{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Horizon Science Academy - Austintown","outOfStateSupporters":40.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9571656,"projectId":10192683,"letterContent":"Your generous donation to our Pre-K outdoor learning initiative has transformed our classroom in ways that extend far beyond what we imagined. You've given our four and five-year-olds something truly precious: a space where learning feels like an adventure, and where their hearts grow as much as their minds.\r\n\r\nEvery day, we watch your gift in action. When our students grab the mini footballs, they're not just playing—they're building coordination, confidence, and resilience. As they toss bean bags and cheer each other on, they're learning cooperation and celebrating one another's successes. Through the pull shuttle ball game, they discover the joy of working together toward a shared goal.\r\n\r\nBut perhaps most importantly, your donation gave us the compassion chair—our sanctuary in the outdoors. This quiet space has become the heart of our classroom. When big feelings emerge (and they do!), students now have a dedicated place to pause, reflect, and process their emotions surrounded by nature's calm. We've watched shy students find their voices here. We've seen frustrated learners take a breath and try again. We've witnessed empathy bloom in real time.\r\n\r\nYour investment isn't just in outdoor equipment—it's in the social-emotional foundation that makes our students better learners, kinder friends, and more resilient humans.\r\n\r\nThank you for seeing what our students need and answering that call. Your generosity reminds us why we do this work.","fullyFundedDate":1778607590327,"projectUrl":"project/building-compassion-through-outdoor-disc/10192683/","projectTitle":"Building Compassion Through Outdoor Discovery","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bova","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9571656_orig.jpg?crop=1411,1411,x473,y947&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728054434710","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9571656"},{"teacherId":10276042,"projectId":10040382,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous contribution to our classroom! Your gift of balance scales and counting bears has transformed how our students experience mathematics.\r\n\r\nEvery day, our learners engage in hands-on investigations—predicting, testing hypotheses, and discovering concepts like mass, weight, and equality through direct exploration. As they compare, balance, and count, they're building foundational math skills while developing critical thinking and scientific reasoning.\r\n\r\nWhat moves us most is watching students collaborate, communicate their findings, and grow confident in their abilities. Your support creates these rich learning moments that make abstract concepts concrete and mathematics joyful.\r\n\r\nOur students are developing into curious, capable mathematicians—and it's because of your belief in them.","fullyFundedDate":1778524298383,"projectUrl":"project/balance-scales/10040382/","projectTitle":"Balance Scales","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lively","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10276042"},{"teacherId":9133530,"projectId":10206074,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous donation of outdoor play equipment to our pre-K classroom. Your support has enriched our students' learning in ways that extend far beyond the classroom walls.\r\n\r\nThe basketball hoops, soccer balls, footballs, gator golf sets, bubbles, chalk, sunglasses, and dart board have transformed our outdoor space into a dynamic hub of growth and joy. Every day, I watch our youngest learners thrive as they engage in the kind of unstructured and guided play that is so critical during these formative years.\r\n\r\nWhat strikes me most is the profound impact these tools have on our students' development. Shy children find their confidence while tossing a football with friends. Active learners channel their boundless energy into soccer games and gator golf challenges. Creativity flourishes as students draw elaborate chalk masterpieces and chase bubbles across the playground. Through these simple activities, our pre-K students are developing motor skills, coordination, teamwork, and resilience—all while building lasting friendships and positive associations with physical activity.\r\n\r\nI've witnessed friendships blossom during outdoor play in ways that often don't happen indoors. Students who might struggle to connect in structured settings find common ground on the playground. They learn to collaborate, take turns, celebrate each other's victories, and support one another through challenges. These are the seeds of social-emotional growth that will benefit them throughout their lives.\r\n\r\nYour donation directly supports 60+ pre-K students in experiencing the transformative power of outdoor play. You've invested not just in equipment, but in their physical health, emotional well-being, and lifelong love of movement and activity.","fullyFundedDate":1778109611747,"projectUrl":"project/outdoor-play-growing-beyond-the-classro/10206074/","projectTitle":"Outdoor Play: Growing Beyond the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Goodman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missgoodmans-class"},{"teacherId":9133530,"projectId":10207552,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of dry erase markers and cleaner to my classroom. Your support has made a meaningful difference in how my students approach writing and problem-solving.\r\n\r\nThese simple tools have transformed our learning environment in ways I didn't anticipate. When students write with dry erase markers instead of pencils, something shifts—anxiety decreases, and risk-taking increases. The erasable nature of the markers has given my students permission to experiment, draft freely, and revise without fear. For my struggling writers and English language learners especially, this has been powerful. They're no longer paralyzed by the pressure to get it \"right\" the first time.\r\n\r\nI've incorporated these markers into our brainstorming sessions, graphic organizers, peer reviews, and essay outlines. The immediate visual feedback keeps students engaged and maintains momentum throughout our lessons. What's remarkable is that students are now focusing on content rather than worrying about neatness. They see firsthand how revision improves their work, and that builds genuine confidence.\r\n\r\nThis year, I've watched reluctant writers become willing participants. They're drafting ideas, experimenting with sentence structures, and celebrating their improvements. The cleaner ensures we can keep the pace moving, making corrections instantly and maintaining that engagement.\r\n\r\nYour donation has reminded me that sometimes the most powerful learning tools are the simplest ones. Thank you for investing in my students' growth and confidence as writers.","fullyFundedDate":1778109611507,"projectUrl":"project/learning-supplies/10207552/","projectTitle":"Learning Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Goodman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missgoodmans-class"},{"teacherId":9571656,"projectId":10220160,"letterContent":"Thank you for always supporting my classroom! Instructional resources for every child's level is hard to achieve without the opportunity to buy them myself. The Teacher Pay Teacher gift card is going to allow me to get resources for my ESL student, my students who are still working on Kindergarten math skills, and my students who are above grade level. During the year, these resources add up in costs, so this gift card will allow me to provide my students with other items they will need. Thank you for your continued generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1778109611347,"projectUrl":"project/educational-resources/10220160/","projectTitle":"Educational Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bova","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9571656_orig.jpg?crop=1411,1411,x473,y947&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728054434710","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9571656"},{"teacherId":9571656,"projectId":10137309,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom! These items are going to be so beneficial for my students to take them on many new adventures. I requested these new books to update my classroom library in my room. Reading is so important and I try to instill the love of reading in all of my students. My students will be so excited to get these new books and look through them. I can't wait for them to go on all these new adventures. Thank you so much for bringing that excitement and joy of reading to my students!","fullyFundedDate":1778109610880,"projectUrl":"project/books-galore/10137309/","projectTitle":"Books Galore","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bova","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9571656_orig.jpg?crop=1411,1411,x473,y947&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728054434710","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9571656"},{"teacherId":9571656,"projectId":10137301,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom! These items are going to be so beneficial for my students to take them on many new adventures. I requested these new books to update my classroom library in my room. Reading is so important and I try to instill the love of reading in all of my students. My students will be so excited to get these new books and look through them. I can't wait for them to go on all these new adventures. Thank you so much for bringing that excitement and joy of reading to my students!","fullyFundedDate":1778109611036,"projectUrl":"project/for-the-love-of-reading/10137301/","projectTitle":"For the Love of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bova","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9571656_orig.jpg?crop=1411,1411,x473,y947&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728054434710","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9571656"},{"teacherId":9571656,"projectId":10137287,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom! These items are going to be so beneficial for my students to take them on many new adventures. I requested these new books to update my classroom library in my room. Reading is so important and I try to instill the love of reading in all of my students. My students will be so excited to get these new books and look through them. I can't wait for them to go on all these new adventures. Thank you so much for bringing that excitement and joy of reading to my students!","fullyFundedDate":1778109611197,"projectUrl":"project/adventures-in-reading/10137287/","projectTitle":"Adventures in Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bova","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9571656_orig.jpg?crop=1411,1411,x473,y947&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728054434710","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9571656"},{"teacherId":9571656,"projectId":10137277,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom! These items are going to be so beneficial for my students to take them on many new adventures. I requested these new books to update my classroom library in my room. Reading is so important and I try to instill the love of reading in all of my students. My students will be so excited to get these new books and look through them. I can't wait for them to go on all these new adventures. Thank you so much for bringing that excitement and joy of reading to my students!","fullyFundedDate":1778109610505,"projectUrl":"project/for-the-love-of-books/10137277/","projectTitle":"For the Love of Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bova","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9571656_orig.jpg?crop=1411,1411,x473,y947&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728054434710","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9571656"},{"teacherId":9133530,"projectId":10177251,"letterContent":"On behalf of our school community, I want to express our deepest gratitude for your generous contribution to our Kindness Baskets initiative.\r\n\r\nYour donation directly supported a remarkable student-led program that is transforming how we care for one another. A group of passionate student leaders recognized that many of their peers face challenges beyond academics—stress, anxiety, and unmet basic needs. Rather than waiting for adults to act, they took ownership, organized donation drives, coordinated with local businesses, and personally assembled each basket with intention and care.\r\n\r\nThanks to donors like you, we've created:\r\n\r\n~Games that provide mental breaks and foster social connection\r\n~Mini backpacks that help students organize materials and carry essentials\r\n~Reusable water bottles promoting health and environmental responsibility\r\n~Headphones offering sensory breaks and moments of peace for students who need them\r\n~These baskets have reached students facing homelessness, those navigating family crises, and peers struggling with mental health challenges. More than providing material support, they send a powerful message: you belong here, and we see you.\r\n\r\nThe ripple effects of your generosity extend far beyond the recipients. Our student leaders have developed leadership skills, empathy, and a deeper understanding of community needs. Your investment has helped us build a sustainable model of peer support that's reshaping our school culture into one where everyone feels valued.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in young people and their capacity to lead with compassion. Your support makes kindness possible.","fullyFundedDate":1777649121657,"projectUrl":"project/spreading-joy-one-basket-at-a-time/10177251/","projectTitle":"Spreading Joy, One Basket at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Goodman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missgoodmans-class"},{"teacherId":10276042,"projectId":10150756,"letterContent":"Thank you for believing in outdoor learning.\r\n\r\nYour generous gift transforms how our students experience education. When they step outside, they're not just leaving the classroom—they're entering a living laboratory where science, observation, and curiosity come alive.\r\n\r\nA classroom rug becomes our outdoor gathering circle—a clean, comfortable foundation where students huddle together to observe insects in the grass, watch tadpoles transform, and discuss what they discover. It signals to our learners: this space is for learning.\r\n\r\nWireless earbuds connect our students to guided nature walks, bird calls, and educational documentaries. They explore with purpose, hearing expert voices that deepen their understanding of the ecosystems around them.\r\n\r\nStanley cups keep our students hydrated and focused during extended outdoor sessions. Proper hydration fuels concentration and stamina—the building blocks of engaged learning.\r\n\r\nTissues address a simple reality: outdoor exploration means comfort matters. When students aren't distracted by discomfort, they're free to wonder and discover.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your support creates equity. Not every student has access to these basics at home. By providing them at school, we ensure every child can participate fully in outdoor learning—without barriers, without limits.\r\n\r\nYour investment in outdoor education ripples far beyond our classroom. You're teaching our students that learning happens everywhere, that nature is a teacher, and that they deserve access to transformative educational experiences.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1777068215303,"projectUrl":"project/outdoor-learning-transforms-education/10150756/","projectTitle":"Outdoor Learning Transforms Education","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lively","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10276042"},{"teacherId":9571656,"projectId":10178651,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredible generosity in donating an easel and books to our classroom library! Your gift is already transforming how our students experience reading and learning.\r\n\r\nReading is the foundation of all learning. It develops critical thinking, expands vocabulary, builds imagination, and keeps minds active and engaged. Your donation directly supports these essential skills during our most formative years.\r\n\r\nEvery morning, our students gather around the easel you provided to explore new stories together. As we read aloud, their eyes light up with wonder and curiosity. They're building vocabulary, strengthening focus and concentration, and developing the critical thinking skills they'll need for lifelong success. The additional books in our classroom library give every student access to stories that spark imagination, inspire creativity, and make them feel smarter and more capable.\r\n\r\nYour books matter deeply. They show our students that reading opens doors to endless knowledge, adventure, and possibility. When children see themselves reflected in stories, when they discover new worlds through pages, when they experience the joy of reading—that's when literacy truly takes root.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your investment in our classroom library and our students' literacy development. Your generosity ensures that every child in our class has the chance to fall in love with reading and unlock their full potential.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the power of books and the promise of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1775681057922,"projectUrl":"project/essential-supplies/10178651/","projectTitle":"Essential Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bova","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9571656_orig.jpg?crop=1411,1411,x473,y947&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728054434710","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9571656"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_132139","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":401,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":51,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":46,"percentWhite":34,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":10,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":7,"gradesServed":"K - 2","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR District Weighted Average","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":null},"inStateSupporters":59.8,"schoolId":132139,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Horizon Science Academy - Austintown on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Horizon Science Academy - Austintown","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/ohio/ohio-department-of-education/horizon-science-academy-austintown/132139"}