{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Barbara & Hank Greenspun JHS","outOfStateSupporters":26.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9369678,"projectId":10019704,"letterContent":"Math requires a lot of paper/pencil practice for students to master the math skills they are learning. These wipe off boards are used every day in the classroom for students to work on specified problems/skills, as well as using the boards as needed to show work on problems they do electronically. \r\nThe students are now motivated to show their work because of the novelty of using wipe off boards and dry erase markers. They proudly display their boards whole group when the class finishes a practice problem in class.\r\n\r\nThe pencils are a requirement for students to use for taking notes and tests. Pens are not allowed as it can be very confusing and messy to not be able to erase a mistake. Our students do not regularly come equipped with necessary materials, so I am deeply grateful to have pencils donated. I usually put 10-15 pencils out for students that need a pencil. By the end of most days, the pencil cup is empty! \r\nThank you for easing the personal financial burden I face every year. Donor's Choose has been a game changer for me! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1768662311094,"projectUrl":"project/helpful-math-tools/10019704/","projectTitle":"Helpful Math Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9369678"},{"teacherId":7804102,"projectId":10006130,"letterContent":"Your incredible generosity has brought a new level of pride and professionalism to our color guard team! When the boxes of equipment and cooling fans arrived, the students were absolutely buzzing with excitement. It wasn't just a simple moment of unboxing; it was a profound realization that members of the community believe in their dedication. Seeing their eyes light up as they unpacked the specialized gear, knowing it was brand new and theirs to use, was truly unforgettable. It made the upcoming season feel incredibly \"real\" to them.\r\n\r\nSafety, Spirit, and Success\r\nWe are currently integrating the new hardware—the bolts, leg tips, and specific color guard tape—to refurbish our existing equipment. This has turned into an invaluable lesson on maintenance and collective responsibility, as students work together to ensure every piece of gear is weighted correctly, balanced, and perfectly safe to spin. With the Las Vegas heat already rising, the new fans have become our absolute \"MVP\" during grueling afternoon practices. These fans are not a luxury; they are a vital safety resource that keeps our athletes cool, hydrated, and focused so they can transform their physical effort into unified artistry.\r\n\r\nThe Next Step: From Practice to Performance\r\nAs we prepare to move into our intensive competition season, the new tablet you provided will become our essential coaching and analysis tool. After each full run-through of our show, video footage is posted for the team to review. They will use the tablet to analyze their synchronization, critique their individual transitions, and review the judges' dynamic commentary in real-time. This ability to see themselves objectively is the crucial next step in their artistic and technical growth. It allows them to collaborate on immediate fixes and build the profound confidence they need to step onto the floor. Because of your kindness, these students aren't just practicing—they are thriving in a safe, unified, and professional environment they are proud to call home.","fullyFundedDate":1769111389272,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-students-through-color-guard/10006130/","projectTitle":"Empowering Students Through Color Guard","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Litzenberg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7804102_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769662733598","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7804102"},{"teacherId":4310521,"projectId":10003934,"letterContent":"I wish you could have been in our classroom when the boxes arrived! The excitement over our new incentives was so sweet. My students couldn't stop talking about the squish toys, mini stuffed animals, and tiny dinosaurs they can now work toward earning. \r\n\r\nHowever, the biggest surprise was their reaction to the sensory tools. Their absolute favorite item turned out to be the bouncy fidget bands we attached to the bottom of their chairs! They were so thrilled to finally have a quiet, physical way to get their energy out while working at their desks.\r\n\r\nWe are excited to have pencils, markers, papers and other supplies to get us through the last quarter of the school year. This is the time of year when materials start dwindling, and we have to work with what we have left. It is super exciting to have fresh materials and incentives that students are motivated to use and earn as we approach the completion of our school year.","fullyFundedDate":1768695240824,"projectUrl":"project/from-pencils-to-prizes-stocking-our-cla/10003934/","projectTitle":"From Pencils to Prizes: Stocking Our Classroom for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. T","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4310521_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628646232248","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4310521"},{"teacherId":8112454,"projectId":9990222,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the very much needed supplies! Thanks to improving handwriting skills and unplugging from devices, students have been able to think more critically and turn in fantastic work!\r\n\r\nStudents got to do a proper poetry unit with the novel Bronx Masquerade. 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In my stadium-seating classroom, I can now move freely to conference with students during discussions, provide immediate feedback, and maintain strong engagement. I am now offering proactive support to students and teachers in real time. Students were genuinely excited when they saw the updated games in our Zen gaming corner, which they now use as a structured incentive and reset space after meeting instructional goals.\r\n\r\nThe digital calendar has also strengthened my systems by helping me coordinate Tier II interventions, parent conferences, professional learning, and testing without conflicts. Next, students are continuing to build ownership of their learning through collaborative discourse and progress monitoring, and these tools allow me to respond quickly and intentionally. 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These tools have made a big difference in how we manage and support learning in the classroom.\r\n\r\nThe snacks have also been a wonderful help for our students, keeping them energized and focused throughout the day. Your kindness has created a positive impact not only on our learning process but also on our students' well-being.\r\n\r\nYour support means more than words can express. Because of you, our classroom is better equipped, more organized, and more supportive of our students' needs. We truly appreciate your generosity and belief in our learners.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1768186727393,"projectUrl":"project/small-tools-big-impact-for-my-students/10001390/","projectTitle":"Small Tools, Big Impact for My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. De Chavez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9349317_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y1008&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707255391084","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9349317"},{"teacherId":9354593,"projectId":10037110,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the supplies you donated to my class. They are making a huge difference in the behavior and participation in my classroom. \r\n\r\nThe students feel more motivated to participate and focus during lessons knowing that there is a chance they will win a prize. They take ownership of their behavior and work more than they did before the incentives. \r\n\r\nThe art supplies have kept the students engaged and excited to learn. It is exciting to see them use their imagination to create their own personal works of art. I cannot thank you enough for making this happen.","fullyFundedDate":1768751293772,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-creativity-confidence-and-st/10037110/","projectTitle":"Tools for Creativity, Confidence, and Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chavira","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9354593"},{"teacherId":9361964,"projectId":10005519,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation. The batteries finally made it possible for every student to practice on a graphing calculator. They will now be more prepared for future mathematics classes.\r\nThe white boards and markers now make it possible for every student to have the ability to show their work and build confidence in their abilities. \r\nIt is super exciting to see every student's face as they work together to solve math problems. I love how easy it is for them to write stuff down, and then erase their mistakes. They are remarkable, and these tools will help them succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1768339111611,"projectUrl":"project/math-practice-boards/10005519/","projectTitle":"Math Practice Boards","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Barclay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9361964"},{"teacherId":4310521,"projectId":9478873,"letterContent":"I am writing this with a full heart to thank you for funding our class set of Wonder by R.J. 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Thank you for investing in our library and our lives.","fullyFundedDate":1759343200272,"projectUrl":"project/compassion-acceptance-and-kindness/9478873/","projectTitle":"Compassion, Acceptance, and Kindness","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. T","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4310521_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628646232248","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4310521"},{"teacherId":9347997,"projectId":7983411,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students now have the supplies they need to fully engage in hands-on science learning. These materials are used daily for labs, modeling activities, interactive notebooks, and collaborative investigations. Having access to these resources allows students to focus on thinking like scientists—asking questions, testing ideas, and explaining their reasoning—rather than worrying about whether they have the tools to participate.\r\n\r\nDear Donors,\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is now filled with curiosity, creativity, and hands-on discovery. Your generosity didn't just fund supplies — it funded opportunities for students to think, design, test, analyze, and grow as scientists and engineers.\r\n\r\nIn an 8th grade science classroom, learning is most powerful when students can experience concepts rather than just read about them. Thanks to your support, students are now actively building models, testing solutions, collecting data, and engaging in real-world engineering challenges. They are collaborating, problem-solving, and using evidence to support their thinking — skills that extend far beyond science class.\r\n\r\nYour donation has helped transform lessons into meaningful experiences. Instead of imagining how a scientific concept works, students can see it, test it, revise it, and understand it deeply. That kind of learning builds confidence. It builds critical thinking. It builds future innovators.\r\n\r\nMany of our students may not always have access to these types of materials outside of school. Because of you, they now have the chance to engage in high-quality STEM experiences that feel exciting, relevant, and empowering.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students. Thank you for investing in their curiosity. And thank you for helping create a classroom where learning is active, hands-on, and unforgettable.\r\n\r\nThank you","fullyFundedDate":1699119014989,"projectUrl":"project/first-year-teacher-supplies/7983411/","projectTitle":"First Year Teacher Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Matthews","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9347997_orig.png?crop=794,794,x0,y2&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746490116845","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9347997"},{"teacherId":9362000,"projectId":9541539,"letterContent":"Without these donations, my students would not have been able to read the novel A Wrinkle in Time, which allowed for them to further explore the genre of science fiction, which they started in the first quarter with The Hunger Games. \r\n\r\nThey explored plot, conflict and character development, inferencing and even argumentative writing skills throughout their collaborative activities during their reading of the novel. At the end of the novel, they completed a Camazotz survival guide, which explored the pros and cons of moving to Camazotz. They also then further develop their argument in a persuasive argument, which allows them to create a real like argument and debate each other.","fullyFundedDate":1755707837642,"projectUrl":"project/turning-pagesbuilding-teams/9541539/","projectTitle":"Turning Pages,Building Teams","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carroll","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9362000_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753115602531","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mscarrollgjhs"},{"teacherId":9362000,"projectId":9168055,"letterContent":"Due to these materials, my students were able to work in teams for the first two quarters of the 2025-2026 school year. 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