{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Sarasota School - Arts & Science","outOfStateSupporters":13.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8722414,"projectId":9721305,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation that provided tools to help our students regulate their emotions and behavior. Your investment has made a meaningful difference in our learning environment.\r\n\r\nBecause of this funding, students now have access to resources that promote self-awareness, emotional regulation, and positive coping strategies. These tools are helping students feel calmer, more confident, and better prepared to engage in learning and social interactions. We are already seeing improvements in students' ability to manage challenges, communicate their needs, and remain focused in the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1761184561568,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-calming-cart/9721305/","projectTitle":"Classroom Calming Cart","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hubbard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8722414_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758808057122","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8722414"},{"teacherId":8685639,"projectId":9718278,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our linocut printmaking project focused on Florida's endangered and threatened wildlife. Using the new materials, students learned the full linocut process from planning and carving to inking and printing an edition! While each student chose a different native animal to research and represent they were all showed in a fun unique way. \r\nWhen students first saw the tools, they were excited and a little amazed that they would be creating \"real\" prints like professional artists. They ha d a lot of fun experimenting with the colors and the process before creating their edition. \r\nTo deepen the experience, students exchanged prints so that each student left with a complete class collection of Florida wildlife artwork. This turned the project into both an art lesson and a shared learning experience about conservation. They even made an edition for you as well! \r\nNext, students will reflect on their work, connect their prints to environmental studies, and explore how artists use printmaking to raise awareness. Your generosity gave students hands-on learning, creative confidence, and a meaningful connection to Florida's natural world.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nBrian Hubbard and his Printmakers","fullyFundedDate":1762267729037,"projectUrl":"project/preserving-floridas-wildlife-through-pr/9718278/","projectTitle":"Preserving Florida's Wildlife Through Printmaking","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hubbard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8685639_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758026595596","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8685639"},{"teacherId":8800141,"projectId":9606700,"letterContent":"My kids love the snacks and games you provided for them for their after school clubs! They are always hungry lol so this was much appreciated. My clubs are active clubs and are immediately after school so the items are much needed. The kids are with me an hour after school and most often they did not bring a snack and have eaten all of their lunch by then. I also love how they are coming together and enjoying board games and crafts instead of just playing with their phones. The kids actually really love interacting with other kids again! Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1759409156552,"projectUrl":"project/after-school-clubs-need-attention-too/9606700/","projectTitle":"After School Clubs Need Attention Too!","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Detective Chris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8800141_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1665769570262","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8800141"},{"teacherId":9516390,"projectId":9858175,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to our classroom! The shirt project was a huge success, and the students had a great time completing it. It got them interested in choosing a book and reading it, as well as got them thinking more critically about what they had read when they were working on the shirts. Many students have already worn their created shirts to school and were able to share their opinions and thoughts of such with their peers. This has been a wonderful opportunity to encourage reading for fun, and it would not have been possible without your contribution. Thank you so much for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1763756082740,"projectUrl":"project/book-t-shirt-project/9858175/","projectTitle":"Book T-Shirt Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Golden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9516390"},{"teacherId":8524542,"projectId":9698804,"letterContent":"This project gave our 7th grade students a hands-on learning experience that connected science and art in a meaningful way. Two teachers worked together to help students explore the same topic from different perspectives.\r\n \r\nIn science class, students used the materials to complete an owl pellet dissection. They carefully pulled apart the pellets and identified the bones inside. Many students were excited and curious, especially since this was their first time doing a real dissection. They were eager to see what they would find and asked many questions during the activity.\r\n \r\nAfter the science lesson, students brought the bones to the art room to create still life drawings. Using charcoal, they focused on contour drawing and close observation. Georgia O'Keeffe's bone drawings were used as inspiration. Students enjoyed drawing objects they had already studied and were proud to turn their science work into artwork.\r\n \r\nWhen students first saw the materials, they were very interested and excited to begin. The owl pellets immediately grabbed their attention, and students stayed engaged throughout both lessons. Students will continue learning about food chains and ecosystems in science, using the owl pellets as a real-world example. In art class, they will keep practicing observation and drawing skills with new still life subjects. This project helped students see how science and art can work together and made learning more engaging and memorable.","fullyFundedDate":1762265209265,"projectUrl":"project/pellets-to-paintings-exploring-nature/9698804/","projectTitle":"Pellets to Paintings : Exploring Nature Through Science and Art.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nelsen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8524542"},{"teacherId":9222353,"projectId":9724537,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting educators like me. I cannot express how much this impacts students - to have new books to take home and read, to have hands-on science activities in reading class, to break down barriers and build new ways to read. Building upon background knowledge is integral to be able to read critically.\r\n\r\nWhen I handed out the books to my students the questions came tumbling out: \r\n\r\n- Do we have to do a report?\r\n- Will there be a test?\r\n- Are you choosing my book?\r\n- What will we have to do with it?\r\n\r\n\r\nThey were shocked to find out that I was laying out all of the books - letting them walk around and choose their own and not assigning one single thing except read a bit every day. I trust you. So far, three kids have turned in their book and asked for a new one to continue reading daily.","fullyFundedDate":1759409108393,"projectUrl":"project/advancing-stem-literacy-through-reading/9724537/","projectTitle":"Advancing STEM Literacy through Reading and Gardening","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. T","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9222353_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y176&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694181335214","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-tahmosh"},{"teacherId":8903029,"projectId":9605766,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous support of our recent DonorsChoose project, Mythical Adventure Novels Thanks to you, Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson & the Olympians series arrived in our classroom this week.\r\nThese novels are the perfect complement to our upcoming 6th-grade World History unit on Ancient Greece. By pairing Riordan's engaging storytelling with our study of Greek mythology, geography, government, and culture, students will develop a deeper and more memorable understanding of the classical world. Already, the excitement is palpable: students who rarely volunteer are eagerly discussing characters, debating the attributes of the Olympian gods, and making meaningful connections between the myths and historical events.\r\nYour donation has provided far more than books—it has supplied inspiration, sparked curiosity, and created an authentic entry point into a civilization that can sometimes feel distant to middle-school learners. Because of your kindness, every student in 6B now has their own copy to read, annotate, and cherish throughout the unit and beyond.\r\nOn behalf of my students and our entire school community, thank you for investing in their education and for helping make history come alive in such a dynamic way. We promise to share photos of our Greek mythology projects and dress-up day in December as a small token of our appreciation.\r\nWith sincere appreciation and warmest regards,","fullyFundedDate":1755867447225,"projectUrl":"project/mythical-adventures-building-a-dynamic-c/9605766/","projectTitle":"Mythical Adventures Building a Dynamic Classroom Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Mason","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8903029"},{"teacherId":8621298,"projectId":9689776,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for your generosity in helping fund a color printer for our class. It has been instrumental in making learning more meaningful and accessible for our students. For example, just today we used it to print full color reference maps of Earth's twelve climate zones. With your help, we were able to put that map in the hands of the students and not just on a glowing screen at the front of the room. Tactile learners and those with reduced vision were especially grateful. \r\n\r\nWe've also been able to print class photos and hang them in the room! We are going to be making digital posters about protecting Earth's biomes next and we are looking forward to using the printer to create 3D bathymetry maps next quarter as explore ocean floor topography. \r\n\r\nThank you again and again, over and over. had no idea what a game changer a color printer could be in a classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1757423437966,"projectUrl":"project/cosmic-colors-classroom-connections-pr/9689776/","projectTitle":"Cosmic Colors, Classroom Connections: Printing Science in Full Spectrum","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ferguson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8621298_orig.jpg?crop=574,574,x88,y63&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660504867121","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ferguscience"},{"teacherId":8670813,"projectId":9444886,"letterContent":"Starting a new school year means creating a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment for every student who walks through my door. Your support for this project will provide essential classroom startup supplies and materials that many students cannot bring from home but absolutely need to learn, create, and thrive.\r\n\r\nWith your help, my classroom will be stocked with the basics that make meaningful learning possible: organization tools to keep students focused, writing and art supplies that spark creativity, and resources that help build strong academic foundations from day one. These materials ensure that all students regardless of background begin the year on equal footing and feel valued, prepared, and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nYour donation does more than provide supplies; it creates opportunities. It builds confidence in students who may otherwise feel left behind, and it empowers them to take ownership of their learning. Thank you for helping me build a classroom where curiosity is encouraged, community is strengthened, and every student has what they need to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1756377200234,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-takeoff/9444886/","projectTitle":"Supplies For Takeoff","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Howard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8670813_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752501742039","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8670813"},{"teacherId":8696083,"projectId":9700605,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to our class! We have used the cubbies to story all of our games and books in one location. It is so convenient because the cubbies are on rollers, making them easy to move if I want to change the class arrangement. The earbuds are always a necessity for computer-based assignments and the tracer machines units will help us create amazing projects.\r\n\r\nWhen the kids saw me opening the packages, they were so excited! Some kids helped me assemble the cubbies and then organize and fill the cubbies. There are some students who would prefer not to share earphones. These kids were so appreciative of having their own earbuds in a labeled \"treasure box\" to access during class. \r\n\r\nWe are just about to start American symbols, pulling iconic images from history and discussing the meaning and impacts of these symbols. I have students currently using the tracers to create the \"Join or Die\" snake drawn by Benjamin Franklin. Students will be drawing and analyzing the symbolism of flags, coins and posters of the Early American Era.","fullyFundedDate":1758630520687,"projectUrl":"project/essentials-extenders-engagers/9700605/","projectTitle":"Essentials, Extenders, Engagers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Craft","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8696083_orig.jpg?crop=900,900,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692368550767","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8696083"},{"teacherId":8719785,"projectId":9668878,"letterContent":"Our new classroom printer has already made a huge difference in how my students learn and interact with their work. In a world where most technology feels \"on a screen,\" having the ability to quickly print worksheets, lab sheets, graphic organizers, and color visuals has given my 6th graders something they can hold, highlight, annotate, and truly make their own. This has especially helped my students who struggle with digital-only learning—they're now able to follow along more confidently and stay engaged during lessons.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for students has been the ownership it gives them. They love being able to print their final copies of projects, science reports, and even classroom certificates. Something as simple as seeing their work in color, printed neatly and on real paper, has boosted their pride and encouraged higher-quality effort. A few students who are normally quiet in class have started asking if they can print their drafts to revise them—something they never showed interest in before.\r\n\r\nOne student in particular, who often shuts down during writing tasks online, now lights up when she gets to pick up her printed work and physically organize her ideas. The printer may seem like a small tool, but in our classroom, it has become a bridge between ideas and finished products. Thank you for giving my students the chance to see their hard work come to life in a tangible, confidence-building way.","fullyFundedDate":1756839993373,"projectUrl":"project/exceptional-student-resource-center/9668878/","projectTitle":"Exceptional Student Resource Center","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lear","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8719785_orig.png?crop=369,370,x0,y76&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692983738583","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8719785"},{"teacherId":8510898,"projectId":9738683,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a few minutes to sincerely thank you for all of your donations, and support to have this grant funded. We've had our LiveSchool (PBIS) program since the beginning of last school year and I wanted to find a way that we (School Counselors) could be involved. We had the idea of setting up a small \"school store\" cart that students could redeem their earned points for items they want such as fidgets, candy, chips, etc. This was a great way to teach students how to manage their points, delay instant gratification (if they didn't have enough points for something they wanted), and get to know the students on another level, rather than just visiting us in the counseling lobby. \r\n\r\nWe were able to implement this idea immediately and just last week we were able to add the items that were donated to us from this grant. So many items were donated that we set up the cart and two tables outside in our courtyard during students lunches. I wish I could show the excitement on their faces as they were thrilled to have more options to choose from. This project has grown into something that they look forward to every week and we hope to continue to be able to grow throughout this year and next school year. Thank you again for all of your kindness and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1760119659146,"projectUrl":"project/fidgets-and-sensory-tools-galore/9738683/","projectTitle":"Fidgets and Sensory Tools Galore!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Masoud","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8510898"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_67366","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":747,"numTeachers":45,"percentFrplEligible":41,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":4,"percentWhite":56,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":27,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"16.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":86.2,"schoolId":67366,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Sarasota School - Arts & Science on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Sarasota School - Arts & Science","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/florida/sarasota-county-school-district/sarasota-school-arts-science/67366"}