{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Dr. Martin Luther King, Junior Academy","outOfStateSupporters":35.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8125028,"projectId":9859493,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for generously funding our project, \"Awarded for Being a Role Model of Responsibility.\" Your support has already made a meaningful impact on our classroom community.\r\n\r\nOur special needs students are demonstrating their best behavior each day, motivated by the opportunity to earn meaningful incentives. I have noticed a wonderful change—students are not only excited to participate, but they are also eager to work on their behavior goals and learn new, acceptable behaviors. This project is giving them the tools and encouragement they need to grow, succeed, and feel proud of themselves.\r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your kindness and belief in our students. Your contribution is helping create a positive, supportive learning environment where every child can shine.","fullyFundedDate":1762267709227,"projectUrl":"project/awarded-for-being-a-role-model-of-respon/9859493/","projectTitle":"Awarded for Being a Role Model of Responsibility","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O Jimenez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8125028_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657600954578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8125028"},{"teacherId":4526597,"projectId":9085728,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing our classroom with a beautiful mix of art and writing materials! The Crayola sidewalk chalk, handwriting paper, colorful craft frames, and bulk crayons have already added so much creativity and joy to our daily activities. My students have been using the chalk during outdoor learning to practice shapes, letters, and number formation in a fun, movement-based way. The handwriting paper has been essential during writing time, helping my kindergarteners learn proper letter formation while feeling proud of how \"grown-up\" their work looks. The craft frames and foam stickers have been a huge hit during art projects, especially for creating keepsakes for families.\r\n\r\nThe mechanical pencil set, scissors, and glue sticks have helped students build independence during centers and small-group work. These tools support fine-motor development and allow students to create confidently without waiting for supplies to be shared. The bulk crayons—especially the gray, pink, and gold sets—have added exciting new options for drawing, labeling, and illustrating stories. My students were thrilled to see so many colors available, and immediately asked if they could start a \"special picture\" using them.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has brought structure, creativity, and excitement into our classroom. These materials are used daily and help support students in becoming confident writers, artists, and problem-solvers. Thank you for investing in my students and giving them the resources to learn and create with joy.","fullyFundedDate":1738936570182,"projectUrl":"project/mid-year-restock-new-supplies/9085728/","projectTitle":"Mid-Year Restock: New Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gutierrez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4526597_orig.jpg?crop=1170,1170,x0,y425&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1652853009299","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msgutierrez123"},{"teacherId":4526597,"projectId":9106482,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping provide snacks and drinks for my kindergarten students. The SkinnyPop, applesauce pouches, fruit snacks, crackers, Pringles, raisins, Ritz packs, and bottled water have made an incredible difference in our daily routine. Many of my students come to school hungry or without a snack, and having these items on hand ensures every child has the fuel they need to learn, focus, and feel comfortable throughout the day. The smiles on their faces when they see a variety of snacks to choose from says it all—one student even whispered, \"Teacher, we get snacks today?\" with so much excitement.\r\n\r\nThese snacks have also supported our classroom during long activity blocks, special celebrations, and days when students need a little extra boost to stay engaged. The Capri Suns and bottled water have been especially helpful during PE days and outdoor activities. Having consistent, reliable access to snacks has created a calmer and more structured environment, helping students stay regulated and ready to participate.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has truly met a basic need for my students while bringing joy and comfort to their day. Thank you for giving them the energy to learn, play, and grow. 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The laminating pouches have allowed me to create long-lasting materials for centers, word-work cards, math games, and visual supports that my students use independently throughout the day.\r\n\r\nThe Play-Doh has brought so much joy to our learning time. We use it to build letters, numbers, and sight words, and it has also supported fine-motor development for my youngest learners. The glue sticks have been a huge help during writing and art projects—students can now work without worrying about running out or sharing one worn-out glue stick across the table. Their reactions when they saw everything were priceless; several students said, \"We all get one?\" and immediately sat down eager to write, build, and create.\r\n\r\nThese supplies have helped create cleaner routines, more hands-on learning, and stronger independence during centers. Thank you for making our classroom a place where students feel supported, excited, and proud of their work. Your generosity continues to make a daily impact on our learning.","fullyFundedDate":1762267544912,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-essentials/9755967/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Essentials!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gutierrez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4526597_orig.jpg?crop=1170,1170,x0,y425&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1652853009299","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msgutierrez123"},{"teacherId":4526597,"projectId":9525807,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! The new pencil pouches, story journals, Play-Doh, and writing tools have made a huge difference in how smoothly our learning routines run each day. Each student now has their own pouch to keep their supplies organized, which has helped build independence and reduce lost materials. The Pacon story journals have quickly become a class favorite—students love drawing their picture at the top and then writing a sentence underneath. These journals have supported our writing block beautifully, especially as students begin learning to stretch out sounds and write simple stories.\r\n\r\nThe Play-Doh and fat triangular pencils have boosted fine-motor skills and confidence for my youngest writers. Students use Play-Doh for forming letters, building sight words, and strengthening finger muscles before writing time. The triangular pencils have been a game-changer for students who struggle with grip, helping them feel successful and comfortable as they learn proper pencil control. The EXPO markers have supported our whiteboard work for phonics and math, and the \"Same or Different\" workbooks are helping students practice comparing, matching, and visual discrimination—skills essential for reading.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has brought structure, joy, and meaningful hands-on learning to our classroom. These materials are used daily and truly support the foundational skills my kindergarteners need to grow as readers, writers, and thinkers. Thank you for believing in my students and helping create a learning space that feels special, organized, and full of possibility.","fullyFundedDate":1754424780460,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-basics-starting-up-the-year/9525807/","projectTitle":"Back to Basics: Starting Up the Year","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gutierrez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4526597_orig.jpg?crop=1170,1170,x0,y425&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1652853009299","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msgutierrez123"},{"teacherId":4526597,"projectId":9761726,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our kindergarten PE program has taken on an exciting new life! The agility rings, plastic practice balls, flying discs, and colorful soccer cones have become essential tools in helping my students build coordination, confidence, and teamwork.\r\n\r\nThe very first day we unpacked the materials, the students couldn't contain their excitement—they were pointing, whispering, and asking, \"Are we going to use ALL of that?!\" They immediately wanted to try everything. We started with an obstacle-course warm-up using the agility rings, and the students were giggling as they hopped through, cheering each other on. Later that week, we used the new baseball-style practice balls for throwing and catching practice, and the soft, lightweight design helped even my most hesitant students feel successful.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments so far happened during our frisbee unit. Thanks to the bulk pack of flying discs, every student had their own disc, which meant they could ALL practice proper grip, push, and release at the same time. They were so proud hitting the cone targets we set up—made possible by the new multicolor soccer cones. Many students shouted, \"I did it!\" for the very first time, which gave them such a sense of accomplishment.","fullyFundedDate":1759361268818,"projectUrl":"project/physical-education-making-exercise-fun/9761726/","projectTitle":"Physical Education: Making Exercise Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gutierrez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4526597_orig.jpg?crop=1170,1170,x0,y425&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1652853009299","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msgutierrez123"},{"teacherId":8125028,"projectId":9639919,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our project, Helping Hands: Writing Tools for All Learners. The students are thrilled with the special pens—they love using them during writing time! These pens have brought excitement and motivation to our classroom.\r\n\r\nWe use them daily for writing activities, and students who are showing improvement in their writing skills get to earn one as a special reward. It's been wonderful to see how something as simple as a new pen can spark joy and inspire students to take pride in their work.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a real difference in helping our young writers stay engaged and confident. We are deeply grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1756747997941,"projectUrl":"project/helping-hands-writing-tools-for-all-le/9639919/","projectTitle":"\"Helping Hands: Writing Tools for All Learners\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O Jimenez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8125028_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657600954578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8125028"},{"teacherId":8125028,"projectId":9730212,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I want to express our sincere gratitude for funding our project, \"Supplies for Success: Helping Students Stay on Track.\" Your generous support made it possible for us to receive essential classroom materials that are already making a big difference in our daily learning.\r\n\r\nThe students especially love the plastic boxes for sorting math materials — they are helping keep our supplies organized and make hands-on math activities smoother and more engaging. The pens have also been a big hit, and every single item you helped provide is being used and appreciated.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has brought smiles, organization, and excitement to our classroom. Thank you for believing in our students and for supporting their success through your thoughtful contributions.","fullyFundedDate":1758636653309,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-success-helping-students-s/9730212/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Success: Helping Students Stay on Track","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O Jimenez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8125028_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657600954578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8125028"},{"teacherId":8570368,"projectId":9642888,"letterContent":"I want to extend my deepest gratitude for supporting my project, Organized Learning, Brighter Futures. Your generosity has made a remarkable difference in my classroom and in the lives of my students with special educational needs. Every item you helped fund, from the plastic paper organizers and rotating desk organizers to the giant magnetic numbers, dry-erase spots, sticker dots, and magnetic digital timers, has transformed the way my students learn, stay focused, and feel confident in their daily routines.\r\n\r\nBefore your donation, our classroom often felt cluttered and unstructured. Many of my students struggle with organization and focus, and the lack of proper materials makes it difficult for them to stay on task. Since receiving your generous gift, our environment has become more inviting, organized, and full of energy. The paper and desk organizers have given everything a proper place, helping my students build responsibility by keeping their materials neat and easy to find. They now take pride in maintaining their areas and managing their space independently.\r\n\r\nThe giant magnetic numbers have become a favorite in our math lessons. My students love using them to count, build number patterns, and practice basic operations in a fun, hands-on way. For children who need visual and tactile reinforcement, these magnets have turned math from a challenge into an exciting learning experience. It is heartwarming to see their faces light up as they participate with confidence and enthusiasm.\r\n\r\nThe dry-erase spots and sticker dots on our tables have added color and structure to our daily lessons. These tools give students their own defined workspaces where they can write, draw, or brainstorm ideas creatively. They make transitions smoother, promote teamwork, and help children focus during small-group activities. The magnetic digital timers have also been an incredible addition, helping students manage their time and understand routines more clearly. Many of my students thrive with structure, and the timers give them both visual and auditory cues that support independence and smoother transitions.\r\n\r\nWhat I appreciate most about your donation is how it has inspired both independence and joy in learning. My students now enter the classroom with enthusiasm, ready to participate in organized, interactive lessons. The simple act of being able to find their supplies, stay on schedule, or engage in colorful hands-on activities has boosted their self-esteem and motivation. Your support has turned our classroom into a space where learning feels fun, calm, and achievable for every child, especially for those who need extra guidance and encouragement.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for giving them the tools they need to succeed. Your kindness and generosity have created a lasting impact not only on their education but also on their confidence and sense of belonging. Because of you, our classroom is now a place where organization meets inspiration—and where every child feels capable of building a brighter future.","fullyFundedDate":1757423440483,"projectUrl":"project/organized-learning-brighter-futures-for/9642888/","projectTitle":"Organized Learning, Brighter Futures for My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8570368_orig.jpg?crop=889,889,x70,y364&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756176290283","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8570368"},{"teacherId":8125028,"projectId":9723804,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our project, \"Future Builders.\" Your generous contribution has brought so much excitement and joy to our classroom!\r\n\r\nThe students absolutely love the magnetic toys — they have already sparked creativity, teamwork, and hands-on learning. The science kits are waiting eagerly to be used, and we plan to introduce them right before Christmas as a special gift from our amazing donors. The anticipation is growing every day!\r\n\r\nYour kindness has not only provided fun and engaging materials but has also inspired curiosity and imagination in our young learners. We are truly grateful for your support in helping our students explore, build, and discover their potential.","fullyFundedDate":1759119187663,"projectUrl":"project/future-builders/9723804/","projectTitle":"Future Builders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O Jimenez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8125028_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657600954578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8125028"},{"teacherId":9114590,"projectId":9233631,"letterContent":"We can use Dog Man in the classroom to help kids build important reading and life skills while having fun. 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By using a book that makes kids laugh, we motivate reluctant readers, boost confidence, and show that learning can be exciting.","fullyFundedDate":1753212117393,"projectUrl":"project/paws-for-reading-book-set/9233631/","projectTitle":"\"Paws for Reading\" Book Set","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jovel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9114590_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y264&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756071285212","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9114590"},{"teacherId":9114590,"projectId":9233672,"letterContent":"In the classroom, reading can take many forms to support student learning. Sometimes students read independently to build focus and confidence, while other times they read with a partner to practice fluency and help each other with tricky words. My students who are still learning English really enjoy Pete the Cat books because they are fun, seasonal, and easy to read. 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