{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Fort Collins High School","outOfStateSupporters":25.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9237187,"projectId":9518211,"letterContent":"When my high school students walked into the classroom and saw all the new materials, their reactions were priceless. The Picasso Painted Dots Rug quickly became a favorite spot for class discussions, small group collaboration, and reflection activities. It's created a comfortable, welcoming space where students feel relaxed and ready to engage in meaningful conversations.\r\n\r\nThe new organization tools like the rolling storage cart, file boxes, bookshelf, and supply caddies have completely changed how smoothly our class runs. Students know exactly where to find materials for projects, presentations, and labs, which saves time and keeps things running efficiently. They've really taken pride in keeping the classroom organized and professional, and it's helping them build real-world habits they'll use beyond high school.\r\n\r\nDuring our recent Personal Power and Success unit, students used the journals, pressed flower stickers, and bulletin board supplies to design personal vision pages that reflect their values, goals, and motivation. Their finished projects are now displayed around the room, making the space feel bright, creative, and truly theirs.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for making this transformation possible. Your support didn't just improve how our classroom looks—it changed how my students learn, collaborate, and see themselves as capable, creative individuals.","fullyFundedDate":1755521985567,"projectUrl":"project/a-space-to-feel-safe-and-shine/9518211/","projectTitle":"A Space to Feel Safe and Shine","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hughes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9237187"},{"teacherId":9355327,"projectId":9143889,"letterContent":"Thank you donors! I get ridiculously excited when new books come to our library. It is especially lovely when they were purchased for us by caring humans. \r\n\r\nI would love to say that the money we don't have to spend on these books will go to something great for the library, but honestly it will probably go to something like copy paper or charger cords. New books are not a priority, especially new fun books that are just bought for the love of reading.\r\n\r\nI am so appreciative of our new graphic novel selection, it really has help to refresh our collection this school year.","fullyFundedDate":1746489712911,"projectUrl":"project/graphic-novels-for-every-reader/9143889/","projectTitle":"Graphic Novels for Every Reader","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cryan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9355327_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1701816341078","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9355327"},{"teacherId":9826245,"projectId":9054373,"letterContent":"I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous donation of spiral notebooks and pencils for my freshmen Pre Algebra students. Your gift may seem simple on the surface, but its impact has been truly transformative in our classroom.\r\n\r\nIn today's world, something as basic as a notebook can often be taken for granted. Yet for many of my students, this is not the case. Before your support, several of them struggled to keep their notes organized because they lacked consistent materials. Some used scraps of paper, others tried to share with classmates, and a few went without entirely. This created barriers that went beyond organization.\r\n\r\nYour donation changed that. Students without a spiral notebook and or a pencil, were given one immediately. Every student, regardless of their circumstances, could now open a notebook, turn to a new page, and fully engage in the lesson. This provided the opportunity for students to take ownership of their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1744032892450,"projectUrl":"project/organized-notes-lead-to-success-in-math/9054373/","projectTitle":"Organized Notes Lead to Success in Math!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bruxvoort","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9826245"},{"teacherId":9259027,"projectId":9236831,"letterContent":"Thank you for making a difference in the lives of my students! Through your generous giving, you have helped to reach readers who did not know they could enjoy reading so much!\r\nYou helped to make this possible! Often, students talk about how good these books are and how they wanted to read them. This is new for them! They may not realize they are building reading skills as they simply enjoy the story! Thank you for that!\r\nYou have also made it possible for them to have more choices when they select graphic novels texts in our class! Students find themselves devouring texts and wanting another one to read! You gave them more choices! YOU are a major part of developing their passion for books!","fullyFundedDate":1744261654127,"projectUrl":"project/graphic-novels-promote-reading-and-read/9236831/","projectTitle":"Graphic Novels Promote Reading and “Reading” Skill Development!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Barnett-Cooper","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9259027"},{"teacherId":9792184,"projectId":9087638,"letterContent":"When I found out the project was fully funded before the semester even began, I was thrilled to be able to tell the students that our Science class would have a special activity that was particular to just us because they are new in the area. In the beginning of the semester, I happily announced our plans and told them that grants and donations made it possible for us to offer this and the special gifts at no cost for the students. In the weeks before our trip to the mountains, the donations started to arrive. The students would see me carrying or wheeling boxes to my office and ask me what I had in store for our field trip day. I had told them that we had some surprises for the students who decided to join us, but I had not told them all the specifics. Their curiosity for the items and for the experience was visible in their questions and their smiles. \r\n\r\nOur excursion to the mountains was the perfect experience in the middle of the Spring semester. Luckily, we happened to have amazing weather, and everyone was happy to have some fresh air. Before heading to the mountains, the students had a lot of questions about what we would do and see. We spent weeks learning about the 7 principals of Leave No Trace, and we had already learned about animals that are native to Colorado. Thus, when we were ready to go, we heard comments from the students about wanting to hike to the top of the mountain or touch the water in the reservoir for the first time since they arrived here- clearly, this was going to be an exciting new experience for them. With the money from the donors at Donor's Choose, we were able to provide every student with a small pack filled with items that are essential to safety and wellness in the Colorado outdoors. During the bus ride to the mountains, we heard teens talking about their previous experiences or non-experiences in hiking and camping, and we saw them digging through their backpacks to see all the items that they had received; sometimes even exchanging the color of their water bottle and chapstick tubes. While on the trip, we had them take notes about the different animals and rocks that they learned about from the volunteer guides who helped us there. As chaperones, we were all pleasantly surprised at how well and willingly the students engaged with the elderly tour guide volunteers and really showed respect for their knowledge by asking inquiring questions and listening closely to try to understand. \r\n\r\nAfter the guided tour, the students were already discussing and planning wishfully for their next visit. Some asked to use the last few minutes to run up to the crest and gaze upon the reservoir one more time. We all returned to school that afternoon with smiles on our faces and a sense of wonder at the natural beauty that we live so near to. We have some ideas of how to make this experience better and more impactful this coming Spring 2026, and we hope that Donors will help us make this special for students again!","fullyFundedDate":1740239824904,"projectUrl":"project/lets-show-them-the-beauty-of-their-new/9087638/","projectTitle":"Let's Show Them the Beauty of Their New Home","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Thorson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9792184"},{"teacherId":9259027,"projectId":9137476,"letterContent":"Thank you for making a difference in the lives of my students! You have helped to stimulate interest in reading through your generous giving. \r\nEven more, students develop a love for reading. They are motivated! Because these graphic novels are so engaging, students want to read them. The result? Students SEE THEMSELVES AS READERS, and they want to read even more texts!\r\nYou helped to make this possible! Often, classic texts are viewed as inaccessible, but you have changed that stereotype! I hear students talk about how well they understand the texts! Thank you for that!","fullyFundedDate":1744219610993,"projectUrl":"project/help-reluctant-readers-with-reading-clas/9137476/","projectTitle":"Help Reluctant Readers With Reading Classic Literature Through Graphic Novels!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Barnett-Cooper","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9259027"},{"teacherId":9241893,"projectId":8600652,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generosity of our donors, my students and I have been making the most of our new resources in the woodshop classroom. The new tape measures have been a game changer—each student now has their own, which means no more sharing broken ones or waiting for a turn. We begin the quarter learning how to accurately measure, and by the end, students are applying those skills to real-world projects. One of the most exciting projects is the stair build, where students use a framing square and 2x12s to construct three stair stringers. It's a challenging task with a lot of math involved, but seeing the actual stairs come together after solving the math problems gives students a huge sense of accomplishment and pride.\r\nWe've also been using the trim router for several smaller projects like cutting boards and other small furniture. The ease of adjusting the router and swapping bits has not only made the process smoother but has noticeably improved the quality of the final products. When students first saw the new tools, they were thrilled—especially knowing they wouldn't have to share broken tape measures anymore. It's made class more efficient and ensures that every student gets hands-on practice. Looking ahead, students in my intro to construction course will continue learning a wide range of skills. Over 8-10 weeks, they'll build model houses, personal stools, mini and full-sized walls, stairs, planter boxes, tables, benches, chairs and pour concrete. Each student also earns an OSHA-10 certification. This year alone, we had about 125 students complete the course—and next year, we're already signed up for over 200! Thanks to these new tools, we're better equipped than ever to give students the skills and confidence they need to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1733233961838,"projectUrl":"project/carpentry-skills/8600652/","projectTitle":"Carpentry Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kruglet","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9241893"},{"teacherId":9245602,"projectId":8852346,"letterContent":"On behalf of me, my peers, and our Choir Leadership Team, I wanted to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous donation of the board games. Your support has truly made a visible difference in our classroom and we are so grateful.\r\nNot only have we had so much fun with the games, we have also been using them to build stronger relationships and strengthen our sense of community. We've enjoyed playing them together, and it's been amazing to see how these moments of fun are also fostering teamwork, communication, and collaboration. It's a unique way to bond outside of typical classroom activities, and it's making a noticeable difference in how we all connect.\r\nThe reaction from the students has been incredible—especially when we saw the Anomia Party Pack!!! A fan favorite in our classroom. It has been so cool to watch students that don't typically interact playing this game together, and having the BEST time!\r\nLooking ahead, our choir leadership team is continuing to work hard to create an environment of connection, trust, and responsibility. The board games have been a fabulous starting point for building those bonds, and we can already see the positive impact they're having on the relationships between students. As we move forward, we'll be integrating even more collaborative activities that encourage teamwork, leadership, and creativity, which will further enrich our choir and classroom experiences.\r\nOnce again, thank you for your kindness and generosity. It means the world to us, and we're so grateful to have you as a part of our journey!!","fullyFundedDate":1728158761566,"projectUrl":"project/family-bonding-in-choir/8852346/","projectTitle":"Family Bonding in Choir!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Perron","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9245602_orig.jpg?crop=636,637,x0,y8&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693504647757","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9245602"},{"teacherId":9249539,"projectId":8861230,"letterContent":"With these resources we are able to incorporate a daily dose of games and sketches and exercises and fun that loosen up our students, build community, and strengthen our mental reserves. Watching students play and smile and laugh is the key to doing what we love: helping students to be the strongest, most resilient emotional beings possible - leading with kindness, joy, love, and happiness. Thank you for affording this opportunity that would have otherwise gone undone - we couldn't be more grateful for the help and support!","fullyFundedDate":1728270515581,"projectUrl":"project/improv-games-laughter-better-mental/8861230/","projectTitle":"Improv Games + Laughter = Better Mental Health!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Tyler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9249539"},{"teacherId":9297126,"projectId":8798574,"letterContent":"I want to express my deepest gratitude for your generous contribution to my classroom project. Thanks to your support, my students had the chance to make truly impactful projects and presentations. \r\n\r\nSince we received the new materials, my students have been incredibly excited to dive into their learning. For instance, during our recent field trip and learning exhibition at a local university, my high-school students used these specific materials to create \"vision board\" poster presentations outlining their goals, hopes, and dreams for their future. Nearly all of my students will be first-generation college students, and the look of excitement and pride on their faces using these resources was priceless—they truly could not have made such beautiful presentations without the help of this donation. It has not only enhanced their engagement but also helped them take ownership of their learning in lasting ways. \r\n\r\nYour contribution has helped set the stage for even more meaningful learning experiences, and I'm eager to see the growth in my students as they move forward with these new tools.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your kindness and investment in my students' education. You've truly made a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1727371313925,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-mental-health-and-well-being/8798574/","projectTitle":"Tools for Mental Health and Well Being","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rojas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9297126"},{"teacherId":8072900,"projectId":8678140,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous support of our students' well-being. Your donation has helped my class to supply card games, board games, coloring books and word searches, along with pens and other items to help students engage in interaction with their classmates and to also help support their mental health. These items will make a real difference in their lives.\r\n\r\nThese fun and engaging activities will not only provide opportunities for our students to connect with each other and build friendships, but they will also help them to relax, de-stress, and simply enjoy themselves. We know that these resources will be cherished by our students and will contribute to a more positive and supportive school environment. Thank you for your compassion and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1724242350489,"projectUrl":"project/mental-health/8678140/","projectTitle":"Mental Health","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Coles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8072900"},{"teacherId":9232432,"projectId":8677874,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating supplies and resources to my classroom and to my kids! Brand new markers, glue, and other materials have allowed students to better be able to express their learning in fun and creative ways. Not having to worry about the quality of materials and my students ability to access them has opened the door for me to be able to engage my students in their learning in brand new ways. It has allowed me to really lean into project-based learning and let kids demonstrate their learning in ways that they are unique and different. \r\n\r\nAdditionally, the games that were purchased with this donation have allowed students to more effectively and authentically build relationships with their peers and create a more inclusive and supportive classroom culture. Instead of student defaulting to staring at their phones and dissociating every chance they get, they have started to engage with each other by playing games like uno and cards. This has dramatically increased the climate and culture in my room and made students feel that they are welcome and accepted by their peers. \r\n\r\nThe opportunities that Donors Choose has provided myself and my students has been invaluable in creating better opportunities for my students and dramatically increasing their learning and experience in school. 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