{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Bassick High School","outOfStateSupporters":46.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10408435,"projectId":10032441,"letterContent":"With these materials, my students were able to move beyond just \"helping out\" and begin building real independence with functional life skills. The broom and swiffer provided the grip and control many of them needed, and students quickly learned how to maneuver a swiffer, recognize where to spray the cleaning solution, and follow a clear sequence of steps to clean up classroom spaces. We've been using the tools daily, and the difference shows—not just in cleaner spaces, but in student confidence and ownership of their work.\r\nOne moment that really captured this growth came when a pencil sharpener spill created a mess that required thorough sweeping and floor cleaning. Instead of becoming overwhelmed, a student independently gathered the tools and followed a multi-step process to complete the task—something that previously required heavy prompting. When the materials first arrived, students were genuinely excited to use them (especially the art supply/craft box), and that enthusiasm has carried into our routines. The added incentives, like stickers and craft materials, have also played a meaningful role. Students work toward completing a full week of their chore charts, and then earn time to create simple crafts, which they've enjoyed sharing with classmates or bringing home to their families. It's become a natural way to build both motivation and social connection.\r\nWe're incredibly grateful to all of our donors for making this possible, and I'd like to extend a special thank you to the Bezos Family Foundation for being part of that support. As a next step, we're expanding this work into a spring community clean-up project, where students will apply their skills in shared spaces like staff areas while using student-made, earth-friendly cleaning products in recognition of Earth Day.","fullyFundedDate":1769192006020,"projectUrl":"project/building-independence-one-chore-at-a-ti/10032441/","projectTitle":"Building Independence, One Chore at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shelly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10408435"},{"teacherId":9170155,"projectId":10048391,"letterContent":"How Technology Helps Students Learn\r\nTechnology in our classrooms transforms how students engage with content and collaborate with their peers. While many of our donors use computers and tablets at home for communication and entertainment, educational technology serves a more targeted purpose: it personalizes learning pathways so students can progress at their own pace, provides immediate feedback that helps them understand mistakes in real time, and creates interactive experiences that make abstract concepts concrete and memorable. For example, students studying ecosystems can run virtual simulations to see how population changes affect biodiversity, or language learners can practice pronunciation with instant audio feedback—experiences that simply aren't possible with traditional textbooks alone. Additionally, technology enables students to access a wealth of resources, collaborate with classmates on projects regardless of physical location, and develop the digital literacy skills they'll need for college and careers.\r\nWhat Excites Students Most About the New Product\r\nOur students are most energized by the interactive and creative possibilities the new technology opens up. They appreciate that it makes learning feel less like \"work\" and more like exploration—whether that's through gamified problem-solving, the ability to create and share their own digital projects, or seeing immediate visual results from their efforts. Many students have told us they feel more confident participating in class because the technology gives them multiple ways to demonstrate understanding beyond traditional tests. The novelty factor certainly plays a role, but what we're observing is that the real excitement comes from feeling more in control of their learning and seeing tangible progress in real time.\r\nStudents Who've Especially Connected with the Technology\r\nWe've noticed that the new technology has been particularly transformative for students who previously struggled to find their footing in traditional classroom settings. Students with different learning styles—visual learners who benefit from interactive graphics, kinesthetic learners who engage through hands-on digital activities, and students who process information at a different pace—have all shown increased confidence and participation. We've also seen shy or reserved students become more vocal contributors because the technology provides a less intimidating way to engage, such as typing responses before speaking aloud or collaborating asynchronously. Perhaps most meaningfully, students who had begun to disengage from school have reconnected, viewing these tools as evidence that their school is invested in modern, relevant learning.","fullyFundedDate":1776089014942,"projectUrl":"project/math-curriculum-for-diverse-students/10048391/","projectTitle":"Math Curriculum for Diverse Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stiebeling","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9170155_orig.jpg?crop=2116,2116,x514,y786&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744546626023","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9170155"},{"teacherId":3760745,"projectId":10073638,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to this project, and helping to close the equity gap for our student-athletes at Bassick. As mentioned in the description of this project, our district does not have a budget to pay for any \"extras\" beyond the bare essentials for a track program. Thanks to folks like you, we can provide our most committed athletes with things like warm up jackets, team backpacks, proper running shoes, etc. as a way to incentivize consistent practice attendance and build excitement within the program. Thank you for making such a positive impact on our program!","fullyFundedDate":1770324834230,"projectUrl":"project/track-jackets-to-incentivize-consistency/10073638/","projectTitle":"Track Jackets to Incentivize Consistency","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Susi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3760745_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1471371933931","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3760745"},{"teacherId":4960304,"projectId":9219643,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations. Students felt seen and cared for. Something simple as a pair of socks showed them that someone had thought about their comfort, not just the event itself. It wasn't just about having a keepsake-it was about knowing their experience mattered. \r\nMany students were excited because they didn't have to walk around barefoot or ruin their own socks once their dress shoes started to hurt. Instead of feeling uncomfortable or self-conscious. They slipped on their socks and kept enjoying the night. They laughed, danced, and stayed present without worrying about sore feet.","fullyFundedDate":1743449110097,"projectUrl":"project/keepsake-socks-from-the-oldbassick/9219643/","projectTitle":"Keepsake Socks From the “old”Bassick","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Grom","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-mgrom"},{"teacherId":3760745,"projectId":9894074,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to this project. If not for donors like you, our program would only receive the \"bare basics\" for cross country / track and field. While athletes from all of the surrounding towns come from homes and districts that can amply provide them with proper training shoes, racing spikes, warm up suits, GPS watches, team bags, sports nutrition, etc... our athletes do not. Therefore, supporters like you are what allow our program to continue to thrive. It really would be hard to imagine where we'd be if not for contributors like you, and we're forever grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1764774592828,"projectUrl":"project/team-backpacks-for-winter-practices-co/9894074/","projectTitle":"Team Backpacks For Winter Practices & Competitions","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Susi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3760745_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1471371933931","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3760745"},{"teacherId":1937475,"projectId":9846263,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping bring this project to life. Since the materials arrived, our students have used them every day in ways that immediately deepened engagement and independence. We have cooked and baked various things. Our favorite thing to use our material with was making Thanksgiving dinner in our class. We were blessed with a food donation. Thanks to our project being funded we were able to use our kitchen supplies to make a complete meal. My students enjoyed using all the different tools to cook. It was a great learning experience. \r\n\r\nTheir excitement was unforgettable when they first opened the boxes. There was spontaneous cheering, curious questions, and a genuine sense that something meaningful was about to happen. For many of our learners, new materials mean new possibilities, and they felt that instantly. The room buzzed for the rest of the day as they explored, shared discoveries, and imagined what they could do next.\r\n\r\nWe're already moving forward with projects inspired by your support. Your support has not only added tools to our classroom, but momentum, confidence, and excitement that goes beyond one lesson. We are truly grateful for your investment in our students.\r\n\r\nWarmly,","fullyFundedDate":1763498221855,"projectUrl":"project/cooking-confidence-life-skills-for-our/9846263/","projectTitle":"Cooking Confidence: Life Skills for Our Special Education Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Medeiros","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1937475"},{"teacherId":9170155,"projectId":9440000,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of translation devices to our school. Your thoughtful gift is already transforming the learning environment by helping students, families, and staff communicate more easily across languages.\r\nThese devices remove barriers that previously made it difficult for English learners and multilingual families to participate fully in class, conferences, and school events. Teachers can provide clearer instructions and timely feedback, students can collaborate more confidently, and families can engage with teachers and school resources without the stress of language gaps.\r\nYour support promotes equity, strengthens relationships, and fosters a more inclusive school community. We are grateful for your commitment to ensuring every learner has the tools they need to succeed. If you'd like, we can share updates, photos, or testimonials that show how the devices are being used.","fullyFundedDate":1752353976722,"projectUrl":"project/bridging-languages-the-translation-devi/9440000/","projectTitle":"Bridging Languages: The Translation Device Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stiebeling","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9170155_orig.jpg?crop=2116,2116,x514,y786&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744546626023","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9170155"},{"teacherId":9170155,"projectId":9266385,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of calculators to our school. Your support is already making a measurable difference in students' learning experiences. With these calculators, learners can explore higher‑level math, check their work more independently, and engage in hands‑on problem solving that builds confidence and critical thinking.\r\n\r\nYour gift helps level the playing field for students who previously lacked access to reliable tools. Teachers report that lessons run more smoothly, group activities are more productive, and students who were hesitant about math are now participating enthusiastically. Beyond immediate classroom benefits, your donation invests in students' long‑term success — preparing them for advanced courses, standardized tests, and careers that rely on quantitative skills.\r\n\r\nWe deeply appreciate your thoughtfulness and commitment to education. If you'd like, we'd be happy to share photos or short student testimonials that show how the calculators are being used. Thank you again for partnering with us to support our students' growth.","fullyFundedDate":1746786249240,"projectUrl":"project/calculating-success-the-ultimate-calcul/9266385/","projectTitle":"Calculating Success: The Ultimate Calculator Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stiebeling","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9170155_orig.jpg?crop=2116,2116,x514,y786&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744546626023","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9170155"},{"teacherId":9464344,"projectId":9747827,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting the launch of the Bassick School Store!\r\n\r\nStudents were so excited to get planning and to ensure that every customer had the best cafe experience possible. They voted to name the store The Lion's Den Cafe in honor of the Bassick school mascot and got to work decorating and setting up what was once a small storage room with a counter to a full cafe and lounge. \r\n\r\nEvery aspect of this store is meant to prepare our students for vocational and independent living skills. \r\n\r\nThe pride the students have in themselves is so evident with every order made and customer served and the staff appreciates a fresh alternative to the cafeteria fare!","fullyFundedDate":1761154603886,"projectUrl":"project/bassick-school-store/9747827/","projectTitle":"Bassick School Store","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Donovan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9464344"},{"teacherId":3760745,"projectId":9701373,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to this project. The running watches have immediately been put to great use. Every Friday, our team competes against each other in PR (Personal Record) Races on courses of varying distances near the school. Each time athletes complete these PR Races, they are documenting their personal progress and seeing improvement. It is the perfect way for athletes to objectively see all the hard work paying off. If not for these watches, our athletes would be running with cell phones in their hands in order to time themselves. Thank you again for enhancing the training experiences of our athletes.","fullyFundedDate":1758224212119,"projectUrl":"project/running-watches-for-track-cross-countr/9701373/","projectTitle":"Running Watches for Track & Cross Country","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Susi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3760745_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1471371933931","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3760745"},{"teacherId":155347,"projectId":9326090,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the support with the track program. We are traveling with athletic gear with our school logo and look more organized and have a great sense of pride. The impact is larger than you can imagine. Many of our competitors from the suburban schools take for granted that their school is providing name brand gear for their student athletes and although we do not have that in our budget, we are looking good and organized and that is the point. The coaching staff and the student athletes sincerely appreciate your generosity and are happy to look the part which is half of the battle.\r\n\r\nThank You from the bottom of my heart!","fullyFundedDate":1755736790725,"projectUrl":"project/track-field-pride/9326090/","projectTitle":"Track & Field Pride","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Roderick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp155347_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692625884490","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/155347"},{"teacherId":155347,"projectId":9069733,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the support with the track program. We are traveling with athletic gear with our school logo and look more organized and have a great sense of pride. The impact is larger than you can imagine. Many of our competitors from the suburban schools take for granted that their school is providing name brand gear for their student athletes and although we do not have that in our budget, we are looking good and organized and that is the point. The coaching staff and the student athletes sincerely appreciate your generosity and are happy to look the part which is half of the battle.\r\n\r\nThank You from the bottom of my heart!","fullyFundedDate":1746761702642,"projectUrl":"project/run-with-pride/9069733/","projectTitle":"Run with Pride","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Roderick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp155347_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692625884490","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/155347"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_43410","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1075,"numTeachers":74,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":30,"percentWhite":4,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":61,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"14.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":53.9,"schoolId":43410,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Bassick High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Bassick High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/connecticut/bridgeport-public-schools/bassick-high-school/43410"}