{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Evergreen High School","outOfStateSupporters":28.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8011052,"projectId":5991168,"letterContent":"Technology is helping my students learn because it finally matches the way they naturally think and create. Many of my students are hands‑on learners who thrive when they can design, build, and revise in real time. The tools allow them to move past the intimidation of blank pages and instead jump straight into visualizing ideas, testing concepts, and producing work that looks and feels professional. This has especially supported multilingual learners and students who typically need more scaffolding, giving them accessible entry points into complex tasks.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most about the new product is the sense of agency it gives them. They love that they can turn an idea into something polished within minutes, experiment with multiple versions, and see their choices reflected immediately. Schoolwork starts to feel less like an assignment and more like real‑world creation — the kind of work they see in marketing, design, and entrepreneurship. That shift in ownership has dramatically increased engagement, especially for students who don't always see themselves as \"academic.\"\r\n\r\nSeveral students have especially warmed to the technology, each for different reasons. Students who struggle with writing now have a way to express complex thinking without shutting down. Multilingual learners use the tools to clarify ideas and build confidence before sharing with peers. And students who usually disengage have become some of the most active participants, taking pride in producing high‑quality work and even stepping into leadership roles as they help classmates refine their projects. The technology doesn't replace their creativity — it unlocks it.","fullyFundedDate":1638304255523,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-community-service/5991168/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Community Service!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Escobar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8011052"},{"teacherId":10383530,"projectId":9957692,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution. I know that sweatpants seem like an odd request for a school nurse to make, but they change lives each time I offer them to a student in need. \r\n\r\nI recently had a student come to my clinic, embarrassed because she started her menstrual cycle and leaked through her pants. She was upset because she said she already tried calling home and no one could bring her a change of clothes. I told her I had underwear and sweatpants for this type of situation. She was so relieved and grateful. \r\n\r\nI had another student come because they slipped in the mud during a field trip. Not only were they grateful for a change of clothing, but they were excited because they really like the sweatpants. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity. It is a relief and joy to me that I can help make someone having a rough day a bit better. And it's all because of you!","fullyFundedDate":1772509737207,"projectUrl":"project/costume-change/9957692/","projectTitle":"Costume Change!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sarah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10383530"},{"teacherId":8632949,"projectId":9666526,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for buying us the sheep brains. We used them in dissection for understanding the parts of the brain and why they were important. We were able to connect it to human brains (which we obviously couldn't dissect). \r\n\r\nScience needs to be hands on. Without that we are not able to really interact and learn. You can only do so much with a simulation, diagram, or screenshot. Real life is a lot more complicated and I really appreciate you giving the opportunity for my students to have access to real materials and see how complicated real organs are. Thank you so much for giving my students this opportunity","fullyFundedDate":1761709052428,"projectUrl":"project/sheep-brains-for-learning-brain-anatomy/9666526/","projectTitle":"Sheep Brains for Learning Brain Anatomy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Agatsuma","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8632949_orig.jpg?crop=1944,1944,x0,y648&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661392748627","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8632949"},{"teacherId":8974117,"projectId":8143552,"letterContent":"I want to thank you for supporting my Modeling Our World with Mathematics class by providing measuring tools for our forestry unit. Your generosity gave my students the chance to step outside of traditional math lessons and connect their learning to the natural world. Even though the unit was shorter than we originally planned, the time we had with the tools was meaningful. Students were able to practice measuring trees, estimating heights, and thinking about how math applies to environmental studies. For many of them, this was the first time they had used professional tools in a hands‑on way, and it sparked curiosity about how math connects to science and careers beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your donation was clear in the way students responded. They were excited to get outside, to work in teams, and to apply formulas in real situations rather than just on paper. The tools made the experience feel authentic, and students commented on how different it felt to measure something real instead of just solving a problem in a book. Even though we had to wrap up earlier than expected, the activities we completed gave students a sense of accomplishment and showed them that math is not just abstract—it is practical and useful in understanding the world around them.\r\n\r\nI am grateful for the opportunity your support created. The measuring tools will continue to be part of our classroom resources, and I look forward to using them again in future units. Thank you for helping my students see math in action and for giving them experiences that make learning more engaging and memorable.","fullyFundedDate":1709094706435,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-forestry-trig/8143552/","projectTitle":"Tools for Forestry Trig","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kalu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8974117"},{"teacherId":8974117,"projectId":8146316,"letterContent":"I want to thank you for supporting my Bridge to College Math class with the donation of the card game Charty Party. Your generosity allowed me to bring something new and creative into the classroom, and while the game was not a daily centerpiece of instruction, it had a noticeable impact when used as an intermittent activity. For seniors in an urban Seattle high school, many of whom are preparing for graduation and the transition to college or careers, keeping motivation high can be a challenge. The game provided a refreshing break from traditional problem sets and lectures, and it gave students a chance to interact with charts and data in a playful, low‑pressure way.\r\n\r\nWhen we introduced Charty Party, students were curious and engaged. The humor built into the game helped lower stress levels, and the charts sparked conversations about how data can be interpreted in different ways. For a class where English is not the first language for many students, the visual nature of the charts made the activity more accessible. Students who might hesitate to speak up during a math lesson were more willing to participate when the context was a game. They laughed, debated, and explained their choices to one another, which strengthened both their confidence and their communication skills. While the game did not replace core instruction, it served as a valuable supplement that encouraged students to see math as something connected to real life and even fun.\r\n\r\nThe success of Charty Party was moderate, but meaningful. Some students embraced it fully, while others were more reserved. What stood out was how the game worked best as an occasional activity—something to break up longer units or to re‑energize the class before tackling more challenging material. In those moments, the game helped build community and reminded students that math is not only about formulas and tests, but also about interpretation, creativity, and perspective. Seniors who are often focused on graduation requirements appreciated the chance to interact with math in a different format, and several commented that the charts made them think about data in ways they hadn't before.","fullyFundedDate":1708626630646,"projectUrl":"project/game-to-help-students-read-graphs-critic/8146316/","projectTitle":"Game to Help Students Read Graphs Critically","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kalu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8974117"},{"teacherId":8974117,"projectId":7211267,"letterContent":"When I think about the difference your snack donations have made in my classroom, I see more than just food. I see energy, focus, and motivation. Many of my students come to school from homes where resources are limited, and hunger is a daily challenge. For 60% of them, English is not their first language, which makes learning even more demanding. Having snacks available during the day gives them the fuel they need to stay engaged and the reassurance that someone cares about their success. I've noticed that when students know they will have something to eat, they are more willing to participate in lessons, ask questions, and keep trying even when the material feels difficult. The snacks have become a bridge between meeting basic needs and unlocking academic effort.\r\n\r\nThe impact goes beyond academics. Snack time has created moments of community and inclusion. Students who might otherwise feel embarrassed about not having food are able to share in the same experience as their peers. This reduces stigma and builds confidence. I've seen students relax, laugh, and connect with one another during these breaks, which helps them return to class ready to learn. In a setting where poverty and language barriers can make school feel overwhelming, the consistency of snacks has given my students something reliable to count on. It shows them that their community supports them and believes in their future. Your donations have turned simple granola bars and fruit into symbols of care, encouragement, and possibility.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students are not only nourished but also motivated. They are more focused, more willing to take risks in learning, and more confident in their ability to succeed. Thank you for helping transform our classroom into a place of hope and opportunity.","fullyFundedDate":1679107530375,"projectUrl":"project/motivators-for-students-planning-their-f/7211267/","projectTitle":"Motivators for Students Planning Their Future","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kalu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8974117"},{"teacherId":8833832,"projectId":8987084,"letterContent":"On behalf of our staff and students, we want to extend our deepest appreciation for you generous support of our students store and positive reinforcement program. Your contributions have make a profound and measurable differences in the daily lives of our students, especially those who rely on consistent encouragement, structure and recognition to thrive both academically and socially. \r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our students store program saw a major success, including four seniors graduating this year. They are now out in the world as productive, successful young adults. 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