{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Crosby High School","outOfStateSupporters":61.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8828926,"projectId":10089459,"letterContent":"I'm sorry for the dilatory nature of this letter of appreciation; I've been dealing with a medical issue.\r\n\r\nThe purpose of this project was to give students more access to college-level physics laboratory equipment, in this case air tracks, which let students' laboratory experiences approach those of a well-equipped laboratory for 100-level physics classes.These will be used in a lab within the next two weeks.\r\n\r\nThe near-frictionless nature of air tracks makes it much easier for students to understand the basic concepts of conservation of momentum, test the affect of angle on acceleration (this is how Galileo determined that mass had no affect on gravitational acceleration, not dropping things from a campanile), and multiple methods of measuring the same thing by use of different methods to measure the relationship between time, acceleration, and distance, such as spark timers, photogates, and stop watches.\r\n\r\nI would like to thank everybody for their generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1780051565180,"projectUrl":"project/minimal-friction-better-labs-with-air-t/10089459/","projectTitle":"Minimal Friction, Better Labs With Air Tracks","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Culver","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8828926"},{"teacherId":2102546,"projectId":10227367,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, we have been able to bring chemistry to life in our classroom in ways that truly captured our students' attention and excitement!\r\n\r\nThe Blue Bottle demonstration was an instant hit! Students were fascinated by the solution changing colors as they shook the bottle, and everyone wanted a turn to make the reaction happen themselves. It was wonderful to see so much enthusiasm over a chemistry demonstration! The hydrogen peroxide decomposition demonstration was just as exciting. In fact, students were disappointed that our school's cell phone policy prevented them from recording the reaction because they wanted to share what they had witnessed with their friends and family!\r\n\r\nWhat made these experiences especially meaningful was the amount of conversation they sparked. Students were asking questions, sharing observations, making predictions, and trying to explain the science behind what they were seeing. These demonstrations provide the perfect opportunity to explore chemical reactions, energy changes, and the rearrangement of atoms in a way that was both memorable and engaging.\r\n\r\nAs we continue studying chemistry, we will build on these experiences by having students use their observations as evidence to explain chemical changes and connect what they witnessed to concepts such as conservation of matter and chemical reactions.\r\n\r\nFor me, one of the most rewarding parts of teaching is seeing students become genuinely excited about science. These demonstrations did exactly that! Your generosity gave my students more than just an exciting classroom experience. It gave them something to wonder about, talk about, and remember. Thank you for helping me make chemistry come alive for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1784087864904,"projectUrl":"project/awesome-chemistry-demonstrations/10227367/","projectTitle":"Awesome Chemistry Demonstrations!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Velez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2102546_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1517968772470","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cvelez"},{"teacherId":9326028,"projectId":10361251,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping me to add a variety of diverse books to my book club. My students were happily surprised when they received the boxes of new books. They loved unboxing the books and were even more excited to know these books were for the bookclub. We started the year reading short stories (Harrison Bergeron) and will move to whole class text, so the new books arrived at a great time. \r\nSo far, a few of the students have already signed out books and this would not have been possible without your donations. \r\nAnother way these books have helped is by giving students another option. When students have finished an assignment they can read a book instead of doing nothing. \r\nThank you for giving my students this opportunity.","fullyFundedDate":1783449328865,"projectUrl":"project/book-club-for-beginners/10361251/","projectTitle":"Book Club For Beginners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sterling","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9326028_orig.jpg?crop=957,958,x0,y233&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1782954516681","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9326028"},{"teacherId":2102546,"projectId":10227386,"letterContent":"The ink from this project came just in time for the start of the school year. Syllabi, \"Get to Know You\" activities, pep rally items, and first lab reports are just some of the activities brought to life using the ink from this project. The students are always happy to know they have this class printer as a resource because there are not many available to them across campus. Thank you so much for believing in this project and its purpose. We were able to start the year strong with your support and we will have enough supplies to get us through most of the school year. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1782496438464,"projectUrl":"project/ink-for-intelligence/10227386/","projectTitle":"Ink for Intelligence","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Velez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2102546_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1517968772470","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cvelez"},{"teacherId":8706809,"projectId":10221875,"letterContent":"I 'am overwhelmed by people's love and support for one another every time a project has been contributed to or fully funded. It means so much that people support me from down the classroom hall, down the street, or across the world. However, in the eyes of the students it holds a value I cannot describe. It's the feeling when they get a package from someone outside of school who cares and goes out of their way to support their education in the music classroom. Thank you again for helping my students receive more helpful tools to improve their musical experience in my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1778004079131,"projectUrl":"project/supply-demand-for-a-growing-rock-band/10221875/","projectTitle":"Supply & Demand for a Growing Rock Band","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Griffin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8706809_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1697549115882","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-gmusic"},{"teacherId":8706809,"projectId":10192887,"letterContent":"I 'am overwhelmed by people's love and support for one another every time a project has been contributed to or fully funded. It means so much that people support me from down the classroom hall, down the street, or across the world. However, in the eyes of the students it holds a value I cannot describe. It's the feeling when they get a package from someone outside of school who cares and goes out of their way to support their education in the music classroom. Thank you again for helping my students receive more helpful tools to improve their musical experience in my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1787320505629,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-students-listen/10192887/","projectTitle":"Help My Students Listen!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Griffin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8706809_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1697549115882","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-gmusic"},{"teacherId":8706809,"projectId":10273987,"letterContent":"I 'am overwhelmed by people's love and support for one another every time a project has been contributed to or fully funded. It means so much that people support me from down the classroom hall, down the street, or across the world. However, in the eyes of the students it holds a value I cannot describe. It's the feeling when they get a package from someone outside of school who cares and goes out of their way to support their education in the music classroom. Thank you again for helping my students receive more helpful tools to improve their musical experience in my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1780940547311,"projectUrl":"project/more-chorus-folders-to-help-restock-the/10273987/","projectTitle":"More Chorus Folders to Help Restock the Chorus Room","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Griffin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8706809_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1697549115882","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-gmusic"},{"teacherId":8706809,"projectId":10231326,"letterContent":"I 'am overwhelmed by people's love and support for one another every time a project has been contributed to or fully funded. It means so much that people support me from down the classroom hall, down the street, or across the world. However, in the eyes of the students it holds a value I cannot describe. It's the feeling when they get a package from someone outside of school who cares and goes out of their way to support their education in the music classroom. Thank you again for helping my students receive more helpful tools to improve their musical experience in my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1778004079409,"projectUrl":"project/chorus-folders-to-restock-the-chorus-roo/10231326/","projectTitle":"Chorus Folders to Restock the Chorus Room","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Griffin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8706809_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1697549115882","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-gmusic"},{"teacherId":10216383,"projectId":9984220,"letterContent":"The students used the resource to know more about the different types of insects involved in the stages of decay along with the stages of the insect maturity. The students saw the materials but I believe some were hesitant because they were bugs. However in the lab they were not required to take them out of the jars. The next steps for my classroom is to really extend the lesson to outside of my classroom to the outdoors. I want to start doing more labs outside where we can take a break from the indoors and experience field work.","fullyFundedDate":1775052924383,"projectUrl":"project/bug-autopsy-challenge/9984220/","projectTitle":"Bug Autopsy Challenge","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Northover","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10216383"},{"teacherId":2887712,"projectId":10390580,"letterContent":"The new resources have already made a meaningful impact in our high school ESL classroom. The bookshelves and light covers have helped us organize classroom materials and create a more welcoming learning environment. The folders, pencil cases, pencils, highlighters, and erasers ensure that every student has the tools they need to participate fully in class each day.\r\n\r\nMy students were excited and grateful when they saw the new materials arrive. Many immediately noticed how organized the classroom looked with the new bookshelves and light covers. Students were eager to help arrange supplies and classroom resources. Several students commented that having their own pencil cases and supplies made them feel more prepared for the school year.\r\n\r\nThe organizational tools and classroom supplies will continue to support students as they draft, revise, and present their work. As the school year progresses, these resources will help students build independence, stay organized, and participate confidently in collaborative activities, reading assignments, and writing projects. We are excited to see the growth they will achieve with the support of these materials and the generosity of our donors.","fullyFundedDate":1784945855808,"projectUrl":"project/furniture-and-supplies-for-student-succe/10390580/","projectTitle":"Furniture and Supplies for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Baillargeon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2887712_orig.jpg?crop=2136,2136,x0,y341&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769005371194","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2887712"},{"teacherId":2102546,"projectId":10177314,"letterContent":"The Pig autopsy was again a HIT! Thank you so much for all the support to supply us with the preserved pigs we needed to complete our simulated autopsy. So many students from around the school are saying they want to take Forensics Science next year in order to have this experience. My current students cannot stop talking about the simulated autopsy over a week later. What an incredible impact you all have made on my students , their science education and their future. They were laser focused during the dissection and so many student expressed being surprised by how much they enjoyed this experience. I also they they now have a much clearer idea about the procedures and the challenges that face pathologists. We cannot thank you enough.","fullyFundedDate":1779064532328,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-be-forensic-pathologists/10177314/","projectTitle":"Help Us Be Forensic Pathologists!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Velez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2102546_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1517968772470","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cvelez"},{"teacherId":2102546,"projectId":9766303,"letterContent":"Thank you for your contributions to the forensic science lab resources for my class. As the year comes to an end, I can honestly say your support has changed lives. SO many of my students want to study forensic science and I honestly believe it is because of all of the hands-on activities we were able to do with these resources. The Mastering Forensic Science kit from this project has been so comprehensive in providing resources for so many of our forensic science units. from dusting for fingerprints to analyzing soil samples the activities were endless. My students and I really appreciate your support.","fullyFundedDate":1761671987905,"projectUrl":"project/mastering-crime-scene-investigation/9766303/","projectTitle":"Mastering Crime Scene Investigation!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Velez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2102546_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1517968772470","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cvelez"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_44089","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1396,"numTeachers":97,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":23,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":64,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":3,"gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"14.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":38.7,"schoolId":44089,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Crosby High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Crosby High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/connecticut/waterbury-public-schools/crosby-high-school/44089"}