{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"High School of Economics & Finance","outOfStateSupporters":38.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":26460,"projectId":9862093,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing copies of The Great Gatsby for my juniors! \r\n\r\nBecause each student had their own book, they were able to actively engage with the text in a way that wouldn't have been possible otherwise. They annotated vocabulary, unpacked Fitzgerald's language, and built a deeper understanding of the novel as they read. It gave them a sense of ownership over their learning that I could see every day.\r\n\r\nOne of the highlights was when students acted out the Plaza Hotel scene last week. They fully leaned into the tension between Gatsby, Tom, and Daisy, and it brought the conflict to life in a way that was both exciting and meaningful. Having the text in their hands allowed them to closely study the dialogue and perform it with confidence and insight.\r\n\r\nYour support helped turn this unit into something memorable and engaging for my students. Thank you for investing in their learning and helping them connect with literature in a powerful way.","fullyFundedDate":1762456301226,"projectUrl":"project/its-that-great-copies-of-gatsby-need/9862093/","projectTitle":"It's That 'Great': Copies of Gatsby Needed","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gionti","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp26460_orig.jpg?crop=2217,2217,x302,y272&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663797539387","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msgionti"},{"teacherId":5919009,"projectId":10071295,"letterContent":"This project, generously funded by the Allstate Foundation, has had a meaningful and lasting impact on our school community by creating opportunities for students to connect, unwind, and support one another beyond the pressures of academics. In a time when many high school students experience elevated stress and limited social connection, these student-led karaoke events have provided a joyful and inclusive space where every voice is welcomed and valued.\r\n\r\nThrough planning and leading these events, students have taken on active roles as community builders—demonstrating leadership, empathy, and a commitment to kindness. The karaoke equipment, including microphones and a projector for shared lyrics, has made participation accessible and engaging for all students, whether performing solo or with friends. These moments of shared vulnerability and celebration have helped foster confidence, collaboration, and mutual encouragement.\r\n\r\nThe addition of lighting and refreshments transformed ordinary school spaces into vibrant, welcoming environments that encouraged attendance and sustained participation. Recognizing students with gold medals for bravery, kindness, and encouragement reinforced a culture where effort, positivity, and support for others are celebrated above performance.\r\n\r\nOverall, this project has strengthened school-wide connections, reduced stress, and cultivated a more inclusive and compassionate atmosphere. By empowering students to lead with kindness and creativity, the impact of these events will continue to resonate, contributing to a school culture where every student feels a sense of belonging for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1770305263117,"projectUrl":"project/voices-together-building-school-communi/10071295/","projectTitle":"Voices Together: Building School Community Through Music","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Menchini","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5919009"},{"teacherId":9727254,"projectId":10068765,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping fund our \"Food for Thought\" project. Our students are already showing how much this support means — they arrive more ready to learn, participate more fully in lessons, and are noticeably more focused during challenging Algebra 1 work. Having healthy snacks available removes a barrier to learning for many of our young people and creates a kinder, more equitable classroom environment.\r\n\r\nYour generosity directly impacts their ability to engage, build confidence, and collaborate with classmates. We are truly grateful for your support and for believing in our students' potential.","fullyFundedDate":1772550281239,"projectUrl":"project/food-for-thought/10068765/","projectTitle":"Food for Thought","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ericksen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9727254_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740607398372","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9727254"},{"teacherId":26460,"projectId":9971046,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and making our Lunar New Year celebration such a meaningful experience for my students. Because of your generosity, students were able to explore the art of Chinese calligraphy and gain a deeper appreciation for its beauty, precision, and cultural significance.\r\n\r\nStudents were fully engaged as they practiced brush strokes and created their own characters, taking pride in both the process and their final pieces. For many, this was their first time experiencing calligraphy, and it sparked curiosity about language, tradition, and artistic expression in a new way.\r\n\r\nThe addition of tea made the experience even more special. As students sipped tea together, the classroom felt calm and reflective, allowing them to slow down and truly connect with the cultural traditions we were learning about. It became more than just a lesson. It was an immersive experience that students will remember.\r\n\r\nYour support helped bring this learning to life in a way that a textbook never could. Thank you for giving my students the opportunity to engage, create, and experience something new.","fullyFundedDate":1766954312420,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-lunar-new-year-through-art-te/9971046/","projectTitle":"Exploring Lunar New Year Through Art, Tea, and Tradition","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gionti","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp26460_orig.jpg?crop=2217,2217,x302,y272&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663797539387","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msgionti"},{"teacherId":26460,"projectId":9934429,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping us get copies of Othello. Because of your generosity, my seniors were able to have their own texts in hand, annotate directly, and fully engage with the play in a way that just would not have been possible otherwise.\r\n\r\nOur classroom quickly came alive with discussion. Students were especially drawn to the drama of the play and the tension that builds in each scene. One of the biggest highlights was watching them wrestle with Iago's character. They kept asking, \"Why does he do this?\" and debated whether his motives are jealousy, ambition, or something even darker. Those conversations pushed them to think critically, support their ideas with evidence, and really dig into Shakespeare's language.\r\n\r\nHaving their own copies also gave students a sense of ownership over their learning. They were marking up key lines, tracking character changes, and making connections that led to some thoughtful and insightful discussions.\r\n\r\nYour support made all of this possible. Thank you for investing in my students and helping bring literature to life in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1767237250787,"projectUrl":"project/digging-into-shakespeare-copies-of-othe/9934429/","projectTitle":"Digging into Shakespeare: Copies of Othello Needed","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gionti","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp26460_orig.jpg?crop=2217,2217,x302,y272&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663797539387","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msgionti"},{"teacherId":9727254,"projectId":9965546,"letterContent":"I want to express our heartfelt thanks for the microphones and sound equipment you donated to our school. Your generous support has had a wonderful impact: students now joyfully sing their hearts out at karaoke nights and musical performances, and these events have brought our student community closer together.\r\n\r\nBecause of your gift, after-school programs run more smoothly and students have the confidence and tools they need to perform. Seeing them so happy and free to share their voices — no more sad songs — has been truly moving.\r\n\r\nThank you for making these experiences possible and for supporting our students' creativity and community spirit.","fullyFundedDate":1770818454672,"projectUrl":"project/no-more-sad-songs/9965546/","projectTitle":"No More Sad Songs!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ericksen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9727254_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740607398372","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9727254"},{"teacherId":9727254,"projectId":9814601,"letterContent":"Our students loved participating in the Kindness Crafts event. They enjoyed painting canvases together and sharing kind messages throughout the school. The event brought our community closer and filled the school with joy as students celebrated kindness and one another through their artwork.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for the supplies you donated—your support was the reason this event could take place. Thank you for helping us create a meaningful experience for our students and for spreading kindness across our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1762873499905,"projectUrl":"project/kindness-crafts/9814601/","projectTitle":"Kindness Crafts!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ericksen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9727254_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740607398372","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9727254"},{"teacherId":9727254,"projectId":10068761,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our Women's Day card- and bracelet-making activities. Our students loved participating — creating cards and bracelets brought the school community together and gave everyone a joyful way to celebrate the women in our lives. Your donated supplies made the event possible, and we are deeply grateful for your kindness. Although some of the donated items have not yet arrived, we plan to recreate this event next year using all the donated materials and make it even bigger and better. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1772233330365,"projectUrl":"project/community-crafts-for-international-women/10068761/","projectTitle":"Community Crafts for International Women's Month!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ericksen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9727254_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740607398372","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9727254"},{"teacherId":6771808,"projectId":9831803,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing copies of Born a Crime in both Chinese and Spanish for my classroom. This project has made a truly meaningful difference for my multilingual students by giving them access to a rich, complex text in a language they feel confident reading.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading is an active and engaging process. Students aren't just reading quietly—they are annotating, discussing, questioning, and making connections as they go. With these new texts, we've been able to focus on important literacy skills like identifying central ideas, analyzing character development, building vocabulary, and making personal and cultural connections to the text. Having access to the novel in their home languages allows students to fully grasp these concepts, rather than feeling limited by language barriers.\r\n\r\nOne of the most powerful changes has been in student confidence and participation. Students who are typically quieter or hesitant to share have been more willing to speak up during discussions because they understand the text more deeply. I've seen students pause to compare passages across languages, use their books to support their ideas, and even help one another clarify meaning. A few students in particular have taken such pride in reading and discussing the story in their home language—it's been incredibly rewarding to watch them step into leadership roles in our classroom conversations.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, reading in our classroom is more inclusive, collaborative, and meaningful. My students are not only building essential literacy skills, but also seeing their identities and languages valued in a powerful way. Thank you for helping create this experience for them—we are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1761148351086,"projectUrl":"project/born-a-crime-in-translation/9831803/","projectTitle":"Born a Crime in Translation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ignacio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6771808_orig.jpg?crop=1997,1997,x0,y186&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695684039500","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6771808"},{"teacherId":6771808,"projectId":9716331,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping bring this project to life. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference for our multilingual students, creating a space where they feel more confident, included, and empowered to share their voices.\r\n\r\nThe document camera has quickly become an essential part of our daily learning. Being able to project texts, model annotations, and walk through writing examples in real time has made lessons more interactive and accessible for all students—especially for my multilingual learners who benefit from visual support. Students are more engaged during close reading, and they are better able to follow along, ask questions, and participate in discussions.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading has become a shared experience. We explore texts together, pause to reflect, and make connections to our own lives. After reading, students use what they've learned to write journal entries and short reflections about identity, culture, and belonging. Because they can clearly see examples and thinking modeled step-by-step, students feel more confident taking risks in their writing.\r\n\r\nOne of the most powerful outcomes has been watching students open up and share their personal stories. With the added visual support and structured reflection time, even students who are typically quieter or still developing their English skills are finding ways to express themselves. They are beginning to see that their experiences matter—and that their voices belong in our classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, I've been able to create a more inclusive, engaging, and supportive learning environment where students are growing not only as readers and writers, but also as individuals. Thank you for helping my students feel seen, heard, and valued. Your kindness has made a lasting impact on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1758899096775,"projectUrl":"project/stories-of-us-empowering-multilingual-v/9716331/","projectTitle":"Stories of Us: Empowering Multilingual Voices through Literature","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ignacio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6771808_orig.jpg?crop=1997,1997,x0,y186&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695684039500","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6771808"},{"teacherId":26460,"projectId":9121918,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our after-school LEGO Club by donating new sets for our students. Your generosity has made a difference in our school community.\r\n\r\nEach Tuesday after school, students gather in my classroom for LEGO Club. It has become a special space where students can slow down, be creative, and work together. One of the things I appreciate most about this time is that students put their phones away without being asked. Instead, they focus on building, problem-solving, and collaborating with one another. A big win! \r\n\r\nThe new LEGO sets have brought a lot of excitement to the club. Students work in small groups, helping each other follow instructions, sort pieces, and solve challenges when a build gets tricky. It's such a joy to see them talking, laughing, and celebrating when they complete a model together. The kids especially loved building the pirate ship. It took them multiple days and lots of reading and rereading the manual. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your donation and kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1742588282980,"projectUrl":"project/lets-build-legos-needed-for-calming-st/9121918/","projectTitle":"Let's Build: LEGOs Needed for Calming STEM Activities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gionti","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp26460_orig.jpg?crop=2217,2217,x302,y272&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663797539387","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msgionti"},{"teacherId":26460,"projectId":9766522,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing copies of The Metamorphosis for my high school seniors. I truly appreciate your generosity and your belief in the power of literature to spark meaningful conversations.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students could hold the text in their hands, annotate directly on the page, and return to key passages as we unpacked Gregor's shocking transformation. There is something powerful about watching a room full of 17 and 18-year-olds sit quietly, rereading the opening lines, trying to process what it means to wake up changed and no longer recognized in the same way by the people around you.\r\n\r\nOur discussions quickly move beyond the literal transformation. Students begin asking why Kafka chose such an extreme situation. They debated his purpose. Is he criticizing modern work culture? Family obligation? Isolation? Is Gregor's transformation physical, or has it been happening long before the story begins? 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