{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School","outOfStateSupporters":46.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9757929,"projectId":8798505,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support for our students and they are grateful for your kindness. Our ESL students have increased their English skills in writing and speaking. Due to your support, our student were able to complete their class assignments in English. Now, our students are more comfortable to converse in English and ask questions in class. The ESL students gain better communicate in English, in which they met new friends in school and feel more comfortable with their teachers.\r\nAll ESL students have move on to the next grade level and we are proud of their hard work and their success in school. We value your great support, in which enhanced our commitment to do our best in school.","fullyFundedDate":1727547580435,"projectUrl":"project/esl-class-in-after-school-for-recent-arr/8798505/","projectTitle":"ESL Class in After-School for recent arrival students.","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Diaz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9757929"},{"teacherId":5853293,"projectId":8866202,"letterContent":"THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SUPPORTING OUR SNACK CLOSET! The snacks have made a huge difference in our classroom. Many of my students arrive at school after long commutes, sometimes without having had breakfast, and the snacks have helped them stay focused and energized throughout the day. One specific moment that stands out was during a group writing project where students were sharing personal narratives. Having snacks available created a warm, welcoming atmosphere. They could focus on their stories without the distraction of hunger. They felt supported as their needs were met! \r\nWhen they first saw the snacks, the students seriously lit up with excitement! I think they know we believe in serving them in ways that matter most. A few of them asked \"how\" and \"why? Many smiled and quietly helped themselves throughout the semester. Right now, we're working on a big history unit where students are writing about the history of Haiti and the Bronx. This unit includes talking about dentities, languages, and cultures. Having snacks during our writing has helped sustain their focus and motivation. We are so excited about the culture we are building in our classroom and we are dedicated to continue to meet the basic needs of our children to ensure successful LEARNING EXPERIENCES!","fullyFundedDate":1736778613493,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-mental-health-nourishing-min/8866202/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Mental Health: Nourishing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Argentina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5853293_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537487271093","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/argentinacampbell"},{"teacherId":7451179,"projectId":8822599,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students have been able to bring their creativity and learning to life in ways that wouldn't have been possible otherwise!\r\n\r\nWe used the paint markers for two major projects: graffiti art pieces expressing student identities and Drapo flags to honor the role of Voodoo in the Haitian Revolution. It was incredible to see students take pride in connecting history to vibrant works of art that reflected both personal and collective stories.\r\n\r\nThe materials also supported other parts of our classroom community — like creating props and effects (including using the fog juice in our fog machine!) for our class play. Cleaning supplies you helped fund made it possible for students to take responsibility for our shared space after big art days, building both independence and community care.\r\n\r\nFinally, the book The Color of Law became a cornerstone text for our unit on housing policy in the Bronx, giving students critical insights into how government actions shaped—and continue to shape—their neighborhoods.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new supplies, their faces lit up. Having access to quality materials made them feel like real artists and scholars — and that sense of pride translated directly into their work.\r\n\r\nNext, students are preparing to design and host a pop-up gallery to showcase their art projects, tying together their learning in history, art, and civic engagement. Thanks to you, their work—and their voices—will be on full display for our community.","fullyFundedDate":1734712123101,"projectUrl":"project/expressing-our-community-through-art-mu/8822599/","projectTitle":"Expressing Our Community Through Art: Mural and Graffiti Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sarah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7451179"},{"teacherId":7413044,"projectId":8839143,"letterContent":"I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous contributions that made it possible for me to provide snacks for the students in my high school class. Your support means so much to me and has made a real difference in creating a positive and welcoming learning environment. The snacks have been a simple yet impactful way to keep the students energized and engaged, and your kindness has helped foster a sense of community in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, I've been able to ensure that no student goes without a small treat, and that has had such a positive effect on their focus and morale. It's amazing how something as simple as a snack can brighten their day and make them feel cared for. I truly appreciate your thoughtfulness, and I am incredibly grateful for your willingness to support our class in this meaningful way. Thank you again for helping to make a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1732718811949,"projectUrl":"project/food-for-thought/8839143/","projectTitle":"Food for Thought","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Marilyn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7413044_orig.jpg?crop=1006,1006,x236,y14&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1630262298014","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7413044"},{"teacherId":9778843,"projectId":8947172,"letterContent":"I am thrilled to report how much my students enjoyed reading and loved the books you donated to my classroom. We are using the books during class to have book groups and small group discussions. Students sit and read silently and then spend time processing what they read and how it relates to our science curriculum. It is pure joy to participate in these reading circles with 17 and 18 year old students.\r\n\r\nThe added bonus to reading \"Starry Messenger\" is that the students know of Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson. As New Yorkers they have all been to the American Museum of Natural History. They had no idea how many books Dr. Tyson has written and because of your donation are looking forward to reading more. Thank you so much for your generous donation. I love when students read especially when they read books and are able to shut down their computers and phones. Reading an actual book feels so rare for this generation of teens. \r\nThank you again.","fullyFundedDate":1735694695685,"projectUrl":"project/physics-and-philosophy-science-literat/8947172/","projectTitle":"Physics and Philosophy: Science Literature for All","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Molly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9778843"},{"teacherId":9778841,"projectId":8954370,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your gracious donation to our classroom. We are so thankful that you have been able to help my students reach their academic dreams while providing for their basic needs. My students now know to come to me when they need a healthy snack.\r\nMy students have been exposed to alternative healthy snacks that can have long lasting on not only their health but the health of those in their inner circle. I am so thankful that this gives me an opportunity to have real conversations about the impact of food on their bodies and emotions. \r\nThank you for allowing me to be a great educator!","fullyFundedDate":1733288216499,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-snacks-for-my-students/8954370/","projectTitle":"Healthy Snacks for My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Juvanee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9778841"},{"teacherId":3783,"projectId":8823165,"letterContent":"Many kids may skip breakfast or push through the school day without really pausing for lunch or even a snack. After school, they are very hungry. Your donations helped us in so many ways.\r\n\r\nAs a school we suggest starting the day with breakfast —the snacks you provided allowed the students to incorporate a balanced option with plenty of protein, healthy fats and complex carbohydrates. We offer a healthy lunch option, but school lunch schedules do not always coordinate with our stomachs. After school almost everyone is hungry. Well, not anymore. Students know to come to my room for a protein bar, a granola bars, and some fruits snacks. Thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1727554473345,"projectUrl":"project/this-is-your-brain-on-an-empty-stomach/8823165/","projectTitle":"This is Your Brain on an Empty Stomach","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. S.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3783"},{"teacherId":9797936,"projectId":8866231,"letterContent":"We are very grateful for your generous donation of snacks and social-emotional learning materials for our classroom. We used our donation primarily to buy snacks for our students who come from homes where food insecurity is a major issue. On a regular basis I have students who are asking for food because the school lunch is inedible or that have not had enough to eat at home. When students are distracted by hunger it impacts their ability to stay awake in class and focus. Having the snacks has been a huge help in keeping students up and engaged in class activities, especially late in the day. \r\n\r\nIn my time at Fannie Lou, we have always viewed food as a major tool in building community. We hold a Thanksgiving potluck and various other group celebrations featuring food throughout the year. Generally, as teachers we pay for most of the food for these celebrations out of pocket. To have this abundance of snacks has really been a blessing. We will continue to use our fidget tools and social emotional learning resources throughout the spring semester to help students learn to manage their emotions in productive and healthy ways. Having snacks on hand puts everyone in the right frame of mind to do this essential work. Thank you again.","fullyFundedDate":1728418024606,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-and-supplies-for-mental-health/8866231/","projectTitle":"Snacks and Supplies for Mental Health","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Amanda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9797936"},{"teacherId":9797839,"projectId":8866020,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your benevolence. Your donation to this project has enabled me to create a prosperous and comfortable environment for students who are highly food insecure. These young people are now able to come to class, and focus, and and share with each other. \r\nMeals and food provide a space for fellowship and community. That is what your contribution did. Students shared snacks, and began opening up about their favorite foods, their foods from childhood, their favorite foods from their countries.\r\nAs we approach Regents week, students have been more stressed than usual, and having these food choices in class has allowed us teachers to buffer their anxiety and provide a space that feels genuine and safe. They are thriving because of you. You have our many thanks and eternal gratitude.","fullyFundedDate":1728417293563,"projectUrl":"project/mental-health-snack-break/8866020/","projectTitle":"Mental Health Snack Break","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Breeanne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9797839"},{"teacherId":9778392,"projectId":8829579,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supplying my classroom with snacks! For months my students came into school knowing that they had brain food available to them in the afternoon. Every time a new box of snacks came in it was like we had all won the lottery. They had me hold up each individual snack and showcase it like I was Vanna White. \r\n\r\nBeing able to eat during a two hour class is so essential for students to be able to produce excellent quality work. When you are hungry, you cannot focus as much on the task at hand. Thanks to you, my students are no longer hungry! Even though they grumbled about the \"healthy\" snacks, they soon learned to love them. \r\n\r\nIt really made a difference to the start of the school year. Students were not as distracted and more importantly, they were happy.","fullyFundedDate":1728160694662,"projectUrl":"project/109-snacks-for-mental-health/8829579/","projectTitle":"109 Snacks for Mental Health","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9778392"},{"teacherId":6327952,"projectId":8844142,"letterContent":"I want to take a moment to express my gratitude for your generous donation to my classroom. Students are now approaching the end of the semester, and that can be an overwhelming time to complete their school work. The snacks and materials that you provided have made a big impact in our class. Pancake Mondays (featuring oatmeal and hot cocoa) have been a success and have been a highlight at the school. They not only allow students to start the day with a meal but have also created a warm and inviting environment that has drawn other students to come and enjoy. \r\n\r\nThe activities you supported have allowed the students to connect on a deeper level. The ice breaker cards in particular have been a go-to for the students. We use them as journal entry questions and during Game Day. It warms my heart to see them share stories, laugh together and bond through these experiences. \r\n\r\nThank you for responding quickly and believing that through your support, my classroom will feel like home, which it does. Your thoughtfulness and kindness will go a long way.","fullyFundedDate":1728258963493,"projectUrl":"project/theres-no-place-like-home/8844142/","projectTitle":"There's No Place Like Home","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Willmary","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6327952"},{"teacherId":9797999,"projectId":8866335,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the donation! My students eat the snacks given on a daily basis and it provides them with much needed fuel to get through the day with lots of energy. The snacks are a great way for students to relax, enjoy food, and process the material/content given in class. When they first heard of the snacks, they were very excited. I would try to always have snacks in my room before, but they would always run out and it was difficult to afford moving forward. Thanks to your donation, they were readily available for students when they needed it. \r\n\r\nI'm very thankful for this organization to work with people, specifically students. Not enough resources can be given to children and schools and this was a pleasant surprise that my students keep talking about. Thank you once again.","fullyFundedDate":1728420516137,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-mental-health/8866335/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Mental Health","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Colon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9797999"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_462","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":414,"numTeachers":32,"percentFrplEligible":91,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":24,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":71,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"12.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":53.8,"schoolId":462,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/fannie-lou-hamer-freedom-high-school/462"}