{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Perspectives IIT Math - Science Academy","outOfStateSupporters":44.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3009985,"projectId":9206371,"letterContent":"Our team is extremely grateful for the new resources we received. The equipment has already become an integral part of our practices. One memorable moment came when we introduced the materials during a structured skill development session. With the new gear, we were able to create stations for ball-handling, shooting, and agility drills that challenged each player in new ways. The practice was more engaging, efficient, and competitive, allowing our athletes to focus on building the fundamentals they need to succeed on the court.\r\n\r\nWhen our student-athletes first saw the equipment, their excitement was undeniable. Many of them expressed how much it meant to have access to quality training tools, and it was clear that this support gave them a renewed sense of motivation and pride in being part of the Perspectives Wolves. Their enthusiasm translated into immediate energy and effort during practice, and it continues to drive them as we move forward.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our team is not only improving their basketball skills but also developing discipline, teamwork, and confidence—qualities that will benefit them beyond the game. The next step for our players is to incorporate the equipment into game-like scenarios and continue strengthening their fundamentals in preparation for competition. Your contribution has provided our athletes with the tools they need to grow as both players and young leaders, and we are truly thankful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1745718969613,"projectUrl":"project/shoot-for-the-moon/9206371/","projectTitle":"Shoot for the Moon!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. McConnell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3009985_orig.png?crop=1003,1003,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742774991335","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3009985"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_96690","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":396,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":96,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":1,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"8 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":55.3,"schoolId":96690,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Perspectives IIT Math - Science Academy on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Perspectives IIT Math - Science Academy","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/illinois/perspectives-charter-schools/perspectives-charter-school-iit-math-sci/96690"}
Join the 302 supporters who believe in this school.
About this school
Perspectives IIT Math - Science Academy is
an urban public school
in Chicago, Illinois that is part of Perspectives Charter Schools.
It serves 396 students
in grades 8 - 12.
Its teachers have had 84 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
Supporting this school will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.
Public School
Grades 8 - 12
396 Students
# of teachers unavailable
3663 S Wabash AveContact info is sourced from our partners at MDR Education, and DonorsChoose updates our site ahead of each school year.
Share and help support Perspectives IIT Math - Science Academy
Boost support for this school! Share this page with friends, family, alumni, and fellow supporters. Every connection helps teachers get the supplies they need and shows how much your community cares about its students.
DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for public school teachers.
Every donation funds real needs — pencils, books, lab equipment, art supplies, and more — helping students learn and thrive. We ship supplies directly to the school, and you'll see exactly where each dollar goes.
Perspectives IIT Math - Science Academy Demographics
95%
of students receive free or reduced price lunch
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
Source: the National Center for Education Statistics
97%
of students are Black, Latino, Native
American, or Asian
Data about school demographics comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. The numbers in this chart may not add up to 100% because of limitations in the available data.
Perspectives IIT Math - Science Academy Support on DonorsChoose
Last updated May 13, 2026
DonorsChoose makes it easy for anyone to help a teacher in need, moving us closer to a nation where students
in every community have the tools and experiences they need for a great education.
Perspectives IIT Math - Science Academy
$55,910
raised using DonorsChoose
84
projects
funded
41
teachers
funded
302
donors
3
projects
for
basic supplies
5
projects for
technology
7
projects for
books
1
project
for
art supplies
Perspectives IIT Math - Science Academy has received support from
167 individuals from Illinois and
135 individuals out-of-state.
