{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Century High School ","outOfStateSupporters":20.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9827514,"projectId":9174169,"letterContent":"Your additional support has enabled me to create a space where my students can thrive to their fullest potential. The various uses of the supplies provided aimed to provide students with extra materials if they needed them for class or any assignments. Our students may not always have the necessary materials to bring their ideas to life or to achieve their desired success. However, your support has allowed our students to borrow pens from my office to take notes in class or charge their laptops with the power surge before starting their day, especially if they forgot to charge the night before or were unable to do so.\r\n\r\nBeyond providing physical support, some of the items given have provided mental health support for our students. The stuffed animal has become a popular item amongst the students, especially when they come in distraught. Many have noted that it allowed them to feel calm and collect their thoughts after feeling comforted by it. It provides the time for the student to process their emotions and find the words they wish to share with me, if they feel comfortable doing so. The additional signs on the wall, as a school counselor, also let them know whether I'm available or where they can reach out for further support.\r\n\r\nThese items may be small and minimal in the larger scheme of the school year; however, they provide additional support in day-to-day activities that add up for our students. It's truly the little things that count, and the support provided made it possible by funding this project. I am truly appreciative, and the students also feel the same way as we all continue to grow together throughout this upcoming school year.","fullyFundedDate":1747107690099,"projectUrl":"project/arriving-at-the-counselor-resource-stati/9174169/","projectTitle":"Arriving at the Counselor Resource Station","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ngo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9827514_orig.jpg?crop=1638,1638,x0,y81&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730848661231","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9827514"},{"teacherId":9829632,"projectId":9067664,"letterContent":"When the new basketball and softball equipment arrived, my students were thrilled. They couldn't wait to try out the basketball hoop, and soon they were running free-throw contests and half-court games. With the new balls, they've been practicing their dribbling, passing, and shooting, and I can already see their confidence and teamwork growing.\r\n\r\nThe softball equipment has been just as exciting. Students are learning batting skills with the tee, practice net, and pitching machine, and the agility ladders and cones have turned warm-ups into something they actually look forward to. Thanks to your generosity, my students now have the chance to build fitness, sports skills, and sportsmanship every day in PE and afterschool activities. You've given them more than just equipment—you've given them joy, confidence, and a love for staying active.","fullyFundedDate":1746787149003,"projectUrl":"project/taking-care-of-the-young-minds-that-will/9067664/","projectTitle":"Taking Care of the Young Minds That Will Blaze Trails","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9829632"},{"teacherId":9455572,"projectId":8954346,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, our school hallway has been transformed into a professional-grade student gallery. My students never imagined their work being displayed in such a polished and official way. As soon as we mounted the artwork along with the signs, students eagerly crafted artist statements to accompany each piece. It was a powerful and validating for them to see their names displayed next to their artwork for the entire school community to see.\r\n\r\nThis project has done more than enhance our hallway, it has boosted student confidence and taught them how art is not only created, but presented and celebrated. It has also been a learning tool for other programs that we share the hallway with. This form of display encourages others to admire but not touch or damage the work of others. As we continue rotating in new artwork, students will be encouraged to continue taking pride in their creations, pushing themselves creatively, and learning how to communicate their artistic vision to an audience.\r\n\r\nNone of this would have been possible without your contributions. Your support is helping elevate the arts in our school and will give students a lasting sense of pride and purpose.","fullyFundedDate":1735627471509,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-student-artists-hallway-gal/8954346/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Student Artists: Hallway Gallery Signage","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kellar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9455572_orig.jpg?crop=578,578,x240,y35&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708793192128","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9455572"},{"teacherId":9825727,"projectId":8918878,"letterContent":"The impact his has had on my classroom since its arrival has been tremendous. The classroom feels much more alive and has much more personality which helps my students lighten their spirits as they enter my class. When it was the holidays, I had students who weren't usual speakers participate more in class, seem more engaged, and connect more with others. This environment assuredly helped with students mental health as they all came together to form their own little communities in my classroom.\r\n\r\nHaving this shared community feeling in my classrooms has contributed to a much more active and engaged classroom. My students are more receptive to what I have to share and also more receptive to their own peers. I could not have asked for anything more helpful during this holiday time.","fullyFundedDate":1730757907189,"projectUrl":"project/fantastic-fabulous-festive-fun-for-th/8918878/","projectTitle":"Fantastic, Fabulous, Festive, Fun for the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Calderon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9825727_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y10&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730751939554","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9825727"},{"teacherId":9828544,"projectId":8924448,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students, faculty, and staff at Century High School, I want to extend our deepest gratitude for your generous contribution. Your support has made it possible for us to recognize Perfect Attendance to school of our students in a meaningful way, and the positive impact of this recognition has been truly inspiring.\r\n\r\nThanks to your donation, we were able to recognize our Centurions who showed their commitment of attending school every day for a whole semester. The recognition has not only celebrated their individual accomplishments but also uplifted the entire school community. It has instilled a sense of pride, motivation, and excitement among our students, showing them that their commitment is valued and appreciated.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped us create an environment where students feel encouraged to strive for excellence, knowing that their achievements will be acknowledged and celebrated. The positive outlook and renewed enthusiasm that this recognition has brought to our students are immeasurable, and it would not have been possible without your support.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for believing in our mission and for investing in the future of our students. Your contribution has made a lasting difference, and we are truly grateful for your commitment to Century High School.","fullyFundedDate":1731164229663,"projectUrl":"project/fostering-a-sense-of-accomplishment-for/8924448/","projectTitle":"Fostering a Sense of Accomplishment for Better Mental Health and Resilience","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Conde","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9828544"},{"teacherId":9825917,"projectId":8919333,"letterContent":"Words cannot express the gratitude of our students from your donations! The students have been using the donations during different events for healing, self care, and working through past traumas. When students first saw the materials, there was so much excitement in the air and eagerness to start using them. \r\nDuring group sessions, students used the expandable breathing sphere as a talking piece, and you could hear students calming down while sharing. It was a great tool to help self-regulate breathing and a calming technique. It was also a great tool for icebreakers, as students wanted to use it and could only use it if they were willing to talk. \r\nStudents also look forward to the inspirational pens and stickers that they could use throughout the day in different classes. They were also great reminders to keep going and moving forward. The textured calming stickers were also a great hit, as students used them for breathing techniques throughout the day. During different group sessions, we made friendship, bracelets or we journaled and the students appreciated the interactive participation and activities while able to open up and share their feelings and experiences.\r\nThe donated supplies were not just for the students but also allowed our team to stay organized with our wall calendar and notepads to take notes on what activities needed to be done. They have been very appreciative of the tools provided and donated to better assist our students in moving forward past their traumas. Finally the pillow cases and the wall decor has been a great addition to the environment, allowing open and honest conversations with all students. \r\n\r\nOverall the donations have been amazing! They have been greatly appreciated by both students and team providing services.","fullyFundedDate":1730769544242,"projectUrl":"project/learning-to-regulate-your-emotions-and-p/8919333/","projectTitle":"Learning to Regulate Your Emotions and Processing Past Traumas","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. MJ","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9825917_orig.jpg?crop=318,318,x74,y11&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730757914525","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9825917"},{"teacherId":1635201,"projectId":8918865,"letterContent":"¡Muchísimas gracias! Thanks to your generosity, our Spanish classroom now has beautiful blue and green chairs that perfectly match our school colors. More importantly, they've created a comfortable and inviting space where students can relax, recharge, and immerse themselves in learning. Whether they're diving into a book, taking a well-earned mental break, or simply enjoying a cozy seat after a job well done, your support has made a real difference. We truly appreciate your kindness and your role in making our classroom a more welcoming place. \r\n¡Gracias de corazón!","fullyFundedDate":1730742081530,"projectUrl":"project/creating-calm-spaces-for-focused-and-eng/8918865/","projectTitle":"Creating Calm Spaces for Focused and Engaged Learning.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tacconelli Beichner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1635201_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730565688312","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1635201"},{"teacherId":9823833,"projectId":8915540,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our project! Students have been having fun learning to crochet and getting involved with learning how a benefit corporation works and how to use profit to fund charity. Students have learned marketing and sales skills in the process. This has been a great motivator and distraction from the usual stress and anxiety of college applications and FAFSA deadlines. Students genuinely enjoy creating items that bring joy and feel good about giving back to the community. \r\n\r\nWe could not have made this happen without the generous donations we received from Donors Choose! The smiles in the photos tell the whole story of the difference you have made. Our business program has had wonderful success this year because of the help you provided. Students and I often stress over how to make their business ideas come to life without funding. You helped relieve this stress for us this year!","fullyFundedDate":1730599574844,"projectUrl":"project/crochet-food-to-feed-the-world/8915540/","projectTitle":"Crochet Food to Feed the World!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Manntai","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9823833_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730493566000","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-manntai"},{"teacherId":9825763,"projectId":8918949,"letterContent":"I want to begin by saying thank you to the donors. Their generosity has helped many girls improve drastically in a sport that they had very little experience in before. It allowed me as a coach to set up small groups with the hitting net. That was important because we can now focus more on technique and less time on retrieving balls hit at a distance. I also want to mention that the elastic bands have been influential in helping the young pitchers stretch and avoid injuries. I can go on and on about how each item has helped the ladies, but overall I want to say how grateful they are your generosity has made a world of a difference.\r\n\r\nThe girls are using the materials on a daily basis. We have even taken them on road games. They rely on every piece of equipment that was donated and the coaches have been able to organize and monitor small groups and provide repetitive reps on each station. It has made practice a delight and the girls are constantly moving and working on areas they can improve on. The students reacted pleasantly surprised with everything. You made them happy. We hope to continue using everything for as long as we can. \r\n\r\nOnce again thank you for your generosity. Big hearts make a big difference.","fullyFundedDate":1730995756498,"projectUrl":"project/essential-practice-for-beginning-athlete/8918949/","projectTitle":"Essential Practice For Beginning Athletes","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Molina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9825763"},{"teacherId":9826848,"projectId":8921256,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our 10th-grade students have been able to engage in meaningful Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) activities that foster self-awareness, emotional regulation, and stress management. When students first received the materials—including journals, stress balls, and bubble play kits—they were excited and curious about how these tools could help them understand their emotions and manage stress. During one memorable classroom session, students eagerly decorated their journals with stickers and colorful markers, making them personal and meaningful. As they began writing, many shared how reflecting on their emotions helped them process daily challenges, deepening their self-awareness. \r\n\r\nTheir enthusiasm continued as they explored stress-relief techniques. A particularly impactful moment was during a guided breathing exercise while using stress balls. One student, who often struggled with anxiety, shared that squeezing the stress ball while practicing deep breathing made them feel more in control of their emotions. Another student found comfort in the sensory experience of mixing sugar scrubs with essential oils, commenting on how the calming scents helped them relax after a long day. These activities not only provided valuable coping mechanisms but also encouraged open conversations about stress and emotional well-being among classmates, fostering a supportive classroom environment. \r\n\r\nMoving forward, we are excited to deepen our SEL curriculum by incorporating more mindfulness activities and peer-led discussions. Students will soon participate in group projects where they create personalized self-care kits, integrating their favorite stress-management tools learned in class. Additionally, we will continue to encourage daily journaling as a way for students to track their emotional growth over time. Your contribution has made a lasting impact on our students' ability to navigate their emotions, and we are grateful for your support in helping them build essential life skills.","fullyFundedDate":1730847664723,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-positive-self-image-and-confi/8921256/","projectTitle":"Building a Positive Self-Image and Confidence","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rozema","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9826848"},{"teacherId":2234089,"projectId":8912299,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our 10th-grade students have been able to engage in meaningful Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) activities that foster self-awareness, emotional regulation, and stress management. When students first received the materials—including journals, stress balls, and bubble play kits—they were excited and curious about how these tools could help them understand their emotions and manage stress. During one memorable classroom session, students eagerly decorated their journals with stickers and colorful markers, making them personal and meaningful. As they began writing, many shared how reflecting on their emotions helped them process daily challenges, deepening their self-awareness. \r\n\r\nTheir enthusiasm continued as they explored stress-relief techniques. A particularly impactful moment was during a guided breathing exercise while using stress balls. One student, who often struggled with anxiety, shared that squeezing the stress ball while practicing deep breathing made them feel more in control of their emotions. Another student found comfort in the sensory experience of mixing sugar scrubs with essential oils, commenting on how the calming scents helped them relax after a long day. These activities not only provided valuable coping mechanisms but also encouraged open conversations about stress and emotional well-being among classmates, fostering a supportive classroom environment. \r\n\r\nMoving forward, we are excited to deepen our SEL curriculum by incorporating more mindfulness activities and peer-led discussions. Students will soon participate in group projects where they create personalized self-care kits, integrating their favorite stress-management tools learned in class. Additionally, we will continue to encourage daily journaling as a way for students to track their emotional growth over time. Your contribution has made a lasting impact on our students' ability to navigate their emotions, and we are grateful for your support in helping them build essential life skills.","fullyFundedDate":1730550607645,"projectUrl":"project/sel-workshop-for-teens/8912299/","projectTitle":"SEL Workshop for Teens","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vazquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2234089"},{"teacherId":9826518,"projectId":8920545,"letterContent":"On behalf of our medically fragile class in the Adult Transition Program at Santa Ana Unified School District, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your incredible generosity. The communication device you donated has been a game-changer for one of our students, allowing her to express herself and engage with staff in ways that were not possible before. Additionally, the art materials you provided allowed our students to create beautiful Valentine's Day cards, which we shared with other classrooms using the communication device to spread a heartfelt message. Your donations have made a tremendous impact in our moderate-severe classroom, enriching our students' learning experiences and fostering meaningful connections. 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