{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"CREC Academy of Computer Science and Engineering","outOfStateSupporters":66.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5965849,"projectId":10463342,"letterContent":"I wanted to take this opporturnity to thank you for funding our project through Donors Choose. Its not every day that we come in contact with complete strangers that are willing to blindly give. Thank you for showing our students that there is still good in the world and that we are truly one community.\r\nOur students are so greatful that we can provide a clean change of clothes and hygiene products that allow them to feel fresh and clean and focus on the real important things...their education. Each time we provide something from our closet to the students, they are so thankful. You made that happend for our student. \r\nThank you from the bottom of our hearts.","fullyFundedDate":1786670193290,"projectUrl":"project/ooopsclothes-mishap/10463342/","projectTitle":"Ooops...Clothes Mishap?","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nelson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5965849"},{"teacherId":7965542,"projectId":10378523,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping getting this much needed table into our new math learning room. We have transformed a former literacy closet into a functioning classroom space thanks to your donation! The student can now use the table for group work as well as showing their learning on the white board tables as well. The students are so excited to have these resources at their finger tips.\r\n\r\nWe are so excited for our students to have the resources that they need as they learn and grow this year.\r\n\r\nThank you for thinking of our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1786584172172,"projectUrl":"project/math-learning-at-your-fingertips/10378523/","projectTitle":"Math Learning at Your Fingertips","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Seals","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7965542_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y72&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755306931614","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsseals215"},{"teacherId":7965542,"projectId":10158862,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping fund items for our class/snack pantry. This school year especially has been more difficult with students and food insecurity. Having access to food is so important to keep students brains in the game. Students cannot focus and learn if they are hungry.\r\n\r\nIt is so important to have this snack pantry for our students. No student should ever have to worry about a snack when they need it. Without donors like you this would not be a reality in my classroom. We are so thankful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1778034509141,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-healthy-minds/10158862/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Healthy Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Seals","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7965542_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y72&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755306931614","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsseals215"},{"teacherId":5965849,"projectId":10297484,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation our students now have access to supplies that will allow them to feel a bit fresher when they need it most. It is amazing how quickly word spread that we were stocked up again. Students came down to the guidance department in a flurry. Our new 6th graders were very suprised that we have these items at their disposal and that they can access them when needed. Staff members have also been very thankful that our students spend less time trying to access these items from friends or family during the day and have a quick place to access these important items. Thank you again for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1779259405054,"projectUrl":"project/the-middle-school-hygiene-drive-fresh-k/10297484/","projectTitle":"The Middle School Hygiene Drive: Fresh Kids, Confident Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nelson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5965849"},{"teacherId":7965542,"projectId":10129147,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping our students get the supplies needed to keep our Student Run Coffee shop running last school year. Our students were able to complete so many unique baking projects and drinks to our teaching staff. The students were so proud of thier work.\r\n\r\nWithout the help of donors like you this project never would have been able to be started. The addition of the resource from these projects helped us expand our offerings. Our staff has been impressed by our student baristas and the professional projects they make every week.\r\n\r\nWe are so excited to continue this project for the upcoming school year. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts!","fullyFundedDate":1778189412910,"projectUrl":"project/busy-baristas-cafe/10129147/","projectTitle":"Busy Baristas Cafe","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Seals","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7965542_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y72&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755306931614","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsseals215"},{"teacherId":7965542,"projectId":10074127,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping our students get the supplies needed to keep our Student Run Coffee shop running last school year. Our students were able to complete so many unique baking projects and drinks to our teaching staff. The students were so proud of thier work. \r\nWithout the help of donors like you this project never would have been able to be started. The addition of the resource from these projects helped us expand our offerings. Our staff has been impressed by our student baristas and the professional projects they make every week. \r\nWe are so excited to continue this project for the upcoming school year. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts!","fullyFundedDate":1778026115724,"projectUrl":"project/busy-baristas-cafe/10074127/","projectTitle":"Busy Baristas Cafe","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Seals","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7965542_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y72&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755306931614","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsseals215"},{"teacherId":7965542,"projectId":10030934,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to this project. Having this card has allowed for me to purchase alternative materials for my students in other content areas.\r\n\r\nHaving access to the materials helps me modify for my students. This gives them access to classes and makes them feel so much better about being in classes.\r\n\r\nMy students are so appreciative of having donors that support their education. It means so much to them and me to have the materials we need to learn. Our classroom is a better place because of Donors Choose.","fullyFundedDate":1771089771835,"projectUrl":"project/materials-for-all-learners/10030934/","projectTitle":"Materials for All Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Seals","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7965542_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y72&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755306931614","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsseals215"},{"teacherId":9812016,"projectId":10001795,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support of our classroom. Because of your contributions, our students are able to experience technology in a way that goes far beyond what they typically use at home. While many of our students are familiar with devices like phones, tablets, or computers, the technology in our classroom allows them to become creators—not just consumers.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, technology is used as a tool for problem-solving, creativity, and real-world skill development. Students are learning how to code, design digital media, and think critically about how technology impacts the world around them. Instead of simply using apps, they are building their own projects—creating games, designing visuals, and developing solutions to challenges. This hands-on approach helps deepen their understanding and keeps them highly engaged in their learning.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most about this new technology is the ability to bring their ideas to life. Whether it's seeing their code work for the first time, watching a design come together, or solving a problem they've been working through, there is a genuine sense of accomplishment and pride. The technology makes learning interactive, meaningful, and fun—it turns the classroom into a space where students feel empowered.\r\n\r\nThere are several students who have especially connected with this technology. Some who may struggle in more traditional academic settings have truly thrived when given the opportunity to learn through hands-on, technology-driven experiences. These students are more engaged, more confident, and more willing to take risks in their learning. It has been incredible to watch them step into leadership roles, help their peers, and take ownership of their growth.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is not just providing tools—it is opening doors for our students. You are helping them build skills that will prepare them for their futures and showing them that their ideas matter.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in our students and investing in their success.","fullyFundedDate":1768226061992,"projectUrl":"project/computer-science-classroom-supplies/10001795/","projectTitle":"Computer Science Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Steger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9812016_orig.jpg?crop=2432,2432,x1599,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768229248613","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ariel-steger"},{"teacherId":7977344,"projectId":9602691,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity! My students have been loving the chance to unwind and play games during our earned free time. It has been a real treat to see them having fun while learning how to appropriately interact. UNO has become a fan favorite, along with Guess Who and Connect Four. Battleship has proven challenging, but we are working on it! An added benefit I have found is that the chance to earn a game class has vastly improved student attention during traditional classes! Students are calmly and quietly self correcting disruptive behaviors, which has led to better work production. Amazing! Thank you once again for helping me help my students learn how to comply with social norms.","fullyFundedDate":1761918992811,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-school-social-skills/9602691/","projectTitle":"Back to School Social Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Harlow","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7977344_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719250722226","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7977344"},{"teacherId":7965542,"projectId":9929881,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us get the supplies needed for our student baristas to create amazing holiday cupcakes. With this project we have been able to create holiday cupcakes for multiple seasons already. The students and staff have been so excited to plan and create these amazing baked goods.\r\n\r\nThis project has allowed some of our more reserved learners to come out of their shell. They have enjoyed finding cupcake designs to replicate and make their own. The staff has also enjoyed seeing what our student baristas can create. It has truly been an amazing project. We appreciate you helping us make it come to life!","fullyFundedDate":1767133113792,"projectUrl":"project/busy-baristas-holiday-cupcake-festival/9929881/","projectTitle":"Busy Baristas Holiday Cupcake Festival","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Seals","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7965542_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y72&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755306931614","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsseals215"},{"teacherId":7965542,"projectId":9920021,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping fund this project. This one was a special one because it got much needed supplies for our student run coffee shop for teachers. Over the last 4 years we have transformed this vision into much more than a cup of coffee. Students are able to demonstrate their learning in ways outside the typical classroom setting. Between the baking and set up of the cart, students are gaining skills for future employment opportunities.\r\n\r\nThe coffee supplies are a game changer to the coffee shop. We are now able to create more drinks and have more student stations for cooking. It also keeps us organized for when we deliver and serve our guests. We can't thank you enough for helping get these items into our classroom.\r\n\r\nStay tuned for updates on what is cooking in our shop!","fullyFundedDate":1764730896478,"projectUrl":"project/busy-baristas-cafe/9920021/","projectTitle":"Busy Baristas Cafe","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Seals","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7965542_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y72&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755306931614","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsseals215"},{"teacherId":7965542,"projectId":9791159,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping to get this project funded. The students have enjoyed having new resources to use while marketing their bake shop products this school year. \r\nStudents have used the new equipment to take \"stock\" photos for our weekly order sheets, as well as make promotional material for our coffee shop. We have been able to elevate our shop this year and add new \"jobs\" for students to perform. This experience has been so good for both the students involved and the staff. \r\n\r\nThis project has been more than just a cup of coffee, it is truly a small business that students take pride in. 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