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One especially meaningful moment was when students used the Prince Escalus costume to act out the opening scene of Romeo and Juliet. Watching them step into the role, speak Shakespeare's language with confidence, and collaborate with their peers showed just how powerful hands-on learning can be.\r\n\r\nWhen the boxes arrived, the excitement was immediate and contagious. Students gathered around as we opened each one, reacting with genuine joy and curiosity at every new item. The costumes sparked laughter and imagination, the snacks brought relief and gratitude, and the sensory and emotional-support materials helped students feel seen and cared for. It was clear that these resources sent a strong message: this classroom is a safe, supportive place where their needs and interests matter.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these materials will be essential as I begin teaching a new honors class and work to help students feel comfortable and secure enough to take academic risks. Our next steps include expanding literacy skills through dramatic readings, performance-based activities, and creative projects that make complex texts more accessible and engaging. Because of you, my students are not only learning—they are building confidence, empathy, and a genuine love for reading and self-expression. Thank you for giving them that opportunity.","fullyFundedDate":1760844506251,"projectUrl":"project/building-secure-learners-on-the-path-to/9837091/","projectTitle":"Building Secure Learners on the Path to Literacy in ELA","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jensen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9348257_orig.jpg?crop=560,560,x0,y93&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724331399675","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9348257"},{"teacherId":9988216,"projectId":9219275,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation. Without your support, our cultural community project would not have been possible. The goal of the project was to celebrate culture through creativity and connection. With the new supplies, students were able to design activities from various countries that represented important aspects of Hispanic art and traditions. The materials helped to bring to life a cherished tradition from that country and gave everyone a hands-on way to celebrate their heritage and identity. Our students created over 20 arts and crafts activities! Some of the activities included: hieroglyphic rock painting from the Tainos, making pinch pots and decorating it with markers, Panamenian molas, textile coloring, day of the dead skull decorations, yarn art, painting sun clays, decorating book marks and more! \r\n\r\nThe high school took the lead by planning and creating art activities inspired by various cultures. When the students saw the supplies, they used that as inspiration to base their craft activity about. The students worked together to research the meaning and history behind each craft, ensuring that the activities reflected artistic ability and cultural pride. This preparation not only deepened their understanding of Hispanic Traditions but also built their leadership and collaboration skills. \r\n\r\nThe most exciting part of the project was when the high school students shared the creations with the children from the community. The students stayed late after school to set up the tables and then came in early the next day to continue to set up. During the community event, the students guided children at each of their table, teaching them about the culture that inspired the craft. The children were extremely engaged and eager to go from table to table taking their time making their handmade art pieces. \r\n\r\nThanks to this event, it was extremely rewarding to see an exchange of knowledge and culture between the high school students and children from the community. The cultural activities showed how art can bring people together and strengthen community pride.","fullyFundedDate":1753903010685,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-culture-to-life/9219275/","projectTitle":"Bringing Culture to Life","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Beaver","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9988216"},{"teacherId":9915255,"projectId":9095379,"letterContent":"We want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for your generous sponsorship. Thanks to your support, we have created thoughtful baskets filled with care and compassion for our dedicated healthcare workers within our clinical community. It's important for us to show them our appreciation for their tireless efforts and how they make a huge difference in our lives. Your financial contribution has made this gesture possible, and we are deeply thankful for your kindness. Thank You Again","fullyFundedDate":1746786253999,"projectUrl":"project/delcastle-freshman-community-service/9095379/","projectTitle":"Delcastle Freshman: Community Service","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Black","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9915255_orig.jpg?crop=1206,1205,x0,y550&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738605038676","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9915255"},{"teacherId":9462144,"projectId":8960444,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredible support in establishing a self-care station in my classroom. Your kindness has significantly impacted our students' well-being and learning environment.\r\n\r\nYour donations have allowed us to create a space where students can freshen up and maintain personal hygiene, access healthy snacks to stay energized and feel more comfortable and confident throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our self-care station includes hygiene essentials (e.g., deodorant, hand sanitizer, dental care items) and personal care items (e.g., hair ties, combs, tissues). Your contributions have reduced stress and anxiety related to personal needs and fostered a more inclusive and supportive classroom environment.\r\n\r\nYour support goes beyond providing items—it shows our students that their well-being matters. Thank you for your thoughtfulness and generosity on behalf of my students and myself.","fullyFundedDate":1733180813213,"projectUrl":"project/expanding-the-keep-it-clean-self-care/8960444/","projectTitle":"Expanding the \"Keep It Clean\" Self-Care Station","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hale","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9462144_orig.jpg?crop=1170,1170,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733423908003","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dths-art-club"},{"teacherId":9462144,"projectId":8939192,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support of Delcastle's Art Club. It has grown so much and would not be possible without your thoughtfulness.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness we've been able to purchase new art supplies, including paints, canvases, and sculpting materials. Your donations have directly influenced students' ability to strengthen their imagination and artistic skills. \r\n\r\nYour generosity not only supports artistic endeavors but also fosters creativity, self-expression, and confidence in our students. You're helping shape the next generation of artists and creative thinkers.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in the power of art and investing in our students' futures.","fullyFundedDate":1733775329673,"projectUrl":"project/growing-art-club-24-25/8939192/","projectTitle":"Growing Art Club 24-25","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hale","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9462144_orig.jpg?crop=1170,1170,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733423908003","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dths-art-club"},{"teacherId":7655947,"projectId":8873503,"letterContent":"We wish to say \"thank you so very much\" for your support and for donating to our project. In Vo-Tech there are so many fees that students are required to pay. We don't want anything to hinder our students from pursuing their dreams of attaining this certification. This is especially true with financial obligations; therefore, we do all that we can to help them meet these financial obligations.\r\n\r\nMany of our students come from the inner-city, and have so many things that could discourage them and possibly keep them from trying. Some may not have anyone who believes in them and/or encourages to be all that they can be. At Delcastle, we seek to assure that our students have the confidence and the determination to go after their dreams despite the challenges that life may bring. We believe that there is greatness in all of our students, and as educators, it is our responsibility to pull that greatness out of them. Your contribution has help us greatly, because now all of our students have the resources they need to begin, and carry them through their training experience. Thank you for catapulting them into the future of healthcare.","fullyFundedDate":1735137615608,"projectUrl":"project/investing-in-the-future-of-health-care/8873503/","projectTitle":"Investing in the Future of Health Care","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Freeman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7655947_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728153348413","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7655947"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_44534","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1656,"numTeachers":127,"percentFrplEligible":27,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":28,"percentWhite":21,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":43,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"13.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":64.2,"schoolId":44534,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Delcastle Technical High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Delcastle Technical High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/delaware/new-castle-vo-tech-school-district/delcastle-tech-high-school/44534"}