{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Trenton Ninth Grade Academy","outOfStateSupporters":69.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9793855,"projectId":10021641,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding my project, Caring is While Mentoring. Because of your generosity, I am able to provide students who stay after school with me for mentoring or tutoring with healthy snacks. I also use part of the snacks to provide students with a snack for their birthday, and they are delighted for that and feel so special. I use to buy those snacks myself, but your gifts now make it easier for me to just concentrate on teaching and providing care and support for my students.The little snack they receive is not much, but it means a lot for them. With all my heart, I thank everyone who contributed to this project.","fullyFundedDate":1768615918033,"projectUrl":"project/caring-while-mentoring/10021641/","projectTitle":"Caring While Mentoring","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jean-Mary","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9793855_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762177452469","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9793855"},{"teacherId":4880178,"projectId":9693057,"letterContent":"I am writing to sincerely thank you for your generous donation of the whiteboard table to our classroom. Your support has already made a meaningful difference in how our students learn and collaborate each day.\r\n\r\nThe whiteboard table has quickly become a favorite learning space. Students are more engaged during small-group work, brainstorming sessions, and problem-solving activities. It encourages teamwork, creativity, and active participation in a way that truly enhances their learning experience.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom is more interactive and dynamic. You have helped create opportunities for students to share ideas, think critically, and build confidence as learners.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and in the success of our students. Your kindness and support are greatly appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1764784112843,"projectUrl":"project/write-on-and-wipe-off-table-for-all/9693057/","projectTitle":"Write-on and Wipe-off Table for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4880178_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1535931581617","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rhondaswilliams1968"},{"teacherId":1902333,"projectId":10024009,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our student dancers are feeling the true effects of warmth, confidence, and care. Your contribution to the Warmth, Care & Hunger projects has created a meaningful difference:\r\n\t•\tWarmth: Students now have access to cozy apparel and gear, keeping them comfortable during long rehearsals and performances.\r\n\t•\tConfidence: With proper resources like dance shoes, costumes, and mentoring they can perform at their best and feel proud of their growth.\r\n\t•\tCare: Nutritious meals and thoughtful support ensure dancers stay healthy and energized, allowing them to focus on their craft without worry.\r\n\r\nYour donation is more than a gift it's an investment in their future. Every student is stepping onto the floor with renewed energy, resilience, and joy because someone like you cares.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a tangible, lasting impact on the lives of our student dancers.","fullyFundedDate":1769510996365,"projectUrl":"project/warmth-confidence-and-care-for-student/10024009/","projectTitle":"Warmth, Confidence, and Care for Student Dancers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Melanie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1902333_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724281095909","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/melanietard"},{"teacherId":9790107,"projectId":9966057,"letterContent":"Thank you! Your support of our classroom and our year-long learning initiatives are so appreciated. My students are so grateful to Donorschoose and the Donorschoose community for your continued support of our school. The impacts of these kind of important projects, especially for kids with high needs, are tremendous in our community! I am go grateful for your support as we are now underway into the fall semester and are already planning for winter and spring sports.\r\n\r\nWe are really looking forward to continuing this school year in the most positive way possible. Our students and staff experienced a difficult school year last year due to teacher shortages and learning loss from the pandemic. Creating a classroom environment that is positive, supportive, respectful, and engaging is tantamount to a successful fall. We couldn't do it without the support of the Donorschoose community.\r\n\r\nPlease consider our class for the future. Right now we are requesting a few very important things for our classroom. The most important project we are posting is for an additional water cooler for students who need hydration to perform at their peak. Our other important projects are for some basic needs for our new year. Our future project requests include items for track, to support our school events, and more!","fullyFundedDate":1770402830262,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-track/9966057/","projectTitle":"Back to Track","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Fox","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9790107_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740610575006","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9790107"},{"teacherId":9790107,"projectId":9966079,"letterContent":"Thank you! Your support of our classroom and our year-long learning initiatives are so appreciated. My students are so grateful to Donorschoose and the Donorschoose community for your continued support of our school. The impacts of these kind of important projects, especially for kids with high needs, are tremendous in our community! I am go grateful for your support as we are now underway into the fall semester and are already planning for winter and spring sports.\r\n\r\nWe are really looking forward to continuing this school year in the most positive way possible. Our students and staff experienced a difficult school year last year due to teacher shortages and learning loss from the pandemic. Creating a classroom environment that is positive, supportive, respectful, and engaging is tantamount to a successful fall. We couldn't do it without the support of the Donorschoose community.\r\n\r\nPlease consider our class for the future. Right now we are requesting a few very important things for our classroom. The most important project we are posting is for an additional water cooler for students who need hydration to perform at their peak. Our other important projects are for some basic needs for our new year. 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I am go grateful for your support as we are now underway into the fall semester and are already planning for winter and spring sports.\r\n\r\nWe are really looking forward to continuing this school year in the most positive way possible. Our students and staff experienced a difficult school year last year due to teacher shortages and learning loss from the pandemic. Creating a classroom environment that is positive, supportive, respectful, and engaging is tantamount to a successful fall. We couldn't do it without the support of the Donorschoose community.\r\n\r\nPlease consider our class for the future. Right now we are requesting a few very important things for our classroom. The most important project we are posting is for an additional water cooler for students who need hydration to perform at their peak. Our other important projects are for some basic needs for our new year. 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I am so grateful for your support as we are now underway into the winter semester and are already planning for programming for our outdoor classroom, indoor garden, and Life Skills students throughout the year.\r\n\r\nWe are really looking forward to continuing this school year in the most positive way possible. Creating a classroom environment that is positive, supportive, respectful, and engaging is tantamount to a successful school year. We couldn't do it without the support of the Donorschoose community.\r\n\r\nPlease consider our class for the future. Right now we are requesting a few very important things for our classroom. The most important project posted is for more bird seed to support our biodiversity gardens through winter and spring - as the autistic Life Skills students teacher for our building, I can't tell you in words how important these projects are to support their daily routines. We will also be seeking items to support our Cozy Cup Cafe, where our students learn to tender money and take orders. Our future project requests include items for our school-wide events, materials for our outdoor classroom, and basic needs for projects and hygiene. We are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1749215582256,"projectUrl":"project/ausome-artwork-displayed/9368693/","projectTitle":"AUsome Artwork Displayed","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pekata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2724157"},{"teacherId":2724157,"projectId":10026285,"letterContent":"Thank you! Your support of our students and our outdoor learning initiatives are appreciated. My students are so grateful to be able to support their scientific learning by serving the outdoors and we could not do it without the materials provided in this project. The impacts of these kinds of projects, especially for kids with high needs, are tremendous in our community! I am so grateful for your support as we are now underway into the winter semester and are already planning for programming for our outdoor classroom, indoor garden, and Life Skills students throughout the year.\r\n\r\nWe are really looking forward to continuing this school year in the most positive way possible. Creating a classroom environment that is positive, supportive, respectful, and engaging is tantamount to a successful school year. We couldn't do it without the support of the Donorschoose community.\r\n\r\nPlease consider our class for the future. Right now we are requesting a few very important things for our classroom. The most important project posted is for more bird seed to support our biodiversity gardens through winter and spring - as the autistic Life Skills students teacher for our building, I can't tell you in words how important these projects are to support their daily routines. We will also be seeking items to support our Cozy Cup Cafe, where our students learn to tender money and take orders. Our future project requests include items for our school-wide events, materials for our outdoor classroom, and basic needs for projects and hygiene. We are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1768674382322,"projectUrl":"project/seeds-for-spring/10026285/","projectTitle":"Seeds for Spring","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pekata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2724157"},{"teacherId":2724157,"projectId":9922192,"letterContent":"Thank you! Your support of our students and our outdoor learning initiatives are appreciated. My students are so grateful to be able to support their scientific learning by serving the outdoors and we could not do it without the materials provided in this project. The impacts of these kinds of projects, especially for kids with high needs, are tremendous in our community! I am so grateful for your support as we are now underway into the winter semester and are already planning for programming for our outdoor classroom, indoor garden, and Life Skills students throughout the year.\r\n\r\nWe are really looking forward to continuing this school year in the most positive way possible. Creating a classroom environment that is positive, supportive, respectful, and engaging is tantamount to a successful school year. We couldn't do it without the support of the Donorschoose community.\r\n\r\nPlease consider our class for the future. Right now we are requesting a few very important things for our classroom. The most important project posted is for more bird seed to support our biodiversity gardens through winter and spring - as the autistic Life Skills students teacher for our building, I can't tell you in words how important these projects are to support their daily routines. We will also be seeking items to support our Cozy Cup Cafe, where our students learn to tender money and take orders. Our future project requests include items for our school-wide events, materials for our outdoor classroom, and basic needs for projects and hygiene. 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I am so grateful for your support as we are now underway into the winter semester and are already planning for programming for our outdoor classroom, indoor garden, and Life Skills students throughout the year.\r\nWe are really looking forward to continuing this school year in the most positive way possible. Creating a classroom environment that is positive, supportive, respectful, and engaging is tantamount to a successful school year. We couldn't do it without the support of the Donorschoose community.\r\n\r\nPlease consider our class for the future. Right now we are requesting a few very important things for our classroom. The most important project posted is for more bird seed to support our biodiversity gardens through winter and spring - as the autistic Life Skills students teacher for our building, I can't tell you in words how important these projects are to support their daily routines. We will also be seeking items to support our Cozy Cup Cafe, where our students learn to tender money and take orders. Our future project requests include items for our school-wide events, materials for our outdoor classroom, and basic needs for projects and hygiene. We are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1764774838389,"projectUrl":"project/stewarding-biodiversity-2/9922185/","projectTitle":"Stewarding Biodiversity - 2","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pekata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2724157"},{"teacherId":1902333,"projectId":10021355,"letterContent":"Because of you, our classroom is now filled with more than just lessons it's filled with care, comfort, and opportunity.\r\n\r\nYour support of Snacks That Support Learning has made a meaningful difference in the daily lives of my students. Many of our learners come to school carrying more than backpacks they carry responsibilities, stress, and sometimes hunger. Thanks to your generosity, we are now able to provide healthy snacks that help students stay focused, energized, and ready to learn.\r\nThe Impact of Your Donation\r\n\t•\tStudents are more attentive during lessons.\r\n\t•\tAfternoon fatigue has decreased.\r\n\t•\tParticipation has increased because students feel physically ready to engage.\r\n\t•\tStudents feel cared for and that emotional security improves confidence.\r\n\r\nA simple snack has become a powerful tool for academic success.","fullyFundedDate":1768612273898,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-that-support-learning/10021355/","projectTitle":"Snacks That Support Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Melanie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1902333_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724281095909","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/melanietard"},{"teacherId":10397653,"projectId":10055428,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Warmth, Care, and Hunger project. Because of you, my students are able to come to school feeling safe, cared for, and ready to learn. When basic needs are met, students are better able to focus, sustain attention, and fully engage in learning activities throughout the day.\r\n\r\nThe materials you provided help bridge the gap between my students' homes and our classroom by ensuring they have consistent access to comfort and care while at school. This consistency creates a sense of stability that supports emotional well-being and academic growth. Families are also positively impacted, knowing their children are being supported in a nurturing environment where their needs truly matter.\r\n\r\nThrough your donation, my students now have opportunities to build and modify their personal knowledge across all areas of learning. They are more confident, more willing to participate, and better able to collaborate with their peers. 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