{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"James Stephens International Academy","outOfStateSupporters":40.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4944150,"projectId":9810872,"letterContent":"I cannot express my gratitude enough for your support! Having the hydroponic gardens in the STEM Labs have brought my students so much joy! Every time they arrive, they check the growth of the plants. \r\nYesterday, a second grade class and a kindergarten class were able to eat lettuce that was literally picked moments before they put it in their mouth. Young children are not always known for liking vegetables, but every student (except for one, who admitted he wasn't a fan) gave the lettuce a thumbs up. By allowing the students to witness the growth from seed to table, they are developing an appreciation for fresh produce. \r\nIn addition, I've planted seeds in pots at the same time that I planted them in the hydroponic garden. My students are able to watch a live experiment of which seeds grow better in soil versus water. Not only is this a great lesson about the scientific method and how to conduct an experiment, but they are able to visibly see that they plants grow better in the water. Who knows, one of these children may grow up to solve the problem of food deserts, using hydroponics, all thanks to you and your support!","fullyFundedDate":1766893651975,"projectUrl":"project/from-seed-to-table-science/9810872/","projectTitle":"From Seed to Table Science","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reinke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4944150_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727384024116","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rachel-reinke"},{"teacherId":4944150,"projectId":9864345,"letterContent":"I cannot express to you how incredibly grateful I am for your support! Teaching socially functioning classes at all ages in elementary schools can be challenging while using trying to use the traditional supplies that I have in my class. Thanks to your generosity, I've seen my students blossom in the STEM Lab! \r\nOne day I was working with one of my first grade girls using the LCD tablets. She suggested that we write notes to each other back and forth. Although I wasn't able to read all of her writing, I did see a lot of hearts and when she read it to me, it brought tears to my eyes. \r\nThe bubble tubes have been a huge hit! I have a sensitive, quiet student who used to sit off in the corner of the room. Now, most mornings he comes to my classroom to say hi and watch the fish in the bubble tubes before he starts his day in his classroom. What a gift!\r\nThank you again for allowing ALL of my students to be successful in my STEM Lab!","fullyFundedDate":1764362806283,"projectUrl":"project/socially-functional-stem-success/9864345/","projectTitle":"Socially Functional STEM Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reinke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4944150_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727384024116","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rachel-reinke"},{"teacherId":10242616,"projectId":9698509,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in funding classroom mailboxes for our students. Your kindness has helped create an organized and efficient system that supports daily classroom routines and student responsibility. The mailboxes have quickly become an essential part of our classroom community.\r\n\r\nWith this new resource, students are able to independently manage papers, notes, and assignments, building important organizational skills and a sense of ownership. Transitions are smoother, communication is clearer, and students take pride in checking their mailboxes each day. This simple tool has made a meaningful difference in both student independence and classroom flow.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your commitment to supporting learning and classroom success. Your generosity has had a positive and lasting impact on our students, and we appreciate your support more than words can express. Thank you for helping make our classroom a more organized and empowering place to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1758121063766,"projectUrl":"project/the-classroom-post-office/9698509/","projectTitle":"The Classroom Post Office","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rivera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10242616_orig.jpg?crop=830,830,x321,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757027953265","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10242616"},{"teacherId":10242616,"projectId":9685174,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our flexible seating project. Because of your kindness, our 3rd graders now have access to seating options that meet their individual learning needs and help them feel more comfortable, confident, and engaged in the classroom. Your investment has already made a noticeable difference in how students approach their work and interact with one another.\r\n\r\nFlexible seating has empowered students to take ownership of their learning by choosing spaces that help them focus, collaborate, and stay motivated. We've seen increased attention, improved behavior, and a more inclusive classroom environment where all learners can thrive. Most importantly, students feel valued knowing that others believe in their success.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your commitment to education and for making this meaningful opportunity possible. Your support has had a lasting impact on our classroom community, and our students will benefit from it every day. Thank you for helping us create a more dynamic and supportive learning space for our 3rd graders.","fullyFundedDate":1757364230957,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-todays-learner/9685174/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for Today's Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rivera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10242616_orig.jpg?crop=830,830,x321,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757027953265","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10242616"},{"teacherId":10237180,"projectId":9985988,"letterContent":"Your donation helps James Stephens Elementary School provide snacks and treats that they may not have at home due to budgetary constraints. These students are offered incentives during the ELA and Math blocks. These students are also excited to receive a treat bag at the end of the week to take home. These treats also help prevent hunger when the students are not at school. Often our children do not have enough to eat over the weekend. Your giving offers the school resources to backpack home goodies.\r\n\r\nThe students are excited!!! They love having the opportunity to earn \"sweet treats\" to take home. They are willing to work hard and step outside of their comfort zone in order to have a backpack bag on Friday.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to increase timely attendance and daily attendance in order that the student has every opportunity to earn the backpack bag on Friday. With your donation you have helped to spark a new level of excitement for learning and for that I thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1768592637146,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-smiles/9985988/","projectTitle":"Sweet Smiles","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Hunter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10237180"},{"teacherId":588270,"projectId":9678019,"letterContent":"This was such a fun project!! My students really enjoyed thinking about and creating their pumpkins. Some students took the time to plan out how they wanted their pumpkin look and others just simply went for it. \r\n\r\nI gave each student a planning sheet and we discussed how they wanted them to look. Some students realized they had to plan for drying time and others just took a chance. The result was the same no matter what! Smiles and giggles and fun! We don't get alot of time to have fun together anymore so this was amazing to bond!\r\n\r\nThe kids loved this project and so did I!","fullyFundedDate":1758799633798,"projectUrl":"project/a-pumpkin-to-talk-about/9678019/","projectTitle":"A Pumpkin to Talk About","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pecore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/588270"},{"teacherId":10237180,"projectId":9673828,"letterContent":"I am pleased to share the positive outcomes of the recent Donors Choose project I implemented with my students at James Stephen's Elementary School. \r\nThe project involved grades K-3. The staff have been working on positive communication, we are working on building language skills, self-expression, and the ability for the littles to share feelings without hitting our friends because they feel frustrated. With the resources received, we were able to design engaging lessons that fostered hands-on learning.\r\nThroughout the project, students gained valuable skills such as problem solving, positive language skills, self-expression i.e. \"I feel statements\" the student's developed a deeper understanding of positive self-expression. The materials increased student interest, leading to increased student motivation and participation.\r\nThe feedback from students has been positive. The students shared that the project helped them with their \"words\".\r\nOverall, the support provided has had a meaningful impact on my students' educational experiences, and I am grateful for the opportunity to incorporate these valuable resources into our learning environment.\r\nThank you for your continued support and dedication to enhancing student education.","fullyFundedDate":1759518803195,"projectUrl":"project/because-we-can/9673828/","projectTitle":"Because We Can!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Hunter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10237180"},{"teacherId":4944150,"projectId":9516220,"letterContent":"Your generous donation has truly made my STEM lab a Living Learning experience for my students. One multiple occasions a day I hear gasps or cheers as they notice the plants growing in the window. When they enter my room, all of them check out Bubbles, our Betta fish, and tell him good morning. They were overjoyed to see that we now have a thermometer to monitor the water temperature and they think the new accessories for the tank have made him very happy. \r\nDuring center time, the stacking stones have become a favorite. We've had many a challenge, with even myself joining in, to see who can stack the stones the tallest. It's no easy feat, believe me. However, through this challenging activity, I can see my students gaining confidence and the ability to problem solve and persevere. \r\nThank you again for supporting my classroom! It truly takes a village!","fullyFundedDate":1761229173787,"projectUrl":"project/living-learning-in-the-lab/9516220/","projectTitle":"Living Learning in the Lab!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reinke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4944150_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727384024116","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rachel-reinke"},{"teacherId":4944150,"projectId":9596140,"letterContent":"I cannot begin to express how much your support has benefitted my students. The first thing the students do when they enter the STEM lab, is to look to the hydroponic garden to see how much the flowers and the herbs have grown. We are collecting data on a chart on the wall as to when the seeds were first put into the garden, when they sprouted, the length of the vines/stems, when the herbs were harvested, etc. It is truly an amazing sight to behold. \r\nAs a veteran teacher I do not think I've ever witnessed so much excitement from students. We're currently growing dill, basil, thyme, cilantro, parsley, rosemary and lettuce in my intermediate STEM lab. In my primary STEM lab, with my younger students, we're growing dwarf sunflowers, dahlias, petunias (with one vine reaching over four feet), marigolds, and cockscomb. Your support has inspired a love of gardening in countless students. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1756943255795,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-hydroponics/9596140/","projectTitle":"Hands on Hydroponics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reinke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4944150_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727384024116","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rachel-reinke"},{"teacherId":588270,"projectId":9269071,"letterContent":"Kleenex and Clorox are like gold at my school. Our parents are struggling to feed their kids every month, so they are unable to help provide extras to teachers. It was such a blessing to see the match for Kleenex. I was able to share tissues and Clorox with the other teachers at my school. They were so excited to start the year out with a healthy start!\r\n\r\nDonors like you make these projects come to life. I cannot say how helpful it is to get a donation and not to spend extra money. This project was a blessing to many!","fullyFundedDate":1753972415364,"projectUrl":"project/kleenex-and-clorox/9269071/","projectTitle":"Kleenex and Clorox!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pecore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/588270"},{"teacherId":588270,"projectId":9290743,"letterContent":"My school is located in a area that is low income. Our parents try their best, but are unable to provide some supplies for their student. As a teacher, I do not want any child to feel left out, so that financial burden is placed on me. Generous donors like you, help out with that. The joy that each child exhibits cannot be explained. They are so appreciative of the new supplies!\r\n\r\nThe whiteboards and erasers are taken care of so carefully. They love to solve math problems and show their work which is so important in 1st and 2nd grade. \r\n\r\nWe love using our numbers lines and pencils!","fullyFundedDate":1746490560212,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-success/9290743/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pecore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/588270"},{"teacherId":588270,"projectId":9268729,"letterContent":"You have no idea how much of an impact this project has had on our 1st and 2nd graders. I hope the pictures depict just how much! The students enjoyed a popcorn party, a movie party, a pizza party, and a glow dance! They had so much fun celebrating their reading. \r\n\r\nThe students could not wait until the next party and asked constantly how they could earn their way in. This year several students have already asked how the parties and when they are going to start. \r\n\r\nThank you for giving to my school and students.","fullyFundedDate":1746490786710,"projectUrl":"project/reading-rewards-take-5/9268729/","projectTitle":"Reading Rewards, Take 5","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pecore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/588270"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_46478","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":545,"numTeachers":39,"percentFrplEligible":74,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":45,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":46,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":59.8,"schoolId":46478,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about James Stephens International Academy on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"James Stephens International Academy","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/florida/the-school-district-of-lee-county/james-stephens-int-l-acad/46478"}