{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Bell High School","outOfStateSupporters":28.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9805228,"projectId":10115741,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my Eagles Soaring to College project. Your generosity helped make our Senior Decision Day celebration even more meaningful for students who have worked hard to commit to their post-secondary plans. The laptop and other prizes were a huge hit and gave students resources that will support them as they transition from high school to college.\r\n\r\nMany of my students relied on school-issued Chromebooks throughout high school, so having access to their own technology is incredibly valuable. The excitement and gratitude on their faces reminded me how much these tools can impact their confidence and readiness for the future. Most importantly, your support showed my students that others believe in them and are cheering them on as they take this next step.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping me celebrate their perseverance and invest in their future success.","fullyFundedDate":1772605297184,"projectUrl":"project/eagles-soaring-to-college/10115741/","projectTitle":"Eagles Soaring to College","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. López","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9805228_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739635764044","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9805228"},{"teacherId":8186727,"projectId":10070004,"letterContent":"Thank you for your kind donations. You kindness and support do not go unnoticed. Many students benefit from having access to snacks throughout the school day. I have a snack/hygiene station for students to grab whatever they may need throughout the school day. However, at times it becomes a bit difficult to keep fully stocked. For many students having access to snacks helps them focus better, making them ready to learn. Being able to provide students with snacks also creates a welcoming environment for all students. Students do not need to worry about being hungry in class, and I hope I can continue to provide snacks for them with the help from donors like you. Once again, thank you your generosity has made a huge difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1772550356837,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-young-minds-with-snacks/10070004/","projectTitle":"Fueling Young Minds With Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sanchez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8186727_orig.jpg?crop=1020,1020,x0,y479&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715280531507","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8186727"},{"teacherId":10438932,"projectId":10111043,"letterContent":"Bell High School's Decision Day was an incredible success made possible through the collective efforts of our students, staff, community partners, and, most importantly, our generous donors. As our Eagles prepared to take their next steps toward higher education, many were confronted with the reality of the additional costs that accompany college attendance. For example, transportation, housing, textbooks, technology, and other essential supplies. Many of our students, who come from low-income backgrounds, these expenses can create significant barriers as they begin this exciting new chapter.\r\nThanks to your technology donations, we were able to provide students with resources that will directly support their academic success. During our Decision Day celebration, students had the opportunity to enter a raffle for laptops, headphones, tablets, printers, and other technology items that will help them navigate college coursework and stay connected to campus resources. Watching the excitement unfold was one of the highlights of my role as a College Advisor. As I drew names from the raffle box, the space filled with cheers, laughter, and genuine joy. What may have seemed like a technology donation became a source of reassurance for students who are preparing to pursue their dreams.\r\nYour generosity helped ease financial burdens, empower students to feel prepared for the road ahead, and remind them that their community believes in their potential. Seeing their enthusiasm and optimism reaffirmed the importance of the work we do throughout the academic year and the profound impact that supporters like you have on our students' lives.\r\nOn behalf of Bell High School and our graduating Eagles, thank you for helping make their college aspirations a reality.","fullyFundedDate":1772505927154,"projectUrl":"project/class-of-2026-decision-day/10111043/","projectTitle":"Class of 2026 Decision Day!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Naveda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10438932_orig.jpg?crop=1911,1911,x35,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772052462312","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10438932"},{"teacherId":3444089,"projectId":9519295,"letterContent":"What an impact the donations to \"My Pencils Are\" have made to my class. First, it makes the responsible and accountable for their materials. Before the pouch, students were losing their materials and asking for replacements at an unsustainable pace. Now, the students worked on making and decorating a canvas pouch and a set of drawing supplies were given to them individually. \r\n\r\nThis has made a big difference in having ownership and the responsibility that it comes with. Every 2 weeks, I do a pouch check where I inspect their pouch for their supplies. This all stems from having a pouch where there is a specific place to put their materials.\r\nI notice a sense of pride and content that they have their own supplies to use and keep.\r\n\r\nFor that, I truly thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1755720938201,"projectUrl":"project/my-pencils-are/9519295/","projectTitle":"My Pencils Are……","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Pastora","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3444089_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1457153519697","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3444089"},{"teacherId":3444089,"projectId":9636502,"letterContent":"Having the donations you made to my class project have made my 3D cardboard shoe project a reality. Having the cardboard cutters made a huge impact. First the students were able to cut curves and straight line with ease and precision. \r\n\r\nThe second thing that the cutters and saws provided was confidence. No matter how complicated their shape needed to be, they knew they could rip it with the cardboard knifes. It literally works like a handsaw. But the biggest thing that these tools provided was confidence that it instilled in my students. For this I thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1762265216201,"projectUrl":"project/you-made-the-cut/9636502/","projectTitle":"You Made the Cut!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Pastora","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3444089_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1457153519697","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3444089"},{"teacherId":8186727,"projectId":9396822,"letterContent":"Thank you for your kind donation. These snacks and rubber ducks have had an immediate and positive impact in our classroom. Having snacks available has helped ensure that students have the opportunity to grab a snack whenever needed throughout the school day. Because of your support our classroom feels more welcoming. When the students saw the rubber ducks they were so excited! The rubber ducks are used as incentives for students who are doing well in class. Thank you for making a meaningful difference in our students' daily school experience.","fullyFundedDate":1752937180200,"projectUrl":"project/end-of-year-incentives/9396822/","projectTitle":"End of Year Incentives","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sanchez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8186727_orig.jpg?crop=1020,1020,x0,y479&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715280531507","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8186727"},{"teacherId":9628219,"projectId":9285972,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of hand sanitizer, hand wipes, and notebooks for our classroom. Your thoughtfulness helps us maintain a clean, healthy, and well-prepared learning environment. These supplies are used daily and make a meaningful difference for our students. The sand sanitizer and wipes will keep my students free of germs, and the class looking clean. The notebooks will ensure all students are prepared. We truly appreciate your kindness, support, and commitment to helping our classroom thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1756175077291,"projectUrl":"project/hygiene-and-essentials/9285972/","projectTitle":"Hygiene and Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Aguirre","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9628219"},{"teacherId":9970018,"projectId":9192032,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students are actively using these new resources during daily lessons to explore concepts in a more hands-on and meaningful way. One memorable moment was when students worked together on a class project using the materials to solve problems and share their thinking. As they collaborated, they asked thoughtful questions, explained their ideas to one another, and showed a level of engagement that was exciting to see. When the materials were first introduced, students' faces lit up with excitement—they were eager to touch, explore, and immediately begin learning with them.\r\n\r\nNow that the resources are part of our classroom routine, students are building on those initial experiences by applying what they've learned to deeper lessons and projects. They are using the materials to strengthen skills, practice independently, and collaborate with peers as they work toward mastery. Our next steps include using these resources for small-group instruction, enrichment activities, and ongoing projects that encourage creativity and critical thinking. 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Many students do not have access to digital technology at home so your donation makes a huge impact in their learning. Once again, thank you for contributing to our classroom and helping students have access to new technology and expand as learners.","fullyFundedDate":1741725274532,"projectUrl":"project/encouraging-reading-in-the-classroom/9149027/","projectTitle":"Encouraging Reading in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sanchez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8186727_orig.jpg?crop=1020,1020,x0,y479&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715280531507","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8186727"},{"teacherId":8902886,"projectId":9697188,"letterContent":"My students and I appreciate your support. The highlighters, color pencils and file folders just to name a few of the items received for this project have already made a huge difference in my studnets classroom engagments. As soon as my students saw the supplies they were excited to use them. Many of the students are using the highlighters to organized their notes and color code which is a lot of fun and easy to track. The color pencils have helped my visual learners feel more confident when completing thier graphic organizers. \r\n\r\nYour generosity has given my students tools that support both their learning and their confidence. We will continue to use the materials for years to come. Thank you for investing in my students and helping them feel valued and supported.","fullyFundedDate":1757637500191,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-supplies/9697188/","projectTitle":"Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8902886_orig.jpg?crop=826,826,x0,y44&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743654981958","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8902886"},{"teacherId":7637554,"projectId":9333588,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of cleaning supplies to our classroom! Your kindness and support mean more than you know. With your help, we've been able to keep our learning environment clean, safe, and healthy for all of our students. The donated supplies have allowed us to stay on top of daily cleaning routines, wiping down desks, disinfecting shared materials, and maintaining good hygiene throughout the day. 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