{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Aubrey Rogers High School","outOfStateSupporters":51.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10350239,"projectId":10169579,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible support of \"ESE STEM Incentives.\" When my students first saw the boxes arrive filled with candy, cookies, and treats, their eyes grew wide with pure joy! Many of them have difficulty with traditional motivation, so seeing a tangible, delicious reward for their hard work immediately shifted the energy in the room. One student, who usually finds STEM challenges overwhelming, saw the \"treat jar\" and said, \"I'm going to work extra hard on my robot today so I can earn a cookie!\" That spark of enthusiasm is exactly what your donation provided.\r\n\r\nWe are currently using these resources as part of our \"STEM Challenge Fridays.\" Students earn points for collaboration, trial-and-error problem solving, and following safety protocols during our engineering builds. A specific moment that stood out was during a bridge-building activity. A team whose structure kept collapsing didn't give up; instead, they encouraged each other, knowing that a special treat was waiting for them once they successfully completed their reflection sheet. The incentives have turned \"frustrating\" moments into \"determined\" ones.\r\n\r\nThe next steps for my students involve a long-term \"Invention Convention\" project. Over the next few weeks, they will be designing their own simple machines to solve classroom problems. I will be using the candy and other incentives to celebrate \"Milestone Mondays,\" where students present their progress to their peers. Your generosity has not only provided snacks but has created a culture of celebration and persistence in our STEM journey. Thank you for making our classroom such a sweet place to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1774488453839,"projectUrl":"project/ese-stem-incentives-replenish/10169579/","projectTitle":"ESE STEM Incentives Replenish","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10350239_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764944370579","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10350239"},{"teacherId":10350239,"projectId":10169719,"letterContent":"Congratulations on getting your project funded! It sounds like such a wonderful addition to your classroom. Here is a draft you can use for your impact letter that incorporates your specific items and answers the donors' questions.\r\n\r\nImpact Letter Draft\r\nDear donors,\r\n\r\nI cannot thank you enough for your incredible generosity in bringing \"ESE Reading Break Essentials\" to life. When the packages arrived and the students saw the neon signs for the first time, their faces completely lit up—quite literally! One of my students immediately started clapping and pointing, while another whispered, \"It looks like a cozy cafe in here.\" That moment of pure excitement was a beautiful reminder of how much environment matters for our learners.\r\n\r\nWe are currently using these resources to create a dedicated \"Sensory Reading Nook.\" The curtain rings were the perfect solution to hang our calming fabric dividers, creating a private, soft-lit space where my students can decompress and focus on their literacy goals without outside distractions. Thanks to the heavy-duty extension cord, we were able to safely power our new lighting and sensory tools exactly where the students needed them most, rather than being tethered to a single wall outlet. Just yesterday, I watched a student who usually struggles to sit for five minutes spend nearly twenty minutes engaged with a picture book, tucked away in their new favorite corner.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, our next steps involve a \"Reading Rewards\" project. Students are working toward earning \"Neon Reading Time,\" where they get to choose the color of the classroom ambiance while they practice their fluency. These materials haven't just provided physical comfort; they have become a powerful incentive for my students to engage with reading in a way that feels safe and magical. Thank you for making our classroom a place where my students feel truly seen and supported.","fullyFundedDate":1774721457899,"projectUrl":"project/ese-reading-break-essentials/10169719/","projectTitle":"ESE Reading Break Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10350239_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764944370579","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10350239"},{"teacherId":10350239,"projectId":10163950,"letterContent":"The introduction of our new reading break corner has fundamentally transformed the rhythm of our daily learning. What was once a standard classroom corner is now a vibrant sanctuary where students are developing a genuine love for literacy. The addition of the new rug has defined the physical boundaries of this \"quiet zone,\" giving students a soft, designated place to settle in and get comfortable. We've found that the warm glow from the lamps has been a game-changer for the classroom atmosphere; by softening the harsh overhead fluorescent lights, the lamps create a calm, focused environment that lowers anxiety and invites students to linger longer over their books. One particularly impactful moment occurred last week when a student who typically struggles with sensory overstimulation used the corner's dimmed lighting to fully immerse themselves in a story for thirty minutes straight.\r\n\r\nThe initial reaction from the students when they first saw the materials was nothing short of pure joy. As I unveiled the sturdy new shelf—now organized and filled with a diverse collection of titles—the room filled with gasps and excited whispers. One student immediately remarked that it felt like a \"VIP library,\" and that sentiment has set the tone for how they treat the space. They have taken immense pride in keeping the shelf tidy and returning the books to their proper homes, showing a level of respect for the materials that reflects how much they value this gift. The combination of the cozy rug and the inviting light from the lamps has shifted their perception of reading from a required task to a sought-after privilege.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we are using the momentum from this project to fuel our current \"Genre Explorers\" unit. Our next steps involve students acting as \"literacy ambassadors,\" where they will use the quiet of the break corner to draft book reviews and recommendations for their peers. We are currently working toward a classroom goal of finishing our first collaborative reading log, and having an organized shelf where students can easily browse and discover new worlds makes this target feel much more achievable. This project hasn't just provided furniture; it has provided the peaceful environment necessary for my students to see themselves as lifelong readers.","fullyFundedDate":1774526428427,"projectUrl":"project/stem-reading-break-space/10163950/","projectTitle":"STEM Reading Break Space","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10350239_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764944370579","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10350239"},{"teacherId":10350239,"projectId":10169873,"letterContent":"I want to express my deepest gratitude for your support of our \"Screen Free Brain Break\" project. When the boxes arrived, my students were buzzing with excitement. It felt like a holiday in our classroom! Seeing their eyes light up as they realized they had new, hands-on tools to use during our transition times was a moment I won't soon forget.\r\n\r\nWe have been using these resources daily to help students reset between intensive subjects like Math and ELA. Instead of reaching for a tablet or sitting at a computer, my students are now engaging with puzzles, building sets, and tactile games. This shift has created a much more social environment where students are collaborating, problem-solving, and laughing together.\r\n\r\nNext, we plan to integrate these materials into a \"Mindfulness Corner.\" My students will be learning how to identify when they feel overwhelmed and independently choose a screen-free tool to help them refocus. Your generosity has provided my class with a much-needed mental \"reset button\" that promotes healthy habits and genuine connection.","fullyFundedDate":1774546412091,"projectUrl":"project/screen-free-brain-break/10169873/","projectTitle":"Screen Free Brain Break","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10350239_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764944370579","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10350239"},{"teacherId":10350239,"projectId":9946897,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for bringing the \"Pomodoro Timers for Time Management\" project to life. When the box arrived and I revealed the sleek, colorful timers to the class, there was a collective \"ooh!\" from my students. They were fascinated by the visual aspect of the countdown, and many were eager to see if they could truly \"beat the clock\" during our first focused work session.\r\n\r\nWe have integrated these timers into our daily independent writing and math stations. One of the most impactful moments occurred last week when a student, who typically struggles with staying on task, told me, \"Mrs. Martinez, I like that I only have to focus until the red disappears.\" It has turned a daunting 20-minute block into a manageable, visual goal. By breaking our work into these structured intervals, the students are learning the vital life skill of pacing themselves and respecting their own \"brain breaks.\"\r\n\r\nOur next step is to have students track their \"Pomodoro cycles\" in their reflection journals. They will be looking at how many intervals it takes to complete different types of tasks, helping them build even stronger self-regulation and project-planning skills for the future. Thank you for investing in their productivity and peace of mind!","fullyFundedDate":1774639370914,"projectUrl":"project/pomodoro-timers-for-time-management/9946897/","projectTitle":"Pomodoro Timers for Time Management","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10350239_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764944370579","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10350239"},{"teacherId":10466959,"projectId":10163446,"letterContent":"I want to express my deepest gratitude for your generous donation to our high school ELA classroom. Thanks to your support, we are able to reward positive behavior and engagement.\r\nAs a high school teacher, I know that motivating teenagers requires making them feel seen and appreciated. Your donation has empowered me to create a culture of positivity. I have already seen an upward shift in engagement because students are excited to be recognized for positive actions.\r\nBy investing in these incentives, you aren't just rewarding good behavior—you are fostering a love for learning and encouraging students to show up as their best selves.","fullyFundedDate":1774390234501,"projectUrl":"project/rewards-for-positivity/10163446/","projectTitle":"Rewards for Positivity","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Thompson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10466959"},{"teacherId":10466959,"projectId":10163454,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for funding our \"Comfortable Classroom\" project. The moment we turned on the new lights, the entire atmosphere of our classroom transformed. The students absolutely loved it.\r\nThe students are more engaged, relaxed, and truly love learning in this new environment.\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and making a tangible difference in my students' daily school experience. Your generosity has provided a warm and inviting space that they will remember for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1774000763468,"projectUrl":"project/comfortable-classroom/10163454/","projectTitle":"Comfortable Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Thompson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10466959"},{"teacherId":10165868,"projectId":10165638,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous support of my grant proposal to create a \"Comfortable Center\" for writing in our inclusion classroom.\r\nMany of my students find writing to be a stressful or unpleasant task. Your kindness is helping me turn that experience around. With these funds, I am creating a peaceful, comfortable area where students can feel safe, calm, and inspired to express themselves.\r\nThanks to you, a corner that was once empty is becoming a place where even reluctant writers feel welcome to create. Thank you for believing in the power of a supportive environment.","fullyFundedDate":1774190842628,"projectUrl":"project/creative-writing-center/10165638/","projectTitle":"Creative Writing Center","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O'Renick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10165868_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757757425913","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10165868"},{"teacherId":10165868,"projectId":10163759,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous donation in support of our positive actions program on campus.\r\nAt a large high school like ours, it is incredibly easy for students to get lost in the shuffle. Your support allows me to shine a spotlight on students who are doing the right thing, often behind the scenes. Being able to highlight my students in such a meaningful way is amazing, and it truly makes a difference in their confidence and sense of belonging. My students are going to love this project.","fullyFundedDate":1774287058403,"projectUrl":"project/student-spotlight/10163759/","projectTitle":"Student Spotlight","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O'Renick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10165868_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757757425913","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10165868"},{"teacherId":10165868,"projectId":10156705,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for funding our grant to create a new student collaboration space. When I told my students that our project was funded, they were absolutely stunned—many couldn't believe that their idea to create a place to discuss, create, and share ideas was actually coming to life. \r\nTheir excitement is contagious. This space will allow students to move beyond traditional learning and engage in peer-to-peer collaboration. Your generosity has turned a \"someday\" dream into a \"today\" reality for them.\r\nThank you for believing in my students.","fullyFundedDate":1774054268413,"projectUrl":"project/collaboration-in-comfort/10156705/","projectTitle":"Collaboration in Comfort","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O'Renick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10165868_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757757425913","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10165868"},{"teacherId":10165868,"projectId":10166743,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the copy paper! As we enter state testing season, this donation is absolutely essential. With your help, I am able to print quality study guides, review packets, and practice tests, ensuring every student has the physical tools they need to prepare confidently. You are truly making a difference in our classroom success!\r\nStudies show students retain more information if it is presented on paper instead of looking at a computer screen. These materials will allow students to excel on these high stakes exams.","fullyFundedDate":1774548504467,"projectUrl":"project/paper-for-comprehension/10166743/","projectTitle":"Paper for Comprehension","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O'Renick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10165868_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757757425913","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10165868"},{"teacherId":10165868,"projectId":10164981,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of chair cushions and disinfecting wipes! My students absolutely love them. Having a comfortable place to sit during long exams has made a world of difference, and the wipes help us keep our workspace clean and safe. \r\nYour support truly helps our classroom thrive! My students have to face challenges everyday in order to be successful in school. Making them more comfortable while they are working hard is essential. 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