{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"George Westinghouse College Preparatory","outOfStateSupporters":40.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":550843,"projectId":9653206,"letterContent":"Your generous donation of hand sanitizer, bandages, scissors, markers, and storage containers has made a tremendous difference in our classroom community. The health and hygiene supplies have helped keep our learning space clean, safe, and comfortable for students. With readily available sanitizer and bandages, students are able to take care of small needs quickly and independently, minimizing disruptions and allowing them to stay focused on learning.\r\n\r\nThe scissors, markers and storage containers have brought new energy and organization to our daily routines. Students now have access to bright, reliable materials that support creative work, group projects, and hands-on activities. The new storage solutions have also helped us create a more structured and welcoming environment, where supplies are easy to find and students feel a stronger sense of ownership over their space.\r\n\r\nYour support has had a meaningful and lasting impact. Because of your generosity, students can learn in a cleaner, more efficient, and more engaging classroom. Thank you for believing in our school and investing in our students' success.","fullyFundedDate":1758222224512,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials/9653206/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Foley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jmdevine"},{"teacherId":8720310,"projectId":9732481,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations! Books arrived a few weeks ago and were distributed to students last week at our second meeting of the year. Students are super excited to get started reading.\r\n\r\nOne of our freshman students in book club shared that her favorite book was one she was introduced to by her older brother. He was a member of our book club before graduating and was able to share and gift the book to her after reading it for the club, which I think really demonstrates the power of being able to give students these books to keep to build their own collection and share with families and friends.\r\n\r\nWe also have had elections for club and our new executive board is hard at work to help make meetings and discussions engaging and fun for the rest of our members. Thank you all again, none of this would be possible without you!","fullyFundedDate":1758807084198,"projectUrl":"project/gwcp-book-club-expand-students-reading/9732481/","projectTitle":"GWCP Book Club: Expand Students' Reading Experiences 2025-2026","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Nelson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8720310_orig.jpg?crop=288,288,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664469870625","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8720310"},{"teacherId":16546,"projectId":9275729,"letterContent":"I am so thankful that you have helped to build our classroom library. Free voluntary reading is so important to the development of my students' language skills. \r\n\r\nAllowing students to choose books they are actually interested in helps us to move more smoothly and happily through the year with this task. With your support I was able to add many sports-related books to my collection including ones featuring female athletes and famous athletes. In addition I have many students interested in mysteries and dramatic books so buying a few copies of La Llorona amongst other mysteries will help keep them engaged while also adding new cultural knowledge to their toolbag.","fullyFundedDate":1746567932782,"projectUrl":"project/we-are-readers-somos-lectores/9275729/","projectTitle":"We are Readers! Somos Lectores!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Prendergast","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp16546_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1472601414990","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/vamosapanama"},{"teacherId":316895,"projectId":9239482,"letterContent":"It's not often that I have the opportunity to detour from my regular curriculum, particularly in AP math classes, and spend time doing something just for pleasure. Our AP Statistics and Precalculus courses both have structured time lines in order to cover all of the material prior to formal testing in the spring. \r\n\r\nBringing \"The Joy of X\" into my classroom has given me the opportunity to say to my students \"let's stop and read for 20 minutes.\" They pick up their books and silently read. We then discuss and summarize the chapter(s) for the day and then move on to regular course work. The beauty of this book is that it brings mathematical topics down to a level where everyone can see how mathematics exists in the everyday world. It shows that math isn't just a collection of formulas, but arrangements of patterns and shapes that are visible to everyone. I love seeing my students read for pleasure and voluntarily offer their thoughts on the passages. \r\n\r\nThank you for bringing this joy to my classrooms.","fullyFundedDate":1753381102985,"projectUrl":"project/the-joy-of-x-a-must-read-for-math-class/9239482/","projectTitle":"The Joy of X: A Must-Read for Math Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. I.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp316895_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1468432604536","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-ivanisevic"},{"teacherId":7146397,"projectId":9327050,"letterContent":"Thanks for your donation to our classroom. My students were so happy to know we have plenty of materials to practice in class and most that they can use less creen time and do hands on activities. Students have the opportunity to complete projects on paper and be able to write instead of typing, coloring is an acitivy they love and they had the opportunity to use the paper to color spanish activities, such as vocabulary activities. \r\nWe appreacited your donations and we hope that in the future you can helps us to grow in our class.","fullyFundedDate":1746698835351,"projectUrl":"project/less-screen-time-and-more-hands-on-activ/9327050/","projectTitle":"Less Screen Time and More Hands on Activities!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Florenzano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7146397_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1620416114443","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7146397"},{"teacherId":316895,"projectId":9133143,"letterContent":"This was one of the most exciting projects our department engaged in since returning from the pandemic. Typical curriculum doesn't leave much room for projects such as this. This hands-on activity fostered critical team-building skills, as students collaborated to design and construct their bridges, learning to communicate and problem-solve together.\r\n\r\nWe know that student engagement is a factor in learning and our teachers agreed that engagement was at a maximum! Students worked in small groups planning and building their bridges. Upon completion, different classes met in the school atrium where weights wrestle placed on bridges and a competition ensued. It was exciting to hear students cheering one another on and seeing the excitement as their creations held more weight than anticipated. I also appreciated the discussion of bridge design that happened in small groups as bridges were being put through the weight test. Listening to students reflect on their work and plan for future projects was valuable to our student growth.","fullyFundedDate":1742935859900,"projectUrl":"project/building-bridges-in-math-class/9133143/","projectTitle":"Building Bridges in Math Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. I.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp316895_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1468432604536","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-ivanisevic"},{"teacherId":550843,"projectId":8986121,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation that made it possible for my Spanish students to receive new reading materials. Your support has brought energy, engagement, and excitement into our classroom in ways that words can hardly express.\r\n\r\nWith these new books and reading resources, students now have access to stories and texts that are not only culturally rich but also appropriate for their language level. This has made reading in Spanish more approachable, enjoyable, and meaningful for them. It's one thing to teach a language with worksheets—it's another to see students light up as they connect with characters, explore new ideas, and experience the joy of reading in another language.\r\n\r\nThese materials have helped build both language skills and confidence. Students are now reading more frequently, asking thoughtful questions, and making personal connections to the content. For many of them, this is the first time they've been able to see themselves as readers in Spanish—and that shift is incredibly powerful.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has given my students not just books, but opportunities: to grow as learners, to deepen their appreciation for language and culture, and to see that there are people out there who care about their education.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of our hearts—gracias. Your support means the world to us.","fullyFundedDate":1739565263814,"projectUrl":"project/reading-in-spanish-can-be-fun/8986121/","projectTitle":"Reading in Spanish Can Be Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Foley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jmdevine"},{"teacherId":550843,"projectId":8985987,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation that allowed us to receive Spanish grammar charts for our classroom. Your support has made a meaningful difference in the daily learning experience of my students.\r\n\r\nThe grammar charts have quickly become a central part of our instruction. For many students, visual aids are essential for understanding and retaining new language concepts. These charts provide clear, accessible references for verb conjugations, sentence structures, and vocabulary rules—resources that were previously missing in our room.\r\n\r\nSince introducing the charts, I've noticed a real improvement in students' confidence and participation. When faced with grammar questions, they now have a reliable point of reference that encourages independence and reduces frustration. It's been especially helpful for visual learners and English Language Learners, who benefit greatly from being able to see the structure of the language laid out clearly.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, your contribution has also sent a powerful message to my students: that there are people out there who care about their education and believe in their success. That kind of encouragement is priceless.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and support. Your generosity is helping to build a strong foundation in Spanish for every student in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1739565644353,"projectUrl":"project/spanish-grammar-support-for-students-tak/8985987/","projectTitle":"Spanish Grammar Support for Students Taking AP Spanish Language","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Foley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jmdevine"},{"teacherId":9753944,"projectId":8844461,"letterContent":"Thank you all again for your generous contribution to EPICK Friends! Your donations have truly made a difference in the lives of these students and I would like to share with you how your support is impacting our EPICK Friends program. \r\n\r\nThe EPICK Friends has been meeting monthly providing a consisted opportunity for students to engage in fun and enriching activities that build both their social and cognitive skills. With your donations the students are always able to have a snack together to start our meeting and catch up. We also have been utilizing all of the craft supplies and games in order to create an environment that encourages creatively, teamwork and self-expression. In December, the students worked together to build gingerbread houses. They loved this hands-on activity and working with their mentors to create something together. The materials you provided for this project and others have been essential in foster a positive and interactive learning atmosphere. \r\n\r\nEPICK Friends is something that both the mentee's and mentor's look forward to each month. For some of them it is the best part of their month! I appreciate your support with making this program such a fun and interactive experience for everyone. I look forward to continuing to provide new and exciting opportunities for the students to engage in together. Thank you for making a difference in the lives of these students!","fullyFundedDate":1728578691875,"projectUrl":"project/support-epick-friends-mentoring-group/8844461/","projectTitle":"Support EPICK FRIENDS! Mentoring Group for Students with Disabilities.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kyme","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9753944_orig.jpg?crop=288,288,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727812395431","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9753944"},{"teacherId":316895,"projectId":8720863,"letterContent":"Thank you for your extremely generous donation to my classroom. As a math teacher, I often find it necessary to differentiate between numbers, expressions, or models to highlight similarities or differences. Colors can make this learning experience more clear for students. For example, similar angles or parts of triangles can be highlighted in different colors in order to stress similarities or differences. Color bar graphs allow for coding and can easily describe data.\r\n\r\nStudents often graph in my classroom. Seeing graphs differentiated by colors allow for students to clearly identify parts, compare transformations and highlight corresponding parts. \r\n\r\nThe uses for our classroom are infinite. I thank you again for your generous donation.","fullyFundedDate":1728578692319,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-learning-materials-a-request-f/8720863/","projectTitle":"Colorful Learning Materials: A Request for Classroom Printing Support","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. I.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp316895_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1468432604536","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-ivanisevic"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_97277","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1225,"numTeachers":67,"percentFrplEligible":75,"percentAsian":6,"percentBlack":46,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":42,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"18.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":59.9,"schoolId":97277,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about George Westinghouse College Preparatory on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"George Westinghouse College Preparatory","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/illinois/chicago-public-school-district-299/westinghouse-high-school/97277"}