{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Atwater High School","outOfStateSupporters":31.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7603716,"projectId":10078129,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, we were able to distribute the journals to students during Mental Health Week at lunch — and it was such a meaningful experience. We set up a dedicated table focused on self-care and reflection, inviting students to stop by, learn about the importance of mental wellness, and pick out their own personal journal.\r\n\r\nStudents were immediately drawn to the display. Many were excited just to have something that belonged to them. Some flipped through the pages right away, while others asked thoughtful questions about how journaling could help with stress and anxiety. A few students shared that they had never owned a journal before. Seeing them smile, sit down with friends, and begin writing during their lunch period was incredibly powerful.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our students now have a safe space to process their thoughts and feelings. Your generosity helped make Mental Health Week not just an event, but the beginning of meaningful self-care practices for many of our students. Thank you for investing in their well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1771007929376,"projectUrl":"project/journals-for-life-skills-self-reflectio/10078129/","projectTitle":"Journals for Life Skills, Self-Reflection, and Student Voice","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7603716_orig.png?crop=522,522,x821,y967&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759441365760","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7603716"},{"teacherId":3856390,"projectId":10057431,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our backpacking program! Because of your kindness, our students now have nutritious, lightweight backpacking meals that will fuel them on their outdoor adventures.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, these trips are their first opportunity to explore the wilderness, challenge themselves physically, and experience the beauty of nature away from screens and daily stress. Having reliable meals means they can focus on learning new skills, building confidence, and supporting one another as a team. Your donation helps make these life-changing experiences possible and ensures that every student, regardless of financial situation, can participate fully.\r\n\r\nOn our upcoming trips, students will practice backcountry cooking, nutrition planning, and Leave No Trace principles while sharing meals together under the stars. These are moments they will remember for the rest of their lives — and you made them happen.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students' growth, resilience, and love for the outdoors. We are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1771008269825,"projectUrl":"project/backpacking-breakfasts/10057431/","projectTitle":"Backpacking Breakfasts","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3856390_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1473284666435","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3856390"},{"teacherId":9208261,"projectId":10000923,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing the cornhole sets. These sets offer students a fun, active way to build teamwork, communication, and good sportsmanship. Cornhole encourages strategic thinking as students plan their tosses, adjust their aim, and collaborate with partners. It also provides a healthy break from academic tasks, helping students release energy, reduce stress, and return to learning more focused and refreshed. The game is easy to learn, inclusive for all skill levels, and promotes positive social interaction. 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Writing items including pens, pencils, markers, and highlighters support clearer note-taking and active engagement during lessons. Paper products like notepads, colored paper, and cardstock encourage creativity, hands-on learning, and effective communication of ideas. Sticky notes and small organizational tools help students plan, stay focused, and participate in interactive classroom activities. Motivational stickers contribute to a positive environment where students feel encouraged and proud of their efforts. Altogether, these supplies create a more organized, welcoming, and productive learning space, helping students stay prepared and motivated throughout the school day. Thank you again for supporting their success.","fullyFundedDate":1770520173844,"projectUrl":"project/essential-supplies-to-support-life-skil/10074113/","projectTitle":"Essential Supplies to Support Life Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. D. 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One of our school goals is building literacy throughout the disciplines and our math journals have helped us with that purpose as well.","fullyFundedDate":1763575603152,"projectUrl":"project/math-notes-they-make-a-difference/9892499/","projectTitle":"Math Notes - They Make a Difference!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Duran-Robles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9205597_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y77&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698867360542","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9205597"},{"teacherId":9655562,"projectId":10065904,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation and for believing in my students. Your support has already made a positive impact on our classroom. When the supplies arrived, my students were excited and felt valued knowing someone cared about their learning. We have been using the materials to create posters about music and its impact on our lives and community. Students shared music that is important to their families and discussed how music helps them express their feelings and connect with others.\r\n\r\nThe whiteboards have become an important daily tool for our learning. Students use them to brainstorm ideas, practice vocabulary, and organize their thoughts before writing or presenting. These resources help students feel more confident and willing to participate. We will continue using these materials for creative projects and lessons that turn student ideas into meaningful learning. Thank you for making a difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1769997276417,"projectUrl":"project/tools-that-turn-ideas-into-learning/10065904/","projectTitle":"Tools That Turn Ideas Into Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aguilera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9655562"},{"teacherId":3856390,"projectId":10033863,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of a hydration pack to support our hiking and outdoor education program. Your contribution directly supports student safety, comfort, and success on the trail.\r\n\r\nHaving access to a proper hydration pack allows students to carry water efficiently and learn the importance of staying hydrated during physical activity. This has been especially valuable on longer hikes, where students are building endurance, practicing pacing, and learning how to care for their bodies in outdoor environments.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, this is their first experience using real outdoor gear. Using a hydration pack helps them feel prepared and capable, while reinforcing lessons about planning, responsibility, and outdoor safety. It also allows students to focus more on the experience—observing nature, working as a team, and pushing themselves in healthy ways—rather than worrying about basic needs.\r\n\r\nYour support goes beyond equipment. You are helping students gain confidence, resilience, and a stronger connection to the outdoors. Thank you for investing in hands-on learning and for helping our students take meaningful steps forward on the trail.","fullyFundedDate":1769690891955,"projectUrl":"project/hydration-pack/10033863/","projectTitle":"Hydration Pack","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3856390_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1473284666435","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3856390"},{"teacherId":3856390,"projectId":10033949,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of headlamps and a tripod for our outdoor learning program. Because of you, our students are safer, more confident, and able to continue learning long after the sun goes down.\r\n\r\nThe headlamps have already made a huge difference on our camping and backpacking trips. Students can safely navigate camp, cook meals, and take part in evening activities while learning responsibility and preparedness in real-world outdoor settings. For many of our students, this is their first experience using professional outdoor gear, and it's empowering for them to be trusted with equipment that real guides and leaders rely on.\r\n\r\nThe tripod has opened the door to night photography and creative exploration. Students are learning how light, time, and technology work together as they document their experiences, experiment with long exposures, and capture moments they'll remember long after the trip ends.\r\n\r\nYour support goes far beyond equipment—you're helping students build confidence, teamwork, and a deeper connection to the outdoors. We are incredibly grateful for your generosity and belief in experiential learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping light the way for our students, both on the trail and in their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1769177380644,"projectUrl":"project/headlamps-and-tripod/10033949/","projectTitle":"Headlamps and Tripod","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3856390_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1473284666435","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3856390"},{"teacherId":9269011,"projectId":9803838,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our school's clothing closet. Because of you, our students now have greater access to essential items that help them feel comfortable, confident, and ready to learn each day.\r\n\r\nOur clothing closet is a vital resource for many students at our school. A large number of them rely on it for everyday necessities, emergency needs, and seasonal items. Thanks to your donation, we are able to stock important supplies such as hair ties, scrunchies, winter gloves, and lip balm. These are small items that make a BIG difference in helping students feel prepared and cared for when they walk into the classroom.\r\n\r\nYour support also allowed us to purchase an additional clothing rack, which has made organizing and storing our growing number of clothing donations much more efficient and accessible. The shoe refresher spray has also been incredibly helpful in restoring donated shoes so they feel fresh and ready to wear, allowing us to extend the life and usefulness of these donations.\r\n\r\nIn addition, this project supports our amazing student volunteers who generously give their time before school, after school, and during Saturday Academy to help run the clothing closet. \r\n\r\nBecause of you, our students are better equipped to face the challenges of school life, whether it's staying warm during winter, feeling confident in their appearance, or knowing that their community cares about their well-being. Your kindness helps create a school environment where all students can focus on learning and feel supported, no matter their circumstances.","fullyFundedDate":1760731657733,"projectUrl":"project/essentials-for-comfort-stocking-our-clo/9803838/","projectTitle":"Essentials for Comfort: Stocking Our Clothing Closet with Care","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dougherty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9269011_orig.jpg?crop=426,426,x191,y43&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694641963725","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9269011"},{"teacherId":9787528,"projectId":9794631,"letterContent":"We have been using the new resources daily, and they've already made a meaningful difference in our classroom. Students are using them during small-group instruction and independent work, which has allowed them to engage more deeply with the lesson content. One standout moment was during a recent activity when students collaborated to apply what they learned using the new materials—many who are usually hesitant to participate were excited and confident to share their thinking.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their reaction was immediate excitement. They were eager to explore and asked thoughtful questions about how we would use them. Several students commented on how the resources made learning feel more \"fun\" and hands-on, which has helped boost motivation and focus.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, donors were able to bring new energy into our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1764002057336,"projectUrl":"project/journals-to-support-student-wellness/9794631/","projectTitle":"Journals to Support Student Wellness","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Alcazar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9787528"},{"teacherId":9269011,"projectId":9645040,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generosity of our donors, this project has made an immediate and meaningful difference for our students. The clothing closet is now better stocked with essential items that students rely on daily, especially socks and belts. For many of our students, these small essentials make a big difference in how they carry themselves in class.\r\n\r\nThe snacks provided through this project have also had a positive impact. After-school shoppers and student volunteers benefit from these quick pick-me-ups, reinforcing the clothing closet as a welcoming, supportive space rather than one of stress or stigma.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the detergent has ensured that donated clothing items are clean and presentable before being distributed. This has helped maintain a sense of pride and respect within the closet, reinforcing to students that they deserve care, quality, and attention to detail.\r\n\r\nOverall, this project has strengthened our school community by supporting equity, dignity, and student well-being. Because of our donors, students are walking into school feeling more confident, cared for, and ready to succeed. We are deeply grateful for the support that has helped us meet our students' needs in such a tangible and compassionate way.","fullyFundedDate":1758992417005,"projectUrl":"project/helping-students-feel-their-best-with-so/9645040/","projectTitle":"Helping Students Feel Their Best with some Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dougherty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9269011_orig.jpg?crop=426,426,x191,y43&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694641963725","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9269011"},{"teacherId":9208261,"projectId":9814568,"letterContent":"We are deeply grateful for your generous support of our classroom and campus programs. Your donation will directly impact our students by providing essential hygiene products, organizational tools, and supplies that keep our learning environment clean, safe, and welcoming. 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