{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mater Academy East","outOfStateSupporters":38.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3188619,"projectId":10000705,"letterContent":"I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous support through DonorsChoose. Because of your kindness and willingness to give, our classroom has received materials that will make a meaningful and lasting impact on our students' learning experience.\r\n\r\nYour generosity goes far beyond the items themselves—it brings excitement, motivation, and new opportunities into our classroom each day. With these resources, students are able to engage more deeply, explore new ideas, and build confidence in their abilities. The kids will truly be thriving thanks to you and the support you have provided.\r\n\r\nIt is incredibly inspiring to see people who believe in education and are willing to invest in the success of students they may never meet. Please know that your contribution is appreciated more than words can express, and it is making a real difference in the lives of our students.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity, your kindness, and your commitment to helping our classroom grow and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1768322260951,"projectUrl":"project/calm-environment-for-students/10000705/","projectTitle":"Calm Environment for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sanchez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3188619"},{"teacherId":7919633,"projectId":9997665,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping my deserving students enjoy the benefits of good behavior. It's wonderful to be able to reward the respect they show to me, other students, and themselves. As 9th graders, most students are learning to take more accountability for their actions. They are starting their journey towards young adulthood and that requires them to feel seen and supported. I truly appreciate your generosity and helping me, a dedicated educator, be an instrumental part of that process. My students and I send well-wishes your way.","fullyFundedDate":1768152251979,"projectUrl":"project/rewards-quencher/9997665/","projectTitle":"Rewards Quencher","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mitchell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7919633_orig.png?crop=394,394,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721547939976","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7919633"},{"teacherId":8153072,"projectId":10015874,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, this project has made a meaningful difference in how my students learn each day. The technology you've helped bring into our classroom is not just an add-on—it's become an essential tool for engagement, creativity, and deeper understanding.\r\n\r\nMany of you are familiar with using technology at home, but in our classroom, it serves a unique purpose. These tools allow students to interact with content in dynamic ways—whether that's through educational apps that adapt to their individual learning levels, collaborative platforms where they can share ideas in real time, or multimedia resources that bring lessons to life. Instead of passively receiving information, students are actively participating, exploring, and creating.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most about this new technology is the sense of independence and ownership it gives them. They love being able to work at their own pace, revisit concepts when needed, and express their learning in creative formats like videos, presentations, or digital projects. It's empowering for them to see their ideas come to life in ways that weren't possible before.\r\n\r\nI've also seen some incredible transformations in specific students. For example, students who were previously hesitant to մասնակցate in class discussions have found their voice through digital platforms where they feel more comfortable sharing their thoughts. Others who struggled with traditional methods are now thriving because the technology provides alternative ways to access and demonstrate their understanding. Watching their confidence grow has been one of the most rewarding outcomes of this project.\r\n\r\nYour support has truly opened doors for my students, helping them build skills they'll carry far beyond our classroom. Thank you for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1768598394125,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-iep-implementation-through-ac/10015874/","projectTitle":"Supporting IEP Implementation Through Accessible Technology and Organization Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Thomas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8153072_orig.jpg?crop=810,810,x270,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699903090229","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8153072"},{"teacherId":10402857,"projectId":10014395,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well. I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support, which has made a significant impact on our student athletes. Thanks to your contribution, we were able to provide nutritious snacks and essential equipment that enhance their training and performance. Your kindness not only fuels their bodies but also inspires them to strive for excellence. We truly appreciate your commitment to our program and the positive difference you make in our community. Thank you for believing in our athletes and supporting their journey.","fullyFundedDate":1768499265543,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-em-up-knights/10014395/","projectTitle":"Fuel Em' Up Knights","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rosa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10402857"},{"teacherId":9744070,"projectId":10032213,"letterContent":"We appreciate the materials you have given to us to use in the classroom. The students are really grateful for your generous donations and have been using the materials since the day we've got them. Every day, the students use their notebooks and pencils and highlighters to complete work that is going to set them for their educational endeavors. \r\n\r\nWith all of the coloring supplies and all of the copy paper that we've ever received, I am able to print all of the necessary readings for the class and print material for their social and emotional learning courses too. The students are grateful and I am grateful we appreciate you.!","fullyFundedDate":1768701867706,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-curious-minds/10032213/","projectTitle":"Fueling Curious Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cordero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9744070"},{"teacherId":9349299,"projectId":9996295,"letterContent":"Words are not enough to thank all of you for sharing all your resources to make this project come to reality. When my students saw the materials and resources we all received, they were all excited! We are now doing different types of projects that could enhance their skills on creating cards, printing on mugs and making labels inside the classroom. Again, we thank you all for your generosity and kindness.\r\nIn the future, me and my students hope that you will all continue doing this and sharing your gifts. We appreciate your support to our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768149640114,"projectUrl":"project/skills-that-last-a-lifetime/9996295/","projectTitle":"Skills That Last a Lifetime","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tana","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9349299_orig.jpg?crop=648,648,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699218642307","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9349299"},{"teacherId":9060016,"projectId":10028061,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our classroom! These resources have quickly become an important part of our daily routines. Students use the whiteboards to practice and share their thinking during lessons, while the pocket charts and meeting chart help us stay organized and engaged during small group instruction. The headphones have been especially helpful during independent work, allowing students to focus and learn at their own pace, and the sand timers support time management during fluency assessments and individualized time tracking.\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement was immediate. Students were eager to explore everything and couldn't wait to start using them. The scented stickers and mini plush toys have been wonderful motivators and rewards, helping create a positive and encouraging classroom environment. It has been so special to see students take pride in their work, stay focused longer, and feel excited about learning each day.\r\nAs we move forward, we will continue using these tools to build independence, collaboration, and confidence. These materials are helping us create a classroom where students feel supported, motivated, and ready to learn. Your support has truly made a meaningful impact, and we are incredibly grateful for your donations. I couldn't have created this type of classroom environment without your help. Again, we really appreciate your support and donations.","fullyFundedDate":1768694758952,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-focused-and-hands-on-learning/10028061/","projectTitle":"Tools For Focused and Hands-On Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Galvez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9060016"},{"teacherId":9429618,"projectId":10014650,"letterContent":"Our students have been absolutely transformed by the arrival of the new violins. From the very first day, they were eager to hold, tune, and experiment with their instruments. We've been using them daily in class to build foundational skills like proper posture, bowing technique, and note reading. \r\n\r\nAs we move forward, students are building toward a class ensemble performance, where they will apply the skills they've been developing to play together as a group. We are currently working on reading simple sheet music and improving intonation, intending to share a short concert for families and the school community. These violins have opened the door to opportunities that go far beyond the classroom, and we are so grateful for the role you've played in making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1768442421546,"projectUrl":"project/strings-of-inspiration/10014650/","projectTitle":"Strings of inspiration","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Morales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9429618_orig.png?crop=831,831,x0,y2&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704820617303","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-morales123"},{"teacherId":9426723,"projectId":10020551,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support. The iFixit Chromebook repair kits, magnetic holder trays, and Raspberry Pis have transformed our students from everyday technology users into confident problem solvers, technicians, and creators. With the iFixit kits and magnetic trays, students now safely open, diagnose, and repair real Chromebooks that classmates depend on. They've learned to identify components, follow professional repair guides, and complete delicate screen repairs with confidence. That moment when a \"dead\" Chromebook boots up again because of their work, this has given many students a new sense of pride, ownership, and even interest in future careers in IT and hardware repair.\r\n\r\nThe Raspberry Pis have been dedicated to running digital flyers through PiSignage, turning our school announcements into a fully student managed system. Students design the flyers, upload them, and control what appears on the screens around campus, blending creativity with responsibility as they keep the school informed. The protein bars and applesauce snacks you provided have also made a real difference: many students come in during lunch or after school to work on repairs and signage, and having something healthy to eat has boosted their energy, focus, and motivation to stay engaged. Some of our quieter learners have especially flourished, one has become our go to Chromebook repair technician, another now leads digital poster design for the entire school. Your donation didn't just provide tools and snacks; it created a supportive, professional environment where students can do their best work. Thank you for making that possible.","fullyFundedDate":1768602078818,"projectUrl":"project/repairs-r-us/10020551/","projectTitle":"Repairs R' Us","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ibarra JR.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9426723_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704576896585","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9426723"},{"teacherId":9009268,"projectId":9998688,"letterContent":"I wanted to thank you for your funding of this donors choose. Your gift of the Lenovo just arrived, and it couldn't have come at a better time! As we enter the last part of the school year, morale can dwindle and having access to this tablet is allowing me to access students in the halls and during lunches.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, the students at Mater East from prek to 12th grade now have the ability to receive PBIS points from me at any time of day. They can use these for prizes, snacks and privileges. You didn't just send a check; you sent joy to our students. \r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful to have you as a member of our Mater Academy community!","fullyFundedDate":1768456172207,"projectUrl":"project/mobile-pbis-station/9998688/","projectTitle":"Mobile PBIS Station","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Aja","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9009268_orig.png?crop=1390,1390,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753828966396","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9009268"},{"teacherId":9863305,"projectId":10032223,"letterContent":"Thank you again for such generosity towards supporting my students who need closer interventions in math to become proficient. With these new resources, I have been able to save paper, using dry erase pockets and markers to complete worksheets and show our work during small group time. My students love using the different color markers to organize their thoughts, and annotate materials while solving problems with each other.\r\n\r\nAs materials started to come in, my students were curious as to what were in the boxes. Once I started unboxing, my students were ecstatic to see that there were not just academic materials, other materials to help keep their classroom clean and safe to work in, such as disinfectant wipes and tissues.\r\n\r\nOverall, I have been able to support a comfortable classroom environment that students can feel heard and recognized in.","fullyFundedDate":1768764966167,"projectUrl":"project/middle-schoolers-today-mathematicians-t/10032223/","projectTitle":"Middle Schoolers Today, Mathematicians Tomorrow","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Warren","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9863305"},{"teacherId":10405057,"projectId":10024912,"letterContent":"Thank you again for such generosity towards supporting my students who aspire to gain proficiency in math as they move on to the next grade. With my new resources, I have been able to save paper, using dry erase pockets and markers to complete worksheets and show our work during small group time. My students love using the different color markers to organize their thoughts, and annotate materials while solving problems with each other.\r\n\r\nAs materials started to come in, my students were curious as to what were in the boxes. 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