{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Rachel Carson High School - Coastal Study","outOfStateSupporters":20.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9486327,"projectId":9805481,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in funding our classroom project. In our school community, daily needs can sometimes present unexpected obstacles to learning. Thanks to your support, our classroom now has a dedicated snack station that helps students maintain their focus and energy throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nHere is an update on how your support has positively impacted our students and classroom environment.\r\nInitial Student Response\r\nWhen the shipments arrived, students were genuinely excited and appreciative. Having a well-stocked supply of healthy snacks has provided noticeable relief and comfort during long, demanding academic days.\r\n\r\nWhen I shared that these supplies were made possible by donors who wanted to support their education, the students expressed sincere gratitude. Knowing that people outside their school community are invested in their success has been a significant source of motivation and encouragement.\r\nSupporting Daily Stamina and Academics\r\nHaving healthy options available throughout the day helps students stay focused and engaged, especially during intensive instruction and extended block periods. Keeping their energy consistent allows them to engage more effectively with complex coursework, including our math units.\r\n\r\nFor example, students recently worked through an \"Elapsed Time & Scheduling Unit\". In this project, students analyzed international time zones, flight durations, and detailed schedules to solve multi-step mathematical problems.\r\n\r\nDuring longer work blocks, maintaining sustained concentration is essential. Ensuring that basic nutrition needs are met throughout the day allows students to approach challenging coursework with sustained effort, collaboration, and focus.\r\nNext Steps in Our Curriculum\r\nWith these supportive resources in place, students are moving forward with advanced problem-solving and mathematical reasoning.\r\n\r\nCurrent Focus: Students are progressing to complex, multi-step word problems involving real-world budgeting, division, and algebraic concepts.\r\nUpcoming Project: Students will construct original mathematical scenarios and scheduling problems to evaluate with their peers, integrating quantitative analysis with written explanations.\r\n\r\nYour contribution helped foster a supportive environment where students can focus fully on their academic growth. Thank you for your support and investment in our students' education.","fullyFundedDate":1765920392143,"projectUrl":"project/snack-attack/9805481/","projectTitle":"Snack Attack","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mccoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9486327_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756476960631","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9486327"},{"teacherId":9486327,"projectId":9635958,"letterContent":"Thank you so much. The glue sticks and snacks really helped my students to focus in class and complete amazing projects. \r\n\r\nThe donors choose gift cards have helped me to provide scaffolds to my students. In order for them to be successful. \r\n\r\nMy students were so excited for the snacks. They were so happy to have glue sticks to complete their interactive activities. Thank you again so much for making all of this posible for my amazing students. It is very much appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1758898781121,"projectUrl":"project/start-of-something-new-school-year-2025/9635958/","projectTitle":"Start of Something New: School Year 2025-2026","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mccoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9486327_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756476960631","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9486327"},{"teacherId":2141356,"projectId":9635750,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my project and for supporting my students in their learning. Your contribution has already made a meaningful difference. Student engagement has noticeably increased and the resources you helped provide have been incredibly valuable.\r\n\r\nAcquiring materials quickly for students who need them can be challenging, and having access to the printer has been a tremendous help. The colored paper has also been a godsend; it has improved our organization and even made classroom handouts more engaging and visually appealing.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and support. It is truly appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1758898956904,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-readers/9635750/","projectTitle":"Empowering Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Messina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2141356_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755742497172","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2141356"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_18719","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":600,"numTeachers":34,"percentFrplEligible":84,"percentAsian":13,"percentBlack":8,"percentWhite":55,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":17,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":3,"gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"17.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":79.4,"schoolId":18719,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Rachel Carson High School - Coastal Study on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Rachel Carson High School - Coastal Study","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/rachel-carson-high-school-coastal-study/18719"}