{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Intermediate School 93 Ridgewood","outOfStateSupporters":49.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4053188,"projectId":10228564,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping to fund this project. It has been incredibly helpful already. I was able to sit with a small group, prop up the small dry erase board and help them in a quieter and more visual way. \r\n\r\nI have great plans for the new small dry erase boards for the new year - they will be really wonderful for a quick assessment or polling opportunity.\r\n\r\nYour donations always make an impact, both for the current year and the upcoming one as well. I can't thank you enough for continuing to support education and Title I schools.","fullyFundedDate":1778223749539,"projectUrl":"project/boards-binders-bright-minds/10228564/","projectTitle":"Boards, Binders & Bright Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Parker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4053188_orig.jpg?crop=2048,2048,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771104976403","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4053188"},{"teacherId":4813074,"projectId":7346837,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Because of your generosity, every student now has access to headphones to use during lessons on their laptops. When the headphones arrived, my students were so excited to have their own set available for independent work. It may seem like a small resource, but it has made a tremendous difference in our classroom each day.\r\n\r\nWe use the headphones during a variety of activities, including educational videos, interactive learning programs, research projects, and independent assignments. Students are able to focus on their own learning without distracting others, creating a quieter and more productive classroom environment. The headphones have also made it easier for students to work at their own pace, replay directions when needed, and build independence and confidence as learners. Having enough headphones for everyone means every student has equal access to our digital resources and learning opportunities.\r\n\r\nAs we continue using technology throughout the school year, these headphones will remain an essential part of our daily instruction. They help students stay engaged, focused, and successful while making our classroom a more inclusive learning environment for everyone. Your generosity has provided my students with a resource they use every day, and we are so grateful for your support. Thank you for helping create meaningful learning experiences and for investing in my students' success!","fullyFundedDate":1683715354170,"projectUrl":"project/can-you-hear-me-now/7346837/","projectTitle":"Can You Hear Me Now?","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Athenas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4813074_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778270358843","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-athenas"},{"teacherId":4813074,"projectId":7839446,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Thanks to your generosity, my students now have dedicated storage cubes and shelves to safely organize their binders and classroom materials. When everything was set up, students were excited to find their own spaces and immediately took pride in keeping their materials organized. It may seem like a simple addition, but having an organized classroom has made a big difference in our daily routines.\r\n\r\nEach day, students use their storage cubes to keep their binders and supplies in one easily accessible place. Instead of spending valuable class time searching for misplaced materials, students are able to quickly grab what they need and get right to work. The shelves have helped create a calmer, more organized learning environment while encouraging students to take responsibility for their belongings and develop important organizational skills that will benefit them both in and out of the classroom.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through the school year, these storage solutions will help us maximize instructional time and keep our classroom running smoothly. Students are becoming more independent, prepared, and confident because they have a consistent place for their materials. Your thoughtful support has made our classroom more organized, efficient, and welcoming for every student. Thank you for investing in our learning community and helping create a space where students can thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1694995954508,"projectUrl":"project/binder-storage-for-ela-class/7839446/","projectTitle":"Binder Storage for Ela Class!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Athenas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4813074_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778270358843","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-athenas"},{"teacherId":4813074,"projectId":7860006,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making this project possible! My middle schoolers were thrilled when our collection of board games arrived. They immediately started asking if they could play and were excited to see both familiar favorites and new games to learn. It was amazing to watch students from different grade levels gather around a table, introduce themselves, and begin working together. What started as \"just a game\" quickly became opportunities to build friendships, practice communication, and have fun together.\r\n\r\nThese games have become an important part of our classroom and after-school program. We use them as rewards for meeting classroom expectations, during social-emotional learning activities, and as a way for students to unwind while continuing to build important life skills. Whether they're planning strategies, solving problems, taking turns, or encouraging teammates, students are developing teamwork, critical thinking, resilience, and good sportsmanship in an engaging and meaningful way. I've especially loved watching students who don't usually interact find common ground over a game and leave the table smiling.\r\n\r\nAs the school year continues, these games will remain a valuable resource for reinforcing SEL lessons, encouraging positive peer relationships, and creating a welcoming classroom environment where every student feels included. Your generosity has given my students more than board games, you've given them opportunities to connect, collaborate, and grow together. Thank you for investing in my students and helping create joyful learning experiences they'll remember long after the games are put away!","fullyFundedDate":1695255884431,"projectUrl":"project/board-games-not-bored-games/7860006/","projectTitle":"Board Games, Not Bored Games!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Athenas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4813074_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778270358843","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-athenas"},{"teacherId":9080957,"projectId":10015807,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Snacks to Help Them Thrive\" project. My students are always hungry, and having snacks available in the classroom has made a huge difference. When the snacks arrived, the students were excited and immediately started asking what kinds of snacks we had. They were so grateful to know that there would be something available when they needed it.\r\n\r\nMany of my students come to school hungry or need a little extra fuel to get through the day. Having these snacks on hand helps keep their energy up and allows them to stay focused on learning instead of thinking about their empty stomachs. It has been wonderful to see students settle back into their work feeling refreshed and ready to participate.","fullyFundedDate":1772550382553,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-to-help-them-thrive/10015807/","projectTitle":"Snacks to Help Them Thrive","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9080957_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1782237394798","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9080957"},{"teacherId":4813074,"projectId":6513527,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Tasty Treats for Hungry Bellies.\" Because of your generosity, my 8th-grade students now have access to a variety of healthy snacks throughout the school day. These snacks have quickly become an important part of our classroom, helping students stay focused, energized, and ready to learn. Many of my students come to school hungry or find themselves needing a boost during the day, and having these resources available has made a noticeable difference.\r\n\r\nWhen the snacks arrived, my students were incredibly excited. They were amazed to learn that people they had never met cared enough to support them and their success. One of the most meaningful moments was seeing students feel comfortable asking for a snack when they needed one, knowing that they could concentrate on their work instead of worrying about an empty stomach. The healthy options have been especially popular, and students appreciate having choices that help them feel their best.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through the school year, my students are working on challenging academic projects that require focus, collaboration, and perseverance. Thanks to your support, they can devote more of their energy to learning and less to hunger. Your kindness has provided more than just snacks, it has created a classroom environment where students feel valued, supported, and ready to succeed. Thank you for making such a positive impact on our classroom community!","fullyFundedDate":1662776647214,"projectUrl":"project/tasty-treats-for-hungry-bellies/6513527/","projectTitle":"Tasty Treats for Hungry Bellies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Athenas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4813074_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778270358843","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-athenas"},{"teacherId":6780971,"projectId":9938484,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my students and funding this project. When we had some extremely cold days this year, it was wonderful to have resources to provide to students who has never experienced a winter before. \r\n\r\nPart of being a teacher is addressing students needs that are beyond academic, and because of your generosity I hope that I was able to help my students who are experiencing any hunger or food insecurity.\r\n\r\nThank you so much For your support for my classroom and my students so that I could go above and beyond for them.","fullyFundedDate":1772550444489,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-warm-and-cozy/9938484/","projectTitle":"Keeping Warm and Cozy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Coppola","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6780971"},{"teacherId":6780971,"projectId":10049253,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and helping bring this project to life. My students have greatly benefited from the ability to access snacks and warm goodies both during lunch and after school. \r\n\r\nThis way, kids who come for extra help don't have to worry about being hungry because I can provide them with their choice of a snack. And in the colder weather students can take gloves or a scarf if they need. \r\n\r\nOnce again, none of this would be possible without your support towards my classroom. Thank you so much.","fullyFundedDate":1772550420927,"projectUrl":"project/braving-the-storm-staying-warm/10049253/","projectTitle":"Braving the Storm: Staying Warm","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Coppola","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6780971"},{"teacherId":3280194,"projectId":9848237,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our coding project. Your donation has turned our classroom into a lively, hands-on space where real learning happens every day. My students are building and managing their own professional website on Pythonanywhere. They're getting real experience with Python, HTML, and C while working together like a team running an actual company. It's helping them build problem-solving skills and confidence for the future.\r\n\r\nI enjoy watching them grow from unsure beginners into proud creators who code, debug, and present their work with real excitement. This project is giving them the kind of STEM opportunities they deserve. \r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in my students and helping them get ready for whatever the future brings. It means the world to us.","fullyFundedDate":1764598526857,"projectUrl":"project/real-coding-experiences/9848237/","projectTitle":"Real Coding Experiences","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. F.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3280194_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1538884078648","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrfrankis93"},{"teacherId":2291222,"projectId":10258594,"letterContent":"As we end the school year, having the necessary supplies for the beginning of the school year is necessary to help her students save on costly and in-demand supplies.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for making these supplies possible. Students use a English notebook for class, which consists of a binder, dividers, and looseleaf paper. \r\n\r\nHaving these items readily available for the coming school year ensures that students are comforted by the idea that they do not have to financially worry about not being prepared for their 7th grade year.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for making that a reality.","fullyFundedDate":1778011351131,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-collaboration-clearly-contribu/10258594/","projectTitle":"Classroom Collaboration Clearly Contributing to Conserving Costs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Spucces","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2291222_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1448502056181","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-spucces"},{"teacherId":4053188,"projectId":10178850,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping to fund this project! It has made an enormous difference in my classroom. Where before, students walked into an Edmentum period in ELA with dread, now they walk in with excitement, wanting to earn trophies and win snacks or stickers. It has made my classroom come to life on the quietest and most intense period of the week. \r\n\r\nJust to give you an idea of some of the strategies I've used during Edmentum: \r\n- Everyone who gets a trophy has a choice between either a Jolly Rancher, Dum Dum, or sticker. \r\n- At times, everyone gets an additional snack on top of the previous prize \r\n- A new twist I'm enjoying: I write down random numbers that the students are aware of, and when that number comes up (example: the 4th trophy of the class) that number gets an additional treat. \r\n\r\nThank you for allowing me to have fun with this directive!","fullyFundedDate":1775325543693,"projectUrl":"project/tasty-treats-for-trophy-triumphs/10178850/","projectTitle":"Tasty Treats for Trophy Triumphs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Parker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4053188_orig.jpg?crop=2048,2048,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771104976403","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4053188"},{"teacherId":2291222,"projectId":10130662,"letterContent":"My students are so happy to have the supplies we need to succeed.\r\n\r\nAs they progress through a difficult academic year of 7th grade, where their scores will go to the high school when they apply to for next year, students are under a lot more pressure. As a result, they find themselves in my classroom during lunch.\r\n\r\nHaving a classroom pantry fully stocked with their favorites assures that they will be encouraged to get as much work done as possible, while also feeling like they have been rewarded for their efforts. 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