{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Eastern Senior High School","outOfStateSupporters":55.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10101070,"projectId":9516902,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generous support of DonorsChoose contributors, what began as an effort to create a student-led media outlet has grown into an exciting and impactful initiative at Eastern. The donated equipment and resources have helped transform our storytelling efforts into a featured component of our school yearbook while also supporting our transition away from traditional print-based communication.\r\nThis investment has laid the foundation for Ramble On, our upcoming student-run media platform named in honor of our school mascot, the Ramblers. Ramble On will serve as an informative news and media outlet, giving students hands-on experience in journalism, broadcasting, digital storytelling, and content creation while keeping our school community informed and engaged.\r\nThe success of this initiative has also helped us expand academic opportunities by supporting the launch of a new Mass Media course that will be offered during the upcoming school year. This course will provide students with industry-relevant skills and real-world experiences in multimedia production and communications.\r\nIn addition, we have established a collaborative partnership with the neighboring middle school located directly behind our campus. Through this partnership, students will work together to edit media content and distribute productions using the middle school's existing media platform and subscription services, creating a unique pathway for student learning and cross-school collaboration.\r\nWhat started as a donation to support student voices has evolved into a thriving media program that is preparing students for future careers while strengthening communication and community engagement across our schools.","fullyFundedDate":1764264616178,"projectUrl":"project/voices-unplugged-student-stories-throug/9516902/","projectTitle":"Voices Unplugged: Student Stories Through Podcasting","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Scarboro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10101070_orig.jpg?crop=895,895,x0,y17&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755787789349","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10101070"},{"teacherId":6737294,"projectId":10119457,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my classroom project for TeachersPayTeachers gift cards. I have been able to supply my Summer School classroom with resources that have made students' efforts to recover their World History credit easier. I found great resources that are designed to hook students' attention and give them chunked readings with questions. There are also videos embedded from which students have been learning. I am excited to use these same resources during the school year now that I know they are effective and that students can access the content using these resources. Thank you for supporting my classroom and my students!","fullyFundedDate":1777561187296,"projectUrl":"project/power-to-the-pupils-modernizing-governm/10119457/","projectTitle":"Power to the Pupils: Modernizing Government & History","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Keith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6737294_orig.png?crop=1445,1445,x46,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1703259115379","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mskeithronbrown"},{"teacherId":90550,"projectId":10211433,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing supplies for our prom. Because of your kindness, our students were able to create a truly special and memorable event.\r\n\r\nThe students worked incredibly hard building decorations and bringing their vision to life. Through this process, they not only earned community service hours, but also developed teamwork, creativity, and pride in their work. It was amazing to see their dedication and excitement as everything came together.\r\n\r\nOn the night of prom, all of that effort paid off. The seniors had a wonderful time and were so impressed with how beautiful everything looked. It was a celebration they will remember for years to come.\r\n\r\nYour support made all of this possible, and we are deeply grateful for your role in creating such a meaningful experience for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1778083068141,"projectUrl":"project/steam-goes-to-prom/10211433/","projectTitle":"STEAM Goes to Prom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Millner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp90550_orig.jpg?crop=892,892,x529,y90&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683653213921","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/90550"},{"teacherId":90550,"projectId":10211154,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing basic supplies to help keep our classroom clean, organized, and welcoming—and for ensuring our students have snacks when they need them.\r\n\r\nYour kindness makes a difference every single day. With your help, our classroom has become a space where students can focus, feel comfortable, and take pride in their learning environment. Having access to essential supplies keeps things running smoothly and allows us to spend more time on learning and less time worrying about what we may be missing.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the snacks you've provided offer much-needed support for students who may come to class hungry. Something as simple as a snack can improve focus, boost energy, and help students fully engage in their work.\r\n\r\nYour generosity shows our students that they are cared for and supported, both academically and personally. We are truly grateful for your compassion and commitment to helping our classroom thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1777983760623,"projectUrl":"project/basic-project-and-space-supplies/10211154/","projectTitle":"Basic Project and Space Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Millner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp90550_orig.jpg?crop=892,892,x529,y90&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683653213921","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/90550"},{"teacherId":90550,"projectId":9837170,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in providing materials for our students to learn about the Constitution in their history classes. Your contribution is making a meaningful difference in how our students engage with this essential part of our nation's history.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, students have access to hands-on resources that bring the Constitution to life. These materials help them explore its principles, understand its importance, and connect its ideas to the world around them. Through interactive activities and thoughtful discussions, they are developing a deeper appreciation for their rights and responsibilities as citizens.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping to create a more engaging and impactful learning experience—one that encourages critical thinking, curiosity, and informed participation in our democracy.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your support and for investing in our students' understanding of history and civic responsibility.","fullyFundedDate":1765983158875,"projectUrl":"project/a-constitutional-journey/9837170/","projectTitle":"A Constitutional Journey","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Millner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp90550_orig.jpg?crop=892,892,x529,y90&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683653213921","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/90550"},{"teacherId":90550,"projectId":9289907,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our project to provide supplies for creative presentations in our history classes. Your contribution is helping bring history to life for our students in exciting and meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our students have access to materials that allow them to go beyond traditional assignments and engage deeply with historical content. From building models and designing visual displays to creating multimedia projects, these hands-on experiences encourage creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking.\r\n\r\nYour generosity empowers students to express their understanding in unique ways, making their learning more memorable and impactful. It also helps build confidence as they share their ideas and perspectives with their peers.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your commitment to enriching our classrooms and inspiring our students to connect with history in dynamic ways. Thank you for helping make learning more engaging, creative, and meaningful.","fullyFundedDate":1754836975279,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-ideas-to-life/9289907/","projectTitle":"Bringing Ideas to Life","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Millner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp90550_orig.jpg?crop=892,892,x529,y90&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683653213921","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/90550"},{"teacherId":90550,"projectId":9268340,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students and school community, thank you for your generous support in helping us provide books for our high school students. Your contribution has made a meaningful difference, and we are deeply grateful.\r\nAccess to engaging, high-quality books opens doors for our students—strengthening literacy, sparking curiosity, and encouraging a lifelong love of learning. Because of you, more students now have the resources they need to explore new ideas, develop critical thinking skills, and see themselves reflected in the stories they read.\r\nYour generosity is more than a donation—it is an investment in our students' confidence, growth, and future success. We are proud to partner with you in creating opportunities that will have a lasting impact.\r\nThank you again for believing in our students and supporting their journey.\r\nWith sincere appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1755125766060,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-brains/9268340/","projectTitle":"Books for Brains","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Millner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp90550_orig.jpg?crop=892,892,x529,y90&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683653213921","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/90550"},{"teacherId":9715388,"projectId":9977645,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous bowling donations and snacks for our IB PE students. Your kindness created a fun, engaging, and memorable experience that allowed students to build teamwork, sportsmanship, and confidence outside of the classroom.\r\n\r\nThe snacks and support helped students feel appreciated and motivated while participating in our bowling activities. Many students expressed excitement and gratitude for the opportunity, and the experience strengthened positive relationships among peers while encouraging active participation.\r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your generosity and continued support of our students. Your contribution made a meaningful impact and helped create lasting memories for our IB program.","fullyFundedDate":1770128041360,"projectUrl":"project/essential-pe-items/9977645/","projectTitle":"Essential PE Items","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. James","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9715388"},{"teacherId":6737294,"projectId":10153905,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting this project for items for my 12th grade US Government classes. We need these supplies so badly and I am grateful that you took the time and were generous enough to support us. My students are an incredible group of scholars, scholar-athletes, musicians, and all-around wonderful kids. They deserve so much and I try hard to give them what they need to be successful without barriers. I appreciate you for seeing the vision and sharing my desire to help make my students' path to success an easier one.","fullyFundedDate":1777063301741,"projectUrl":"project/charging-toward-civic-excellence/10153905/","projectTitle":"Charging Toward Civic Excellence","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Keith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6737294_orig.png?crop=1445,1445,x46,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1703259115379","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mskeithronbrown"},{"teacherId":6737294,"projectId":9976748,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my 12th-grade students are now equipped to start the next school year with the essential tools they will need to transition from high school seniors to informed, active citizens. By providing a steady supply of copy paper, you have allowed my students to step away from the distractions of digital screens and engage in \"deep reading.\" They are now able to physically annotate primary source documents and complex legislative texts, a practice that has noticeably sharpened their critical thinking and boosted their retention of the fundamental principles of our government.\r\n\r\nThe organizational materials, including notebooks, file folders, and colored paper, will also transform our classroom culture. My students will no longer just complete assignments; they will build personal archives of their academic journeys. The use of colored paper for progress reports is going to be a game-changer, providing a clear visual cue that helps students take immediate ownership of their growth. This system will significantly reduce senior-year anxiety by giving the students a tangible, organized way to manage their workload and prepare for the demands of college and professional life.\r\n\r\nFinally, the chart paper will turn our classroom walls into a \"living\" resource. We can use it to map out historical timelines and brainstorm policy solutions, making collaborative debate more visual and inclusive. These \"bare necessities\" have removed the stress of limited resources, and will allow my students to focus entirely on their intellectual development. Your support has truly provided the foundation for a more rigorous, organized, and interactive learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1777059338702,"projectUrl":"project/paper-our-progress-fueling-a-year-of-le/9976748/","projectTitle":"Paper Our Progress: Fueling a Year of Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Keith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6737294_orig.png?crop=1445,1445,x46,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1703259115379","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mskeithronbrown"},{"teacherId":6737294,"projectId":9976752,"letterContent":"The impact of your generosity is felt the moment my seniors walk through the door. By providing essential \"nuts and bolts\" like pre-sharpened pencils, pens, and highlighters, you have removed the quiet barriers that often stall a student's momentum. My 12th graders can now dive straight into annotating the Constitution and debating complex policies without the interruption or anxiety of missing supplies. This project has created a classroom where every student, regardless of their personal resources, is fully equipped to capture their ideas and engage with the high-level historical analysis required for their success.\r\n\r\nBeyond the basics, the interactive tools like dry-erase boards and markers have transformed our daily lessons into a truly collaborative space. Students are now mapping out government structures and brainstorming arguments in real-time, turning abstract concepts into visible, shared learning. Even the simple addition of band-aids has strengthened our classroom community, allowing us to handle minor distractions quickly so the focus remains on our academic goals. Thank you for investing in these future leaders and ensuring they have the reliable tools they need to excel during this pivotal senior year.","fullyFundedDate":1777052859254,"projectUrl":"project/equipped-for-excellence-essential-tool/9976752/","projectTitle":"Equipped for Excellence: Essential Tools for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Keith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6737294_orig.png?crop=1445,1445,x46,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1703259115379","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mskeithronbrown"},{"teacherId":9587329,"projectId":9904963,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your gracious donation to this project. My students were thrilled when they saw the granola bars. One particular student took it upon herself to check on the status of my snack supply each class. She beamed when I showed her my re-upped stash, which in turn brought me joy. \r\n\r\nStudents have also expressed gratitude for the re-upped pencil supply and pencil sharpener. They go through pencils faster than I ever would have imagined, sometimes wasting class time trying to secure a pencil when my supply is low. Having a full pencil drawer has eliminated that problem. The pencil sharpener has gotten many compliments too!","fullyFundedDate":1769298655064,"projectUrl":"project/the-hungry-hungry-students/9904963/","projectTitle":"The Hungry Hungry Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. J","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9587329_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y806&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753221299714","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jamied"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_24058","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":978,"numTeachers":61,"percentFrplEligible":57,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":88,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":6,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":1,"gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"16.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":45.0,"schoolId":24058,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Eastern Senior High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Eastern Senior High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/district-of-columbia/dc-public-schools/eastern-senior-high-school/24058"}