{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Smoky Hill High School","outOfStateSupporters":34.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7490082,"projectId":9590924,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, over 100 students are staying organized and keeping track of their English class materials better than they ever have before! Because of you, each sophomore and several juniors received a 3-ring binder to help them stay organized. Most of the students, until now, have \"saved\" their papers by shoving them into their backpacks or into a spiral notebook.\r\n\r\nOnce the binders arrived in late August, we began binder-building. Students arranged their dividers from another Donors Choose grant into unit sections, and began placing their school work into the rings. Lost assignments, duplicate handouts, and \"I never got that\" are things of the past. Students now know exactly where their materials and school work are--whether completed or in-progress.\r\n\r\nIn addition to the students, the supplies have helped my co-teacher and I. Now, when a student is absent, we simply insert their handouts from the day into their binder--no more guessing about what they missed! Thank you so much for helping all my students get organized!","fullyFundedDate":1755732588348,"projectUrl":"project/helping-kids-stay-organized-for-learning/9590924/","projectTitle":"Helping Kids Stay Organized for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. G.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7490082_orig.jpg?crop=808,808,x358,y281&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755913020558","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7490082"},{"teacherId":7490082,"projectId":9643356,"letterContent":"I can't tell you what a huge impact your gift has made on my students' learning. Sophomores in high school have so much trouble staying organized, and your dividers help them know exactly where everything is in their notebooks! After the notebooks arrived, but before your dividers came in, students were literally just stuffing papers into their backpacks (never-to-be-seen-again!) and sticking them between the covers of the binders without hooking them in. Assignments were not only a mess but also getting lost.\r\n\r\nWith the dividers, students have been organizing their work by unit, clipping their assignments and notes into the correct section of their binders, and we can now easily look for work that they may be missing in the gradebook or that they never received.\r\n\r\nYou not only helped the students, but also my co-teacher and me. It is always difficult remembering who was absent and who received which papers. This way, every binder gets handed out and when a student is gone, we insert the papers from that day. They are ready to begin when they return to school! Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1756676074827,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-fill-our-binders-with-dividers/9643356/","projectTitle":"Help Us Fill Our Binders With Dividers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. G.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7490082_orig.jpg?crop=808,808,x358,y281&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755913020558","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7490082"},{"teacherId":2876908,"projectId":8558227,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my classroom project! \r\n\r\nSince COVID, students have struggled a lot with attendance and mental health issues. High School students especially got used to doing work whenever it suits them, and are increasingly torn between school and immediate employment. They're struggling to connect with other students. We might be dealing with these repercussions for years. \r\n\r\nThe more teachers can do to make their classrooms inviting places to connect with students for students to connect with each other, the more students want to come to class. This project makes everything a little more comfrotable and gives students all that they need to get work done.\r\n\r\nThank you for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1732911148932,"projectUrl":"project/mindfullness-productivity-and-focus/8558227/","projectTitle":"Mindfullness, Productivity, and Focus","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Keller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2876908_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1466894708795","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kellerhistory"},{"teacherId":9020522,"projectId":8563761,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for all of your support. I was able to finish painting our magnetic wall to work as a whiteboard with the paintbrush you supported. The magnetic pencil holders are being used to hold Expo markers on that wall. The magnets are used to hold paper on that wall (and on the whiteboards as well). We've been able to make great use of the space for collaborative activities and for spelling and grammar practice.\r\n\r\nI like to have brain breaks during our ninety-five minute class. With the warm weather we've been having, I was able to go outside with the students. They enjoyed using the chalk outside to spark their creativity while enjoying the sun. \r\n\r\nNone of this would be possible without your support.","fullyFundedDate":1732914524890,"projectUrl":"project/materials-for-life-and-learning/8563761/","projectTitle":"Materials for Life and Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9020522"},{"teacherId":8771970,"projectId":8569538,"letterContent":"Welcome to our Kindle Corner! We are thrilled to introduce an exciting opportunity for our students to explore the world of literature through Kindle devices. With these handy gadgets, students can dive into a vast collection of e-books from a diverse array of talented authors. \r\n\r\nThis initiative proves invaluable, especially when our library's selection of hard copies is limited or when students find themselves without their school computers. Many students cherish the tactile experience of reading on a Kindle, as it offers a comforting, book-like feel that enhances their engagement with the story. This allows them to read independently and immerse themselves deeply in their chosen narratives during their silent sustained reading time. \r\n\r\nThank you for your generous support in fostering a love for reading among our students!","fullyFundedDate":1723161182872,"projectUrl":"project/literacy-and-access/8569538/","projectTitle":"Literacy and Access!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schuman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8771970"},{"teacherId":9343864,"projectId":8580024,"letterContent":"I hope this note finds you well! I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of materials to support my speech sessions at SHH. Your contributions have made a significant impact on my students' learning experiences, and I cannot thank you enough.\r\n\r\nThe \"Chat Chains\" game has been a fantastic addition to our social skills groups. It has provided an engaging way for students working on social pragmatic goals to connect more deeply with one another. I've witnessed many moments of growth as they navigated conversations, built on each other's ideas, and developed their communication skills in a supportive environment. Your donation has truly fostered a sense of community among my students.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the book \"Stir, Crack, Whisk, Bake\" has been a wonderful resource during our cooking group in the ILC. The step-by-step instruction book has allowed us to engage in literature while also creating delicious cupcakes together. This book reinforces not only our culinary skills but also teamwork and following directions. The joy on my students' faces as they proudly presented their cupcakes was priceless. Your donation made this memorable experience possible!\r\n\r\nWhile these are just two examples of how your donations have made an impact, I want to thank you for your whole donation including all the other items. All items are being utilized to foster learning and growth in a fun and engaging way.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your kindness and support. The positive impact you've had on my students is immeasurable, and I am truly grateful for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1732911384542,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-students-with-severe-disabili/8580024/","projectTitle":"Empowering Students with Severe Disabilities: A Request for Specialized Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Marsh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9343864"},{"teacherId":9634339,"projectId":8582728,"letterContent":"Thank you once again for your kindness. My students and paraprofessionals truly value your generosity. With the new learning materials, they have engaged in hands-on activities focused on colors, shapes, and various sizes.\r\n\r\nWe have incorporated these materials into our centers, and the students love transitioning from one activity to another. Their accuracy has improved, demonstrating their learning progress! This achievement would not be possible without your support. Thank you once more from both myself and the paraprofessionals.","fullyFundedDate":1732910696274,"projectUrl":"project/severe-needs-classroom-tools/8582728/","projectTitle":"Severe Needs Classroom Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bongard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9634339_orig.jpg?crop=934,935,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723065393548","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9634339"},{"teacherId":9246439,"projectId":8577883,"letterContent":"I hope this letter finds you well. I wanted to take a moment to personally thank you for your generous donation of books to my classroom. Your kindness has truly made a difference, and I am so excited to share the impact your gift has had on my students.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, books are more than just pages filled with words—they are windows to new worlds, mirrors that reflect their own experiences, and doors that open to opportunities they might never have imagined. Thanks to your donation, my classroom has become a space where stories come alive and curiosity flourishes. Students who were once reluctant to pick up a book now find joy in exploring stories that resonate with them, while others eagerly dive into new genres and authors, expanding their horizons.\r\n\r\nJust last week, one of my freshmen discovered their favorite book on our shelf, exclaiming, \"I didn't know books could be this good!\" Another student, who rarely spoke in class, recently shared during a discussion that a novel we read helped them better understand their own challenges and gave them the courage to express their feelings. Moments like these are invaluable, and they are made possible because of you.\r\n\r\nYour support has not only provided access to literature but has also shown my students that there are people who believe in their potential and value their growth. It's a reminder to them—and to me—that a small act of kindness can create a ripple effect of inspiration and change.\r\n\r\nThank you for being part of my students' journey. Your generosity is shaping their lives in ways that words alone cannot express.","fullyFundedDate":1727462722219,"projectUrl":"project/make-america-read-again/8577883/","projectTitle":"Make America Read Again","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cunningham","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9246439"},{"teacherId":2876908,"projectId":8565786,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom! \r\n\r\nSince COVID, students have struggled a lot with attendance and mental health issues. High School students especially got used to doing work whenever it suits them, and are increasingly torn between school and immediate employment. They're struggling to connect with other students. We might be dealing with these repercussions for years. \r\n\r\nThe more teachers can do to make their classrooms inviting places to connect with students for students to connect with each other, the more students want to come to class. 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