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{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"West Park Academy","outOfStateSupporters":39.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5931581,"projectId":9697986,"letterContent":"West Park STEAM Academy is incredibly grateful for your contribution to our music program. Having a sound mixer has allowed our students to be able to play with a much better sound quality. Not only has this let them hear themselves better as an ensemble but it also has engaged other students in the art of sound mixing. They have learned how to balance each others sound in order to create the best possible sound during a performance. This product is very exciting as we are preparing to use it for the first time for our upcoming Black History Showcase. \r\n\r\nI have at least 3-5 students per class who have shown interested in this technology. These has specifically helped with engagement of students who are not necessarily interested in playing an instrument. It has reduced the amount of distractions among these groups of students and has created a better and more exciting environment overall across all classrooms that have used this.","fullyFundedDate":1760693809185,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-students-sound-their-best-on-st/9697986/","projectTitle":"Help Our Students Sound Their Best on Stage!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Vazquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5931581"},{"teacherId":128841,"projectId":9432777,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for these essential teacher supplies! There are always things to buy for my classroom and your generous donation was so helpful just when I needed it the most. The chart markers are used during meetings and when students are brainstorming ideas for projects. I laminate instruction cards and things for the students and replacing the laminating pouches can be very costly, these will help so much for instruction. The bins are storing all the legos and building materials, storage is so important and helps me provide a variety of materials for my students. Thank you again for your support of my students and my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1763574570777,"projectUrl":"project/essential-teacher-supplies/9432777/","projectTitle":"Essential Teacher Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Rose Malinowski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp128841_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1454002514996","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dr-rose"},{"teacherId":128841,"projectId":9507066,"letterContent":"The soundproofing panels have made a huge different in keeping the sounds in our music area and we had extra panels to start soundproofing our podcasting area! My students are recording their music and the classroom next door cannot hear while they are making their music. Students are also recording podcasts about what they are learning and are able to record while other students are in the makerspace working. Thank you so much for these valuable supplies. These materials will go a long way in supporting my STEAM education goals. Thank you again for your generous donation and your support of my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1758636451946,"projectUrl":"project/soundproofing-sensational-sounds/9507066/","projectTitle":"Soundproofing Sensational Sounds","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Rose Malinowski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp128841_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1454002514996","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dr-rose"},{"teacherId":1897391,"projectId":9858128,"letterContent":"I want my students to know that as their bodies grow and change and that smelling, sweating, or needing to freshen up is completely normal. I keep a basket in the room with items like wipes, deodorant, and other essentials so they don't have to feel embarrassed to ask for them.\r\n\r\nMy students where so excited to get all these items they needed. I cant tell you what a change the wipes and the chap stick made this winter. My students grab wipes after class and use them. I have also seen less bleeding and chapped lips this year. \r\n\r\nThey have just started to use the deodorant after I explained what liquid deodorant was. I never thought that I would have to do that but they were excited to learn how it works. I am so glad that my students are learning how to care of there own personal hygiene. I would love to do this again next year.","fullyFundedDate":1762267741256,"projectUrl":"project/feeling-fresh-clean-at-school/9858128/","projectTitle":"Feeling Fresh & Clean At School","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Josephs","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1897391_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1489588702868","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/d-josephs"},{"teacherId":3457011,"projectId":9753000,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity in funding our new classroom library carpet. Before your gift arrived, our reading nook was a cold, uninviting space with hard flooring that discouraged students from staying long. Now, the atmosphere has completely transformed. The vibrant colors and soft texture have turned our library into the most popular spot in the room, creating a warm and welcoming \"home base\" where my students feel truly valued and comfortable.\r\n\r\nThe impact on student engagement has been immediate and profound. Having a dedicated, comfortable space to sit has significantly increased the amount of time my students spend immersed in books. During independent reading time, I no longer see students shifting uncomfortably or asking to sit at their desks; instead, they are eager to curl up on the rug and get lost in a story. This carpet has provided the physical comfort necessary for them to focus on building their literacy skills and developing a genuine love for reading.\r\n\r\nBeyond just a place to sit, this carpet has fostered a stronger sense of community within our classroom. It serves as our central gathering place for morning meetings, read-alouds, and group discussions. By providing a defined space where we can all sit together eye-to-eye, you have helped create an environment of inclusivity and connection. Thank you for investing in my students' education and for providing a beautiful foundation—literally and figuratively—for their learning journey this year.","fullyFundedDate":1761517758390,"projectUrl":"project/help-complete-our-library-space/9753000/","projectTitle":"Help Complete Our Library Space!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kenny","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3457011_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1476667953066","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3457011"},{"teacherId":128841,"projectId":9432709,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation. My students are designing towers and other structures with the building toys which helps students use the design engineering process and apply real-world critical thinking skills to fun, engaging play. It helps students learn, not only engineering, but also supports our math concepts such as shapes, counting, and symmetry. My students will have building challenges using these materials and our light table will provide a fun way to light up their designs. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1758814446478,"projectUrl":"project/architecture-all-lit-up/9432709/","projectTitle":"Architecture All Lit Up","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Rose Malinowski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp128841_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1454002514996","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dr-rose"},{"teacherId":7803697,"projectId":9451501,"letterContent":"We use the new materials every single day in our classroom. The wipes have become part of our morning routine. We disinfect tables right after breakfast so students can start the day with a clean workspace. The two-step stool has been such a big help during lessons; students love using it to reach the board and confidently share their writing, reading, or math work with the class. I've also been using the laminating sheets to create durable vocabulary cards and center materials that students handle daily. \r\n\r\nStudents immediately wanted to try the stool and practice writing on the board. Others were amazed at how the laminated vocabulary cards looked and felt. The zip-lock bags made them feel very organized; they loved having a place to store cutting pieces from activities they hadn't finished. All of these everyday tools help our classroom run smoothly, allowing students to stay engaged and independent throughout the day.\r\n\r\nThe non-everyday materials are just as essential to our classroom. My students are truly grateful. Thank you for your contribution. You have made a meaningful impact on their learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1755871920771,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials/9451501/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Morales-Vargas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7803697_orig.jpg?crop=1687,1687,x0,y286&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1616536995626","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7803697"},{"teacherId":8311670,"projectId":9814209,"letterContent":"I just want to THANK our donors for filling in our request so fast, the team is able to now start the process of working on Sharping up our skills. Volleyball has been something our middle school has long to do, but never had the funding or follow through. This year we are excited because not only were we able to start a team but we were funded some of the essential equipment. A million THANK YOUS!!!!\r\nOur volleyball team are overly excited about your contribution to our new adventures in competitive sports.","fullyFundedDate":1760705199337,"projectUrl":"project/sharping-up-our-skills/9814209/","projectTitle":"Sharping up our Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Urbina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8311670_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761763760355","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8311670"},{"teacherId":4002486,"projectId":9467535,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations. The students absolutely love the pencil toppers. They have them on their pencils that they write with every day. They were so happy to be able to choose something they can use and see daily, it has brought smiles to many faces. \r\n\r\nThe bracelets and turtle pop keychains have also been a huge hit in fourth grade. The incentives are keeping them on task and they are wanting to perform well to get a little treat. The pop it key chains are also a fidget for some of the students that need that little extra support to stay task. \r\n\r\nThe students that have had a birthday this school year are super excited to get a birthday treat from school.\r\n\r\nThank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1755880567930,"projectUrl":"project/incentives-galore/9467535/","projectTitle":"Incentives Galore!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mapp","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4002486_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1478446122015","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4002486"},{"teacherId":193429,"projectId":9486264,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations. This has helped the school Soccer Team work and practice hard with the soccer goals. My goalie has been able to practice and learn skills to be a great goalie. The team of 19 soccer players has been practicing different skills using the soccer goals and are very excited to have practice games with them. These soccer goals have given the team a way to show their skills and also use great sportsmanship during practice games. They have practice penalty kicks, corner kicks, and even tried scoring with the goalie. These soccer goals have been very important for my students to practice effectively. Thank you again for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1754070027207,"projectUrl":"project/needed-soccer-goals/9486264/","projectTitle":"Needed Soccer Goals","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cristobal","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp193429_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1697032282279","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/193429"},{"teacherId":128841,"projectId":9432743,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for these blocks, the carpet to build on, and the storage bins! The blocks go along with our new math curriculum and the resources have been used many times already. My little scholars are so engaged with the building activities, and these are such wonderful additions to our STEAM programming materials. Students will use these over and over. Having a separate carpet space for them to use has been great for the classroom. I really appreciate your support of my students and my school. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1755721652147,"projectUrl":"project/building-blocks-for-young-engineers/9432743/","projectTitle":"Building Blocks for Young Engineers","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Rose Malinowski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp128841_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1454002514996","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dr-rose"},{"teacherId":7944330,"projectId":9321036,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom library is now filled with engaging and diverse graphic novels that are already making a huge impact on my students' learning. These books allow students to see themselves represented in the stories they read while exploring new perspectives, cultures, and ideas. 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