{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kozminski Community Academy","outOfStateSupporters":40.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6618884,"projectId":10416502,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Let's Have Fun in 3rd Grade\" project! Your generosity has brought so much joy, motivation, and hands-on creativity into our classroom.\r\nThe variety of materials funded through this project—ranging from creative supplies to reward incentives—has made a wonderful difference in our daily routines:\r\n * Incentivizing Positive Behavior & Attendance: The mini plush keychains, mochi squishies, lollipops, and scratch-and-sniff bookmarks have transformed our classroom store and treasure chest. Students are incredibly motivated to demonstrate kindness, stay focused on their learning targets, and take ownership of their behavior to earn these fun incentives.\r\n * Hands-On & Tactile Learning: The Play-Doh modeling compound and bulk Crayola classpack give students vibrant tools for tactile learning. Whether building 3D shapes during math centers, sculpting representations for science concepts, or creating art projects, these materials allow students to express their understanding in creative, engaging ways.\r\n * Fostering a Joyful Community: Having these shared supplies makes school feel like a welcoming, fun, and supportive space where hard work is celebrated and learning feels like an adventure every day.\r\nYour kindness has helped create an environment where my 3rd graders feel valued, excited, and eager to come to school ready to learn. Thank you for bringing so many smiles to our room!","fullyFundedDate":1787664869264,"projectUrl":"project/lets-have-fun-in-3rd-grade/10416502/","projectTitle":"Let's Have Fun in 3rd Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6618884_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565565056221","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6618884"},{"teacherId":6618884,"projectId":10423274,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support! The resources provided through the \"Math Masters\" project have made an incredible impact on our daily learning environment and academic progress in 3rd grade.\r\n\r\nHaving dedicated math materials and classroom supports right at our students' fingertips has elevated our math instruction and daily routines in several meaningful ways:\r\n\r\nDaily Math Tools & Independence: The 4-pocket math resource folders and reference desktop nameplates (featuring multiplication charts, fractions, cursive reference, and number lines) give students immediate access to essential math tools. They no longer have to wait for help during independent practice—they can easily look at their desk reference tags to double-check multiplication facts or visualize fractions, building both confidence and self-reliance. Organization & Focus: The multi-pocket math folders help students keep their work, practice sheets, and reference materials organized. This reduces transition times between activities and allows students to devote more time and energy directly to solving problems and practicing skills. A Warm & Inspiring Environment: The additional supportive classroom touches—like our clear expectations poster and bright classroom decor—create an inviting, positive atmosphere where students feel safe taking risks, asking questions, and celebrating their progress in math. \r\n\r\nYour support has given my students the tools and confidence they need to truly feel like \"Math Masters\" every day. Thank you for investing in our classroom community and helping our young learners thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1787664863122,"projectUrl":"project/math-masters/10423274/","projectTitle":"Math Masters","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6618884_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565565056221","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6618884"},{"teacherId":6618884,"projectId":10432307,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support! The addition of the new rainbow sheer curtains has brought so much light, color, and warmth into our 3rd-grade classroom.\r\nThese colorful panels have truly transformed our learning environment in several key ways:\r\n * A Welcoming, Joyful Environment: The bright colors instantly brighten up the room, turning our classroom into a vibrant and inviting space where students feel happy, comfortable, and excited to learn each day.\r\n * Softening the Space: The sheer fabric lets in wonderful natural light while softening harsh glare, creating a calm, soothing ambiance that makes it easier for students to focus during quiet reading and independent work times.\r\n * Creating Distinct Learning Zones: We've used these colorful drapes to frame key areas of our room—like our reading nook and gathering spaces—making the classroom feel intentional, cozy, and homey.\r\nYour generosity has helped turn our classroom into a colorful, inspiring sanctuary for learning. Thank you for making a difference for my students!\r\nWith sincere gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1787664833988,"projectUrl":"project/rainbow-curtains/10432307/","projectTitle":"Rainbow Curtains","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6618884_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565565056221","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6618884"},{"teacherId":6618884,"projectId":10416410,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support! The addition of our new classroom rug has made a transformative difference in our 3rd-grade classroom.\r\nBefore having this designated space, gather-and-read activities or group discussions often lacked a defined central hub. Now, our new rug serves as the vibrant, welcoming heart of our room. It has completely elevated our daily routine in several key ways:\r\n * Community & Collaboration: The rug provides a dedicated spot for our morning meetings, read-alouds, and group discussions. It gives every student a comfortable, cozy place to sit, encouraging them to listen, share ideas, and connect with their peers in a warm and inclusive setting.\r\n * Focus & Organization: Having a defined gathering area helps structure our transitions throughout the day. Students know exactly where to go when it's time for mini-lessons or group instruction, which minimizes distractions and keeps everyone engaged and focused on learning.\r\n * A Cozy Learning Environment: Beyond its functional benefits, the rug has added so much color and warmth to our classroom atmosphere. It creates a flexible seating option where students love to sprawl out with a good book during independent reading time or work together on collaborative group projects.\r\nYour support has truly helped transform our classroom into a cozy, structured, and inspiring place for my students to learn and grow every day. Thank you again for making this possible for our classroom community!\r\nWith sincere gratitude,\r\nMs. Miller\r\n3rd Grade Teacher","fullyFundedDate":1787664878191,"projectUrl":"project/rug-for-third-grade/10416410/","projectTitle":"Rug For Third Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6618884_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565565056221","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6618884"},{"teacherId":6618884,"projectId":10294261,"letterContent":"Donating these items directly improves student comfort, daily readiness, and classroom health.\r\n * 4 Stadium/Floor Seats: Provides flexible, ergonomic floor seating options. This helps students who focus better outside of traditional desks or during group reading, floor activities, and circle time.\r\n * 576 Pre-Sharpened #2 Pencils: Eliminates a major daily distraction by ensuring every student has basic writing utensils ready to use immediately, saving valuable instruction time otherwise spent sharpening pencils or searching for supplies.\r\n * Lysol Disinfecting Wipes Bundle: Helps maintain a clean, sanitized learning environment, reducing the spread of germs, sick days, and student absenteeism throughout the school year.","fullyFundedDate":1785196675496,"projectUrl":"project/comfy-seats-for-students/10294261/","projectTitle":"Comfy Seats for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6618884_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565565056221","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6618884"},{"teacherId":6618884,"projectId":10375901,"letterContent":"Receiving these items directly addresses core daily instructional needs in a third-grade classroom by supporting digital learning, independent focus, and basic academic readiness.\r\n * Enhanced Digital Learning & Focus (Konohan Headphones): Having a dedicated set of 64 headphones ensures every student can actively participate in personalized digital programs (such as i-Ready, reading practice, or instructional videos) without auditory distractions or sound bleed across the room. It allows students to focus on audio-supported instruction at their own pace while maintaining a quiet learning environment.\r\n * Instructional Readiness & Efficiency (Enday #2 Pre-Sharpened Pencils): A bulk supply of 300 pre-sharpened pencils eliminates time wasted during transitions or instructional periods spent at the pencil sharpener. Ensuring every child immediately has a working writing tool keeps lessons moving smoothly and removes a common barrier to written tasks, tests, and independent seatwork.\r\n * Equity & Reduced Stress: Providing these basic tools ensures no student feels singled out or left behind for lacking supplies, creating a supportive, well-equipped classroom environment where every learner has equal access to learning tools.","fullyFundedDate":1784036439350,"projectUrl":"project/i-can-hear-you/10375901/","projectTitle":"I Can Hear You!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6618884_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565565056221","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6618884"},{"teacherId":4837865,"projectId":10417482,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting \"Super Scientists Are Super Clean\"! Middle schoolers are notoriously germy, but your generosity equips our classroom with hand sanitizer, wipes, and Kleenex to keep everyone healthy. Healthy students attend more school, and attending more school means more learning! Cleaning up after our science experiments creates a well-run classroom where my students feel motivated to try their best every day. Science is the foundation of STEAM, and your gift ensures our future thinkers can explore safely. Thank you for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1785804792120,"projectUrl":"project/super-scientists-are-super-clean/10417482/","projectTitle":"Super Scientists Are Super Clean","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4837865_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506607521991","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4837865"},{"teacherId":4837865,"projectId":9901189,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to \"Microscopes: So Fresh and So Clean\"! We were gifted seven fabulous old, but unused, microscopes. After sitting in a basement for a long time, they desperately needed a deep clean.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, we now have the microfiber cloths, alcohol, cotton swabs, lens paper, and compressed air to clean the bases and lenses. My students are so excited to clean our \"new\" microscopes and start examining stuff like salt and sugar up close!\r\n\r\nThank you for your kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1763602368511,"projectUrl":"project/microscopes-so-fresh-and-so-clean/9901189/","projectTitle":"Microscopes: So Fresh and So Clean","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4837865_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506607521991","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4837865"},{"teacherId":4837865,"projectId":9868995,"letterContent":"YAY! Thank you so much for bringing \"Healthy Mistakes Friendly Mathematics\" to life! The wipes and Kleenex will keep my students healthy and in school during cold and flu season so they do not fall behind.\r\n\r\nThe whiteboards and markers allow my students to practice calculations and graphing before committing ideas to paper. Erasing mistakes easily alleviates the apprehension they often feel about math in science class.\r\n\r\nMy students are going to love using their whiteboards in a clean, germ-free space. We are very grateful for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1762221520941,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-mistakes-friendly-mathematics/9868995/","projectTitle":"Healthy Mistakes Friendly Mathematics!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4837865_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506607521991","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4837865"},{"teacherId":4837865,"projectId":9235489,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our \"Clean and organized\" project! Middle schoolers are active and germy, so supplies like Kleenex, hand sanitizer, and wipes keep my students healthy. Healthy students attend school more often, and attending school means learning more!\r\n\r\nThe folders help my students keep up with their papers as their growing brains learn to manage school. A clean and organized space is the foundation of a well-run classroom. Now I can focus on teaching, and my students can get down to learning. Thank you for helping us all thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1743975045199,"projectUrl":"project/clean-organized/9235489/","projectTitle":"Clean & Organized","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4837865_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506607521991","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4837865"},{"teacherId":4837865,"projectId":8748533,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our \"Close the STEAM Gap\" project! Thanks to your generosity, my Title I middle schoolers are getting a rare, hands-on chance to learn electronic circuits while expressing their unique creativity.\r\n\r\nUsing copper tape, LED stickers, and fabric patches, my students are building interactive paper circuits. This project blends essential logic with artistic design, bringing science standards to life in a way that truly captivates young minds.\r\n\r\nYou provided a STEAM opportunity my students would not have had otherwise. Thank you for believing in our future innovators!","fullyFundedDate":1726493919879,"projectUrl":"project/close-the-steam-gap-electronic-circuits/8748533/","projectTitle":"Close The STEAM Gap: Electronic Circuits for Middle School!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4837865_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506607521991","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4837865"},{"teacherId":4837865,"projectId":8624997,"letterContent":"On behalf of my middle school students, I want to extend a HUGE, heartfelt thank you to all of our incredible donors and to United Airlines! We did it! Our project, \"We Inside Learning Science,\" is officially fully funded. Knowing that you have chosen to invest in our classroom and support our young scholars fills my heart with immense joy, excitement, and deep gratitude.\r\nSetting the Stage for Future STEM Careers\r\nMiddle school is a pivotal, transformative time in a young person's education. It is the exact moment when natural curiosity can be sparked into a lifelong passion for scientific discovery. This year, I have the privilege of introducing my energetic middle schoolers to mind-expanding science topics, including dynamic chemical reactions, the complexities of the earth's changing climate, and the fascinating mechanisms of natural selection.\r\nCapturing their imagination during these middle school years sets them up for long-term academic achievement and opens doors to future careers in STEM fields. My goal is to show them that science is not just something printed in a textbook, but an active, living way of exploring the world.\r\nClean, Safe, and Ready to SOAR\r\nNow that we are INSIDE the physical classroom together, hands-on learning is at the heart of everything we do. But as any science teacher will tell you: learning science can get messy! Whether we are mixing chemical solutions, building physical models, or investigating natural phenomena, active learning requires a well-maintained space.\r\nThanks to your amazing generosity, our classroom will have an abundance of essential cleaning supplies, including:\r\nSoap and Hand Sanitizer: Keeping hands clean, safe, and germ-free after interactive lab activities.\r\nSurface Wipes: Thoroughly disinfecting lab tables and shared materials between class periods.\r\nPaper Towels: Quickly cleaning up accidental spills so our investigations never miss a beat.\r\nHaving these materials ensures a clean, safe, and beautifully organized classroom environment. When students enter a pristine, structured space, they feel valued, focused, and empowered to SOAR academically every day!\r\nPowering Individualized Learning and Simulations\r\nIn addition to our hands-on lab experiments, digital technology plays a crucial role in modern science education. Through our Chromebooks, students engage in interactive computer simulations that allow them to visualize molecular structures, model climate patterns, and test evolutionary scenarios in real time.\r\nHowever, digital learning requires the proper tools. Headphones are indispensable for allowing students to focus on individualized lessons, audio instruction, and simulations at their own pace without distracting their peers. Because headphones break easily during daily middle school use, having extra sets on hand is an absolute game-changer. Thanks to you, every child will have access to reliable audio technology every day.\r\nFrom the Bottom of My Heart\r\nPlease know that with your generous help, our classroom will truly thrive this year. Your kindness provides far more than physical supplies; it sends a powerful message to my students that their education and their futures matter. You have given us the foundation we need to keep our learning space clean, organized, and focused on discovery.\r\nThank you once again to our wonderful donors and United Airlines for making this vision a reality. We are so excited to launch into an incredible year of science!","fullyFundedDate":1723992179493,"projectUrl":"project/we-inside-learning-science/8624997/","projectTitle":"We Inside Learning Science!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4837865_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506607521991","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4837865"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_5539","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":274,"numTeachers":14,"percentFrplEligible":79,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":72,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":17,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":1,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"19.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":59.7,"schoolId":5539,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Kozminski Community Academy on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Kozminski Community Academy","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/illinois/chicago-public-school-district-299/kozminski-community-academy/5539"}