{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"21st Century Public Academy","outOfStateSupporters":23.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":238863,"projectId":9820136,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this project and investing in the well-being of our students. Your generosity reaches far beyond snacks and supplies — it directly touches the lives of children who show up every day with courage, hope, and determination.\r\n\r\nOur classroom is filled with bright, resilient, and hard-working students who are eager to learn, even when life presents challenges. Many of them navigate difficulties outside of school. Yet they walk through our doors with smiles, big dreams, and a commitment to doing their best.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, I can make sure students have what they need to start their day with dignity and confidence. A simple breakfast, a healthy snack, or something as small as a fresh hair tie can completely shift a child's morning. These small items help students feel cared for, grounded, and ready to focus on learning.\r\n\r\nYour donation will provide warmth, comfort, and nourishment. With cereal cups, granola bars, crackers, applesauce, and fruit cups, no student will have to begin their day hungry. With hair ties and small combs available, students can feel neat and confident as they enter the classroom. These essentials may seem small, but to our students, they make a world of difference.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our kids and helping create a classroom where every student feels supported, valued, and ready to learn. Your kindness matters more than you know.","fullyFundedDate":1762874900816,"projectUrl":"project/full-bellies-and-fresh-starts-for-our-st/9820136/","projectTitle":"Full Bellies and Fresh Starts for Our Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. D.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp238863_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470585508716","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/238863"},{"teacherId":238863,"projectId":9036672,"letterContent":"It has been a while since this donation was made to us. So, I bet you wondered what happened. We got busy reading and learning things about history using these books as a backdrop. The summer came way too fast. The before you know not I was in my class with a whole new group of students who are gravitating to this book series!\r\n\r\nAs the teacher of both of these wonderful classes, I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous gift. The \"I Survived\" books have truly transformed our classroom library and ignited a love of reading in students who previously struggled to engage with books. Every day I hear students excitedly talking about history, natural disasters, and survival—all through the lens of literature. These books have become a blessing to our room, sparking curiosity, empathy, and resilience. We feel seen, supported, and truly grateful.\r\n\r\nYour donation has made a wonderful impact on my students!","fullyFundedDate":1746018442038,"projectUrl":"project/surviving-history-building-readers-and/9036672/","projectTitle":"Surviving History: Building Readers and Connections to the Past","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. D.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp238863_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470585508716","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/238863"},{"teacherId":238863,"projectId":9106162,"letterContent":"Step right up and witness the magic your generosity made possible! Thanks to your support of our project, Reading Under the Big Top: A Carnival of Stories!, our school was transformed into a joyful celebration of literacy—complete with popcorn, cotton candy, pickles, games, and most importantly, families practicing reading together.\r\n\r\nOur family reading night was truly the greatest show on earth! It was our best turnout ever—students, siblings, parents, and grandparents gathered in record numbers to celebrate stories. Everywhere you looked, you could see families working together with smiling, laughing, and talking about characters, plots, fluency, phonemic awareness, rhymes, and more. The carnival-themed games added excitement and playfulness while still reinforcing key reading skills. Children practiced fluency at the \"Reading Ring Toss,\" decoded words at the \"Bean Bag Toss,\" followed written directions building their own \"Bumper Cars\", enjoyed rhyming at our \"Splat Game\", made story predictions, and many more games/ activities at the Reading Carnival It was learning disguised as fun—and it worked beautifully.\r\n\r\nIn our classrooms, the energy from the event has carried over. Students are still buzzing about their favorite parts and re-reading books they discovered that night. Our classroom libraries grew richer thanks to this project, giving students more choices that excite and engage them. One student told me, \"I didn't know reading could be this fun with my whole family!\" That's the kind of connection that lasts far beyond a single night.\r\n\r\nThis project didn't just support an event—it built a community of readers. Parents saw how fun and important reading can be, and students felt proud sharing that experience with the people they love most. Together, we're not just teaching reading skills—we're building a lifelong love of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1744242631790,"projectUrl":"project/reading-under-the-big-top-a-carnival-o/9106162/","projectTitle":"\"Reading Under the Big Top: a Carnival of Stories!\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. D.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp238863_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470585508716","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/238863"},{"teacherId":238863,"projectId":9021711,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has been transformed into a hub of curiosity, imagination, and pure reading joy! Our project, Magical, Mysterious, and Spine-Chilling Stories for Young Readers, brought a wave of excitement that's still echoing through our bookshelves—and our hearts.\r\n\r\nThe moment the box of books arrived, the room was filled with gasps, \"oohs,\" and \"aahs.\" Students rushed over, eyes wide, hands reaching, and noses close—yes, they were even smelling the books, soaking in the scent of fresh pages like they were opening treasure chests. The joy of opening a brand-new book, especially one full of magic and mystery, was a powerful moment for many of our readers.\r\n\r\nThese books haven't stayed on shelves for long—they're being passed around like trading cards. \"Can I borrow that one next?\" is a common request. Students who were once hesitant readers are now begging for more time with their books. It's not unusual to find them sneaking in a few more pages during transitions or free time.\r\n\r\nThis project didn't just put books in our hands—it lit a fire for reading that is spreading throughout the room. Thank you for making it possible. You've given our young readers stories that capture their imaginations and characters they'll remember. We are incredibly grateful for your belief in our classroom and in the magic of a good book.","fullyFundedDate":1739371421069,"projectUrl":"project/magical-mysterious-and-spine-chilling/9021711/","projectTitle":"Magical, Mysterious, and Spine-Chilling Stories for Young Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. D.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp238863_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470585508716","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/238863"},{"teacherId":238863,"projectId":8763123,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your generous support of our Water is Life project! Because of your kindness, my 5th graders now have the tools to explore the vital role of water in our world and take action to protect our environment.\r\n\r\nWith the trash grabbers and trash can, students are not just learning about pollution—they're actively cleaning up our school grounds, tracking the types of litter they find, and brainstorming ways to reduce waste. The powerful stories in The Water Lady and A Long Walk to Water have sparked meaningful discussions about perseverance, access to clean water, and the global impact of water scarcity. Students are even creating presentations to share what they've learned with our school community.\r\n\r\nUsing the infrared temperature guns, we've will be investigating heat sinks, water retention, and the effects of urban surfaces on temperature. Students will compare temperatures of grass, pavement, and water to better understand how our environment absorbs and retains heat. These hands-on experiences will make science real and relevant, inspiring them to think critically about solutions for a more sustainable future.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, this project is more than just a lesson—it's an opportunity for our students to become environmental stewards, researchers, and advocates for change. We are so grateful for your support in helping us put our learning into action!\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1735667501823,"projectUrl":"project/water-is-life-action-project/8763123/","projectTitle":"Water is Life Action Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. D.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp238863_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470585508716","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/238863"},{"teacherId":238863,"projectId":8859904,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your generous support of our soccer goal project! Because of your kindness, our students now have an exciting way to stay active, work as a team, and enjoy recess and PE even more. Your contribution has truly made a difference, and I can already see the joy and enthusiasm it is bringing to our school community.\r\n\r\nYour generosity goes beyond just providing equipment—it fosters teamwork, sportsmanship, and a love for the game. My students and I deeply appreciate your support, and we are so grateful for the positive impact you've made.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in our students and helping us create a fun and active learning environment!","fullyFundedDate":1728756945722,"projectUrl":"project/soccer-for-all/8859904/","projectTitle":"Soccer for All","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. D.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp238863_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470585508716","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/238863"},{"teacherId":238863,"projectId":8762174,"letterContent":"Through hands-on activities like running a class store and managing virtual bank accounts, students gained valuable real-world experience that has already begun to shape their understanding of money and personal finance. The class store, in particular, was an exciting project that allowed students to put their knowledge of pricing, budgeting, and saving into action. They were able to witness firsthand the consequences of good and poor financial decisions, and it sparked engaging discussions about how financial choices impact their daily lives.\r\n\r\nThe lessons on bank accounts and the importance of saving, along with understanding interest rates and budgeting, have provided students with essential tools for managing their finances. By simulating real-world financial scenarios, we were able to demystify the often complex topics of of needs versus wants, savings accounts versus checking accounts, , and interest. I am proud to say that many students have already begun applying what they've learned, including setting up personal savings goals and developing more mindful spending habits.","fullyFundedDate":1726525003557,"projectUrl":"project/help-students-learn-financial-responsibi/8762174/","projectTitle":"Help Students Learn Financial Responsibility","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. D.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp238863_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470585508716","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/238863"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_69994","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":377,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":51,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":7,"percentWhite":80,"percentIndigenous":3,"percentLatinx":6,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"1 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":76.5,"schoolId":69994,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about 21st Century Public Academy on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"21st Century Public Academy","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-mexico/new-mexico-department-of-education/twenty-first-century-public-acad/69994"}