{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"East High School","outOfStateSupporters":25.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6614463,"projectId":9113476,"letterContent":"These notebooks are not the four for a dollar type. The students realize this. Because they do, they usually treat them with much more respect than the less expensive type of notebooks. I have found that they treat them well and they try harder to do good work inside them. I will not be using these notebooks for a short while, until the students start to understand the goals of their use. Because of this, I am going to include some pictures of the results I was getting from students at the end of last year. You should notice the work is a pretty good quality by the time we learned to use our nice things in great ways. I didn't keep the best ones that were done, but my photos will reflect some of the middle of the line effort. \r\nI really appreciate you giving us the chance to have nice things. These kids are happy with the cheaper versions, but it really did make a difference when I switched to a higher quality notebook. \r\nThank you again.","fullyFundedDate":1746469743006,"projectUrl":"project/quality-notebooks-for-creative-notes-and/9113476/","projectTitle":"Quality Notebooks for Creative Notes and Effective Journaling","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6614463_orig.jpg?crop=271,271,x54,y61&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1626203336550","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6614463"},{"teacherId":1225344,"projectId":8514874,"letterContent":"I know this thank you is a little late, but so much has happened due to your donation. We hadn't been able to use our vernier probeware since before Covid. All our LabQuests could no longer be updated or charged. Since the return from Covid much of the department has also turned over and are new teachers are mostly fresh out of college and very energetic. This was the perfect time to get those LabQuests. \r\n\r\nSince receiving the LabQuests we've begun the process of training our teachers on how to use them with the Chromebooks. Students are excited and want to actually focus on science instead of their phones. I'm sure the excitement will continue to build. The Lab Quests have either made their way or are ready to make their way into every single science subject taught. Physics and Physical Science can use the motion detectors and light sensors now. Chemistry, Biology and AP Environmental Studies are using the O2, CO2, and NO3 meters, colorimeters, temperature probes, pH meters, and more. You can feel the excitement for the 2025-26 school year. This is all because of your donation.","fullyFundedDate":1731940530802,"projectUrl":"project/the-big-ask-data-gathering-for-all-sci/8514874/","projectTitle":"The Big Ask: Data Gathering for all Science Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reed","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1225344_orig.jpg?crop=537,537,x0,y34&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721764169098","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1225344"},{"teacherId":9651016,"projectId":8762041,"letterContent":"We were able to use our resources to build and fly our very own rocket kits. Students followed a video along with my directions and were able to build from scratch their own rockets. I could see students build on their engineering skills and see their excitement in knowing they would be able to fly their own rockets. Labs are very hard to come by in my school, especially if we don't fund them ourselves and so to have students be able to create and do science, I believe is what makes science so fun. I hope that this project not only teaches them the real world applications of Newtons laws of motion but also gets them interest in studying science as a career.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials and boxes, I saw interest in students who normally were quiet or did not care much for their grades. Seeing them get so excited to customize and launch their rockets made me as well get excited to teach. It reminds me why I love teaching science because of the curiosity and fun applications it gives. This was essentially their end of the unit project so after this they will move with a better understanding of their energy unit which I can always refer to their rockets as an example. I want to thank you so much for being able to bring joy and excitement in my classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1731940520986,"projectUrl":"project/building-and-launching-model-rockets-whi/8762041/","projectTitle":"Building and Launching Model Rockets While Learning About Newton's Laws!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9651016"},{"teacherId":6614463,"projectId":8954415,"letterContent":"I would like to thank you for your recent donation towards my future chemists. Having the supplies I need so my students can experiment and create is a relief. I like to show the students the crystal that forms out of a solution with the bonding of atoms in different ways. This is one of their favorite labs each year because my kids are not usually given the opportunity to experiment and explore like this. \r\nI have some older crystals in my room which's have oxidized and they still ask me about them. Now they have their own item, that they can take home and watch over time. They can obseverve the oxidation happening. \r\nThis particular experience is one that is long lasting they are fascinated Andy encouraged to ask questions during the process. \r\nThank you for giving them this opportunity.","fullyFundedDate":1739366808664,"projectUrl":"project/borax-crystals-for-beginning-chemists/8954415/","projectTitle":"Borax Crystals for Beginning Chemists","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6614463_orig.jpg?crop=271,271,x54,y61&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1626203336550","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6614463"},{"teacherId":6614463,"projectId":8314278,"letterContent":"I want to send a quick thank you to you for supporting my students. The photos I have included are only some of the things we use in my class regularly. I really appreciate your contribution as this type of material is usually funded by me and it is a blessing when people like you are so generous. \r\nWith the recent uncertainty in our government currently, funding for supplies for things like this may end up being taken away completely. Right know it is just a big unknown. I am a big recycler and reuse as many things as I can for projects. I really appreciate new items because some things just cannot be used again. \r\nAny donation is appreciated and it is such a blessing to be able to do fun things with my students that they may not have been able to do before.\r\nThank you!","fullyFundedDate":1731080476328,"projectUrl":"project/stem-staples-to-build-and-create-with/8314278/","projectTitle":"STEM Staples to Build and Create With!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6614463_orig.jpg?crop=271,271,x54,y61&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1626203336550","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6614463"},{"teacherId":9798022,"projectId":8866391,"letterContent":"Our reading corner has been a wonderful addition to the classroom! The rug and bookshelf make this part of the classroom look cozy and inviting. In December, I put up our tree, and the kids were so excited. \r\n\r\nWhen the bookshelf arrived, each student got to take turns to help me assemble it. This was a great, hands-on bonding experience for us all, and we couldn't wait to fill the shelves afterwards. My students are now much more motivated to pick a book and read. I even have students from other special education classes in our building come to my classroom and pick a book to read. One student came to our classroom and was a celebrity reader.\r\n\r\nHaving a variety of graphic novels and popular books the students are drawn to has heavily impacted the students' motivation to pick up a book and read. The passion for literacy is growing in my classroom, and it is so exciting! Thank you again for your impactful contribution.","fullyFundedDate":1731940485026,"projectUrl":"project/special-education-reading-corner/8866391/","projectTitle":"Special Education Reading Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ashlyn Sterling","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9798022"},{"teacherId":9798022,"projectId":8872186,"letterContent":"The hands-on resources that we have received as a result of your donation have been incredibly impactful in my classroom. These materials have helped make the classroom more inclusive and accessible for all students. It has also brought an element of fun in our class, which has positively affected the classroom atmosphere and environment. Using these resources helps me meet the needs of my students and make progress towards their IEP goals. I have students who use the resources to strengthen their fine motor skills and other students who use the materials to make visual connections to the content I teach in class. Many of the resources support kinesthetics in the class. The money magnets allow for movement in class, which helps the students remain engaged and motivated. I even have a student who comes from another class to visit us because she likes playing with the large beads that connect. I cannot thank you enough what you have contributed to my class. I have been able to fill many empty shelves!","fullyFundedDate":1731560513947,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning/8872186/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ashlyn Sterling","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9798022"},{"teacherId":6614463,"projectId":8888722,"letterContent":"My students were very happy to learn of the new gel pens. We started the year using a few and then they were gone, so being restocked has made them quite happy. It is a really big difference in their note booking practice when they add color. \r\n\r\nThis year I have encouraged my students to take notes and also include \"doodles\" which are usually more along the lines of diagrams and models in disguise. Color, especially vibrant color, brings those pieces to life on the page\r\n\r\nThank you very much for helping with this project!","fullyFundedDate":1731940462698,"projectUrl":"project/color-gel-pens-galore-for-improved-note/8888722/","projectTitle":"Color Gel Pens Galore for improved Note-booking","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6614463_orig.jpg?crop=271,271,x54,y61&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1626203336550","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6614463"},{"teacherId":9651016,"projectId":8635097,"letterContent":"The students are using they're journals for their warm up questions. This entails questions that are related to what they are learning but it also gives me a chance to get to know my students better. For example, over the break I had my students write what they did and then shared our experiences. These moments are great because they allow me to know my students better as well as each other. They also get to learn more about me as well.\r\n\r\nI also have students play fun games to allow them to get to know each other and socialize. One game that I ordered has students throw an inflatable ball and where ever they're right thumb lands they have to answer the question. It's both fun and acts as a great ice breaker. Students also get to know they're peers and share about themselves.\r\n\r\nThe students were very happy to have journals because many don't have the resources to buy one and I'm glad that we can provide. They also really enjoyed the social emotional games and have them very enjoyable. After our finals I had students play with their board games and card games and it really allowed them socialize through rather than isolate themselves on their phones. Although I was not able to receive all materials I am so glad that this project was funded, thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1731940504060,"projectUrl":"project/journaling-for-social-emotional-support/8635097/","projectTitle":"Journaling for Social Emotional Support","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9651016"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_79615","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":2420,"numTeachers":84,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":4,"percentWhite":4,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":89,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"28.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":74.5,"schoolId":79615,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about East High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"East High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/kern-high-school-district/east-bakersfield-high-school/79615"}