{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Orange High School","outOfStateSupporters":31.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9448601,"projectId":10060140,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our cosmetology classroom now has dedicated printing access, and it has truly transformed the way we teach and learn each day. While many of our donors use printers at home for basic documents, in a career and technical education classroom, a printer becomes an instructional powerhouse. Our students are not just printing worksheets — they are printing state board preparation materials, client consultation forms, chemical service records, sanitation logs, business plans, resumes, marketing flyers, and SkillsUSA competition guidelines. Having immediate access to these materials allows us to run our classroom like a real salon environment. Students can practice completing professional documentation, organizing client files, and preparing portfolios just as they would in the workforce. This technology supports both technical skill development and essential employability skills such as organization, accuracy, time management, and professionalism.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most about the new printer is the independence and efficiency it brings to our classroom. Instead of waiting for limited access elsewhere in the building, students can quickly print what they need and stay focused on the task at hand. For example, during a recent lesson on client consultations and chemical texture services, students printed their own consultation forms and practiced documenting mock services on mannequins. They were able to highlight important safety precautions, attach service notes, and build realistic client folders. It made the lesson feel authentic and elevated their sense of responsibility. Students also love printing their resumes and salon business cards as we prepare for SkillsUSA competitions and future employment opportunities. Holding a professionally printed resume in their hands builds confidence and pride in their work.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have especially warmed to this new technology. Some of our students thrive when they can see their work come to life in a tangible format. One student who often struggles with organization has taken ownership of maintaining her service portfolio. She now prints each completed project, neatly organizes it in a binder, and reviews it to prepare for assessments. Another group of students interested in entrepreneurship became particularly excited when printing their salon marketing materials. They designed price lists and promotional flyers, then printed them to simulate launching their own salon brand. Seeing their creative ideas professionally produced sparked meaningful conversations about branding, pricing, and customer communication.\r\n\r\nBeyond the excitement, this printer has improved instructional flow and maximized our 40-minute and 80-minute class periods. We lose less time transitioning between spaces and gain more hands-on practice time. In cosmetology education, time on task matters. Every extra minute practicing proper documentation, sanitation procedures, or business planning directly supports their preparation for New Jersey state licensure and future careers.\r\n\r\nYour donation has done more than provide equipment — it has strengthened career readiness, increased student confidence, and elevated the professionalism of our learning environment. Our classroom now mirrors the expectations of the beauty industry more closely, and our students feel empowered knowing they have the tools they need to succeed. Thank you for investing in their future and helping us build a classroom that reflects real-world standards.","fullyFundedDate":1770057058543,"projectUrl":"project/printer-for-classroom/10060140/","projectTitle":"Printer for Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9448601_orig.png?crop=645,645,x61,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752619295508","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9448601"},{"teacherId":9448601,"projectId":10051960,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our cosmetology students now have the essential items they were missing as they prepare for SkillsUSA, which will take place at the end of March. Although the competition is still several weeks away, receiving the T-shirts to wear under their uniforms, hygiene items like deodorant, and essential competition supplies has already made a tremendous impact. Instead of worrying about how they would afford required items, students can now focus fully on practicing, refining their techniques, and building confidence for competition day.\r\n\r\nThe first day I distributed the materials, the reaction was immediate and heartfelt. Students carefully went through each item, organizing their competition kits and discussing how they would use everything during their events. Several students said, \"Now I can actually practice the right way,\" and \"I feel more prepared already.\" That sense of relief was powerful. For many of our families, even smaller required items can create financial stress. By providing these essentials, you removed a barrier and ensured that every student has what they need to practice properly and professionally from now until March.\r\n\r\nWe are already using the new resources during structured after-school and in-class competition prep sessions. Our cosmetology competitors are practicing timed setups and breakdowns, ensuring they can organize their stations exactly as required. Our nail technology student is rehearsing her full competition routine, focusing on sanitation, presentation, and efficiency. Our esthetics competitor is practicing facial protocols while maintaining professional hygiene standards. Even our Knowledge Bowl team is practicing in full professional dress to build confidence and team unity. Having the proper under-uniform shirts and hygiene products reinforces a critical lesson we emphasize daily: professionalism is part of the skill set. Students are holding each other accountable, checking one another's presentation, and taking greater pride in how they show up.\r\n\r\nThe next steps are focused on refinement and consistency. Between now and the end of March, students will continue timed mock competitions, peer critiques, and instructor feedback sessions to strengthen both technical skills and professional presence. As competition approaches, we will conduct full simulation days to mirror the real event environment. These materials will continue to be used throughout this preparation process, ensuring students practice exactly as they will perform.\r\n\r\nYour support has done more than provide supplies, it has given students the confidence to prepare without hesitation. They now know they are fully equipped to compete, represent our school with pride, and see themselves as future professionals in the beauty industry. Thank you for investing in their growth, confidence, and success.","fullyFundedDate":1769709134709,"projectUrl":"project/nj-skillsusa/10051960/","projectTitle":"NJ SkillsUSA","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9448601_orig.png?crop=645,645,x61,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752619295508","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9448601"},{"teacherId":4796003,"projectId":9947170,"letterContent":"Because of you, our DonorsChoose project for snacks was fully funded, and has already made a difference!\r\n\r\nNJROTC is about far more than uniforms and drills. It is about leadership, discipline, teamwork, service, and character. My cadets work incredibly hard in activities that demand both energy and focus. Having access to healthy snacks may appear small, but for these students, it provides fuel, encouragement, and a tangible reminder that people beyond their classroom believe in them.\r\nYour generosity does more than fill our snack box; it strengthens our program built on service and responsibility. When cadets experience kindness and support, they are inspired to pass that same generosity forward. This project will not only nourish them physically, but also reinforce the values we teach every day—gratitude, respect, and stewardship of others.","fullyFundedDate":1768326573094,"projectUrl":"project/operation-cadet-snack-attack/9947170/","projectTitle":"Operation Cadet Snack Attack","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sperduto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4796003_orig.jpg?crop=1245,1245,x17,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1648743105466","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ohs-njrotc"},{"teacherId":4796003,"projectId":9864209,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity in supporting \"Operation Sports and Physical Fitness Equipment\" for my high school NJROTC cadets. Because of you, our cadets now have access to equipment that will directly enhance their physical training, improve their overall wellness, and strengthen the sense of pride they carry as members of our NJROTC battalion. Physical fitness is a core pillar of the NJROTC program—it teaches cadets perseverance, accountability, resilience, and the value of pushing past self-imposed limits. Your support ensures that these lessons are not just taught in theory but practiced daily in a safe, motivating, and structured environment. \r\nThank you!","fullyFundedDate":1762783229066,"projectUrl":"project/operation-sports-and-physical-fitness-eq/9864209/","projectTitle":"Operation Sports and Physical Fitness Equipment","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sperduto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4796003_orig.jpg?crop=1245,1245,x17,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1648743105466","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ohs-njrotc"},{"teacherId":4796003,"projectId":9797593,"letterContent":"On behalf of our NJROTC unit, I want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your generous support in providing shoe shine kits for our cadets. Your contribution helps us uphold the values of discipline, pride, and professionalism that are at the core of our program.\r\nThese kits will allow our cadets to maintain a sharp, polished appearance during inspections, ceremonies, and community events—an essential part of their training and leadership development. Your kindness ensures they can take pride in their uniforms and represent our school and community with honor.\r\nThank you for investing in their future and helping us build strong leaders. We truly appreciate your commitment to making a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1760733013427,"projectUrl":"project/operation-shoe-shine/9797593/","projectTitle":"Operation Shoe Shine","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sperduto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4796003_orig.jpg?crop=1245,1245,x17,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1648743105466","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ohs-njrotc"},{"teacherId":4796003,"projectId":9743036,"letterContent":"On behalf of our NJROTC cadets, I want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your generous support of our challenge coin project. Your contribution helps us uphold a proud tradition of recognizing leadership, achievement, and commitment within our unit.\r\nThese coins are more than just tokens—they represent honor, teamwork, and the values that guide our cadets every day. Thanks to you, we can continue to inspire and reward excellence, creating lasting memories for our students.\r\nYour kindness makes a real difference, and we are deeply appreciative of your investment in their growth and success.","fullyFundedDate":1758854214135,"projectUrl":"project/operation-challenge-coins/9743036/","projectTitle":"Operation Challenge Coins","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sperduto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4796003_orig.jpg?crop=1245,1245,x17,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1648743105466","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ohs-njrotc"},{"teacherId":4796003,"projectId":9442990,"letterContent":"On behalf of the cadets of the Orange High School NJROTC program, we are grateful for your generous donation of a color printer to our classroom!\r\nYour thoughtful contribution has already made a noticeable difference. T\r\nMore importantly, your support sends a powerful message to our cadets—that members of the community value their hard work and dedication. It's this kind of encouragement that motivates them to strive for excellence both in and out of uniform.\r\nThank you again for your generosity and belief in our mission. We are truly honored to have your support.","fullyFundedDate":1757506464260,"projectUrl":"project/operation-classroom-printer/9442990/","projectTitle":"Operation Classroom Printer","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sperduto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4796003_orig.jpg?crop=1245,1245,x17,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1648743105466","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ohs-njrotc"},{"teacherId":4796003,"projectId":9169669,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations and for making Operation Happy Snacks possible for my Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (NJROTC) cadets! The snacks arrived and have significantly helped during our end-of-year Senior Annual Inspection and Change of Command events! All classes shared the snacks, which were a big morale boost when the events were over. The snacks will also be brought with us this week on a field trip, and I am thankful we will have them to share on the bus going and returning to school. \r\nThank you!","fullyFundedDate":1746787214007,"projectUrl":"project/operation-happy-snacks/9169669/","projectTitle":"Operation Happy Snacks!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sperduto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4796003_orig.jpg?crop=1245,1245,x17,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1648743105466","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ohs-njrotc"},{"teacherId":4796003,"projectId":9228633,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations, which made this project possible! The shadow boxes are being completed and look great! Our junior, sophomore, and freshman cadet classes are specially preparing each shadow box for each of our graduating senior cadets. Each of the shadow boxes has the name plate, ribbons, devices, and pictures measured and displayed. The shadowboxes will be given to each senior at our Change of Command ceremony during a special presentation. \r\nThank you for making this special memory possible!","fullyFundedDate":1746466982804,"projectUrl":"project/operation-shadow-boxes/9228633/","projectTitle":"Operation Shadow Boxes","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sperduto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4796003_orig.jpg?crop=1245,1245,x17,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1648743105466","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ohs-njrotc"},{"teacherId":4796003,"projectId":9063505,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to Operation Breakfast Bars! They were very much needed during our Annual Military Inspection (AMI) and recent competitions! The cadets did a great job organizing the snacks and ensuring enough for each cadet and for our drill, athletic, academic, and color guard teams competing against other schools at our competitions. The breakfast bars also helped immensely when students arrived at school early for community service and events and did not have time to eat breakfast at home. I appreciate your support!","fullyFundedDate":1737671569679,"projectUrl":"project/operation-breakfast-bars-and-afternoon-s/9063505/","projectTitle":"Operation Breakfast Bars and Afternoon Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sperduto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4796003_orig.jpg?crop=1245,1245,x17,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1648743105466","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ohs-njrotc"},{"teacherId":9832689,"projectId":8935463,"letterContent":"We want to thank you for the donation you have made to contribute to our FBLA project. We are extremely thankful and have been able to now use our new resources to keep kids fed a focused after school. The new resources have been great incentive to keep the students participative and engaged with the after school activities. \r\n\r\nMy students were thrilled to receive the news. It also made them feel a sense of accomplishment for all their hard work they put into the community outreach for this project. The next step for my students is to now create ways they can also give back to the community while also raising funds for their FBLA club. 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