{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Bridges Preparatory Academy","outOfStateSupporters":55.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4863737,"projectId":9280828,"letterContent":"My students were incredibly excited and grateful for the new headphones. They had been using old, used headphones since the beginning of the year. Once I told them that they were able to choose their color and that the headphones would be their responsibility, my students took their choice and the new responsibility very seriously. My students' joy doubled once I showed them their pencil boxes were they can story their new headphones and school supplies. \r\n\r\nWith their headphones, my students have been focused and are trying their best everyday. Their new folders have allowed my students to be organized scholars and they have used their new organizational skills to be excellent role models for our younger students. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your donations, I hope you consider donating to other classes as well.","fullyFundedDate":1755314326221,"projectUrl":"project/school-supplies-for-success/9280828/","projectTitle":"School Supplies for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cornell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4863737_orig.jpg?crop=1944,1944,x0,y466&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719084964516","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miss-cornell"},{"teacherId":9643256,"projectId":9314248,"letterContent":"We want to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous donation of fidget toys for our students. These tools have already made a positive difference in our sessions by helping students manage their energy, stay focused, and engage more meaningfully in their learning.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our students now have a healthy, constructive outlet to support their attention and self-regulation. For some, it's a small comfort that makes a big impact on their ability to learn and participate confidently.\r\n\r\nYour generosity reminds our students that their needs are seen and supported by a caring community. Thank you for investing in their success","fullyFundedDate":1746785619083,"projectUrl":"project/feel-fidget-focus/9314248/","projectTitle":"Feel, Fidget, Focus","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jane","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9643256_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746852662495","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9643256"},{"teacherId":9643256,"projectId":9314266,"letterContent":"On behalf of our school community, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous contribution toward our Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) resources. Your support helps us create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where our students can develop essential life skills such as empathy, resilience, and self-awareness.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, we can provide meaningful tools and activities that empower our students not only to succeed academically, but also to grow into compassionate, confident individuals. Your investment in their well-being truly makes a lasting difference.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our mission and for playing such an important role in the success and growth of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1746785704206,"projectUrl":"project/building-stronger-students-with-sel-reso/9314266/","projectTitle":"Building Stronger Students with SEL Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jane","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9643256_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746852662495","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9643256"},{"teacherId":9643256,"projectId":9314290,"letterContent":"I have been using the new cleaning resources in my counseling office to create a calm and organized environment that supports students' emotional well-being. One specific moment that stands out was when students helped me set up a \"Calm Corner\" within the office—a special space stocked with sensory tools, calming visuals, and organized materials for mindfulness exercises while organizing and cleaning. This project not only made the office more inviting but also gave students a sense of ownership over a place where they can come to relax, reflect, and work through their feelings in a peaceful setting.","fullyFundedDate":1746785515086,"projectUrl":"project/clean-space-clear-minds/9314290/","projectTitle":"Clean Space, Clear Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jane","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9643256_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746852662495","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9643256"},{"teacherId":9643256,"projectId":9102919,"letterContent":"The addition of snacks to our counseling space has had an immediate and meaningful impact on our students. Many arrive straight from class or home without having eaten, and the ability to grab a quick, healthy snack helps them settle in and feel safe. One student, after quietly choosing a granola bar, said, \"This makes it feel like someone really cares.\" These small moments of comfort go a long way in building trust and creating a consistent, stable environment where students can open up and do the emotional work they need to.\r\nWhen the snacks first arrived, the students were surprised and grateful. Some even asked, \"Are these really for us?\"—a reminder that these small resources make a big difference in their day. Now, it's become a regular part of our routine, and that consistency reinforces the sense of safety and support that's so essential in counseling. Looking ahead, we're working on social-emotional learning projects where students identify coping strategies and build emotional vocabulary. Thanks to your support, we can pair those important lessons with a tangible reminder that they are seen, supported, and valued.","fullyFundedDate":1746785515445,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-comfort-and-stability/9102919/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Comfort and Stability","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jane","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9643256_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746852662495","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9643256"},{"teacherId":9643256,"projectId":9066971,"letterContent":"We were so grateful to receive donated water bottles for our Hydration Matters project—but the impact has gone far beyond just quenching thirst. For many of our students, just having access to water has brought comfort and relief. Some come into my office simply to ask for a bottle of water, and that simple act has opened the door to more meaningful moments.\r\nThere's something powerful about being able to meet a basic need—it makes students feel safe. I've noticed that when they come in for water, they often stay for a minute or two longer. Sometimes they'll share what's on their mind. That quick visit becomes a quiet way of saying, \"I need a break,\" or, \"Can I talk?\" And because they know water is always here, they know I'm here too.\r\nThe excitement on their faces when they realized there was cold water available just for them was something I won't forget. It's a small thing, but it makes a big difference—helping them feel seen, cared for, and supported in both body and mind.\r\nThank you for helping us create not just a hydrated office, but a safe and welcoming space for every child who walks through the door.","fullyFundedDate":1746600031323,"projectUrl":"project/hydration-matters/9066971/","projectTitle":"Hydration Matters!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jane","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9643256_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746852662495","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9643256"},{"teacherId":9643256,"projectId":9003861,"letterContent":"Because of you, our students now have access to fidget and sensory tools as well as engaging SEL workbooks that are making a real difference during our counseling sessions.\r\nThe fidget and sensory toys have been a fantastic addition to both individual and group sessions. They help students stay calm and focused, especially during conversations that bring up difficult emotions. The SEL workbooks give students a structured way to explore important topics like self-awareness, coping strategies, and healthy relationships. Together, these tools are helping students feel more comfortable and empowered to participate in their own growth.\r\nOne student, who typically struggles to open up, began using a small textured stress ball during our sessions. While squeezing it, he shared for the first time how anxiety affects him at school. The tool gave him a sense of security and control, and the workbook activities helped him name his feelings and come up with a plan to manage them. It was a breakthrough moment we wouldn't have reached without your support.\r\nThey were thrilled! Students were excited to choose their own fidget tool. Many said things like, \"This is so cool!\" or \"I've never seen anything like this before!\" It made them feel valued and gave them ownership of their own emotional learning.\r\nCurrently, we're working through a unit on self-regulation and emotional triggers. The next step is for each student to create a personalized \"toolbox\" of coping skills using what they've learned from the workbooks, paired with a fidget or sensory item that helps them stay grounded. This project is helping our students build emotional intelligence and resilience skills that will support them far beyond the classroom.\r\nYour kindness and generosity are helping create a space where students feel safe, heard, and equipped to handle life's challenges. Thank you for being a part of their journey!","fullyFundedDate":1735573429542,"projectUrl":"project/learning-to-understand-and-manage-emotio/9003861/","projectTitle":"Learning to Understand and Manage Emotions!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jane","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9643256_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746852662495","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9643256"},{"teacherId":4863737,"projectId":8774241,"letterContent":"On behalf of the Bridges Preparatory Academy Middle School STEM club, we would like to extend our gratitude for your very generous donation that made the purchase of our new marble run set possible. Your support ignited the spark of curiosity and excitement in our student.\r\n\r\nThe students in our club were immediately captivated by the challenge of designing and building different tracks, they were eager to explore the principles of physics in a hands-on way. I have witness teamwork as student collaborated to overcome obstacles, troubleshoot designs, and test different configurations. \r\n\r\nYour donation has not just provided us with a toy, it has provided a much needed opportunity for students to explore, experiment, and discover the joy of learning. Thank you for your generosity and for believing in the potential of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1733348492698,"projectUrl":"project/marble-run-for-stem-club/8774241/","projectTitle":"Marble Run for S.T.E.M Club!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cornell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4863737_orig.jpg?crop=1944,1944,x0,y466&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719084964516","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miss-cornell"},{"teacherId":9643256,"projectId":9003779,"letterContent":"Your support made it possible for us to provide healthy snacks for our students during one-on-one and group counseling sessions, and the impact has been deeper than you might imagine.\r\n\r\nThe snacks have become an unexpected but powerful tool in creating a safe, welcoming space for students to open up and connect. Counseling can sometimes be intimidating, but offering something as simple as a granola bar or fruit snack helps break the ice and allows students to relax, focus, and fully engage in the conversation. We've used them consistently during our weekly check-ins, stress management workshops, and emotional regulation groups.\r\n\r\nDuring a recent session about handling anxiety before exams, one student walked in looking visibly overwhelmed. She grabbed a snack from the basket, took a deep breath, and said, \"Okay, I can do this now.\" It was a small moment but it set the tone for a productive and vulnerable conversation.\r\n\r\nTheir faces lit up! Many were surprised and said things like, \"Wait we get snacks during this?\" It quickly helped establish a more relaxed, non-judgmental environment. Several students even shared that having something to nibble on helped them talk more openly, especially when discussing sensitive topics.\r\n\r\nRight now, we're continuing speaking on coping skills and emotional resilience. The next step is for students to create personal \"calm kits\" that include tools and strategies they've found helpful like fidget tools, and yes, a few favorite snacks. Your support helped us model how small comforts can have a big emotional impact, and students are now incorporating that lesson into their own self-care plans.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting our students not just academically, but emotionally and mentally as well. 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