{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Bryss STEM Preparatory School","outOfStateSupporters":29.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8578135,"projectId":10340784,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping make learning so much fun in our classroom! My students have been excited to explore the sequence educational kits and rhyming dogs during our literacy centers. These resources give them hands-on opportunities to practice sequencing, recognize rhyming words, and build important early reading skills while learning through play. Their excitement when they first saw the materials was wonderful to see! We are continuing to use these resources in our daily centers to build confidence, strengthen literacy skills, and make learning engaging and meaningful. Your generosity is making a difference in our students' learning, and we are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1783197047984,"projectUrl":"project/learning-to-story-tell/10340784/","projectTitle":"Learning to Story Tell!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Berrones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8578135_orig.jpg?crop=1500,1500,x0,y480&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683344326528","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-berrones"},{"teacherId":8575786,"projectId":10259945,"letterContent":"When the box of popsicle sticks, vibrant paints, and heavy-duty glue arrived, my first graders gasped and jumped up and down in excitement! They could barely wait to get their little hands on the materials, and their eyes lit up with creativity the moment we opened them.\r\n\r\nWe immediately put your generous gifts to work with a fun, hands-on geometry and architecture unit. The students used the popsicle sticks and glue to build 3D geometric shapes, bridges, and tiny houses, painting each structure in bright, imaginative colors. Not only did this make math and engineering concepts click in a concrete way, but it also gave them a wonderful outlet for fine-motor practice and self-expression. It was amazing to watch them collaborate, problem-solve when a wall leaned too far to the left, and cheer each other on.\r\n\r\nNow that our craft bins are well-stocked, our next step is taking those spatial-reasoning skills even further. We are transitioning into a literacy project where students will build storybook settings out of craft materials to retell their favorite fairy tales!\r\n\r\nThank you so much for investing in my first graders and for bringing so much color and joy into our classroom. You made this happen!","fullyFundedDate":1782455625565,"projectUrl":"project/tiny-hands-big-imaginations/10259945/","projectTitle":"Tiny Hands, Big Imaginations","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maldonado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8575786_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727207140609","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8575786"},{"teacherId":8575786,"projectId":10184067,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing \"Vision for Literacy: A Dedicated Differentiation Station\" to life! Many people use monitors at home for work or entertainment, but in a first-grade classroom, this screen acts as an interactive learning anchor. By setting up this display at our library area, I am able to \"AirPlay\" leveled phonics activities, visual math scaffolds, and step-by-step checklists directly to small groups. Instead of squinting at a main board across the room or feeling overwhelmed by tasks meant for other levels, my students now have a high-contrast, up-close workspace tailored specifically to what they are learning that day. It allows me to teach targeted small-group lessons while ensuring every child can follow along with visual supports that match their exact learning pace.\r\nMy students were thrilled the moment they saw the new monitor set up! They treat it like a special feature made just for them, and they take immense pride in heading over to the \"Success Station.\" This technology has been especially transformative for my developing readers and students who need extra visual reinforcement. Having large, clear text and vibrant colors right in front of them has given them a tremendous boost in confidence. They no longer worry about what other groups are doing; instead, they dive straight into their tasks with a sense of ownership and excitement.","fullyFundedDate":1778541469244,"projectUrl":"project/vision-for-literacy-a-dedicated-differe/10184067/","projectTitle":"Vision for Literacy: A Dedicated Differentiation Station","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maldonado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8575786_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727207140609","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8575786"},{"teacherId":8578135,"projectId":9592674,"letterContent":"We have been using the new resources waterbottles, the penny game, and jump rope as part of hands-on learning stations that connect movement, math, and teamwork. For example, during the penny game, students practiced counting, addition, and place value while working in small groups. The jump ropes were used to reinforce skip counting and number patterns through active learning. The water bottles are used throughout the day to support healthy routines and keep students focused and ready to learn.\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, their reaction was immediate excitement. They were eager to explore everything and asked when they would get to use each item. The jump ropes especially brought a lot of energy into the room, and the penny game quickly became a favorite because it felt like \"playing while learning.\" Students were highly engaged and motivated to participate in each activity.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to deepen the learning by connecting these tools to our current math and science lessons. Students will use the penny game to solve word problems with greater independence, and we will incorporate jump rope routines into daily fluency practice for addition and subtraction facts. We will also continue reinforcing responsibility by having students manage and care for the materials as part of building ownership in our classroom community.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous donation.","fullyFundedDate":1758636824770,"projectUrl":"project/hydration-and-health/9592674/","projectTitle":"Hydration and Health","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Berrones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8578135_orig.jpg?crop=1500,1500,x0,y480&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683344326528","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-berrones"},{"teacherId":8575786,"projectId":9716103,"letterContent":"On behalf of my class, I want to extend our deepest gratitude for the generous donation of our new smart board. It has truly transformed the way my students learn each day. They are more engaged, excited, and motivated, and it has opened doors to lessons and learning experiences we couldn't access before.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has made a real difference in our classroom. We are so grateful for your support and for believing in the importance of education. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for giving our students a tool that will help them grow, explore, and succeed.\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation,\r\nMs. Maldonado's first grade classroom","fullyFundedDate":1758720423715,"projectUrl":"project/1st-grade-smart-board-project/9716103/","projectTitle":"1st Grade Smart Board Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maldonado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8575786_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727207140609","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8575786"},{"teacherId":9054671,"projectId":9352995,"letterContent":"Microscopes are transforming how my students learn by giving them a direct window into worlds that are otherwise invisible to the naked eye. Instead of simply reading about insects in a textbook, students can observe them firsthand, which makes lessons more engaging and memorable. This hands on exploration is strengthening critical thinking and scientific inquiry skills, as students learn to make observations, form questions, and draw conclusions based on what they see. By turning abstract concepts into real, observable phenomena, microscopes are helping to deepen understanding and spark curiosity about the natural world.","fullyFundedDate":1757641638385,"projectUrl":"project/zoom-in-on-learning/9352995/","projectTitle":"Zoom in on Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9054671"},{"teacherId":8578135,"projectId":9348309,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students and I have been able to dive into learning in exciting new ways. We began using the new resources right away during our hands-on STEM exploration block. One of the first projects students tackled was designing simple machines to solve everyday problems. Watching them collaborate, sketch ideas, and test their designs with real materials was an incredible moment—several students proudly shouted, \"It works!\" when their creations finally came to life.\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the classroom buzzed with excitement. Students crowded around the boxes, eagerly asking, \"Is this really for us?\" Their faces lit up with curiosity and pride, knowing that someone believed in their abilities enough to invest in their learning.\r\nThanks to you, our learning journey has only just begun. Next, students will be applying these tools to a larger STEM challenge where they'll plan, build, and reflect on a community-themed invention. We can't wait to continue exploring, creating, and problem-solving—all made possible by your kindness and support.\r\nThank you for allowing my students to imagine, build, and grow!","fullyFundedDate":1755522431835,"projectUrl":"project/building-while-learning/9348309/","projectTitle":"Building While Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Berrones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8578135_orig.jpg?crop=1500,1500,x0,y480&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683344326528","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-berrones"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_110716","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":598,"numTeachers":23,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":99,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"26.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":70.1,"schoolId":110716,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Bryss STEM Preparatory School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Bryss STEM Preparatory School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/texas-department-of-education/raul-yzaguirre-school-for-success-brownsville/110716"}