{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Barack Obama Magnet University School","outOfStateSupporters":50.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3072373,"projectId":10157615,"letterContent":"I am thrilled to share the incredible impact \"The Fast & The Fluently\" Math Bee has had on my students. While many people use technology for leisure, these Chromebooks have transformed how my students view academic achievement. The excitement in the room was palpable as students realized they were competing for a tool that would allow them to explore coding, research their passions, and practice their math skills with the same speed and efficiency they see in the professional world.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for the students was the \"grown-up\" feel of the prize. Having a personal device is a huge milestone for them. I noticed that several students who previously struggled with math fluency—the ones who were often quiet during drills—became our most dedicated \"math athletes.\" One student in particular, who usually finds math intimidating, spent every spare minute practicing their facts just for a chance to win. This technology didn't just give them a prize; it gave them a reason to persevere through challenging material. Thank you for making math \"the\" subject to master this year!","fullyFundedDate":1776706691566,"projectUrl":"project/the-fast-the-fluently-math-bee-chrom/10157615/","projectTitle":"The Fast & The Fluently: Math Bee Chromebooks","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Demsky","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3072373_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1504201849301","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3072373"},{"teacherId":7123675,"projectId":10140802,"letterContent":"We truly thank you for the storage sacks for our chair. Students are able to keep their items more organized. The sacks have allowed the students to take ownership of their items.\r\nWe have started our portfolio for the year using the cardstock paper. Students are choosing their colors and putting their pictures and favorite writing to be displayed for parents and fellow classmates. Giving students the confidence to have control of their educational goals by explaining why they chose their writing.","fullyFundedDate":1774028301832,"projectUrl":"project/easy-pocket/10140802/","projectTitle":"Easy Pocket","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lomax","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7123675_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704763556801","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7123675"},{"teacherId":8559076,"projectId":9920998,"letterContent":"When my students first saw the new snacks, they were absolutely thrilled. Their immediate reaction was how many can we have. One student even said, \"this is the best day ever.\" It was a moment of pure joy and validation for them to know that people out there care about their education and hungry stomachs.\r\n\r\nPutting the Resources to Work\r\nRight now, we are using these wonderful new snack for mid way through the day to give them a boost for learning. The students were tasked with making the snacks last so we could use them when really needed. Because we finally had the snacks, they were able to continue through a whole day of learning without having to worry about being hungry. \r\n\r\nLooking Ahead\r\nNow that we have these materials, the possibilities have really expanded. For our next steps in this project, the students will share with others why it is important to help others in need. Moving forward, we plan to pay it forward the best we can.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in my students and investing in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1764092295469,"projectUrl":"project/silly-secret-secret-stories-for-phonics/9920998/","projectTitle":"Silly Secret Secret Stories for Phonics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tema","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8559076_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753210452671","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8559076"},{"teacherId":9702461,"projectId":9652097,"letterContent":"The class had an amazing beginning of the school year and it is all thanks to you. Your contribution made it possible! students were provided with the needed tools to practice and have a better performance. The classroom welcomed them with labels, posters and signs needed to guide and help them adjust to the new setting. Every new school year bring new expectations and having the classroom full of clues, and reminders is always needed as it leads to a smooth transition. You kindness is well appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1764092295615,"projectUrl":"project/welcome-back-students/9652097/","projectTitle":"Welcome Back Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Suarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9702461_orig.jpg?crop=591,591,x0,y153&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773328277998","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9702461"},{"teacherId":9702461,"projectId":9661063,"letterContent":"Thanks to your contribution, my students can now choose a vast variety of reading books. My class is bilingual and it was a necessity to have books in both languages. Now students can practice reading and have more exciting book presentations. Along with the excitement, students are learning new words everyday, are exploring different topics, genres based on their interest. Thanks to your generosity, their access to the classroom is not limited. They can enjoy reading in both English and Spanish and its all thanks to you.","fullyFundedDate":1764092295193,"projectUrl":"project/leyendo-en-clase/9661063/","projectTitle":"Leyendo en Clase","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Suarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9702461_orig.jpg?crop=591,591,x0,y153&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773328277998","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9702461"},{"teacherId":9702461,"projectId":9871135,"letterContent":"Thanks to your contribution, my students can now choose a vast variety of reading books. My class is bilingual and it was a necessity to have books in both languages. Now students can practice reading and have more exciting book presentations. Along with the excitement, students are learning new words everyday, are exploring different topics, genres based on their interest. Thanks to your generosity, their access to the classroom is not limited. They can enjoy reading in both English and Spanish and its all thanks to you.","fullyFundedDate":1764092295556,"projectUrl":"project/read-and-share/9871135/","projectTitle":"Read and Share","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Suarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9702461_orig.jpg?crop=591,591,x0,y153&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773328277998","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9702461"},{"teacherId":10259687,"projectId":9712144,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity in funding our classroom project. It is truly heartening to know that there are individuals like you who recognize the value of creating an engaging, supportive learning environment for our students. The arrival of these resources has transformed our daily routine, turning our classroom into a more organized and inviting space where every student feels they have the tools they need to succeed.\r\nThe impact of your donation is visible in every corner of our room. The reading canopy has created a magical, cozy sanctuary that has students eager to dive into their books, while the chair bags have streamlined our transitions by keeping our reading materials neatly tucked away. My students have especially loved the fidget toys, which they use as tactile tools to master their lowercase and capital letter formations. Furthermore, the snacks have been a game-changer for our classroom management, providing the positive reinforcement and energy boost my students need to stay focused and on track throughout the day.\r\nYour support does more than just provide \"things\"—it sends a powerful message to my students that their education and well-being matter to the community. Because of you, my classroom is a place where focus is easier to find, organization is effortless, and the joy of reading is celebrated under a canopy of support. Thank you for making such a tangible difference in our lives.\r\nWould you like me to help you draft a specific \"Thank You\" note template that students could sign or add their own drawings to?","fullyFundedDate":1767132226560,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-kingdom-where-reading-reig/9712144/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Kingdom: Where Reading Reigns and Rewards Rule!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Solivan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10259687"},{"teacherId":9996997,"projectId":9934766,"letterContent":"I am tickled pink that you choose to fully fund my project! I am the Literacy Coach at a bi-literacy school and we are working hard to improve our writing skills and literacy scores. I work with the teachers and our scholars in K-4. School supplies had been exhausted when we left for winter break and we were certainly in need of replenishment when we returned in January. The funding of this project made sure that many scholars entered a learning space in the new year where they felt loved and safe by having these essential items that play a vital role in creating a healthy and conducive learning atmosphere. These materials will be used for small group reading, as scholars thrive in small group instructions which helps to bridge the gaps in student's learning. They do not realize that they are having fun while learning!\r\n\r\nIn addition, these supplies allowed me to model lessons for teachers in my coaching role which is preparing and assisting them to be better teachers of literacy.\r\n\r\nThese supplies help to make my learning space run smoothly, as well as allow the students to have more hands -on learning for literacy. The Expo dry erase markers, organizing containers, and other materials have been put to great use! I plan to use the cardstock for end of year book reports.","fullyFundedDate":1766885794980,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-ready-for-the-new-year/9934766/","projectTitle":"Let's Get Ready for the New Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fields Literacy Corner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9996997_orig.jpg?crop=2028,2028,x0,y243&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744298918691","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9996997"},{"teacherId":3072373,"projectId":9894304,"letterContent":"I want to express my deepest gratitude for your support of our project, \"Math Mobile: A Traveling Classroom Adventure.\" Because of your generosity, math in our classroom has shifted from a stationary, textbook-heavy subject to a dynamic, hands-on experience that moves with the students.\r\n\r\nHow the \"Math Mobile\" Changed Our Classroom\r\nThe materials you provided have turned our learning environment into a flexible hub of discovery. Here is the impact we've seen so far:\r\n\r\nIncreased Engagement: Students no longer feel \"stuck\" at their desks. With our new mobile resources, we can transition into small groups or floor-based learning centers in seconds.\r\n\r\nCollaborative Problem Solving: The portable tools allow students to bring their work to their peers, fostering a \"math community\" where they explain their thinking and solve complex puzzles together.\r\n\r\nConfidence Building: Having the right tactile materials available on-the-go has helped my more hesitant learners grasp abstract concepts through physical manipulation.\r\n\r\nA Success Story\r\nJust this week, during a lesson on geometry, a student who usually struggles to stay focused was able to lead a \"traveling station\" using the new materials. Seeing the pride on their face as they moved through the room, teaching others using the tools you provided, was a highlight of our school year.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for helping us take our math skills \"on the road.\" You haven't just provided supplies; you've provided a new way for us to explore and grow.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\n\r\nMrs. Demsky","fullyFundedDate":1764092295174,"projectUrl":"project/math-mobile-a-traveling-classroom-adven/9894304/","projectTitle":"Math Mobile: A Traveling Classroom Adventure","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Demsky","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3072373_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1504201849301","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3072373"},{"teacherId":2560416,"projectId":9808446,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations! My students were so excited when the boxes came in! They had been begging for more alternative seating options. \r\nMy students love being able to work around the room. They are always running to get the seating we had. With this project there is now enough options for each student in the class. They can decide where they want to work which increases the effort they put into the assignment. \r\nThe storage rack for the surf desks make for easy clean up. We had a few before and they were always falling over. \r\nThank you again for supporting my students and helping them get the classroom they deserve!","fullyFundedDate":1760626633825,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-fun/9808446/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fleming","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2560416_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1504922423833","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/allisonpittman"},{"teacherId":7123675,"projectId":9508276,"letterContent":"We would like to thank you for helping our writing center give students the ability to express themselves by drawing and writing their ideas and feels. Students are able to use the materials at their tables for daily activities and in other parts of the classroom. \r\nStudents are able to even use materials when foung their lessons that require them use use crayons, markers and glue sticks.\r\nStudents even use the paper to write sentences and answer questions.\r\nWe are so thankful for you allowing us to let our students have the opportunity to show what they are able to do with different areas but the same materials.","fullyFundedDate":1758202967917,"projectUrl":"project/color-the-classroom-with-joy/9508276/","projectTitle":"Color the Classroom with Joy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lomax","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7123675_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704763556801","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7123675"},{"teacherId":7123675,"projectId":9650896,"letterContent":"My students love the coding! Every time we start another diagraph the students get so excited to hear what the story is. \r\nStudents go and share with their families and other teachers what they learned. \r\nMy students that are having a hard time use the wall cards to help them remember what they learned and how to apply the lesson. \r\nWr have made these cards into a game were students have to guess what story goes with what card. Students love the idea of learning and retaining the information by the stories.","fullyFundedDate":1758202550966,"projectUrl":"project/coding-in-kindergarten/9650896/","projectTitle":"Coding in Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lomax","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7123675_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704763556801","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7123675"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_98603","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":355,"numTeachers":25,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":47,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":43,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 4","studentTeacherRatio":"14.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":49.2,"schoolId":98603,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Barack Obama Magnet University School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Barack Obama Magnet University School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/connecticut/new-haven-public-schools/strong-school/98603"}