{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Gwynn Park High School","outOfStateSupporters":41.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8986248,"projectId":9334970,"letterContent":"I'm beyond excited about the impact these new tennis supplies will have on my students. Even though we haven't used the equipment yet, the energy and anticipation are incredible. For the first time, every player will have access to quality rackets, balls, and training gear—no more sharing worn-out equipment or sitting out during drills. These resources will completely change the way we practice, compete, and grow as a team.\r\n\r\nI'm planning an amazing season focused on skill-building, confidence, and teamwork. With this new equipment, I can run more effective drills, give individualized feedback, and help students see measurable progress in their game. We'll also be able to host mini-tournaments and family scrimmage days so the whole school community can share in our success.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, my players are gaining not only better tools but also a stronger sense of pride, belonging, and belief in themselves. This gift is helping us build something lasting—both on the court and in their lives.","fullyFundedDate":1749428999422,"projectUrl":"project/ace-the-summer-building-champions-throu/9334970/","projectTitle":"Ace the Summer: Building Champions Through Tennis Camp Training","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Olson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8986248_orig.jpg?crop=1362,1362,x0,y535&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716484609966","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ceolson"},{"teacherId":9209681,"projectId":9086069,"letterContent":"When the pens, pencils, 3-ring binders, and chalkboard paper arrived, my French students were thrilled! They immediately began labeling their new binders in French — les notes, le vocabulaire, la grammaire, and les devoirs. It gave them such pride to have real materials to organize their learning.\r\n\r\nThe binders have helped every student stay focused and prepared, especially during writing and vocabulary lessons. The chalkboard paper has become our \"mur français,\" a shared space for quick conjugation games, vocabulary races, and group brainstorming. Students love coming up to the board and seeing their work displayed in French.\r\n\r\nHaving these basic supplies has truly changed our daily routine — no more wasted time searching for pens or loose papers. Everyone can participate and take ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nNext, students will use their binders to prepare for our multi-genre French culture project, where they'll research and write about family, heritage, and francophone traditions.\r\n\r\nYour support made this possible — merci beaucoup for helping my students feel confident, organized, and proud to be learning French!","fullyFundedDate":1742582779560,"projectUrl":"project/mid-year-restock/9086069/","projectTitle":"Mid-year Restock","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. CHRISTENSEN","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9209681_orig.jpg?crop=809,809,x0,y213&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692638789577","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9209681"},{"teacherId":9690478,"projectId":9189740,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for providing ink for my printer. Your generous support has made it possible for me to continue preparing printed handouts for students who don't have regular access to computers or digital devices. In a time when so much relies on technology, it's important that we ensure every student has access to the materials they need to succeed—and your contribution has helped make that happen.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, I've been able to provide consistent, high-quality resources to my students without interruption. These handouts are not just paper—they're an essential part of how many of my students engage with lessons, complete assignments, and stay connected to their learning. Your thoughtfulness is deeply appreciated, and it's making a real difference in their educational experience.","fullyFundedDate":1745007420082,"projectUrl":"project/printing-with-ms-wahler/9189740/","projectTitle":"Printing With Ms. Wahler","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shania Wahler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9690478_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724457995320","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9690478"},{"teacherId":9696419,"projectId":8687609,"letterContent":"Half of the class (11) sanitized their stations according to State board regulations, the other half of the class did not clean the proper way. The students then turned off the classroom lights and began to inspect their stations with the blue light. They were able to see the difference in the bacteria that is left behind when the stations are not cleaned and sanitized properly. Students were amazed by the results and they now understood the importance of cleaning behind each client properly. Projects like this can help them understand what they are looking for when taking the State Board Exam.","fullyFundedDate":1724473517177,"projectUrl":"project/use-the-black-light-to-make-sure-its-ri/8687609/","projectTitle":"Use the Black Light to Make Sure it’s Right!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9696419"},{"teacherId":9728598,"projectId":8741172,"letterContent":"The supplies you helped fund played a crucial role in enhancing students' learning experiences. The math posters, often filled with vibrant colors and helpful formulas, serve as visual aids that reinforce mathematical concepts and help students remember important information. These visual tools create an interactive classroom environment where students can refer to them during lessons, enabling them to internalize lessons more effectively. I was to able to engage my students visually and encourage them to make connections between abstract concepts and real-world applications, fostering a deeper understanding of the material.\r\n\r\nCalculators have also been a vital tool in helping students tackle complex mathematical problems with greater ease and accuracy. By providing access to these devices, students can focus on higher-order thinking and problem-solving instead of spending excessive time on basic calculations. This support helps build confidence in students, particularly those who might struggle with mental math. With the financial assistance from donors, teachers are able to equip their classrooms with modern, user-friendly calculators, allowing students to engage with a broader range of mathematical topics without being hindered by the limitations of their own skills.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the availability of general classroom supplies, such as notebooks, poster paper, pens, and pens, ensures that all students are equipped with the necessary tools to succeed. These supplies create a well-organized and efficient learning environment, where students can focus on their studies without worrying about having the right materials. Donations of these essential items relieve financial burdens on students and parents. The generous contributions from donors not only improve the immediate learning experience but also contribute to the long-term academic success of students by promoting equity in education.","fullyFundedDate":1735653205893,"projectUrl":"project/mathematics-classroom-need-supplies/8741172/","projectTitle":"Mathematics Classroom Need Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Avery","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9728598_orig.jpg?crop=1821,1821,x463,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725710952158","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9728598"},{"teacherId":9209681,"projectId":8690223,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous funding of my classroom project. Thanks to your kindness, I was able to purchase essential first aid supplies, masks, and pencils—items that make a real difference in my students' daily learning experience.\r\n\r\nSeeing my students have access to these necessities fills me with joy and relief. The first aid supplies ensure that I can quickly and effectively care for minor injuries, keeping students safe and comfortable in our learning environment. The masks help promote health and well-being, allowing students to focus on their studies without worrying about illness. And the pencils—such a simple yet vital tool—empower my students to engage in their work with confidence, knowing they have the materials they need to succeed.\r\n\r\nYour support means more than words can express. It goes beyond just providing supplies; it shows my students that there are people who care about their education and well-being. That kind of encouragement is invaluable, and I know my students feel it too.\r\n\r\nThank you for being champions of education and for making such a positive impact on my classroom. Your generosity and kindness make a world of difference, and I am so grateful for all that you do.","fullyFundedDate":1724331092603,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials-shipment-2024-08-2/8690223/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials Shipment: 2024-08-22","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. CHRISTENSEN","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9209681_orig.jpg?crop=809,809,x0,y213&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692638789577","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9209681"},{"teacherId":8777137,"projectId":8585592,"letterContent":"When I told my students that we had a big surprise coming in they didn't anticipate what it could be. \r\n\r\nNo school? Chikfila? Gordon Ramsey?\r\n\r\nAs alluring as they all were it caught them by surprise to see the boxes rolling in.\r\nFirst came the blenders, then the maps, and finally the scales. With it all we plan to curate nutritious smoothies, homemade sauces and visuals for geographic identification.\r\n\r\nThe students so far have made Jerk Alfredo, Christmas cookies, French omelettes, Jalapeño Dip, Chocolate pudding and tropical punch.\r\n\r\nWe've got a few more months ahead of us but none of this would have been possible without generous donors like you. Thank you for believing in the school system and entrusting people like me to the development of our future leaders. It means the world and I take none of it for granted.","fullyFundedDate":1726703867515,"projectUrl":"project/expanding-the-global-palettes-through-cu/8585592/","projectTitle":"Expanding The Global Palettes Through Curiosity & Imagination!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Asa Barbour","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8777137_orig.png?crop=403,403,x399,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724240103093","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gphs130"},{"teacherId":8777137,"projectId":8827932,"letterContent":"In the beginning of the year, I walked into the classroom with a new vision. A vision to impart the depth of my curriculum to the entirety of the school. I knew what was needed, a comprehensive plan, engaged students, and resources. I can come up with a plan and I have been trained to engage students. The only thing I wasn't sure about was how to obtain resources with a dismal budget.\r\n\r\nThen a fellow teacher of introduced me to DonorsChoose and I gave it a shot. To my surprise between parents, family members community neighbors and DonorsChoose partners we were able to reach our goal! With these books, scales, & measurement guides my students can come to their food science class and do what they expected to do. Expand their curiosity with food experiments. We are extremely grateful and could not have done it without our loyal and generous community. Yes I'm talking about you!","fullyFundedDate":1727976924203,"projectUrl":"project/to-read-books-and-feed-cooks-thats-th/8827932/","projectTitle":"To Read Books and Feed Cooks - That’s the Mission!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Asa Barbour","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8777137_orig.png?crop=403,403,x399,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724240103093","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gphs130"},{"teacherId":9690478,"projectId":8693558,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to take a moment to extend my deepest gratitude for your incredibly generous donation to our classroom through DonorsChoose. Thanks to your support, we've been able to provide essential resources that will have a lasting impact on both my students and me.\r\n\r\nThe new desk chair has made a world of difference in creating a comfortable and productive workspace. It's not just a piece of furniture—it's a constant reminder of how much you care about fostering an environment where we can all thrive. With this new chair, I'm able to stay focused and energized, and it's made our classroom feel even more like a place of possibility.\r\n\r\nEqually exciting, the new printer has opened up so many new opportunities for us. Whether we're printing out student projects, creating learning materials, or working on creative assignments, the printer has made the process faster, smoother, and more efficient. It's already been put to great use, and I can see how much it has enhanced our classroom workflow.\r\n\r\nYour kindness goes beyond just providing physical resources—it's a reflection of your belief in the power of education and your investment in our future. You've made a tangible difference in the lives of my students, and we are incredibly grateful for that.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity. It means the world to us, and we are so fortunate to have your support. We promise to make the most of the resources you've given us, and we will continue working hard to create an environment where learning and growth can flourish.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt thanks,","fullyFundedDate":1724647023639,"projectUrl":"project/ms-wahlers-english-class/8693558/","projectTitle":"Ms. Wahler's English Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shania Wahler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9690478_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724457995320","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9690478"},{"teacherId":8958177,"projectId":8597998,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my project! The students will be able to use these materials in our upcoming mental health workshops. During these uncertain times with all the changes happening, it is wonderful that they will have a creative outlet to express themselves. They often do not have opportunities to engage in creative activities during the school days.\r\n\r\nWith these materials, my students will be able to create vision boards which help them to visualize their future goals. They will have the opportunity to have hands on time with clay and engage in a mindfulness activity to help them slow down and focus on the present moment. \r\n\r\nThese opportunities allow my students to actually put their phones down and focus their attention on an activity that benefits their mental wellness. Thank you for helping me provide an opportunity for our students to use art supplies and coping tools for their mental health.","fullyFundedDate":1723468145543,"projectUrl":"project/mindful-creations-art-activities-for-me/8597998/","projectTitle":"Mindful Creations: Art Activities for Mental & Emotional Wellness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sharma","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8958177_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1675965852510","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/priya-sharma"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_65007","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1147,"numTeachers":57,"percentFrplEligible":72,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":76,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":16,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"20.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":58.6,"schoolId":65007,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Gwynn Park High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Gwynn Park High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/maryland/prince-george-s-county-public-schools/gwynn-park-high-school/65007"}