{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"North High School","outOfStateSupporters":35.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9713855,"projectId":9616546,"letterContent":"I want to extend my sincere gratitude for your generous donation of Legos to our Lego Club. Your contribution have had an immediate and meaningful impact on our students. With the variety of bricks and building sets students are now able to build more complex and imaginative creations. We have begun having weekly building challenges. The donation has sparked new levels of enthusiasm, collaboration, and problem-solving among club members, who look forward to every meeting with excitement.\r\n\r\nThe Legos have also allowed us to introduce more structured challenges and we are beginning to work on the replica of our school mascot, the mustang. Students have completed many of the sets and are excited to dive into the new ones we have received. Your generosity has truly enriched our program, and we are deeply appreciative of the opportunities it has created for our young builders. Thank you again for supporting our club and helping our students grow.","fullyFundedDate":1758855573510,"projectUrl":"project/lego-club/9616546/","projectTitle":"LEGO Club!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rosser","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9713855_orig.jpg?crop=761,761,x0,y136&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724892373417","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9713855"},{"teacherId":7811218,"projectId":9682404,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, my students have been able to explore two of the most fundamental processes in biology—cell division and photosynthesis—through hands-on inquiry and experimentation. These kits transformed abstract textbook concepts into real, visual learning experiences.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first opened the kits, their excitement filled the room—they couldn't believe they would be using professional-grade materials similar to what scientists use in labs. For many, this was their first time observing onion root tip slides under a microscope to identify different stages of mitosis or using materials to simulate the light-dependent reactions of photosynthesis. It sparked curiosity and led to thoughtful discussions about how life depends on these microscopic processes.\r\n\r\nWe're now using the kits as part of our ongoing unit on cellular processes, where students are designing mini investigations to test variables that affect photosynthesis rates, such as light intensity and color. This has allowed them to take ownership of their learning and apply scientific reasoning and data collection skills in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nYour contribution didn't just provide materials—it provided opportunities. You helped turn my classroom into a place where students can think, question, and explore like true scientists. Thank you for helping make that possible!","fullyFundedDate":1757564263397,"projectUrl":"project/inquiries-in-science-mitosis-photosyn/9682404/","projectTitle":"Inquiries in Science: Mitosis & Photosynthesis Kit","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Varela","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7811218"},{"teacherId":7811218,"projectId":9732389,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our science classroom has been transformed into a more engaging and hands-on learning environment. The new materials have allowed students to move beyond textbook learning and truly experience science through exploration and experimentation. With the addition of high-quality lab tools and technology, students can now collect accurate data, analyze results, and make real-world connections to the topics we study—something that wasn't possible before due to limited resources.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for my students has been the ability to conduct experiments that mirror what real scientists do. From examining cell structures under modern microscopes to testing hypotheses using digital sensors, students feel like true biologists in action. These materials have not only sparked curiosity but have also helped students who once struggled to stay engaged find new confidence in their abilities. One student, who was often hesitant to participate, now takes the lead in group investigations, proudly explaining the data collection process to classmates.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has closed important gaps in access and opportunity for our students. Many come from backgrounds where science tools like these are out of reach, and your support has made it possible for them to experience authentic, inquiry-based learning. Because of you, my students are not only learning science—they're seeing themselves as future scientists.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,\r\nLuis Varela","fullyFundedDate":1758854998216,"projectUrl":"project/closing-gaps-in-science-with-high-qualit/9732389/","projectTitle":"Closing Gaps in Science with High-Quality Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Varela","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7811218"},{"teacherId":8379888,"projectId":9441032,"letterContent":"First and foremost, I want to thank you all for your gratitude and willingness to give. Your kindness has brought so much joy to my students and they are taking full advantage of the space. \r\nSo far we have 5 support groups and a large club utilizing the space for their meetings. \r\nAlmost everyday at lunch the room is filled with students who are playing ping pong, partaking in crafts, and sometimes just relaxing while playing with the variety of stress toys and fidgets in the room.\r\nIn a society where education seems to be under fire, your donations have served as an extinguisher. Thank you for believing in what I do, but more importantly believing in our young people.","fullyFundedDate":1756498894623,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-space-for-healing-to-take-pla/9441032/","projectTitle":"Creating a Space for Healing to Take Place","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Goode","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8379888_orig.jpg?crop=713,713,x0,y49&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661205871720","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8379888"},{"teacherId":8379888,"projectId":9435738,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generosity in supporting my classroom project. Thanks to your contributions, we now have bean bag chairs, social-emotional posters, calming decorations, and stress toys that have truly transformed the atmosphere of our support room. These items have created a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for students who come in facing social-emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges.\r\n\r\nThe impact has been incredible. Students feel at ease settling into the bean bag chairs during group sessions, de-escalations, and mediations, which helps them open up and engage in meaningful conversations. The posters and other decorations provide daily reminders of resilience and positivity, while the stress toys give students tangible tools to manage emotions in the moment. I even have students wanting to keep the toys because they have worked so well. Comfort is everything in these situations, and your generosity has directly supported students in finding calm, building coping skills, and restoring focus. Thank you for investing in their well-being and helping create a space where they feel seen, supported, and safe.","fullyFundedDate":1751245422622,"projectUrl":"project/support-group-room/9435738/","projectTitle":"Support Group Room","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Goode","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8379888_orig.jpg?crop=713,713,x0,y49&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661205871720","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8379888"},{"teacherId":7811218,"projectId":9523214,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our science classroom has been transformed into a safer and more engaging space for learning. With the new resources, my students now have the opportunity to conduct hands-on experiments without the worry of outdated or unsafe equipment. Recently, we completed a lab on cell structure where students used microscopes and lab tools in a clean, organized environment. The improvement in focus and confidence was clear—students who were once hesitant to participate were now fully engaged, excited to share their discoveries.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students' faces lit up with excitement. Many of them shared how they had never used real lab equipment before, and seeing their curiosity come alive was a powerful moment. These resources have not only made our classroom safer but have also given my students the chance to experience science in a way that feels real and meaningful.\r\n\r\nWe're now moving into a unit on ecology, where students will be using the materials to investigate food chains, ecosystems, and human impacts on the environment. Thanks to you, they can do this work with confidence in a lab space that supports their safety and success. Your generosity has opened the door for my students to explore, ask questions, and think like scientists. We are so grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1755728799333,"projectUrl":"project/clean-and-safe-science-lab/9523214/","projectTitle":"Clean and Safe Science Lab","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Varela","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7811218"},{"teacherId":9056948,"projectId":9210127,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous gift of graphing composition notebooks! These have been so helpful to my students who come from low-income families and struggle to buy their own supplies. \r\n\r\nWe are still early in the year, but students have already begun filling their notebooks with notes on triangle theorems, quadrilateral categories, and algebra review concepts. We've also used these notebooks to practice measuring angles with protractors, which has been a great skill for students to help connect their learning with applications to the real world.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous donation! We will continue to use these notebooks throughout the year, including for a project where students measure the lengths of shadows and use trigonometry to calculate the height of tall objects outside!","fullyFundedDate":1748044482803,"projectUrl":"project/geometry-notebooks-for-exploring-the-phy/9210127/","projectTitle":"Geometry Notebooks for Exploring the Physical World","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Peiffer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9056948_orig.png?crop=358,358,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1684777141910","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9056948"},{"teacherId":3326142,"projectId":9009569,"letterContent":"The college shower is an incredible event that we have been putting on for many years in order to support our young scholars at North High School. It has become more and more essential to support our students with their basic needs. This is something that eliminates the barriers for students to move into the dorms. Our students have overcome so much to get to college only to receive the housing letter with the list of items needed to move in. Over the years that has meant that many students opt out of dorm life and even, at times, going to college. This event celebrates their successes and removes obstacles for them to focus on academics.\r\nIt's a fun day, as we applaud 25 college-bound high school seniors and present them with scholarships and gifts for college. Honorees are also \"showered' with toiletries, luggage, bedding, school supplies and many other essential items needed for life as a successful college student. At the event the graduates, family, friends, and supporters celebrate their achievements and support them as they continue to prove that they are strong and successful young adults. We would like to thank you for being a part of it!","fullyFundedDate":1741392694855,"projectUrl":"project/college-shower/9009569/","projectTitle":"College Shower","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Natalie Neer Hart","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3326142_orig.jpg?crop=794,794,x0,y82&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660246725022","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/natalie-neerhart"},{"teacherId":3326142,"projectId":8956537,"letterContent":"Mindfulness and self-regulation support groups have played a vital role in helping our students achieve success by addressing both their emotional well-being and academic performance. These groups offer students tools to manage stress, improve focus, and regulate their emotions, which directly impact their ability to succeed in the classroom and beyond. \r\n\r\nGroups have proven to improved Emotional Regulation. students often face high levels of stress due to personal, academic, and socio-economic challenges. Mindfulness practices teach students how to pause and reflect before reacting to situations. This fosters emotional regulation, reducing impulsive behaviors and promoting a calm, focused approach to problem-solving.\r\n\r\nWe also know that the supports increased Focus and Attention: Mindfulness exercises like meditation and breathing techniques have been shown to enhance concentration. Students become better at focusing on tasks, listening attentively in class, and completing assignments. This translates to improved academic performance and better retention of information.\r\n\r\nGroups have proven to reduce stress: Students experience high levels of stress related to academic pressures, family issues, or neighborhood safety concerns. Mindfulness techniques help students reduce stress, providing them with healthier coping strategies. A lower stress level contributes to better mental health and overall well-being, enabling students to perform at their best.\r\nMy hope is that it akso lends to both self-discipline and accountability: Self-regulation practices promote responsibility, encouraging students to take ownership of their actions and decisions. These skills help them develop better habits, such as staying organized, setting goals, and following through on commitments—essential qualities for academic success.\r\n\r\nBuilding Resilience: Mindfulness fosters resilience by teaching students to accept setbacks as part of the learning process. Instead of becoming discouraged by failures, students learn to bounce back, try again, and approach challenges with a positive mindset. This resilience is essential for long-term success in both education and life.\r\n\r\nImproved Relationships: Mindfulness and self-regulation also help students develop better relationships with peers and teachers. By becoming more empathetic and aware of their own emotional responses, students are able to communicate more effectively and resolve conflicts in a constructive manner.\r\n\r\nSupportive Learning Environment: These groups create a safe and supportive space where students can connect with others facing similar challenges. This sense of community fosters a positive school culture, encouraging students to stay engaged and motivated.\r\n\r\nInvesting in mindfulness and self-regulation support groups in high schools is an investment in the holistic development of students. By equipping them with tools to manage their emotions, improve focus, and build resilience, these groups not only enhance academic success but also set students up for lifelong success in their personal and professional lives.","fullyFundedDate":1735367401776,"projectUrl":"project/mindfulness-centerpeace-room/8956537/","projectTitle":"Mindfulness Center/Peace Room","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Natalie Neer Hart","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3326142_orig.jpg?crop=794,794,x0,y82&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660246725022","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/natalie-neerhart"},{"teacherId":7811218,"projectId":9128650,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students, I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your support of our \"Earth and Space Science Concepts\" project. Thanks to your generosity, my students now have access to technology that brings science to life in ways that were previously out of reach. With interactive simulations, engaging digital models, and hands-on applications, they can now explore complex concepts like plate tectonics, the solar system, and atmospheric changes in a way that is both visual and immersive. Many of my students come from backgrounds where access to such learning tools is limited, so this technology is truly leveling the playing field for them.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for my students has been the ability to interact with science beyond just reading about it. Whether it's manipulating virtual 3D models of planets or running simulations of weather patterns, they are more engaged and curious than ever before. One student, who previously struggled with grasping abstract space concepts, now eagerly leads discussions on planetary motion after exploring it through interactive lessons. Another student, fascinated by earthquakes, has been using the technology to analyze real seismic data, deepening their interest in geology.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has made a tangible difference in their education, sparking curiosity and confidence in science. Thank you for believing in our students and for giving them the opportunity to learn in ways that inspire them every day!","fullyFundedDate":1740670815675,"projectUrl":"project/earth-and-space-science-concepts/9128650/","projectTitle":"Earth and Space Science Concepts","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Varela","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7811218"},{"teacherId":7811218,"projectId":9021466,"letterContent":"I'm beyond grateful for your generous support of our \"Clean and Safe Science Lab\" project! Because of you, my students now have the resources they need to maintain a safe and healthy learning environment—allowing them to focus on what they do best: exploring science through hands-on learning.\r\n\r\nSomething as simple as disinfecting wipes may not seem like a big deal, but in our lab, they've made a huge difference. Now, before and after every experiment, my students take responsibility for sanitizing their workstations, ensuring a clean space for themselves and their classmates. It's incredible to see them embrace this habit—not just as a classroom routine but as a lesson in responsibility and care for others.\r\n\r\nOne student put it best: \"It's nice knowing we're keeping things clean for the next class. It feels like we're looking out for each other!\" That simple statement perfectly captures the impact of your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1739373208193,"projectUrl":"project/clean-and-safe-science-lab/9021466/","projectTitle":"Clean and Safe Science Lab","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Varela","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7811218"},{"teacherId":8378151,"projectId":8883442,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of the Epson color printer and reams of paper through DonorsChoose. These resources have transformed our classroom by enabling us to create vibrant, engaging materials for hands-on learning. From colorful visual aids to individualized student projects, your support has enhanced our ability to meet diverse learning needs. This gift fosters creativity, improves engagement, and ensures my students have the tools they need to thrive. Your generosity has also allowed us to produce high-quality newsletters and communications, strengthening the connection between our classroom and students' families. The impact of your contribution extends beyond academics, inspiring a renewed enthusiasm for learning and collaboration among students. We are deeply grateful for your support in enriching our educational environment. 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