{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Central High School","outOfStateSupporters":40.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9495977,"projectId":10003398,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations for my Students Basic Needs project. Your donations have made a huge impact for my students and has provided them with basic hygiene items that they often don't have on a regular basis. Having access to these items has lead to less stress or not knowing where their next meal will come from. It has also provided support to my students families who have younger siblings.\r\n\r\nYour donation has made more of an impact then you realize and provides a huge relief to educators who see students struggling on a day to day basis.\r\n\r\nThank you again so much for your kind generosity!\r\n\r\nMs. Washburn","fullyFundedDate":1768510712998,"projectUrl":"project/student-basic-needs/10003398/","projectTitle":"Student Basic Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Washburn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9495977_orig.jpg?crop=827,827,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711034520795","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9495977"},{"teacherId":10179630,"projectId":10200078,"letterContent":"When the box of tennis balls arrived, my students were immediately excited and curious about what was inside. As soon as they learned what the materials were for, they eagerly took ownership of the project by helping place the tennis balls onto the bottoms of their own chairs, making sure each one fit properly. \r\n\r\nWhat might have seemed like a small change quickly transformed our classroom environment. At the end of class that very first day, when students pushed their chairs back as the bell rang, the scraping sounds that normally filled the room were almost completely gone. In fact, the classroom next door was louder through the wall than our own classroom. Even substitute teachers and colleagues have commented on the noticeable difference in noise levels and the calmer atmosphere.\r\n\r\nThese resources are making an impact in ways that often go unseen but matter deeply for student learning. Our English Language Learners are better able to hear instruction and participate in discussions without competing with constant background noise. Students who have experienced trauma are able to feel safer and more regulated without sudden scraping sounds startling them throughout the day. Students are able to stay focused during tests and independent work, even when classmates get up to sharpen pencils or take bathroom breaks. The quieter environment has helped create a classroom that feels more peaceful, supportive, and conducive to learning for everyone!","fullyFundedDate":1776617310419,"projectUrl":"project/peace-and-quiet-for-growing-minds/10200078/","projectTitle":"Peace and Quiet for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nelson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10179630_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x1485,y2284&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776358092624","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10179630"},{"teacherId":9239783,"projectId":10186442,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom. The couch and weighted blanket have made a big difference in helping my students feel comfortable, calm, and ready to learn. Having flexible seating gives them choice and helps them stay focused and engaged throughout the day. I have seen students become more relaxed, confident, and willing to participate. These small changes have had a lasting impact on our daily learning. Your generosity has truly helped create a more positive and supportive learning environment. We are so grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1776378540711,"projectUrl":"project/comfort-care/10186442/","projectTitle":"Comfort & Care","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Bortle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrbortle"},{"teacherId":9925586,"projectId":10128440,"letterContent":"Because of your support, I was also able to store extra supplies for the upcoming school year and share materials with coworkers in my department. Not only did you impact my classroom, but you supported a wider group of students across our school. In a high school setting, the spotlight effect is real—students can lose confidence quickly, even from something as simple as a runny nose or needing sanitizer. Having these resources readily available removes that stress and allows students to focus on instruction and participation .We now use these supplies daily to keep our space clean, especially during group work and high-traffic periods.\r\nThank you for creating a more comfortable, confident, and focused learning environment for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1776359814980,"projectUrl":"project/spring-cleaning-keeping-our-classroom-h/10128440/","projectTitle":"Spring Cleaning: Keeping Our Classroom Healthy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Morgan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9925586_orig.jpg?crop=845,845,x308,y154&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739741373996","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msmorgan825"},{"teacherId":8402227,"projectId":9597289,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to this project. Having these items has truly made a difference in my classroom. You are directly impacting many English Language Learners who have been working to obtain new and perfect existing language acquisition skills.\r\n\r\nWe appreciate your donations, as they have made this school year even more interactive in our structured partner interactions. These items helped my students continue to build their skills and, most importantly, their confidence in receptive and productive English communication. We couldn't have made this growth without your support.","fullyFundedDate":1756405743624,"projectUrl":"project/clear-boards-clear-minds-whiteboard-to/9597289/","projectTitle":"Clear Boards, Clear Minds: Whiteboard Tools for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tapia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8402227_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y129&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731522303175","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-ctapia"},{"teacherId":9239783,"projectId":9953679,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations to my classroom project! My students and I are using these new resources daily to support a clean, comfortable, and focused learning environment. Lint rollers and tissues help students feel confident and prepared, while hygiene items like tampons and pads ensure no one misses class due to unexpected needs. Tide To Go sticks allow quick fixes for spills, reducing distractions and embarrassment. 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Your support has added joy, color, and connection to our classroom each day.","fullyFundedDate":1762266431343,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-creative-learning/9743668/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Creative Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Morgan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9925586_orig.jpg?crop=845,845,x308,y154&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739741373996","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msmorgan825"},{"teacherId":8371680,"projectId":9911191,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Bobcat Cafe, our student-run morning coffee shop that operates before school. Because of you, our students have the opportunity to run a real-world business, apply their classroom learning, and serve our school community. Your donations helped provide the tools and materials needed to make this experience possible, allowing students to build valuable skills such as teamwork, responsibility, customer service, financial literacy, and professionalism.\r\nOur students take great pride in opening the cafe each morning and learning what it means to work collaboratively, manage responsibilities, and engage with customers in a professional setting. We are extremely grateful for your belief in experiential learning and for investing in our students, our school, and their future. Thank you for making the Bobcat Cafe a reality! We look forward to sharing photos that show the impact of your generosity. \r\nWith appreciation,\r\n\r\nCentral High School","fullyFundedDate":1764178835349,"projectUrl":"project/bobcat-cafe/9911191/","projectTitle":"Bobcat Cafe","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Patricia Laureano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8371680"},{"teacherId":9081199,"projectId":9513378,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in helping our cheer team receive a new tumbling mat. Your donation through DonorsChoose has made a meaningful difference for our athletes, and we are incredibly grateful for your kindness and belief in our program.\r\n\r\nThis tumbling mat will provide a safer, more supportive surface for our cheerleaders as they practice jumps, stunts, and tumbling skills. Having proper equipment allows our team to build confidence, improve technique, and reduce the risk of injury while working hard to reach their goals.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our cheerleaders can train with greater focus and enthusiasm, knowing that people in our community care about their success. Thank you again for investing in our team and for helping create opportunities that will have a lasting impact on our athletes. We truly appreciate your generosity and support.","fullyFundedDate":1758294240362,"projectUrl":"project/ive-got-your-back-backwards-tumbling-m/9513378/","projectTitle":"I've got your back! Backwards Tumbling Mat for Cheer","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kostelecky","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9081199_orig.jpg?crop=1637,1637,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689624716127","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/misskostelecky"},{"teacherId":8494602,"projectId":9742201,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been filled with excitement, pride, and motivation. The tumblers with straws and lids, graduation cords, acrylic medal awards, cartoon keychains, skinny tumblers, and mixed fruit snacks have become powerful tools for encouragement and celebration in our learning community.\r\n\r\nWe are using these new resources as incentives and recognition tools to celebrate student achievements, positive behavior, and academic growth. Students earn the tumblers, medals, and keychains for meeting learning goals, showing perseverance, and supporting one another. The graduation cords and awards have helped us talk about goal-setting and future success, allowing students to see themselves as scholars working toward milestones beyond the classroom. Even the mixed fruit snacks have played a role—used during celebrations and small-group activities, they create moments of joy and connection while reinforcing positive behavior.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their reactions were priceless. Their faces lit up with smiles, cheers, and curiosity. Many students immediately asked what they could do to earn an award or tumbler, which opened meaningful conversations about responsibility, effort, and personal growth. Seeing tangible rewards helped students feel proud of their hard work and motivated them to keep pushing forward.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, students are now more engaged in current lessons and classroom projects. They are setting goals, tracking progress, and encouraging each other to succeed. Our next steps include continuing to use these items to recognize academic achievements, celebrate growth milestones, and reinforce positive classroom culture. You've helped create an environment where students feel valued, inspired, and excited to learn—and that impact will last far beyond this school year.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving our students not just materials, but confidence, motivation, and moments they will always remember.","fullyFundedDate":1767211215224,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-our-seniors-as-they-take-the/9742201/","projectTitle":"Supporting Our Seniors as They Take the Next Step","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reema","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8494602_orig.jpg?crop=1170,1170,x0,y19&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661382325842","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8494602"},{"teacherId":8494602,"projectId":9796930,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in providing a scanner for our senior students. This technology has already made a meaningful difference in their academic journeys, particularly as they prepare for college applications, scholarships, and Dual Enrollment courses at our local community colleges.\r\n\r\nMany of our students do not have access to reliable technology at home, and something as simple as a scanner can become a major barrier. College and scholarship applications often require students to submit transcripts, recommendation letters, identification documents, financial forms, and signed paperwork—most of which must be uploaded digitally. Because of your support, our students are now able to complete these requirements independently, accurately, and on time.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting aspect of this new technology for students is the sense of independence and confidence it provides. Instead of worrying about how they will digitize important documents, students can focus on the quality of their applications and their future goals. The scanner has become an essential tool during application workshops, advising sessions, and Dual Enrollment enrollment periods, allowing students to move seamlessly from paper to digital submissions.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have especially benefited from this resource. First-generation college-bound seniors, in particular, have embraced the scanner as it helps level the playing field. One student shared that having immediate access to scanning made the scholarship process feel \"possible\" for the first time. Another student pursuing Dual Enrollment was able to quickly submit required forms and secure placement in college-level courses—an opportunity that will save time and money while earning college credit.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has removed a hidden obstacle and replaced it with opportunity. This scanner is more than a piece of equipment—it represents access, equity, and belief in our students' potential. Because of you, our seniors are better prepared, more confident, and one step closer to achieving their educational dreams.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and their futures.","fullyFundedDate":1767211213790,"projectUrl":"project/helping-students-scan-their-way-to-colle/9796930/","projectTitle":"Helping Students Scan Their Way to College","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reema","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8494602_orig.jpg?crop=1170,1170,x0,y19&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661382325842","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8494602"},{"teacherId":9005079,"projectId":9529175,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students are now using these new resources every day in meaningful, hands-on ways. One standout moment was during a recent lesson when students worked collaboratively to apply what they were learning using the new materials. They are able to focus on their classwork more because of the snacks and the fidget toys and therefore able to collaborate with others as well.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the reaction was priceless. Students' faces lit up as they explored everything, asking questions and immediately brainstorming how they could use them. \r\n\r\nThanks to your support, this project is just the beginning. Next, students will build on these skills as we move into our upcoming lesson, where they will apply what they've learned to a larger project that encourages creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration. 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