{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Danbury High School - Main Campus","outOfStateSupporters":42.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9315043,"projectId":10008177,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project, \"Support Meaningful Math Learning.\" Your generosity has brought excitement, creativity, and more hands-on learning into our math classroom.\r\n\r\nMy students were excited to see the new colorful supplies and eager to start using them. We are using the colored paper, markers, scissors, and glue sticks for math projects, visual representations, and hands-on activities. These materials give students a creative way to show their mathematical thinking, work together, and make challenging concepts easier to understand.\r\n\r\nThe disinfecting supplies are also helping us keep our classroom and shared materials clean and ready for students to use each day.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, my students will continue using these resources for upcoming math projects, collaborative activities, and problem-solving tasks. I am excited to see them continue building their confidence and discovering new ways to connect creativity with mathematics.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and making these learning experiences possible. We truly appreciate your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1778280438717,"projectUrl":"project/multiply-the-impact-support-meaningful/10008177/","projectTitle":"Multiply the Impact: Support Meaningful Math Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marwah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9315043_orig.jpg?crop=739,739,x66,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754710339182","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9315043"},{"teacherId":10511427,"projectId":10289964,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for making my office such a warm and welcoming environment for each of the students. No child should feel ashamed when they ask for food or a snack, and it feels so rewarding to know they can come to me for support. \r\n\r\nGiving a student such a small snack and seeing their faces light up really makes my day. A large population of students in my school district are from low income families and just this little gesture in my office goes such a long way. \r\n\r\nI've given each one of my counselors in my office some of the snacks as well to keep in their office in case anyone wants to ask for food privately, but knowing they can come to ask someone in my office, makes me extremely happy. \r\n\r\nThank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1782780217522,"projectUrl":"project/nourishing-minds-for-learning/10289964/","projectTitle":"Nourishing Minds for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Eudene","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10511427"},{"teacherId":5287107,"projectId":9212582,"letterContent":"This project has already made a meaningful difference in our classroom! My students have been using the snacks to stay focused and energized during long class periods and hands-on production days. The on-camera monitors and adapters have been especially exciting for our video projects. Students can now see their framing and footage as they record, which helps them make adjustments, work more independently, and create more polished videos. They were genuinely excited to try the new equipment—it made them feel like they were working with professional filmmaking tools.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue using these resources as students create short news segments, interviews, and other digital media projects. They are learning how to plan, film, review, and edit their own work while developing confidence as young creators. Something as simple as having a snack when they are hungry or being able to clearly see what they are filming can make a tremendous difference. Thank you for helping make our classroom a place where students can feel supported, creative, and capable!","fullyFundedDate":1752231088206,"projectUrl":"project/sketch-it-out-fueling-creativity-in-com/9212582/","projectTitle":"Sketch It Out: Fueling Creativity In Communications","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ruscitti","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5287107_orig.jpg?crop=4016,4016,x0,y977&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661562235669","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/maria-ruscitti"},{"teacherId":8670425,"projectId":10011558,"letterContent":"Our students were thrilled when the snacks arrived! As soon as they saw the boxes of chips and candy, they were excited and grateful. Many of them immediately expressed their appreciation and couldn't wait to enjoy the treats. The snacks helped create a positive and welcoming classroom atmosphere, and students felt special knowing that caring donors had supported them.\r\n\r\nOne memorable moment was during a class activity when students were able to enjoy a snack while working collaboratively in small groups. The snacks helped keep students energized, focused, and engaged throughout the lesson. It was wonderful to see students working together, participating in discussions, and staying on task while enjoying a treat.\r\n\r\nThese resources continue to support our classroom by providing students with quick snacks during long school days, especially when they need an extra boost of energy to stay focused on learning. As we move forward with our current lessons and projects, students will continue using these snacks during study sessions, collaborative activities, and special classroom celebrations. Your generosity has helped create a supportive learning environment where students can concentrate on their work and feel cared for.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a meaningful difference in our classroom! Your kindness has brought smiles to our students and helped support their success every day.","fullyFundedDate":1778186062998,"projectUrl":"project/sustenance-for-semester-2/10011558/","projectTitle":"Sustenance for Semester 2","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Turowski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8670425_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707142281395","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8670425"},{"teacherId":5094725,"projectId":9974985,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contributions to our classroom. Your support has made a meaningful difference in the daily lives of our students. The snacks and supplies you have provided help create a welcoming and supportive learning environment where students can focus, participate, and stay engaged throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nBeyond helping meet academic needs, your donations have also allowed us to provide simple comforts and thoughtful extras that brighten students' days. Items such as hand lotion, snacks, and small treats like Hershey's Kisses help students feel cared for and valued. These seemingly small gestures can have a big impact on student morale, confidence, and overall well-being.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and myself, thank you for your kindness, generosity, and commitment to supporting education. Your contributions help ensure that our classroom is a place where students have the resources they need to succeed and feel supported every day. We are truly grateful for your partnership and encouragement.","fullyFundedDate":1772550477624,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-basics/9974985/","projectTitle":"Classroom Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gutis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5094725_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1644283641326","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5094725"},{"teacherId":6687974,"projectId":10018773,"letterContent":"The expression on their faces to be able to shop for \"snacks\" we normally do not have access to was priceless!\r\nWe always have nice healthy foods, but to have special treats like this is not the norm when you are food insecure! \r\nTo be able to fill your shopping bags with these surprises' brought a smile to all of our faces.\r\nWe want them to have some type of nourishment to help them stayed focus and concentrate on their daily schoolwork.\r\nWe will continue to feed them as they come to us. We never turn any student away! \r\nthank you, to each and every one of you who help to support our kids!","fullyFundedDate":1778425258653,"projectUrl":"project/empty-shelves/10018773/","projectTitle":"Empty Shelves","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cole","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6687974_orig.jpg?crop=600,600,x724,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565750920450","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6687974"},{"teacherId":4927651,"projectId":9917203,"letterContent":"My students would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous support and unwavering kindness. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our clothing classes and continues to inspire us every day. Because of donors like you, it provides valuable resources. Your compassion and commitment remind us that positive change for the Danbury High School community.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our cause and for standing beside us in our efforts to make an impact. Your contribution is more than a donation—it is an investment in brighter futures for my students. My students deeply appreciate your generosity from the bottom of our hearts.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nFamily and Consumer Science Educator at Danbury High School.","fullyFundedDate":1771196276333,"projectUrl":"project/fabulous-garments/9917203/","projectTitle":"Fabulous Garments","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. D'Auria","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4927651_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509313922629","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4927651"},{"teacherId":9293713,"projectId":10049009,"letterContent":"Your generosity has allowed students to begin work on submissions to a Connecticut High School film festival. This is a great way to put Danbury on the map as a digital media powerhouse. \r\nSome students have worked on their own software at home or on personal devices, and for others, they only have access to a school Chromebook that does not permit them to edit video. So for the class it is extremely helpful to have access to several functional iMacs in a mini computer lab of sorts that will allow them to edit their final projects.\r\nAmusing ideas abound as comedy seems to be the name of the game. I look forward to sharing more with you when their videos are finished. \r\nHave a fantastic conclusion to your spring semester.","fullyFundedDate":1769832090808,"projectUrl":"project/film-production-high-school-lab/10049009/","projectTitle":"Film Production High School Lab","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Schultz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9293713_orig.png?crop=613,614,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695500964690","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9293713"},{"teacherId":9491130,"projectId":9838241,"letterContent":"With your support and generosity, we have successfully advanced our mission of educating students and providing critical resources on mental health and substance misuse. Through our monthly Lunch and Learn events, we have created meaningful, engaging, and interactive opportunities that have led to increased student participation and engagement, while promoting essential awareness.\r\n\r\nYour contributions have enabled us to pair valuable resources with small incentive items that students can keep, enhancing their involvement and connection to the material. Each topic is thoughtfully selected to reflect the needs of our community, strengthen prevention efforts, expand access to information, reduce stigma, and ultimately foster a healthier school environment.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your support in making this initiative possible.","fullyFundedDate":1767301999876,"projectUrl":"project/lunch-and-learn-student-wellness-serie/9838241/","projectTitle":"“Lunch and Learn” Student Wellness Series!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Coelho","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9491130_orig.jpg?crop=336,336,x0,y6&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710355811570","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9491130"},{"teacherId":8962353,"projectId":9051088,"letterContent":"A Portrait of Dorian Grey has encouraged our students to become curious readers. The stack of books in our classroom have gained student curiosity and I have seen several students pick them up and look at them. We recently handed out the actual books and students were in awe of holding an actual book and not a print out of the book as we usually have. As seniors in high school at the end of their senior year, this may be the last paper book they hold and ever read in high school which makes it more significant. We introduced this unit by talking about the themes in the novel such as aestheticism and the halo effect, hedonism and romanticism to front load some prior knowledge of the book. The halo effect can be seen in our society and advertisements today and many students referred to this as \"pretty person privilege\". Meaning if someone is outwardly beautiful and we automatically think they are good, honest and pure. After all, you don't see ugly celebrities selling products. We also learned about aestheticism which is \"art for arts sake\" and that can be seen on the cover of the book and students have made connections to artificial intelligence images. In the book the painter does not want to display his portrait of Dorian because he states \"he put too much of himself into it\" The first few chapters had the students intrigued and curious. They cannot believe how selfish Lord Henry was and how Dorian is aloof to everything. The romanticism language and descriptive adjectives used by author Oscar Wilde is something our students are not used to reading especially in today's literature. Romanticism is the emphasis on nature and deep emotion. The themes in this book are relevant to today's society even though it was written in 1890! As we learn more about distancing our students from chromebooks and technology these books give us a great advantage. They are now getting the experience of reading a novel that has not been abridged or photocopied. It has also saved our precious time as educators so we don't have to make photocopies and waste paper as well. They get to hold a REAL BOOK and get that feeling of accomplishment as we progress through the pages and then finish the book and close it. We are a title one district half of our students are below the poverty line and most are struggling readers. These struggling readers are heading off to college next fall and with your generosity have now been given access to a substantial work of literature that not only provides them access to interesting stories, but encourages them to think about their place in society. The novel A Picture of Dorian Gray allows them this opportunity, you gave them this opportunity and we are sincerely so thankful and grateful for your support. As we progress through the book I am eager to see how they connect with the text even deeper. Our students are already captivated by the book and as it progressives and takes on a more gothic novel approach I know they will have trouble putting it down. We have an enthusiasm for teaching this more than we did last year because of the access they have to the actual book, thanks to you!!","fullyFundedDate":1746786097404,"projectUrl":"project/give-them-real-books/9051088/","projectTitle":"Give them REAL BOOKS!!!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Liguori","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8962353"},{"teacherId":10269760,"projectId":10031702,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my ESL 1 high school students through this project. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and I am truly grateful for your kindness. Because of your support, my students now have access to important materials that help them learn in a more comfortable, engaging, and supportive environment. The pencils, colored pencils, tissues, color paper, disinfecting wipes, and Pledge of Allegiance chart are already helping us build a classroom where students feel prepared, included, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nMy ESL 1 students are beginner English learners who are working hard every day to develop their reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Many of them are still adjusting to school in a new language, and simple classroom materials can have a very big impact on their confidence. The new graphite pencils have been especially helpful because students need pencils every day for note-taking, vocabulary practice, sentence writing, classwork, and assessments. Having a strong supply of pencils means students can begin their work right away without stress or delay. This helps our classroom run more smoothly and allows students to focus on learning instead of worrying about whether they have the materials they need.\r\n\r\nThe colored pencils and bright color paper have also brought excitement and creativity into our classroom. My students benefit from visual learning, and these materials help me create activities that are more accessible and engaging for beginner language learners. We use colored pencils and colorful paper for vocabulary projects, labeling activities, graphic organizers, posters, and personal response tasks. These kinds of hands-on activities are very important in an ESL classroom because they allow students to show understanding even when they are still developing their English. For example, students can draw, label, match, sort, and organize ideas using colors and visuals, which helps make learning more meaningful and less intimidating.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, they were very happy and excited. They especially noticed the colored pencils and bright paper right away because those materials made the classroom feel inviting and fun. They were eager to use them during activities, and I could see that these resources made them feel special and cared for. Even high school students appreciate having fresh, high-quality supplies, especially when those materials help them participate more fully in class. The students also understood that people they may never meet chose to support their learning, and that created a strong feeling of gratitude in our room.\r\n\r\nThe tissues and disinfecting wipes have also made an important difference in our classroom environment. These items help us maintain a clean, healthy, and comfortable learning space. In a busy classroom where students share materials and work closely together, it is very important to have supplies that support cleanliness and student well-being. The tissues are useful during everyday classroom moments, especially during cold and allergy season, and the disinfecting wipes help us keep shared surfaces clean. These items may seem simple, but they help create a classroom that feels safe, cared for, and ready for learning each day.\r\n\r\nThe Pledge of Allegiance chart is also a valuable addition to our classroom. Since my students are newcomer and beginner English learners, this chart gives them visual support and helps them follow along and better understand an important part of the school day. It also provides an opportunity to build language, pronunciation, and familiarity with school routines in a respectful and supportive way. Visual supports like this are very important for ESL students because they help reduce confusion and make the classroom environment more understandable.\r\n\r\nRight now, my students are working on lessons that focus on building basic vocabulary, writing simple sentences, participating in classroom discussions, and developing confidence in using English every day. These donated materials are helping them take part in those lessons with greater success. As we move forward, my students will continue using these resources for interactive projects, writing tasks, and visual learning activities that strengthen both language development and classroom participation.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and for believing in my students. Your support has done more than provide supplies. It has helped create a classroom where students feel supported, motivated, and ready to grow. My students and I truly appreciate your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1771677973126,"projectUrl":"project/every-student-deserves-the-basics/10031702/","projectTitle":"Every Student Deserves the Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tunali","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10269760_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y73&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769017255486","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10269760"},{"teacherId":10269760,"projectId":9731819,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my ESL 1 high school students. Your generous donation has made a real difference in our classroom. We are already using the pencils, erasers, markers, tissues, disinfecting wipes, and bandages every day. These materials help us create a classroom that is clean, safe, organized, and ready for learning. For many of my students, having the basic supplies they need helps them feel more comfortable and confident in class.\r\n\r\nMy students were very happy and excited when they saw the new materials. They were especially thankful for the pencils and dry erase markers because we use them often during vocabulary practice, writing activities, and partner work. The tissues, wipes, and bandages also help us take care of small everyday needs quickly, so students can stay focused on learning. These resources may seem simple, but they make a big impact on our daily routines and help our classroom run smoothly.\r\n\r\nRight now, my students are working on building their English skills through reading, writing, speaking, and classroom discussions. These supplies support them as they practice new vocabulary, complete written assignments, and participate in interactive lessons. Because of your kindness, my students have the tools they need to learn in a supportive and welcoming environment. Thank you again for investing in my students and helping them succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1768402917425,"projectUrl":"project/help-bright-futures-shine/9731819/","projectTitle":"Help Bright Futures Shine","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tunali","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10269760_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y73&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769017255486","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10269760"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_43442","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":3359,"numTeachers":200,"percentFrplEligible":74,"percentAsian":4,"percentBlack":6,"percentWhite":23,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":62,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":2,"gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"16.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":57.3,"schoolId":43442,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Danbury High School - Main Campus on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Danbury High School - Main Campus","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/connecticut/danbury-public-schools/danbury-high-school/43442"}