{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Fairfax High School","outOfStateSupporters":21.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1205274,"projectId":10007541,"letterContent":",\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and our entire classroom community, I would like to express my deepest gratitude for your generous support of our hygiene and cleaning supplies project. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in the lives of our students, and we are incredibly thankful for your investment in their well-being, dignity, and success.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher at a Title I high school, I work with many students who face challenges beyond academics. Some of our students come from families experiencing financial hardship, housing instability, or other circumstances that make it difficult to access basic necessities. While many people think of schools as places for learning, they are also places where students seek support, safety, and resources that help them navigate daily life. Thanks to your generosity, we are now better equipped to meet those needs.\r\n\r\nThe hygiene and cleaning supplies you provided have had an immediate impact on our classroom. Students now have access to items that help them feel clean, comfortable, and confident throughout the school day. Something as simple as being able to use personal hygiene products or access cleaning supplies can make a tremendous difference in a student's self-esteem. When students feel good about themselves, they are more likely to participate in class, engage with their peers, and focus on their education.\r\n\r\nMany of our students spend long hours at school participating in academic programs, extracurricular activities, athletics, clubs, and after-school events. Having access to hygiene supplies means that students who may not have these resources readily available at home can still maintain their personal care needs during the day. This support helps reduce stress and embarrassment while promoting healthy habits and overall wellness.\r\n\r\nThe cleaning supplies have also helped us maintain a cleaner and healthier classroom environment. Our classroom is a busy space where students learn, collaborate, create projects, and build relationships. By having access to disinfecting wipes, tissues, hand sanitizer, and other cleaning materials, we can help reduce the spread of illness and create a more welcoming environment for everyone. Students take pride in helping keep our classroom clean, and the supplies have encouraged a greater sense of responsibility and community within our learning space.\r\n\r\nWhat makes your donation especially meaningful is that it demonstrates to our students that there are people beyond our school walls who care about them and believe in their potential. Many students are surprised to learn that complete strangers were willing to contribute to their success and well-being. Your generosity sends a powerful message that they matter, that their education matters, and that there are people rooting for them even when they may not realize it.\r\n\r\nAs educators, we often talk about removing barriers to learning. While curriculum, technology, and classroom materials are important, students cannot fully engage in their education if they are worried about basic needs. Your donation has helped remove some of those barriers and allowed students to focus more on learning, growing, and achieving their goals.\r\n\r\nThank you for recognizing that student success involves more than academics alone. Thank you for helping create a classroom where students feel respected, supported, and cared for. Most importantly, thank you for making a direct and lasting impact on the lives of young people who are working hard to build brighter futures for themselves.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has touched our classroom in ways that go far beyond the supplies themselves. You have helped foster confidence, dignity, health, and a sense of belonging for our students. We are incredibly grateful for your support and the difference you have made.","fullyFundedDate":1772129006009,"projectUrl":"project/cleaning-and-hygiene-supplies/10007541/","projectTitle":"Cleaning and Hygiene Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schiavo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1205274_orig.jpg?crop=1812,1812,x1851,y13&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733297496797","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/myrugrats"},{"teacherId":9216074,"projectId":8627870,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I would like to express my deepest gratitude for your generous support of our classroom. Your donations have made a meaningful difference in the lives of our students, and we are truly thankful for your kindness and commitment to education.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students, supporting our classroom, and helping us provide meaningful learning opportunities. Your kindness and generosity are deeply appreciated, and we are honored to have your partnership in helping our students learn, grow, and achieve their goals.","fullyFundedDate":1724445474814,"projectUrl":"project/mr-seedmans-ela-classroom/8627870/","projectTitle":"Mr. Seedman's ELA Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Seedman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9216074_orig.jpg?crop=3218,3218,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693085042011","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9216074"},{"teacherId":10169495,"projectId":10096559,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support to better enhance the academic skills and work habits. Technology has played a vital role in a students life, but has in ways hindered academic progress. Switching back to paper and students using less technology has made an impact in my class.\r\n\r\nStudents are no longer distracted with technology (many of the students would open a seperate tab and play games) and are more engaged in my lessons. With this shift, students have a better understanding of how to annotate primary and secondary sources. Students have more of a tendency to participate and complete assignment.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for the support. You have made a significant impact on these students academic skills.","fullyFundedDate":1771893532752,"projectUrl":"project/vital-tools-for-my-social-studies-classe/10096559/","projectTitle":"Vital Tools for my Social Studies Classes","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ocon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10169495"},{"teacherId":9818393,"projectId":10271504,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my classroom and allowing me to adapt and design innovative lessons for my students across my classes! Teachers Pay Teachers (TpT) helps me save hours of unpaid lesson planning in my free time, and it means the difference between highly engaged or bored and disinterested students in my classes on a daily basis.\r\n\r\nYour support has also allowed me to explore a variety of topics and lessons created for teachers by teachers, without breaking the bank. I have already been able to facilitate a number of engaging lessons and activities in my elective history classes, and I am eager to see what more I can produce in the coming school year! My students and I thank you for your generosity, sincerely.","fullyFundedDate":1778164787699,"projectUrl":"project/teachers-pay-teachers-tpt-resources-to/10271504/","projectTitle":"Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) Resources to Engage All Learners!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Foster","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9818393_orig.jpg?crop=753,753,x86,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733438949600","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/fosteringhistory"},{"teacherId":1205274,"projectId":10007927,"letterContent":"Receiving a donated camera has made a significant impact on our yearbook program by allowing students to capture high-quality, original photos that truly represent our school community. This resource enabled us to complete this year's yearbook with more authenticity and creativity, while also giving students hands-on experience with real-world photography skills. Looking ahead, the camera will continue to support future yearbook staffs by providing consistent access to reliable equipment, ensuring that every year's publication reflects the voices, moments, and memories of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1771893532771,"projectUrl":"project/combating-student-hunger/10007927/","projectTitle":"Combating Student Hunger","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schiavo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1205274_orig.jpg?crop=1812,1812,x1851,y13&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733297496797","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/myrugrats"},{"teacherId":1205274,"projectId":9149485,"letterContent":"The donation of art supplies has had an immediate and meaningful impact on our visual arts magnet program by giving students access to the materials they need to fully engage in the creative process. With these resources, students are able to experiment with a wider range of techniques, express their ideas more confidently, and produce higher-quality work that reflects both their skill and individuality. For many of our students, these supplies remove financial barriers that might otherwise limit their participation, allowing every student the opportunity to create, explore, and take pride in their artistic growth.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these donated materials will continue to strengthen our program by supporting future projects, collaborative work, and portfolio development. Students will be better prepared for advanced coursework and potential careers in the arts because they are gaining hands-on experience with diverse media and tools. Beyond technical skills, these supplies foster creativity, problem-solving, and self-expression—essential qualities that extend far beyond the classroom and positively shape students' confidence and sense of identity.","fullyFundedDate":1746785453214,"projectUrl":"project/more-art-projects-in-the-works/9149485/","projectTitle":"More Art Projects in the Works","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schiavo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1205274_orig.jpg?crop=1812,1812,x1851,y13&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733297496797","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/myrugrats"},{"teacherId":1205274,"projectId":10007708,"letterContent":"Receiving a donated camera has made a significant impact on our yearbook program by allowing students to capture high-quality, original photos that truly represent our school community. This resource enabled us to complete this year's yearbook with more authenticity and creativity, while also giving students hands-on experience with real-world photography skills. Looking ahead, the camera will continue to support future yearbook staffs by providing consistent access to reliable equipment, ensuring that every year's publication reflects the voices, moments, and memories of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1771006944386,"projectUrl":"project/what-is-a-yearbook-without-a-camera/10007708/","projectTitle":"What Is a Yearbook Without a Camera","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schiavo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1205274_orig.jpg?crop=1812,1812,x1851,y13&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733297496797","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/myrugrats"},{"teacherId":3553364,"projectId":9269228,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping to get this school year off to a successful start. Each student has their own binder with a color coded cover matching their specific class period. Binders are stored in the classroom and used daily.\r\n\r\nStudents use their binder to keep units of mathematical instruction organized. Each unit is completed and used for studying.\r\n\r\nAt the beginning of the year, receiving a new binder helps students feel we care about them and their learning. Your contribution to this learning community is appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1753468625974,"projectUrl":"project/neat-and-tidy-binders-for-all/9269228/","projectTitle":"Neat and Tidy - Binders for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McClean","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3553364_orig.jpg?crop=1280,1280,x1520,y1080&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748033650088","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-mcclean"},{"teacherId":1948319,"projectId":9771828,"letterContent":"I am writing with a heart full of gratitude to share the incredible impact your generosity has had on my special education classroom. The arrival of our new refrigerator and printer ink has truly transformed our daily routine and significantly improved the quality of life for my students.\r\n\r\nIn our class, we focus on building essential life skills. The refrigerator has become the heart of our weekly cooking lessons, allowing us to safely store fresh ingredients as students learn to prepare simple, nutritious meals. Beyond these lessons, it serves a vital health and emotional purpose.\r\n\r\nFor example, one of my students with severe food sensitivities used to have to carry a heavy insulated bag around all day just to keep their meals safe. Now, they walk into our adjoining room, head straight to the refrigerator, and smile knowing their safe lunch is waiting for them. Having a dedicated spot for their food has removed a huge layer of anxiety from their morning transition and allowed them to focus on learning.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the printer ink cartridges have been a game-changer for our communication. Since my students thrive with visual aids, we now use it to print high-quality picture supports that enhance their comprehension. Whether it's following a visual recipe independently or navigating a daily schedule, these tools give my students a sense of autonomy and confidence they didn't have before.\r\n\r\nYour support did more than just provide supplies—you provided a safer, healthier, and more accessible environment for my students. Thank you for believing in them and for making our classroom a place where they can truly flourish.","fullyFundedDate":1769088809719,"projectUrl":"project/a-refrigerator-and-ink-cartridges-for-my/9771828/","projectTitle":"A Refrigerator and Ink Cartridges for My Special Needs Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Akerele - (Mr. A)","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1948319"},{"teacherId":1748981,"projectId":10028422,"letterContent":"Thank you for the lab supplies. My students always find my classroom a welcoming environment when they have everything they need to learn. The students especially enjoyed the simulated blood to determine who was the father by blood type. The students also had fun doing vision experiments with the mirrors to test their optical nerves. All of my students have been using the pencils on a daily basis and it's great that I can to refill the pencil cup. Surprisingly the box of pencil has lasted me to the end of the school year!\r\n\r\nWe measured the weight of air to prove that air has mass with the digital scales. That kind of experiment isn't possible with balances since they don't go to the hundredth place. I will hold onto the extra batteries to replace the battery scales once they go bad. I've already used some of the batteries to replace the batteries in my flashlights that we used for dilation of the eye experiments. \r\n\r\nThe fidget balls have been super helpfully to keep students focused, especially during exams. Some students also enjoy the pencil grips to keep them writing. I will hold onto the balloons for next year cellular respiration experiments and the syringes for next year photosynthesis experiment. I will also hold onto the UV paper for next year's skin unit to test sunscreen experiments.","fullyFundedDate":1773684503636,"projectUrl":"project/physiology-lab-supplies/10028422/","projectTitle":"Physiology Lab Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Romanak","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1748981_orig.jpg?crop=540,540,x0,y210&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1569457136628","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/romanak"},{"teacherId":10102619,"projectId":9883486,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation and helping me provide flexible seating for my high school students. I strive to make my classroom a safe and calming environment for all students, and the beanbags have enhanced this to a great degree.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the beanbag chairs they were so excited and often argue with each other (in a good way) over who gets to sit in them during free time. I have used them as a reward for on-task behavior, as a classroom management tactic for students who are struggling, and as a safe place for kids to sit while they share hard things with me. It has also enhanced my relationship building, as often the students who sit in them (they are behind my desk) start conversations with me and share things they may have otherwise kept to themselves. \r\n\r\nOverall the chairs are a huge hit and I am so thankful you helped make it happen! They are a wonderful addition to my classroom environment and I look forward to seeing how they continue to shape our classroom culture moving forward.","fullyFundedDate":1766777531613,"projectUrl":"project/calm-down-corner-for-teens/9883486/","projectTitle":"Calm Down Corner for Teens","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reed","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10102619_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y110&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753923205947","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10102619"},{"teacherId":8794159,"projectId":9240909,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our school counseling program. Because of your contribution, we were able to purchase supplies that help students build essential social-emotional and executive functioning skills.\r\n\r\nThese resources allow us to work with students on understanding how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected. Through hands-on activities and guided reflection, they are learning practical strategies to manage stress, strengthen focus, make thoughtful decisions, and develop healthy coping skills.\r\n\r\nAdolescence can be a challenging time, and having the right tools makes a meaningful difference. Your generosity helps create a supportive space where students can pause, reflect, and practice skills that will serve them not only in school, but throughout their lives.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in the wellbeing and growth of our students. Your support helps empower young people to better understand themselves and navigate life with greater confidence and resilience.","fullyFundedDate":1746785699032,"projectUrl":"project/social-emotional-learning-skills-for-a/9240909/","projectTitle":"Social Emotional Learning: Skills for a Successful Life","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8794159_orig.jpg?crop=634,634,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667633511365","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8794159"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_7333","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1524,"numTeachers":76,"percentFrplEligible":83,"percentAsian":14,"percentBlack":12,"percentWhite":9,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":60,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":2,"gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"20.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":78.8,"schoolId":7333,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Fairfax High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Fairfax High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/los-angeles-unified-school-district/fairfax-high-school/7333"}