{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Washburn High School","outOfStateSupporters":32.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9568444,"projectId":9361716,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations to my classroom. My students are able to retreat to my calm ocean oasis classroom to decompress during the school day. The fish lights, aquarium and calming light covers add to the peaceful atmosphere of our room. The diffuser and air fresheners help to create a welcoming bathroom space for my students to feel comfortable and safe. The foot lever operated garbage can allows for my students' personal cares to be completed with dignity. \r\n\r\nMy students and staff feel comfortable and cared for in the serene classroom space you helped me create with your generous donations. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1752166009065,"projectUrl":"project/ocean-oasis-classroom/9361716/","projectTitle":"Ocean Oasis Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Karrie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9568444_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y735&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725756864169","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-karriemueller"},{"teacherId":9568444,"projectId":9200741,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project. My students learn valuable employment skills while serving our staff from our coffee cart. They have gained confidence through daily interactions with different staff in our building and have made personal connections which makes their day more enjoyable. Our students and staff work together to make our coffee cart a valuable addition to our school climate. \r\n We also thank you for the board games included in the donation package. They love ending our days playing games, such as Candyland. The learn valuable soft skills while waiting for their turn, following the rules and being a good sport. These skills transfer over to the coffee cart which have been learned while having fun. \r\n Thank you for helping my students engage in fun activities while learning important employment skills!","fullyFundedDate":1746786252500,"projectUrl":"project/building-community-through-coffee-and-ga/9200741/","projectTitle":"Building Community through Coffee and Games!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Karrie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9568444_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y735&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725756864169","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-karriemueller"},{"teacherId":794563,"projectId":8686232,"letterContent":"Thank you for making our classroom a joyful, calm environment full of engaging books! When I first found out I was teaching in a windowless room this year, I was worried. I didn't want my students to feel depressed or disengaged about being in an uninspired learning environment. The fluorescent lights were glaring and awful, especially first thing in the morning!\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, I was able to order floor lamps and twinkle lights with warm lighting, so we don't use the overhead lights. That alone has a huge impact on my students' ability to self-regulate and focus. In addition, I was able to order soft, colorful floor seating to create a reading nook. Many of my students struggle with anxiety or emotional regulation and they ask to use the reading nook to take a break. I also ordered young adult novels and comics based on student recommendation. They were so excited to see the books they requested arrive. \r\n\r\nWhen I first entered my new classroom at the beginning of the school year, I never could have imagined how lovely the space would become. My students seek out my classroom when they are feeling overwhelmed or anxious. Thanks for playing a role in improving my students' well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1724538396321,"projectUrl":"project/calm-classroom-for-social-emotional-supp/8686232/","projectTitle":"Calm Classroom for Social Emotional Support","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kochick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/794563"},{"teacherId":9568444,"projectId":8677170,"letterContent":"My students enjoy and use the items donated every school day. The water timers are on their desks and students use them when they need to regulate their bodies. The fluorescent light covers dim the bright classroom lights and provide a calm atmosphere to our classroom. The students enjoy the vivid images, especially the aquarium pictures. \r\n My students clapped when they saw the giant bean bag and were so excited to lounge and relax in our classroom. There were lots of oohs and aahs as we opened packages. We were very excited during mail delivery. \r\n Our next steps are to incorporate the calming materials into our daily routine. My students are working very hard to learn self regulation strategies as they mature. We are using these techniques to learn how to communicate our needs in an age appropriate manner in high school and in our community.","fullyFundedDate":1724201262727,"projectUrl":"project/so-emo-social-emotional-retreat/8677170/","projectTitle":"So-Emo (Social Emotional) Retreat","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Karrie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9568444_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y735&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725756864169","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-karriemueller"},{"teacherId":9782336,"projectId":8834916,"letterContent":"Students in our Special Ed programs have diverse and various needs. Not the least of which is their mental health. Your donations of hands-on materials (water timers, magic sand, for example) are calming, distracting and/or centering, allowing students to stay or get back on to the learning tasks at hand. \r\n\r\nAs you may or may not know, special education services are mandated by the federal government, but not fully funded. Your generous help allows us to meet needs that might otherwise go unmet. And funding spec. ed. programs also puts dollars back into all of the other programs needed at our schools. \r\n\r\nThank you for remembering our high school students with special needs. We are deeply appreciative.","fullyFundedDate":1727661464557,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-with-our-mental-health/8834916/","projectTitle":"Help Us With Our Mental Health!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mary","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9782336"},{"teacherId":7676542,"projectId":8793779,"letterContent":"Our 9th grade English team is so glad to have a class set of headphones for our students. These headphones allow them to do a couple of really important things. \r\n\r\nThe first thing is that they are able to use them to listen to music or just block out some quieter classroom sounds during individual work times. We are a \"no phones out in class\" school, so the headphones allow everyone to connect to their Chromebooks. They are also an equalizer so that not only students who can afford their own headphones have this opportunity, but it is available to everyone, with the same equipment. For students who are neurodivergent or have mental health issues, it is especially important to be able to create a more private space in a crowded classroom. We are appreciative that the Google Mental health initiative came through for us. \r\n\r\nAnother thing that the headphones are very useful for is listening to audiobooks. We try to have audiobooks available for all the titles that we study in English. Some students just prefer it and some students really need that option because of disability or skill. With headphones, students can listen at their own paces, pausing to take notes or rewinding to listen again. Additionally, some of the texts that we study touch on difficult or uncomfortable topics and it can be better for students to be listening on their own, rather than hearing a character use offensive language as a class. The privacy of the headphones makes it more like regular reading and less like someone has brought that situation into our classroom space.","fullyFundedDate":1726609892253,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-and-tote-for-9th-graders/8793779/","projectTitle":"Headphones and Tote for 9th Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hollerich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7676542"},{"teacherId":9783777,"projectId":8839366,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donations of noise canceling headphones, coloring books and pencils, and bookmarks. The advantage of simple noise cancelling headphones is that they do not require power, they simply create a physical barrier to block external sounds which allows students to focus on reading, taking tests or working on projects. It is like swimming under water where all of the sounds are blocked and students can concentrate on their task at hand in peace. \r\n\r\nThe coloring books, pencils and bookmarks provide an outlet for students who want to relax and unwind during their school day. We have a specific place in our library where students can go to take a break and the coloring books help them to center themselves. When students check out a book, they love choosing bookmarks that represent themselves and coloring them with their favorite colors.","fullyFundedDate":1727703229446,"projectUrl":"project/noise-reduction-headphones-bookmarks-a/8839366/","projectTitle":"Noise Reduction Headphones, Bookmarks, and Coloring Books Promote Mindfulness","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. McCreary","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9783777"},{"teacherId":9784977,"projectId":8842391,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your consideration and kindness. We have seen the lasting impacts of the pandemic on student's ability to maintain focus, regulate emotions, and use their time and resources efficiently. While it is great to have students back in the classroom, being physically present is only where the journey begins. \r\n\r\nThis project requested headphones, student white boards, and a digital clock. From the first day students walked in and saw the clock in the wall the comments from students began immediately. \"That clock is awesome\"! \"When did we get the big clock\"? \"It has a COUNTDOWN timer!?\" We have been using the white boards regularly for warm up activities to see how students are feeling, how they spent their weekends, how they think they did on a quiz, and so on. The headphones have allowed us additional opportunities to have students use speech to text and text to speech functions regularly. In addition we plan to use it for mediation practice in the future!","fullyFundedDate":1727786475215,"projectUrl":"project/mental-health-classroom-supports/8842391/","projectTitle":"Mental Health Classroom Supports","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Peterson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9784977"},{"teacherId":9779329,"projectId":8849856,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our classroom library. My students were so excited when the boxes of books arrived. We have read, \"The Crossover\" and had some great conversations. When we read in class, students take turns reading a paragraph or two. We stop often to discuss characters and themes. Students were very involved in discussing this book as it was about a teen and was a high interest theme of avenging a death or making a good choice. Students have previewed the other two books you donated, \"Ain't Burned All The Bright,\" and \"Ali Cross,\" and they are looking forward to reading these soon.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful to you for your support of literacy and mental health in our classroom. We had great discussions about the book, \"The Crossover,\" and students really enjoyed reading it. We use a collaborative classroom model in our English class which encourages students to build confidence in their ideas and opinions, and be willing to share their perspectives with peers. We also really focus on respect and listening skills, so everyone feels heard and respected. A book like \"The Crossover,\" provided high interest plot that our students could relate to, and as a result, they had a lot to say about the characters, plot and themes. \r\n\r\nThe Cheez-its were a huge hit with the students. They were so grateful to have these snacks that they all love.","fullyFundedDate":1727999998446,"projectUrl":"project/reluctant-readers-love-graphic-novels/8849856/","projectTitle":"Reluctant Readers Love Graphic Novels","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dunkle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9779329_orig.png?crop=345,345,x145,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727826355583","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9779329"},{"teacherId":9779329,"projectId":8825949,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our classroom library. My students were so excited when the boxes of books arrived. We have read, \"Long Way Down,\" and had some great conversations. When we read in class, students take turns reading a paragraph or two. We stop often to discuss characters and themes. Students were very involved in discussing this book as it was about a teen and was a high interest theme of avenging a death or making a good choice. \r\n\r\nThe students continue to spend free time at the end of class playing the Large Connect 4 Game. This helps to keep students engaged and communicating with each other to strengthen peer relationships in class. \r\n\r\nThe Infinity Cube is in high demand and students have to take turns. It is helpful to have this fidget to keep students focused during lessons. \r\n\r\nWe also had a great time making magnetic poetry with the Superhero kit. My students love superheroes, especially Spiderman.","fullyFundedDate":1727559061931,"projectUrl":"project/literacy-and-engagement-for-mental-healt/8825949/","projectTitle":"Literacy and Engagement for Mental Health","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dunkle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9779329_orig.png?crop=345,345,x145,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727826355583","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9779329"},{"teacherId":9780640,"projectId":8830695,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our classroom library. My students were so excited when the boxes of books arrived. We have read, \"The Stars Beneath our Feet,\" and had some great conversations. When we read in class, students take turns reading a paragraph or two. We stop often to discuss characters and themes. Students were very involved in discussing this book as it was about a teen and was a high interest theme of avenging a death or making a good choice. Students are very excited for the upcoming units to read the other titles, \"I'm Not Dying With You Tonight,\" and \"Ain't Burned All The Bright.\" \r\n\r\nWe are so grateful to you for your support of our classroom library. We use a collaborative classroom model in our English class which encourages students to build confidence in their ideas and opinions, and be willing to share their perspectives with peers. We also really focus on respect and listening skills, so everyone feels heard and respected. Books like the three titles you donated, provide high interest plot that our students could relate to, and as a result, they had a lot to say about the characters, plot and themes.","fullyFundedDate":1727647662364,"projectUrl":"project/promoting-self-exploration-through-liter/8830695/","projectTitle":"Promoting Self Exploration Through Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lyn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9780640"},{"teacherId":6725090,"projectId":8758439,"letterContent":"Impact Letter: \r\n\r\nI am so glad to have a class set of headphones for our students. These headphones allow them to do a couple of really important things. \r\n\r\nThe first thing is that they are able to use them to listen to music or just block out some quieter classroom sounds during individual work times. We are a \"no phones out in class\" school, so the headphones allow everyone to connect to their Chromebooks. They are also an equalizer so that not only students who can afford their own headphones have this opportunity, but it is available to everyone, with the same equipment. For students who are neurodivergent or have mental health issues, it is especially important for them to be able to create a more private space in a crowded classroom. I am appreciative that the Google Mental health initiative came through for us. \r\n\r\nAnother thing that the headphones are very useful for is listening to audiobooks. We try to have audiobooks available for all the titles that we study. Some students just prefer it and some students really need that option because of disability or skill. With headphones, students can listen at their own paces, pausing to take notes or rewinding to listen again. Additionally, some of the texts that we study touch on difficult or uncomfortable topics and it can be better for students to be listening on their own, rather than hearing a character use offensive language as a class. The privacy of the headphones makes it more like regular reading and less like someone has brought that situation into our classroom space.","fullyFundedDate":1726246465149,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-9th-graders/8758439/","projectTitle":"Headphones for 9th graders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dani","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6725090_orig.jpg?crop=787,787,x0,y47&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1566328197490","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6725090"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_75501","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1521,"numTeachers":86,"percentFrplEligible":57,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":15,"percentWhite":55,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":21,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"17.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":67.1,"schoolId":75501,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Washburn High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Washburn High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/minnesota/minneapolis-public-schools/washburn-high-school/75501"}