{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Freire Charter Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":39.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8012673,"projectId":10468834,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding this project for my students! \r\n\r\nMy students loved opening the boxes of fidgets and school supplies! Their faces lit up when they played with the various fidgets and decided on which ones are their favorites. Since the first day of school, I have had students come to my office to take breaks, check ins, and work on assignments. They always love how they get to pick a fidget of their choice, including all the new ones you all graciously funded! It truly helps them to stay focused and on task.\r\n\r\nThe standing desks have been a huge hit too! My students love how they are able to now stand and move around instead of having to sit at a desk during their long school days. They enjoy adjusting the height of the desks as needed and the choice to have movement in their day. In addition, the folders and binders will be so helpful for my students as they continue to work on their executive functioning skills throughout the school year.\r\n\r\nFinally, the Chat Chains game has been such a fun way for my students to work on their conversation skills with each other in small groups. The students love the questions on the cards and have been having some meaningful conversations this first week of school. \r\n\r\nThank you all again for your generosity to help my students access the various tools needed to help them be successful in their school days!","fullyFundedDate":1786642806675,"projectUrl":"project/help-these-busy-minds-to-learn/10468834/","projectTitle":"Help These Busy Minds to Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Yuan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8012673_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y162&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1629898315685","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8012673"},{"teacherId":9003737,"projectId":9095931,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my 6th grade students now have a larger and more diverse classroom library filled with books they are excited to read. Having new books available has made reading feel more inviting and accessible in our classroom. When students first saw the new collection, they immediately began flipping through the pages, looking at covers, and recommending books to one another. Some students were especially excited to find books connected to their interests, while others discovered new genres and authors they had never explored before.\r\n\r\nWe are using the new books during independent reading, small-group activities, and daily reading time. One of my favorite moments has been watching students eagerly choose a book, find a comfortable spot in the classroom, and become immersed in their reading. Moving forward, we will continue exploring the new collection, sharing book recommendations, and using our reading experiences to build stronger comprehension, vocabulary, and a lifelong love of reading. Thank you for helping make our classroom library a place where every student can find a book that sparks their curiosity and makes them want to keep reading.","fullyFundedDate":1744818312619,"projectUrl":"project/for-the-love-of-reading/9095931/","projectTitle":"For the Love of Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Weinberg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9003737_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705542118453","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9003737"},{"teacherId":9003737,"projectId":8562731,"letterContent":"Our new mental health tools have already made a meaningful difference in our 6th grade classroom. Students are using the resources during morning check-ins, independent work, and moments when they need help managing stress or strong emotions. One activity that has stood out is our \"feelings check-in,\" where students identify how they are feeling and choose a strategy that can help them reset, such as breathing exercises, journaling, or taking a short quiet break. When the materials first arrived, many students were excited to explore them and immediately began asking questions about how they could use the different tools. It was wonderful to see students recognize that taking care of their mental health is an important part of being successful in school.\r\n\r\nThe resources have also helped create a classroom where students feel more comfortable talking about emotions and asking for support. Rather than seeing these conversations as something separate from learning, students are beginning to understand that managing stress, frustration, and anxiety can help them stay focused and engaged. Our next step is to continue practicing these strategies and have students reflect on which tools work best for them. Thank you for giving my students resources that support not only their academic growth, but also their confidence, well-being, and ability to navigate the challenges of middle school.","fullyFundedDate":1733253602036,"projectUrl":"project/mental-health-tools/8562731/","projectTitle":"Mental Health Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Weinberg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9003737_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705542118453","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9003737"},{"teacherId":9594294,"projectId":10231076,"letterContent":"Your donations sparked so much joy and excitement as my students worked on their Independent Reading Book Reports! The snacks and drink packets helped fuel their creativity and curiosity as they dove into their books. For many of my students, this was the first book report they had written all year and, sadly, one of the first times some had opened a book for pleasure rather than simply to complete an assignment.\r\n\r\nI framed this project not only as an opportunity to be creative, but also as a chance to experience a different kind of reading—one where you curl up with a good book, a favorite drink, and a tasty snack, just as avid readers often do outside the classroom.\r\n\r\nMy goal is to help my students become lifelong readers who develop the habit of reaching for a good book, a cozy drink, and a snack as they immerse themselves in a story and its characters' world.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping me create this experience for my students and for supporting their journey toward a lifelong love of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1777983839688,"projectUrl":"project/cafe-vibes-book-report-edition/10231076/","projectTitle":"Cafe Vibes: Book Report Edition","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nadya","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9594294_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767888468650","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9594294"},{"teacherId":2955593,"projectId":10117091,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in donating to my listed project. I am in awe of the consistent support my classroom receives from Donors Choose. With funding like you have provided, my students are able to receive some of the most basic supplies that will ensure their success in the classroom and for that I am forever grateful.\r\n\r\nWith the donation of pencils, I can ensure my students always have a writing utensil and are able to participate in class without an excuse. Having a heavy duty pencil sharpener is always extremely important because this allows students to stay in the classroom without having to walk to the front desk to sharpen their pencil. \r\n\r\nAgain, I am so thankful for your generosity in providing for my classroom. We are so grateful for donors like you!","fullyFundedDate":1778540116774,"projectUrl":"project/pencils-needed/10117091/","projectTitle":"Pencils Needed","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jordan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2955593"},{"teacherId":9594294,"projectId":9992685,"letterContent":"This project has been a light to my students! It had provided such joy, support and encouragement to our students.\r\n\r\nWe recently opened a library in our school which has by itself greatly supported our students. The bookmarks allowed our students in my Reading Academy class check out independent reading books that they felt were truly theirs. They decorated their bookmarks and saw their ownership in them every time they opened to where they left off. It provided a great visual for students to see how far they got and how much they had left to read. We donated the extra bookmarks to the library for all students to enjoy as well as used them for our own version of Headbands (a game) that we turned into a PSSA ELA vocabulary prep review game! \r\n\r\nAdditionally students used the cleaning supplies, wipes and sprays, to support their peers in having a clean environment which helped keep everyone from getting sick and ultimately getting to stay in school for more education. Mints, and MAD Libs as well as the pencils supported brain breaks and supported students in having a happy learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1769191962089,"projectUrl":"project/lively-literacy/9992685/","projectTitle":"Lively Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nadya","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9594294_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767888468650","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9594294"},{"teacherId":2955593,"projectId":9956404,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contributions to our classroom community. Many of my students often come to school lacking the basic necessities to succeed. However, many of these students are capable of achieving greatness as long as some things don't get in their way. By contributing to this project, you ensured that my students had something they need to succeed on a daily basis - pencils. \r\n\r\nAlthough this may seem small, this is a necessity for success in my classroom. Often, if students do not bring a pencil to class, they think they will not have to complete assignments. This is not okay in my classroom. By giving students pencils, I can ensure they are completing their work on a daily basis. \r\n\r\nAgain, thank you so much for your generous contributions. My students and I greatly appreciate it!","fullyFundedDate":1770945143398,"projectUrl":"project/pencils-needed-for-success/9956404/","projectTitle":"Pencils Needed for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jordan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2955593"},{"teacherId":9003737,"projectId":8951538,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students now have access to books that are exciting, engaging, and in good condition. In our 6th grade urban classroom in Philadelphia, books are an important part of our daily learning, but many of our classroom copies had become torn, worn, or missing pages after years of use. When the new books arrived, students were immediately excited to see familiar titles alongside new stories they had not yet explored. Several students began looking through the books right away, recommending titles to their classmates and asking when they could start reading.\r\n\r\nWe are now using these books for independent reading, small-group discussions, and classroom projects. One of the most rewarding moments has been watching students settle in with a new book and become completely absorbed in the story. Our next step is to continue building our classroom library and encourage students to read widely, share recommendations, and discuss the characters, themes, and connections they discover. Thank you for helping us create a classroom where students can see themselves as readers and have books they are proud to hold, read, and share.","fullyFundedDate":1733240760833,"projectUrl":"project/torn-and-tattered-books-need-replacing/8951538/","projectTitle":"Torn and Tattered Books Need Replacing!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Weinberg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9003737_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705542118453","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9003737"},{"teacherId":9003737,"projectId":8694737,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom donation, \"Healthy Snacks for Hungry Students!\" Because of you, our 6th graders have access to nutritious snacks that help them stay focused, energized, and ready to learn throughout the day.\r\n\r\nYour kindness goes beyond snacks—it shows our students that their well-being matters and that there are people in the community who care about their success. Having these healthy options available has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, especially during long school days.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your generosity and support. Thank you for helping our students learn, grow, and thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1726950501116,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-snacks-for-hungry-students/8694737/","projectTitle":"Healthy Snacks for Hungry Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Weinberg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9003737_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705542118453","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9003737"},{"teacherId":9003737,"projectId":8542970,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous supply donations at the beginning of the year. Because of your kindness, our classroom was able to start the year fully prepared with the materials we needed to create a positive, engaging learning environment for our students.\r\n\r\nYour support made an immediate difference—not only in helping us stay organized and equipped, but in allowing us to focus our energy where it matters most: teaching, learning, and growing together. We are truly grateful for your willingness to invest in our classroom and our students' success.\r\n\r\nThank you for being such an important part of our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1723831142961,"projectUrl":"project/lets-start-the-year-strong/8542970/","projectTitle":"Let’s Start the Year Strong!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Weinberg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9003737_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705542118453","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9003737"},{"teacherId":9003737,"projectId":9747828,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom project, Healthy Snacks = Happy Students. Your kindness and support have made a meaningful difference for my 6th grade students.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students now have access to healthy snacks that help them stay focused, energized, and ready to learn throughout the school day. For many students, having nutritious food available at school directly impacts their ability to concentrate, participate, and feel confident in the classroom. Your support helps create a learning environment where students can truly thrive.\r\n\r\nMy students and I are incredibly grateful for your generosity and for believing in the importance of student wellness and academic success. Projects like this would not be possible without caring donors like you.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and in the well-being of our students. Your support truly makes a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1765991572665,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-snacks-happy-students/9747828/","projectTitle":"Healthy Snacks = Happy Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Weinberg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9003737_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705542118453","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9003737"},{"teacherId":9003737,"projectId":9912061,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of sensory and literacy tools to our 6th grade classroom. Your support has made a meaningful difference in how our students learn and engage each day.\r\n\r\nThe sensory tools help students regulate their focus, manage stress, and feel more comfortable in the classroom—especially during challenging or high-energy moments. 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