{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Atlantic Coast High School","outOfStateSupporters":51.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10200194,"projectId":9632174,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity! Your donations have allowed me to really motivate my students to the best of their abilities! On exam day, many students might feel anxious or unsure of themselves, and when they smell that freshly made popcorn, it allows them to relax a little bit and gives them a positive motivator to do their best. My test scores are up approximately 3 to 4% from the previous school year, and I would definitely attribute some of that gain to this machine!\r\n\r\nMy students were so excited to be able to get a little bit of extra food in the mornings and afternoons as sometimes they might go without. It really gives me an appreciation for what donors such as you can do for total strangers. On behalf of all my students and administration, thank you for all of your donations!","fullyFundedDate":1757555258622,"projectUrl":"project/motivational-popcorn-extravaganza/9632174/","projectTitle":"Motivational Popcorn Extravaganza!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Deuerling","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10200194"},{"teacherId":7194333,"projectId":9693361,"letterContent":"I want to take a moment and thank you for your generosity in donating to my classroom project.\r\n\r\nThis project was really simple (hence the title) so my impact letter perhaps lacks the flare of other letters I've written.\r\n\r\nHowever, I want you to know that the tissues and hand sanitizer you donated are used....literally every single day. \r\n\r\nToo many times a student has come to me looking for tissues and I have had to reply, \"Sorry, we're out. You'll have to grab some toilet tissue from the rest room. \"\r\n\r\nFor the last several weeks I have not had that issue, having fresh tissues and hand sanitizer ready when needed.\r\n\r\nCold and flu season is just taking off and I love knowing I am well stocked for the next few months. It is one less thing to think about in a hectic time and it is so appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1757683148336,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-it-simple/9693361/","projectTitle":"Keeping It Simple","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7194333_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740853307956","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7194333"},{"teacherId":4023450,"projectId":9724754,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to my ink project. It's such a relief to be able to print as needed in my classroom and not be worried about running out of ink. It is a relief to know that when my current ink runs out, I will have more ready to go, so that I can continue to provide engaging activities, supportive handouts, and interesting assessments to my students. Additionally, I am able to help my students print items such as research papers when they do not have a printer at home. This is such a help to kids who want to do well and need access to resources. Thank you, again, for your support of our students!","fullyFundedDate":1762265235250,"projectUrl":"project/ink-for-thinking-part-2/9724754/","projectTitle":"Ink for Thinking, Part 2","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McDonald","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4023450_orig.jpg?crop=313,312,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700020832996","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mcdonaldachs"},{"teacherId":4023450,"projectId":9716093,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to my ink project. It's such a relief to be able to print as needed in my classroom and not be worried about running out of ink. So far, I've been able to print makeup work, test templates, and interactive activities for my students. Additionally, I am able to help my students print items such as research papers when they do not have a printer at home. This is such a help to kids who want to do well and need access to resources. Thank you, again, for your support of our students!","fullyFundedDate":1760674680196,"projectUrl":"project/ink-for-thinking-part-1/9716093/","projectTitle":"Ink for Thinking - Part 1","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McDonald","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4023450_orig.jpg?crop=313,312,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700020832996","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mcdonaldachs"},{"teacherId":4023450,"projectId":9686425,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping me make my classroom more inviting and organized. I have already used some of the laminating pouches to create a game for review so that groups can choose from multiple choice options in a low pressure and more fun setting. \r\n\r\nI've also been able to start moving some of my previous activities to the sturdier pouches so that pieces won't be lost and the games can be more easily reused. I'm so grateful for how much time that will save in the future.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1757683128206,"projectUrl":"project/lamination-stations/9686425/","projectTitle":"Lamination Stations","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McDonald","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4023450_orig.jpg?crop=313,312,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700020832996","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mcdonaldachs"},{"teacherId":4023450,"projectId":9424178,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my class! It has been such a great organizational help to have a filing system easily accessible to my students. This system has enabled me to reduce the time I spend returning graded work, as well as ensuring students who are absent are able to pick up their materials efficiently on return. \r\n\r\nIn addition, we love having LED lights and our new jellyfish lamp. They really bring a calm vibe to the room, and if I forget to turn them on, students are quick to remind me that we need them on.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1757683054296,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-on-deck/9424178/","projectTitle":"New Year on Deck!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McDonald","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4023450_orig.jpg?crop=313,312,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700020832996","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mcdonaldachs"},{"teacherId":9609707,"projectId":9430594,"letterContent":"When I realized my project was funded I nearly screamed! I have always enjoyed reading and as a teacher I have been trying to encourage my students to read more in the target language, Spanish. In almost every professional development course I have taken lately, the emphasis is on encouraging students to read more in the target language because studies show that students need a ton of \"input\" before they can produce the language.\r\n It is not easy to entice high school students to read, especially in a language that they hardly know. However, if you can engage students with material that is interesting, you have a better chance of enticing them to read. That was the piece I was missing! Last year, I asked for a novel for my classroom that my students would not have been able to purchase so I needed to have it available in my classroom. The interest level sky rocketed from reading that novel. I then found this novel, Es Posible Sonar (It is Possible to Dream), written by a Spanish teacher with wonderful tools and an engaging storyline based on true events in a real place. I knew I needed this book in my classroom library. \r\n\r\nMy students have just started reading it and they already love it! I, of course, told them how I was able to obtain the set of books. I am so appreciative that an organization like Donors Choose manages this type of program and extremely appreciative that donors like you care about students and teachers. I am so thankful that this project was funded. I appreciate all of you that helped make this project come to fruition. \r\n\r\nMuchas gracias!","fullyFundedDate":1760121077319,"projectUrl":"project/reading-helps-make-connections/9430594/","projectTitle":"Reading Helps Make Connections!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Solomon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9609707_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753115127544","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9609707"},{"teacherId":9873465,"projectId":9198930,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding the \"Ready, Set, Test: Essential Supplies for English Standardized Test Prep\" project. These supplies have allowed us to begin our test prep earlier in the year. As students enter the room, the supplies are organized for them to pick up as they enter. We use the folders daily, for students to keep their notes, important vocabulary terms, classwork, and writing samples in one place. This has made a huge difference, because now we can keep all of the students work organized and, in the classroom, so that \"the dog cannot eat their homework.\" As for the paper, pencils, and highlighters, we are now able to provide materials for students who either forget their own or are unable to purchase the supplies needed for the classroom. \r\n\r\nStudents recently took their baseline state diagnostic test for the year. Now that we have the results back, utilizing the supplies that were donated will be even more important. We will now work on skills needed for the reading test like annotating, learning the morphology of words, and writing argumentative essays. It's because of AMAZING donors like you, that my students can learn in an environment without worrying about not having the supplies to be successful. We look forward to making you proud with all of our hard work this year. Once again, from the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU!","fullyFundedDate":1746699692246,"projectUrl":"project/ready-set-test-essential-supplies-for/9198930/","projectTitle":"Ready, Set, Test: Essential Supplies for English Standardized Test Prep","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. V","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9873465_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y196&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742511152628","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9873465"},{"teacherId":9932615,"projectId":9134146,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution of headphones to our classroom. Your support has made a meaningful difference in our learning environment. With these headphones, my students are now able to engage more deeply in individualized learning activities, focus better during reading and writing exercises, and access digital resources without distractions. This simple tool has opened up new possibilities for differentiated instruction and has helped create a more inclusive and productive space for all learners.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has not only provided a practical solution but has also shown my students that their education matters to others beyond the classroom walls. They feel more empowered and motivated knowing that someone believes in their potential. From listening to audiobooks to participating in interactive lessons, these headphones have become an essential part of our daily routine. Thank you for investing in their growth and helping us build a stronger foundation for lifelong learning.","fullyFundedDate":1741012822282,"projectUrl":"project/ear-ye-ear-ye/9134146/","projectTitle":"Ear ye, Ear ye!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9932615"},{"teacherId":8226916,"projectId":9111523,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our Biology classroom now has an Apple Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil Pro—and the transformation in learning has been nothing short of amazing!\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, especially those in ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) and ESE (Exceptional Student Education), traditional note-taking and studying methods can be challenging. These new tools have opened doors to learning in ways that paper and pencil simply couldn't. The Apple Pencil Pro allows them to annotate diagrams, label cell structures, and draw organ systems directly on the iPad with precision. The Magic Keyboard helps them type lab reports, research assignments, and study guides more efficiently, without struggling with small on-screen keyboards.\r\n\r\nWhat excites my students most is how interactive learning has become. They love zooming in on detailed images, tracing pathways in body systems, and using color to highlight important parts of their notes. It's no longer just \"studying science\"—it's exploring science.\r\n\r\nOne of my ESOL students, who used to avoid writing because of spelling and language barriers, now confidently types and edits her work using translation and spell-check features. Another ESE student, who found drawing difficult on paper, now creates stunningly accurate diagrams with the Apple Pencil, proudly sharing them with classmates.\r\n\r\nThis technology hasn't just made learning easier—it has made it joyful, empowering, and inclusive. Your gift has given my students tools to learn at their own pace, in their own style, and with pride in what they create.\r\nFrom all of us—thank you for believing in their potential and for helping science come alive in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1744753296674,"projectUrl":"project/technology-tools-to-boost-learning-in-bi/9111523/","projectTitle":"Technology Tools to Boost Learning in Biology","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Hipol","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8226916_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y32&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1675621294647","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dr-hipol"},{"teacherId":7194333,"projectId":9129577,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for getting this fractions project funded before the end of the school year. By all reasonable measures it was a success! \r\n\r\nHere's how it worked:\r\n* I used the Hershey bars to review equivalent fractions (my students LOVED this)\r\n* Then I used the principles from the Hershey bars to practice re-writing fractions with trigonometric functions\r\n* Next we used the fraction blocks to look at adding fractions with unlike denominators\r\n* This process was then extended into adding fractions with unlike trig denominators \r\n* Lastly, we used the fraction blocks to explore what it means to divide fractions (something most of us were taught as a process but never shown why it works)\r\n* Then we applied this to the myriad examples of compound fractions in trig identities\r\n\r\nThe end result was students simplifying trig identities and being better prepared to encounter them in Pre-calculus. Along the way, there were many \"ah-ha\" moments with regard to the fractions.\r\n\r\nOne student was unable to divide the Hershey bar 4 ways and write the fraction two ways (as 1/4 and as 3/12). I grabbed some graph paper to outline the problem and with a gasp she blurted out....\"I see it! I see it now!\" \r\n\r\nWe can argue all day that students in Algebra 2 should already know this material....and they should. But they very often don't. Thanks to your generosity, I was able to fill in some critical holes with fraction skills AND push deeper into the upper level math to prepare students for their next steps.\r\n\r\nIt was truly a great use of the weeks following our end of course exam and I could not have done it without your help. The Hershey bars were consumed for the most part but the other supplies will continue to be used in future years.\r\n\r\nThank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1746485717107,"projectUrl":"project/break-this-down-for-meplease/9129577/","projectTitle":"Break This Down For Me...Please?","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7194333_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740853307956","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7194333"},{"teacherId":5998323,"projectId":9036783,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your investment in our ESOL students this year. Our ESOL program has grown so much, and you were a key part of that. Your donations encouraged teachers so much and led to the start of other projects that benefitted students as well. Because of you, English Language Learners, especially those without a phone, were able to communicate with their teachers and have easy access to learning materials. The funding of this project was the first step toward a lot of initiatives this year and projects that will continue into the fall of 2025. \r\n\r\nYou have made an impact.","fullyFundedDate":1739376313723,"projectUrl":"project/translator-devices-to-empower-ell-studen/9036783/","projectTitle":"Translator Devices to Empower ELL Students in Core Classes","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bixby","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5998323_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1540144594486","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/essie-bixby"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_99540","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":2887,"numTeachers":108,"percentFrplEligible":53,"percentAsian":7,"percentBlack":28,"percentWhite":33,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":22,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"26.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":48.1,"schoolId":99540,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Atlantic Coast High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Atlantic Coast High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/florida/duval-county-public-schools/atlantic-coast-high-school/99540"}