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{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Francis H Cortney Junior High School","outOfStateSupporters":61.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10163442,"projectId":10042105,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my project, \"Motivation Matters: Rewarding Effort in 8th Grade Pre-Algebra\". Your contributions have made a meaningful difference in my classroom, and I am truly grateful.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donations, my students have been able to engage in math activities that recognize and reward their effort. The materials we received were used daily during our pre-algebra lessons, especially during interactive practice and project-based activities. These resources helped me create a system where students feel acknowledged for their persistence, not just correct answers.\r\n\r\nI've seen a noticeable increase in motivation, particularly during hands-on projects. Students who were once hesitant are now actively participating, collaborating, and even asking for more challenging problems. One memorable moment was during a group activity when a student who typically struggled stayed focused the entire period and proudly shared their work with the class. That level of confidence and engagement was something I had not seen before.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped build a classroom environment where effort is valued and students feel encouraged to keep trying. This shift has not only improved their attitude toward math but also strengthened their confidence as learners. Thank you again for investing in my students and helping make math a more positive and motivating experience for them.","fullyFundedDate":1769177571916,"projectUrl":"project/motivation-matters-rewarding-effort-in/10042105/","projectTitle":"Motivation Matters: Rewarding Effort in 8th Grade Pre-Algebra","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. M. Gabaisen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10163442_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754956756305","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10163442"},{"teacherId":10405151,"projectId":10025357,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for your generous support of our \"Finish Line Fuel Up\" project. Your investment in our 6th and 7th-grade classroom has provided essential resources that directly impact my students' ability to focus, engage, and succeed in their daily academic pursuits.\r\nThe snacks you funded serve as a vital resource for students who may otherwise struggle with fatigue, ensuring that hunger never stands in the way of their concentration. Furthermore, the addition of reliable computer mice and headphones has streamlined our digital learning initiatives, allowing students to navigate complex software and personalized lessons with technical ease. The privacy folders have also proven invaluable, as they offer students a dedicated, distraction-free environment that fosters confidence during independent work and assessments.\r\nBy providing these necessities, you have helped cultivate a classroom atmosphere where students feel both prepared and valued. Your kindness has removed significant barriers to learning, allowing my students to dedicate their full attention to their education.\r\nThank you for your commitment to our classroom and for playing such a pivotal role in helping these young learners reach the finish line of their academic goals.","fullyFundedDate":1769139513764,"projectUrl":"project/the-finish-line-fuel-up/10025357/","projectTitle":"The Finish Line Fuel Up!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harding","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10405151"},{"teacherId":10405001,"projectId":10024650,"letterContent":"On behalf of the 8th-grade General Science students at Francis Cortney Junior High School, I am writing to express my deepest and most sincere gratitude for your incredibly generous donation of eight K'NEX STEM Education Roller Coaster sets. When I first posted this project, I envisioned a classroom where students weren't just reading about physics in a textbook, but were actively building, testing, and witnessing it in motion. Because of your kindness, that vision has become a daily reality in our classroom.\r\nThe moment the boxes arrived at Francis Cortney, the atmosphere in our science wing shifted. There is a specific kind of \"academic noise\" that every teacher hopes for—the sound of intense collaboration, the clicking of plastic parts, and the occasional \"Aha!\" moment when a track alignment finally works. Since we introduced these eight roller coaster kits, my classes have been buzzing with an electric energy that is rare to see in a traditional lecture setting.\r\nThe enrichment these kits provide is unparalleled. In middle school science, concepts like Potential and Kinetic energy can often feel abstract and difficult to visualize. However, as my students began constructing these massive, looping structures, those concepts suddenly had weight and consequence. They aren't just memorizing definitions for a test anymore; they are calculating the highest point of a lift hill to ensure there is enough gravitational potential energy to carry the car through a loop-de-loop. They are observing, in real-time, how that energy transforms into kinetic energy as the car hurtles down the track. They are seeing physics not as a set of rules in a book, but as the invisible hand that guides every thrill ride they've ever enjoyed.\r\nBeyond the raw science, these K'NEX sets have fostered a level of teamwork I haven't seen all year. My 8th graders are working in specialized teams, mirroring the roles of real-world structural and mechanical engineers. They are learning the \"soft skills\" of STEM: how to communicate a complex idea, how to troubleshoot a failure without giving up, and how to iterate on a design until it reaches peak performance. They are building more than just roller coasters; they are building confidence in their own ability to solve difficult problems.\r\nYour support has reached across all of my class periods, impacting dozens of students who now see themselves as capable scientists and engineers. For many of my students, this is the first time they have had access to high-quality STEM manipulatives of this scale. You haven't just provided \"toys\"; you have provided a bridge between classroom theory and real-world application.\r\nThank you for choosing to invest in the students of Francis Cortney Junior High. Your generosity has sparked a passion for physics that I know will stay with these students long after they leave the 8th grade. We are so grateful for your belief in our classroom and our future.\r\nWith immense gratitude,\r\n\r\n8th Grade General Science\r\nFrancis Cortney Junior High School","fullyFundedDate":1768668435331,"projectUrl":"project/society-says-we-are-we-will-someday-be/10024650/","projectTitle":"Society Says We Are, We Will Someday Be More!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Salibellas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10405001"},{"teacherId":6033316,"projectId":9959483,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for your support in bringing 3D printing into our classroom with supplies! This technology has made a huge impact on how my students learn. Instead of only reading about concepts or seeing them in pictures, students are now able to design and create real, physical objects. This hands-on experience has helped them better understand problem-solving, measurement, and design. It has also encouraged creativity, as students can turn their ideas into something they can actually hold and test.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for students has been watching their designs come to life on the 3D printer materials. They are fully engaged from start to finish—planning, designing, and then seeing the final product printed layer by layer. This process has sparked curiosity and motivation, even among students who are typically less interested in traditional assignments. Many students have taken extra pride in their work, carefully thinking through their designs and making improvements when something doesn't go as planned.\r\n\r\nI have also noticed that some of my quieter or more hesitant learners have really connected with this technology. Students who may struggle with writing or verbal expression have found a new way to share their ideas through design. The 3D printer has given them confidence and a sense of accomplishment. Moving forward, we are excited to continue using this technology for projects that connect to math, science, and real-world problem-solving. Thank you again for making this meaningful learning experience possible for our students!","fullyFundedDate":1767250512043,"projectUrl":"project/from-ideas-to-innovation-powering-stud/9959483/","projectTitle":"From Ideas to Innovation: Powering Student Creativity With 3D Printing","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pietrafesa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6033316_orig.jpg?crop=952,952,x560,y1144&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767835466548","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6033316"},{"teacherId":9352905,"projectId":9961426,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Because of you, we received two piano keyboards, a steel drum, a ukulele, and books about careers. These materials have made a huge difference in our 6–8 autism classroom. We are already using the instruments during our music and life skills lessons, where students explore sounds, practice following directions, and build confidence through hands-on learning. The career books are helping us start meaningful conversations about future goals and different types of jobs.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the instruments, their excitement was immediate and genuine. Many of them were eager to try each one, especially the steel drum and keyboards. Some students who are usually quiet became more engaged and expressive, smiling, tapping rhythms, and even taking turns with their peers. The ukulele has been especially helpful for practicing fine motor skills and coordination. It has been wonderful to see students connect with the materials in ways that support both their learning and social development.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we plan to continue incorporating these resources into our daily routines. Students will work on simple songs, rhythm patterns, and group activities that encourage collaboration and communication. We will also connect our music lessons to our career exploration unit by discussing jobs related to music and performance. Your generosity has opened up new opportunities for our students to learn, grow, and express themselves in meaningful ways. Thank you again for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1769184080356,"projectUrl":"project/learning-through-music-art-and-career/9961426/","projectTitle":"Learning Through Music, Art, and Career Exploration","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. P","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9352905"},{"teacherId":5665198,"projectId":10001891,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in donating to our classroom. Each item has been used to the fullest. \r\n\r\nThe students are also so happy and thankful. We are incredibly grateful to be able to have additional materials that we definitely needed. Our staplers have helped during tests. Students typically like to take some of the pages apart so they can see the articles and read the test questions side by side which then they can put back together with our new staplers. \r\n\r\nYour impact is not taken lightly. We are so appreciative!\r\n\r\nMuchisimas gracias!","fullyFundedDate":1768176026816,"projectUrl":"project/ell-classroom/10001891/","projectTitle":"ELL Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Asencio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5665198"},{"teacherId":305952,"projectId":9870615,"letterContent":"On behalf of our my students and the school community, I want to extend our deepest gratitude for your generous contribution. Your support has made a meaningful and lasting impact on so many of our middle school students, and we are truly thankful knowing that you donation contributed to their growth and success this year and beyond.d\r\n\r\nMiddle school is a critical time in a young person's life. It is a period filled with curiosity, discovery, and rapid development—both academically and personally. The students engaged in workshops and games that allowed them to improve their communication when angry, how to repair broken relationships, budget money, time management, and more. Whether it be games or workshops, the students had fun while learning more about themselves today and it will have an impact on their future in a positive manner. I am beyond thrilled and thankful on the impact the materials from this project was able to generate.","fullyFundedDate":1767198465125,"projectUrl":"project/i-am-destined-to-survive-middle-school-/9870615/","projectTitle":"I Am Destined to Survive Middle School & Beyond","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bobbins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp305952_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y322&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690065692112","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-bobbins"},{"teacherId":9352905,"projectId":8001585,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for the new musical instruments — including a drum, musical keyboard, and ukulele — and they have already become a meaningful part of our daily routine! We are using them during music integration time and as part of our social-emotional learning activities. One special classroom moment happened when a student who is usually very reserved volunteered to play the drum during our morning greeting song. The entire class followed the rhythm, and you could see his confidence grow with every beat. We've also used the keyboard to practice letter sounds through music and the ukulele to support group sing-along activities that build communication and listening skills.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the instruments, their faces lit up with excitement. There were wide eyes, big smiles, and lots of happy questions! Many of them had never had the chance to explore real instruments up close. They were eager to take turns, learn how each instrument works, and experiment with different sounds. The hands-on experience has increased engagement, improved focus, and provided a positive outlet for self-expression.\r\n\r\nNext, our students will be working on a classroom music project where they will learn to keep a steady beat, identify rhythm patterns, and collaborate to perform a simple group song. We also plan to incorporate the instruments into literacy lessons by creating songs to help remember sight words and vocabulary. These instruments are not only supporting creativity, but also building confidence, teamwork, and communication skills. Thank you for giving our students the opportunity to experience the joy of making music together!","fullyFundedDate":1699640666343,"projectUrl":"project/making-a-difference-one-sublimation-pro/8001585/","projectTitle":"Making a Difference, One Sublimation Project at a Time.","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. P","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9352905"},{"teacherId":9366644,"projectId":8025407,"letterContent":"My students are struggling with completing the problems. By giving them the opportunities with the vertical white boards they can work in small groups. Working together to complete the algorithms to learn the standards. Sitting in standard student desks in the rows and columns of traditional classrooms those are not opportunities they are afforded. This group of students so desperately need those opportunities. To have the chance to work in those cooperative groups. Demonstrate what they know, with the whole class.","fullyFundedDate":1699892206971,"projectUrl":"project/technology-for-the-classroom/8025407/","projectTitle":"Technology for the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carlson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9366644_orig.jpg?crop=400,400,x0,y18&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769952164722","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9366644"},{"teacherId":10401274,"projectId":10005215,"letterContent":"I wish you all could have been in my classroom when all of the resources started trickling in. All of my 6th graders were buzzing with excitement! They asked me so many questions about everything. These weren't just supplies to them. They can see that people out there support them!\r\n\r\nWe have already started using the new resources. For example, in our most recent lesson on a short story called \"Zoo,\" the 6th graders used all of the art supplies to create anchor charts to hang around the room and do a gallery walk! One specific student, who typically struggles from time to time, was so engaged that they wanted to do this again very soon. The energy in my room has improved since the resources arrived, in a positive way that has the students more excited. \r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are moving into more projects related to Unit 4 of HMH Ed! Now that we have the necessary tools provided by your generosity, they will be building on their writing skills as we complete class projects on the CER structure! These resources have given us what we need to finish Semester 2 strong. 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