{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Clyde A Erwin High School","outOfStateSupporters":47.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8399529,"projectId":9980811,"letterContent":"Because of your support, my classroom is now a more organized, accessible, and student-centered space where all students can succeed.\r\n\r\nWith clear systems in place, students know exactly where to find materials, turn in work, and access resources they need—reducing confusion and increasing independence. The file folders help keep units organized and easily accessible, especially for students who are absent or need extra support.\r\n\r\nColor-coded materials have made a big difference for visual learners, English language learners, and students with accommodations by making expectations clearer and learning more manageable.\r\n\r\nThe paper tray system has created a consistent routine that encourages responsibility and helps students stay on track.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my classroom feels calmer, more structured, and more equitable. 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These are lessons that will stay with them far beyond this unit.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping bring these important stories into our classroom and for investing in both the academic and personal growth of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1770923589855,"projectUrl":"project/from-night-to-now-understanding-genocid/10026721/","projectTitle":"From Night to Now: Understanding Genocide Through Literature","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Galayda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8399529_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719018830451","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8399529"},{"teacherId":8399529,"projectId":9960097,"letterContent":"Thank You for the Impact You've Made in Our Classroom!\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my classroom has become a more active, confident, and engaging space for learning. 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Since they are able to understand the story students will be significantly more engaged with what was once thought to be a \"snooze-fest\". Thank you so much again for your time and donations to my classroom. Know these books will be used un multiple classes for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1763589702683,"projectUrl":"project/big-fear-with-shakespeare/9841926/","projectTitle":"Big Fear with Shakespeare","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gorman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7830889_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772735466666","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7830889"},{"teacherId":10175708,"projectId":9760328,"letterContent":"Receiving a full class set of The Crucible will have an immediate and meaningful impact on my students' learning. Instead of sharing copies, waiting for loaners, or relying on inconsistent digital access, every student will have their own book in hand. This allows them to annotate, underline key passages, track character motivations, and fully engage with the complex themes of fear, power, integrity, and justice that the play explores. Individual copies create true equity in the classroom—ensuring that all students, regardless of their home resources, can participate fully in close reading, discussions, and guided analysis.\r\n\r\nBeyond access, having a class set opens the door to richer instructional opportunities. Students can take part in Socratic seminars, performance-based scene work, and cross-text connections without the limitation of shared materials. With their own copy, students develop a sense of ownership over the text and greater confidence when navigating challenging literature. 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Your support truly made a meaningful difference in our daily classroom culture.","fullyFundedDate":1757683152329,"projectUrl":"project/creating-connections-beyond-computers/9659859/","projectTitle":"Creating Connections Beyond Computers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Galayda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8399529_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719018830451","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8399529"},{"teacherId":8399529,"projectId":9710370,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for helping bring Gimkit Premium and Classroom Screen Pro to our classroom! My students have loved diving into Gimkit—especially the Among-Us-esque game mode—and their excitement has completely transformed our review sessions. I've watched their confidence grow and their test scores rise, all because learning now feels fun and collaborative. Classroom Screen Pro has made a huge difference for me, too. Having all our documents, videos, and agendas in one place has made lessons run so much smoother. Your generosity didn't just buy a subscription—it gave my students (and me!) tools that make learning feel alive every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1759266091998,"projectUrl":"project/learning-through-play-and-structure-gim/9710370/","projectTitle":"Learning Through Play and Structure: Gimkit + ClassroomScreen Pro","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Galayda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8399529_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719018830451","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8399529"},{"teacherId":8399529,"projectId":9592118,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students now have a brand-new class set of books and fresh, engaging activities that make learning come alive. 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