{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Walter Sickles High School","outOfStateSupporters":14.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9592947,"projectId":10124604,"letterContent":"Our Career Planning Corner has become a meaningful and reliable resource for my students preparing for life after high school. Your support helped transform a small section of our classroom into a welcoming, productive space where students can focus on their future with confidence.\r\n\r\nEach day, students use this space to create and revise resumes, complete college and scholarship applications, explore trade programs, and research career pathways. Many of our students do not have consistent access to technology or a quiet workspace at home, so having a dedicated area with laptops, printing materials, and basic supplies has made a tremendous difference.\r\n\r\nThe addition of light snacks and a comfortable environment has encouraged students to stay during lunch, before school, and after school to work toward their goals. Students feel supported, valued, and motivated to take the next steps toward college, trade school, or employment.","fullyFundedDate":1772387325858,"projectUrl":"project/career-corner/10124604/","projectTitle":"Career Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sullivan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9592947"},{"teacherId":5713262,"projectId":9799705,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students and staff of Sickles High School, I wanted to extend our deepest gratitude for your generous donation of cleaning products for our school's computers. Your thoughtful contribution has made a significant difference in our daily routine.\r\n\r\nEach lesson begins with clean hands and knowing that our technology is not only ready for use but also well-maintained has been a real boost. The students have truly embraced the responsibility of taking care of the tools they use, and this has also provided the perfect opportunity to teach them about the importance of caring for what is theirs.\r\n\r\nYour support has gone beyond just providing cleaning supplies—it has enriched our learning environment and helped instill valuable life lessons. Thank you again for your kindness and for making a positive impact on our school community!\r\n\r\nWarmly,\r\nMs. Shawn Worland Marks\r\nVE English Instructor\r\nSickles High School, Hillsborough County Public Schools","fullyFundedDate":1763229358708,"projectUrl":"project/from-clean-hands-to-confident-hearts/9799705/","projectTitle":"From Clean Hands to Confident Hearts","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Marks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5713262_orig.jpg?crop=843,843,x1501,y608&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778348136836","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5713262"},{"teacherId":9592947,"projectId":9466167,"letterContent":"The impact of this project has resulted in my students experiencing the school day in a very different and much more positive way. Each morning, I see students arrive hungry. Some miss breakfast because their bus is late and they don't want to miss more class by going to breakfast or they are dropped off just as the bell rings. \r\n\r\nYour support of my project, \"Breakfast Boost\" has transformed this daily challenge. Our classroom food pantry has become a reliable source of comfort and nourishment, a place where students know they can quietly ask for breakfast, a quick lunch, or a snack and be met with kindness and care. This small act has a big impact. When students are able to grab a quick breakfast item, they begin class ready to learn and more focused, more alert, and more confident. They feel valued and supported, knowing their needs matter. They see that their community believes in them, and that belief strengthens their sense of belonging. With every donation that arrives, our classroom community grows stronger, more connected, and more hopeful.","fullyFundedDate":1762293533191,"projectUrl":"project/breakfast-boost/9466167/","projectTitle":"Breakfast Boost","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sullivan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9592947"},{"teacherId":9592947,"projectId":9568535,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made a powerful impact on my students' lives. Each year, many of our high schoolers leave open house carrying long lists of required school supplies; lists that can quickly become overwhelming for families already facing financial challenges. Some students arrive on the first day without the materials they need, feeling embarrassed, anxious, and different from their peers. This emotional weight affects their confidence, their mental well-being, and their ability to fully engage in learning.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, that experience is changing. Your donation ensures that every student in my classroom can start the year with essential supplies like a new backpack, notebooks, and binders in their favorite colors. These items may seem simple, but to my students, they represent belonging, dignity, and the excitement of a fresh start. \r\n\r\nWhen students walk into school prepared and proud of what they carry, they are more motivated, more focused, and more ready to succeed academically.\r\nThank you for giving my students the opportunity to begin the school year with confidence and joy. Your kindness truly transforms their school experience and helps create a learning environment where every student feels valued and supported.","fullyFundedDate":1761917270441,"projectUrl":"project/new-school-supplies-increase-students-we/9568535/","projectTitle":"New School Supplies Increase Students Well Being","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sullivan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9592947"},{"teacherId":9592947,"projectId":9877086,"letterContent":"Your generosity has truly changed the atmosphere in my classroom. When students walk through the door, they're not just stepping into a place to learn they're stepping into a space where their basic needs are seen and cared for. Many of my students come to school without having eaten breakfast, and some don't have enough food to get them through the day. \r\n\r\nWith your help, I've been able to keep a small classroom food closet stocked with snacks and quick meals that students can grab whenever they need something to eat. It's a simple setup, but the impact is anything but small. Students tell me all the time how grateful they are to have something available when hunger hits.\r\nYour support ensures that no student in my classroom has to choose between learning and hunger. You've helped create a space where students feel cared for and supported, and that sense of security makes a real difference in how they show up each day. In my classroom, learning doesn't start with textbooks it starts with a full stomach. And you've made that possible.","fullyFundedDate":1763498208530,"projectUrl":"project/feeding-minds-for-academic-success/9877086/","projectTitle":"Feeding Minds For Academic Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sullivan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9592947"},{"teacherId":9592947,"projectId":9883766,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, our classroom food pantry is once again a reliable source of comfort, stability, and nourishment for my high school students. Your support has made an immediate and meaningful difference.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, students who arrive hungry or who simply need something to sustain them between meals now have access to healthy, shelf‑stable snacks that help them stay focused and ready to learn. Items like granola bars, crackers, ramen, beef jerky, and macaroni and cheese may seem small, but in our classroom they have a big impact. They help students maintain their energy, stay engaged in lessons, and feel cared for during long school days.\r\n\r\nOne student recently shared, \"Sometimes I'm still hungry after the breakfast our school gives us. When I can grab a snack from your pantry, it helps me get through the day without feeling sick or tired.\" Comments like this remind me how essential your contribution truly is. No student should have to push through class on an empty stomach, and because of you, they don't have to.","fullyFundedDate":1763229358723,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-end-food-insecurity/9883766/","projectTitle":"Help Us End Food Insecurity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sullivan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9592947"},{"teacherId":8171433,"projectId":9866200,"letterContent":"Thank YOU, THANK You, THANK YOU!!!\r\n\r\nThere are truly no words that can fully express how grateful I am for your generosity, but I want you to know how deeply appreciated your support is. Because of your donation, I was able to purchase and provide snacks for our high school students who give their time, energy, and compassion to support students with special needs. Your kindness has made a meaningful and lasting impact on our program, our classroom environment, and—most importantly—our students.\r\n\r\nOur peer partners play a vital role each day as they work alongside students with special needs to help them learn valuable job, social, and communication skills. Together, they engage in hands-on activities such as shredding paper, washing cars, making dog treats, and practicing daily living and vocational tasks. These experiences are powerful learning opportunities, but they also require focus, patience, and stamina. Thanks to you, snacks have become an important part of supporting students through this meaningful work.\r\n\r\nThe snacks you helped provide have benefited students in many ways. They help keep energy levels up so students can stay engaged and productive throughout the day. They improve focus and attention and reduce frustration and fatigue, allowing students to approach challenges with a more positive mindset. Simply put, students are better able to learn, help one another, and succeed when their basic needs are met.\r\nBeyond the physical benefits, the snacks have also made a significant emotional and social impact. Offering snacks shows students that their efforts are valued and that someone cares about their well-being. This sense of being appreciated goes a long way in boosting morale and motivation. sense of community where students feel comfortable, included, and supported. These interactions help strengthen peer relationships and reinforce the social skills our students are working so hard to develop.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and in the power of inclusion. Thank you for supporting opportunities that teach compassion, responsibility, and respect. Thank you for investing in young people who are learning what it means to serve others and build a stronger, more inclusive community.\r\nYour generosity has touched many lives, and we are incredibly grateful.\r\nThank you. Thank you. Thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1762786643746,"projectUrl":"project/snacking-our-way-to-success/9866200/","projectTitle":"Snacking Our Way to Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gaspar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8171433_orig.jpg?crop=1326,1326,x143,y250&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655231105615","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8171433"},{"teacherId":9592947,"projectId":9817935,"letterContent":"This initiative consisted of two schoolwide service projects designed to uplift students and foster a more welcoming and supportive campus environment. The first project involved creating and distributing friendship bracelets with positive messages to students throughout classrooms and hallways. Club members intentionally approached students they had never met before, introduced themselves, and offered a bracelet along with a smile. This simple act encouraged interaction between students from different social groups and helped break down social barriers. Many students expressed appreciation for the unexpected kindness, and the project helped create moments of connection that contributed to a more inclusive and friendly school atmosphere.\r\n\r\nThe second project focused on supporting students' mental health by partnering with our school's social worker and counselors. Club members collected candy donations and assembled uplifting treat bags, each including a motivational message. These bags were provided to counseling staff to distribute to students seeking mental health support. This small gesture helped comfort students during difficult moments and reinforced the message that they are valued, supported, and not alone. Counselors shared that the treat bags helped brighten students' days and served as a meaningful reminder of care and encouragement.\r\n\r\nOverall, this initiative strengthened our school community by creating an environment where students feel seen, supported, and connected. Leaders in Action is proud of the lasting impact this project had on our campus, and we hope it inspires continued acts of kindness that extend beyond our school and into the broader community.","fullyFundedDate":1761151437886,"projectUrl":"project/spreading-kindness-in-our-high-school-co/9817935/","projectTitle":"Spreading Kindness in Our High School Community","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sullivan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9592947"},{"teacherId":2252304,"projectId":9880822,"letterContent":"Providing snacks for students has a meaningful impact on both learning and classroom culture. Many students arrive to class hungry or go long stretches between meals, which makes it difficult to focus, participate, and stay engaged. Having access to simple, healthy snacks helps students regulate their energy and attention so they can fully participate in learning.\r\n\r\nSnacks also create a sense of care and community in the classroom. When students know their basic needs are being considered, they feel safer, calmer, and more willing to take academic risks. This is especially important during long class periods, testing days, or after-school activities when concentration tends to drop.\r\n\r\nBy supporting this project, donors are helping remove a small but significant barrier to learning. Snacks may seem simple, but they directly support focus, behavior, and emotional well-being-allowing students to show up ready to learn, create, and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1762648947279,"projectUrl":"project/nourish-to-flourish-supporting-food-ins/9880822/","projectTitle":"Nourish to Flourish: Supporting Food Insecure students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mackesy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2252304_orig.jpg?crop=2274,2274,x741,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1555022498834","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kransom"},{"teacherId":9592947,"projectId":9466258,"letterContent":"This project has made a direct and meaningful impact on the lives of my students.\r\n\r\nBeing able to offer a student a snack or a quick on‑the‑go meal during the school day does more than fill an empty stomach it increases their ability to concentrate on their classwork and engage fully in learning. Many of my students rely solely on the free breakfast and lunch services provided at school, and without your support, they would not have access to anything in between.\r\n\r\nThe simple act of receiving a snack provides more than just energy. It gives students a sense of belonging when they can sit with their friends and share in the same experience. For those who cannot afford snacks, this small gesture means they are not left out. It boosts their confidence, lifts their spirits, and helps them focus on their education rather than their hunger.\r\n\r\nYour generosity ensures that every student has the chance to thrive academically and socially. Thank you for helping create a classroom environment where students feel cared for, supported, and ready to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1758295841760,"projectUrl":"project/lunch-and-learn/9466258/","projectTitle":"Lunch and Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sullivan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9592947"},{"teacherId":2252304,"projectId":9294555,"letterContent":"Our new color printer has completely transformed how our yearbook staff works!\r\nBeing able to print our page designs in full color lets students see their work exactly as it will appear in the book - no more guesswork or surprises at deadline time. \r\n We can now check color balance, font readability, and layout design in real time, which has improved both the quality and confidence of our student editors. This one tool has made our production process faster, more accurate, and much more creative. Thank you for helping bring our vision to life - in full color!","fullyFundedDate":1746787285449,"projectUrl":"project/from-black-white-to-bold-bright/9294555/","projectTitle":"From Black & White to Bold & Bright!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mackesy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2252304_orig.jpg?crop=2274,2274,x741,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1555022498834","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kransom"},{"teacherId":9592947,"projectId":9309106,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom project, \"Music Around The World\". \r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my sociology students now have access to a dedicated space where they can explore music, podcasts, and videos from cultures around the world. 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