{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Apple Valley High School","outOfStateSupporters":25.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9811145,"projectId":8893975,"letterContent":"When the box of supplies arrived, my students and I were so excited to see everything inside—new games, pencils, hand sanitizer, Clorox wipes, and laminating sheets. The games have already been a big hit. We've been using them during small group time, and it's been awesome watching my students laugh, take turns, and practice their communication skills while playing.\r\n\r\nThe pencils and laminated materials have been such a help during lessons. My students love having fresh supplies, and being able to laminate visual supports means we can use them again and again without worry. And of course, the wipes and sanitizer may not seem exciting, but they've been so important in keeping our space clean and healthy so kids can focus on learning.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for giving my students these simple but powerful tools. You've helped create a classroom that feels safe, organized, and fun—and that makes a huge difference every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1729545444907,"projectUrl":"project/on-the-road-again/8893975/","projectTitle":"On the Road Again...","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Larson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9811145"},{"teacherId":9805127,"projectId":8882502,"letterContent":"I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation towards my classroom needs. Your support means so much to me and my students, helping us create a more engaging and enriching learning environment. With your contribution, we can provide essential resources that truly make a difference in our daily activities.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our mission and for investing in the future of our students. Your kindness not only supports their education but also inspires them to reach for their goals. We are incredibly fortunate to have someone as thoughtful as you in our corner.","fullyFundedDate":1735653413095,"projectUrl":"project/class-time-is-cozy-time/8882502/","projectTitle":"Class Time is Cozy Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Heineman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9805127"},{"teacherId":9804736,"projectId":8914677,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of styluses and snacks for my high school students. The excitement in the room when I introduced the new supplies was contagious—students immediately started exploring how the styluses worked with their devices, and several who usually shy away from writing tasks were suddenly more engaged and curious. One moment that stands out was during a digital art and journaling activity, where students used the styluses to annotate texts and sketch ideas for a group project. Having tools that feel modern and accessible made a huge difference in their willingness to participate and express themselves creatively.\r\n\r\nThe snacks have also been a quiet but powerful motivator. For many of my students, having access to something as simple as a granola bar or crackers helps them stay focused and feel cared for in the classroom environment. As we move forward, we're diving into a multi-step personal narrative unit where students will be combining written reflection with visual elements. Thanks to your support, we're able to make this project more interactive and enjoyable. Your kindness gave my students more than just supplies—you gave them tools for connection, expression, and success. Thank you again for believing in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1739374260258,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-and-stylus-pens/8914677/","projectTitle":"Snacks and Stylus Pens","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tanner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9804736"},{"teacherId":9811031,"projectId":8893681,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of colored pencils to our classroom. Your kindness and support have made a meaningful difference in my student's learning experience.\r\n\r\nIncorporating coloring activities into our lessons has had a tremendously positive impact on student engagement and mental well-being. These activities provide students with a creative outlet to express their understanding of historical concepts while also offering a calming and stress-relieving real from traditional academic tasks. I've seen first hand how students use these moments to refocus, reduce anxiety, and enhance their overall learning experience.\r\n\r\nYour donation has helped create a classroom environment where students can explore history and political science in a hands-on and visually engaging way. Thank you for supporting both their education and their well-being. Your generosity is truly appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1729546713967,"projectUrl":"project/mental-health-and-mindfulness-through-ar/8893681/","projectTitle":"Mental Health and Mindfulness Through Art!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Opsahl","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9811031"},{"teacherId":9815959,"projectId":8903254,"letterContent":"Thank you for sending markers and Kleenex to the senior students who are in Developmental Psychology. They were surprised and delighted when they walked into the classroom this morning! I said that they were cared about by outside donors and explained what I wrote about their work with middle school students on the Donors Choose website. They each took a pack of markers and a box of Kleenex and placed the items in their teaching bin. They were in disbelief that someone would send them supplies - but were honored that someone did!\r\n\r\nI strongly feel that we need more mental health awareness in schools. Also, drug addiction is a crisis in this country - if not the world. We are trying to improve mental health and interrupt addiction by teaching younger students that they do not have to use chemicals to be included or fit in, feel good about themselves, or to manage stress. These seniors are such wonderful role models for the younger students, and they, themselves, pledged to be chemically free for their senior year. \r\n\r\nI have uploaded a picture of the seniors holding up the markers for you. Know that cross-peer prevention has been shown by research to be largely successful in decreasing chemical use. Thank you for helping us with this mission! Sending us supplies is a blessing.","fullyFundedDate":1739374254317,"projectUrl":"project/developmental-psychology/8903254/","projectTitle":"Developmental Psychology","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fedje","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9815959_orig.jpg?crop=1769,1769,x70,y90&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739991124806","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9815959"},{"teacherId":795102,"projectId":8881949,"letterContent":"Thank you so incredibly much for the kind donation to my project. My project was mostly basic supplies for students to have in class, like pens and pencils, and it is very much appreciated. My students families do not have a lot of money and can't always afford the basic supplies for school and your donation to my project gave them those supplies to be successful in school. They very much appreciate the supplies and are loving them. They are doing well in school and are very appreciative as well. People are seeing them and they love it! \r\n\r\nThank you again for your kind donation!","fullyFundedDate":1729514177782,"projectUrl":"project/an-apple-a-day-helps-students-grow/8881949/","projectTitle":"An Apple A Day Helps Students Grow","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Osojnicki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/795102"},{"teacherId":9805298,"projectId":8883047,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your generous donation to our special education classroom. Your thoughtful contributions—wipe boards, iPad chargers, fidgets, rainbow-colored pipe cleaners, and graphic novels—are already making a meaningful impact on my students. Many of them struggle with anxiety, reading, and writing, and these tools provide them with the support they need to feel more confident and engaged in their learning. The fidgets and pipe cleaners offer a calming outlet for anxious hands, while the wipe boards give students a stress-free way to practice writing and express their thoughts. The iPad chargers ensure they can access essential learning apps without interruption, further empowering their education.\r\n\r\nPerhaps most importantly, the graphic novels are a powerful addition to our classroom. Seeing characters who look like them navigate relatable challenges helps my students feel seen, understood, and inspired. Your kindness has not only provided resources but has also fostered a sense of belonging and encouragement in our learning space. On behalf of my students and myself, thank you for your generosity and for believing in the potential of every child. Your support means the world to us!","fullyFundedDate":1730391348869,"projectUrl":"project/lifting-learners-with-tool-for-success/8883047/","projectTitle":"Lifting Learners With Tool for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Buhr","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9805298"},{"teacherId":9804348,"projectId":8879952,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project! Your contributions have made a real difference in the lives of my students.\r\n\r\nYour donations have allowed us to purchase new puzzles, activities, and other fun recreational and leisure items for my students to use this year. My students were so excited to use the new items! We've been working on functional skills in the classroom.\r\n\r\nMy students were absolutely thrilled when they first saw the new materials! They were so excited to finally have access to something brand new to them. My paraprofessionals were just as happy to have more options to engage our students.\r\n\r\nWe continue to work on daily life skills. These skills are simple as making a leisure choice when told to take a break or preparing for future employment opportunities. We use the items such as hamburger builder to engage in skills that can be applied to future opportunities. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity! Your support has made a real difference in the lives of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1729221284156,"projectUrl":"project/opportunity-in-ms-ts-autism-classroom/8879952/","projectTitle":"Opportunity in Ms. T's Autism Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Trenary","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9804348_orig.jpg?crop=576,576,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739389278790","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9804348"},{"teacherId":9804751,"projectId":8881675,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to extend my deepest thanks for the wonderful Deductive Reasoning Puzzle Book and Conversation Cards that you generously provided for my high school students. These materials have proven to be an incredible asset in my group activities, and I wanted to share the positive impact they've had on our students.\r\n\r\nThe Deductive Reasoning Puzzle Book has been a game-changer, encouraging my students to think critically and apply logic in ways they hadn't before. The puzzles have sparked a sense of curiosity and problem-solving among them, and I've seen a marked improvement in their ability to approach complex tasks systematically. Many of my students who were previously hesitant to engage in reasoning exercises have found themselves challenged in a fun, non-intimidating way. It's not just about finding the solution—it's about learning to think more strategically and with purpose.\r\n\r\nThe Conversation Cards have also been invaluable, especially in fostering meaningful discussions among my students. These cards provided a unique opportunity to engage with topics ranging from personal reflections to thought-provoking questions about the world around us. Watching students who might usually shy away from group conversation open up and share their thoughts has been incredibly rewarding. These discussions have helped build a stronger sense of community within my therapy groups, improved communication skills, and nurtured an appreciation for diverse perspectives.\r\n\r\nBoth of these resources have not only enhanced our therapy experience but also contributed to the personal growth of my students. I can see them developing important life skills such as critical thinking, communication, and teamwork—skills that will undoubtedly serve them well in the future.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your thoughtful donation and for making such a positive difference in my therapy groups. Your support has truly enriched the learning environment, and we are deeply grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1729221671716,"projectUrl":"project/elevating-disabled-students-to-their-h/8881675/","projectTitle":"Elevating Disabled Students To Their Highest Potential","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. McManus","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9804751"},{"teacherId":9804904,"projectId":8881953,"letterContent":"I cannot express how grateful I am for the donations that were provided for my high school special education English classroom.\r\n\r\nMany of my students with disabilities come from disadvantaged homes and do not have access to technology such as wireless keyboards. These tools are very effective to help eliminate learning barriers. Because of the generous donors, my students have been able to type essays to help reach the Minnesota State writing standards. Students had a choice to write about their favorite sport, best pet to own, or best holiday. They then had to provide reasons to support their claim. This assignment would typically be a struggle for many of my students, but having sleek, new keyboards really motivated many of the students to achieve their individualized writing goals.\r\n\r\nMy students also struggle with many sensory issues. Having fidgets, lighting, and scents allows my students to regulate throughout the day. They have loved choosing different scents for our classroom essential oil diffuser. The dimmed fairy lights are very popular and students are constantly requesting the \"water snakes\" to hold while reading. I even purchased more water snakes because of how popular and well liked they are.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping make my classroom a calm, safe environment.","fullyFundedDate":1729957582267,"projectUrl":"project/i-like-big-books-and-i-cannot-lie/8881953/","projectTitle":"I like big books and I cannot lie!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nohelty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9804904"},{"teacherId":9815812,"projectId":8902889,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity! The materials that you provided for my classroom supported my students in so many ways:\r\n\r\nHaving Kleenex, hand sanitizer, and cleaning supplies may seem like a small thing, but multiple students have told me that my room is one of the few places they can consistently find these supplies. In the past, I have spent about $70/year just keeping tissues supplied through the winter. It is hard to focus on learning when your nose is stuffy and you don't know when a sneeze might lead to an embarrassing situation, and kids are so grateful to have these things. I also have snacks...kids know they can ask if they need something, and I can subtly drop something at their desk. It humanizes our space and shows them that I care about them.\r\n\r\nFresh art/school supplies are another thing that really helped my students this fall. Leading up to Thanksgiving, my students always color turkeys, then write a short message in German to a staff member, telling them why they appreciate that person. I have included some photos of these. Staff members love getting them; many people hang them up in their rooms. It also gives them a chance to engage with my students (the staff generally doesn't speak German, so they then talk with the students about what they wrote). It's so much easier to do something you're proud of and want to share when you have the right materials! I will be using the materials again for an upcoming project where students prepare presentations on zoo animals for German Day at the Zoo.\r\n\r\nFinally, I was able to get some new games and books to help students further their German skills in a fun way. My upper levels have choice reading/listening time for part of their class on Fridays, and I was able to get some new books. Reading is so much more enjoyable when you can choose your own book that is on your level and about a topic you enjoy! I was able to add to my library and give students more options; many choose to read over watching videos in German! I also got 2 Bananagrams games, and we have used those to have contests (in German) between groups of students. It's so exciting for them (and for me) to see the words they can remember and what they can come up with in that setting.\r\n\r\nThey school year can get long, and there are days when students really just need a choice, something beautiful, and/or for their humanity to be acknowledged. Your gifts help me to do all of those things, and I (and my students) am so appreciative of you!","fullyFundedDate":1730040590579,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-and-fun-german-class/8902889/","projectTitle":"Healthy and Fun German Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jae Cody","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9815812"},{"teacherId":9805047,"projectId":8882283,"letterContent":"I cannot express how grateful I am for your generous contributions to materials and activities for my classroom. Thanks to your donation, my students have benefitted in so many meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nThe classroom supplies you provided have helped create a more organized and comfortable learning environment. Having the right materials readily available has made a huge difference in the daily flow of our lessons and helps students stay focused and engaged in their learning. It may seem like a small thing, but being able to provide my students with tissues and lotion without constantly worrying about running out sends students the message that they are cared for. It's such a small gesture, but it goes a long way in making them feel valued and supported. Furthermore, the games and coloring books have provided technology-free brain breaks for students to recharge, reduce stress, and connect with their peers. \r\n\r\nEven the simplest items can have a lasting impact, and your support means the world. 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