{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"McMinnville High School","outOfStateSupporters":32.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9789307,"projectId":9196530,"letterContent":"The students are using the puzzles as a stress relief of working independently on computers. It provides a nice break from the curriculum to engage in some physical stimulation and still receive some mental simulation.\r\n\r\nOne of the most rewarding aspects is seeing student work together collaboratively and engage with others. Due to the independent nature of the credit recovery program they often tune out what is going on around them and to see them talk and interact positively with each other.","fullyFundedDate":1745247775867,"projectUrl":"project/alternative-brain-breaks/9196530/","projectTitle":"Alternative Brain Breaks","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9789307"},{"teacherId":9780969,"projectId":9020425,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our therapy dog program. Your generous donation helps provide comfort, emotional support, and a sense of calm for our alternative high school students. Laynee is a trusted friend to many who struggle with anxiety, trauma, depression and stress. We are deeply grateful for your kindness and belief in the power of healing through connection.\r\n\r\nYour donation helped provide the essentials—cleaning supplies, treats, and enrichment tools—that allow us to keep Laynee healthy, happy, and ready to serve. Because of you, our students have access to an evidence-based emotional support strategy that makes a real difference every day. Here's what one student recently shared:\r\n \"I come to school because I know Laynee will be here. She helps me breathe when I \r\n feel overwhelmed.\"\r\n\r\nThat kind of transformation wouldn't be possible without your generosity. Thank you for believing in the power of therapy animals and for being part of something truly meaningful.","fullyFundedDate":1739985851942,"projectUrl":"project/a-friend-in-me-akc-therapy-dog-at-our-s/9020425/","projectTitle":"A Friend in Me: AKC Therapy Dog at Our School","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cindy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9780969_orig.jpg?crop=1200,1200,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733342964040","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9780969"},{"teacherId":9780969,"projectId":9014306,"letterContent":"When I saw that this project was funded, I was in a meeting and made an audible gasp. My co-workers looked at me, and through tears I told them what you've done for us. On behalf of myself and my GED students, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for the brand-new supplies for our class. We've been sharing materials for so long that we hardly knew whose book was whose, and we were down to three calculators!\r\n\r\nWhen I handed each student their own brand-new materials, I saw the biggest smiles I've seen all year. And when I told them they could actually write in their books, they looked at me like I was joking—I had to say it more than once!\r\n\r\nHaving brand-new materials makes such a difference, not just in learning but in confidence and motivation. Your generosity has given our students a fresh start and a sense of ownership in their education. Thank you for believing in them and supporting their journey.","fullyFundedDate":1739375889559,"projectUrl":"project/ged-to-high-school-equivalency-hse-des/9014306/","projectTitle":"GED to High School Equivalency (HSE) Destigmatizing the GED","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cindy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9780969_orig.jpg?crop=1200,1200,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733342964040","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9780969"},{"teacherId":9789307,"projectId":8863596,"letterContent":"I want to thank you for the puzzle package, the students have really enjoyed having the opportunity to take a break from the rigors of school work yet still engage their mind while they work on the puzzles. It has been great seeing them work together and build strategies for the variety of puzzles that they now have available to them. Their goals are to finish all the puzzles before the seniors graduate so as we move through the year I think I have seen some of them work harder and with more purpose as they want to see all the puzzles put together. Thanks again.","fullyFundedDate":1734471762474,"projectUrl":"project/puzzling-solutions/8863596/","projectTitle":"Puzzling Solutions","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9789307"},{"teacherId":9788906,"projectId":8853428,"letterContent":"Every single day a student comes in to the Internet Cafe for a warm Cup O' Noodles. Sometimes it's three students or five or more depending on who is at school and whether there was time for breakfast or money for lunch. The Internet Cafe has yet to run out of the simple yet appealing soups, and that means anyone who's hungry can eat.\r\n\r\nThe snacks are refilled every morning and again in the afternoon. Daily, students trickle or pile in to check out what's in the snack basket and choose something: a granola bar, a bag of chips, or crackers. I have my regulars and then others who pop in once in a while. The snack supply you've donated helps me spend personal money on supplemental, perishable items like bananas, oranges, and string cheese.\r\n\r\nIt's hard to put exact numbers on how many students have been served through this project, given the unpredictable nature of alternative education and attendance rates. However, I can safely say that an average of 15-20 students, sometimes as many as 25+, receive a snack or warm noodle soup every day as a result of the generosity of donors. That gives them the ability to stay at school longer and focus on work. It literally means the world to the adolescents who are here.\r\n\r\nAnother benefit of having food available to students when they need/want it is it helps create community. Frequently this year, one student will bring in another who is new to the alt ed program and show them, \"This is where the snacks are,\" \"This is how you make hot chocolate,\" \"Here's how to use the electric kettle to make noodles.\" It's community building in action! They learn to ask and say thank you and appreciate what is made available to them. \r\n\r\nI cannot thank my donors enough for helping fill the bellies of our alternative education students so that they can focus on filling their minds with knowledge, earning credits, and graduating on time. It seems like such a frivolous item, a cup of soup, but to a hungry 16-year-old, it is absolutely necessary. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1734471762498,"projectUrl":"project/project-feed-the-way-bridging-the-gap/8853428/","projectTitle":"Project Feed the Way: Bridging the Gap","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Thompson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9788906_orig.jpg?crop=273,270,x326,y187&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728063029618","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9788906"},{"teacherId":9780969,"projectId":8843503,"letterContent":"I cannot express enough how deeply impactful your support means to our students. They are truly grateful for the opportunities you've helped make possible. With many exciting projects already underway, some of our students will soon achieve their National Career Readiness Certificates—a significant milestone in their journeys. Pictures will certainly be taken and passed on to you.\r\n\r\nHaving brand-new supplies makes such a difference for our students. It not only supports their learning but also boosts their confidence and shows them they're worth investing in. These fresh resources empower them to engage more deeply in their education and strive for excellence.\r\n\r\nYour generosity and encouragement truly makes a difference in our students' lives. Thank you for believing in their potential and supporting their journey toward success. Wishing you a joyful and Happy Holiday season!","fullyFundedDate":1733340252806,"projectUrl":"project/teen-employability-skills-national-care/8843503/","projectTitle":"Teen Employability Skills: National Career Readiness Certificate Through ACT","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cindy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9780969_orig.jpg?crop=1200,1200,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733342964040","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9780969"},{"teacherId":9789307,"projectId":8853262,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support in providing food for our classrooms. Your contribution has made a tremendous difference in the lives of our students. By ensuring that they have access to nutritious snacks, you are not only helping to meet their basic needs but also creating an environment where they can thrive academically and emotionally.\r\n\r\nThe positive impact of your kindness is already evident in the increased focus, improved energy levels, and better overall well-being of our students. You are helping to foster a sense of security and inclusivity that makes all the difference in their educational experience.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your commitment to the success and well-being of our students. Your generosity is truly appreciated, and we are so grateful for your continued support.","fullyFundedDate":1728314071547,"projectUrl":"project/feed-the-mind/8853262/","projectTitle":"Feed the Mind","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9789307"},{"teacherId":9797152,"projectId":8864636,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support and financial contribution to my project! My students are thoroughly enjoying the materials we received. The goal of all of the materials is to build community and allow my students to take necessary brain breaks throughout the day. Everything I received has met that goal! The sticker picture that is hanging on my wall is a great, quick break item and has brought about a lot of community conversation about what the final picture will be. It is an easy activity that absolutely everyone can participate in. \r\n\r\nI have a number of students who are very artistic and have loved the art supplies and the opportunities to create something awesome during their brain breaks. These supplies can be used as a whole class or individually. The puzzles also provide the chance for a student to work independently during a break or for a group to work together. It is amazing what wonderful conversation can be encouraged while sitting around a table working on a project together! I have seen the amount of work that students have completed increase since receiving these materials and implementing brain breaks in my classroom. \r\n\r\nAgain, thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1728426175553,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-community-building-activities/8864636/","projectTitle":"Classroom Community Building Activities for an Alternative Education Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hubbard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9797152"},{"teacherId":9780969,"projectId":8832481,"letterContent":"Your support has profoundly impacted students at our alternative high school, particularly through the Teen Healthy Relationships Group. Your donation has allowed each student to have a personalized \"Relationship Folder\" to store activity sheets, artwork, and journaling. One student said, \"I'm going to keep this forever,\" while another expressed excitement to share it with their family.\r\n\r\nStudents have shared powerful testimonials about their growth. One learned to identify what they deserve in relationships, another recognized manipulative behaviors in a partner, and a third gained clarity about qualities they seek in a future partner. These insights highlight the program's transformative role in empowering students.\r\n\r\nThe story of one especially reserved student illustrates the group's impact. Initially withdrawn, he gradually gained confidence, built friendships, and found a supportive space where he could belong. This transformation improved his attendance, engagement, and overall school participation. He now plays an active role in the school community, even contributing his artwork to group activities. When asked about his progress, he credited the group for giving him the tools to open up and overcome fear.\r\n\r\nThank you for making such a meaningful difference in these students' lives.","fullyFundedDate":1727665085372,"projectUrl":"project/teen-healthy-relationships-group-supplie/8832481/","projectTitle":"Teen Healthy Relationships Group Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cindy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9780969_orig.jpg?crop=1200,1200,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733342964040","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9780969"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_88476","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":2228,"numTeachers":104,"percentFrplEligible":54,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":51,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":39,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"21.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":67.6,"schoolId":88476,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about McMinnville High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"McMinnville High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/oregon/mcminnville-school-district-40/mcminnville-high-school/88476"}