{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Percy L Julian High School","outOfStateSupporters":54.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8718259,"projectId":8018873,"letterContent":"The resources funded through this project have completely transformed our therapy room into a high-engagement learning lab. We are using the Sentence Building sets to help my high school students, like those navigating Gestalt Language Processing, move from simple phrases to complex, multi-clause sentences. The laminating sheets have been a lifesaver. They have allowed me to create durable, custom visual schedules and social stories for my students undergoing medical transitions, such as upcoming surgeries, ensuring they have a way to advocate for their needs when they are in \"survival mode.\" Even the Bulletin Board materials have made a difference, creating a neuro-affirming space where my students feel that their unique ways of communicating are celebrated the moment they walk through the door. The reaction was excitement and immediate curiosity. For many of my students who face daily challenges with traditional academic tasks, seeing \"new and updated therapeutic games\" made speech therapy feel less like a correction and more like a high-interest challenge. When we opened the Treasure Chest, one of my students immediately engaged, using his AAC device to comment \"Look!\" and with a level of spontaneity we haven't seen in awhile. Seeing their faces light up reminded me that when we provide high-quality materials we are boosting their confidence. Our next steps are focused on functional independence. We are using these kits to practice grocery store scripts and helping my older students learn to repair communication breakdowns with peers. With the Word Flips and sentence-building tools, we are working toward the complex grammar stage, where my students won't just be responding to questions, but leading the conversations. Your support has given us the resources to move into authentic communication.","fullyFundedDate":1703998793468,"projectUrl":"project/speech-language-pathology-super-students/8018873/","projectTitle":"Speech-Language Pathology Super Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Elzen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8718259_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y134&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663787201511","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-elzen"},{"teacherId":8839938,"projectId":9664523,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding the project, \"Hanging With the Stars.\" Thanks to you, we have a bunch of different posters to decorate the theater room so it is not seen as a storage closet. My students were really ecstatic to see Hamilton representation among the posters as they love to sing the songs in class. Moreover, somehow with all the posters, it made them more committed to taking acting seriously and give their all in their scenes. Overall, the entire classroom environment has improved tremendously thanks to your generous donation!","fullyFundedDate":1766333347307,"projectUrl":"project/hanging-with-the-stars/9664523/","projectTitle":"Hanging With the Stars","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dudek","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8839938_orig.jpg?crop=743,743,x416,y545&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1681563214858","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8839938"},{"teacherId":5802169,"projectId":10097177,"letterContent":"I am very grateful for your generosity, nothing describes the feeling of knowing that there are many people out there supporting and rooting for you and your students. I am not sure if people realize the impact that these seemingly \"little\" things make for our class and more-so for our students. These items will truly be a blessing, when you see their faces glow as they see the items, it is priceless. I will continue to use these items as a means for my students to keep motivated, love school and grow. I am forever thankful. Thank you so much for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1776099933308,"projectUrl":"project/yarn-for-our-yarn-paintings/10097177/","projectTitle":"Yarn for Our Yarn Paintings","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Covarrubias","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5802169_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1617903347398","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/m-covarrubias23"},{"teacherId":5802169,"projectId":10132459,"letterContent":"I am very grateful for your generosity, nothing describes the feeling of knowing that there are many people out there supporting and rooting for you and your students. I am not sure if people realize the impact that these seemingly \"little\" things make for our class and more-so for our students. These items will truly be a blessing, when you see their faces glow as they see the items, it is priceless. I will continue to use these items as a means for my students to keep motivated, love school and grow. I am forever thankful. Thank you so much for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1776099932900,"projectUrl":"project/clean-and-germ-free/10132459/","projectTitle":"Clean and Germ Free","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Covarrubias","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5802169_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1617903347398","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/m-covarrubias23"},{"teacherId":5802169,"projectId":10121498,"letterContent":"Oh my what a great surprise! I am so excited and cannot wait to share with my NHS members. They love being able to create things and stand out and be proud of their accomplishments. It's very heartwarming to see them learn and work together. I love seeing their ideas come to life! We are forever grateful to you! Thank you so much for your thoughtfulness and generosity, it means the world!Thank you so much for your tremendous generosity! It is very heartwarming to have a project funded for your students. We are forever grateful and thankful to you!","fullyFundedDate":1775822015075,"projectUrl":"project/tools-to-beautify-our-community/10121498/","projectTitle":"Tools to Beautify Our Community","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Covarrubias","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5802169_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1617903347398","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/m-covarrubias23"},{"teacherId":5802169,"projectId":10179331,"letterContent":"I was super happy to see this surprise funding. It literally made my day. I am a firm believer that creating an inviting environment tends to allow students to be more likely to hear you out. If I can get a teenager to hear me out, it's a win. I use these materials to brighten up the room and be able to post things around the room to facilitate their learning. It has made a difference and I hope that it will continue. We are very appreciative of your support and generosity. I am forever thankful!","fullyFundedDate":1776088133476,"projectUrl":"project/supplementing-with-tpt/10179331/","projectTitle":"Supplementing with TPT","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Covarrubias","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5802169_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1617903347398","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/m-covarrubias23"},{"teacherId":9775049,"projectId":9765472,"letterContent":"I express my utmost gratitude to each and every one of you. Your support have provided a much needed and much desired introduction into dissection. Students were apprehensive at first, but most were intrigued and wanting more by the end of the lab. \r\n\r\nScience is important for students and the basics of dissections help students discover their likes and dislikes, ultimately guiding them to a future career or away from a future career that does not serve them. \r\n\r\nI will continue to promote hands on science learning, and your support means the world.","fullyFundedDate":1766082929769,"projectUrl":"project/owl-pellets-for-biology-keeping-the-cla/9765472/","projectTitle":"Owl Pellets for Biology! Keeping the Classic Here!","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Bel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9775049_orig.jpg?crop=716,716,x281,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737050110827","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9775049"},{"teacherId":9775049,"projectId":9834257,"letterContent":"Thank you for your contribution to my students. \r\n\r\nThese snacks were used in a multitude of ways. Snacks were provided to students with limited or no access to food at home. Snacks were provided to students who were hungry due to a variety of reasons. \r\n\r\nThese snacks were also used to make goodie bags for students in need, used as incentives in review games, and provided snacks to club members at after school programs. \r\n\r\nThese snacks easily helped over 200 kids. Thank you for supporting those that you can!","fullyFundedDate":1763498160641,"projectUrl":"project/snack-enrichment-for-students-in-need/9834257/","projectTitle":"Snack Enrichment for Students in Need","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Bel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9775049_orig.jpg?crop=716,716,x281,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737050110827","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9775049"},{"teacherId":9775049,"projectId":9585190,"letterContent":"Thank you for your contribution to the classroom. These have changed the whole curriculum at our school. Students have exposure to things because of YOU! \r\n\r\nThank you for supporting STEM and biology and kids all in one. We all remember our first time looking through a microscope and some of us fell in love with the world of science. \r\n\r\nI have used these to look at onion roots in active miotic division. To investigate different water sources, to practice smears, to differentiate animal and plate cells, and to explore. \r\n\r\nThank you.","fullyFundedDate":1755993263978,"projectUrl":"project/biology-needs-microscopes/9585190/","projectTitle":"Biology Needs Microscopes!","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Bel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9775049_orig.jpg?crop=716,716,x281,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737050110827","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9775049"},{"teacherId":8839938,"projectId":9595536,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding the project, \"Stage Left, Storage Right.\" Unfortunately, the original cabinet was out of stock when ordering (I tried three times!), but I was able to order much needed items for the overall classroom. One storage container I was able to order was the phone storage case. This has been a game-changer for our theatre trips as we collect phones before heading into the theatre. Instead of just throwing them in a random box and hoping for the best, we are now able to give students their number for their cell phone slot ahead of time and have a safe, secure, lockable space for them. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1764731471325,"projectUrl":"project/stage-left-storage-right/9595536/","projectTitle":"Stage Left, Storage Right","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dudek","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8839938_orig.jpg?crop=743,743,x416,y545&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1681563214858","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8839938"},{"teacherId":9019445,"projectId":9982817,"letterContent":"We extend our sincere gratitude for your generous donation in honor of Mr. Al Savino. This thoughtful gesture is a demonstration of the kindness he shared with you and which you, in turn, have shared with us.\r\n\r\nOur students expressed great excitement upon seeing the beautifully presented box of snacks and were even more delighted to sample the various granola bars. Each student carefully selected and was encouraged to explore new varieties. We support our students in expanding their comfort zone within a safe environment. They are not obligated to consume anything they dislike, ensuring they feel comfortable articulating a negative preference. Overall, they successfully discovered new granola bars.\r\n\r\nThe scissors, glue sticks, coloring pencils, and case of paper were a most welcome arrival in the middle of the school year. These supplies enable us to continue inspiring our students to express themselves, which contributes to the development of their social skills.","fullyFundedDate":1768232494068,"projectUrl":"project/restocking-our-success/9982817/","projectTitle":"Restocking Our Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gomez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9019445"},{"teacherId":328339,"projectId":10116719,"letterContent":"Thank you for transforming our seminar into a dynamic space for career exploration! Your support provides a standing desk and Post-it notes, essential tools that cater to the unique needs of my multilingual learners.\r\n\r\nThe standing desk offers a flexible workspace that boosts focus and energy, allowing students to stay engaged during collaborative brainstorming. Meanwhile, Post-it notes make their career aspirations visible, turning the classroom into an interactive gallery of goals and reflections. Together, these resources foster a movement-friendly environment where students build the confidence to envision themselves as future professionals in any field they choose.","fullyFundedDate":1772829227642,"projectUrl":"project/dream-plan-achieve-building-pathways/10116719/","projectTitle":"Dream, Plan, Achieve: Building Pathways to Future Careers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Campos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp328339_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667576331005","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gcampos2"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_5448","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":445,"numTeachers":33,"percentFrplEligible":81,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":94,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":2,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"13.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":45.6,"schoolId":5448,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Percy L Julian High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Percy L Julian High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/illinois/chicago-public-school-district-299/julian-high-school/5448"}