{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Rothenberg Preparatory Academy","outOfStateSupporters":28.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10008414,"projectId":9294908,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous contributions to our \"Reading and Loving Lit\" campaign for my fourth grade class. Your support has been instrumental in transforming our classroom into a vibrant, inclusive space where African American literature takes center stage. The impact of your donations has been profound, and I am thrilled to share the incredible changes we have witnessed in our students.\r\n\r\nYour contributions have allowed us to acquire a diverse collection of books featuring African American protagonists and authors. This newfound representation has resonated deeply with my students, providing them with relatable characters and stories that reflect their own experiences and histories. The presence of these narratives in our curriculum has not only bolstered students' appreciation for literature but has also fostered a sense of pride and identity among them.\r\n\r\nOne of the most remarkable changes we have observed is the increased participation in class discussions. Students are now more eager to share their thoughts and interpretations, knowing that their voices and perspectives are valued and reflected in the literature we explore. The stories have sparked meaningful conversations, encouraging students to think critically and express themselves more confidently.\r\n\r\nFurthermore, student engagement has reached new heights. The introduction of literature with African American main characters has captured their imaginations and inspired a genuine love for reading. Students are not only completing their assignments with enthusiasm but are also seeking out additional books by these authors on their own. This self-motivated exploration of literature is a testament to the impact your support has had on their educational journey.\r\n\r\nIn conclusion, your generous donations have made a significant difference in our classroom. By supporting the \"Reading and Loving Lit\" campaign, you have helped create an environment where all students can see themselves in the stories they read, leading to improved participation and engagement. Thank you once again for your kindness and belief in the power of literature to inspire and empower young minds.","fullyFundedDate":1746536906239,"projectUrl":"project/reading-and-loving-lit/9294908/","projectTitle":"Reading and Loving Lit","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shakir","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10008414_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745951521063","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrspshakir"},{"teacherId":1998081,"projectId":9509550,"letterContent":"My first graders are so thankful for your generosity and kindness. We are so excited to use the school supplies and organizational materials for the beginning of our school year. We use the math journals everyday to practice different skills in math. We use the headphones with our iPads so that we can focus on our learning while testing. We use our dry erase markers and paddles to have our work quickly assessed. \r\nAgain, we would like to thank you for thinking of us as we continue grow and learn as first graders.","fullyFundedDate":1755785748755,"projectUrl":"project/1st-grade-math-rpa-stars/9509550/","projectTitle":"1st Grade Math RPA Stars","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Howard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1998081_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597414912628","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1998081"},{"teacherId":9546464,"projectId":9098805,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous donation that allowed us to purchase new supplies for our mathematics learning centers. These resources have provided students with meaningful opportunities to make choices in their learning. Having a variety of engaging tools available has encouraged students to explore math concepts in ways that match their individual learning styles, which has made our classroom more interactive and student-centered.\r\n\r\nYour support has also made it possible to keep everything organized and accessible for students. With clearly labeled supplies and structured learning centers, students are now able to quickly find the items they need and take ownership of their learning process. This organization has fostered independence and responsibility, while also ensuring our classroom runs smoothly.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your generosity has led to significant growth in student learning. The new supplies have created a more hands-on, engaging environment where students feel confident practicing skills and tackling challenges. We've already seen students strengthen their math understanding and enthusiasm, which would not have been possible without your thoughtful contribution.","fullyFundedDate":1740750191957,"projectUrl":"project/mathematics-learning-centers/9098805/","projectTitle":"Mathematics Learning Centers","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Detzel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9546464_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719449750407","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9546464"},{"teacherId":4677084,"projectId":8653178,"letterContent":"The comfy couch has given our class a place to spend time with their friends in a meaningful way. \r\nThank you for having a generous heart and support our classroom with important materials.\r\nThe comfy couch allows the students to read books along or with friends. It allows for our class to have some along time and fosters independence. The comfy couch helps our friends that may feel overwhelmed and teaches them how to be content by themselves. \r\nThe comfy couch as help build safe, stable, and nurturing relationships within our classroom","fullyFundedDate":1733410713740,"projectUrl":"project/comfy-couch/8653178/","projectTitle":"Comfy Couch","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Terry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4677084_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1531674394298","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alicia-terry"},{"teacherId":4677084,"projectId":8386268,"letterContent":"Thank for giving my students with a head start of learning with important kindergarten readiness skill. Your generous support helped with learning with basic colors, and number recognition. \r\n The students enjoyed matching the correct colors of the counting tree and counting the rings to the correct number. This helped to introduce them to math and numbers in a fun and interesting way. Your support has mean so much to our class as they are learning by play. They learned best when actively engaged in playful.\r\n\r\nThank You","fullyFundedDate":1723567782357,"projectUrl":"project/head-start/8386268/","projectTitle":"Head Start","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Terry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4677084_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1531674394298","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alicia-terry"},{"teacherId":4677084,"projectId":8328494,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing my student with a head start on a lifelong connection with nature. As they cared for plants they were boosting creativity, social skills, cognitive development and gaining confidence. \r\nOur school is lucky to have a rooftop garden on the roof. Having gardening tools to fit their small hands were a gain changer and you should have seen they tiny little faces light up.\r\nThank you for having a generous heart and supporting my class with having a meaningful interaction with their surrounding.","fullyFundedDate":1714780823073,"projectUrl":"project/garden-of-wisdom/8328494/","projectTitle":"Garden of Wisdom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Terry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4677084_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1531674394298","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alicia-terry"},{"teacherId":6908404,"projectId":8539766,"letterContent":"I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to everyone who generously donated snacks to my classroom. Your kindness and thoughtfulness have made a significant difference in my students' daily lives. These snacks provide much-needed energy and create a sense of community and care within our classroom. Each time a snack is shared, it brings smiles and fosters connections among the students, making our learning environment even more vibrant and welcoming.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your donations goes beyond the classroom. For many of my students, having a snack available allows them to focus better on lessons without being distracted by hunger. It also encourages them to develop healthy habits and helps them feel supported and valued. Your contributions have truly enriched our classroom experience, and I am incredibly grateful for your generosity. Thank you for being such an essential part of our learning journey!","fullyFundedDate":1733852937435,"projectUrl":"project/please-help-provide-snacks-for-my-studen/8539766/","projectTitle":"Please Help Provide Snacks for My Students.","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6908404_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760711088630","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6908404"},{"teacherId":7785104,"projectId":8488353,"letterContent":"As we all endure these freezing cold temperatures I can't help but be so grateful for the work that we were able to do this winter to provide brand new shoes, uniforms, coats, hats, gloves, socks, underwear, and blankets to over 125 of our students right before the cold hit. It warms my heart each day when the kiddos arrive to school in their gear that I know came from The Rothenberg Rack. The gym shoes funded by this Donors Choose project have been an absolute game changer for some of our families this winter as students have had to walk to school in snow, ice, and freezing conditions. Prior to the shoes provided by the Rack some students would walk to school with socks and slides on even in the winter time. Your donation to this donors choose project was truly a gift to many of our families. This would not have been possible without your support and donation to this project. I cannot thank you enough! Stay warm!","fullyFundedDate":1729809376823,"projectUrl":"project/the-rothenberg-rack-shoes/8488353/","projectTitle":"The Rothenberg Rack - Shoes!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Diggs","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7785104_orig.jpg?crop=1904,1904,x68,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1615220736860","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rothenbergrackshoes"},{"teacherId":1998081,"projectId":8931242,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation to our project, First Grade Lego STEMmers! The first graders were very excited to continue our learning through STEM education.\r\nEach student will have their own Lego set to build and create during recess or free time. They will be able to put their kits together to make a Lego city. \r\nWe have been working hard all school year to learn the engineering design process. 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