{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Clear Lake High School","outOfStateSupporters":11.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9166837,"projectId":10208670,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have access to hands-on materials that make learning both engaging and meaningful. We have been using the LEGO sets during structured activities where students work together to build specific designs, follow directions, and solve problems. One memorable moment was watching a group of students collaborate to complete a build—encouraging each other, problem-solving when pieces didn't fit, and celebrating when they finished. It was incredible to see their communication skills and confidence grow in real time.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were excited and eager to start building right away. For many of them, having access to LEGO sets in the classroom felt special and motivating. Students who sometimes struggle to stay engaged were focused, patient, and proud of what they created. The hands-on nature of the materials helped them feel successful and encouraged them to take risks and try new strategies.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue using the LEGO sets to support learning in multiple ways, including building challenges, teamwork activities, and lessons focused on problem-solving and critical thinking. I also plan to incorporate them into goal-based tasks where students can practice following steps, planning, and reflecting on their work. Because of your support, my students are developing important academic and life skills in a fun, supportive, and engaging environment.","fullyFundedDate":1778033409653,"projectUrl":"project/stem-starts-with-lego/10208670/","projectTitle":"STEM Starts With Lego","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Karlsson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9166837"},{"teacherId":9772461,"projectId":9576013,"letterContent":"The new resources have brought an incredible level of excitement and engagement into our classroom, and we've been using them in a variety of meaningful ways to support both learning and positive behavior. Students earn items like snacks and Stanley cups through our classroom reward system, which reinforces effort, responsibility, and goal-setting. We've also incorporated hands-on activities using the bracelet-making kits and LEGO sets during structured breaks and skill-building time, helping students develop fine motor skills, creativity, and collaboration. One memorable moment was watching a group of students work together to build a LEGO creation after earning their reward time—they were communicating, problem-solving, and celebrating each other's ideas in a way that truly reflected growth.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, their reactions were pure excitement and gratitude. Many of them immediately felt motivated, asking what they could do to earn these rewards and eagerly engaging in their work. It created an instant boost in classroom morale and helped build a positive, supportive environment.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are continuing to build on this momentum by connecting these incentives to current classroom goals, including increasing independence, strengthening social skills, and improving task completion. Students are working toward larger rewards while also practicing important life and communication skills along the way. These materials have not only enhanced our current lessons but have also opened the door for more interactive, student-driven learning experiences as we move forward.","fullyFundedDate":1757540557267,"projectUrl":"project/building-bright-futures-through-rewards/9576013/","projectTitle":"Building Bright Futures Through Rewards and Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kelsey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9772461"},{"teacherId":9772461,"projectId":9513782,"letterContent":"The addition of a new iPad has made a meaningful difference in how my students learn essential life skills. Technology like this allows me to provide interactive, real-world practice in areas such as budgeting, communication, scheduling, and daily routines in a way that is engaging and accessible. Students can use apps and guided activities to simulate real-life situations, helping them build independence and confidence in a supportive environment. What excites them most is the hands-on nature of the iPad—they feel motivated using a tool that mirrors what they see and use in everyday life. I've noticed that students who are typically hesitant or struggle with traditional instruction are especially drawn to the iPad; they are more willing to participate, stay focused longer, and take initiative in their learning. This technology has not only strengthened their life skills but has also empowered them to feel more prepared for independence beyond the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1753907097824,"projectUrl":"project/room-rewards/9513782/","projectTitle":"Room Rewards!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kelsey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9772461"},{"teacherId":9772461,"projectId":8951037,"letterContent":"Donations of Christmas ornaments played a meaningful role in supporting a senior's project focused on spreading free holiday cheer throughout the community. With these materials, the student was able to create and distribute festive items that brought joy, connection, and a sense of celebration to others who may not have had access to holiday decorations. This project not only strengthened the student's planning, creativity, and community engagement skills, but also allowed them to experience the impact of giving back in a tangible way. Because of these generous contributions, the student was able to turn an idea into a heartfelt community initiative, positively impacting countless individuals and families during the holiday season.","fullyFundedDate":1733163422371,"projectUrl":"project/christmas-ornament-crafting/8951037/","projectTitle":"Christmas Ornament Crafting","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kelsey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9772461"},{"teacherId":9772461,"projectId":9716152,"letterContent":"Donations of positive reward items have made a meaningful impact in my special education classroom by helping students feel recognized and motivated for the hard work they are putting in every day. These incentives reinforce positive behaviors, build confidence, and create a supportive environment where students are excited to engage and succeed. Because of your generosity, I've also been able to expand these rewards beyond my classroom while pushing in and co-teaching in general education settings, allowing even more students to benefit from encouragement and recognition. Altogether, your donation has supported over 360 students, making a powerful difference in fostering motivation, inclusion, and student success across our school.","fullyFundedDate":1758831170699,"projectUrl":"project/positive-choices-positive-rewards/9716152/","projectTitle":"Positive Choices, Positive Rewards!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kelsey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9772461"},{"teacherId":9555274,"projectId":9983410,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students are using these new resources during our monthly Student Wellness Wednesdays in the Clear Lake High School Library. One of the most memorable moments has been creating snowflake bead ornaments. Students carefully selected colors and patterns, threading each bead with intention as their designs came to life. What began as a simple craft quickly became a calming, focused experience filled with quiet concentration, conversation, and pride in their finished pieces.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, their reactions were immediate, excitement, curiosity, and even a sense of relief. Many students don't often have the opportunity to slow down during the school day, and having access to these hands-on, relaxing activities made them feel supported. Some of our more reserved students opened up while working side by side with peers, showing just how powerful these moments of creativity and connection can be.\r\n\r\nNext, students are excited to continue building on this experience with additional seasonal projects, as well as next month creating personalized bookmarks they can use throughout the year. These activities will continue to support social-emotional learning by encouraging mindfulness, self-expression, and a sense of community. Your support is helping create a space where students can relax, connect, and find joy in learning beyond the traditional classroom setting.","fullyFundedDate":1767746190408,"projectUrl":"project/wellness-wednesdays-crafts/9983410/","projectTitle":"Wellness Wednesdays Crafts","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wind","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9555274"},{"teacherId":9610779,"projectId":9943334,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our advanced culinary students are diving into the art and science of sourdough bread making—one of the most challenging and rewarding skills in baking. Sourdough requires patience, precision, and a deep understanding of fermentation, and your support has given students the tools and resources to truly master this craft.\r\n\r\nStudents are learning to cultivate and maintain a living starter, monitor fermentation, and adjust for variables such as temperature and timing. They are developing critical thinking skills as they troubleshoot issues, refine techniques, and strive for consistency in each loaf. This process has pushed them beyond basic baking into a higher level of culinary skill and discipline.\r\n\r\nIn the kitchen, students are working collaboratively, holding each other accountable, and taking pride in producing artisan-quality bread. Many are experiencing, for the first time, the satisfaction of creating something complex entirely from scratch.\r\n\r\nThis project not only strengthens their technical abilities but also prepares them for real-world culinary environments where attention to detail, patience, and adaptability are essential. Your support is helping our students rise to the challenge—literally and figuratively—as they shape their future, one sourdough loaf at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1772116122736,"projectUrl":"project/shaping-future-chefs-one-loaf-at-a-time/9943334/","projectTitle":"Shaping Future Chefs, One Loaf at a Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Scott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9610779_orig.jpg?crop=1120,1120,x45,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742231729344","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tina-scott"},{"teacherId":9404568,"projectId":9779002,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"CTE: Tools That Build Skills.\" Because of your generosity, my students now have access to sanders, sanding pads, and batteries that allow them to participate in hands-on career and technical education projects. These tools are helping students learn practical skills such as sanding, finishing materials, and using real tools safely—skills that connect classroom learning to real-world careers.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, my students were excited to see professional tools they could actually use in their projects. Many of them had never worked with tools like these before, so getting the opportunity to handle them and learn proper techniques was a big moment. During our projects, students have been able to smooth wood surfaces, prepare materials for finishing, and see how attention to detail improves the quality of their work. Moments like watching a student proudly run their hand over a perfectly sanded piece of wood and say, \"I did that!\" show just how meaningful this experience has been.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue using these tools as part of larger classroom projects that focus on building, problem solving, and teamwork. They'll apply the skills they've learned to complete more complex builds while practicing safety, patience, and craftsmanship. Your support is helping students gain confidence, develop job-ready skills, and see themselves as capable creators. Thank you for investing in our classroom and in the future of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1763744318596,"projectUrl":"project/cte-tools-that-build-skills/9779002/","projectTitle":"CTE: Tools That Build Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Durbin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9404568_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y393&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709153538670","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9404568"},{"teacherId":9610779,"projectId":9777348,"letterContent":"While Easter is still a few weeks away, the magic has already begun in our classroom. Thanks to your generous support, our students have started creating Easter baskets filled with care, kindness, and intention. From organizing supplies to thoughtfully assembling each basket, students are working hard and taking pride in every step of the process.\r\n\r\nThese materials truly made this project possible. Because of you, students are not only learning hands-on skills, but also experiencing the joy of giving back. They are learning empathy, teamwork, and the importance of serving others—lessons that extend far beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nThis project has become more than basket making; it's a powerful reminder to our students that small acts of kindness can make a big difference. Your generosity is helping shape compassionate, community-minded young people, and the impact will be felt by both the students who create the baskets and the individuals who receive them.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of our hearts—thank you for helping turn helping hands into happy hearts.","fullyFundedDate":1764683081728,"projectUrl":"project/helping-hands-happy-hearts-student-eas/9777348/","projectTitle":"Helping Hands, Happy Hearts: Student Easter Basket Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Scott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9610779_orig.jpg?crop=1120,1120,x45,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742231729344","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tina-scott"},{"teacherId":9404568,"projectId":9711600,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Equipped to Succeed: Essential Supplies for My Students. Because of your generosity, my students now have access to basic classroom materials that make a meaningful difference in their daily learning. Items like pens, pencils, scissors, and a classroom printer may seem simple, but they are essential tools that allow students to fully participate in lessons without interruption. Instead of worrying about not having supplies, students can focus on learning, practicing skills, and building confidence.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for my students is having consistent access to materials whenever they need them. The printer has been especially impactful, as it allows me to provide immediate worksheets, visual supports, and hands-on activities tailored to my students' needs. This has been incredibly helpful for my students in special education, who benefit from structured, printed materials and clear visuals to support understanding and independence.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have already shown increased engagement and responsibility by taking pride in using and caring for their supplies. Having their own tools to work with has boosted their confidence and motivation, and it has helped create a more organized, supportive classroom environment. Your support has truly helped remove barriers to learning, and I am deeply grateful for the positive impact you've made on my students' success.","fullyFundedDate":1758831172168,"projectUrl":"project/equipped-to-succeed-essential-supplies/9711600/","projectTitle":"Equipped to Succeed: Essential Supplies for My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Durbin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9404568_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y393&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709153538670","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9404568"},{"teacherId":9166837,"projectId":9581460,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting \"Real-Time IEP Data to Support Every Learner.\" The technology you helped fund is already making a remarkable difference in how I collect, track, and respond to student progress—especially for students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). With the ability to document real-time behaviors, academic achievements, and task completion during lessons, I can now make more informed instructional decisions on the spot. Whether it's logging behavior data, tracking goal progress, or inputting prompts and supports used during instruction, this tech tool has streamlined my daily workflow and brought clarity to student needs like never before.\r\n\r\nMy students are especially excited when they see their work recorded instantly. For example, one of my students beamed with pride when I showed him a visual chart of his progress in completing independent tasks—a simple but powerful motivator. Another student, who is typically hesitant to engage, has become more consistent in his routines because the tool helps reinforce predictable feedback and visual tracking of his effort. This technology hasn't just made my job more efficient—it has created a more responsive and empowering learning environment for my students.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, we're bridging the gap between data and meaningful instruction. As we continue building on this momentum, our next step is to use this technology to support student-led IEP updates and reflections, encouraging self-awareness and ownership of their learning journey. Your generosity has equipped our classroom with more than just a device—you've given us a smarter, more student-centered approach to learning.","fullyFundedDate":1757540557387,"projectUrl":"project/real-time-iep-data-to-support-every-lear/9581460/","projectTitle":"Real-Time IEP Data to Support Every Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Karlsson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9166837"},{"teacherId":9166837,"projectId":9543849,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us bring \"Comfortable Reading, Brighter Futures\" to life! Your generous contributions made it possible to create a cozy, welcoming reading space that has already transformed our classroom into a calm and inviting environment for learning. The moment the items arrived—plush seating, soft lighting, and warm decor—my students' faces lit up with pure joy. One student immediately curled up with her favorite book and whispered, \"This feels like home.\"\r\n\r\nSince then, the reading corner has become the most beloved spot in the room. Students gravitate toward it during independent reading time, and some even ask to read there during breaks or free choice. I've seen students who were once reluctant to engage with books now eagerly flip through pages, more confident and focused in a space that makes them feel safe and supported. It's become more than just a place to read—it's a quiet zone for self-regulation, calm reflection, and academic focus.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we'll be using this space to launch a peer reading program and book response journals, encouraging students to talk about what they read and make personal connections. Thanks to you, we've created an environment that not only nurtures literacy but also supports emotional well-being and self-expression. 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