{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Juniata Park Academy","outOfStateSupporters":46.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2461348,"projectId":9473822,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity. My students were so excited when I showed them all of our new classroom materials. We are currently using the pattern blocks for our math centers and whole group lessons. We use the blocks daily! We will be using the 3D shapes next week. The class cannot wait!\r\n\r\nThe students used the paint and tape to make fun \"toys\" out of recycled materials during one of our literacy units. Since then, we have started our weather unit and have been using the thermometer to check the temperature daily.\r\n\r\nTheir favorite item was the magnetic tiles. They play with these daily during choice time. They love to make buildings, cars and food out of these tiles.\r\n\r\nYou have made such a difference in our kindergarten classroom. Thank you for your impact!","fullyFundedDate":1755687765852,"projectUrl":"project/little-learners-big-discoveries/9473822/","projectTitle":"Little Learners, Big Discoveries","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Laughman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2461348_orig.jpg?crop=1029,1029,x0,y116&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1677113908225","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-laughman"},{"teacherId":5779498,"projectId":9568252,"letterContent":"Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for fully funding our \"Stem-tastic Games for Newcomer Learners\" project. The moment the boxes arrived, the energy in the classroom completely shifted. My students, many of whom are navigating a new language and a new country, reacted with absolute delight. Seeing the colorful boxes and fun themes of games like Zingo! and Skillmatics Memory Match instantly lowered the anxiety and formality of the classroom. They were buzzing with excitement, pointing at the numbers and pictures, and immediately wanting to know how to play. This wasn't just \"school work\"—it was a gift that made them feel welcomed and valued, offering a non-intimidating way to engage with new academic concepts.\r\n\r\nWe are already putting the resources to incredible use. A specific and powerful moment occurred recently when we used the Zingo! Bingo Numbers & Counting Game. These students often struggle with rapid number identification in English, but the tactile nature of the Zingo! tiles and the immediate feedback of the game made it click. One student, who usually hesitates during math activities, shouted \"Zingo!\" after matching the number seven. The pride on their face was immense; they weren't just counting—they were successfully participating in an English-language game for the first time. Simultaneously, we've used Words Over Easy and Scattergories The Card Games to inject joy into vocabulary acquisition, allowing students to practice quick word retrieval without the pressure of formal writing.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has built a foundation for fun, functional learning in our classroom. As a next step, we are currently working on strategy and problem-solving. We will be transitioning to using Make 7 and Quirkle next week. These games require pattern recognition, sequencing, and critical thinking, building upon the basic vocabulary and number sense they gained from Zingo! and Memory Match. The goal is to move from simple recognition to complex application, using these engaging games to make abstract STEM concepts concrete and collaborative. Thank you again for providing the resources that make this essential growth possible!","fullyFundedDate":1758292656411,"projectUrl":"project/stem-tastic-games-for-newcomer-learners/9568252/","projectTitle":"STEM-tastic Games for Newcomer Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5779498_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1535161357523","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5779498"},{"teacherId":5650481,"projectId":9704329,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in funding our new wobble chairs! These vibrant additions have truly transformed our classroom environment. My students are absolutely loving them—they're more engaged, focused, and excited to learn each day.\r\n\r\nIt's amazing to see how something as simple as flexible seating can make such a big difference. The chairs have not only added comfort and movement to our learning space, but they've also sparked joy and creativity. We're incredibly grateful for your kindness and belief in our classroom.\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1763580999012,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-my-amazing-esol-stu/9704329/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating For My Amazing ESOL Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5650481_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533811735831","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-jo"},{"teacherId":4005828,"projectId":9903329,"letterContent":"Thank you for your kind and generous donations that helped us get these wonderful snacks for kindergarten! Now I am able to guarantee that any child who needs a snack in kindergarten is able to get one when I am in one of the classes that I co-teach during our math centers/snack time. Our students in kindergarten have really been enjoying the Cheetos, Cheez-its, cookies, and Goldfish crackers. Thank you for providing this snack to my students! My students and I are very grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1763580999343,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-snacks/9903329/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Snacks!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hanauer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4005828_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1516167078711","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4005828"},{"teacherId":4005828,"projectId":9891383,"letterContent":"Thank you for your kind and generous donations that helped us get these wonderful snacks for kindergarten! Now I am able to guarantee that any child who needs a snack in kindergarten is able to get one when I am in one of the classes that I co-teach during our math centers/snack time. Our students in kindergarten have really been enjoying the Cheetos, Cheez-its, cookies, and Goldfish crackers. Thank you for providing this snack to my students! My students and I are very grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1763490183193,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-my-wonderful-students-in-kind/9891383/","projectTitle":"Snacks For My Wonderful Students in Kindergarten!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hanauer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4005828_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1516167078711","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4005828"},{"teacherId":5650481,"projectId":9881844,"letterContent":"I'd love to Sharing a Specific Moment: \r\n\r\nWe are currently studying group theory, which is often taught as a purely theoretical concept. With the new resources, we turned it into a building challenge. Students used the LEGOs and components from the making kits to construct physical models illustrating symmetries and transformations. For example, they built complex gears and rotating assemblies to physically demonstrate the commutative and non-commutative properties of different mathematical groups. One student, holding up their functional model, said, \"This makes so much more sense than just seeing the symbols on the board!\" This tactile approach allowed them to literally feel how the abstract rules govern real-world construction and motion.\r\n\r\nThank you for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1763568502987,"projectUrl":"project/transform-abstract-algebra-into-real-wor/9881844/","projectTitle":"Transform Abstract Algebra into Real-World STEM","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5650481_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533811735831","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-jo"},{"teacherId":211958,"projectId":9891732,"letterContent":"Providing daily snacks ensures students can stay focused, energized, and ready to learn. Hunger often disrupts attention, behavior, and participation. \r\n\r\nSnacks also support better classroom behavior and emotional regulation. Hunger often contributes to irritability, frustration, and difficulty managing emotions—factors that can lead to disruptions or conflicts among peers. \r\n\r\nOffering snacks gives students a simple, accessible way to regulate their bodies and moods before these challenges escalate. \r\n\r\nWhen students feel physically supported, they are more patient, cooperative, and responsive to guidance. This improves not only individual behavior but the classroom climate as a whole, fostering an environment in which all students feel safe and ready to participate.","fullyFundedDate":1763494108139,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-needed-for-empty-stomachs/9891732/","projectTitle":"Snacks Needed for Empty Stomachs","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Stepansky","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp211958_orig.jpg?crop=833,833,x364,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565263591630","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jstepansky"},{"teacherId":5650481,"projectId":9641202,"letterContent":"I want to express our deepest gratitude! Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, our classroom now has a color printer that brings worksheets, visuals, and student projects to life. This is especially vital for my English language learners (ELs), as clear, tangible, and vibrant resources help bridge language gaps and reinforce concepts.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has already made a huge, visible impact on our daily learning experience. Thank you for empowering our students and making our classroom more inclusive!","fullyFundedDate":1758292713172,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-learning-in-english-language-le/9641202/","projectTitle":"Colorful Learning in English Language Learners' Class!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5650481_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533811735831","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-jo"},{"teacherId":4005828,"projectId":9831994,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations that brought us water bottles and juice boxes for our Fall Festival! We had our Fall Festival last week, and it was an absolute success! Our students were given a soft pretzel and a choice of juice box or a water bottle. Our students loved to have a drink with their soft pretzel. Overall, the whole day Fall Festival we had was perfect, and we couldn't have done it without your generosity! Thank you for supporting our school and our students. We really appreciate it!","fullyFundedDate":1760730368169,"projectUrl":"project/juice-boxes-and-water-bottles-for-fall-f/9831994/","projectTitle":"Juice Boxes and Water Bottles For Fall Fest!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hanauer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4005828_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1516167078711","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4005828"},{"teacherId":211958,"projectId":9783437,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and kindness in supporting this project. Kids at this age that need these hygiene products my be to embarrassed to ask for them.\r\n\r\nI spoke to my middle school classes to let me know I have them and it is ok for them to come to me privately and I will give them one.\r\n\r\nWell to my surprise last week I actually had a student come to me asking for deodorant and a Cologne with out any hesitation. So I am so grateful for DonorsChoose for allowing me to get these supplies for my students who may not get these products at home.","fullyFundedDate":1762792095530,"projectUrl":"project/perfume-and-cologne-sample/9783437/","projectTitle":"Perfume and Cologne Sample","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Stepansky","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp211958_orig.jpg?crop=833,833,x364,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565263591630","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jstepansky"},{"teacherId":2035897,"projectId":9459461,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in helping provide headphones for my students. Your contribution may seem small, but it makes a tremendous difference in their daily learning experience. With this new tool, students can better focus, engage with digital content, and work at their own pace without distractions.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has created a more supportive and effective classroom environment, and my students are already excited to put their new headphones to use. We are truly grateful for your generosity and for believing in the importance of their education.","fullyFundedDate":1762879649815,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-happy-learners/9459461/","projectTitle":"Headphones for Happy Learners!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Leavesley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2035897_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1499716350572","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-leavesley"},{"teacherId":260831,"projectId":9830034,"letterContent":"I would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous grant that provided snacks for our school. Your support made a meaningful difference in our community.\r\nThe donated snacks ensured that our students had the energy and focus they needed throughout the day, especially during critical learning periods. For many students, having access to nutritious snacks not only helped them stay engaged in the classroom but also contributed to a more positive and supportive school environment. Teachers noticed improvements in attention, participation, and overall morale.\r\nYour generosity helped us meet an essential need and reminded our students that there are people who care deeply about their well-being and success. We are truly grateful for your partnership and the lasting impact it has had on our school community.\r\nThank you again for your kindness and support.","fullyFundedDate":1762616383646,"projectUrl":"project/breakfast-bars-a-healthy-altertative/9830034/","projectTitle":"Breakfast Bars - a Healthy Altertative","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Dixon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp260831_orig.jpg?crop=1018,1018,x80,y1219&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747051953646","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/260831"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_94411","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":854,"numTeachers":56,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":8,"percentBlack":10,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":76,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"15.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":53.8,"schoolId":94411,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Juniata Park Academy on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Juniata Park Academy","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/pennsylvania/philadelphia-city-school-district/juniata-park-academy/94411"}