{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Curtis High School","outOfStateSupporters":30.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8790998,"projectId":9925569,"letterContent":"The Fueling Minds with Snacks project has made an immediate and meaningful difference in our classroom. With consistent access to healthy snacks, students are able to stay focused and engaged during lessons—especially during longer instructional blocks when attention naturally starts to fade. I've watched students grab a quick snack before diving into group work or independent practice, and the shift in their energy and perseverance is unmistakable. \r\nWhen the snacks first arrived, the students' reactions were priceless. Many were surprised that donors would care enough about them to provide something so essential yet often overlooked. Their excitement quickly turned into gratitude, and they began treating the snacks as tools for learning rather than simple treats. Several students even shared that having snacks available helps them worry less about coming to school hungry and more about participating deeply in class.\r\nThanks to your generosity, our next steps involve helping students take greater ownership of their learning and well‑being. At the high school level, students are juggling rigorous coursework, after‑school responsibilities, and often part‑time jobs. With the snack resources in place, they'll be able to maintain focus during extended lessons, project-based learning, and exam preparation. \r\nAs students work through research projects, lab activities, and college- and career-readiness tasks, these snacks will continue to support their stamina and engagement. Your support is helping them build habits and mindsets that will benefit them far beyond the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1770387896681,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-minds-with-snacks/9925569/","projectTitle":"Fueling Minds with Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Holzer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8790998"},{"teacherId":5979864,"projectId":9845172,"letterContent":"On behalf of our high school jazz bands, thank you for your generous support in helping us acquire our new jazz drum set. Your investment has had an immediate and meaningful impact on our students and our program.\r\n\r\nThe new drum set has elevated the sound, energy, and professionalism of our ensembles. Our drummers are now able to develop proper technique, stylistic authenticity, and confidence using an instrument that truly reflects the demands of jazz performance. Just as importantly, the entire band benefits from a stronger rhythmic foundation, allowing students to listen more closely, swing more freely, and perform at a higher artistic level.\r\n\r\nBeyond the musical improvements, this gift communicates something powerful to our students: that their learning, creativity, and hard work matter to a community that believes in them. Your generosity has strengthened not only our classroom resources, but also our students' pride and motivation.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting music education and for making a lasting difference in the lives of our young musicians. We are deeply grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1769129479310,"projectUrl":"project/jazz-drum-set/9845172/","projectTitle":"Jazz Drum Set","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5979864_orig.png?crop=606,606,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731006117531","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/curtishsmusic"},{"teacherId":10241927,"projectId":9682892,"letterContent":"I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude for the generous donation of the new drum throne to our high school's Modern Band and Jazz Band programs. This addition has made an immediate and meaningful impact on our students.\r\nA stable, comfortable, and height‑adjustable drum throne may seem like a small upgrade, but it has significantly improved our percussionists' posture, endurance, and confidence during rehearsals and performances. Students are now better able to focus on technique and musicality rather than discomfort or balance—an improvement that has elevated the overall sound and cohesion of both ensembles. Several students have already commented on how much easier it is to maintain proper form and control when seated correctly.\r\nYour support directly enhances the daily experience of our young musicians and helps create an environment where they can grow, take risks, and discover their artistic voices. We are truly grateful for your investment in their success and in the future of our music program.\r\nThank you again for your kindness and commitment to our students.","fullyFundedDate":1758220015845,"projectUrl":"project/drum-thrones-for-jazz-and-modern-band/9682892/","projectTitle":"Drum Thrones for Jazz and Modern Band","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Calabrese","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10241927"},{"teacherId":9372549,"projectId":9897441,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of chips, fruit snacks, and Gatorade! Your support gives my students quick energy and hydration, helping them stay focused, alert, and ready to learn throughout the day. These snacks also show them they are cared for, creating a sense of community and support in the classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of donors like you, my students are fueled and motivated to succeed. My next project will focus on creating a welcoming classroom environment, filled with décor that inspires, motivates, and makes every student feel valued.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your generosity fosters a sense of belonging and encouragement. When students see that someone cares enough to provide these everyday comforts, it sends a message that they are valued and that their learning environment is a supportive space. Your contribution not only nourishes their bodies but also their confidence, motivation, and excitement to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1766067635093,"projectUrl":"project/small-snacks-big-impact/9897441/","projectTitle":"Small Snacks, Big Impact","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. N Ahmed","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9372549_orig.jpg?crop=1747,1747,x1518,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755542402624","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9372549"},{"teacherId":7829549,"projectId":9893901,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to my \"STEM SUPPLIES: Coded Art and Fashion\" fundraiser. The Brother SE-600 embroidery machine provided an awesome opportunity for my students to use their coding skills to make something they could touch and see off screen--a beautiful quilt made from their designs.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, I saw this project push my students to care more about the details of their design. When their designs were just executed on the screen, many students were just messing around, and, I realized, not really understanding the output. Asking them to make a design to be added to a quilt made them care more about their product. It also highlighted areas of struggle that I didn't recognize before, such as the importance of the sequence of their code, and using coordinates and size to position their designs.\r\n\r\nMany of my students had never seen a sewing machine in use before! One of them though, was particularly engaged because a sewing machine was a part of every home in his home country of Bangladesh. He made one of the most popular designs--a \"Roblox man face\"--that has attracted a lot of admiration from students. He's working on another design for a kitchen towel as a birthday present for his mother.\r\n\r\nThank you again! This machine should provide years of use and inspiration for the students of Curtis High School.","fullyFundedDate":1763600994788,"projectUrl":"project/stem-supplies-coded-art-and-fashion/9893901/","projectTitle":"STEM Supplies: Coded Art and Fashion","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McCoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7829549"},{"teacherId":7829549,"projectId":9733145,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to my \"Coded Fashion Supplies\" fundraiser. The Cricut materials and other supplies provided an awesome opportunity for my students to use their coding skills to make something they could touch and see off screen--cards, stickers, and custom clothing. \r\n\r\nAs a teacher, I see these tactile computer science projects push my students to care more about the details of their design. When their designs were just executed on the screen, many students were just messing around, and, I realized, not really understanding the output. Asking them to make a design that would be executed in real life made them care more about their product. It also highlighted areas of struggle that I didn't recognize before, such as the importance of the sequence of their code, and using coordinates and size to position their designs.\r\n\r\nAs I continue to develop rich curricula and experiences for students in our Software Engineering Program, I depend on and am very grateful for the support of the Donors Choose community.","fullyFundedDate":1758667900505,"projectUrl":"project/coded-fashion-supplies/9733145/","projectTitle":"Coded Fashion Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McCoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7829549"},{"teacherId":9372549,"projectId":9771533,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your generous support of our classroom project. Because of your kindness, we received supplies that are already making a positive difference in our students' daily experience and learning.\r\n\r\nOur students have loved having a variety of healthy snacks and treats, like granola bars, Cheez-It crackers, and cookies. These snacks have brought joy and energy into our room, especially on long afternoons. It is helping students stay engaged and ready to learn. Seeing their faces light up when they discover what's in the snack basket is one of our favorite moments! Your support is helping ensure all students have access to something they enjoy, and that really matters. \r\n\r\nWe've also started using the rolling cart to organize materials and classroom supplies, which has helped make transitions smoother and gives students a clear space to find what they need. The added tissues, Febreze, and Clorox wipes are helping us keep our learning space clean and comfortable.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in our classroom and investing in our students. Your generosity doesn't just provide supplies; it builds a community where students feel cared for and excited to participate. We are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1763481768942,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials/9771533/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. N Ahmed","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9372549_orig.jpg?crop=1747,1747,x1518,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755542402624","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9372549"},{"teacherId":5979864,"projectId":9819016,"letterContent":"I wanted to share how instrumental the new timbales have been! They've added an incredible layer of rhythmic intensity and authenticity to our sound, particularly when we dive into the Latin repertoire.\r\n\r\nThe cutting, metallic tone and the ability to execute crisp cascara and dynamic fills have fundamentally energized pieces like \"Manteca\", \"Sofrito\", and \"Oye Como Va.\" Our rhythm section feels tighter and more vibrant, and the audience response to the enhanced Latin groove has been fantastic.\r\n\r\nIt's been a game-changer for our performances!","fullyFundedDate":1764714340629,"projectUrl":"project/make-some-noise-timbales-campaign/9819016/","projectTitle":"Make Some Noise: Timbales Campaign","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5979864_orig.png?crop=606,606,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731006117531","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/curtishsmusic"},{"teacherId":8790998,"projectId":9852612,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been filled with both energy and joy. The snacks from Help Fuel Minds and Hearts: Snacks for Our Students have quickly become an essential part of our daily routine. As a Title I school, many of our students come to class hungry and unable to focus, which makes learning especially difficult. Having healthy snacks available has changed that—students are now able to concentrate during lessons and group projects. \r\nWhen the snacks first arrived, the students' faces lit up with excitement. They couldn't believe that people outside our school cared enough to provide something so thoughtful. The room buzzed with gratitude and happiness as they explored the snack options. It was a powerful reminder that kindness can make learning feel even more special.","fullyFundedDate":1763134716215,"projectUrl":"project/help-fuel-minds-and-hearts-snacks-for-o/9852612/","projectTitle":"Help Fuel Minds and Hearts: Snacks for Our Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Holzer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8790998"},{"teacherId":7829549,"projectId":9605401,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to my \"Coding Fashion\" fundraiser. The Brother SE-700 embroidery machine provided an awesome opportunity for my students to use their coding skills to make something they could touch and see off screen--from a quilt of felt squares to take home canvas bags.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, I saw this project push my students to care more about the details of their design. When their designs were just executed on the screen, many students were just messing around, and, I realized, not really understanding the output. Asking them to make a design that would be embroidered made them care more about their product. It also highlighted areas of struggle that I didn't recognize before, such as the importance of the sequence of their code, and using coordinates and size to position their designs.\r\n\r\nMany of my students had never seen a sewing machine in use before! One of them though, was particularly engaged because a sewing machine was a part of every home in his home country of Bangladesh. He made one of the most popular designs--a \"Roblox man face\"--that has attracted a lot of admiration from students. He's working on another design for a kitchen towel as a birthday present for his mother.\r\n\r\nThank you again! This machine should provide years of use and inspiration for the students of Curtis High School.","fullyFundedDate":1755553130679,"projectUrl":"project/coding-fashion/9605401/","projectTitle":"Coding Fashion!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McCoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7829549"},{"teacherId":5979864,"projectId":9483369,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for funding our project. It is hard to fully capture the energy in the band room when my freshmen students saw the brand-new method books. For many, this is their first year in high school band, and holding a crisp, clean book—without torn pages or pencil marks from students who graduated years ago—gave them an immediate sense of pride and professionalism. There was a literal buzz of excitement as they flipped through the pages, seeing the songs and exercises they would soon be mastering.\r\n\r\nWe dove into using the books that very same day. They are the foundation of our daily rehearsals, guiding us through everything from proper posture and breathing to reading our first notes and rhythms. \r\n\r\nThese books are our roadmap for the entire year. Now that we have established our fundamental skills, our next step is to tackle more complex rhythms and begin learning our first full-band concert piece. The skills they are building daily in these method books are the exact skills they will need to confidently perform at our upcoming winter concert. Your donation wasn't just about paper and ink; it was about giving these students the tools to build an ensemble, find their musical voice, and start their high school careers with success.","fullyFundedDate":1760755054416,"projectUrl":"project/beginning-band-method-books/9483369/","projectTitle":"Beginning Band Method Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5979864_orig.png?crop=606,606,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731006117531","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/curtishsmusic"},{"teacherId":5979864,"projectId":9819020,"letterContent":"The recent acquisition of a new set of professional-quality timpani mallets has made an immediate and significant impact on our Symphonic and Concert Band programs. Previously, our students worked with old, heavily worn mallets that produced muffled, indistinct tones.\r\n\r\nThese new mallets allow our percussionists to achieve true clarity, articulation, and tonal warmth from the instruments. This has dramatically expanded our bands' expressive and dynamic range, elevating the musicality of the entire ensemble. Furthermore, our students are now learning the critical skill of selecting specific mallets for different musical colors, directly enhancing their education and our overall performance quality.","fullyFundedDate":1760693533746,"projectUrl":"project/timpani-mallets/9819020/","projectTitle":"Timpani Mallets","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5979864_orig.png?crop=606,606,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731006117531","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/curtishsmusic"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_1196","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":2445,"numTeachers":142,"percentFrplEligible":80,"percentAsian":7,"percentBlack":29,"percentWhite":10,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":48,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"17.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":69.2,"schoolId":1196,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Curtis High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Curtis High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/curtis-high-school/1196"}