{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Bristol Central High School","outOfStateSupporters":28.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3513448,"projectId":10482534,"letterContent":"From the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU! Your generosity has made such an incredible difference in my biology classroom, and I wish you could see just how often your gifts are being put to use! What may seem like simple classroom supplies have truly transformed the way my students learn, create, collaborate, and stay organized. Thanks to you, each of my six classes now has its own color-coded turn-in bin, making our classroom routines smoother and helping students take ownership of their work. The enormous collection of colorful markers has been an absolute hit! We use them almost daily as students draw, label, and construct scientific models to demonstrate their understanding of biology. The clipboards have also become student favorites during labs, allowing students to record observations without worrying about wet or messy lab tables. Even the hole punch has made a tremendous difference, helping students keep their materials organized and securely in their binders rather than lost at the bottom of their backpacks!\r\n\r\nYour donations have also helped turn our classroom into a colorful, interactive space where student thinking is visible and celebrated. We use sticky notes and glue sticks to create interactive notebooks that make abstract biological concepts more tangible, engaging, and flexible. The Velcro dots and painter's tape allow me to proudly display student work and models throughout the classroom without damaging our walls. And on a personal note, I have to give a special shout-out to the beautiful Hagoromo chalk! As a teacher who still loves teaching at a traditional chalkboard, this has been an absolute game changer. The vibrant colors bring my diagrams and explanations to life, and the smooth, low-dust chalk makes teaching so much more enjoyable. I love it so much that I've been recommending it to other teachers!\r\n\r\nPerhaps what means the most to me is that these materials aren't being saved for special occasions—they are part of our everyday learning. My students are building models, asking questions, working together, and making their thinking visible in ways that simply wouldn't be possible without your kindness. As we continue exploring the fascinating world of biology, these resources will support countless more investigations, creative projects, and moments of discovery. Teaching is about so much more than delivering information; it's about creating a space where students feel inspired, supported, and excited to learn. You have helped me create exactly that kind of classroom. Please know that your generosity has had a lasting impact on my students and on me as their teacher. Thank you for believing in public education, supporting our young scientists, and helping us find wonder in science every single day!","fullyFundedDate":1787273627332,"projectUrl":"project/color-create-collaborate-building-our/10482534/","projectTitle":"Color, Create, Collaborate: Building Our Biology Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kielma","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3513448_orig.jpg?crop=1780,1780,x163,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786633501584","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kielma"},{"teacherId":5823515,"projectId":10115098,"letterContent":"We are so excited about this project! We have never done printmaking and this certainly would never be funded by the district. Projects like this MAKE LANGUAGE LEARNING REAL! I love teaching the classic story of Pinocchio (not the Disney version!) but the thing I have found that resonates most with students is the hands-on component of building something like Geppetto! Students are able to put words to their creation, they are excited to tell their own interpretation of the story. Our goal is to create a printed version of the story with our carved images and then our descriptions in Italian. I wish all of our donors could come to school and see our project in real-time! We are grateful! Grazie!","fullyFundedDate":1778952995953,"projectUrl":"project/carving-stories-bringing-pinocchio-to-l/10115098/","projectTitle":"Carving Stories: Bringing Pinocchio to Life Through Printmaking","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gallo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5823515_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536065146006","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ginagalloreinhardbchs"},{"teacherId":5823515,"projectId":10230175,"letterContent":"Our Pinocchio unit is one of my absolute favorite units to teach! It talks all about personal growth, culture and humanity (things we all need a little more of!) This print making project was inspired by a workshop at our local art museum. This hands on addition to our lesson connects kids on a deeper level to the Italian language and culture! We are so lucky to have the support of our friends and family far and wide! Thanks for reminding us that there is a little Pinocchio in all of us! Grazie!!!!","fullyFundedDate":1781801884333,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-finish-our-year-with-classroom-r/10230175/","projectTitle":"Help Us Finish Our Year With Classroom Resources!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gallo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5823515_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536065146006","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ginagalloreinhardbchs"},{"teacherId":5823515,"projectId":10445387,"letterContent":"This project was a real passion project. I found my polaroid camera (that I won with a DonorsChoose years ago) and I realized that I didn't have any film for it. This got me thinking- What can I do with this camera in class? How can I use this to keep kids engaged? I thought it would be fun to add personal images to our Italian journals that they keep all 4 years of their high school experience. We added our first entries yesterday and the freshman added their photos. They were so excited to have something tangible to base their writing on! I can't wait to snap more photos of our language journey together! This would NEVER be funded by our district! We are so grateful for your love and support! Grazie grazie grazie! GG","fullyFundedDate":1787265942498,"projectUrl":"project/create-it-snap-it-write-about-it-in-i/10445387/","projectTitle":"Create It! Snap It! Write About It! in Italian!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gallo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5823515_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536065146006","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ginagalloreinhardbchs"},{"teacherId":10488500,"projectId":10240159,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contributions to this project! My students were visibly excited to see these whiteboards, as they have used them in other classes. Students seemed to really enjoy the ability to share ideas in a low stakes setting, and engage in much deeper, more active conversations with their peers without the lingering anxiety of getting a \"wrong answer\" permanently marked on paper.\r\n\r\nWe started using the Whiteboards on DAY 1 of the school year, using them to set a collaborative tone for our room:\r\n- Classroom Safety Rules: Instead of reading a standard syllabus, lab groups worked together on their boards to sketch out lab safety scenarios and visually represent proper safety protocols.\r\n- Differentiating Types of Matter: Very soon we plan to jump into core chemistry by having students draw particle diagrams to represent pure elements, compounds, and mixtures. Side-by-side at their tabletop boards, students will actively debate how to draw bonded atoms versus loose mixtures, erasing and adjusting their models in real time as they talk through the concepts.\r\n\r\nEven though it is very early on in the school year, we are thrilled to use these whiteboards on a regular basis to share ideas and make thinking visible and we are so thankful to have the opportunity to use these boards to show our thinking. Your generosity helped us build a culture of risk-taking, active participation, and authentic scientific inquiry from the very first minute of class. Thank you for investing in our students!","fullyFundedDate":1780412105211,"projectUrl":"project/from-misconception-to-mastery-whiteboar/10240159/","projectTitle":"From Misconception to Mastery: Whiteboards for Chemistry","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Ward","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10488500_orig.jpg?crop=3000,3000,x0,y390&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777503295840","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10488500"},{"teacherId":9708988,"projectId":10204978,"letterContent":"Grazie mille! Your generosity is making a meaningful difference in our classroom. The supplies and snacks from this project are helping my students feel prepared, supported, and ready to learn each day.\r\n\r\nOne of the most appreciated parts of this project has been having snacks available for students who need a little extra boost during the school day. For some students, being able to grab a snack when they are hungry makes a real difference in their ability to focus, participate, and stay engaged. I have seen students come into class tired or distracted, have a snack, and then be ready to participate in the lesson and work alongside their classmates. \r\n\r\nWe are continuing to use the classroom supplies for hands-on activities, creative projects, and collaborative work. The markers, glue, scissors, and other materials allow students to participate fully without worrying about whether they have the supplies they need. The storage bins are also helping us keep everything organized and accessible so students can find what they need and get right to work.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students. Your generosity is providing more than just classroom supplies and snacks—it is helping create a classroom where students feel cared for, prepared, and ready to reach their full potential!","fullyFundedDate":1779111786293,"projectUrl":"project/full-hearts-full-minds-supplies-and-sn/10204978/","projectTitle":"Full Hearts, Full Minds: Supplies and Snacks for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Olsen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9708988"},{"teacherId":5840005,"projectId":10158675,"letterContent":"The resources from this project are being used to create a dedicated \"Reset and Refocus\" space in my classroom where students can take a brief mental break, regulate their emotions, and return to learning ready to engage. During a recent lesson on difficult themes in literature, several students used the space to collect their thoughts after reading emotionally challenging content. They were able to return to class feeling calmer and more prepared to participate in discussion and learning.\r\n\r\nMy students were excited and appreciative when they saw the new materials. Many immediately recognized that the space was designed with their well-being in mind. Several students commented that it made them feel supported and that they liked having a place where they could reset when they were feeling overwhelmed or distracted.\r\n\r\nAs we continue reading and discussing complex texts, students will use the Reset and Refocus space as a tool for practicing self-regulation and emotional awareness. Our goal is to help students develop strategies they can use independently, both in school and beyond. By learning how to manage stress, refocus their attention, and persevere through challenges, they are building skills that will support their success in future academic, career, and personal endeavors.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this possible. Your generosity is helping create a classroom environment where students feel supported, valued, and ready to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1779370609341,"projectUrl":"project/reset-refocus-building-college-and-ca/10158675/","projectTitle":"Reset & Refocus: Building College and Career Readiness Through Self-Regulation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hayes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5840005_orig.jpg?crop=1563,1563,x436,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715171776681","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bball"},{"teacherId":5823515,"projectId":9986681,"letterContent":"Grazie mille for helping bring our Italian classroom to life in such a creative way! \r\n\r\nThanks to your generous support, our students now have double-sided whiteboards, whiteboard sticky notes, and colorful stickers that make learning interactive, dynamic, and DIVERTENTE (fun!). From quick-write activities to collaborative games, these tools will transform everyday lessons into engaging experiences where every student has a voice (and a board to share it on!).\r\n\r\nYour support goes far beyond supplies, you are helping us build a vibrant, student-centered environment where language comes alive. Grazie di cuore for believing in our program and our students. We are so grateful!\r\n\r\nCon tanta gratitudine,\r\nIl nostro programma di italiano 💚🤍❤️","fullyFundedDate":1776128400655,"projectUrl":"project/tabletop-thinkersin-italiano/9986681/","projectTitle":"Tabletop Thinkers...In Italiano!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gallo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5823515_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536065146006","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ginagalloreinhardbchs"},{"teacherId":9708988,"projectId":9664123,"letterContent":"GRAZIE MILLE for supporting our Italian classroom project! Because of your generosity, our seven Italian classes now have the tools to collaborate in ways that are dynamic, creative, and help build their confidence! \r\n\r\nOur students truly thrive when they can work together—whether they are practicing conversation, building sentences, or designing cultural projects. Thanks to you, small whiteboards are now in their hands during team vocabulary games, allowing them to quickly draft, revise, and share ideas. Large whiteboards and easel paper have transformed group brainstorming into an active, visible process where students proudly display their thinking. With chalk pens and Expo markers, their presentations are colorful, engaging, and full of personality.\r\n\r\nInstead of quietly writing in notebooks, students are standing, collaborating, and creating together. The classroom energy has shifted in the best way—more movement, more discussion, more laughter, and more authentic language practice. Even hesitant students feel more comfortable sharing when they can work alongside their peers and visually build their ideas step by step.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for investing in collaborative, hands-on learning! Your kindness is making a meaningful difference every single day!","fullyFundedDate":1766092047437,"projectUrl":"project/collaboriamo-lets-collaborate/9664123/","projectTitle":"Collaboriamo! Let's Collaborate!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Olsen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9708988"},{"teacherId":9646230,"projectId":10016250,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation and continued support. We are truly grateful for your kindness.\r\n\r\nBecause of your contribution, we were able to purchase much-needed supplies that will directly support our students and enhance their learning experience. Your generosity has made a meaningful impact, and we are already seeing the positive difference it brings to our work with students.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of myself and my partner, Mr. Kelley, thank you for investing in our students and believing in the importance of the services we provide. Your support helps us create a more positive, supportive, and successful environment for those we serve.\r\nWe sincerely appreciate your generosity and commitment to our students.","fullyFundedDate":1768506200817,"projectUrl":"project/mrs-malick-and-mr-kelleys-classroom-sup/10016250/","projectTitle":"Mrs Malick and Mr Kelley’s Classroom Support Items","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Malick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9646230"},{"teacherId":5823515,"projectId":9707028,"letterContent":"We were so excited about these clipboards, unfortunately when we made the purchase we were only able get 2 (the rest were unavailable). This actually worked out for us! We were able to get other resources for the classroom! We got portable white boards for the classroom which have helped us make small group work even more engaging! We are are so grateful for these resources and can't wait to learn more through drawing, brainstorming and graphic organizing! Thank you for your help and your support of public education. We would NEVER have these resources without the love of the DONORSCHOOSE family!!!","fullyFundedDate":1766447030276,"projectUrl":"project/andiamo-clipboards-on-the-go/9707028/","projectTitle":"Andiamo! Clipboards on the Go!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gallo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5823515_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536065146006","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ginagalloreinhardbchs"},{"teacherId":5823515,"projectId":9568509,"letterContent":"We have just received the materials for this project and we can't wait to dive into Italian studies through art! So far we have played around with the the double sided white board and they were a HIT! We used them in groups of two to practice vocabulary of the human body. We drew our own version of Italian descriptions, shared our images with partners and described our images in Italian. This recycling of information through art has helped us retain vocabulary and make a personal connection to the Italian language! We are excited to use the modeling clay after our midterm exams! Grazie grazie grazie!","fullyFundedDate":1765597078340,"projectUrl":"project/italian-studies-through-art-creiamo/9568509/","projectTitle":"Italian Studies Through Art! 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