{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Hunter Huss High School","outOfStateSupporters":46.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9674820,"projectId":9839739,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting Fuel for Learning: Snacks to Power Future Biologists! Your generosity made an immediate and meaningful impact in my classroom. When students first saw the snacks, they were excited and felt genuinely cared for, knowing that someone believed in their success. The snacks were used during review sessions, extended learning activities, and during the Biology EOC test, helping students stay focused, energized, and engaged. With this support, students were better able to participate actively in lessons and discussions and concentrate on answering EOC questions without the distraction of hunger. Your kindness helped create a positive, supportive learning environment, and I am truly grateful for your investment in my students and their education.","fullyFundedDate":1763733336539,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-for-learning-snacks-to-power-futur/9839739/","projectTitle":"Fuel for Learning: Snacks to Power Future Biologists!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Julian","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9674820"},{"teacherId":9713148,"projectId":9731520,"letterContent":"I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generosity in supporting our Charged Me Up project. Your kindness has made a meaningful impact on my students' learning experience.\r\n\r\nBecause of your contribution, my students will now have reliable access to fully charged Chromebooks throughout the school day. This seemingly small resource makes a big difference—allowing them to participate in lessons, complete assignments, and explore digital tools without interruptions. You have helped create a more equitable and productive classroom environment, and my students feel truly supported and valued.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and for investing in their success. Your support motivates me and inspires my students to keep striving for excellence.","fullyFundedDate":1764704930739,"projectUrl":"project/charged-me-up/9731520/","projectTitle":"Charged Me Up!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lingo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9713148_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725506912961","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9713148"},{"teacherId":9328202,"projectId":9540371,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom is now more organized, efficient, and student-centered than ever before. The new utility and storage carts have helped transform the way we manage materials for labs, projects, and daily activities. Students can now access supplies quickly during hands-on investigations, making transitions smoother and freeing up more time for meaningful learning. One memorable moment occurred during a recent lab on soil composition—students were able to roll the cart to their stations, gather everything they needed, and begin work without waiting or searching for supplies. This simple change made the entire class feel more confident and independent.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new carts set up and filled with their materials, they were genuinely excited. Several immediately commented on how \"clean,\" \"organized,\" or \"easy\" everything looked. Some even volunteered to help label drawers and arrange supplies because they were so eager to keep the carts neat and ready for the next activity. The carts have become a central part of our classroom routine, and students appreciate how much easier it is to stay prepared and focused.","fullyFundedDate":1758195085423,"projectUrl":"project/streamlined-learning-utility-and-storag/9540371/","projectTitle":"Streamlined Learning: Utility and Storage Carts for Classroom Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sayco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9328202_orig.jpg?crop=3296,3296,x0,y1856&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698707172346","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9328202"},{"teacherId":9328202,"projectId":9201850,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have the ability to explore real-time environmental data using our new air quality monitor. This resource has transformed our lessons on atmospheric composition and human impact into hands-on investigations. One of the most exciting moments happened during our first data collection activity: students gathered around the monitor, watching numbers change as we compared indoor and outdoor readings. They immediately began making hypotheses about ventilation, pollution sources, and weather conditions. It turned a typical science lesson into an authentic research experience, and several students even asked if they could check the air quality during different times of the day to build a class data chart.\r\n\r\nThe moment the students saw the monitor, they were fascinated. Many had never seen an air quality device up close, and they were amazed that they could measure particulate matter, humidity, and air pollutants right from our classroom. Their curiosity sparked questions about environmental health, local pollution sources, and ways communities can improve air quality. Students who often struggle to stay engaged were suddenly eager to participate, and those interested in engineering and environmental science felt empowered by using real scientific instruments.","fullyFundedDate":1749087238084,"projectUrl":"project/breathing-easy-monitoring-air-quality-i/9201850/","projectTitle":"Breathing Easy: Monitoring Air Quality in Our Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sayco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9328202_orig.jpg?crop=3296,3296,x0,y1856&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698707172346","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9328202"},{"teacherId":9328202,"projectId":9540309,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have hands-on modeling tools and coloring materials that bring Earth and Environmental Science concepts to life. We've already started using these resources in our lessons on ecosystems, atmospheric processes, and Earth–Sun–Moon systems. One of the most memorable moments happened during our modeling activity on the water cycle: students who normally hesitate to participate became completely immersed in building and shading each stage. They were talking through their models, comparing ideas, and proudly showing off their finished work. The added coloring materials gave them a creative way to highlight differences, label processes, and visually connect scientific concepts in a way that made the lesson truly stick.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, the excitement was immediate. They sifted through the fresh coloring sets, admired the bright tools, and eagerly asked, \"Are we using these today?\" Several students—especially those who learn best visually or by doing—expressed how much these supplies help them understand the lesson better. The modeling clay, manipulatives, and coloring pages created an atmosphere of joy, curiosity, and collaboration. For many of my learners, having engaging, accessible materials made them feel more confident in their ability to understand complex topics.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we are now moving into more advanced modeling tasks, such as illustrating climate zones, constructing food webs, and creating detailed diagrams to support Claim-Evidence-Reasoning activities. These new resources allow students to not only learn science but to *experience* it through creativity and hands-on exploration. Your contribution has transformed our classroom into a space where learning is interactive, meaningful, and exciting. Thank you for empowering my students to learn through modeling, coloring, and imagination each day.","fullyFundedDate":1758195086814,"projectUrl":"project/learn-through-modeling-and-coloring/9540309/","projectTitle":"Learn Through Modeling and Coloring","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sayco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9328202_orig.jpg?crop=3296,3296,x0,y1856&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698707172346","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9328202"},{"teacherId":9328202,"projectId":9130142,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom now has the extra support it truly needed. The snacks you helped provide have become more than just treats—they've become tools that help my students stay focused, energized, and ready to learn each day. We use the snacks during independent work time, small-group activities, and long lab sessions when students need a boost to keep going. One memorable moment was during a recent scientific investigation: several students who usually struggle to stay on task were fully engaged, and afterward they shared that having something to eat helped them focus better.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new snacks neatly organized and ready for them, their faces lit up. Some whispered \"thank you\" under their breath, while others asked if they could help organize the snack bin because they were so excited to have something dependable in the classroom. For many of them, having snacks available removes a quiet worry they often carry—and lets them concentrate on being learners, not on being hungry.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we're now able to dive deeper into upcoming lessons with fewer interruptions and more enthusiasm. As we continue exploring Earth and Environmental Science topics, my students are preparing for hands-on projects, data collection activities, and collaborative investigations. Your contribution ensures they can approach each task with the energy and confidence they need to succeed.\r\n\r\nThank you for fueling their learning—every day, in every lesson. Your kindness is making a real difference.","fullyFundedDate":1747186827325,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-to-fuel-success-in-the-classroom/9130142/","projectTitle":"Snacks to Fuel Success in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sayco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9328202_orig.jpg?crop=3296,3296,x0,y1856&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698707172346","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9328202"},{"teacherId":9328202,"projectId":9550807,"letterContent":"The arrival of our new lab aprons has turned our classroom into a confident arena of young scientists ready to explore. Students now put on their aprons as part of our lab ritual, almost like stepping into character for hands-on discovery. One of our first activities was a station-based investigation on observing chemical reactions. For many, it was their first time handling materials that fizzed, changed color, or released heat. With their aprons on, they leaned in with curiosity instead of hesitation, and the room felt alive with safe, focused excitement.\r\n\r\nTheir reactions the moment the aprons came out of the box were priceless. Several students held them up proudly, already imagining what experiments they'd get to try. Others commented that they \"felt like real scientists now.\" That shift in mindset matters. Instead of worrying about making a mess or damaging their clothes, they were able to fully participate, ask stronger questions, and collaborate more confidently during our labs.\r\n\r\nWith safety gear no longer an obstacle, we can now build toward more complex investigations. Students are preparing for an upcoming multi-day lab on mixtures and solutions, where accuracy and safe handling of materials will be essential. Thanks to your support, they can focus on the learning itself and take bigger steps into authentic scientific practice. Your generosity didn't just provide aprons; it opened the door to richer, safer, and more engaging science experiences for every student.","fullyFundedDate":1757423275755,"projectUrl":"project/lab-safety-first-lab-aprons-for-fun-exp/9550807/","projectTitle":"Lab Safety First: Lab Aprons for Fun Experiments","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sayco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9328202_orig.jpg?crop=3296,3296,x0,y1856&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698707172346","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9328202"},{"teacherId":9642357,"projectId":9508651,"letterContent":"I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous contribution to my classroom project. Your donation of Cheez-It crackers, pencils, and headphones has made a meaningful difference for my 9th graders. These simple yet essential supplies help create a more comfortable and focused learning environment where students can stay energized, prepared, and engaged throughout the day.\r\n\r\nThe snacks provide a quick boost for students who come to class hungry, helping them concentrate better during lessons. The pencils ensure that every student can participate without worrying about lacking basic materials, and the headphones have enhanced our independent learning time, especially during reading and digital assignments.\r\n\r\nYour kindness reminds my students that there are people who believe in their potential and want to see them succeed. Thank you for supporting their learning journey and helping us create a positive, productive classroom community. Your generosity truly inspires us all.","fullyFundedDate":1753898119325,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials/9508651/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Henry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9642357"},{"teacherId":9674820,"projectId":9426459,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my project, \"Bring Biology to Life with Engaging Visuals in the Classroom.\" Because of your generosity, my students were able to better understand and connect with complex biology topics through colorful charts and diagrams. These visuals made lessons more interactive and engaging, helping students visualize abstract concepts and retain information more effectively. It was wonderful to see their excitement and curiosity grow each day. Your support truly made a difference in our classroom, and we are deeply grateful for your kindness and belief in our students' potential.","fullyFundedDate":1751306548143,"projectUrl":"project/bring-biology-to-life-with-engaging-visu/9426459/","projectTitle":"Bring Biology to Life with Engaging Visuals in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Julian","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9674820"},{"teacherId":9674820,"projectId":9467635,"letterContent":"Our Biology class greatly benefited from the \"Boosting Biology Instruction with an Engaging Curriculum Bundle\" project. The engaging resources made lessons more interactive and helped students better understand complex biological concepts through hands-on and visual activities. Students became more motivated and confident during discussions, showing noticeable improvement in their comprehension and participation. Your generous support created a more dynamic and meaningful learning experience that truly enhanced our classroom environment. Thank you for making a lasting difference in my students' education.","fullyFundedDate":1753898118599,"projectUrl":"project/boosting-biology-instruction-with-an-eng/9467635/","projectTitle":"Boosting Biology Instruction with an Engaging Curriculum Bundle","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Julian","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9674820"},{"teacherId":7058418,"projectId":9360646,"letterContent":"We cannot thank you all enough for your generous donation! We had older desk that were bigger and took up a lot of room. We have several kids who need frequent movement breaks. These new desks are smaller and offer more room for them to move safely.\r\n\r\nOur new desks also offer more freedom to configure our classroom. They're on wheels and we can move them as needed. We have weekly services that require us to move our desks around, such as music therapy and Adaptive P.E. They also make our custodians job easier as there will be no scuff marks on the floor for them to scrub.\r\n\r\nMost of our kids loved the desks. A few of them took a day or two to adjust to the change. Overall we had a positive reaction from them. All of our staff members who've been into our classroom have said how good the desks look. They've also commented how much more room we have. We are grateful for these new desks because they will serve our students for years to come!","fullyFundedDate":1748541408329,"projectUrl":"project/desks-for-future-leaders/9360646/","projectTitle":"Desks for Future Leaders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Curry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7058418"},{"teacherId":10265842,"projectId":9720448,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! The classroom whiteboards have made a huge impact on my Math students. They now have a space to work through problems, visualize their thinking, and share ideas instantly.\r\n\r\nStudents are more engaged than ever—they can try different strategies, correct mistakes quickly, and support each other during lessons. Concepts like slope, functions, and systems of equations are becoming much clearer because they can actively explore and experiment on their own.\r\n\r\nYour support is helping my students gain confidence, deepen understanding, and enjoy math in a new way. 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