{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Columbia Heights Education Campus","outOfStateSupporters":63.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9488548,"projectId":9604790,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support of my Donors Choose project, Bringing Color to Language Learning. Thanks to your donation, our classroom now has access to a printer and ink that have truly transformed the way my students learn.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has made a meaningful impact on my students' daily learning experiences. I have been able to print vibrant vocabulary charts, engaging images, and color-coded essays that help students better understand and organize their ideas. For my English Language Learners, these visual supports are essential—they make language more accessible, clear, and memorable.\r\n\r\nThe use of color has especially helped my students make connections between words and meanings, identify patterns in their writing, and stay engaged during lessons. Something as simple as highlighting different parts of an essay in color has made a big difference in how confidently they approach writing tasks.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and investing in their success. Your support is making a lasting difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1767209887989,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-color-to-language-learning/9604790/","projectTitle":"Bringing Color to Language Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vargas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9488548"},{"teacherId":10389033,"projectId":9967895,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of cleaning supplies to our classroom. Your support has made a meaningful difference in our daily learning environment.\r\n\r\nSince receiving the materials, my students and I have been using them to maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming space where everyone feels comfortable and ready to learn. One special moment that stood out was during our \"Community Responsibility\" activity, where students worked in teams to clean and organize different areas of the classroom. This not only helped keep our space tidy but also reinforced important lessons about responsibility, teamwork, and respect for shared spaces.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new supplies, their reactions were full of excitement and pride. Many of them immediately expressed a sense of ownership over the classroom, eager to take part in keeping it clean. It was inspiring to see how something as simple as cleaning materials could empower them and build a stronger sense of community.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we plan to continue integrating these resources into our ongoing classroom routines and projects. Our next steps include connecting our cleaning routines to a larger unit on community and civic responsibility, where students will explore how small actions can positively impact their environment both in school and at home.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your kindness and support. Your contribution is helping us create not only a cleaner classroom, but also a space where students learn the value of care, responsibility, and community.","fullyFundedDate":1767025894805,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-our-classroom-clean-and-safe/9967895/","projectTitle":"Keeping Our Classroom Clean and Safe","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. MILENA DURAN CAMPO","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10389033_orig.jpg?crop=472,472,x0,y4&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1766164790824","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10389033"},{"teacherId":9748611,"projectId":9942165,"letterContent":"Since receiving the mini whiteboards for each student and our mobile whiteboard, the impact in our classroom has been amazing. Every student can actively participate, and I have noticed that even those who were previously hesitant to share their ideas are now expressing themselves through their mini whiteboards, which has boosted engagement and confidence. \r\n\r\nThe mobile whiteboard allows me to provide more personalized attention during small groups, moving from group to group to give feedback on the topics each student needs most. I also use it to create a visual tracker that helps students see their progress and understand their performance in class. Your generosity has truly empowered every student to have a voice and take ownership of their learning. \r\n\r\nThanks a million, from the bottom of my heart!","fullyFundedDate":1769020652190,"projectUrl":"project/giving-every-student-a-voice-through-whi/9942165/","projectTitle":"Giving Every Student a Voice Through Whiteboards","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Argueta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9748611"},{"teacherId":9880019,"projectId":9847900,"letterContent":"Technology plays an important role in my classroom, especially as students work on projects and explore topics beyond what we initially discuss in class. It allows them to research ideas, deepen their understanding, and connect what they learn in Spanish to real-world issues and perspectives. In an AP classroom, technology is also essential because it provides tools that help students prepare for the AP Spanish exam. Through online resources, practice assessments, and feedback platforms, students can evaluate their skills, identify areas for improvement, and practice the different components of the exam. This process helps them become more independent learners who take an active role in their own preparation and academic growth.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting aspects of this project for my students has been the personalized notebooks created with the new machine. These notebooks allow them to organize all the topics they need to master for the AP exam in one place. Throughout the year, they add notes, examples, and feedback directly into their notebooks, turning them into a comprehensive study guide. If a student misses a class, the notebook helps them quickly catch up because they can follow the structure and materials we have worked on together. Additionally, having my written feedback easily accessible allows them to reflect on their mistakes and apply what they learned in future assignments and units. This organization has made studying more efficient and has given students a clear sense of their progress throughout the course.\r\n\r\nAll of my students have shown great enthusiasm for these notebooks. They appreciate having a clear and structured tool that helps them understand what they need to know by the end of the year and how each unit connects to the AP exam. Many students have expressed that the notebooks make studying feel more manageable because everything is organized and easy to review. Seeing their notes, practice activities, and feedback in one place helps them feel more confident about their preparation. Thanks to your generosity, my students now have a powerful resource that supports their learning, encourages reflection, and helps them work toward success on the AP Spanish exam.","fullyFundedDate":1766959734564,"projectUrl":"project/ap-success-notebooks-empowering-every-s/9847900/","projectTitle":"AP Success Notebooks: Empowering Every Student to Achieve College Credit","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garcia Pinilla","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9880019"},{"teacherId":10290417,"projectId":9767131,"letterContent":"I greatly appreciate your donations to our classes bridge projects! The students were extremely excited to build something in class. The students had a lot of fun constructing their bridges with the materials that we received as a result of the donations. Which this project, they were able to learn a number of skills such as working in teams and delegating responsibilities among them which the overall bridge design and construction. They also discovered about geometric integrity of bridges and how geometry concepts are applied in real world situations.","fullyFundedDate":1764786096970,"projectUrl":"project/bridge-project/9767131/","projectTitle":"Bridge Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Bannister","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10290417"},{"teacherId":8947998,"projectId":9731400,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom book club has completely transformed the way many of my students see reading. The new books allowed us to introduce important literacy skills in an authentic and engaging way; from analyzing character development and identifying themes to making text-to-self and text-to-world connections. Instead of reading just to complete an assignment, students are now reading to discuss, question, and think deeply. These texts have helped us practice critical thinking, evidence-based discussion, and respectful dialogue.\r\n\r\nReading in my classroom now looks exciting and student-driven. Small groups gather to debate characters' choices, students eagerly flip pages to find evidence to support their ideas, and independent reading time is filled with focus and genuine interest. What has been most powerful is watching students who previously had little to no interest in reading become some of our most enthusiastic participants. Several students who rarely picked up a book before are now coming to me asking, \"Do you have another one I can read?\" That shift has been incredible to witness.\r\n\r\nYour donation didn't just add books to our shelves, it built confidence, sparked curiosity, and created a culture where reading feels meaningful and enjoyable. Thank you for helping my students discover that they are readers.","fullyFundedDate":1759327332887,"projectUrl":"project/building-community-through-books-our-hi/9731400/","projectTitle":"Building Community Through Books: Our High School Book Club","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Donahoue","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8947998_orig.jpg?crop=2367,2367,x2488,y172&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752027815286","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8947998"},{"teacherId":6223492,"projectId":9723184,"letterContent":"Thanks to the \"My 6th Grade Care Essentials!\" project, students are able to focus more on learning because their basic needs are being met. The care items are used daily and have helped create a calmer, more supportive classroom environment where students can fully participate in lessons and activities.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the supplies, they were excited and grateful. Many shared how helpful it was to have these items available at school, and it made them feel cared for and valued. The positive reactions showed just how meaningful these resources are to them.\r\n\r\nWith this support, students are now more engaged and prepared as we continue working on our current lessons and projects. Your generosity has helped build confidence, encourage collaboration, and support student success throughout the school year.","fullyFundedDate":1760534658897,"projectUrl":"project/my-6th-grade-care-essentials/9723184/","projectTitle":"My 6th Grade Care Essentials!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Erick Fuentes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6223492_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746914836513","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6223492"},{"teacherId":6800020,"projectId":8813171,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our DonorsChoose project and helping bring musical instruments into our classroom. Because of your generosity, students now have access to hands-on learning tools that turn music from an abstract idea into a lived experience. For many of them, this is their first opportunity to hold, play, and truly connect with an instrument.\r\n\r\nThese instruments are already making a difference. Students are more engaged, more confident, and more willing to take creative risks as they learn rhythm, collaboration, and self-expression. Music has a unique way of building community, and your support has helped create a classroom environment where students feel heard, challenged, and inspired.\r\n\r\nYour belief in our students means more than you may realize. By investing in music education, you are opening doors to skills that last far beyond the classroom—discipline, creativity, and joy. Thank you for being a part of our students' journey and for showing them that their voices, sounds, and stories matter.","fullyFundedDate":1727380292418,"projectUrl":"project/building-bridges-through-music/8813171/","projectTitle":"Building Bridges Through Music","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rosenberg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6800020"},{"teacherId":10190772,"projectId":9626346,"letterContent":"I am extremely grateful for your contributions to our College & Career Center Makeover campaign. The ability to provide a more modern learning space for our students has allowed our shared office to become a belonging haven for our student community.\r\n\r\nThe curtains helped tremendously in building a more polished look, while the throw pillows have provided nice motivational reminders throughout the room.\r\n\r\nWe look forward to our college and career hub continuing to thrive throughout the school year.","fullyFundedDate":1757043285405,"projectUrl":"project/college-career-center-makeover/9626346/","projectTitle":"College & Career Center Makeover","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Spinks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10190772_orig.jpg?crop=1636,1636,x0,y153&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755639464459","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10190772"},{"teacherId":6223492,"projectId":9865923,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our project, \"Feed the Mind: Connecting Nutrition to Classroom Success.\" Because of you, my students are learning how nutrition directly impacts their focus, energy, and success in the classroom. We have been using the new resources during lessons that connect healthy food choices to learning, and students were excited and eager to explore the materials as soon as they arrived.\r\n\r\nYour support has allowed students to apply what they are learning through discussions, reflections, and goal-setting around healthy habits. These lessons are helping them build awareness and skills that will benefit them both in and out of the classroom. We are incredibly grateful for your generosity and for the positive impact you've made on our students' learning experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1762874891756,"projectUrl":"project/feed-the-mind-connecting-nutrition-to/9865923/","projectTitle":"“Feed the Mind: Connecting Nutrition to Classroom Success”","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Erick Fuentes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6223492_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746914836513","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6223492"},{"teacherId":10231600,"projectId":9663309,"letterContent":"The impact of having a printer in the classroom has been immeasurable. Having a working printer has increased what I am able to do in class. I am able to print off handouts, visual aids and examples for different projects. This is especially true for their current project about social inequalities.\r\n\r\nThe students are creating protest posters addressing the impact social inequalities have on them personally, or their communities. It's an opportunity for my students to see the connection between art and activism. My students enjoy the convenience of having a printer in the classroom. Recently a student needed a visual reference for his project and I was able to print it off in 90 seconds.\r\n\r\nI am so thankful for everyone who donated. Your generosity means a lot to me and my students.","fullyFundedDate":1758299102012,"projectUrl":"project/social-inequalities/9663309/","projectTitle":"Social Inequalities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sanders","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10231600"},{"teacherId":8947998,"projectId":9660627,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students were able to fully engage in our Unlocking the Atom PBL with all the materials they needed to bring their learning to life. Instead of simply memorizing facts about atomic structure, they created tri-fold displays that showcased their chosen element, its properties, and a hand-drawn Bohr model they designed themselves. One of my favorite moments was watching a group of students proudly compare their creative atom illustrations and explain to each other why their electrons were placed exactly where they belonged.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the supplies you funded, the excitement was instant. Many of them immediately started planning out how they would decorate their tri-folds and make their atoms stand out. Several students who are usually quiet in class lit up when they realized they could combine art, science, and creativity in a way that felt personally meaningful. The materials gave them the freedom to explore chemistry in a way that was both rigorous and fun.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, students were able to move into the final stage of the project: presenting their tri-folds, explaining their elements' properties, and connecting atomic structure to real-world uses. They are proud of their work, and they were so excited to share their learning with their classmates. Your generosity made this entire experience possible, and I cannot thank you enough for giving my students the chance to feel like true scientists and creators.","fullyFundedDate":1756939607892,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-the-atom-a-journey-into-atomi/9660627/","projectTitle":"Unlocking the Atom: A Journey Into Atomic Structure","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Donahoue","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8947998_orig.jpg?crop=2367,2367,x2488,y172&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752027815286","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8947998"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_24042","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1494,"numTeachers":105,"percentFrplEligible":41,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":28,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":68,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"14.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":36.4,"schoolId":24042,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Columbia Heights Education Campus on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Columbia Heights Education Campus","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/district-of-columbia/dc-public-schools/bell-multicultural-senior-high-school/24042"}