{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"John Duggan Academy","outOfStateSupporters":35.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10397706,"projectId":10464517,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support of our classroom. Because of you, our students now have access to materials that have truly transformed their daily experience at school. Your donations of sensory fidget tools, motivational stickers, cleaning supplies, and motivational posters have made a meaningful and lasting impact. \r\n\r\nThe sensory fidget tools have become essential supports for many of our students. For those who experience anxiety, difficulty focusing, or sensory overwhelm, these tools provide comfort and regulation. I have seen students who once struggled to remain seated or engaged now independently reach for a fidget to ease their minds. Even a quick glance at the motivational posters have improved a student's affect. These simple yet powerful tools help students feel safe, grounded, and in control of their emotions, allowing them to fully participate in learning. \r\n\r\nEven the stickers have had a powerful impact. They serve as small but meaningful reinforcements that celebrate effort, perseverance, and growth. Students beam with pride when they earn one, and it has strengthened our positive classroom culture. They are more motivated to try challenging tasks, take academic risks, and push through frustration because their hard work is recognized and valued. \r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom is not only better equipped — it is more inclusive, supportive, and empowering. Your contributions have helped students feel safe in their environment, encouraged them to work harder, and supported their emotional and academic growth. The ripple effect of your kindness will continue far beyond this school year. \r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for investing in their success. Your support truly makes a difference every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1787185352574,"projectUrl":"project/small-supplies-big-impact/10464517/","projectTitle":"Small Supplies, Big Impact!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ryan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10397706"},{"teacherId":10470063,"projectId":10348065,"letterContent":"I am happy to report the impact that your donation has had on me and my students is significant. This semester, 27 students are enrolled in my photography classes, and next semester there will be 32 enrolled. I also have been using the cameras intermittently with my Yearbook class, which has 18 enrolled students.\r\n\r\nThough I am primarily a science teacher, the opportunity to share my love of photography with my students has genuinely improved my enjoyment and experience at school. It has always been my dream to teach a photography class, and with the support of my administration and from the financial support from you, I have been able to realize that. \r\n\r\nMy relationships with my students have been greatly improved in this role. The ability to talk with students in a less academic class, to foster creativity, see what the students' find interesting, or motivating, has been truly exciting. Students who typically have shown lack of interest in school and struggle in a typical learning environment have become attentive, involved, and excited to be in this classroom. \r\n\r\nYour donation has made a true and significant impact. I thank you sincerely.","fullyFundedDate":1783273053165,"projectUrl":"project/first-digital-photography-class-in-my-hi/10348065/","projectTitle":"First Digital Photography Class in My High School!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10470063_orig.png?crop=906,906,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1774448174081","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/maneysroom"},{"teacherId":10478379,"projectId":10191484,"letterContent":"The classroom supplies donated to our classroom have already made a meaningful difference in my students' learning experience. We are using the new resources to make our digital literacy lessons more interactive, creative, and hands-on. \r\nMy students were incredibly excited when they first saw the new materials. They were eager to explore everything and immediately began thinking about what they could create. For many students, having a variety of supplies available gave them the freedom to express their ideas in ways that go beyond simply writing an answer on paper. It was wonderful to see students sharing materials, discussing their designs, and proudly showing one another their work. Our next step is to build on these lessons by exploring how technology and media can both help and create problems in our lives. Students will examine real-world examples of technology-related issues and then begin developing their own ideas for a book that addresses an issue they feel is important. The donated supplies will help them plan, design, and create these projects while giving them an opportunity to see themselves as both consumers and creators of media.","fullyFundedDate":1777991271060,"projectUrl":"project/a-shelf-is-a-house-for-a-book/10191484/","projectTitle":"A Shelf is a House for a Book","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McMurdy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10478379"},{"teacherId":10489004,"projectId":10277967,"letterContent":"This project has made a meaningful difference in our classroom by providing my students with resources that support them both academically and personally. My students have been excited to use the new materials, and having these resources readily available has helped create a classroom environment where they feel supported, comfortable, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nOne of the most meaningful moments has been seeing students recognize that these resources are there specifically to help them. Whether they need something during the school day or simply need additional support to feel prepared to learn, they now know they can come to our classroom without feeling embarrassed or singled out.\r\n\r\nIn math, we are continuing to build foundational skills while working toward more challenging 8th grade concepts. The resources from this project allow me to focus more of our time and energy on instruction while making sure my students' basic needs are also being supported. Our next steps are to continue strengthening their confidence, independence, and problem-solving skills as we work through our current math lessons.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping me create a classroom where my students know that they are valued, supported, and capable of success.","fullyFundedDate":1779028166172,"projectUrl":"project/support-students-with-special-needs-both/10277967/","projectTitle":"Support Students with Special Needs Both Inside the Classroom & Beyond","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Drago","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10489004_orig.png?crop=191,191,x7,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1779110631154","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/c-drago"},{"teacherId":9508632,"projectId":10300369,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for investing in our students' unorthodox learning through composting. I have heard more complaints and squeels (of delight or disgust, it was hard to tell) than I even expected! \r\n\r\nOur students have had the rare opportunity to visit our school's gardens, play with compost, bring in their food waste, and touch the worms and mold that are making everything come together. All of this is on account to your willingness to support learning that expands beyond the traditional middle and high-school curricula we are provided. Thank you for that gift. I'm hoping it empowers our students to take nature & gardening into their own hands as they grow older and utilize the skills we worked on. I'm inspired, they were inspired, and I hope you feel inspired to know our kids have had an amazing experience!","fullyFundedDate":1780510377804,"projectUrl":"project/the-science-behind-our-memorial-garden/10300369/","projectTitle":"The Science Behind our Memorial Garden","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Azinheira","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9508632_orig.jpg?crop=2033,2033,x0,y399&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742561642212","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9508632"},{"teacherId":10073205,"projectId":10234219,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Your generosity has made a big difference for my students. Thanks to your donations, we now have tissues, pencils, hand sanitizer, coloring utensils, and other important classroom supplies that we use every day.\r\nMy students were excited to see all of the new materials. The pencils and coloring utensils help them complete assignments and creative projects, while the tissues and hand sanitizer help keep our classroom clean and comfortable. Having these supplies available also means students can focus on learning without worrying about not having the materials they need.\r\nYour support helps me create a welcoming and prepared classroom where my students can learn, create, and be successful. Thank you for believing in my students and helping us have the supplies we need for a successful school year!","fullyFundedDate":1784850818539,"projectUrl":"project/supplying-success-in-the-classroom/10234219/","projectTitle":"Supplying Success in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Washington","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10073205_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753069389885","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10073205"},{"teacherId":9271494,"projectId":10214297,"letterContent":"Thank you for fully funding my Adjustment Counselor office and helping turn an empty space into something so much more meaningful: a safe place for students to simply be.\r\n\r\nEvery day, students walk through my door carrying things that are often much bigger than what we see on the surface. Some come in overwhelmed, frustrated, anxious, or having a difficult morning. Others just need a quiet place to breathe, reset, and collect themselves before returning to class. Because of your generosity, I can now offer them a space that feels welcoming, calming, and truly theirs.\r\n\r\nThe students absolutely love the space. They have commented on how comfortable it feels, how peaceful it is, and how it gives them a place to come when they need a break. More importantly, they are learning that asking for support is okay.\r\n\r\nThis space has become a place where students can unpack what they are carrying, regulate their emotions, practice coping strategies, talk through challenges, and leave feeling a little more prepared to face the rest of their day. Some students stop in for a few minutes to reset. Others use the space for a longer conversation. For some, simply knowing that there is a place they can go when things feel like too much makes a difference.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped create more than a comfortable office. You helped create a sense of safety.\r\n\r\nAs an Adjustment Counselor, my goal is to make sure students know they have someone in their corner and a place where they don't have to pretend that everything is okay. Your generosity has made it possible for me to provide that environment in a way that is intentional, inviting, and supportive.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and believing that their emotional well-being matters. Thank you for helping create a space where students can pause, breathe, regulate, and try again.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, students have a safe place to land.","fullyFundedDate":1784575121334,"projectUrl":"project/a-safe-space-to-breathe-building-a-stud/10214297/","projectTitle":"A Safe Space to Breathe: Building a Student Wellness Room","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9271494_orig.jpg?crop=1284,1284,x0,y34&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1788434363204","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9271494"},{"teacherId":10455661,"projectId":10128427,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our physical education program. Because of your kindness, our students now have new equipment that is already making a difference in our classes.\r\n\r\nWe were excited to share photos of our students putting the new Nitroballs and outdoor net to use! Their enthusiasm and engagement were evident from the moment the equipment arrived. These additions have helped create more opportunities for movement, teamwork, and fun while encouraging students to stay active and build confidence!\r\n\r\nYour support goes far beyond providing equipment... it helps create positive experiences and lasting memories for our students. We are truly grateful for your investment in their health, happiness, and success.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a difference in our gymnasium and in the lives of our students!","fullyFundedDate":1773322962322,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-rebuild-our-physical-education-e/10128427/","projectTitle":"Help us Rebuild our Physical Education Equipment Closet!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kennedy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10455661"},{"teacherId":10035987,"projectId":9365910,"letterContent":"We want to express our sincere gratitude for the resources and materials that have helped our students in a tremendous way. Students have experienced hands-on experience that are lifelong learning skills. Students were able to make connections from using these resources in math to real world situations. Thank you all. You are apart of our students academic growth. \r\n\r\nFor the entire school year our students have writing tools ,clean and comfortable environment for learning. Our students are happy and eager for learning because of the right materials and resources that have enhance effective learning skills.","fullyFundedDate":1757508015776,"projectUrl":"project/learning-through-discovery/9365910/","projectTitle":"Learning Through Discovery","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martin-Mighty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10035987_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757163323352","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10035987"},{"teacherId":9508632,"projectId":9936893,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for supporting our Memorial Garden Project. Thanks to the items you purchased us, we are able to sustain a beautiful garden that means so much to students and staff.\r\n\r\nThere were three stages to this project, as you will see in the photos: (1) preparing the (abandoned) garden beds with high school students, (2) hosting the staff dedication event and (3) hosting the student dedication event. These were all beautiful aspects to witness, and a privilege to be a part of. Our community really bonded over the experience of setting this up, and I know that this will continue for years to come!\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1769550692004,"projectUrl":"project/memorial-garden-students-and-staff/9936893/","projectTitle":"Memorial Garden (Students and Staff)","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Azinheira","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9508632_orig.jpg?crop=2033,2033,x0,y399&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742561642212","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9508632"},{"teacherId":4410645,"projectId":10084583,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to my classroom iPad. Receiving this iPad Air, Apple Pencil, and stand has made my classroom far more interactive and responsive for students. I use the iPad daily to wirelessly project lessons, model annotations in real time, and quickly pull up examples, articles, or definitions during discussions without interrupting the flow of learning. In both AP English Language and Composition and tenth-grade English, students are able to watch the thinking process happen live as we break down texts, revise writing, and analyze evidence together. The Apple Pencil has been especially valuable because students can clearly see annotations and revisions develop step-by-step on the screen.\r\n\r\nThe iPad has also helped me provide faster, clearer feedback on student writing through quick annotations and modeling during conferences and mini-lessons. Your support has helped create a classroom environment that is more flexible, hands-on, and engaging for every student who walks through my door. Thank you for making that possible.","fullyFundedDate":1778105396016,"projectUrl":"project/an-ipad-air-for-dynamic-interactive-ela/10084583/","projectTitle":"An iPad Air for Dynamic, Interactive ELA Teaching","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chisholm","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4410645_orig.jpg?crop=1839,1839,x0,y300&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767300291257","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/raccio"},{"teacherId":10073205,"projectId":9882132,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous gift of an iPad for our classroom. Your support has made a meaningful difference in how my students learn and engage with instruction each day.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, the iPad is helping students access interactive learning tools, practice skills at their own pace, and receive immediate feedback that supports their growth. It has also allowed me to differentiate instruction more effectively, so students can work on activities that meet them where they are academically.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting features has been the ability to highlight text together as a class and clearly show students key information on the screen. This makes lessons much more interactive and helps students follow along as we read, annotate, and break down important ideas in real time. It has strengthened comprehension and allowed students to visually see how we think through texts step by step.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who were previously hesitant to participate have really warmed up to this technology. In particular, students who need extra support with reading and writing have shown increased confidence because the iPad allows them to listen to texts, interact with material, and follow along with highlighted sections that clearly guide their thinking. It has given them a sense of independence and pride in their work.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is not just providing a device—it is opening doors for learning, confidence, and success. Thank you again for investing in my students and helping create a more engaging and supportive classroom environment.","fullyFundedDate":1771459747754,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-learning-through-technology/9882132/","projectTitle":"Empowering Learning Through Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Washington","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10073205_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753069389885","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10073205"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_60888","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":823,"numTeachers":65,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":22,"percentWhite":11,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":59,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":3,"gradesServed":"6 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"12.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":64.5,"schoolId":60888,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about John Duggan Academy on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"John Duggan Academy","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/massachusetts/springfield-public-school-district/john-duggan-middle-school/60888"}