{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Clear Lake High School","outOfStateSupporters":79.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":110342,"projectId":10114010,"letterContent":"To PCW, Cathie, Astro Cat, Constance, and Orange Chair:\r\n\r\nHello my amazing friends! Thank you so much for making my \"Launching an Art Revolution- One Brick at a Time!\" project possible! This grant has already made such a difference for my students, and we are only just getting started. These pixel art puzzles perfectly fill a niche for a special group of kids who truly love art and creative challenges. For them, this isn't just an activity—it's something they genuinely connect with.\r\nToday, we began working on Van Gogh's Starry Night, and it was amazing to watch the students dive right in. As they built, I had the opportunity to teach them about Van Gogh, his life, and his unique artistic style, and they were fully engaged in a way that doesn't always happen with traditional lessons. Re‑creating a masterpiece brick by tiny brick helped them slow down, observe details, and really appreciate how art comes together—one small piece at a time.\r\nThis grant is such a win for these students because it blends art history, problem‑solving, patience, and creativity into something hands‑on and meaningful. It gives art‑loving students a space to thrive, collaborate, and take pride in their work. Knowing their finished projects will be permanently displayed in the library makes it even more special—they're building something that will last.\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for supporting creativity, curiosity, and joyful learning. Your generosity is helping us create something beautiful, inspiring, and unforgettable.","fullyFundedDate":1772813129589,"projectUrl":"project/launching-an-art-revolution-one-brick-a/10114010/","projectTitle":"Launching an Art Revolution- One Brick at a Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dickey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp110342_orig.png?crop=403,403,x0,y8&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633792101805","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sdickey"},{"teacherId":110342,"projectId":10140740,"letterContent":"To Michael B., Orange Chair, Jeanette BH, Astro Cat, Cathie, the Anonymous Donor from Illinois, and Constance:\r\nHello to my amazing team of donors! The books are here, and the excitement is REAL. 📚✨ We're in the middle of processing them now—labels, covers, cataloging, all the behind‑the‑scenes magic that turns a box of books into something students can actually check out—and I can already tell you these titles are going to be constantly in rotation.\r\nBefore everything even hit the shelves, a small group of students got a sneak peek while helping write thank‑you notes, and their reactions said it all. There were gasps, rapid flipping of pages, instant recommendations to friends, and yes—holds placed immediately. Seeing students light up over brand‑new books, especially across so many different genres, is one of the absolute best parts of my job.\r\nThis collection does exactly what I hoped it would do: it offers options. Fantasy lovers, horror fans, graphic novel devotees, romance readers, curious nonfiction explorers, and those students who swear they \"don't really like reading\" all found something that caught their attention. These books are already proving to be gateway stories—the kind that pull students in, build confidence, and quietly turn \"meh\" readers into actual readers.\r\nI also want to send a heartfelt thank‑you to the DonorsChoose Community for stepping in and matching donations for this project. That collective support stretched this grant further and helped make this book delivery feel like a celebration for our library. It's incredibly meaningful to know that you came together to champion student readers and amplify the impact of every contribution.\r\nBecause of you, our library is more inviting, more representative, and more exciting. You didn't just help buy books—you helped create moments of connection, curiosity, and that spark of joy that comes from finding a story that truly clicks. I can't wait to see these books circulate, get shared, and become favorites.\r\nThank you for supporting our readers, our library, and the magic that happens when teens discover books they're genuinely excited to read. Best to each of you always. YOU help me keep the dreams alive! ...Shirley #LoveMyLibraryLife","fullyFundedDate":1773858758765,"projectUrl":"project/plot-twists-page-turns-25-books-to-ho/10140740/","projectTitle":"Plot Twists & Page Turns: 25 Books to Hook Teens!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dickey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp110342_orig.png?crop=403,403,x0,y8&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633792101805","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sdickey"},{"teacherId":110342,"projectId":10140914,"letterContent":"To The Anonymous Donor from North Carolina, Jenn, Astro Cat, Orange Chair, Constance, and Cathie:\r\nHi my amazing friends! The books from the recent book match day have mostly arrived and I am PUMPED! You have to know that, as a librarian, one of my favorite things to do is open book boxes! Truly—there is nothing quite like slicing open the tape, lifting the flaps, and knowing that what's inside is about to change someone's reading life.\r\nAnd wow...these books. Because of you, our shelves are filling up with stories that matter. As I've been unpacking and processing them, I keep thinking about the students who are going to stumble across that book—the one that finally feels familiar, affirming, or eye‑opening in exactly the way they need. These titles aren't just going to sit quietly on shelves. They're going to be discovered, clutched, passed to friends, talked about, and remembered.\r\nWhat I love most about this collection is how many directions it reaches at once. Some of these books will act as mirrors, letting students see their own lives, families, struggles, and identities reflected back at them with honesty and dignity. Others will be windows—inviting readers into experiences they may never personally live but desperately need to understand. That's powerful stuff for teenagers who are still figuring out who they are and how they fit into the world.\r\nI also want to give a huge thank you to the DonorsChoose community who helped match donations for this project. That extra layer of support truly amplified the impact of every gift and helped bring this collection to life in an even bigger way. It means so much to know that people who may never meet our students still chose to stand behind them and say, these stories matter. Your generosity multiplied the reach of this project and made book match day feel downright magical.\r\nThese books are already sparking interest just sitting on my desk, and I can't wait to get them into students' hands through the library, book displays, and reading programs. Your generosity has widened our students' worlds and strengthened our school community in a quiet but lasting way.\r\nThank you for believing in books as tools for empathy, courage, and connection—and for fueling one very happy librarian's love of opening boxes. 💙...Shirley #LoveMyLibraryLife","fullyFundedDate":1773885765587,"projectUrl":"project/books-that-build-bridges/10140914/","projectTitle":"Books That Build Bridges","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dickey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp110342_orig.png?crop=403,403,x0,y8&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633792101805","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sdickey"},{"teacherId":110342,"projectId":10055681,"letterContent":"To P. C. W., Cathie, Astro Cat, Constance, and OC:\r\nThank you so much for making this wonderfully messy project happen! Thanks to your generosity, our FLEX time was filled with laughter, curiosity, and lots and lots of slime—and yes, we had a blast. Students were completely engaged from the moment the supplies came out, and our library FLEX space turned into a hands‑on science lab buzzing with excitement.\r\nWhat made this project so special is that it looked like pure fun on the surface, but it was packed with real learning underneath. Students experimented with different slime recipes, compared textures, adjusted ingredients, and figured out why one batch turned out stretchy while another was sticky or stiff. Along the way, they were exploring polymers, viscosity, chemical reactions, and problem‑solving—without even realizing how much science they were doing.\r\nThis project was also a huge win for collaboration and confidence. Students worked together, shared materials, troubleshot unexpected results, and helped each other tweak recipes to get the perfect slime. For some students who don't always feel confident in traditional academic settings, this was their moment to shine. And honestly, the simple act of mixing, squishing, and stretching slime turned out to be incredibly calming. FLEX is all about meeting students where they are, and this project supported both learning and emotional regulation in the best possible way.\r\nYour support turned an ordinary school day into something joyful, creative, and memorable. You gave our students permission to explore, experiment, and have fun while learning—and that kind of experience sticks with them. Thank you for believing in hands‑on learning and for helping us bring a little extra joy (and slime!) into our school day. Best to you all! ...Shirley #LoveMyLibraryLife","fullyFundedDate":1771012704990,"projectUrl":"project/stretch-squish-learn-slime-experiment/10055681/","projectTitle":"Stretch, Squish, Learn: Slime Experiments in Flex","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dickey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp110342_orig.png?crop=403,403,x0,y8&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633792101805","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sdickey"},{"teacherId":110342,"projectId":10098738,"letterContent":"To PCW, Astro Cat, Constance, Orange Chair, and Cathie:\r\nThank you SO much for making this project possible! Because of your generosity, three of our four new book nook kits are already built and have found happy homes tucked among the bookshelves in our library—and they look amazing. Students and staff keep stopping to admire them, and every time someone notices one, it sparks curiosity and conversation. We're so excited to add the final nook soon and keep building toward our goal of having one for every library section!\r\nI won't sugarcoat it—these kits were hard. Really hard. And that's exactly why they were so valuable. The high school students who worked on them learned firsthand what perseverance truly means. They had to slow down, read directions carefully, redo steps when something didn't work, and—most importantly—work together. They practiced communication, patience, problem‑solving, and attention to tiny details. There were moments of frustration, yes, but there were also moments of teamwork, pride, laughter, and genuine accomplishment when a complicated piece finally came together.\r\nThese book nooks turned our FLEX time into something special: a calm, focused space where students could create something beautiful with their hands and see the tangible results of sticking with a challenge. Some students who don't always shine in traditional academic settings absolutely thrived here, and watching their confidence grow was incredibly rewarding. Your support didn't just buy kits—it gave our students the chance to build real‑world skills and miniature masterpieces at the same time. Thank you for believing in hands‑on learning and for making our library an even more joyful, inspiring place! THANK YOU! ...Shirley #LoveMyLibraryLife","fullyFundedDate":1771549155684,"projectUrl":"project/precision-patience-and-a-pinch-of-crea/10098738/","projectTitle":"Precision, Patience, and a Pinch of Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dickey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp110342_orig.png?crop=403,403,x0,y8&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633792101805","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sdickey"},{"teacherId":110342,"projectId":9976874,"letterContent":"To PC Wilson, Cathie, Jeanette, Constance, Astro Cat, and Orange Chair:\r\nHello my friends! Thank you SO much for helping bring a little winter magic to our library last Monday! ❄️✨ Because of your generosity, my students got to experience something many of them had never seen before: SNOW... in Texas! It was truly unforgettable.\r\nFrom the moment students walked in and saw the materials laid out, the excitement started building. They jumped right into mixing and measuring, watching with wide eyes as the instant snow puffed up and expanded like magic. There was so much laughter, curiosity, and \"Whoa—look at THIS!\" energy filling the room. They weren't just having fun—they were learning real science in the most hands‑on, joyful way possible. They asked questions about polymers, absorption, and chemical reactions, and it was incredible to watch that spark of genuine wonder come alive.\r\nAnd then came Day Two—the snowman-building extravaganza! Students rushed in to see how their frozen snow had changed overnight, and the creativity that followed was amazing. We had classic snowmen, tiny snow creatures, some VERY tall engineering attempts, and even a few who gave their snowmen backstories. You should've seen the pride on their faces as they showed off their creations. Snowmen in a Texas library... what a moment!\r\nThanks to you, FLEX time turned into something truly special. These students got an experience that let them experiment, collaborate, laugh, and step away from stress for a little while, and several said it was the first time they'd ever touched anything close to real snow. Because of your kindness, they now have a memory they'll be talking about for a long, long time.\r\nYour support didn't just fund materials—you helped create joy, curiosity, and connection. You helped transform an ordinary Monday into a winter wonderland adventure my students will never forget. I are SO grateful for you! Never doubt that you are making a difference in their lives!","fullyFundedDate":1768531322702,"projectUrl":"project/snow-much-fun-in-houston/9976874/","projectTitle":"Snow Much Fun in Houston!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dickey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp110342_orig.png?crop=403,403,x0,y8&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633792101805","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sdickey"},{"teacherId":110342,"projectId":10011649,"letterContent":"To the Anonymous Donor from Queens, Constance, Orange Chair, and Cathie:\r\nThank you SO much for your generosity! I'm thrilled to share that all the items have arrived, and my snack closet is now fully stocked and ready to serve our students for the rest of the school year. Opening those boxes and seeing shelf after shelf fill up felt like watching a huge weight lift off my shoulders. Being able to meet the needs of our homeless and food‑insecure students through the end of the year—and hopefully even into August—is an absolute gift.\r\nThese snacks aren't just treats; they are fuel, comfort, and dignity for the 72 students on our campus who are currently experiencing homelessness. The fact that they can come to the library anytime and get something to eat without barriers, questions, or judgment means everything. And knowing that I now have enough to keep this going because of your support fills me with so much gratitude.\r\nYour donation also makes an incredible impact on my Library Club students. As they take responsibility for organizing, stocking, and distributing snacks, I can already see them developing empathy, initiative, and a true desire to support their peers. This project teaches them that compassion isn't just a feeling—it's a habit, a practice, and something they can actively choose to build into their character.\r\nThank you for helping me create a space where students can both receive what they need and learn what it means to care for others. Thank you for easing the financial strain of keeping the closet stocked. And thank you for believing in a program that supports some of our most vulnerable students while also nurturing compassion in the next generation.\r\nYour kindness is making real, immediate, human impact—and I appreciate you more than I can say.","fullyFundedDate":1769117225028,"projectUrl":"project/refills-for-our-homeless-student-snack-c/10011649/","projectTitle":"Refills for Our Homeless Student Snack Closet","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dickey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp110342_orig.png?crop=403,403,x0,y8&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633792101805","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sdickey"},{"teacherId":110342,"projectId":10036058,"letterContent":"To The Anonymous Donor from Texas, Amanda from St. Louis, Orange Chair, Astro Cat, Constance and Ellie:\r\nThank you SO much for your generosity! I'm thrilled to share that the birdseed has arrived, and the birds are already happily feasting outside the library windows again. The feeders are busy from morning to afternoon, and it brings me so much joy to see the whole little ecosystem spring back to life the moment the seed goes in.\r\nMy students haven't missed a beat either—they're right back at the windows during lunch and whenever they pass through the library, pointing out their favorite regulars and reacting with the same \"Ooooh!\" and \"Ahhhh!\" energy that made this project so special in the first place. It's amazing how something as simple as a feeder can spark so much curiosity, joy, and connection.\r\nI also want to thank you personally for relieving the financial burden of keeping seed in the feeders. After the first grant's supply ran out, I did my best to keep things going with my own resources, because I knew how much the students (and the birds!) depended on it. Your generosity has lifted that weight off my shoulders and made it possible for me to continue providing this experience without worry. I'm so grateful.\r\nThese feeders have become such an unexpected bright spot in the school day—for me as much as for the students. There's something grounding and peaceful about watching the birds come and go while I'm shelving books or helping students with research. It creates this little moment of calm in the middle of a high‑energy high school, and your support is what keeps that joy alive.\r\nI'm also excited to continue using this project as a gentle way to spark curiosity about local wildlife and environmental stewardship. Every time a student asks, \"What kind of bird is that?\" or \"Why do they come more on cold days?\" it opens the door to conversations about nature, observation, and caring for the creatures who share our space. Your donation didn't just fill the feeders—you helped nurture learning in the most natural, authentic way.\r\nThank you again for helping me keep this project going—for my students, for the birds, and for the joy it brings to our little corner of campus. I appreciate your support more than I can say.","fullyFundedDate":1770339519753,"projectUrl":"project/bird-families-we-can-see/10036058/","projectTitle":"Bird Families We Can See","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dickey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp110342_orig.png?crop=403,403,x0,y8&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633792101805","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sdickey"},{"teacherId":110342,"projectId":9961578,"letterContent":"Karen S,; Ray & Karen B.; Ellie; Astro Cat; Orange Chair, and Constance:\r\nThank you SO much for your incredible generosity! I'm thrilled to share that everything for this project has officially arrived, and I'm already getting the prize wheel and all the prizes prepped so I can kick things off next week with the start of Lunar New Year. I can practically feel the buzz building already—I know my students are going to be so excited when they walk into the library and see the wheel ready to spin!\r\nThis event means a lot to me because it gives me the chance to spark meaningful conversations with students who may not have had many opportunities to learn about Lunar New Year or explore Asian cultures in general. Creating a fun, celebratory space where they can ask questions, learn about traditions, and maybe rethink assumptions or stereotypes is exactly the kind of work I love doing in the library. Your support is what makes it possible for me to bring these ideas to life in a way that's playful, engaging, and memorable.\r\nI also want to send a huge thank‑you to Panda Express for their generous matching donation. Their support helped me stretch this project further than I could have on my own, making it possible to offer a wider variety of prizes and really elevate the experience for students. I'm so grateful for organizations that believe in sharing cultural moments and supporting educators who want to bring them into schools in an authentic, joyful way.\r\nOnce the 15 days of Lunar New Year celebrations wrap up, I'll send photos so you can see all the energy, fun, and learning that you helped create. I can't wait for you to see the students' reactions and the amazing conversations that unfold.\r\nThank you again for believing in this project and helping me build something meaningful, festive, and culturally rich for my school community. I appreciate you more than I can say!","fullyFundedDate":1766466421161,"projectUrl":"project/lunar-new-year-prizes-for-our-prize-whee/9961578/","projectTitle":"Lunar New Year Prizes for Our Prize Wheel!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dickey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp110342_orig.png?crop=403,403,x0,y8&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633792101805","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sdickey"},{"teacherId":110342,"projectId":9955339,"letterContent":"To Gillian, the Anonymous Donor from Washington (for Frannie), Astro Cat, the Anonymous Donor from Maryland, Constance, Orange Chair, and Cathie:\r\nI can't thank you enough for your generosity! I'm thrilled to share that most of the books from this project have already arrived, and my students have begun checking them out with so much excitement and curiosity. It has been wonderful to watch them notice the new titles on display, flip through pages, and ask me what each book is about. Seeing them drawn to stories that reflect different identities, cultures, and lived experiences reminds me exactly why I put this project together.\r\nAs a high school librarian, I see every day how much it matters for students to encounter books that speak to who they are and also introduce them to worlds, struggles, and perspectives they may not have considered before. This collection is already helping me create those moments. These books—fiction, nonfiction, memoir, and everything in between—are now beginning to do the work I hoped they would: offering students mirrors that affirm their experiences and windows that broaden their understanding of others.\r\nI'm especially grateful because diverse literature like this doesn't just appear magically on the shelves. It takes support, intention, and people like you who believe that equitable access to meaningful stories changes lives. By funding this project, you've made it possible for me to provide books that open doors to empathy, compassion, and thoughtful conversation in a school community where not all students have had the chance to see themselves in the stories they read.\r\nI've already started integrating these titles into reading recommendations, class visits, and small group conversations, and I can feel the impact beginning. Students are noticing authors they haven't read before, topics they want to learn more about, and characters whose experiences challenge or validate their own. This is exactly the kind of engagement that helps young people grow as readers—and also as humans navigating a complex and diverse world.\r\nYour generosity has created a ripple effect that reaches far beyond the library shelves. You've helped me build a collection that will encourage identity development, spark critical thinking, and support countless meaningful discussions for years to come. I'm truly grateful for the opportunity to offer my students books that matter—books that help them feel seen, respected, and connected.\r\nThank you for believing in this project, in the power of diverse stories, and in the potential of young people to read widely, think deeply, and lead with empathy. I'm so appreciative of your support and so excited to continue putting these books into students' hands.","fullyFundedDate":1767216642513,"projectUrl":"project/books-that-build-bridges/9955339/","projectTitle":"Books That Build Bridges","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dickey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp110342_orig.png?crop=403,403,x0,y8&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633792101805","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sdickey"},{"teacherId":110342,"projectId":9941411,"letterContent":"To Lisa F., Jeanette, Constance, Dee from GOL, Orange Chair, Ellie, and Cathie:\r\nWhat an amazing day we've had—and it's all thanks to YOU! Today my students rolled up their sleeves, opened up those LEGO kits, and got completely lost in creating the most beautiful little flower bouquets you can imagine. You should have seen their faces—so much focus, joy, teamwork, and energy filling the library. As the bouquets started taking shape, something really special happened. The students weren't just building; they were talking about the people who would be receiving them. They wondered what colors the residents might like, how the flowers might brighten someone's room, and what it must feel like to get a surprise gift from a stranger who cares. Their compassion showed up in every tiny brick they snapped into place. And now? We are buzzing with excitement because soon we get to deliver these creations to the residents in our local nursing homes. My students cannot wait. They kept picking up the bouquets and saying, \"I hope they love this one!\" or \"I wonder who this will go to!\" They're nervous and proud and eager all at once—and it's so beautiful to witness. Thanks to your generosity, they've learned what it means to create something meaningful with their own hands and to share beauty with someone who might need it most. They've practiced teamwork, patience, problem‑solving, and—most importantly—kindness. Their reflections afterward already show a deeper awareness of empathy and a genuine desire to make someone's day brighter. You didn't just help fund a project—you helped create a moment that will stick with these students for a long, long time. You helped them understand that compassion isn't abstract; it's an action. And tomorrow, they get to take that action out into the world. From all of us—students, flowers, nervous builders, excited deliverers—thank you for making today possible. We cannot wait to share the joy you've sparked. \r\nI also want to give a huge, heartfelt thank‑you to The Compassion Project for their generous matching donation. Their support didn't just help fund our project—it amplified the kindness my students are learning to share. With their match, our kids were able to build even more bouquets, extending this experience of empathy, creativity, and service to an even greater number of nursing home residents. I'm so grateful for organizations that believe in nurturing compassion in young people and helping them turn good intentions into real, meaningful action.","fullyFundedDate":1765846704480,"projectUrl":"project/the-compassion-flower-project/9941411/","projectTitle":"The Compassion Flower Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dickey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp110342_orig.png?crop=403,403,x0,y8&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633792101805","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sdickey"},{"teacherId":110342,"projectId":9976379,"letterContent":"To the Anonymous Donor from New Jersey: \r\nWe did it! And what an incredible day in our library FLEX enrichment time! Thanks to you, our daily FLEX period turned into a bright, colorful, joy-filled tie‑dye session, and my students are still talking about it.\r\nThe moment we brought out the towels and dyes during FLEX, the whole group shifted into creative mode. Students who usually wander in quietly—or aren't quite sure how to spend their FLEX time—jumped right into folding, twisting, experimenting, and helping each other design their tie‑dye masterpieces. There were laughs, surprises, a few \"happy accidents,\" and so many proud smiles as they unfolded their finished towels.\r\nWhat truly warmed my heart was seeing how this simple activity transformed FLEX time for students who sometimes feel awkward or overwhelmed in unstructured spaces. Today, they had something hands-on, fun, and low-pressure to focus on—and you could physically see them relax and open up. They chatted, shared colors, made new connections, and cheered each other on. It felt like the FLEX space we always hope to create: welcoming, supportive, and full of positive energy.\r\nAnd yes—we kept the carpet safe! A FLEX miracle.\r\nYour generosity didn't just provide supplies; it created a meaningful, creative experience right in the middle of the school day. Students walked out with colorful towels, renewed confidence, and the pride of having made something entirely their own.\r\nThank you for supporting our library's FLEX enrichment activities and for helping us create moments of joy, connection, and creativity every day. You made today unforgettable.\r\nWith heartfelt gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1767234575326,"projectUrl":"project/dye-ing-to-create-in-the-library/9976379/","projectTitle":"Dye-ing to Create in the Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dickey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp110342_orig.png?crop=403,403,x0,y8&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633792101805","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sdickey"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_12843","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":2500,"numTeachers":137,"percentFrplEligible":44,"percentAsian":10,"percentBlack":6,"percentWhite":39,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":36,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"18.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":20.8,"schoolId":12843,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Clear Lake High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Clear Lake High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/clear-creek-independent-school-district/clear-lake-high-school/12843"}
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About this school
Clear Lake High School is
an urban public school
in Houston, Texas that is part of Clear Creek Independent School District.
It serves 2,500 students
in grades 9 - 12 with a student/teacher ratio of 18.2:1.
Its teachers have had 200 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
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Grades 9 - 12
2,500 Students
137 Teachers
2929 Bay Area BlvdContact info is sourced from our partners at MDR Education, and DonorsChoose updates our site ahead of each school year.
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52%
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Clear Lake High School
$75,589
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Clear Lake High School has received support from
105 individuals from Texas and
401 individuals out-of-state.