{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Roosevelt High School","outOfStateSupporters":18.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10041337,"projectId":10198448,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and providing my students with a wonderful variety of snacks and candy! We use these treats to celebrate student effort, encourage participation, and recognize positive choices. The snacks are also especially helpful on days when students arrive hungry or need a little extra energy to stay focused and finish their work.\r\n\r\nMy students were incredibly excited when they first saw all the different options. Their faces lit up as they looked through the snacks, and they were eager to choose their favorites. One especially meaningful moment was seeing students proudly select a treat after completing a challenging assignment. Even a small reward helped them feel recognized and motivated to keep trying.\r\n\r\nAs we continue our lessons, students will be working on class projects, completing assignments, and preparing for assessments. These snacks will help us celebrate their progress along the way while creating a positive and welcoming classroom environment. Thank you for helping my students feel supported, encouraged, and excited to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1783343250193,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-students-focused-through-the-fin/10198448/","projectTitle":"Keeping Students Focused Through the Final Weeks of School","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cervantes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10041337"},{"teacherId":10033828,"projectId":10468072,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom and my students! Your generosity provided us with so many helpful resources, from an electric kettle and snacks to classroom organization, sensory tools, math supplies, cleaning products, and a new pencil sharpener and label maker.\r\n\r\nThese items will help me create a welcoming, organized, and supportive classroom where my students can focus on learning. The snacks and sensory prizes will give students positive incentives and support classroom routines, while the rulers, number line, and other supplies will provide hands-on tools that make math more accessible and engaging. The cleaning and personal care supplies will also help us maintain a safe and comfortable learning environment.\r\n\r\nI am especially grateful for the thoughtful variety of items because they support not only academics, but also the everyday needs of my students. Your donation reminds my students that their education matters and that there are people who believe in their success.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students, supporting our classroom, and helping me provide an environment where they can learn, grow, and feel successful. We truly appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1786596667186,"projectUrl":"project/algebra-1/10468072/","projectTitle":"Algebra 1","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10033828"},{"teacherId":10033828,"projectId":10512012,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through DonorsChoose! Your generosity provided materials that will help make our Algebra 1 classroom more organized, welcoming, creative, and engaging for all students.\r\n\r\nOur large roll of one-inch grid graph paper will be especially helpful during lessons on graphing linear equations, slope, systems of equations, transformations, and other mathematical relationships. Students will be able to work on a much larger scale, create graphs collaboratively, and display their mathematical thinking for the class. Rather than limiting their work to a small sheet of paper, students can physically see patterns, compare graphs, and explain how changes in an equation affect a graph.\r\n\r\nThe wireless keyboard and mouse will support students as they complete digital assignments, research mathematical concepts, create presentations, and demonstrate their understanding using technology. These materials will give students more opportunities to practice technology skills while learning Algebra 1.\r\n\r\nThe green peel-and-stick wallpaper, gold bulletin board borders, and decorative borders will help us create an inviting and positive learning environment. We will use them to refresh our classroom displays and create areas where student work, mathematical vocabulary, examples, and accomplishments can be highlighted. A classroom that feels bright, organized, and welcoming helps students feel comfortable taking academic risks and sharing their ideas.\r\n\r\nThe storage baskets and calculator organizer will give our classroom a designated place for important supplies. Students will be able to locate and return calculators, materials, and classroom resources more easily. This organization will save instructional time and encourage students to take responsibility for shared materials.\r\n\r\nThe erasers and colored pencils will support students as they solve problems, revise their work, create graphs, and use color-coding to show different steps or parts of a problem. The markers will be useful for group work, anchor charts, posters, and large-scale mathematical models. These supplies allow students to communicate their thinking in multiple ways and understand that making mistakes and revising work are important parts of learning mathematics.\r\n\r\nThe envelopes will help us organize student materials, learning activities, and important classroom documents. They can also be used to send student work or information home to families. The magnetic pen holders will keep dry-erase markers and other frequently used tools accessible near our whiteboard, helping lessons run more smoothly.\r\n\r\nThe math posters will provide students with a consistent visual reference for mathematical symbols, vocabulary, and operations. Although Algebra 1 involves more advanced concepts, these reminders will help students strengthen foundational skills and connect familiar operations to more complex algebraic thinking.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, they were excited to see supplies that were specifically for their classroom. They were especially interested in the large graph paper, colorful writing supplies, new organization tools, and technology equipment. Students immediately began asking how they would use the materials and suggesting ideas for displaying their work. Their enthusiasm showed how meaningful it is for students to have access to resources that make learning more hands-on and engaging.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to begin a collaborative graphing project. Students will use the large grid paper to represent linear equations, identify slope and y-intercepts, compare graphs, and explain their reasoning to classmates. They will use colored pencils and markers to distinguish important features, then participate in a classroom gallery walk to review and discuss one another's work. Students will also use the calculators, digital tools, and math posters as resources while completing the project.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our students. Your support has provided much more than classroom supplies. It has created opportunities for students to collaborate, be creative, stay organized, use technology, and see themselves as confident mathematicians. We are truly grateful for your generosity and for helping make our classroom a place where students can learn, grow, and take pride in their work.","fullyFundedDate":1787268702515,"projectUrl":"project/turning-my-new-classroom-into-an-algebra/10512012/","projectTitle":"Turning My New Classroom Into an Algebra 1 Learning Lab","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10033828"},{"teacherId":8289525,"projectId":10422865,"letterContent":"Walking into our room on the very first day of school, my students' eyes lit up the moment they spotted the colorful containers filled with snacks sitting prominently on our shelves. I explained that these goodies were set aside both as prizes for our upcoming team challenges and to grab whenever someone was just plain hungry and needed a quick boost. They were immediately buzzing with excitement—debating whether Cheez-Its, Gushers, or Pringles were the superior reward—and visibly relieved to know our classroom was a place where their comfort comes first. Having those stocked containers right out in the open, alongside the fun planet and tie-dye bandages, set an instantly warm, caring tone for our very first morning together.\r\n\r\nWe put these resources straight to work during our opening team-building challenges, and the impact was immediate. During a recent collaborative activity where small groups had to race to solve and assemble a puzzle together, those snack prizes brought out their absolute best energy, communication, and compromise. Seeing a bag of Fiery Mix or a box of Famous Amos cookies on the line turned a simple puzzle challenge into high-stakes fun. Just as importantly, knowing they can quietly grab a granola bar when their stomachs are rumbling or grab a fun bandage for a minor scrape has kept small disruptions from interrupting their focus, ensuring everyone feels valued and nourished.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are taking the strong foundation these resources helped build and channeling it into our next major collaborative unit. Now that our classroom community is tight-knit, energized, and comfortable, students are diving into small-group research and presentation projects. We are continuing to use these team rewards to celebrate milestones along the way as they draft, edit, and present their work together. Your generosity did not just buy snacks and first-aid supplies—it sparked immediate joy on day one, fostered genuine teamwork, and created an environment where my students feel ready to show up as their best selves every day. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1785811690536,"projectUrl":"project/comfort-care-and-connection-starting/10422865/","projectTitle":"Comfort, Care, and Connection: Starting the Year Off Right","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8289525_orig.jpg?crop=1158,1158,x0,y281&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1642862629298","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8289525"},{"teacherId":8277553,"projectId":6713030,"letterContent":"Students have really enjoyed having a variety of books to choose from while in class. Many will tell you that they \"hate\" reading or that they aren't good at it. I like to counter with \"the only way to get better is to practice\" and \"you just haven't found the right book yet.\" Having a variety of levels, topics, and genres allows them to explore. \r\n\r\nThis year, I had some new students so excited when they found their favorite series on my shelf. One book another had but I had several that they hadn't read yet and they were eagerly asking to borrow them so they could read them. I loved seeing not only their excitement to read but others in the class saw it and became curious. They then started exploring my shelves. \r\n\r\nThis would not have been possible without the support of donors who funded this project. So, from the bottom of my heart, thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1662439666982,"projectUrl":"project/learning-to-love-reading/6713030/","projectTitle":"Learning to Love Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rhodes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8277553"},{"teacherId":10005280,"projectId":10179296,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our senior celebration became an unforgettable experience for all 38 graduating seniors. Your support made it possible to create personalized graduation leis for every student, giving each graduate a meaningful keepsake to commemorate this important milestone. The festive decorations transformed our space into a beautiful celebration worthy of their accomplishments. The games brought laughter, excitement, and opportunities for students to connect, celebrate, and make lasting memories together.\r\n\r\nSeeing my seniors smile, laugh, and proudly wear their personalized leis was one of the most rewarding moments of my teaching career. Many shared how special they felt knowing the leis were made just for them. They cherished them throughout the celebration and took them home as a reminder of their hard work and achievements.\r\n\r\nThe party was filled with joy, pride, and excitement as we celebrated everything this class had accomplished. Because of your kindness, our students felt recognized, valued, and truly celebrated as they prepared for the next chapter of their lives. Thank you for helping us create an unforgettable sendoff and memories that will last a lifetime.","fullyFundedDate":1776954490895,"projectUrl":"project/caps-off-dreams-on-almost-there/10179296/","projectTitle":"Caps Off, Dreams On: Almost There","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. K","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10005280"},{"teacherId":10005280,"projectId":9839934,"letterContent":"Our students are incredibly excited as we prepare for their upcoming graduation celebration this April. With the support of your generous donation, we are planning a meaningful and memorable event that recognizes their hard work, growth, and perseverance. In class, students have already begun contributing by helping design decorations, creating thank-you notes, and brainstorming ways to make the event special. One powerful moment was when students worked together to create a \"memory wall,\" sharing their favorite moments from the school year—there was so much pride and joy in the room.\r\n\r\nWhen students first learned that this celebration was made possible through the kindness of donors, their reactions were full of gratitude and excitement. Many of them expressed that they feel seen and valued, which is especially meaningful for our classroom community. For some students, this will be the first time they are part of a formal celebration recognizing their accomplishments, and that has made this experience even more impactful.\r\n\r\nAs we move closer to April, our next steps include finalizing student-led presentations, practicing speeches, and continuing to prepare decorations and activities that reflect their personalities and achievements. This event is not just a party—it's a celebration of growth, resilience, and success. Thank you for helping us create an experience our students will remember for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1764703241637,"projectUrl":"project/mission-graduate-senior-celebration-f/9839934/","projectTitle":"Mission: Graduate — Senior Celebration Fund","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. K","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10005280"},{"teacherId":10005280,"projectId":9782800,"letterContent":"Because of your support, our students are no longer just participating in clean-ups—they are leading them with confidence and purpose. With the new supplies, students now run every part of the process: organizing materials, loading the rolling hamper, planning routes, and making sure tools are cleaned and stored after each use. One moment that stood out was watching students pause mid–clean-up to problem-solve on their own about efficiency and safety, reminding each other to sanitize grabbers and switch out bags without any adult prompting. Your donations turned an idea into a real, student-owned operation.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, the reaction was a mix of excitement and pride. Students gathered around the supplies, reading labels, testing the grabbers, and immediately discussing how to keep everything clean and odor-free. Several students shared that it felt empowering to know that people outside our classroom cared enough to invest in their work. For many, this was the first time they felt trusted with maintaining shared equipment and they have taken that responsibility seriously.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, students are building on this momentum by creating a rotating leadership system and documenting the impact of each clean-up. They are also working on ways to encourage other students to take pride in keeping our campus clean. Your generosity didn't just provide tools, it helped students discover their voices as leaders and caretakers of their community. Thank you for believing in them and in the power of small details to create meaningful change.","fullyFundedDate":1761749533549,"projectUrl":"project/small-actions-big-impact-expanding-the/9782800/","projectTitle":"Small Actions, Big Impact: Expanding The Details Matter Club","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. K","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10005280"},{"teacherId":8276714,"projectId":9754322,"letterContent":"Your generosity in supporting the students of Roosevelt High School in turning \"Growing Food, Knowledge and Joy\" has made such an impact. They were able to construct more than dozens of seedlings and starter gardens which produced food for them on campus! The tools and skills developed will have an impact on our program's capacity reach many more into the future.\r\n\r\nStudents in my classes were so engaged in designing, building, and maintaining their own gardens. This also had such a positive impact on their understanding of class concepts like soil health, nutrition, photosynthesis, nutrient cycles, recycling and so much more. I could also see their creativity emerge in unique ways when presented with the donated materials.\r\n\r\nThey had so much fun with the hands-on project using tools and teams. Their mistakes were great learning opportunities and all involved left with a greater understanding of standards, skills, and self. Thanks for everything!","fullyFundedDate":1763474846281,"projectUrl":"project/growing-food-knowledge-and-joy/9754322/","projectTitle":"Growing Food, Knowledge, and Joy","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Gromis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8276714_orig.png?crop=4125,4125,x210,y225&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692223450581","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8276714"},{"teacherId":10039587,"projectId":9722843,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our Men's Alliance students are actively using these resources to serve their school community with purpose and pride. Students worked together to assemble hygiene and comfort kits that included deodorant, soap, personal care items, and clothing. One powerful moment occurred when students thoughtfully discussed who might need support the most and how to offer help in a way that preserved dignity. For many of them, this was the first time they saw themselves as leaders and providers rather than recipients of help.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, the students were genuinely excited and proud. Seeing the supplies made the project feel real and meaningful. Several students shared that they didn't realize how something as simple as hygiene items could impact a peer's confidence, attendance, or willingness to engage at school. The project sparked honest conversations about empathy, responsibility, and what it means to show up for others.\r\n\r\nBy contributing to this project, you were able to step inside our classroom and witness growth beyond academics. This experience reinforced the Men's Alliance mission—teaching young men that strength is rooted in kindness, service, and accountability.\r\n\r\nNext Steps:\r\nStudents are now reflecting on the impact of their work and planning future service opportunities connected to career readiness and leadership. They will continue identifying needs within our school community, exploring ways to sustain giving initiatives, and connecting these lessons to life skills such as teamwork, communication, and civic responsibility.\r\n\r\nYour support didn't just fund supplies—it helped shape mindsets, restore confidence, and empower our students to believe they can make a difference. Thank you for being part of that journey.","fullyFundedDate":1760463462636,"projectUrl":"project/kindness-in-action-rhs-mens-alliance-g/9722843/","projectTitle":"Kindness in Action: RHS Men’s Alliance Gives Back","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10039587"},{"teacherId":10005280,"projectId":9741795,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping make Sipping Success: a Tea & Snack Bar to Boost Participation a reality! Your generosity means our students now have a special space to feel valued and celebrated for their effort and participation.\r\n\r\nWith the tea, hot chocolate, protein shakes, snacks, and even a calming diffuser, our students are more motivated than ever. They love having choices and something to look forward to, and it has made our classroom feel even more welcoming and positive. Because of you, students are engaged, excited, and putting their best effort forward every day.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your support—it's making our classroom a place where students feel appreciated, motivated, and inspired to succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1758809853416,"projectUrl":"project/sipping-success-a-tea-snack-bar-to-bo/9741795/","projectTitle":"Sipping Success: a Tea & Snack Bar to Boost Participation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. K","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10005280"},{"teacherId":10005280,"projectId":9735540,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Your generous contribution means that we will be able to add an all-in-one computer, which will make a huge difference in our learning environment. With limited electrical outlets, it has been challenging to use multiple devices at once, but this technology will help reduce clutter, free up outlets, and allow our students to focus on learning instead of struggling with cords and device switching.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our students will be able to explore, create, and collaborate more efficiently and enjoyably. Your support is helping us provide a more organized, engaging, and interactive classroom where every student can thrive. 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