{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Apollo Junior High School","outOfStateSupporters":19.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10577392,"projectId":10449529,"letterContent":"My students have been able to learn and growth through the enhanced opportunities provided by the generous donations of others! Thank you!! \r\n\r\nThe markers have allowed creative instruction and design in classroom projects completed by students. The white board that is free standing allows for groups to move about the classroom and work collaborative to share their information and findings with others. The file folders have helped me organize data and student work that can make their learning and my instruction more efficient.","fullyFundedDate":1786583884545,"projectUrl":"project/set-up-for-success/10449529/","projectTitle":"Set Up for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Joseph","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10577392"},{"teacherId":10631761,"projectId":10766845,"letterContent":"These new resources will make a difference in our school by helping me create a cleaner, more comfortable, and welcoming environment for our students. As a teacher assistant, I work hard to support our students and make sure they have what they need throughout the school day. Supplies such as batteries, deodorizer, Febreze, cleaning products, a vacuum, a wagon, and other everyday essentials help us take care of our classrooms, bathrooms, and school spaces. 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Having decorations and supplies helps create a welcoming environment where students and staff can celebrate diversity, learn from history, and feel a sense of pride and belonging. Kleenex is also an important everyday necessity that helps keep our classrooms and shared spaces stocked with supplies students need throughout the school day. These items may seem simple, but they make a difference in helping our school stay prepared, welcoming, and supportive of everyone. I am grateful to the donors who helped make this project possible. Their generosity allows us to celebrate important moments in history while also providing everyday essentials that benefit our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1792518015987,"projectUrl":"project/honoring-black-history-empowering-our-s/10677219/","projectTitle":"Honoring Black History, Empowering Our Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Beganovic-Karic","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10631761_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1792523738246","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10631761"},{"teacherId":10631761,"projectId":10756971,"letterContent":"This project has made a positive impact on my classroom by providing important everyday essentials like deodorant, batteries, a vacuum, a candle warmer, and other supplies. As a teacher assistant, I work hard to make sure my students have a clean, comfortable, and welcoming environment where they can focus on learning. Having a vacuum helps me keep our classroom clean, while deodorant and other personal care items can help students who may need them feel more comfortable and confident throughout the school day. Batteries and other essential supplies also help me take care of everyday classroom needs without having to purchase everything out of my own pocket. The candle warmer helps me create a more pleasant classroom environment. These items may seem small, but they make a difference in helping me maintain a classroom that is organized, comfortable, and ready for learning. I appreciate every donor who contributed to this project because their generosity helps me better support my students and meet their everyday needs. Their support reminds me that even simple supplies can make a meaningful difference in a classroom. Thank you for helping me create a better learning environment for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1792467287767,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-our-students-everyday-essent/10756971/","projectTitle":"Supporting Our Students: Everyday Essentials for Learning and Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Beganovic-Karic","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10631761_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1792523738246","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10631761"},{"teacherId":10681225,"projectId":10683312,"letterContent":"Dear donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for helping make this project possible! Having these extra supplies in our classroom has truly been a blessing. From snacks to personal care items and everyday essentials, everything has helped me make sure my students have what they need throughout the school day. Sometimes students need a little more than just pencils and paper, and being able to provide those things without them having to ask or feel uncomfortable means a lot to me.\r\n\r\nOne of my biggest goals is to make sure my students feel comfortable and cared for when they come to school. Having snacks available when someone is hungry or hygiene supplies when they're needed may seem like small things, but they can make a big difference. These resources help me take care of those everyday needs so my students can focus more on learning and less on anything else that might be bothering them.\r\n\r\nI plan to continue keeping these supplies available for my students whenever they need them. I want my classroom to always be a place where they know they can come for help, encouragement, or even just a little extra care. Thank you again for your kindness and generosity. You have helped me do something for my students that goes beyond academics, and I truly appreciate it!","fullyFundedDate":1790294125841,"projectUrl":"project/more-than-school-supplies-caring-for-ev/10683312/","projectTitle":"More Than School Supplies: Caring for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Montalvo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10681225"},{"teacherId":10681225,"projectId":10668057,"letterContent":"Dear donors,\r\n\r\nI want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generosity and support of my students! Thanks to you, our classroom now has additional resources that help make each school day a little brighter. From snacks that help keep students energized to fun school supplies that encourage creativity and participation, every item has a special purpose. Having these materials readily available allows me to better support my students' individual needs and create a welcoming environment where they feel comfortable, valued, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThese donations have brought new opportunities for hands-on learning and engagement into our classroom. The colorful pencils and activity materials help make learning more exciting, while the snacks provide a little extra comfort throughout the day. It's the small things, like having a special pencil to complete an assignment or a snack when needed, that can make a meaningful difference in a student's school experience.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, I look forward to continuing to incorporate these materials into our daily lessons, small-group activities, and classroom routines. My goal is to create a learning environment where every student feels supported and encouraged to do their best. Your kindness has helped make that possible, and I am truly grateful that you chose to invest in my students and their success. Thank you for making a difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1789951157846,"projectUrl":"project/little-supplies-big-learningi/10668057/","projectTitle":"Little Supplies, Big LearningI","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Montalvo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10681225"},{"teacherId":10631761,"projectId":10668761,"letterContent":"Thanks to our generous donor, we were able to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in a special and meaningful way. The support helped us recognize and celebrate the cultures, traditions, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. Our students had the opportunity to feel proud of their heritage, learn about different countries, and see their cultures represented throughout our school. We are truly grateful for this support because it helped make our celebration more memorable and reminded our students that their backgrounds and traditions are important and valued.","fullyFundedDate":1789925095352,"projectUrl":"project/discovering-hispanic-culture-through-cel/10668761/","projectTitle":"Discovering Hispanic Culture Through Celebration","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Beganovic-Karic","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10631761_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1792523738246","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10631761"},{"teacherId":10575295,"projectId":10439941,"letterContent":"My students love having the beanbag chairs as a special place to relax during the last couple of minutes of class after completing all their assignments. This gives them something to look forward to and encourages them to stay focused and use their class time wisely. The small toys and snacks have also been wonderful treats that motivate students and help keep them engaged in learning. These resources may seem simple, but they make our classroom feel more welcoming and give students extra encouragement to do their best. I am grateful to my donors for helping create a positive learning environment where my students feel motivated, supported, and excited to learn math.","fullyFundedDate":1786818986457,"projectUrl":"project/comfortable-spaces-for-challenging-math/10439941/","projectTitle":"Comfortable Spaces for Challenging Math","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kwon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10575295"},{"teacherId":5677810,"projectId":10461891,"letterContent":"These resources have made a massive difference in our daily routine. The magnetic tiles have completely transformed our STEM and free-play time. The students are constantly collaborating, designing complex structures, and developing critical problem-solving skills while having fun.\r\nMeanwhile, the automatic pencil sharpener has been an absolute lifesaver. It sounds simple, but it has drastically cut down on wasted instructional time. Instead of wrestling with a jammed manual sharpener, students are back at their desks writing within seconds. Your support has truly created a more efficient, engaging, and creative learning environment for my students. We are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1787186716795,"projectUrl":"project/build-it-measure-it-prove-it-3d-geome/10461891/","projectTitle":"Build It, Measure It, Prove It: 3D Geometry in Action","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Huffman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5677810_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786017950051","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/huffman586-math"},{"teacherId":5677810,"projectId":10393147,"letterContent":"These options have been incredibly helpful because they allow students to channel their natural energy into subtle, productive movement. Instead of feeling restless or distracted, students using the wobble chairs can rock gently while remaining completely focused on their reading and writing. 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Lately, I've been able to get much more participation from students by using the snacks as a fun prize for class activities. Additionally, I've also been able to provide a few students some sort of breakfast who didn't have time (or means) to eat before school. Knowing they can walk into class and get a morning snack creates such a safe, welcoming environment. 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