{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"South High Community School","outOfStateSupporters":33.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2578829,"projectId":10068296,"letterContent":"We are a 2000 student community high school in Worcester and we have an amazing school with amazing kids and teachers. Our Physical Education Department is very important to our overall school culture, and we love providing various choices to our students. Often, students will opt to not participate in full contact, hardcare type games and one of the most popular choices we have for our students are net sports, specifically badminton. Your donation was very helpful in getting us racquets, birdies, and various other equipment including ping pong gear. We appreciate you greatly!!!!","fullyFundedDate":1778022860775,"projectUrl":"project/net-sports-at-sh-community-school/10068296/","projectTitle":"Net Sports at SH Community School","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sharry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2578829_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y304&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769614242424","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2578829"},{"teacherId":2578829,"projectId":10068387,"letterContent":"The CPR kits that you generously helped us purchase at South High Community School have been instrumental in pushing us to reach our goal of getting everyone in our school CPR certified. The equipment is nice, clean, fresh and state of the art. We love it, and we appreciate your generosity! The SONIC Foundation and additional wonderful donors were instrumental in funding this project that provided amazing manikins and other tools to help our awesome instructors teach our awesome kids this potentially life saving CPR skill!!!!","fullyFundedDate":1778022860952,"projectUrl":"project/cpr-aed-training/10068387/","projectTitle":"CPR & AED Training","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sharry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2578829_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y304&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769614242424","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2578829"},{"teacherId":539528,"projectId":9929335,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our students through the donation of team-building supplies. These resources will have an impact far beyond a single class or athletic season. They will give our students opportunities to work together, communicate, problem-solve, build trust, and develop stronger connections with their peers.\r\n\r\nThe supplies will be used throughout our Physical Education classes as well as with our school athletic teams. In PE, students will participate in cooperative challenges and activities that encourage everyone to contribute, regardless of athletic ability or previous experience. These activities help students discover that being a successful team member is not just about being the fastest, strongest, or most skilled—it is about listening, encouraging others, communicating, and working toward a common goal.\r\n\r\nFor our athletic teams, these supplies will provide coaches with creative ways to strengthen team chemistry and build relationships both on and off the field. Team-building activities can help athletes learn to trust one another, communicate under pressure, support teammates, and understand the importance of every person's role.\r\n\r\nThis is particularly meaningful in our diverse school community, where students come from many different backgrounds and experiences. Team-building activities create opportunities for students who might not normally interact to work together and learn from one another. A simple challenge can turn classmates into teammates and help students feel more connected to their school community.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping us create experiences where students can laugh together, challenge themselves, encourage one another, and experience the power of working as a team. These are skills that extend well beyond the gym or playing field and can positively influence how students interact with their classmates, teachers, families, and future communities.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping us create a school environment where every student has an opportunity to participate, belong, and contribute.","fullyFundedDate":1769607964445,"projectUrl":"project/teambuilding-in-phys-ed/9929335/","projectTitle":"Teambuilding in Phys Ed","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brunelle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp539528_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1508785873910","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/meg-brunelle"},{"teacherId":539528,"projectId":10324829,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our South High field hockey players. Your donation of high-quality field hockey sticks is providing our athletes with much more than new equipment—it is providing confidence, opportunity, and a sense of belonging.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, purchasing a high-quality field hockey stick is simply not financially possible. When some athletes arrive at practice with equipment that is significantly different from what their teammates are using, it can be difficult for them to feel like they truly fit in. Your generosity helps remove that barrier. Our players can now step onto the field with equipment they can be proud of and know that they have the same opportunity to learn, practice, and compete alongside their teammates.\r\n\r\nThe impact is especially meaningful for students who are new to field hockey. Having quality equipment allows them to focus on learning the game and developing their skills rather than feeling self-conscious about what they are using. It helps create an environment where every athlete feels valued and included, regardless of their family's financial circumstances.\r\n\r\nYour support also allows us to provide our players with equipment that can withstand the demands of daily practice and help them continue developing their skills. Every time a student picks up one of these sticks, they are reminded that someone believed they deserved the opportunity to have the tools necessary to succeed.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping us create a field hockey program where every player has the opportunity to feel confident, included, and proud to be part of the team. Your generosity is making a lasting difference on and off the field.","fullyFundedDate":1787172371344,"projectUrl":"project/future-field-hockey-champions/10324829/","projectTitle":"Future Field Hockey Champions","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brunelle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp539528_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1508785873910","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/meg-brunelle"},{"teacherId":7587075,"projectId":10287437,"letterContent":"Thank you so much to everyone who donated storage bins to our PE program! These bins are going to make a huge difference in keeping our equipment organized, protected, and easy for students to access throughout the school year. With so much equipment being used every day, having a safe and organized place to store everything will help us keep our gear in great shape and make our classes run much smoother. We truly appreciate your support of our students and our PE program. Your generosity helps us create a better experience for our students every day!","fullyFundedDate":1785801795674,"projectUrl":"project/safe-storage/10287437/","projectTitle":"Safe Storage","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7587075"},{"teacherId":7587075,"projectId":10321391,"letterContent":"This decline adjustable bench will give our high school PE students a great new way to build strength, improve core stability, and add variety to their workouts. Students will be able to safely perform different exercises and adjust the bench to fit their skill level. Having new equipment like this keeps our fitness activities fresh and gets more students excited to participate. It will be used by students throughout the school year and will be a great addition to our PE program. We truly appreciate our donors for helping us give our students better equipment and more opportunities to get active!","fullyFundedDate":1784245933721,"projectUrl":"project/strong-cores-matter/10321391/","projectTitle":"Strong Cores Matter","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7587075"},{"teacherId":5404800,"projectId":10157780,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in donating to my classroom. This year, my students are especially excited to read The Hunger Games and start our \"Hero's Journey\" unit, thanks to blockbusters this summer! \r\nI am so thankful for people like you who consistently provide for the students in our world. By offering them engaging materials, such as class copies of The Hunger Games, you are opening them up to a new world and so many additional doors and opportunities.\r\nAgain, thank you so much for your kindness. It will undoubtedly be paid back in the future!","fullyFundedDate":1773843917454,"projectUrl":"project/the-hunger-games-in-a-heros-journey/10157780/","projectTitle":"\"The Hunger Games\" in A Hero's Journey","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jankins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5404800_orig.jpg?crop=237,237,x0,y12&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773422374393","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5404800"},{"teacherId":5404800,"projectId":10151399,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in donating to our English classroom. Although it is the first few weeks of school, my students have already started to explore the materials that your donations purchased! They are so excited to read such incredible books in an accessible way. \r\nWhen I first introduced that we would be reading \"Romeo and Juliet\", the groans and attitude was apparent. However, after showing them the graphic novel version, they were actually excited and intrigued with Shakespeare! A HUGE win, especially for freshmen!\r\nAgain, thank you so much for all that you've contributed. My hope is that your impact will be seen and felt in the years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1773843917676,"projectUrl":"project/romeo-and-juliet-with-essential-contex/10151399/","projectTitle":"\"Romeo and Juliet\" with Essential Context for English Language Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jankins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5404800_orig.jpg?crop=237,237,x0,y12&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773422374393","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5404800"},{"teacherId":7587075,"projectId":10324846,"letterContent":"Our students were incredibly excited to receive these high quality Wilson GST footballs! For many of our PE students, having new equipment makes a huge difference in how excited they are to participate and learn. The new footballs give students the opportunity to practice throwing, catching, passing, and playing games with equipment they can be proud to use. Instead of sharing a few older footballs, more students can now participate at the same time and stay active. These donations are helping make PE more fun, engaging, and inclusive while giving our students a chance to build confidence, teamwork, and a love for the game!","fullyFundedDate":1784245934124,"projectUrl":"project/flying-pigskins/10324846/","projectTitle":"Flying Pigskins","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7587075"},{"teacherId":5313422,"projectId":10312386,"letterContent":"Thank you so much to everyone who supported our \"Building Independence Through Cooking: Life Skills Kitchen Supplies Needed!\" project! ❤️\r\n\r\nAlthough school doesn't officially start until August 31st, our Life Skills kitchen is already ready to go! The cabinets and drawers are labeled, and all of the new supplies are out and visible for our students to see. I can't wait to see their faces when they walk in and discover the new pans, bowls, mixers, and other kitchen supplies!\r\n\r\nOur students LOVE to cook, and these new materials will give them even more opportunities to build confidence, learn important life skills, and become more independent in the kitchen.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your generosity and for helping us create a space where our students can learn, grow, and feel successful. Thank you for investing in their independence! ❤️👩‍🍳🧑‍🍳","fullyFundedDate":1784250968215,"projectUrl":"project/building-independence-through-cooking-l/10312386/","projectTitle":"Building Independence Through Cooking: Life Skills Kitchen Supplies Needed!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Boyle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5313422_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764877100310","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5313422"},{"teacherId":7564353,"projectId":10321013,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your continued generosity. Our PE department and our fitness room would not be what it is today without your kindness. The students are in awe at what continues to come in for them to use- I can see the impact the equipment has on their physical and mental health and their love for a healthy lifestyle is evident!\r\n\r\nOur students learned the importance of giving back and how much it can mean for the receiving end. Thank you for the (continued) donation and the life lesson! Our students could not achieve what they have thus far without you!\r\n\r\nThese weights/plates help fulfill the goal of trying to bring the best equipment to these students who otherwise would not have the opportunity to utilize the equipment. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for helping our school and community our with your donation!","fullyFundedDate":1785801796532,"projectUrl":"project/weights-for-team-sports/10321013/","projectTitle":"Weights for Team Sports","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Gibbons","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7564353_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664553288298","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7564353"},{"teacherId":7564353,"projectId":10321017,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your continued generosity. Our PE department and our fitness room would not be what it is today without your kindness. The students are in awe at what continues to come in for them to use- I can see the impact the equipment has on their physical and mental health and their love for a healthy lifestyle is evident!\r\n\r\nOur students learned the importance of giving back and how much it can mean for the receiving end. Thank you for the (continued) donation and the life lesson! Our students could not achieve what they have thus far without you!\r\n\r\nThese dumbbells help fulfill the goal of trying to bring the best equipment to these students who otherwise would not have the opportunity to utilize the equipment.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for helping our school and community our with your donation!","fullyFundedDate":1784245935141,"projectUrl":"project/dumbbells-to-improve-fitness/10321017/","projectTitle":"Dumbbells to improve fitness","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Gibbons","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7564353_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664553288298","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7564353"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_45169","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1800,"numTeachers":97,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":9,"percentBlack":19,"percentWhite":22,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":44,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":4,"gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"18.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":66.9,"schoolId":45169,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about South High Community School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"South High Community School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/massachusetts/worcester-public-schools/south-high-community-school/45169"}