{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Belfast Central School","outOfStateSupporters":40.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9565096,"projectId":9942911,"letterContent":"Having safe, healthy, yet yummy snacks for our district's diabetic students has helped tremendously. The students were excited to see some of their favorite snacks available, and felt comforted knowing that there was always a safe food option for them.\r\n\r\nThe student's parents were also grateful knowing that the school was able to provide snacks to help regulate their child's sugar levels at any moment.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us keep our students healthy and safe this school year by supporting this project.","fullyFundedDate":1765136867788,"projectUrl":"project/balanced-bites-helping-diabetic-student/9942911/","projectTitle":"Balanced Bites: Helping Diabetic Students Thrive in Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cassie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565096_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724942643323","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cassiewarnica"},{"teacherId":9565096,"projectId":9829151,"letterContent":"The Desk Pet Project was used to help student behavior throughout our district, and for students that were struggling with school avoidance and confidence.\r\n\r\nThe students who participated were able to select their animal, put it in the dome, name their animal, and some decided to create a habitat within the dome for their desk pet. \r\n\r\nThis tool has allowed students to have \"someone\" to read to, talk to, feel comforted by, and be rewarded with after making positive choices.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting this project!","fullyFundedDate":1760698899967,"projectUrl":"project/desk-pets-and-storage/9829151/","projectTitle":"Desk Pets and Storage","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cassie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565096_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724942643323","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cassiewarnica"},{"teacherId":9797960,"projectId":10045642,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students have been actively using the new materials every day during STEAM and math lessons. The balance ball seats have helped students stay engaged and focused during whole-group instruction and independent work. Our safety goggles have transformed simple science explorations into exciting hands-on investigations, making students feel like real scientists. One memorable moment was watching students use the Clip Connect Building Sets to work collaboratively on engineering challenges. They eagerly planned, built, tested, and improved their creations while practicing problem-solving and teamwork skills.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement in our classroom was incredible. Students couldn't wait to explore the new resources and immediately began asking questions about how we would use them. The geometric 3D blocks quickly became a favorite as students examined shapes, counted faces and vertices, and built structures together. The 10-frame dice sets have also made math practice more engaging, helping students strengthen number sense through games and hands-on activities. Seeing their enthusiasm for learning has been one of the greatest gifts these resources have provided.\r\n\r\nAs we continue our learning journey, students will use these materials to deepen their understanding of math, science, and engineering concepts. Upcoming projects include designing and testing structures with the building sets, investigating measurement and balance concepts, and exploring geometry through hands-on shape challenges. These resources are helping students become confident thinkers, creative problem-solvers, and collaborative learners. 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Also, I have been able to send home products to assist with treating the student's homes and living areas. \r\nBeing able to complete treatments has been impactful for these students as learning when you have a chronic issue such as lice becomes very difficult. \r\nThese donations have helped to contain any possible spread of lice throughout our district as well. \r\nThank you to the Tepper Foundation and all other donors!","fullyFundedDate":1769321784840,"projectUrl":"project/comfort-kits-for-itch-free-learning/10053403/","projectTitle":"Comfort Kits for Itch-Free Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mills","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9565102"},{"teacherId":10008383,"projectId":10031611,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing wobble stools for our middle school classroom! Your kindness has helped create a more comfortable, engaging, and student-centered learning environment for my students.\r\n\r\nThe wobble stools have already made a tremendous impact in our classroom. Many middle school students struggle with sitting still and maintaining focus for long periods of time. These flexible seating options allow students to move while they work, helping improve concentration, engagement, and overall productivity during lessons and independent work time.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, the wobble stools have also helped students feel more comfortable and supported in the classroom. Giving students seating choices helps foster independence, confidence, and a sense of ownership over their learning environment. Students are excited to come into class and genuinely appreciate having flexible seating options that meet their individual needs.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has provided more than just stools — you have helped create a classroom atmosphere where students feel valued, supported, and ready to learn. Thank you for investing in my students and helping make our classroom a place where all learners can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1778040194796,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-middle-schoolers/10031611/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for Middle Schoolers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Romance","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10008383_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746017139371","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsromance"},{"teacherId":10008383,"projectId":10077648,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom snack project! Because of your kindness, my middle school students now have access to snacks that help them stay focused, comfortable, and ready to learn throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nMany of my students come to school hungry or go long periods between meals. Having snacks such as Oreos, beef sticks, Goldfish crackers, Pringles, and Rice Krispies available in our classroom has made a meaningful difference. These simple treats provide students with a quick boost of energy and help improve concentration, participation, and overall mood.\r\n\r\nMiddle school can be a challenging time, and your generosity shows my students that people truly care about them and their success. Something as small as a snack can help a student feel seen, supported, and more prepared to take on the day. When the boxes arrived and they were able to unload them into our class \"pantry,\" they were so excited! They can't believe people who don't even know them personally are supporting their learning!\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and helping create a caring environment where students can thrive academically and emotionally. Your support means more than words can express, and we are incredibly grateful for your kindness and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1779290224993,"projectUrl":"project/helping-middle-school-students-stay-focu/10077648/","projectTitle":"Helping Middle School Students Stay Focused and Motivated With Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Romance","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10008383_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746017139371","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsromance"},{"teacherId":10031029,"projectId":10214759,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our \"Respect, Responsibility, and Resilience\" school store project has come to life in a meaningful and exciting way for our students. Your support has allowed us to create a positive incentive program where students can truly see the value of making good choices.\r\nWith the materials you helped provide, our school store is now stocked with engaging toys and rewards that motivate students to demonstrate respectful behavior, take responsibility for their actions, and show resilience when facing challenges. These are not just items on a shelf—they are tools that reinforce lifelong character skills.\r\nFor many of our students, especially those who need extra encouragement, having something tangible to work toward makes a huge difference. It gives them a sense of accomplishment and recognition that builds their confidence.\r\nYour kindness has helped us create a culture where positive behavior is celebrated and reinforced every day. You didn't just fund a project—you've helped shape a supportive environment where students feel valued and motivated to grow.\r\nThank you for believing in our students and investing in their success. We truly appreciate your generosity and the impact you've made in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1779290225259,"projectUrl":"project/respect-responsibility-resilience-toy/10214759/","projectTitle":"Respect, Responsibility, Resilience- Toys for School Store","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Aylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10031029"},{"teacherId":9565113,"projectId":10132325,"letterContent":"Thank you for our new math manipulatives and magic doodle boards. The kids were so excited to hear about these brand new doodle boards to try using in math class to solve problems. Offering this to them is going to make them more excited and engaged for solving math problems daily. \r\n\r\nExpo markers and dry erasers are a constant need in our classroom. Students use these every single day and go through them very often. They are always excited to see more expo markers to use, so they can use them on the whiteboard tables. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generosity towards us. This will make the 2026-2027 school year off to a fun and great start! :)","fullyFundedDate":1779290225684,"projectUrl":"project/5th-6th-math-manipulatives-and-erasabl/10132325/","projectTitle":"5th & 6th Math Manipulatives and Erasable Doodle Boards","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wight","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565113_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1717786152316","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9565113"},{"teacherId":10080659,"projectId":10042299,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the donations for snacks. My students have benefitted greatly from them! It is so beneficial to be able to fuel up with a healthy snack when learning is taking place. \r\n\r\nIt is especially helpful to families who are less fortunate and are unable to send in snacks for their kids. It can be hard to focus on lessons when you're hungry! \r\n\r\nHaving snacks in my classroom has greatly increased student engagement throughout the day! It is a simple thing but it makes a tremendous difference!","fullyFundedDate":1768846698964,"projectUrl":"project/nourish-care/10042299/","projectTitle":"Nourish & Care!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wesche","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10080659_orig.png?crop=1290,1290,x0,y1053&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752614968164","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10080659"},{"teacherId":9565113,"projectId":10000587,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our 6th grade holiday incentives project for the 2026–2027 school year. Your kindness and generosity means more to our students and myself than words can express.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donations, our students will receive special holiday incentives throughout the year, including fidgets, slime, holiday goodie bags, Halloween bracelets, Valentine's Day gifts, and Christmas items. These may seem like small items, but to our students, they represent excitement and feeling cared for.\r\n\r\nAt our small school, resources can be limited, so your support truly makes a difference. These incentives will help motivate students to work hard, make positive behavior choices, and stay engaged in our math classroom. They also help students feel appreciated, valued, and remembered during each holiday season.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is also helping us build a stronger classroom community. Celebrating together creates positive memories, strengthens relationships, and gives students something to look forward to throughout the school year. Thank you for investing in our students and helping create a caring and encouraging classroom learning environment. Your kindness doesn't go unnoticed. Thank you so much! :)","fullyFundedDate":1778040194615,"projectUrl":"project/6th-grade-holiday-incentives/10000587/","projectTitle":"6th Grade Holiday Incentives","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wight","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565113_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1717786152316","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9565113"},{"teacherId":9565113,"projectId":10000151,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of the brand new black stools for my classroom for the 2026–2027 school year. Your kindness and support truly mean so much to both me and my students. We are so excited! \r\n\r\nNext year, I will have 23 students in my classroom, and before your donation, I did not have enough seating for every student. Now every child will have a comfortable place to sit and learn each day. Having enough seating may seem simple, but it makes such a huge difference in creating a welcoming classroom environment.\r\n\r\nThe students were incredibly excited to see the new stools and all of the additional seating options in the classroom. My soon-to-be 6th graders are already looking forward to using them next year! The stools will help create a collaborative and engaging space where students can work together, solve math problems, and feel excited to come to class. It also adds more seating options and flexibility for students to pick their seat for class each day. \r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting my classroom and my students. Your generosity means a lot to our small school. Thank you so much! ❤️","fullyFundedDate":1772423695846,"projectUrl":"project/5th6th-math-classroom-seating/10000151/","projectTitle":"5th/6th Math Classroom Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wight","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565113_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1717786152316","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9565113"},{"teacherId":9405986,"projectId":10042511,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible donation! Each day, my students look forward to snack time, so they can eat something yummy and talk with their friends. But, some of my students do not always have the privilege of bringing in snacks from home. When this happens, I want to provide them with a snack of their choice, so they never feel forgotten or left out. Your donation helped me ensure I had several weeks worth of snacks available to my students! Your kindness does not go unnoticed, my students have appreciated these snacks so much! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1768850584821,"projectUrl":"project/super-snacks/10042511/","projectTitle":"Super Snacks!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sands","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9405986_orig.jpg?crop=2544,2544,x0,y424&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1703698116274","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jordan-sands"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_20908","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":314,"numTeachers":37,"percentFrplEligible":74,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":95,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":1,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":1,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"8.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":59.6,"schoolId":20908,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Belfast Central School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Belfast Central School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/belfast-central-school-district/belfast-central-school/20908"}