{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Junior High School 223 the Montauk","outOfStateSupporters":59.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10248414,"projectId":9707648,"letterContent":"I am overjoyed and so grateful for your incredible support of our PBIS project! Thanks to your kindness, I can now provide snacks as positive reinforcement for my students, and you have no idea how much this means to them and to me.\r\nThis project is about so much more than just snacks. It is about celebrating my students' positive choices and creating a classroom environment where they feel valued, motivated, and inspired to succeed. Many of my middle schoolers face challenges both in and out of school, and having their good behavior recognized in a tangible way helps them see that their efforts matter and that someone believes in them.\r\nYour generosity will help me build a supportive school community where students are encouraged to make good choices, work hard, and lift each other up. When students feel valued and appreciated, it transforms not just their day, but their entire approach to learning. \r\nThank you for investing in these amazing kids and for helping create a school environment where they can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1758823217985,"projectUrl":"project/positive-vibes/9707648/","projectTitle":"Positive Vibes!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Boutros","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10248414_orig.jpg?crop=886,886,x443,y1338&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757934957301","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10248414"},{"teacherId":6018454,"projectId":9475562,"letterContent":"When we make podcasts in class, sometimes our voices are too quiet, the background noise is loud, or the audio just doesn't sound clear. Even when our ideas are good, the sound can make our work feel less professional. Getting real microphones, headphones, and editing tools would fix that and help our podcasts sound clean and strong.\r\n\r\nBetter sound would help everyone. Shy students could speak confidently, tech-savvy students could learn editing skills, and the whole class could focus on sharing ideas instead of worrying about fuzzy audio. It would make our projects feel more real, show that our voices matter, and let everyone hear what we have to say loud and clear.","fullyFundedDate":1757097601940,"projectUrl":"project/podcast-power-expansion-bringing-pro-so/9475562/","projectTitle":"Podcast Power Expansion: Bringing Pro Sound to Our Classroom.","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jorgensen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp6018454_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1542477886671","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/montaukpride"},{"teacherId":7660290,"projectId":9679807,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students I want to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous contributions toward the purchase of our new color printer. Thanks to your support, we were able to acquire a reliable, high-quality printer that will greatly improve our ability to create materials, communicate effectively, and support the work we do every day.\r\n\r\nYour willingness to give—whether through financial contributions, sharing our message, or encouraging others to participate—demonstrates the strength and compassion of our community. This new printer will make a meaningful difference in producing educational materials and supporting student projects.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1757878772687,"projectUrl":"project/color-prints-for-students/9679807/","projectTitle":"Color Prints for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ding","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7660290_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y108&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628613345868","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7660290"},{"teacherId":6018454,"projectId":9475464,"letterContent":"Being part of the Lights Camera Learning Project has helped us learn so many important skills that we know we'll need in the 21st century. Before this project, we had never used things like wireless microphones, green screens, or ring lights, but now we feel confident using them and understand how they work. Using the wireless microphones has taught us how to speak clearly, project our voices, and pay attention to how we sound, which has made us better communicators both on camera and in class. The green screen has shown us how to be creative in new ways, allowing us to film in front of it and then choose any background we want, which makes us think carefully about planning a scene and how it will look when edited. The ring lights taught us how important lighting is for a professional-looking video, and experimenting with brightness and placement has helped us pay attention to details. All of this technology has also strengthened our problem-solving skills because things often go wrong—like audio issues, shadows, or equipment problems—and we have to figure out solutions ourselves. On top of that, the project has improved our teamwork skills. We have to work together to set up equipment, plan scripts, and make sure everything looks and sounds good, because if one person doesn't do their part, the whole video can fall apart. 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The laminator is doing far more than just covering paper in plastic; it is creating a lasting love for learning and enhancing my teaching practices. The most heartwarming effect has been on the students themselves. When they see their completed assignments and projects professionally finished, their faces truly light up. By laminating their work, it tells them that their work is valuable and it's here to stay. This sense of pride acts as a strong motivation, inspiring the students to put in more effort in all their schoolwork.","fullyFundedDate":1758899066600,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-learning-through-lasting-mate/9655928/","projectTitle":"Empowering Learning Through Lasting Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tsang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9511928_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y312&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1713143132636","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9511928"},{"teacherId":9511928,"projectId":9452031,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for the support you have given to my classroom. It has truly made a significant difference in my day to day teaching. \r\n\r\nThe best part is the freedom the touchscreen gives me. Before this, I was stuck at my desk while using the smartboard. Now, I can walk anywhere in the room and still instantly write, draw, and highlight things right on the screen.\r\n\r\nThis has been especially helpful when we are reading tough lessons or long pieces of writing. I can annotate right then and there, showing the students exactly what they need to focus on without having to stop the lesson. It makes learning easier for them because the content stays interesting and everything flows much better.\r\n\r\nThank you again for providing the materials and tools that help our students learn in a more efficient manner. Your support is greatly appreciated and is already having a positive impact.","fullyFundedDate":1755724212590,"projectUrl":"project/engage-annotate-retain-leveraging-win/9452031/","projectTitle":"Engage, Annotate, Retain: Leveraging Windows Touch Screens for Active Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tsang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9511928_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y312&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1713143132636","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9511928"},{"teacherId":6018454,"projectId":9248819,"letterContent":"This project really helped our class learn better in social studies. Using headphones made it much easier to focus and listen without getting distracted by all the noise around us. When we watched videos or listened to podcasts, we could hear everything clearly and understand more of what was being taught. It also made lessons more interesting and personal. We liked being able to go at our own pace and think about what we learned before sharing with the class. The headphones also helped us feel more confident during discussions, and it was easier to follow along with the teacher. Learning felt more fun, and we were able to remember information better.","fullyFundedDate":1746493082820,"projectUrl":"project/plug-into-learning-donate-headphones-p/9248819/","projectTitle":"Plug Into Learning: Donate Headphones, Power Education!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jorgensen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp6018454_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1542477886671","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/montaukpride"},{"teacherId":6018454,"projectId":9276865,"letterContent":"Using mice in our class really helped us learn better in social studies. The mice made it way easier to use the computers and do activities without getting frustrated. We could click, drag, and explore websites or digital lessons faster and more accurately, which helped us focus on learning instead of struggling with the technology. It also made lessons more fun and interactive. Using the mice helped us work at our own pace, finish assignments faster, and understand the stuff we were learning better. We even felt more confident trying new things on the computer because the mice made everything easier to control and follow along with.","fullyFundedDate":1746536756855,"projectUrl":"project/click-clickhooray/9276865/","projectTitle":"Click, Click...Hooray!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jorgensen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp6018454_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1542477886671","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/montaukpride"},{"teacherId":6018454,"projectId":9094899,"letterContent":"Using Macs in the classroom has boosted student engagement and success by providing fast, reliable, and creative tools for learning. Their intuitive design and powerful apps help students think critically, collaborate effectively, and express their ideas through projects, videos, and presentations. Built-in accessibility features support all learners, while smooth performance keeps students focused and motivated. Macs empower students to take ownership of their learning and prepare for a tech-driven future.","fullyFundedDate":1746787409341,"projectUrl":"project/helping-students-stay-engaged/9094899/","projectTitle":"Helping Students Stay Engaged","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jorgensen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp6018454_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1542477886671","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/montaukpride"},{"teacherId":8142049,"projectId":9699891,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, our new classroom headphones have made a huge difference in how my students learn. They're now able to focus better during independent work, especially when using reading and language programs that require clear audio.\r\n\r\nThe headphones have helped reduce distractions and given students a sense of independence during lessons. One student who struggled with reading is now thriving thanks to an audio-supported program—something that wouldn't be possible without your help.\r\n\r\nYour gift may seem small, but it's had a big impact. Thank you for helping create a focused and engaging learning environment for all of my students!","fullyFundedDate":1758823218757,"projectUrl":"project/focused-and-ready-headphones-for-our-cl/9699891/","projectTitle":"Focused and Ready: Headphones for Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. DiBlase III","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8142049"},{"teacherId":8842331,"projectId":9629980,"letterContent":"I would like to thank you again for your generous donation! I immediately transferred all of my lesson plans to the laptop, and set up bookmarks and programs needed. I was very happy to see how seamless and effortless It was able to conduct simple tasks. It was such a pleasure not looking at the \"spinning wheel of death,\" like I did with my old laptop, every time I tried to do something.\r\n\r\nMy students (well, most of them) were most excited to be able to immediately copy down their notes and begin class right away, as opposed to waiting for my laptop to turn on and connect to the smart board. It's easier to jump between word and google and whatever other program I need because now they don't have to wait for my computer to \"unfreeze.\" \r\n\r\nMy lessons are running so much smoother now thanks to you! Thank you again!!","fullyFundedDate":1756840922792,"projectUrl":"project/help-bring-my-classroom-technology-up-to/9629980/","projectTitle":"Help Bring My Classroom Technology Up To Speed","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Piazza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8842331_orig.jpg?crop=1200,1200,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1670641077454","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8842331"},{"teacherId":8842331,"projectId":9075311,"letterContent":"Thanks again for your generous donation! The iPad you donated was very useful to both me and my students alike. \r\nWith the device, I'm able to quickly access my lesson plans, communicate with parents, search the internet with speed, etc. \r\n\r\nMy students use it to do their own research as needed. Whether it be a word they need to look up, ideas for their creative writings or even help with essays, the iPad proved very useful to them.\r\n\r\nThis iPad made a big difference in my classroom and it especially made a big difference for me now that I don't have to carry around my old, and very slow laptop. I can easily take it with me and work on my lessons.","fullyFundedDate":1746787400103,"projectUrl":"project/smart-and-wireless/9075311/","projectTitle":"Smart and Wireless","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Piazza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8842331_orig.jpg?crop=1200,1200,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1670641077454","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8842331"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_696","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":623,"numTeachers":69,"percentFrplEligible":91,"percentAsian":48,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":12,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":34,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"9.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":40.8,"schoolId":696,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Junior High School 223 the Montauk on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Junior High School 223 the Montauk","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/jhs-223-the-montauk/696"}