{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Junior High School 50 John D Wells","outOfStateSupporters":35.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9812277,"projectId":9706095,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students have been able to fully engage with new resources that spark creativity and keep them motivated throughout the day. From colorful stationery to fun classroom supplies, these materials have transformed our learning environment. When the students first saw the supplies, their faces lit up with excitement. They were eager to explore and use them right away. One memorable moment was during a collaborative art and writing activity: students were sharing ideas, using the new notebooks, stickers, and pencils to bring their projects to life. 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They were excited to start Sketching Club and to show you their progress. \r\n\r\nThey learned what each piece of the sketching kit contained and how to use the tools. We've slowly been using each tool each week! They've been learning how to shade with their HB pencils of different sizes. They've been learning to use the smudgers. We've paired this with lessons on proportions and angles—and they have created beautiful art pieces!!!\r\n\r\nWe're so happy and grateful! Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1754691803298,"projectUrl":"project/sketching-after-school-club/9494745/","projectTitle":"Sketching After School Club!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reilly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8050399_orig.jpg?crop=4284,4284,x0,y956&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722144740411","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsreilly317"},{"teacherId":752941,"projectId":9767631,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, the snacks you provided have made an incredible difference during both the school day and our afterschool programs. We've been using them during SHSAT prep sessions, where students often stay long hours to review challenging material and build their test-taking stamina. Having snacks available keeps them energized and focused, and it has noticeably improved their endurance during longer practice sets. Their reactions were heartwarming—many students lit up when they saw the snacks and immediately expressed their gratitude. It helped transform our afterschool study time into a supportive, motivating space.\r\n\r\nThe snacks have also become an important part of our lunchtime tutoring sessions. Inviting students to come for extra help with the promise of a quick bite has increased attendance and created a relaxed, welcoming environment where they feel comfortable asking questions and taking academic risks. For some students, this consistent access to snacks provides the boost they need to stay engaged and persist through difficult concepts.\r\n\r\nThe students are building confidence, developing stronger study habits, and showing greater commitment to their goals—much of which is made possible by the small but meaningful comfort your donation provides. Thank you for investing in their success and helping us create a nurturing space where every student can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1759073860333,"projectUrl":"project/energize-learn-student-snack-fund/9767631/","projectTitle":"Energize & Learn: Student Snack Fund","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Shah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp752941_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1639934620706","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/752941"},{"teacherId":752941,"projectId":9763054,"letterContent":"The printer ink we received has made a tremendous difference in our classroom. While many donors may think of printing as a simple task, having reliable access to printed materials is essential for our students' learning. With fresh ink, I'm able to provide clear, high-quality worksheets, graphic organizers, reference guides, and individualized supports that students can hold, annotate, and use throughout their lessons. This has been especially valuable for students who learn best with visual aids or who benefit from having step-by-step scaffolds right in front of them.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most is having materials that feel accessible and tailored to them. They love receiving printed resources that they can write on, highlight, or use during small-group work. Whether it's practice problems, reading passages, or diagrams, the printed materials help students stay engaged and organized. It also allows us to produce color-coded supports, which many students find helpful for understanding complex concepts.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have particularly benefited from having consistent printed resources. Some who struggle with executive functioning now have clear, printed checklists and guides that help them stay on track. Others who need extra practice can take home printed review sheets without waiting or worrying about low ink. Even students who prefer hands-on learning are more confident and focused because they have materials that support their thinking. This simple purchase has had a big impact on our day-to-day learning, and we are truly grateful for the donors who made it possible.","fullyFundedDate":1758941452748,"projectUrl":"project/ink-credible-learning/9763054/","projectTitle":"Ink-Credible Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Shah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp752941_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1639934620706","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/752941"},{"teacherId":10061720,"projectId":9427930,"letterContent":"On behalf of the Guerreros Middle School Soccer Team at John D. Wells Middle School, I would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your incredible generosity through DonorsChoose. Your contributions helped us purchase essential equipment—field cones, agility hurdles, a rebound net, shin guards, and soccer balls—that have transformed our practices and overall team experience.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our players not only grew in skill and confidence, but also achieved something truly historic: securing our first-ever championship in the Downtown Brooklyn Conference and advancing to the Brooklyn semi-finals in the borough-wide tournament. These victories symbolize much more than wins—they represent teamwork, perseverance, and pride for our school and community.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, the soccer program has had a profound impact on our student athletes, particularly our emerging bilingual students. The team has become a place where they find belonging, build leadership, and express themselves beyond the classroom. Your kindness made all of this possible, and for that, we are deeply thankful.\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation,\r\nThe Guerreros Soccer Team\r\nJohn D. Wells Middle School, Williamsburg, Brooklyn","fullyFundedDate":1753825210614,"projectUrl":"project/fund-the-guerreros-soccer-team/9427930/","projectTitle":"Fund the Guerreros Soccer Team!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. G","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10061720_orig.jpg?crop=749,750,x0,y17&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750645591104","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10061720"},{"teacherId":9569332,"projectId":9867746,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my classroom! The healthy snacks have made a positive impact on students already; I'm so grateful that I'm able to meet my students' needs when they tell me they are hungry or weren't able to eat at home before school. They are excited to know they have someone to ask if they are hungry during the school day. \r\n\r\nThe fun snacks have also motivated students to come to homework help and have served as a positive incentive for students to complete their assignments. Students are excited to come to homework help in part because of the snacks provided. Thank you again!\r\n\r\nBest,\r\nKaris Lee","fullyFundedDate":1762267658482,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-student-success/9867746/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9569332_orig.jpg?crop=1592,1592,x584,y614&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761879070116","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9569332"},{"teacherId":10050294,"projectId":9397332,"letterContent":"Thank You for Believing in \"Spike & Thrive\"; \r\n\r\nOn behalf of the entire girls' volleyball team here at MS50, please accept our deepest gratitude for your generous donation to our \"Spike & Thrive: Empowering Futures Through Volleyball\" project! The delivery of the new equipment and educational materials created an unforgettable moment for our students. When they first saw the boxes of brand-new training aids—from the weighted nets for conditioning to the custom team journals—the excitement was electric. It was more than just gear; it was a tangible sign that the community sees and values their commitment. Your contribution immediately boosted their spirit and instilled a new level of pride and professionalism in every practice.\r\n\r\nWe are already putting these resources to work, linking athletic training directly to personal development, which is the heart of the \"Thrive\" mission. For example, we used the new practice balls and agility ladders in our Team Communication Challenge last week. The students were assigned specific roles requiring clear, verbal communication during high-intensity drills. Following the session, we moved to the \"Thrive\" segment, where students used their new journals to reflect on the raciolinguistic ideologies we discussed in class—specifically, how their voice, tone, and listening skills impacted the team's success in the drill, emphasizing the importance of diverse communication styles for effective collaboration. This blend of physical and mental training is making them better athletes and stronger leaders.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, the students are now transitioning from team collaboration to individual accountability and goal setting. Their next steps involve using the journals to establish \"vertical success\" goals for the next quarter—not just related to spiking efficiency, but also to academic achievement and community engagement. Your support has given these young women the tools to train, to reflect, and to ultimately define their own success on and off the court. Thank you again for being such an impactful partner in their journey to empowerment. We are incredibly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1750284033595,"projectUrl":"project/spike-thrive-empowering-futures-throu/9397332/","projectTitle":"Spike & Thrive: Empowering Futures Through Volleyball","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jimenez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10050294_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750286069971","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10050294"},{"teacherId":4828048,"projectId":9543852,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my 8th grade Algebra classroom has been transformed into a warm and welcoming space for students. With the addition of plants, decorative vines, and organized spaces for belongings, the room now feels brighter, calmer, and more inviting. Students immediately noticed the changes, and many commented on how much they love their learning space.\r\n\r\nThe practical touches have also made a big difference—command hooks help keep bags and coats out of the way, while pencil and highlighter holders at each desk mean students are always prepared to jump into their work. Our new bulletin board has become a favorite spot for students to check what's happening for the week or month, giving them more ownership and awareness of their learning. Together, these updates have created an environment that supports focus, organization, and community.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward with challenging topics in Algebra, having a positive and organized classroom space helps students feel comfortable and confident tackling new material. Thank you for helping me create not just a place to learn math, but a space where students feel supported, cared for, and proud to be.","fullyFundedDate":1754999143797,"projectUrl":"project/good-algebra-vibes/9543852/","projectTitle":"Good Algebra Vibes","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4828048_orig.jpg?crop=500,500,x0,y38&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754400347575","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4828048"},{"teacherId":4828048,"projectId":9539143,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my 8th grade Algebra classroom now has four wobble chairs and three standing desks, and they are already making a huge difference!! Students were so excited to see these additions to our classroom when they arrived and were eager to be the one to get to use the special seats! The job of 'flexible seating manager' was highly sought after and we now have a student whose job it is to rotate through our roster and offer the flexible seat options each day. Students are so excited when it is their turn!\r\n\r\nThe flexible seating has also helped students who struggle to sit still stay focused during lessons. During direct instruction and practice time, the wobble chairs and standing desks give students the movement they need while keeping them engaged in the math. The classroom feels student-centered and responsive to their needs, and it has boosted both focus and enthusiasm for learning.\r\n\r\nWe just finished our review of 7th grade material and are jumping in to our first unit of algebra, which is focused on functions. As we continue diving in to this unit and future units, I know my students will benefit from these flexible seating options. Thank you for giving my students tools that support focus, choice, and excitement for math—your generosity has truly transformed my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1754590685812,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-focused-learning/9539143/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for Focused Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4828048_orig.jpg?crop=500,500,x0,y38&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754400347575","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4828048"},{"teacherId":9554999,"projectId":8941849,"letterContent":"The new cheerleading uniforms are a huge success thanks to you! The students were thrilled to show off all their hard work in uniforms that match their efforts. Our team was able to cheer on our basketball team all the way to the district championships. I have no doubt your generosity was a piece of this puzzle. This season I had the honor of witnessing athletes gain confidence and grow as leaders. Part of this success was having the proper attire for their sport. I sincerely thank you for making that possible.","fullyFundedDate":1732628666059,"projectUrl":"project/help-student-athletes-get-new-uniforms/8941849/","projectTitle":"Help Student Athletes Get New Uniforms!","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Patch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9554999_orig.jpg?crop=778,778,x709,y177&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730304433001","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9554999"},{"teacherId":9812277,"projectId":9209940,"letterContent":"My students' faces lit up with delight as soon as they saw the new materials and snacks. The fact that they now have a place where everything is well-organized and refreshments are always there when they need a little pick-me-up made them quite happy. We put up the organizers right away, and the students enjoyed having a designated place to keep their work organized and handy. The nutritious snacks have already helped students maintain their energy and concentration during class, particularly in the afternoons when focus tends to decline.","fullyFundedDate":1746785481699,"projectUrl":"project/help-me-give-my-students/9209940/","projectTitle":"Help Me Give My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vasquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9812277_orig.png?crop=1414,1414,x388,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747138192307","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9812277"},{"teacherId":8752103,"projectId":9095053,"letterContent":"I would like to extend my deepest gratitude to each of you for your generous donation to support my middle school classroom. As a teacher in a Title I school, where many of my students come from low-income families, your contribution means the world to me and my students.\r\n\r\nIn our community, access to basic resources can often be a barrier to learning, and one of the most essential, yet overlooked, resources is food. Many of my students arrive at school without having had breakfast or with limited access to nutritious snacks throughout the day. As you can imagine, this affects not only their energy levels but also their ability to focus, engage, and succeed academically. Thanks to your thoughtful donation, I've been able to provide snacks that keep my students fueled and ready to learn, no matter the challenges they may face outside the classroom.\r\n\r\nWhen the students come in well fed they are more alert, more engaged, and better able to participate in classroom activities when they have the sustenance they need. For many of them, the snacks I am able to provide are often the only ones they receive during the school day. \r\n\r\nBeyond just filling their stomachs, your donation has instilled a sense of kindness and community in my classroom. The students understand that their needs are being met, and that there are people out there who believe in them, even when things are tough. It helps to create a positive, supportive atmosphere where they feel valued and encouraged to do their best.\r\n\r\nThe kindness you've shown to my students is a beautiful example of how small acts of compassion can have far-reaching effects. \r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for your donation and for believing in the importance of education and the well-being of every child. Your support is not only providing snacks but is also nurturing the growth and potential of future leaders. 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