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As soon as students saw the variety waiting for them, their faces lit up. Several of them said things like, \"We actually get snacks today?\" and you could feel the energy shift in the room. Students who usually start the session sluggish were suddenly alert, talkative, and ready to work. It was amazing to see how something as small as a snack could change their whole attitude.\r\n\r\nThe snacks have also created a sense of community. Students gather around the table, pick out what they want, and spend a few minutes talking with each other before getting started. That short break helps them decompress and get into the right mindset for learning. I have noticed that once they have had something to eat, they settle into their assignments much faster and stay focused longer.\r\n\r\nYour support didn't just fill a need—it gave our students comfort, consistency, and a little joy at the end of their busy day. 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The chips, cookies, and small chocolate treats have been especially appreciated by students who need a quick snack to recharge and stay focused.\r\nWhen the students first saw the snacks, they were excited and grateful. Sharing these treats has created a warm and welcoming atmosphere where students feel supported and cared for. 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Thank you for making this happen.\r\n\r\nThe school year is starting out strong and we're getting the groups back together. Thank you for your kindness and generosity towards my students.","fullyFundedDate":1790706602806,"projectUrl":"project/rock-of-ages/10690372/","projectTitle":"Rock of Ages","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. H","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp546296_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1448374996629","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-hou"},{"teacherId":546296,"projectId":10688582,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for the generous donation of Regents and AP exam review books to my classroom. 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About this school
University Preparatory Charter High School is
an urban public school
in Bronx, New York that is part of New York State Department Education.
It serves 479 students
in grades 9 - 12.
Its teachers have had 702 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
Supporting this school will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.
Public School
Title 1
Data about Title 1 status comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education.
Grades 9 - 12
479 Students
# of teachers unavailable
600 Saint Anns Ave 4th FlContact info is sourced from our partners at MDR Education, and DonorsChoose updates our site ahead of each school year.
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University Preparatory Charter High School Demographics
88%
of students receive free or reduced price lunch
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
Source: the National Center for Education Statistics
98%
of students are Black, Latino, Native
American, or Asian
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Last updated Oct 28, 2026
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University Preparatory Charter High School
$281,009
raised using DonorsChoose
702
projects
funded
34
teachers
funded
925
donors
26
projects
for
basic supplies
194
projects for
technology
79
projects for
books
11
projects
for
art supplies
University Preparatory Charter High School has received support from
459 individuals from New York and
466 individuals out-of-state.