{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Trenton Central High School","outOfStateSupporters":47.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6925761,"projectId":10024036,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been transformed in meaningful ways. We are using these new resources daily to support hands-on learning, emotional regulation, and student engagement. One powerful moment was watching students independently choose tools that helped them focus, calm their bodies, and fully participate in lessons—something many of them previously struggled with. These materials have allowed us to create a more supportive, responsive learning environment where students feel safe, seen, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate. There were smiles, curiosity, and thoughtful questions as they explored how each item could help them. Several students expressed that the resources made them feel \"calmer,\" \"more comfortable,\" and \"happy to be in class.\" Seeing their pride and ownership in caring for the materials reinforced just how impactful your support has been—not just academically, but emotionally as well.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these resources will continue to support our current lessons by helping students build independence, confidence, and self-regulation skills. As we move forward, students will use them during small-group instruction, independent work, and collaborative projects, allowing them to stay engaged and successful. Your contribution didn't just provide supplies—it gave our students tools to grow, thrive, and believe in themselves. 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This simple setup has become an essential part of our classroom routine. Students with running noses could quietly grab tissues and return to their work without interrupting their focus or the flow of instruction. The disinfecting wipes were used frequently to clean desks and shared materials, helping reduce the spread of illness. Students took ownership of keeping their workspace sanitized, which created a healthier environment for everyone and allowed learning to continue during the flu season. \r\nThank you again for your kindness and generosity. Your contribution has done more than provided supplies. It has shown my students that caring adults believe in their success and want them to thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1769363576634,"projectUrl":"project/a-little-warmth-goes-a-long-way/10052194/","projectTitle":"A Little Warmth Goes a Long Way","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10416035"},{"teacherId":3309726,"projectId":10024172,"letterContent":"On January 17, 2026, I was excited to find my Donors Choose project \"Brain Food\" had gotten fully funded! In this project I requested items to create a snack and drink cabinet in my classroom closet for students to have access to when arriving to school hungry or thirsty.\r\n Once the boxes began arriving students were eager to see what was inside. One student volunteered to build the cabinets. Others stocked it with the snacks and drinks once it was built. My students and I are forever grateful that they will now have a place to come if they are ever in need of some \"brain food\" to help get them through their classes. This would not have been possible without your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1768670763940,"projectUrl":"project/brain-food/10024172/","projectTitle":"Brain Food","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Seervai","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3309726_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698705481863","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alexandraseervai"},{"teacherId":3309726,"projectId":9789353,"letterContent":"On December 29, 2025, I was excited to find that my project Tools for Paper Arts had gotten fully funded! In this project I requested a new paper cutter to assist with cutting precise strips of paper for paper quilling in my Paper Arts unit as well as more laminating rolls that will enable specific works to be laminated upon completion.\r\n When the items arrived, students were curious about who sent them and what was in each box. Once unboxed, I showed the students our new supplies and how we will be using them to complete our paper arts unit. They were excited. The current paper cutter we have is over fifteen years old and no longer cuts straight lines. This will make their work look more clean and pristine and it is all thanks to your generous donation.","fullyFundedDate":1767040576002,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-paper-arts/9789353/","projectTitle":"Tools for Paper Arts","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Seervai","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3309726_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698705481863","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alexandraseervai"},{"teacherId":7000342,"projectId":10031661,"letterContent":"I want to express my heartfelt thanks for your generous donations of yarn and crochet supplies for my after school crochet/knitting club. Because of your kindness, my students - who began learning how to crochet just a few months ago - now have the materials they need to truly bring their creativity to life.\r\n\r\nWith your support, they've been able to practice their new skills while making a difference. They have made some beautiful hats scarves to donate the school's coat closet. It has been inspiring to watch their confidence grow with each stitch. Many students have a sense of accomplishment in creating something that gives back to their community and their pride in their work shines through every finished piece.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has done more than provide crafting supplies - it has helped foster patience, focus, and teamwork. Thank you for investing in our students's learning and self expression. You've made a lasting impact in Hooks - n - Needles, TCHS' crochet and knit club!","fullyFundedDate":1768701214102,"projectUrl":"project/crocheting-compassion/10031661/","projectTitle":"Crocheting Compassion","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Corvino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7000342_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y40&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725896951090","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7000342"},{"teacherId":10416035,"projectId":8898228,"letterContent":"When the supplies first arrived, students expressed genuine excitement and gratitude, with many noting how meaningful it was that everyone had access to essential materials. Items such as spiral notebooks, pencils, tissues, and classroom tools removed daily barriers that students face and allowed them to focus fully on learning. The spiral notebooks served as math journals where students organized their work, reflected on problem-solving strategies, and tracked their progress over time. Throughout our multi-step problem work, students routinely collaborated using the new notebooks and markers to explain their thinking, often referencing the math posters displayed around the room. Students shared that the classroom felt more welcoming and complete. \r\nAs students engaged in collaborative projects and daily problems-solving work, the positive effects of your contribution were evident each day. Your support made a lasting difference in our classroom. Thank you for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1729855962465,"projectUrl":"project/necessities-for-students-without/8898228/","projectTitle":"Necessities for Students Without","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10416035"},{"teacherId":9817749,"projectId":8906171,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our students at Trenton Central High School. Because of you, our classroom has been transformed into a more engaging, creative, and student-centered learning space.\r\n\r\nWe are already putting the new resources to meaningful use. Students are using them during hands-on projects that combine creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking. One standout moment occurred during a recent class project when students worked together to apply what they were learning in real time—supporting one another, problem-solving, and taking pride in their work. These resources allowed students to fully engage, rather than imagine what the lesson could look like.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement was immediate and genuine. Students gathered around with curiosity, asking questions and eagerly volunteering to be the first to try them out. Several students shared how valued they felt knowing that someone outside of our school believed in them and invested in their success. That sense of encouragement made a powerful impact on their confidence and motivation.\r\n\r\nYour contribution gave you a small window into our classroom, and we are grateful to share what's next. Students are currently building on these experiences by applying their new skills to upcoming lessons and projects that focus on deeper learning, self-expression, and real-world application. These resources will continue to support our students as they grow academically and creatively throughout the school year.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and belief in our students. Your support goes far beyond materials—it inspires confidence, opportunity, and hope.","fullyFundedDate":1730124305922,"projectUrl":"project/calming-corner-classroom-necessities/8906171/","projectTitle":"Calming Corner & Classroom Necessities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. A Coleman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9817749_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769707194417","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9817749"},{"teacherId":6130972,"projectId":10026184,"letterContent":"Thank You for Making a Real Difference!\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my classroom has truly become a safe, welcoming space where students feel cared for and supported. We are using the new resources daily during lunch and after school. Students gather to share snacks, relax on the bean bag seating, and connect through card games, board games, and supervised video games. These moments have created positive peer interactions, reduced stress, and strengthened relationships.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, their reactions said everything—smiles, laughter, and comments like, \"This feels like home,\" and \"Thank you for thinking about us.\" Many students shared that having a safe place to sit, eat, and decompress made them feel valued and seen.\r\n\r\nBecause their basic needs are being met, students are now more focused and engaged in class and leadership activities, including the Student Ambassador Club. The next steps include continuing leadership projects, academic goal-setting, and service opportunities, all supported by a space that prioritizes warmth, care, and belonging. Your support has made a lasting impact, and we are deeply grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1768676694132,"projectUrl":"project/meeting-warmth-care-and-nourishment-ne/10026184/","projectTitle":"Meeting Warmth, Care, and Nourishment Needs So Students Can Thrive","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Miglis' Animal Behavior & Biology Courses","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6130972_orig.jpg?crop=1815,1816,x0,y665&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768400923044","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6130972"},{"teacherId":9765492,"projectId":8803630,"letterContent":"The materials that the students used were invaluable in so many ways. When the students realized that they were getting professional materials, they immersed themselves in the work.\r\n\r\nOne great moment was when the students started to share their biographies with each other. The feeling of pride in their work was only eclipsed by their curiosity in what others had done. All of my students brought their project home to share with their family and friends. Many brought them back so the next group of students would have a great example to follow.","fullyFundedDate":1727022522274,"projectUrl":"project/student-biographies/8803630/","projectTitle":"Student Biographies","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Pyper","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9765492"},{"teacherId":9774192,"projectId":8814341,"letterContent":"The addition of crash pads in the sports medicine room has had a meaningful and positive impact on students' emotional well-being by providing a safe, regulated space to release stress, frustration, and emotional overload. For many students, particularly those managing trauma, anxiety, or high levels of external stress, the opportunity to engage in controlled physical release helps them regulate emotions before they escalate into crises.\r\n\r\nStudents have reported feeling calmer and more grounded after using the crash pads, allowing them to return to class with improved focus and emotional control. The pads offer a nonverbal outlet for emotions that students may not yet have the language or confidence to express, reinforcing that their feelings are valid and manageable. This has been especially beneficial during moments of acute distress, when traditional de-escalation strategies are less effective.\r\n\r\nFrom a school climate perspective, the crash pads have contributed to fewer classroom disruptions and reduced disciplinary referrals related to emotional dysregulation. They support restorative and trauma-informed practices by prioritizing regulation over punishment and dignity over removal. Overall, the presence of crash pads communicates to students that their emotional health is taken seriously and that the school is committed to providing supportive, responsive tools that help them succeed both academically and personally.","fullyFundedDate":1727107854732,"projectUrl":"project/crash-pads-for-confidence-boosting-ment/8814341/","projectTitle":"Crash Pads for Confidence: Boosting Mental Health Through Weightlifting","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dent","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9774192"},{"teacherId":3309877,"projectId":9452981,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our LEGO Club at Trenton Central High School. Because of your generosity, our students now have access to hands-on materials that spark creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork. LEGO Club is a place where students learn by building, testing ideas, and collaborating with their peers in a fun and welcoming environment. Your donation helps our students develop critical thinking and engineering skills while building confidence and a sense of belonging. For many of our students, this club is a bright spot in their school day and an opportunity to imagine new possibilities for their future. We are truly grateful for your support and belief in our students.","fullyFundedDate":1752194197391,"projectUrl":"project/tchs-lego-club/9452981/","projectTitle":"TCHS Lego Club","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Truppo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3309877_orig.jpg?crop=991,991,x890,y150&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651457881783","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3309877"},{"teacherId":3309877,"projectId":9715237,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of the Trenton Central High School LEGO Club. Your donation allowed us to purchase new LEGO sets that give students hands-on opportunities to design, build, and problem-solve together. With these kits, students are learning teamwork, creativity, and engineering skills while having fun and building confidence. Your kindness helps create a welcoming space where curiosity thrives and ideas come to life, regardless of background or experience. We are deeply grateful for your investment in our students and for helping inspire the builders, thinkers, and innovators of tomorrow. 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