{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Wynnton Arts Academy","outOfStateSupporters":69.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9773652,"projectId":9757495,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our 5th graders' bus stop beautification project. Your support is making it possible for students to engage in meaningful, hands-on learning as they work through the STEAM process to redesign a real part of their community. Because of you, students are learning how to problem-solve, collaborate, and think creatively while seeing how their ideas can make a lasting difference.\r\n\r\nThis project goes beyond improving a physical space—it empowers students to take pride in their community and recognize their ability to create positive change. Your contribution is helping transform the bus stop into a safer, more welcoming environment while giving students an authentic learning experience they will remember long after the project is complete. Thank you for believing in our students and supporting their growth as learners and community leaders.","fullyFundedDate":1758803384078,"projectUrl":"project/the-better-bus-stop-project/9757495/","projectTitle":"The Better Bus Stop Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brendel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9773652_orig.png?crop=526,526,x132,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727047438530","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9773652"},{"teacherId":1529727,"projectId":9669654,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations to my classroom! The strings you funded allowed me to replaced old and broken ones so that each violin is working properly.\r\n\r\nShoulder rests are an essential accessory for playing the violin, but we did not have enough for each student. We have been using sponges rubber-banded to the violins as a substitute until we could get shoulder rests, but they do not give them same kind of support.\r\n\r\nWhen we were able to play with the shoulder rests for the first time, my students were amazed at how much easier it was to hold the violin in the correct posture. The violin didn't slip off their shoulders any more, and it reduced the tension in their shoulders created by trying to hold in without the shoulder rests. This is the exact boost my students need to take our program to the next level and bring the arts into more students lives!","fullyFundedDate":1760693612231,"projectUrl":"project/strings-and-things/9669654/","projectTitle":"Strings and Things","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moody","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1529727_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1558294393263","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-moody"},{"teacherId":1529727,"projectId":9498121,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations to my classroom! The strings you funded allowed me to replaced old and broken ones so that each violin is working properly. \r\n\r\nShoulder rests are an essential accessory for playing the violin, but we did not have enough for each student. We have been using sponges rubber-banded to the violins as a substitute until we could get shoulder rests, but they do not give them same kind of support.\r\n\r\nWhen we were able to play with the shoulder rests for the first time, my students were amazed at how much easier it was to hold the violin in the correct posture. The violin didn't slip off their shoulders any more, and it reduced the tension in their shoulders created by trying to hold in without the shoulder rests. This is the exact boost my students need to take our program to the next level and bring the arts into more students lives!","fullyFundedDate":1756486655824,"projectUrl":"project/strings-and-things/9498121/","projectTitle":"Strings and Things","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moody","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1529727_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1558294393263","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-moody"},{"teacherId":1529727,"projectId":9467739,"letterContent":"I can't fully express my joy, excitement, and thanks for your donation to my project. It is great to see that you share my vision for reaching children through music. Schools that integrate the arts tend to have better attendance and higher test scores.\r\n\r\nThe bows and strings that you have funded will enable us to get some of our older cellos in working order. String instruments can last a lifetime, with regular maintenance. This includes changing out the strings to help the instrument stay in tune and produce a good tone. Bows wear out over time and lose their hair. The replacement bow will enable another student to perform with confidence. \r\n\r\nThank you again. I couldn't do my job without support from donors like you!","fullyFundedDate":1753227509723,"projectUrl":"project/bring-new-life-to-our-old-cellos/9467739/","projectTitle":"Bring New Life to Our Old Cellos","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moody","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1529727_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1558294393263","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-moody"},{"teacherId":1529727,"projectId":9467703,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to my classroom. It is great to see that you share a love for the arts and understand what an important role music has in a child's education.\r\n\r\nMy students were so excited to receive the new cello strings. Before some of the students were playing on a old strings that would not stay in tune or make a good sound. The new strings ring and are birghter. It's easier for the students to sound their absolute best without old equipment holding them back.\r\n\r\nMy students are reenergized and excited about playing their instruments. It is amazing what having instruments in working order can do. This is the exact boost my students need to foster confidence and keep them on the road to success.","fullyFundedDate":1754623873100,"projectUrl":"project/strings-attached/9467703/","projectTitle":"Strings Attached","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moody","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1529727_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1558294393263","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-moody"},{"teacherId":1529727,"projectId":9362760,"letterContent":"I can't fully express my joy, excitement, and thanks for your donation to my project. It is great to see that you share my vision for reaching children through music. For some students, orchestra is the reason they are excited to get up and come to school each morning.\r\n\r\nThe stand rack that you funded has transformed our classroom. Now that all the extra stands just needed for performances are on rack, we have more floor space to spread out into. It keeps our classroom tidy and gives us more space so we can offer orchestra to a larger number of students. It also makes tranporting the stands from our classroom to the auditorium or other performance venue so easy.\r\n\r\nThank you again. I couldn't do my job without support from donors like you!","fullyFundedDate":1752586463499,"projectUrl":"project/more-music-less-labor/9362760/","projectTitle":"More Music Less Labor","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moody","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1529727_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1558294393263","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-moody"},{"teacherId":1529727,"projectId":9498036,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to my classroom. It is great to see that you share a love for the arts and understand what an important role music has in a child's education.\r\n\r\nMy students were so excited to receive our new double bass bows. It was amazing to hear the difference in the sound they make. The students weren't having to force the sound to come out, with hardly an effort the basses were able to speak. It's made our whole orchesstra sound better because it's balanced between the high and low sounds now. \r\n\r\nMy students are no longer frustrated trying to play on bad equipment. They are reenergized and excited about playing their instruments. It is amazing what having instruments in working order can do. This is the exact boost my students need to foster confidence and keep them on the road to success.","fullyFundedDate":1754334358785,"projectUrl":"project/bass-ically-speaking/9498036/","projectTitle":"Bass-ically Speaking","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moody","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1529727_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1558294393263","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-moody"},{"teacherId":9773652,"projectId":9216965,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for your generous donation toward our flexible seating in the classroom. The addition of comfortable seating options has truly transformed our learning environment. Students are now able to choose the seating that works best for them—whether they need to move a little while thinking or find a cozy spot to focus. This flexibility has noticeably improved engagement and focus, allowing students to dive into their work with greater energy and attention.\r\n\r\nThe excitement was undeniable when the students walked in and saw the new seating for the first time! Smiles spread across the room as they explored their choices, swapping spots and testing out the wobble bubbles or cushions. They couldn't wait to settle in and get started on their activities. Your support has not only provided furniture but also a boost of motivation, joy, and ownership over their learning space. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom—you've helped create a place where students feel comfortable, focused, and ready to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1746207516948,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seats-flexible-minds/9216965/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seats, Flexible Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brendel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9773652_orig.png?crop=526,526,x132,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727047438530","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9773652"},{"teacherId":1529727,"projectId":8868778,"letterContent":"The elementary school I teach at is the only one in our district that offers orchestra. Our 5th grade students get a chance to learn the play violin. This is funded only through donations of community members, school alumni, and gracious people like you! Every violin, bow, shoulder rest, music book, chair, and music stand has come from a donation. \r\n\r\nThe cases you funded will protect our instruments so that students can continue learning on them for years to come! Thanks to having the cases, my students were able to attend the Beginning Orchestra Festival this year where they performed with all of the beginning orchestra students throughout the district (6th graders). My 5th graders were so excited to play with the middle schoolers and see what orchestra would be like next year. \r\n\r\nThank you again. I couldn't do my job without support from donors like you!","fullyFundedDate":1738758632636,"projectUrl":"project/violin-case-closed/8868778/","projectTitle":"(Violin) Case Closed","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moody","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1529727_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1558294393263","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-moody"},{"teacherId":2229348,"projectId":8983717,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our students now have access to exciting, hands-on learning tools that are transforming their understanding of science and the environment. The microscope and microscope kit have opened a microscopic world that many students had never seen before. They've been captivated examining soil samples and leaf structures from our pollination garden, making detailed observations and comparisons. The Rapitest Digital Soil Thermometer and pH Tester have empowered students to collect real-time data on our garden's health, leading to rich discussions about soil quality and plant needs. The measuring wheel has been essential in our math-integrated projects—students are using it to map areas of our outdoor walking trail. And the pollination wands are giving students the chance to take on the role of pollinators, helping them understand the vital connections between plants and pollinators firsthand.\r\n\r\nOne powerful moment came during a recent experiment when a student discovered tiny soil-dwelling organisms through the microscope and exclaimed, \"It's like a hidden world down there!\" That sense of wonder has sparked deeper inquiry. Currently, students are working on a project to determine which garden bed has the healthiest conditions for new native plants. Using all the tools—testing pH, measuring light and space, and documenting findings—they're drawing conclusions about what plants need to thrive. Next, students will present their findings and propose data-driven recommendations for improving our garden. Your donation has not only provided tools, but also inspired confidence, curiosity, and scientific thinking in young learners.","fullyFundedDate":1739141331669,"projectUrl":"project/micro-to-macro-exploring-soil-science/8983717/","projectTitle":"\"Micro to Macro: Exploring Soil Science and Pollination Wonders\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Potteiger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2229348_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1498686254732","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dpotteiger"},{"teacherId":2229348,"projectId":8949060,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our hydroponics system, seeds, and gardening tools! Our students have been truly amazed by this hands-on learning experience.\r\n\r\nWhen they first saw the hydroponics system in action, their excitement was contagious! They were fascinated by the idea of growing plants without soil and eagerly made predictions about what would happen next. One memorable moment was when they spotted the very first sprout—it sparked a great discussion about plant needs and growth cycles.\r\n\r\nRight now, students are tracking growth patterns of different types of vegetables, and measuring plant height. Our next steps include experimenting with different variables, such as light and nutrients, to see how they affect plant growth. We also plan to harvest and taste our crops, connecting this experience to lessons on nutrition and sustainability.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made this meaningful learning possible. Thank you for helping us cultivate curiosity and a love for science!","fullyFundedDate":1732137176510,"projectUrl":"project/growing-minds-exploring-science-through/8949060/","projectTitle":"Growing Minds: Exploring Science Through Hydroponics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Potteiger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2229348_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1498686254732","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dpotteiger"},{"teacherId":2229348,"projectId":8957052,"letterContent":"Our students are enthusiastically incorporating the worm farm and composting bin into their STEAM learning. One standout project involves observing the decomposition process by adding different organic materials to the compost bin and tracking how quickly they break down. The students are also using this data to explore how worms enhance soil quality by creating worm castings, a nutrient-rich fertilizer. The project ties into our science and math standards by having students measure changes in weight and volume of the composted material, as well as charting the data over time.\r\n\r\nWhen the worm farm and compost bin were unveiled, the room buzzed with excitement (and squeals!). The students were fascinated to see live worms up close and asked countless questions, from \"How many worms are there?\" to \"What do they eat?\" One student exclaimed, \"This is the coolest science experiment ever!\" Their genuine curiosity has turned into enthusiasm for hands-on learning!\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, students will test the compost on plants in our pollination garden and hydroponics system to compare growth rates between plants with and without compost-enhanced soil. They'll also design experiments to identify which types of organic matter decompose fastest. 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