{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Charter Middle School for Applied Technologies","outOfStateSupporters":26.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8431609,"projectId":9809229,"letterContent":"When we opened the packages, my students were shocked to see so many of the items they had specifically asked for. These new prizes have already brought genuine smiles and excitement into my intervention class.\r\n\r\nThanks to these additions, students are now eagerly competing on our leaderboards. Tracking things like most time spent, highest proficiency, and the number of questions answered. Each week, the top three leaders get to choose a sweet treat, which has quickly become a highlight everyone looks forward to. And every Friday, the wheel-of-names still sparks loud cheers of \"YES, I won!\" and playful calls for \"one more spin!\"\r\n\r\nThese prizes will continue to motivate my students as they work hard to meet their weekly IXL goals.","fullyFundedDate":1760744006336,"projectUrl":"project/every-6th-grader-loves-a-treat/9809229/","projectTitle":"Every 6th Grader Loves a Treat.","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Siffringer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8431609_orig.png?crop=539,539,x0,y52&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651113444414","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8431609"},{"teacherId":9405320,"projectId":9582385,"letterContent":"The newly added books have greatly enriched our classroom library! Students have found books that inspired them, excited them, and pushed them to read more. In my classroom, students are required to read 15 minutes a night and complete a reading log. Providing my students with books like Goosebumps, Percy Jackson, Dork Diaries, etc. have pushed even my reluctant readers to pick up a book for their reading logs. \r\n\r\nI have a student who struggles to read on grade level and is very quiet in class. Today, she checked out her third Goosebumps book after having already finished two others. She was super excited to start a new one! We have also been reading the book Ghost in class, and I have been unable to keep the rest of the series on the shelf! My students were not only excited to receive these books, but they have also truly taken advantage of having access to so many new stories! \r\nThank you for giving them the opportunity to be inspired by stories, and to continue to develop and strengthen their literacy skills!","fullyFundedDate":1755482965302,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-library/9582385/","projectTitle":"Classroom Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bryk","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9405320_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755455162210","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9405320"},{"teacherId":7585913,"projectId":9164647,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping to restock our rewards and motivate my students! They loved seeing packages come in and rewards being taken out that they could earn! It helps to keep them motivated and working towards a small reward!\r\nAs we use our program IXL, I do a weekly wheel of names and they love to see their name get picked in front of everyone and then choose a reward! \r\nProviding rewards wouldn't be possible without generous donors like you. We appreciate and are so grateful for your generous donations that helped fund this project! Thank you for being the good in this world!","fullyFundedDate":1747828752634,"projectUrl":"project/restock-the-rewards/9164647/","projectTitle":"Restock the Rewards!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kennedy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7585913_orig.jpg?crop=1898,1898,x0,y139&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659747923979","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7585913"},{"teacherId":8973690,"projectId":9310098,"letterContent":"I want to express my deepest gratitude for your generous donation to my classroom. Your support in providing pencils, calculators, address labels, and binder clips may seem simple to some, but to my 6th grade science students and me, it means the world. These supplies are more than just tools they are the building blocks that help create an organized, engaging, and successful learning environment.\r\n\r\nIn a 6th grade science classroom, the little things often make the biggest difference. Pencils allow students to take meaningful notes, draw diagrams, label models, and revise their work as their understanding grows. I can't tell you how often students come to class without a writing tool, not because they don't care, but because of circumstances beyond their control. Now, because of your kindness, I'll be able to ensure that every student has what they need to participate fully in learning without the embarrassment or stress of not being prepared.\r\n\r\nThe calculators will be especially powerful learning tools. Science and math are deeply connected, and many of our lessons involve data collection, measurement, graphing, and analyzing results. Whether students are calculating temperature changes in our thermal energy unit or determining speed in our motion unit, having a classroom set of calculators ensures everyone can focus on learning the science, not worrying about what they don't have. It levels the playing field and gives every student, no matter their background, a fair chance to succeed.\r\n\r\nYour donation of address labels and binder clips may seem like small classroom management items, but they make a huge impact behind the scenes. Labels will help me organize student materials, notebooks, and lab supplies so students can quickly find what they need and spend more time engaged in learning. Binder clips will help keep student work, data sheets, and lab handouts neat and organized, especially during hands-on experiments when we need quick access to procedures and results. These simple tools help make our classroom run smoothly, creating a more structured, supportive environment where students can focus on exploration and discovery.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your generosity shows my students that there are people out there beyond their classroom walls who believe in them. It communicates to them that their education matters and that their efforts are worth supporting. That sense of being valued can truly change how students approach their learning. I've seen their faces light up when they realize someone cares enough to invest in their success. It inspires them to work harder and to take pride in their learning community.\r\n\r\nThank you for being that person. Thank you for investing in our classroom, in my students' growth, and in their future. Your gift is not just a donation; it's an act of kindness that will make a lasting impact on my students' confidence and their ability to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1746729920016,"projectUrl":"project/stem-project-support-and-organizers/9310098/","projectTitle":"STEM Project Support and Organizers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Compagnoni","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8973690"},{"teacherId":8431609,"projectId":9247651,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for taking the time to support my students and their continued learning in our classroom! My students were thrilled when their packages arrived. We waited until all of them had been delivered so we could open them together as a class. They knew some packages were coming, but they had no idea what was inside—their faces were filled with excitement and surprise!\r\n\r\nSince receiving the materials, my students have been especially motivated to reach their IXL goals. Several have even started friendly competitions to see who can complete the most lessons or spend the most time on the program.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting our class. Your generosity is truly appreciated and has made such a positive impact!","fullyFundedDate":1746804436769,"projectUrl":"project/reward-hard-working-students/9247651/","projectTitle":"Reward Hard-Working Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Siffringer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8431609_orig.png?crop=539,539,x0,y52&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651113444414","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8431609"},{"teacherId":3065200,"projectId":9245817,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping build our classroom library! My goal was to provide more graphic novels and more books that represented the very diverse group of students I teach. And I'd like to think we took a huge step toward that goal. \r\n\r\nThe graphic novels, in particular, have been a tremendous hit. There's even a waiting list for some books (the Stranger Things series). What's even better - I've had students remark that what they've learned so far this year is that READING CAN BE FUN. I have students who take home the books because they want to read more. For context, this is not the norm for middle-school students. In other words, you helped us to find the right books for the right kids. \r\n\r\nOverall, the main \"skill\" you're helping me to teach is that reading can be enjoyable. For many of my students, this is a turning point in their reading journey and, hopefully, what will be a lifelong journey. \r\n\r\nWords are not enough to say how grateful we are for these books & how you've helped fill our shelves & brains! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1746490235205,"projectUrl":"project/books-books-books-everybody/9245817/","projectTitle":"Books Books Books - Everybody!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lane","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3065200"},{"teacherId":8973690,"projectId":9173187,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for your donations to our sweet treat reward project. The students were beyond excited and grateful to receive a sweet treat for putting their best efforts into their science learning. Each time, they are motivated and encouraged to reach their full potential while having a positive experience in the classroom. Being rewarded is a great way to build perseverance and confidence. They know they have a sweet moment to look forward to after all their hard work and dedication. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1742994947163,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-treat-reward/9173187/","projectTitle":"Sweet Treat Reward!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Compagnoni","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8973690"},{"teacherId":3065200,"projectId":9043131,"letterContent":"To understand the impact of your gift, you need to know that a large population of my students is fidgety and considered \"hyperactive.\" The wobble seats and high-top seating have given us all an outlet for this energy, and for that we cannot thank you enough! \r\n\r\nIn addition to these materials helping students focus their brains, it has also built agency in students' learning by allowing them to pick their seats and tools that best help their learning.\r\n\r\nOverall, thank you for your generosity and kindness! You're helping to build engaged and proactive students who are in charge of their learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1738263238338,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-active-students/9043131/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for Active Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lane","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3065200"},{"teacherId":3065200,"projectId":9039312,"letterContent":"The whiteboards, dry-erase markers, and erasers have been an IMMENSE gift to our classroom, and we're so grateful for your generosity!\r\n\r\nIn the picture, you'll see that I like to use these materials for assessment purposes: students write down responses to questions, and I can easily see their answers and how I may need to adapt instruction based on this information. Recently, we played a very rowdy game of trivia where students used the whiteboards and markers to write their answers - it was very competitive and loud, but it was extremely effective and engaging! \r\n\r\nOne aspect of these materials that I didn't anticipate was how they help students mentally and emotionally. I have students who come in and grab a board and marker to doodle on. Not only does this help my very active students stay focused, but it helps fuel creativity and provides a release for them. \r\n\r\nIn all, we're extremely grateful for these resources! Thank you for your kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1742994947114,"projectUrl":"project/scribble-dont-scribble-do/9039312/","projectTitle":"Scribble-Don't-Scribble-DO","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lane","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3065200"},{"teacherId":8431609,"projectId":8812810,"letterContent":"Telling my students about their new IXL prizes was so much fun but the arrival was even better! Their faces lite up with excitement as we unboxed together. The class was thrilled to see the variety of prizes to be earned! \r\n\r\nStudents could earn up to two prizes per week. Each prize earned also entered them into our weekly raffle for larger prizes. Your donations provided enough IXL prizes to last until the end of the school year! \r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting my classroom and rewarding my students for their hard work!","fullyFundedDate":1737061378025,"projectUrl":"project/if-you-give-a-hard-worker-a-treat/8812810/","projectTitle":"If You Give a Hard Worker a Treat...","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Siffringer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8431609_orig.png?crop=539,539,x0,y52&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651113444414","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8431609"},{"teacherId":8431609,"projectId":8812895,"letterContent":"My students were thrilled to see the items purchased from your donations. These items have been a game changer. Specifically, the glue sticks. We work in our interactive notebooks daily and glue between 1-3 pages. Teaching 4 classes every day, we can go through glue quickly. We never have to worry about using the dreadful liquid glue.\r\n\r\nThe post-it notes and markers have brought our class models/discussions to life. More students are interested in being the illustrator of our models now that we have new markers. The wide variety of post-it colors make it easy to differentiate between classes and their ideas.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1727885542660,"projectUrl":"project/basic-supplies-are-good-for-the-soul/8812895/","projectTitle":"Basic Supplies Are Good for the Soul","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Siffringer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8431609_orig.png?crop=539,539,x0,y52&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651113444414","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8431609"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_121842","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":null,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":64,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":48,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":38,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Not specified","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR District Weighted Average","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"UNCLASSIFIED","ncesMetroType":null},"inStateSupporters":73.3,"schoolId":121842,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Charter Middle School for Applied Technologies on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Charter Middle School for Applied Technologies","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-state-department-education/charter-middle-school-for-applied-technologies/121842"}