{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Cicely L Tyson Community School of Performing and Fine Arts","outOfStateSupporters":43.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10328250,"projectId":10028922,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating the supplies to our class. The materials you provided have made a HUGE difference in our daily routines and overall learning environment. Because of your generosity, we are now able to sanitize and wipe down each workstation regularly, helping us maintain a clean and healthy space for all students. We also have soap available to bring to the bathroom so students can properly wash their hands, tissues for when they need to blow their noses, and sanitary pads available for those who need them. These items may seem small, but they have greatly improved our comfort, health, and ability to focus on learning each day.\r\n\r\nYour donation has also allowed us to replace our broken and old Apple Pencils, ensuring that students can continue working in a digital format without interruption. Being able to fully use our devices means students can complete assignments, participate in interactive lessons, and express their learning creatively. Having the proper tools and supplies readily available has strengthened our learning experience, reduced stress, and created a more positive, productive classroom environment. We are truly grateful for your kindness and for the meaningful impact your generosity has had on our students and our success. We can not thank you enough!!","fullyFundedDate":1768685149488,"projectUrl":"project/care-creativity-and-classroom-supplies/10028922/","projectTitle":"Care, Creativity, and Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wulff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10328250_orig.jpg?crop=311,311,x0,y31&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761657713283","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10328250"},{"teacherId":3125482,"projectId":10023563,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and your thoughtfulness. Your donation to my project has helped and is helping my students and others with staying energized and healthy throughout the day. The snacks are giving my students energy and sustaining their nutrition when it is needed during the day. Many of my students do not eat breakfast or even lunch and sometimes do not get a nutritous dinner the night before. The snacks helps give them some nutrition to last the coursre of their day.\r\nThank you again for your donations and hopefully future donations.","fullyFundedDate":1768650653511,"projectUrl":"project/a-little-snack-a-lot-of-care/10023563/","projectTitle":"A Little Snack, A Lot of Care","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dickens","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3125482_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1521313644077","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3125482"},{"teacherId":3125482,"projectId":9709937,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to help keep my classroom germ-free and my students healthy and safe throughout the school year. Your support truly makes a difference in our daily learning environment.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is stocked with wipes, air fresheners, and sanitizer spray that allow us to regularly clean shared surfaces and maintain a fresh, safe space for learning. These supplies are used every day and help reduce the spread of germs, keeping students healthy, comfortable, and ready to focus on learning instead of worrying about getting sick.\r\n\r\nYour kindness helps create a classroom where students feel cared for and protected, and it gives families peace of mind knowing their children are learning in a clean environment. Thank you for investing in the health and well-being of my students and for supporting our classroom in such a meaningful way.","fullyFundedDate":1766247265897,"projectUrl":"project/germ-free-and-ready-to-shine/9709937/","projectTitle":"Germ-Free and Ready to Shine!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dickens","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3125482_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1521313644077","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3125482"},{"teacherId":3125482,"projectId":9799743,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project. I am incredibly grateful for your kindness and belief in our classroom. Because of you, my students now have access to materials that will make a meaningful difference in their daily learning.\r\n\r\nThe pencils, erasers, and pencil dispenser ensure that students are always prepared and focused, without worrying about not having basic supplies. The magnetic coordinate plane has already become a powerful hands-on tool, helping students visualize math concepts, collaborate with one another, and build confidence as they explore graphing and problem-solving together.\r\n\r\nThese resources will be used daily and will continue to support student learning throughout the school year. Your donation goes far beyond supplies—it shows my students that people care about their education and believe in their success. Thank you for investing in my classroom and helping create an engaging, supportive learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1763669510337,"projectUrl":"project/erase-the-struggle-math-made-clear/9799743/","projectTitle":"Erase the Struggle: Math Made Clear!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dickens","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3125482_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1521313644077","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3125482"},{"teacherId":9426567,"projectId":9967441,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Active Minds, Active Bodies: STEM Learning with Nex Playground.\" Because of your generosity, our students now have access to the Nex Playground, and it has had an immediate and positive impact on our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe Nex Playground allows students to combine movement with learning, strengthening important STEM skills such as problem-solving, critical thinking, and collaboration. Students are actively engaged as they work together, make decisions, and apply strategies in a fun and interactive way. This movement-based learning has helped improve focus, motivation, and classroom behavior, especially for students who benefit from hands-on and kinesthetic activities.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, the Nex Playground supports students' physical health and social-emotional growth by encouraging teamwork, confidence, and perseverance. Your donation has helped create an inclusive learning environment where students feel excited, successful, and supported. Thank you for investing in our students and making active, meaningful learning possible.","fullyFundedDate":1766265948774,"projectUrl":"project/active-minds-active-bodies-stem-learni/9967441/","projectTitle":"Active Minds, Active Bodies: STEM Learning with Nex Playground","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. R","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9426567_orig.jpg?crop=902,902,x0,y264&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709152677182","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tattooedteacher"},{"teacherId":10282306,"projectId":9983555,"letterContent":"You relentless kindness, and understanding of the needs of our students is truly appreciated. Having warmth, security, and comfort surely make transitioning day to day challenges easier. This will certainly eliminate any doubt, and worry thus giving rise to focus and confidence as they navigate the world securely this winter. With the supplies provide students' personal hygiene and health will be addressed. Access to laundry supplies will increase in the coming winter as they gain confidence in themselves and feeling fresh.","fullyFundedDate":1768403251078,"projectUrl":"project/personal-and-mental-health-for-students/9983555/","projectTitle":"Personal and Mental Health for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams-Wong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10282306"},{"teacherId":10282306,"projectId":9765030,"letterContent":"It is with deep gratitude, and humility that I am thanking you for your unwavering support, and dedication in fulfilling the earnest need for our stem classroom of future scientists. Your loving support will go a long way, thus allowing students to explore the world of scientific thinking, and exploration using technology to magnify the impact they will have as they present the deep dive into innovative knowledge and understanding. Thank you sincerely again as I will continue to to sharpen minds","fullyFundedDate":1765514261287,"projectUrl":"project/printing-stem-possibilities-a-classroom/9765030/","projectTitle":"Printing STEM Possibilities: A Classroom Printer for Future Innovators","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams-Wong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10282306"},{"teacherId":10282306,"projectId":9761270,"letterContent":"Thank you for your investment in our learning community. Your support for floor cushions to enhance collaborative STEM learning has made a meaningful and visible impact on how our students engage, explore, and problem-solve together.\r\n\r\nThe addition of flexible floor seating has transformed our STEM learning environment into a more inclusive, student-centered space. Floor cushions allow students to move easily into small groups, collaborate comfortably, and engage in hands-on activities without the physical constraints of traditional desks. This flexibility has been especially valuable during engineering challenges, coding activities, robotics work, and design-based problem solving.\r\n\r\nSince introducing the floor cushions, we have observed:\r\n\r\nIncreased student engagement and participation during STEM lessons\r\n\r\nStronger peer collaboration and communication\r\n\r\nImproved focus and persistence during complex problem-solving tasks\r\n\r\nGreater accessibility for students with diverse learning and sensory needs\r\n\r\nStudents now gather naturally around shared materials, prototypes, and digital tools, fostering authentic teamwork and real-world STEM practices. The cushions have also encouraged student voice and choice, empowering learners to select seating that best supports their comfort and concentration.","fullyFundedDate":1765514260826,"projectUrl":"project/floor-cushions-to-support-collaborative/9761270/","projectTitle":"Floor Cushions to Support Collaborative STEM Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams-Wong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10282306"},{"teacherId":9426567,"projectId":9929443,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation in support of my project, \"Popping Positive Behavior.\" Your contribution towards popcorn and suppllies will make a meaningful impact on our school community.\r\n\r\nThis project is designed to encourage and celebrate positive behavior by creating fun, motivating incentives for students. Thanks to your support, we will be able to recognize students' positive choices in an engaging way that builds a welcoming and encouraging school culture.\r\n\r\nYour generosity helps make a difference in the daily experiences of our students, and we are truly grateful for your kindness and belief in our vision. Thank you for helping us make positive behavior something worth celebrating—one pop at a time!","fullyFundedDate":1764728293327,"projectUrl":"project/popping-positive-behavior-part-2/9929443/","projectTitle":"Popping Positive Behavior Part 2","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. R","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9426567_orig.jpg?crop=902,902,x0,y264&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709152677182","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tattooedteacher"},{"teacherId":9426567,"projectId":9836781,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of \"STEM Snacks: Fueling Young Innovators.\" Your donation has made an immediate and positive impact on our students and their learning.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, students are able to stay focused, energized, and engaged during hands-on STEM activities. Providing snacks has helped remove distractions and allowed students to fully participate in problem-solving, collaboration, and creative thinking throughout our STEM lessons.\r\n\r\nYour support shows our students that their learning and well-being matter. You are not only fueling their bodies but also inspiring curiosity, confidence, and a love for innovation. We are incredibly grateful for your investment in our young innovators and their success.","fullyFundedDate":1765514260368,"projectUrl":"project/stem-snacks-fueling-young-innovators/9836781/","projectTitle":"STEM Snacks: Fueling Young Innovators","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. R","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9426567_orig.jpg?crop=902,902,x0,y264&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709152677182","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tattooedteacher"},{"teacherId":9426567,"projectId":9765103,"letterContent":"Because of your generous support of \"Bringing STEM Fridays to Life with 3D Printing,\" our STEM Fridays have truly come to life. The 3D filament you provided has already made a meaningful difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nStudents are actively designing, printing, and testing their own creations, turning abstract STEM concepts into tangible, hands-on learning experiences. With this filament, students are strengthening skills in problem-solving, creativity, collaboration, and perseverance as they see their ideas transformed into real objects.\r\n\r\nYour donation has sparked excitement and confidence in our students, showing them that innovation is possible and that their ideas matter. Thank you for investing in their curiosity and helping us inspire the next generation of thinkers, designers, and engineers.","fullyFundedDate":1765514260894,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-stem-fridays-to-life-with-3d-pr/9765103/","projectTitle":"Bringing STEM Fridays to Life with 3D Printing","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. R","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9426567_orig.jpg?crop=902,902,x0,y264&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709152677182","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tattooedteacher"},{"teacherId":9426567,"projectId":9927873,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation in support of my project, \"Popping Positive Behavior.\" Your contribution toward the popcorn machine will make a meaningful impact on our school community.\r\n\r\nThis project is designed to encourage and celebrate positive behavior by creating fun, motivating incentives for students. 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