{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Ann Richards Steam Academy","outOfStateSupporters":38.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8608564,"projectId":9840401,"letterContent":"I am writing to sincerely thank you for your generous donation of the printer to our classroom. Your support has made a meaningful and immediate impact on my students' learning experience.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, I am now able to provide printed notes, practice handouts, and instructional materials in both English and Spanish. This has significantly improved comprehension for my multilingual learners and has allowed families to better understand classroom expectations, assignments, and health concepts. Having materials available in both languages has strengthened communication between school and home and has helped ensure that every student feels included and supported.","fullyFundedDate":1763585832871,"projectUrl":"project/helping-english-language-learners/9840401/","projectTitle":"Helping English Language Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arenivar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8608564_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694283567362","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8608564"},{"teacherId":8515394,"projectId":9850884,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity. \r\nEach and every item is so valuable for our students.\r\n\r\nI appreciate your time and effort in investing in this project . Lot of our students are ESL learners or bilingual, as part of their learning comes with little understanding of the language. My goal was to enable the students to talk in groups, share ideas with peers. The more they talk the best outcome will be earned . \r\n\r\nAs I said, this project reached the purpose of learning by peers group work. A mounted vertical wall gave me more flexible learning environments for the classroom. Thank you so so much.","fullyFundedDate":1763585164564,"projectUrl":"project/a-thinking-math-classroom/9850884/","projectTitle":"A Thinking Math Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shadhrach","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8515394_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1656833495621","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8515394"},{"teacherId":8608564,"projectId":9896296,"letterContent":"I am truly thankful for hand sanitizer, Kleenex, spray deodorant, and Lysol in my classroom. Hand sanitizer and Lysol help prevent the spread of germs on shared supplies and surfaces, keeping my students healthier and reducing absences. Kleenex allows students to manage colds and allergies in a clean and respectful way. Spray deodorant helps students feel confident and comfortable, especially as they grow and become more self-aware. These simple supplies create a safe, caring environment where students feel supported, valued, and ready to focus on learning each day.","fullyFundedDate":1767177379885,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-care-essentials/9896296/","projectTitle":"Classroom Care Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arenivar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8608564_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694283567362","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8608564"},{"teacherId":9063038,"projectId":9781499,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation and helping our show come to life. If it wasn't for your help, we would not have a show. This was rated as the best show we have done at ARSA, so thank you. My students were at first shocked when they saw the costumes, of course its the 1900s but then slowly started to understand the character and bring it to life.\r\n\r\nNot only are we going to reuse all of the props and costumes, but now we are going to take them to compete in UIL One Act Play Festival. My students and I are so excited for everyone to see our story come to life. From the bottom of our hearts, we appreciate you and your support.","fullyFundedDate":1760998387950,"projectUrl":"project/staging-the-story-costumes-and-props-n/9781499/","projectTitle":"Staging the Story: Costumes and Props Needed!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. V","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9063038_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y61&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1718115090830","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msvtheatre"},{"teacherId":8608564,"projectId":9890715,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous donation of Post-it notes, washi tape, glue, pens, highlighters, and markers. These supplies may seem small on their own, but together they play a huge role in keeping our classroom organized, creative, and engaging. My students use these materials daily—for note-taking, interactive activities, projects, and collaborative work—and your support ensures that every student has access to the tools they need to do their best.\r\n\r\nYour kindness helps create a learning environment where students feel prepared, supported, and inspired. We are truly grateful for the thoughtfulness behind your donation and for the positive impact it has on our classroom every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1763603564636,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials/9890715/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arenivar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8608564_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694283567362","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8608564"},{"teacherId":8608564,"projectId":9840145,"letterContent":"On behalf of the Gardening Club, thank you so much for your generous donation of fruit and vegetable seeds and the wonderful planters. Your support has brought new excitement to our garden and has given our students the opportunity to learn, explore, and grow—both in their gardening skills and in their confidence.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our students can experience the full process of planting, caring for, and harvesting their own produce. The hands-on learning you've made possible teaches responsibility, teamwork, and a deeper appreciation for nature. We are truly grateful for the impact you've made on our program.\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1761751121154,"projectUrl":"project/planting-seeds-of-science/9840145/","projectTitle":"Planting Seeds of Science","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arenivar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8608564_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694283567362","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8608564"},{"teacherId":8608564,"projectId":9700524,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our 8th grade Gardening Club. The bee house, bird house, indoor planter, and five-tier planter have brought so much excitement and inspiration to our students. Your support gives them the opportunity to learn hands-on about nature, responsibility, and the importance of caring for our environment.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our garden is becoming a vibrant space where students can explore, create, and grow—both as gardeners and as young leaders. Your contribution truly helps their passion for nature thrive.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1758549479263,"projectUrl":"project/grow-your-knowledge/9700524/","projectTitle":"Grow Your Knowledge","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arenivar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8608564_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694283567362","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8608564"},{"teacherId":8608564,"projectId":9710306,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your thoughtful donation of cups, a water heater, and hot cocoa and tea packets. Your generosity helped create a warm and welcoming environment for my 8th grade students, and it truly brought comfort and joy to our classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our students were able to share moments of connection, community, and conversation over a simple but meaningful treat. Your kindness made a difference, and we are deeply grateful for the care you've shown our school and our students.","fullyFundedDate":1758224604812,"projectUrl":"project/a-cup-of-warmth/9710306/","projectTitle":"A Cup of Warmth","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arenivar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8608564_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694283567362","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8608564"},{"teacherId":8608564,"projectId":9761329,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of crayons, colored pencils, and markers to my 8th grade science class. These supplies may seem simple, but they make a tremendous difference in how my students learn. With your support, they can create colorful diagrams, illustrate scientific concepts, and express their understanding in creative and meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nYour donation has brightened our classroom—literally and figuratively—and has helped ensure that every student has the tools they need to succeed. We are truly grateful for your kindness and for the positive impact you've made on our learning environment.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1760550972912,"projectUrl":"project/creative-with-science/9761329/","projectTitle":"Creative with Science","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arenivar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8608564_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694283567362","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8608564"},{"teacherId":8517024,"projectId":9587591,"letterContent":"When the students seen your donations they were so excited and motivated! They were very grateful that someone they didn't know wanted to give to them! \r\n\r\nSince receiving your generous donations, our science scores have improved by more than 20%! Students are motivated to keep learning and continue earning rewards for their hard work. Next, we'll be using these materials for our upcoming unit on weather systems. Where they'll design mini projects to apply what they've learned.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping make this possible your support truly made a difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1755736850979,"projectUrl":"project/a-taste-for-tutoring/9587591/","projectTitle":"A Taste for Tutoring","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8517024_orig.png?crop=272,272,x48,y32&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657048014581","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8517024"},{"teacherId":8608564,"projectId":9762329,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation of beautiful decorations for dia de los muertos. My students are excited to take part and remember and celebrate loved ones and pets. For many of my students this is a new experience and they are excited to try this cultural tradition. It's nice seeing people of different cultures come together to celebrate together. Even other teacher came to participate which was wonderful to see thank ypu again for bringing joy to the class and my students.we can't thank you enough for you donation and I hope you enjoy the colorful pictures of the alter.","fullyFundedDate":1760653851670,"projectUrl":"project/remember-me/9762329/","projectTitle":"Remember Me","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arenivar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8608564_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694283567362","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8608564"},{"teacherId":9078968,"projectId":9202370,"letterContent":"Project Impact Update\r\nThanks to your generous donations, our 8th-grade scientists now have the supplies they need to explore, experiment, and engage deeply in hands-on learning every day. The basic materials you helped provide — notebooks, lab tools, markers, and organizational supplies — have made a tremendous difference in how our students learn and participate in science.\r\nEven though these items might seem simple, they've opened the door to meaningful, inquiry-based learning. Instead of spending time worrying about missing materials or sharing limited resources, students can now focus entirely on conducting experiments, recording observations, and analyzing results — just like real scientists do.\r\nOne of the most exciting changes has been seeing how students take pride in their work. With their own science notebooks and lab supplies, they've become more invested in documenting their findings and reflecting on their learning. Some of our students who were previously hesitant to participate have become our most curious experimenters — especially when using the new organizational tools and visual aids to make sense of complex concepts.\r\nIn short, your donation didn't just provide supplies; it created a sense of ownership, confidence, and enthusiasm for science. My students are more engaged, collaborative, and excited to learn because of you. Thank you for helping them see themselves as capable, creative scientists!\r\nWould you like me to make it sound more formal and data-driven (for administrators or grant reports) or more heartfelt and student-focused (for a DonorsChoose thank-you post)?","fullyFundedDate":1744032909913,"projectUrl":"project/staar-review-materials/9202370/","projectTitle":"STAAR Review Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shields-Melch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9078968"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_103524","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1094,"numTeachers":83,"percentFrplEligible":84,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":17,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":79,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"13.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":62.0,"schoolId":103524,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Ann Richards Steam Academy on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Ann Richards Steam Academy","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/dallas-independent-school-district/ann-richards-middle-school/103524"}