{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"McKinley High School","outOfStateSupporters":45.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9604550,"projectId":9345023,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom project. Your generosity has truly made a difference for my students. The girls are extremely grateful — almost every single day they come to my room needing to use the hair products you helped provide.\r\n\r\nThe moment they first saw everything, their reactions were priceless. They were smiling, touching the products, and saying things like, \"We really needed this!\" For many of my girls, having access to quality hair care at school means they can feel confident throughout the day, especially after PE, rainy mornings, or days when they rushed out the door.\r\n\r\nThey're already using the products to refresh their curls, fix edges, moisturize their hair, and feel put together before returning to class. Something as simple as being able to fix their hair has had a big impact on their mood and self-esteem, which shows up in their participation and focus.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward in our current lessons and projects, these products will continue to support a positive environment where students feel comfortable, cared for, and confident. Your donation didn't just supply hair items — it helped my students feel proud of themselves at school.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in my classroom and my girls.","fullyFundedDate":1757465171645,"projectUrl":"project/confidence-corner-hair-hygiene-suppor/9345023/","projectTitle":"Confidence Corner: Hair & Hygiene Support for Teens","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Washington","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9604550_orig.jpg?crop=415,415,x548,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749417064010","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/awashington7"},{"teacherId":10049145,"projectId":9456426,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have access to essential hygiene supplies that help them feel clean, confident, and cared for each day. The hygiene cart is already making a difference — students stop by quietly to grab deodorant, lotion, wipes, or other items they need, and they walk away with a little more comfort and dignity.\r\nIt's amazing how something so simple can have such a big impact. Because of you, my students can focus more on learning and less on worries about things they can't control. They feel seen, supported, and valued — and that matters deeply.\r\nThank you for helping create a classroom and school community where students' basic needs are met and their confidence can shine. Your kindness is making a real, daily difference!","fullyFundedDate":1752844999201,"projectUrl":"project/clean-and-confident-hygiene-help-for-hi/9456426/","projectTitle":"Clean and Confident: Hygiene Help for High Schoolers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Henderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10049145_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748975560849","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10049145"},{"teacherId":10049145,"projectId":9393475,"letterContent":"When our new supplies arrived, my students were so excited to see all the bright highlighters, fresh pencils, and the new turn-in organizer! They immediately started talking about how much easier it would be to keep track of their work. We've already put the materials to use during our current unit — students are using the highlighters to mark key ideas in readings and notes, and the pencils have been a lifesaver for daily classwork and assignments.\r\nThe turn-in organizer has made a huge difference in helping students stay accountable and organized. It's now part of our daily routine, and students take pride in neatly submitting their work. The stapler and tape have come in handy for interactive projects and classroom displays, making our room feel even more student-centered and creative.\r\nThanks to these supplies, my students are more organized, prepared, and confident in their learning. 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Hence, with you altruistic hearts, I am able to provide students with additional healthy snacks to help them to make it through the day. Oftentimes, educators don't realize, if a child is hungry or concerned about acquiring basic necessities, that student can not dedicate his thoughts fully on the lesson that the teacher is presenting. I am a grateful soul. Thank you for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1742823959588,"projectUrl":"project/snack-please/9034281/","projectTitle":"Snack, Please","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sanders","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9219017"},{"teacherId":9219017,"projectId":9034570,"letterContent":"I am utterly humbled by your generosity to my students. The items you helped to provide are like rays of sunshine on a gloomy day. Most of my students do not have opportunities to eat healthy snacks. Hence, with you altruistic hearts, I am able to provide students with additional healthy snacks to help them to make it through the day. Oftentimes, educators don't realize, if a child is hungry or concerned about acquiring basic necessities, that student can not dedicate his thoughts fully on the lesson that the teacher is presenting. I am a grateful soul. Thank you for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1742823963531,"projectUrl":"project/thirst-quenchers/9034570/","projectTitle":"Thirst Quenchers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sanders","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9219017"},{"teacherId":9219017,"projectId":9219479,"letterContent":"I am totally elated by your generosity. Your donations are sincerely appreciated. Your altruistic spirit is truly a blessing to my students. As I continue to share Lysol, sanitizer, and other supplies with my students and other students on our campus, I constantly repeat my mantra, It's a blessing to be a blessing.\" Thank you for your support! My students continue to acknowledge Donors Choose and their ability to connect classroom teachers with amazing donors like you. Your continuous desire to help children is beyond admirable.","fullyFundedDate":1746786213144,"projectUrl":"project/clean-not-mean/9219479/","projectTitle":"Clean Not Mean","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sanders","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9219017"},{"teacherId":9604550,"projectId":9346942,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting \"Painting Pride: Exploring World Flags Through Art\"! Your generosity has given my students the chance to dive into world history and culture in a vibrant, hands-on way. With the paint and brushes you helped provide, students will explore the stories behind different national flags—learning about identity, struggle, and pride through color and design.\r\n\r\nThis project gives them the opportunity to engage creatively with global history, while also developing a deeper respect for the diverse cultures that make up our world. You've made it possible for students to learn, express, and connect in ways that go beyond the textbook. We're so grateful for your support—thank you for helping make our classroom more colorful, creative, and inclusive!","fullyFundedDate":1752844990009,"projectUrl":"project/painting-pride-exploring-world-flags-th/9346942/","projectTitle":"Painting Pride: Exploring World Flags Through Art","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Washington","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9604550_orig.jpg?crop=415,415,x548,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749417064010","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/awashington7"},{"teacherId":9993728,"projectId":9246150,"letterContent":"I am totally elated by your generosity. Your donations are sincerely appreciated. Your altruistic spirit is truly a blessing to my students. As I continue to assist students on our temporary campus, I constantly repeat my mantra, \"It's a blessing to be a blessing.\" Thank you for your support! Our students continue to acknowledge Donors Choose and their ability to connect classroom teachers with amazing donors like you. They often ask me can they tell other educators about DonorsChoose. Your continuous desire to help children is beyond admirable.","fullyFundedDate":1752855650023,"projectUrl":"project/we-do-more-with-a-macbook/9246150/","projectTitle":"We Do More With A MacBook","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9993728"},{"teacherId":8613060,"projectId":9203779,"letterContent":"I am totally elated by your generosity. When we began to open our boxes and take pictures of our items, my student-athletes were excited. My guys were also grateful that I ordered agility ladders and resistance parachute for training. Two guys stated, \"Coach, you think of everything that we might need.\" I heard echoes of genuine gratitude from my linemen. Your donations are sincerely appreciated. Your altruistic spirit is truly a blessing to my students. As I continue to train our student-athletes, I constantly repeat my mantra, It's a blessing to be a blessing.\" Thank you for your continued support of Donors Choose and teams like ours!\"","fullyFundedDate":1746787317823,"projectUrl":"project/breakfast-for-the-win/9203779/","projectTitle":"Breakfast For The Win","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Kev Grisby","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8613060"},{"teacherId":9604550,"projectId":9168262,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in funding the podium and microphone for our U.S. History classroom! Your donation has already made a meaningful impact as we prepare for the upcoming school year, especially with our student debates and presentations.\r\n\r\nWhile many people are familiar with technology at home, it plays a very different role in the classroom. The microphone and podium don't just amplify sound — they amplify student confidence. Public speaking is a skill that touches every aspect of education and career readiness, and your gift is helping our students develop that skill in a structured, supportive environment.\r\n\r\nWhat's most exciting to the students is that this setup makes their debates feel real. Standing at a podium with a microphone makes them feel heard, respected, and important. It transforms our history classroom into a courtroom, a campaign rally, or even Congress itself — depending on the lesson! That authenticity fuels deeper engagement and sparks creativity.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students' futures — and for making our classroom a space where history truly comes alive.","fullyFundedDate":1746699581227,"projectUrl":"project/a-historic-debate/9168262/","projectTitle":"A Historic Debate","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Washington","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9604550_orig.jpg?crop=415,415,x548,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749417064010","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/awashington7"},{"teacherId":9604550,"projectId":9045944,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my 11th-grade U.S. History students were able to finish the school year strong! The supplies—poster markers, pencils, and pens—arrived just in time for our final class projects. Even though it was the end of the year, my students were still eager to dig in and do their best work. One student said, \"These markers are perfect for what we were trying to do all year!\" It was the perfect boost to keep them motivated during those last few weeks.\r\n\r\nWe used the materials for our end-of-year visual projects, where students created timeline posters and interactive displays to showcase major events in U.S. history. The bright markers made their work stand out, and the new pencils and pens helped them organize their thoughts clearly and confidently. I saw students take real pride in their final products, and it was a great way to wrap up a year of learning.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, I plan to use any remaining supplies at the start of next school year to set the tone for creativity, organization, and student-led learning. Your support made a real difference—not just in how our classroom looked, but in how students felt about their work. Thank you for helping us end the year on a high note!","fullyFundedDate":1746785543366,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-success-equipping-our-clas/9045944/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Success: Equipping Our Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Washington","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9604550_orig.jpg?crop=415,415,x548,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749417064010","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/awashington7"},{"teacherId":7394965,"projectId":9127019,"letterContent":"As I opened the boxes and arranged the items, I explained to my students how donors blessed my classes through DonorsChoose. We appreciate the generosity of each donor who help to fully fund our project. Your altruistic hearts with never be forgotten.\"\r\n\r\n\r\nI am totally elated by your generosity. I heard echoes of genuine gratitude from my students. Your donations are sincerely appreciated. 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