{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Norwalk High School","outOfStateSupporters":31.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9462238,"projectId":9712598,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution toward providing our students with TI-34 scientific calculators. Your support played a meaningful role in helping our learners succeed in mathematics, and we are deeply grateful for your commitment to their growth.\r\n\r\nMany of our students face challenges accessing the tools they need for learning. Thanks to your kindness, they now have greater access to a reliable resource that makes a real difference in their daily classroom experience. Your donation ensures that students in Integrated Algebra/Geometry and Algebra 2 can focus on higher-order thinking, problem-solving, and true conceptual understanding—rather than being limited by a lack of materials.\r\n\r\nYour generosity directly impacts our students by: Ensuring equitable access to essential learning tools; Supporting them as they work toward meeting academic standards and preparing for assessments; Empowering them to build confidence and independence in their math skills.\r\n\r\nYour contribution will have a lasting influence on our students' education and future opportunities. Thank you for believing in our learners and for investing in their success.","fullyFundedDate":1758826874121,"projectUrl":"project/powering-minds-one-calculator-at-a-time/9712598/","projectTitle":"Powering Minds, One Calculator at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dosani","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9462238_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750418568560","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-dosani"},{"teacherId":9456325,"projectId":8188962,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of artistic materials. Our students thoroughly enjoyed using the supplies to create projects that demonstrated their comprehension of character and setting. These materials also greatly supported our Visualizing and Verbalizing lessons, helping students bring their ideas to life in meaningful and engaging ways.\r\n\r\nThe excitement in the classroom was undeniable—students were thrilled each time a new package arrived. Your kindness not only enriched our lessons but also inspired creativity, enthusiasm, and confidence in our learners.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your support and the positive impact you've made on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1707067701137,"projectUrl":"project/visualizing-and-verbalizing/8188962/","projectTitle":"Visualizing and Verbalizing","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Jeanette Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9456325_orig.png?crop=395,395,x22,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759421835478","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9456325"},{"teacherId":10012799,"projectId":9316207,"letterContent":"This project has truly transformed my classroom for the better. Before receiving the iPad, I relied solely on the whiteboard for notes. I was limited to a few marker colors and simple strategies like circling or underlining key steps. Now, with the note taking apps on the iPad, I have a wide range of tools to support student learning. I can zoom in on specific parts of the lesson to help students stay focused, highlight information in multiple colors, and switch tools seamlessly as I teach.\r\n\r\nThe iPad has also made my teaching more efficient and dynamic. I can easily move between slides, handwritten notes, and online resources without losing instructional time. Previously, I had to write out every example on the whiteboard while slides were displayed separately, which kept me anchored to the front of the room.\r\n\r\nNow, I can write on the iPad while displaying everything on the screen, allowing me to move freely around the classroom. This mobility helps me stay aware of the whole room and give attention to individual students as needed. Students are able to follow along more easily, and I'm able to incorporate more interactive and engaging teaching tools.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous donation. It has made a meaningful and positive impact on both my teaching and my students' learning. We are truly grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1749389078456,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-workflow-and-mobility-with-an/9316207/","projectTitle":"Enhancing Workflow and Mobility with an iPad","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sibley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10012799"},{"teacherId":6926725,"projectId":9055540,"letterContent":"Having an additional computer available to students creates a meaningful impact in both their daily learning and long-term academic growth. With upgraded technology, students gain more consistent access to digital resources, online assignments, and research tools, which helps bridge the gap for those who may not have reliable access at home. This extra device also allows for more flexibility during class, ensuring that no student is left waiting or excluded from engaging fully in technology-based lessons. The availability of additional computers increases equity, giving all students the same opportunity to participate, create, and collaborate.\r\n\r\nBeyond access, upgraded technology empowers students to take ownership of their learning and strive for higher levels of achievement. With reliable devices, they can explore innovative platforms, engage in interactive lessons, and develop the 21st-century skills that are critical for success in school and beyond. The additional computer doesn't just provide convenience it helps foster independence, confidence, and motivation by ensuring students are equipped with the tools they need to succeed in a technology-driven world.","fullyFundedDate":1747004530219,"projectUrl":"project/click-into-learning-empowering-students/9055540/","projectTitle":"Click Into Learning; Empowering Students With Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Small","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6926725_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1574196708723","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tanya-small"},{"teacherId":7512486,"projectId":9581773,"letterContent":"We can't thank you enough for donating to our project. Students are using the binders to keep their work organized. Many of my students do not have the resources to get a binder outside of school. Students keep their \"notes\" in the binder for each unit. \r\nWe do not have text books so these binders act like their textbook. At the end of the unit I check to see if they have all the notes they are supposed to have. Then students use them to study for the end of unit exam. \r\n Students were very excited to receive a new binder! Many of them have only ever had used ones handed down or were relying on a folder. They loved the color and the extra pockets inside! \r\n We will continue to use the binders throughout the 25-26 school year. I am sure many of the students will keep this binder and use it next year and the year after!","fullyFundedDate":1758224043042,"projectUrl":"project/math-thinkers-need-to-be-organized/9581773/","projectTitle":"Math Thinkers Need to Be Organized!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Remson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7512486"},{"teacherId":9315087,"projectId":9359322,"letterContent":"By providing food and refreshments to our Pride Club, you are helping to create a welcoming and comfortable environment where students feel encouraged to gather, relax, and connect with one another after a long school day. It not only helps meet a basic need, but also sends a message of care and support to students who may be seeking a safe, affirming space to express themselves and build community.\r\n\r\nThese donations will also allow the club to focus more on its mission—fostering inclusivity, acceptance, and student empowerment—rather than worrying about resources. Sharing snacks and drinks helps to break the ice, nurture friendships, and make meetings feel more celebratory and inclusive. Ultimately, this support strengthens the sense of belonging within the Pride Club, showing students that their identities and voices are valued both within the school and by the wider community.","fullyFundedDate":1750865350335,"projectUrl":"project/please-support-our-high-schools-pride-c/9359322/","projectTitle":"Please Support Our High School's Pride Club","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Caiola","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9315087"},{"teacherId":9456857,"projectId":9267834,"letterContent":"As a school counselor, having up-to-date technology has been invaluable in the work I do with students and families. The desktop computer allows me to stay current and accessible, whether I'm supporting students with college applications, monitoring their academic progress, or communicating important information to families. This access ensures that I can provide timely guidance, remove barriers to resources, and help students feel more confident about their next steps. It has made my work more efficient and, more importantly, more impactful for the students I serve.\r\n\r\nWhile students don't use the computer themselves, they are especially excited about the support it enables me to give them. For example, I can quickly share accurate information about their grades, deadlines, and college opportunities, which helps them stay on track and feel reassured. Families also benefit from more consistent communication, which builds stronger connections and trust. Having reliable, updated technology has not only improved my ability to counsel effectively but has also created new opportunities for students to feel engaged and supported in their academic and personal growth.\r\n\r\nI am truly grateful for your generous donation that made this possible. Your support directly impacts the students and families I work with every day, and it ensures they receive timely, personalized guidance during such an important time in their lives. Thank you for investing in tools that help me serve them better and for making a real difference in their educational journey.","fullyFundedDate":1755716672171,"projectUrl":"project/decompress-with-your-counselor/9267834/","projectTitle":"Decompress with Your Counselor","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hinchey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9456857_orig.jpg?crop=756,756,x1814,y917&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745588771955","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9456857"},{"teacherId":9462238,"projectId":9419856,"letterContent":"The chair leg covers particularly benefited students who are sensitive to sounds, including myself. The covers not only reduced noise but also prevented floor damage and made it easier for students to move their chairs, enhancing flexibility for collaborative work and helping maintain a clean, well-kept classroom.\r\n\r\nThe scraping of chairs across tile floors — once a daily source of distraction — was significantly reduced. With the noise minimized, students were able to concentrate more effectively on math lessons. Also, the transition between activities was with fewer disruptions.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, our classroom is now a quieter, more focused space where students learn comfortably and are not disturbed by the constant noise of dragging chairs. It's amazing how something as simple as chair leg covers can make such a big difference. Your donation didn't just fund supplies — it helped transform our learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1750774627645,"projectUrl":"project/quiet-classrooms-focused-minds-need-te/9419856/","projectTitle":"Quiet Classrooms, Focused Minds: Need Tennis Ball Chair Leg Covers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dosani","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9462238_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750418568560","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-dosani"},{"teacherId":1842229,"projectId":9486368,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity. Thanks to you all of my students have folders to keep their work safe from getting lost. They now have a routine of taking their folder off the cart on the way into class and dropping it back on the cart when they leave. The papers are kept safe to use for next class. The folders also come in handy when a student is absent. They know that anything they miss will be in the folder when they return to school.\r\n\r\nI also want to thank you for the bins. These are use for graded papers. Each class has their own bin and students check the bins for their graded papers. The combination of folders and bins is a much needed organizational system for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1755728186095,"projectUrl":"project/organization-to-build-the-road-to-succes/9486368/","projectTitle":"Organization to Build the Road to Success","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Munrow","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1842229_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663688535627","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/drmunrow"},{"teacherId":9315087,"projectId":9142542,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation of books in Spanish, our high school library has been able to expand its collection in ways that directly support our students' growth as readers and learners. \r\n\r\nThese new titles have given Spanish-speaking students the opportunity to see themselves and their experiences reflected in literature, while also providing engaging, high-interest stories for those studying Spanish as a second language. By making these books available, you have helped create a more inclusive, welcoming space where all students feel represented and valued.","fullyFundedDate":1746785531202,"projectUrl":"project/books-in-spanish/9142542/","projectTitle":"Books in Spanish","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Caiola","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9315087"},{"teacherId":9572798,"projectId":8889548,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to our classroom needs last school year! \r\nWe are so grateful for your support. We had a great remainder of the year that culminated in a fantastic closing art show-thr materials donated went to great use, allowing for my students to not face limitations in availability of materials. \r\nI was laid off at the end of May, and fear that I would never get a chance to work with this group of students again. Fortunately my position was reinstated at the end of June! So I've been able to work with new and familiar students using some of the materials left over from this donation. I'm looking forward to seeing what magic happens this year.\r\n\r\nMs. Hansen and the Norwalk High School kiddos.","fullyFundedDate":1734599098092,"projectUrl":"project/art-class-basic-supplies-needed/8889548/","projectTitle":"Art Class Basic Supplies Needed","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hansen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9572798_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y46&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729262043238","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9572798"},{"teacherId":8131175,"projectId":8000341,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support through DonorsChoose, a group of incredible adolescents had the opportunity to explore creativity, build skills, and grow as young entrepreneurs through our afterschool jewelry-making club.\r\n\r\nMany of our students had never used jewelry-making tools before—but over the course of the year, they learned to craft beautiful pieces, support each other's creativity, and even turn their work into a small business!\r\n\r\nWith the supplies you helped fund, our students:\r\n-Created original jewelry designs\r\n-Sold their pieces to friends, family, and teachers\r\n- Hosted multiple pop-up shops in our school cafeteria\r\n-Participated in Norwalk's Youth Entrepreneur Fair!\r\n\r\nIt's been amazing to watch them gain confidence, learn entrepreneurial skills, and take pride in their work. This project not only sparked their creativity—it gave them a platform to shine.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and helping them discover what they're capable of. 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