{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Intermediate School 228 David A Boody","outOfStateSupporters":38.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8126561,"projectId":9908889,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our Skittles dissolving lab exploring how different solvents affected dissolving speed. The new materials you provided gave my students the opportunity to design and conduct hands-on investigations. We used the resources to compare how skittles dissolve in water, isopropyl alcohol, and vinegar, while carefully measuring the time that the Skittles took to dissolve. The experience strengthened students' understanding of solubility, molecular interactions and experimental design in a way that was both engaging and meaningful.\r\n\r\nWhen students first walked in and saw trays of brightly colored skittles arranged next to labeled solvent containers, the excitement was immediate. There were smiles, wide eyes, and plenty of predictions being whispered across tables. A particular memorable moment was when a group observed the colors spreading differently in the different solvents and discussing predictions for which solvent will dissolve the Skittles the fastest. One student even said, \"it's like we're watching the molecules move!\" The spark of curiosity led to deeper conversations about why certain solvents dissolve substances more effectively and how temperature influences particle motion.\r\n\r\nAfter the Skittles solubility lab, students are applying what they learned to a current project focused on designing their own controlled experiments. They are developing testable questions about dissolving rates and solvent effectiveness, identifying variables and planning procedures to ensure precision in their tests. They will collect quantitative data, create graphs, and present claims supported by evidence. Your support has transformed our classroom into a. space where students actively explore scientific concepts, collaborate with confidence, and see chemistry happening right before their eyes. We are truly grateful for your investment in their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1766675288193,"projectUrl":"project/dissolving-delights-exploring-candy-che/9908889/","projectTitle":"Dissolving Delights: Exploring Candy Chemistry","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Burns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8126561_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x216,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1634481702817","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8126561"},{"teacherId":8126561,"projectId":9905951,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Elephant Toothpaste science experiment! Thanks to your generosity, my students were able to experience science in a hands-on and unforgettable way. The new materials of yeast, hydrogen peroxide, food coloring, and dish soap helped transform our classroom into a real laboratory. Students were able to measure, predict, mix solutions, and observe exothermic reactions in real time.\r\n\r\nThe moment we combined the hydrogen peroxide, yeast and dish soap was pure magic. As the colorful foam, burst upward, the entire class gasped and then erupted into cheers. Students quickly grabbed their notebook to record their observations about the reaction from the bottle. That single moment sparked dozens of questions about catalysts, chemical change, and reaction rates. It was incredible to watch curiosity take over as students eagerly discussed what was happening at the molecular level.\r\n\r\nStudents are now using what they learned from this experiment to design their own controlled experiments focused on variables that affect reaction speed. They are developing hypotheses, planning procedures, and preparing to present their findings to classmates. Your support has not only provided materials, but it has empowered young scientists to think critically, collaborate, and explore with confidence. We are deeply grateful for your investment in our classroom and in the scientific curiosity of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1766095596515,"projectUrl":"project/the-elephant-toothpaste-lab-blast/9905951/","projectTitle":"The Elephant Toothpaste Lab Blast!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Burns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8126561_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x216,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1634481702817","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8126561"},{"teacherId":10174410,"projectId":9586207,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to this year's classroom project. Your generosity and support have made a meaningful difference in the learning experience of my students, and I am incredibly grateful.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, I was able to create personalized anchor charts for each student to keep in their notebooks. These anchor charts serve as important learning tools that students can refer back to whenever they are solving complex problems or practicing new skills. Instead of trying to remember every step or strategy on their own, students now have clear, organized guidance right at their fingertips. This has helped build their confidence and independence in the classroom.\r\n\r\nThe anchor charts break down challenging concepts into manageable steps, making it easier for students to understand and apply what they are learning. When working through multi-step math problems or tackling difficult concepts, students can quickly flip to the appropriate chart and remind themselves of the strategies we practiced together. This immediate access to support has reduced frustration and encouraged perseverance. Students are more willing to try, make mistakes, and try again because they know they have a reliable resource to guide them.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has also had a powerful impact on students with special learning needs and accommodations. Many of these students benefit greatly from visual supports and consistent reference materials. Having personalized anchor charts in their own notebooks ensures they always have access to the accommodations and reminders that help them succeed. Rather than feeling singled out or dependent on additional teacher assistance, they can independently use their charts just like their classmates. This promotes inclusion, confidence, and equity within our classroom community.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, your donation has helped foster a stronger sense of ownership and responsibility among my students. Because the anchor charts belong to them, students take pride in keeping them organized and using them thoughtfully. They feel empowered knowing they have tools designed specifically to support their learning journey. That sense of empowerment is something that will extend far beyond this school year.\r\n\r\nIt is difficult to fully express how much your generosity means to us. Classroom resources like these truly make a difference in students' daily experiences. You have not only provided materials, but also encouragement, opportunity, and belief in their potential. Your kindness reminds my students that there are people in the community who care about their education and want them to succeed.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our classroom and in the future of my students. You have truly made an impact, and we are so grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1758898771774,"projectUrl":"project/anchor-charts-at-their-fingertips-suppo/9586207/","projectTitle":"Anchor Charts at Their Fingertips: Supporting All Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Barone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10174410"},{"teacherId":8165188,"projectId":10050110,"letterContent":"First, I want to say thank you very much for your donations and everything you have given to this project ss a blessing to some of the students at my school. My students are enjoying the new resources that was given to them. One specific activity that we do at our school is STOMP; this is a teacher mentoring program that have students come up once a week during their lunch period, to be mentor by a teacher. One of the activities we do during the month of February is being kind and given back to each other. The resources added more opportunity to bless the students and others as we be kind and be a blessing to each other.\r\n\r\nMy student was very excited about seen a new warm clothing, hats, and snacks. They were very happy. \r\n\r\nI believe that these students that are touched by your donations will continue to be kind and will be a change agent in their world as they get older and be able to demonstrate gratitude and humility in their life's. \r\n\r\nThank you very much for all your donations to this project. \r\nGod bless you for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1769447412037,"projectUrl":"project/being-a-blessing-this-winter/10050110/","projectTitle":"Being a Blessing This Winter","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Myers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8165188_orig.png?crop=508,508,x72,y15&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1635894426661","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8165188"},{"teacherId":10307760,"projectId":9925039,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating the muly-color gel pens to our classroom. The students are excited and much more engaged in the vocabulary learning process. Their notebooks are now filled with thoughtful answers and creative drawings, which enhance curiosity, creativity, and participation.\r\nThe pens have encouraged more think-pair-share conversations and active use of academic vocabulary. They also support hand-eye coordination, foreign language practice, and muscle-memory connections. Your generous donation has truly made a positive impact on our students' learning experience. Thank you again for your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1765059375861,"projectUrl":"project/bright-vocabulary/9925039/","projectTitle":"Bright Vocabulary","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bakhromi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10307760"},{"teacherId":5791807,"projectId":9724380,"letterContent":"Thanks to the support from our donors, our students with disabilities (SWD) and English Language Learners (ELLs) now have access to snacks and basic nourishment during the school day, which has made a profound difference in their experience and well-being.\r\n\r\nSince receiving the new resources, I've seen a noticeable change in my students' focus and engagement. For example, during a recent classroom activity, students were able to concentrate better and participate more actively because their hunger was alleviated. One memorable moment was when a student with ELLs, who often struggles with language barriers, was able to confidently ask for a snack using the new resources, which empowered them and boosted their confidence.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the snacks, their reactions were priceless — wide smiles, excited whispers, and a sense of relief. Many students expressed gratitude, and some even shared that having access to snacks made them feel cared for and recognized. It created a warm, supportive classroom environment where students felt safe and valued.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, the next steps involve integrating these resources into our daily routines to ensure consistent access. Currently, my students are working on a project that involves self-regulation and self-care, and having regular access to snacks helps them stay focused and manage their energy levels. We plan to use this foundation to teach them about nutrition and healthy habits, empowering them to make positive choices both inside and outside the classroom.\r\n\r\nOur students' success is now more achievable because they are physically nourished and emotionally supported. With continued support, we hope to expand these efforts and create an even more inclusive, nurturing space for all our students to thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1758546553614,"projectUrl":"project/snackin-creatives/9724380/","projectTitle":"Snackin' Creatives","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gilliard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5791807_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724937682326","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5791807"},{"teacherId":8126561,"projectId":9889528,"letterContent":"The lava lamp lab had an exciting and meaningful impact on my students by bringing science concepts to life during this hands-on experiment. Using Alka-Seltzer tablets, oil, food coloring, and a lava lamp, my students were able to observe chemical reactions, density and gas formation in an engaging and memorable way. These materials helped turn abstract concepts into visible, interactive experiences that deepened student understanding and curiosity.\r\n\r\nMy students and I used the new resources to conduct guided experiments, carefully adding ingredients and observing how the reaction changed over time. Students recorded observations, made predictions, and discussed why the reactions occurred. When the students first saw the materials, they were thrilled to begin. The colorful reactions captured their attention and encourage active participation from every student in the room.\r\n\r\nAs a next step, students are applying what they learned by connecting the lab experience to current lessons on chemical and physical changes they are analyzing data from the experiment, writing reflections, and designing their own \"what if\" questions to test in future labs. This project no only increased engagement but also strengthened students' scientific thinking and enthusiasm for learning.","fullyFundedDate":1763481762019,"projectUrl":"project/lighting-up-learning-with-lava-lamps/9889528/","projectTitle":"Lighting Up Learning with Lava Lamps!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Burns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8126561_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x216,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1634481702817","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8126561"},{"teacherId":8126561,"projectId":9873250,"letterContent":"This project has had a strong and positive impact on my students by expanding their access to hands-on, inquiry-based laboratory experiences. The addition of test tube racks, pipettes, Petri dishes, plastic test tubes, and tube brushes has transformed our classroom into a more functional science lab where students can safely and confidently conduct experiments. These materials have allowed students to move beyond demonstrations and actively engage in the scientific process through observation, testing, and analysis.\r\n\r\nThe students and I are using the new resources daily during lab activities. Students measure liquid using pipettes, organize experiments with test tube racks, culture samples in Petri dishes, and clean equipment responsibility with tube brushes. When students first saw the new materials, they were visibly excited and eager to begin experimenting. Many expressed that they felt like \"real scientists,\" which boosted their self-esteem and motivation to participate fully in lessons.\r\n\r\nAs a next step, students are applying these tools in their current classroom lesson focused on experimental design and data collection. They are learning how to set up controlled investigations, record accurate results, and reflect on their findings. This project has strengthened both their scientific skills and their sense of responsibility in the lab, laying a solid foundation for future science learning and exploration.","fullyFundedDate":1762824053740,"projectUrl":"project/mixing-up-magic-science-in-action/9873250/","projectTitle":"Mixing Up Magic: Science in Action","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Burns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8126561_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x216,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1634481702817","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8126561"},{"teacherId":8126561,"projectId":9793393,"letterContent":"This project has had a meaningful impact on my students by creating a safer, more professional laboratory environment, where learning can happen with confidence. The addition of safety goggles, gloves and hand sanitizer has allowed students to fully participate in hands-on lab activities, while following proper safety protocols. These resources have allowed us to model real-world scientific practices and emphasize the importance of personal responsibility and lab safety.\r\n\r\nThe students and I are actively using the new materials during every lab session. Students begin each experiment by sanitizing their hands, putting on gloves and wearing goggles, which has helped establish consistent routines and expectations. When the students first saw the new supplies, they were excited and proud. Their enthusiasm translated into greater focus and care during experiments, as they understood that these tools were provided to protect hem and support their learning.\r\n\r\nAs a next step, students are applying these safety practices in their current lesson, which involves solubility of skittles in different solvents. Students are conducting structured experiments and collecting accurate data. They are learning not only scientific concepts but also how to work responsibly and safely in a lab setting. This project has laid the foundation for future investigations by giving students the tools and mindset needed to succeed, and it has strengthened their confidence as young scientists.","fullyFundedDate":1762267643298,"projectUrl":"project/science-safety-because-boom-isnt-alway/9793393/","projectTitle":"Science Safety: Because Boom Isn't Always the Goal!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Burns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8126561_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x216,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1634481702817","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8126561"},{"teacherId":673382,"projectId":8690262,"letterContent":"I am deeply grateful for your generous contribution of school supplies for my 7th and 8th grade students. Many of my students come from all over the world, and several are new to the United States. Your donation will go directly to students in need and ease the burden of back-to-school shopping for their families.\r\n\r\nThe materials you provided—pencils, paper, cleaning supplies, art supplies, and printer ink—are essential for their success. The basics like pencils and paper help them focus on their studies without distraction. The cleaning supplies ensure we maintain a healthy and safe classroom environment, and the art supplies give students the opportunity to express their creativity. The printer ink will allow them to publish their work, and I hope it will last throughout the year.\r\n\r\nThank you for your kindness and support. Your generosity is making a real difference in the lives of my students and helping them succeed as they navigate this new chapter in their education.","fullyFundedDate":1733276253773,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-school-back-to-basics/8690262/","projectTitle":"Back to School, Back to Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Damato","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp673382_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y856&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694617805371","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msdamato"},{"teacherId":673382,"projectId":9731264,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for your generous contribution that made it possible for my classroom to receive a BrainPOP subscription. As a teacher of primarily immigrant students, many of whom are newly arrived, this resource is an invaluable tool in helping them bridge gaps in their learning. The engaging videos and interactive content will not only enhance their understanding of key subjects but also provide a welcoming, accessible way to learn in both English and their native languages. Your support means the world to my students, and it opens up so many opportunities for them to thrive in the classroom.\r\n\r\nWith your donation, you've helped create a space where these students—many of whom are navigating the challenges of language barriers and adjusting to a new culture—can feel empowered and confident in their education. The BrainPOP subscription will enable them to engage with educational material in a way that is both fun and meaningful, fostering a sense of curiosity and belonging. Thank you for making such a positive impact on the lives of my students. Your generosity is helping to create a brighter future for them, one lesson at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1758828866180,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-classroom-pop-with-learning-su/9731264/","projectTitle":"Help Our Classroom POP with Learning- Support Our BrainPOP Subscription!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Damato","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp673382_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y856&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694617805371","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msdamato"},{"teacherId":4587739,"projectId":9783874,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation toward the classroom headphones-your support is already making a real difference. With these headphones, students can better focus during online lessons, reducing distractions and helping them stay engaged with instructions. 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