{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Charles Herbert Flowers High School","outOfStateSupporters":35.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9692378,"projectId":10302884,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for generously funding my project, \"Fueling Math Success With Supplies and Student Incentives!\" Your kindness and generosity are truly appreciated by me and my students.\r\n\r\nYour support will help provide essential mathematics supplies and meaningful student incentives that encourage participation, recognize effort, and motivate students to do their best. These resources will help create a positive and engaging classroom where students feel supported, valued, and inspired to learn.\r\n\r\nAs a high school mathematics teacher, I believe that every student deserves the opportunity to succeed. By helping make learning more interactive and rewarding, you are encouraging my students to strengthen their problem-solving skills, build confidence, persevere through challenges, and celebrate their progress in mathematics.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping make our classroom a place where hard work, growth, and achievement are celebrated. Your generosity makes a meaningful difference in their educational journey, and I am sincerely grateful for your support!\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,\r\n\r\nDr. Analine A. Acosta, Ed.D.\r\nGeometry S/T & Algebra 2 Teacher","fullyFundedDate":1789651670617,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-math-success-with-supplies-and-s/10302884/","projectTitle":"Fueling Math Success With Supplies and Student Incentives","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Acosta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9692378"},{"teacherId":9692378,"projectId":10498319,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for generously funding my project, \"Ready, Set, Learn: Back-to-School Math Essentials for HS Math!\" Your kindness and generosity mean so much to me and my students.\r\n\r\nYour support will help provide essential classroom supplies that my high school mathematics students need to begin the school year prepared, organized, and ready to learn. Having the right materials will help students participate more actively in classroom activities, practice mathematical concepts, solve problems, and build confidence in their abilities.\r\n\r\nAs a mathematics teacher, I believe that every student deserves the tools and resources needed to succeed. Because of your generosity, my students can start the school year with greater opportunities to learn, grow, and achieve their academic goals.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students' education and helping create a positive, supportive, and engaging mathematics classroom. Your generosity makes a meaningful difference, and I am truly grateful for your support!\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation,\r\n\r\nDr. Analine A. 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These resources will help students strengthen their problem-solving skills, develop mathematical reasoning, build confidence, and explore STEM concepts through hands-on learning experiences.\r\n\r\nAs a mathematics teacher, I am grateful for people like you who believe in the potential of every learner and help make quality education more accessible. Your generosity reminds my students that there are people who care about their learning and future success.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping us build a stronger foundation in Geometry, Algebra, and STEM. Your support will make a meaningful difference in our classroom!\r\n\r\nWith sincere gratitude and appreciation,\r\n\r\nDr. Analine A. Acosta\r\nGeometry S/T & Algebra 2 Teacher","fullyFundedDate":1790783281009,"projectUrl":"project/geometry-algebra-stem-building-mathe/10671176/","projectTitle":"Geometry & Algebra STEM: Building Mathematical Success for Every Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Acosta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9692378"},{"teacherId":9700189,"projectId":9590564,"letterContent":"On behalf of our high school music department and ensemble members, I extend my deepest gratitude for your donation of a new HP printer. In a performing arts program, learning and mastering music requires clear physical documentation. Every SATB choral score, sight-reading test, and historical context packet starts as a digital file that must reach a student's hands. Your gift solves an operational hurdle by maintaining the print infrastructure required to equip over a hundred students with annotated sheet music. Holding clean, professionally printed music reassures our talented young musicians that their talent is worth investing in, providing the physical foundation to build vocal technique and literacy across classical, gospel, R&B, and Washington, D.C. Go-Go styles.\r\n\r\nThis HP technology has transformed daily learning by bridging digital tools with hands-on score study. Our vocalists now actively annotate their printed music during rehearsals—tracing voice-leading lines, marking dynamic arches, and applying 90/10 diction rules directly onto the page. Students feel immense pride holding high-contrast, publication-grade scores instead of reading faded copies or small phone screens. Specific students have warmed to this technology in profound ways: one junior alto who struggled with dense harmonic passages color-coded her line to isolate chromatic inner-voice transitions in Roland Carter's \"Lift Every Voice and Sing,\" giving her the confidence to step up as a section leader. Additionally, an aspiring senior producer used physical guide sheets printed directly from our PreSonus Studio One DAW software to connect visual measure markers with audio time-stretching and pitch-shifting stems.\r\n\r\nBecause of this printer, I delivered a fully differentiated music curriculum serving every learner without constraints. I can instantly print adapted score layouts and text-only recitation guides to support English Language Learners and developing readers, while equipping section leaders with specialized analysis sheets to run independent rehearsals. We can now execute diagnostic rubrics, self-assessments, and multi-genre arrangements seamlessly, ensuring our students are thoroughly prepared for upcoming regional assessment festivals and community showcases. Thank you for your belief in our students, your commitment to public arts education, and your transformative support of our choir program.","fullyFundedDate":1758202758593,"projectUrl":"project/elevate-excellence-help-our-chorus-brin/9590564/","projectTitle":"Elevate Excellence: Help Our Chorus Bring Music to Life!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9700189_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y30&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724382280539","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9700189"},{"teacherId":9700189,"projectId":9589486,"letterContent":"On behalf of our high school music department and ensemble members, I extend my deepest gratitude for your donation of printer ink. In a high-level performing arts program, learning, analyzing, and mastering music requires clear physical documentation. Every SATB choral score, sight-reading test, and historical context packet starts as a digital file that must reach a student's hands. Your gift directly solves an operational hurdle by maintaining the print supply required to equip over a hundred students with annotated scores. Holding clean printed music reassures our talented, ambitious young musicians that their talent is worth investing in, providing the physical foundation to build vocal technique and literacy.\r\n\r\nAccess to reliable print technology elevates daily rehearsals across multiple domains. Students engage in active score annotation—tracing voice-leading, marking dynamic curves, and applying our 90/10 diction rules across classical, gospel, R&B, and Go-Go literature. Clean physical scores also allow us to differentiate instruction through large-format layouts and DAW guide sheets from Studio One for section leaders. Students feel immense pride holding crisp, professional rehearsal binders instead of reading faded sheets or small phone screens. Having permanent print access builds artistic confidence, allowing singers to color-code chromatic inner-voice lines, master complex harmonies, and step into leadership roles.\r\n\r\nYour investment extends far beyond a single print job by establishing a structured curriculum that serves our current cohort and prepares them for upcoming regional assessment festivals and community showcases. Students enter rehearsal daily equipped with the tools needed to read, analyze, and perform at the highest level. By bridging digital music software with physical score reading, you have inspired emerging vocalists and aspiring audio producers alike. Thank you for your belief in our students, your commitment to public arts education, and your support of our choir program. You have made a lasting, transformative impact on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1756392205249,"projectUrl":"project/music-on-the-spot/9589486/","projectTitle":"Music On The Spot!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9700189_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y30&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724382280539","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9700189"},{"teacherId":10221665,"projectId":10520765,"letterContent":"The tablet mainly helps me teach more smoothly. I can show examples faster, keep materials organized, and give clearer explanations.\r\n\r\nStudents don't use the device, but they benefit from quicker demonstrations and fewer delays. Those who need extra clarification stay more engaged because I can replay steps or show visuals right away. \r\n\r\nIt also helps me manage transitions better, which keeps the class calm and focused. Even small improvements in timing make a difference for students who lose attention easily.","fullyFundedDate":1789651693717,"projectUrl":"project/tech-tools-for-student-success/10520765/","projectTitle":"Tech Tools for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Foulquie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10221665"},{"teacherId":9305638,"projectId":9834599,"letterContent":"The snacks from this project have already made a positive difference in my classroom! My students were excited to see the variety of snacks available and especially appreciated having something to grab when they were hungry during the school day. We use the snacks during class as needed so students can stay focused and engaged instead of having hunger distract them from learning.\r\n\r\nAs we continue our science lessons and hands-on activities, these snacks provide a simple but meaningful way to support my students throughout the day. I am so grateful to the donors who helped make this possible and showed my students that their learning and well-being matter!","fullyFundedDate":1762267737689,"projectUrl":"project/snack-attack-for-smarter-thinking/9834599/","projectTitle":"Snack Attack for Smarter Thinking!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vassell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9305638_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755611265938","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9305638"},{"teacherId":9305638,"projectId":9624153,"letterContent":"This project has already made a meaningful difference in my classroom! My students have been excited to use the new resources, and they have helped make our lessons more interactive, engaging, and hands-on. Instead of simply learning science concepts from a textbook or presentation, my students are able to interact with materials that help bring those concepts to life.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments was seeing how quickly my students became curious when they first saw the new materials. They immediately wanted to know what we were going to do with them and started asking questions. That excitement and curiosity is exactly what I hope to encourage in my science classroom.\r\n\r\nWe are continuing to use these resources as we explore new science concepts and complete classroom activities and investigations. My students' next step is to apply what they have learned through hands-on activities, make observations, analyze evidence, and use their findings to explain scientific phenomena.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for investing in my students and helping create a classroom where they can learn by doing. Your generosity gives my students opportunities to experience science in a more engaging and meaningful way, and I truly appreciate your support!","fullyFundedDate":1755796345225,"projectUrl":"project/igniting-a-year-of-discovery/9624153/","projectTitle":"Igniting a Year of Discovery!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vassell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9305638_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755611265938","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9305638"},{"teacherId":9692378,"projectId":9902309,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nI am excited to share the meaningful impact your generosity has had on my students through our project, \"Algebra in Action: Hands-On STEM Projects for Real-World Problem Solving.\"\r\n\r\nMany of you use technology in your daily lives, but in our classroom, it has become a powerful learning tool that transforms how students understand math. Instead of simply solving equations on paper, students are now using technology to explore real-world problems, visualize concepts, and test their ideas in interactive ways. This hands-on approach helps them make deeper connections and truly understand how algebra applies beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nWhat has been most exciting for my students is the ability to actively engage with the material. The new tools allow them to experiment, collaborate, and see immediate results from their work. Concepts that once felt abstract are now coming to life, and students are more motivated and confident in their abilities.\r\n\r\nI have also seen particular students truly shine with this new technology—especially those who previously struggled with traditional instruction. One student who often felt discouraged during math lessons is now eager to participate, using the tools to check their thinking and build understanding step by step. Another group of students has taken on leadership roles, helping their peers navigate the technology and solve problems together. It has been inspiring to watch their confidence grow.\r\n\r\nYour support has not only enhanced academic learning but has also fostered curiosity, collaboration, and a love for problem-solving. Thank you for making this possible and for investing in my students' success.","fullyFundedDate":1773255566952,"projectUrl":"project/algebra-in-action-hands-on-stem-project/9902309/","projectTitle":"Algebra in Action: Hands-On STEM Projects for Real-World Problem Solving","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Acosta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9692378"},{"teacherId":2775149,"projectId":9821603,"letterContent":"Your generosity made an immediate impact in our classroom. When students received the snacks and hygiene products, they were so excited and grateful. Many expressed how much it meant to have a safe space where they could access what they need without embarrassment. The supplies are stored in a discreet location in the classroom where they can help themselves without asking. These items help students feel cared for and prepared for the day. By meeting basic needs, students are better able to focus, participate, and stay engaged in learning. \r\n\r\nThis year my Care Corner has been able to support students beyond just the students I teach. Several times this year I have had students I don't know ask for supplies or a snack and they share with me that their friends told them I would be able to help. And with your generous support I am able to do so. Your donation not only helps support my classroom but the school community as a whole, where students feel supported, confident, and ready to succeed. Thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1763498198733,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-success-restocking-the-care/9821603/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Success: Restocking the Care Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lukomska- Schlauch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-ls"},{"teacherId":9700189,"projectId":9590056,"letterContent":"I would like to extend a hearty thank you to the DonorsChoose platform for providing my students with the ink needed to fuel our classroom printer. Working in a public school comes with its share of challenges, and one of the most frequent hurdles is the unreliability of communal copiers. Whether the machines are offline, broken, or lacking sufficient toner, these disruptions often make it difficult to provide the essential materials needed to enhance the student learning experience.\r\n\r\nThe donation of this ink has proven to be both timely and efficient, giving me direct control over my classroom resources. Having the ability to perform \"on-the-spot\" printing means that if we are ever short on worksheets or documents, I can rectify the situation immediately. This independence significantly reduces the risk of any child being left without the materials they need to participate fully in the lesson.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting aspect of this newfound accessibility is the consistency it brings to my classroom. Knowing that these resources are always available allows me to focus entirely on supporting my students' growth without the stress of technical delays. Thank you, DonorsChoose, for ensuring that my students always have the tools necessary for their success!","fullyFundedDate":1760693606955,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-music-education-with-every-cartr/9590056/","projectTitle":"Fueling Music Education with Every Cartridge","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9700189_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y30&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724382280539","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9700189"},{"teacherId":7509342,"projectId":9524874,"letterContent":"The introduction of a snack station proved to be a simple yet highly effective catalyst for increasing student engagement at the career center. By offering donated treats as a tangible incentive. This welcoming atmosphere lowered the barrier for students who might otherwise have felt intimidated or indifferent, providing a friendly \"hook\" that encouraged them to step through the doors and explore the resources available to them.\r\n\r\nFueled by the donated snacks, students dedicated time to completing comprehensive career interest surveys and self-assessments. 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