom community. Access to these translated texts matters because it opened the door to equity in learning, nurtures a love for reading, and ensures every student has the opportunity to grow academically and emotionally through literature. Thank you for believing in the power of my project.","fullyFundedDate":1744238651126,"projectUrl":"project/bridging-cultures-popular-books-transla/9108206/","projectTitle":"Bridging Cultures: Popular Books Translated for Spanish-Speaking Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Teacher Cindy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8580079_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693118090055","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teachercindy"},{"teacherId":8999397,"projectId":9093058,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my classroom by filling the stomachs of my kindergarteners. My students looked forward to eating a snack every afternoon after specials and were excited to have choices of the food they were able to access. With some of my students staying for afterschool programming from 3:30-6 pm, this snack was very needed for that long gap between lunch and pick up time in the evening. Your donation means so much to me and my classroom. Being able to provide some kind of food security in their daily routine is something all kids should have access to. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1742823859423,"projectUrl":"project/snacking-and-learning-in-kindergarten/9093058/","projectTitle":"Snacking and Learning in Kindergarten!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Saavedra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8999397_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752538486740","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8999397"},{"teacherId":9750416,"projectId":9094326,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, our students now have daily access to healthy snacks that keep them energized and ready to learn. When the students first saw the snack bins, their faces lit up with excitement and gratitude. Having snacks available has helped them stay focused during lessons and reduced the number of distractions caused by hunger. One special moment was during our reading time — students were able to enjoy a healthy treat while diving into their books, making learning feel even more special.\r\nNext, we are planning a \"Snack and Story\" time where students can pair healthy eating with building stronger reading habits. 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