{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"P469X @ TAFT","outOfStateSupporters":55.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9910492,"projectId":10750870,"letterContent":"Thank you all very much for donating modern cabinet making tools to our program. \r\nThey will be used by my students to apply edge banding to projects that they build that are made of plywood.\r\n\r\nFastCap designs and sells innovative tools that are made for craftspeople to use on the job to get high quality results.Having these tools in the shop will give my students the chance to master their use and get the best results possible. When they are working in the field they will have a tremendous advantage over workers who were never exposed to these tools","fullyFundedDate":1792601838687,"projectUrl":"project/modern-cabinet-making-tools-and-techniqu/10750870/","projectTitle":"Modern Cabinet Making Tools and Technique for Aspiring Young Carpenters!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. C.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9910492_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761252007110","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9910492"},{"teacherId":9910492,"projectId":10713665,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for donating a Dewalt cordless pin nailer to our program . It will be used to install trim to projects keeping it in place until the glue dries.\r\n\r\nWe are going to put this tool to the test building a grandfather clock . Shop made molding will be installed using our new pin nailer. \r\n\r\nThank you for your support of Special Education and CTE Carpentry. Young people need options for when they graduate high school and CTE programs are a path that students could follow . The workforce is in need of skilled trades people.","fullyFundedDate":1791566183866,"projectUrl":"project/pinned-cordless-23-gauge-nailer-for-you/10713665/","projectTitle":"Pinned! Cordless 23 Gauge Nailer for Young Carpenters!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. C.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9910492_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761252007110","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9910492"},{"teacherId":9910492,"projectId":10731517,"letterContent":"Thank you all very much for donating the various screws to our CTE Carpentry Program.\r\nThe screws will be used for all of our fastening needs in the shop. Students build with wood , metal , and plastic regularly. The screws you donated are all of the sizes and types we use. It is like having a hardware store right in the shop. \r\n\r\nWe sorted and labeled the screws and then build a rack to store and access them so we can efficiently work.\r\n\r\nThe rack is screwed to a wall where it is easy for students to reach yet not be in the way.","fullyFundedDate":1792390350843,"projectUrl":"project/building-materials-dynamics-not-all-sci/10731517/","projectTitle":"Building Materials Dynamics- Not All Science Happens in a Lab","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. C.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9910492_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761252007110","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9910492"},{"teacherId":9910492,"projectId":10722424,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating the silicone mats to our CTE Carpentry Program. We have used them for glue ups and painting so far. The mats worked as described. Wood glue peeled right off and latex paint released from the surface of the mat with warm water and no scrubbing.\r\n\r\nThe mats will be used to protect the bench tops in the shop. When working it is almost impossible to avoid making a mess with glue and paint. The mats you donated will be a tremendous help with controlling and cleaning up of and mess that is made. \r\n\r\nThanks again for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1792211717250,"projectUrl":"project/i-am-stuck-like-glue-but-dont-want-to/10722424/","projectTitle":"I Am Stuck Like Glue But Don’t Want To Be","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. C.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9910492_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761252007110","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9910492"},{"teacherId":9910492,"projectId":10731602,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for donating jig making parts to our program. Having them on hand will allow us to build jigs and fixtures as needed to solve various woodworking problems in the shop. \r\n\r\nI am very grateful that you donated them to us. In the past I purchased parts as needed through a mail order woodworking company .\r\nWaiting for delivery usually held things up for a week. Now we have a stock of parts in the shop . That totally eliminates the dreaded order and waiting game we were forced to play in the past.","fullyFundedDate":1792018412096,"projectUrl":"project/a-jig-is-not-always-a-dance-carpenters-b/10731602/","projectTitle":"A Jig Is Not Always a Dance Carpenters Build Them","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. C.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9910492_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761252007110","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9910492"},{"teacherId":9910492,"projectId":10746269,"letterContent":"Thank you all very much for the tool stand you donated. It will be used in our CTE Carpentry Shop. We are redoing our tool / machine stations so the space is as usable as possible.\r\n\r\nThe stand you donated is made of steel and we will build drawers in the open space under it. That drawers will be used for storage of shop supplies, drill bits and router bits. We have many expensive tools and having the drawers will be critical for keeping track of everything.\r\n\r\nIt's best practice to keep a work space neat and orderly and the tool stand you donated will help us do that.","fullyFundedDate":1792284649347,"projectUrl":"project/tool-stand-needed-by-future-carpenters/10746269/","projectTitle":"Tool Stand Needed by Future Carpenters","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. C.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9910492_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761252007110","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9910492"},{"teacherId":2771760,"projectId":10655086,"letterContent":"Your generous donation of the Bosch 12V cordless circular saw means so much to our woodshop program and, most importantly, to our students. Thank you for continuing to invest in their growth, creativity, and potential!\r\n\r\nIn our woodshop, every tool represents an opportunity for students to discover what they can accomplish. This cordless circular saw will help our students develop important woodworking skills, practice accurate measuring and cutting, and gain a deeper understanding of how raw materials can be transformed into something meaningful. As they participate in hands-on projects, they are also building patience, problem-solving skills, independence, and confidence in their abilities.\r\n\r\nFor our students with special needs, these experiences are especially valuable. The opportunity to work with real tools, learn new techniques, and see a project come together piece by piece gives them a tremendous sense of pride and accomplishment. Every successful cut and every completed project is another reminder that they are capable of achieving great things.\r\n\r\nYour generosity helps us provide meaningful, hands-on learning experiences that might otherwise be out of reach. This Bosch circular saw will become part of countless learning opportunities, helping our students turn their ideas into reality while preparing them for future challenges and possibilities.\r\n\r\nWe are truly humbled by your continued support. You are more than a donor; you are a valued part of our classroom community. Thank you for believing in our students, supporting their dreams, and helping us create a woodshop where creativity, determination, and accomplishment can flourish.","fullyFundedDate":1792206216970,"projectUrl":"project/building-futures-one-cut-at-a-time/10655086/","projectTitle":"Building Futures One Cut at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. LaPorta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2771760_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x297,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742487604602","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2771760"},{"teacherId":9910492,"projectId":10733837,"letterContent":"Thank you all very much for donating the equidistant dividers to our CTE Carpentry program. \r\nThe students were very excited to open the box and get their hands on them. \r\nThey were very interested in the function of the tool. \r\nThe tools will be used to space out screws and hooks when working in the shop.\r\nHaving a tool that spaces distance fast and easy is a big win for use in a shop.\r\nSpeed and accuracy are the key when working on the job site. \r\n\r\nI really appreciate your support of CTE Education as a pathway for young people to follow to enter the workforce.","fullyFundedDate":1792211717965,"projectUrl":"project/layout-gauges-for-simplified-measuring/10733837/","projectTitle":"Layout Gauges for Simplified Measuring","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. C.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9910492_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761252007110","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9910492"},{"teacherId":9910492,"projectId":10713789,"letterContent":"Thank you all for contributing to the success of my request of a Dewalt Cordless Brad nailer for the students of my CTE Carpentry Program.\r\n\r\nThe skilled trades are an option for non college bound students. They offer a pathway into to workforce that is driven by the interests the students explore while still in high school. \r\n\r\nThe purpose of attending school is having the opportunity to try different courses and learn what you are interested in. To my Special Education students Carpentry can be a pathway into the workforce.\r\n\r\nThank you for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1791676264420,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-nail-it-cordless-brad-nailer-fo/10713789/","projectTitle":"Help Us Nail It! Cordless Brad Nailer for Young Carpenters","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. C.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9910492_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761252007110","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9910492"},{"teacherId":9910492,"projectId":10715123,"letterContent":"Thank you all for donating a rockler tapering jig to our Carpentry program. The students will use it to safely cut tapers on furniture parts using the jig. \r\n\r\nThe jig had an aluminum bar that tracks in the miter slot of the table saw keeping it moving parallel to the blade when pushed along. \r\n\r\nThe base of the jig had the ability to be angled and had hold downs to keep the stock in place. \r\n\r\nIt's is safe and easy to get repeatable cuts using this jig. The students were very excited to unbox the jig and see first hand the quality of the product.\r\n\r\nThank you for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1791491849399,"projectUrl":"project/safe-precise-table-saw-jig-needed-by-you/10715123/","projectTitle":"Safe Precise Table Saw Jig Needed by Young Carpenters","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. C.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9910492_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761252007110","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9910492"},{"teacherId":3224448,"projectId":10615460,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support! Because of your kind donations, our classroom received new T-squares, a circle cutter, and a scraper. These tools have already made a meaningful difference in our shop.\r\n\r\nFor my special needs students, having access to these specific hand tools is transformative. Working with T-squares and circle cutters directly challenges and improves their hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, and spatial design abilities. Just as importantly, these tools have opened up new avenues for inclusion—they give every single student an opportunity to fully participate and contribute in the shop, showing them that a shop environment offers many valuable jobs beyond operating power tools.\r\n\r\nOur students are actively using these tools to measure, mark, and prepare their design projects with precision. Seeing the wide array of tools and skills involved in a real workshop has sparked a whole new level of enthusiasm and focus. They are truly engaged and genuinely enjoying using these tools every day.\r\n\r\nYour support has given our students confidence, hands-on experience, and a place where everyone can learn and succeed. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1791476954417,"projectUrl":"project/developing-razor-sharp-skills/10615460/","projectTitle":"Developing Razor Sharp Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Picardi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3224448"},{"teacherId":10463779,"projectId":10614421,"letterContent":"The Difference Your Contributions Make\r\n\r\nDear Valued Donors,\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our program, we extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous contributions and continued support. Your generosity makes a meaningful difference by providing the tools, materials, and resources needed to create engaging, hands-on learning experiences for our students.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, we have been able to strengthen our hands-on learning environment with essential tools and educational supplies, including a cordless tool combination kit, jigsaw, electrical circuit kits, safety goggles, wiring supplies, hand tools, and electrical accessories.\r\n\r\nThese resources allow students to explore science, technology, engineering, and practical problem-solving in meaningful ways. With the Snap Circuits Jr. kit and electrical wiring materials, students can experiment with electrical connections and learn foundational concepts in electronics. The cordless tools, screwdriver bits, wire strippers, crimpers, and other equipment provide opportunities to develop practical skills, build projects, and gain confidence in using tools safely and responsibly.\r\n\r\nThe addition of safety equipment and organized tool storage also helps us maintain a safer, more effective, and better-organized learning environment. Together, these resources support creativity, teamwork, critical thinking, and the development of skills that students can carry into future educational and career opportunities.\r\n\r\nYour contributions are more than tools and supplies—they are investments in our students' growth, creativity, and future success. Because of your generosity, our students have greater opportunities to turn ideas into projects, apply what they learn in the classroom, and discover new interests through hands-on exploration.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our mission and helping us provide meaningful learning opportunities for our students. 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