{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Dearborn STEM Academy","outOfStateSupporters":37.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9648979,"projectId":9886049,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom snack project. Many of my high school students and their families rely on SNAP, and rising food costs make it hard for them to stay fueled throughout the day. Having consistent snacks in our math classroom—like PopCorners, beef jerky, cereal bars, and cookies—gives students the energy they need to focus, participate, and feel cared for. \r\n\r\nYour support means even more during Thanksgiving, a time when many families face added stress. Your generosity helps create a welcoming space where students can learn with confidence and know their community believes in them. I'm truly grateful for the immediate impact you've made.","fullyFundedDate":1762874346915,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-students-one-snack-at-a-time/9886049/","projectTitle":"Supporting Students, One Snack at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nguyen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9648979_orig.png?crop=394,394,x230,y102&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723436443045","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cnguyen009"},{"teacherId":9648979,"projectId":9851571,"letterContent":"Thanks to the extreme generosity of the Allstate Foundation, our students and their families at Dearborn STEM Academy will be able to enjoy an extremely blessed Thanksgiving. With your financial support, we will assemble 90 Thanksgiving baskets, each filled with pantry staples—which is more than we had ever anticipated!\r\n\r\nOn Monday, November 24th, we had a record number of student and staff volunteers prepare these baskets filled with love. We've been doing this for several years now, but we completed making these baskets with record timing (under 1 hour!) Today, Tuesday, November 25th, we were able to give away all the baskets directly to families in our school community.\r\n\r\nFor our students, this project is more than handing out food. It teaches them community service, leadership, and the importance of caring for one another. Thank you for helping us make the holidays brighter for so many Dearborn families. Your kindness will be felt around the dinner table this season and remembered long after!","fullyFundedDate":1761576104995,"projectUrl":"project/thanksgiving-food-baskets-for-boston-fam/9851571/","projectTitle":"Thanksgiving Food Baskets for Boston Families","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nguyen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9648979_orig.png?crop=394,394,x230,y102&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723436443045","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cnguyen009"},{"teacherId":4492432,"projectId":9371170,"letterContent":"Thank you so, so much for all of the supplies! We have started using them not only to take notes on ancient history, but create some art projects to show what we've learned. The kids are loving the nice new supplies, and I can't tell you how grateful I am for the support. Thank you for giving us an opportunity to learn in different ways, and to have some fun while we showcase our learning. My classroom is much more colorful and fun to be in because of these gifts. My classroom is also more focused because of it. The notebooks have really helped supply kids with materials they need. \r\n\r\nI truly am grateful for all of your help.","fullyFundedDate":1751764826371,"projectUrl":"project/art-supplies-for-history-class/9371170/","projectTitle":"Art Supplies for History Class!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mulvoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4492432"},{"teacherId":9783853,"projectId":9518525,"letterContent":"I want to extend my incessant thanks for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project, which provided essential health and wellness hygiene items for our scholars. All because of you, our students now have access to the personal care supplies they need to feel confident, healthy, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThe hygiene kits you helped fund—filled with items like deodorant, toothbrushes and toothpaste, soap, feminine items, and other self-care essentials—are already making a difference. Our students are learning that self-care matters and that their community truly cares about their well-being.\r\n\r\nBeyond the physical impact, your donation sent a powerful message of dignity and support. Our students feel seen, valued, and empowered to take pride in themselves. It's amazing how something as simple as clean hygiene products can boost confidence and improve classroom outcomes.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our students' health and happiness. Your generosity is helping us build not only stronger learners, but also healthier, more confident young people.","fullyFundedDate":1760708160447,"projectUrl":"project/wellness-wins-in-the-classroom/9518525/","projectTitle":"Wellness Wins in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shanice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9783853_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727562460558","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-shanice"},{"teacherId":9020354,"projectId":8737727,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students now have access to healthy snacks that keep them focused and ready to learn. When they first saw the stocked shelf, their faces lit up! \r\n\r\nRight now, we're in the middle of a hands-on science unit, and the snack closet has helped create a classroom culture where everyone can focus and participate fully; no one has to sit out or struggle because they're distracted by hunger.\r\n\r\nNext, my students are gearing up for a big project where they'll design and test their own inventions. Thanks to your support, they'll be able to do it with full bellies and full energy!\r\n\r\nThank you for making such a real difference!","fullyFundedDate":1725972668586,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-strong-learning/8737727/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Strong Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Raine","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9020354_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683227087844","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9020354"},{"teacherId":9464200,"projectId":9141957,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation!\r\nWe ended last year with lots of excitement around pipe cleaners and new drawing materials. After a summer away, the pipe cleaners especially continue to be a hit!\r\nStudents have also enjoyed experimenting with the animal stacking game, trying to beat their own records each time.\r\nI pulled out the Stick Together poster to start the new year and it's going great so far! Students are curious about what the image is, and it's a great meditative activity for one or two kids to work on together as they unwind.\r\nYour generosity helps the library keep getting better!","fullyFundedDate":1746786201359,"projectUrl":"project/color-our-world-colorful-creative-sup/9141957/","projectTitle":"Color Our World: Colorful & Creative Supplies for the Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pendleton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9464200_orig.jpg?crop=2553,2553,x322,y107&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709835235196","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9464200"},{"teacherId":9738993,"projectId":9248199,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity! The binders have helped my students stay organized and take pride in their work. One student shared, \"Now I don't lose my papers—I can actually find everything!\"\r\n\r\nThe dry-erase clipboards were an instant hit. As soon as they saw them, students said, \"Wait, we get to write on these?!\" Now they use them daily to solve problems, share answers, and work together in groups.\r\n\r\nThe storage trays and organizers keep our materials neat and easily accessible, so students can grab what they need and jump right into learning.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll be using these tools during our unit on functions and transformations to make group challenges more interactive and organized. Your support has truly made learning more engaging and fun!","fullyFundedDate":1746541549132,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-get-organized-to-learn-better/9248199/","projectTitle":"Help Us Get Organized to Learn Better!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9738993_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747872424724","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9738993"},{"teacherId":9648979,"projectId":9505931,"letterContent":"We just wrapped up our first two days of school, and they were such a success thanks to you! My students came in to a classroom fully stocked with the basics—pencils, highlighters, folders, and even stickers to create their own math packs. Right away, they were able to dive into learning without the stress of not having what they needed.\r\n\r\nThe expo markers and whiteboard supplies have already been put to good use as students worked together on vertical boards to solve problems and share strategies. Having fresh markers and clean boards truly makes collaboration more engaging and smooth.\r\n\r\nYour support made it possible for us to start the year strong, prepared, and excited. Thank you for investing in my students' learning and in our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1755696549258,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-school-basics/9505931/","projectTitle":"Back to School Basics!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nguyen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9648979_orig.png?crop=394,394,x230,y102&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723436443045","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cnguyen009"},{"teacherId":6180312,"projectId":9259538,"letterContent":"The generous donations of snacks made a meaningful and lasting impact on my students, extending well beyond the MCAS testing period. What began as a thoughtful gesture to support students during high-stress exam days turned into an ongoing source of nourishment and comfort. These snacks helped relieve anxiety, kept hunger at bay, and allowed students to focus better during the tests. Knowing that they had something to eat gave many of them a sense of security and care, which contributed to a more positive and calm testing environment.\r\n\r\nEven after MCAS ended, the remaining snacks continued to benefit the students in valuable ways. Whether it was a mid-morning granola bar or an afternoon fruit snack, having access to these treats kept the kids energized and in good spirits throughout the school day. For some, it meant not having to worry about going to classes hungry. For others, it simply brightened their day and made school a little more enjoyable. Thanks to the kindness of donors, students felt supported and cared for—physically and emotionally—which is a gift that goes far beyond the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1746786944400,"projectUrl":"project/mcas-munchies/9259538/","projectTitle":"MCAS Munchies!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Andre","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6180312_orig.jpg?crop=576,576,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725926255736","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6180312"},{"teacherId":6180312,"projectId":9085457,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generosity in funding our classroom's books, bean bags, and bookshelves. Your support has transformed our reading corner into a warm and inviting space where students feel excited to pick up a book and dive in. Having access to brand-new, high-interest books—displayed beautifully on sturdy new shelves—has made a huge difference in how my students view reading. They no longer see it as just another assignment, but as a chance to enjoy something special.\r\n\r\nThe addition of the bean bags has brought comfort and choice into our reading time. Students love having the option to curl up in a cozy spot while they read, and that comfort makes reading feel like a privilege instead of a chore. By pairing a welcoming atmosphere with engaging books, you've helped shift their mindset so they see reading as a reward and a joy. Your contribution is already having a lasting impact on how my students approach literacy, and I cannot thank you enough for helping me create an environment that encourages both learning and a love of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1744209877432,"projectUrl":"project/we-are-readers-and-leaders/9085457/","projectTitle":"We Are Readers and Leaders!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Andre","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6180312_orig.jpg?crop=576,576,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725926255736","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6180312"},{"teacherId":7484897,"projectId":8695473,"letterContent":"I cannot begin to thank you enough for your investment in my classroom and my students. I am so elated to have this iPad in my classroom, it was a huge help in the end of our school year last year and I am already thinking of many ways to make use of it this year!\r\n\r\nI wanted to share how excited it made students to learn. I love having students complete board-work and come up to the whiteboard to share their learning, but having the thrill of sharing their learning on an iPad made the entire experience higher stakes! We had students completing work in record time to stand in line to draw on the iPad. I had students in live-time correcting each other's mistakes on the iPad, and the best part in my opinion was that I could easily post the drawings (mistakes and all!) from the day on Google Classroom instead of having to remember to take a picture of the whiteboard before it was erased, post it online, and hope students interacted with it. Instead, I had students printing out study guides and class notes from the uploaded documents and gluing them into their notebooks on days they were absent, and it reinvigorated my classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you, again, for your immense generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1733258762469,"projectUrl":"project/model-work-on-our-modeling-ipad/8695473/","projectTitle":"Model Work on Our Modeling iPad!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kiely","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7484897_orig.jpg?crop=303,303,x136,y34&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754418612932","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/julia-kiely"},{"teacherId":7484897,"projectId":8789787,"letterContent":"I apologize for the delay in this thank-you letter. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for your generous donations a year ago to my rewards system in the classroom. Students in my classroom gobbled up the snacks like there was no tomorrow and we were able to have such enjoyable and productive conversations over the lunches that students would spend with me eating the healthy choices you all provided. \r\nThe students would at times not want to talk, either during these lunches and SEL check-ins or even during class, and the ability to provide the anxiety coloring books for the students was paramount. I saw students engaging with artwork, with mindfulness activities, and choosing actions that resulted in a calmer and more in-control sense of self. \r\n\r\nThank you, again, for your kindness. 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