{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"D.M. Therrell High School","outOfStateSupporters":40.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8979573,"projectId":9446641,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Leadership Book Study project. Because of your kindness, our students now have their own copies of Hustle by Joshua Medcalf, an inspiring and practical text that challenges readers to think deeply about character, discipline, and purpose. Your willingness to invest in our classroom is truly appreciated.\r\n\r\nOur students are already excited to engage with this book. Having Hustle in their hands empowers them to read closely, reflect honestly, and participate in rich discussions about what it truly means to lead with integrity. These conversations are helping them develop the mindset and habits needed to grow not only as students, but as emerging leaders within our school community.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your support and belief in our work. Thank you for helping create an environment where students can learn, grow, and aspire to excellence. Your generosity doesn't just fund a project, it also opens doors and inspires real transformation in the lives of our young leaders.","fullyFundedDate":1755737624759,"projectUrl":"project/hustle-people-on-top-of-the-mountain-di/9446641/","projectTitle":"Hustle! People on Top of the Mountain Didn't Fall There","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Sorrell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8979573_orig.jpg?crop=1280,1280,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689799355395","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8979573"},{"teacherId":7228866,"projectId":9710239,"letterContent":"When our students first saw the page protectors, laminator, and teacher stamps, they were so excited! We immediately started using them to organize interactive notebook activities students loved being able to reuse practice pages without worrying about tearing them. We are a Title I school, so getting supplies is sometimes difficult. The teacher stamps have been a huge hit for giving instant feedback, and students are motivated to earn their stamps as a sign of progress.\r\n\r\nOne of our favorite moments so far was creating laminated station reviews for our ecology unit students worked together to solve problems, wiped the cards clean, and passed them along to the next group. This kept the activity engaging and reusable for future classes.\r\n\r\nNext, we are planning to expand our use of these resources to create reusable lab instructions and station activities, giving students more hands-on opportunities to practice science skills while keeping materials neat and organized. Your support has truly helped us create a more interactive and sustainable classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1758219041517,"projectUrl":"project/protect-preserve-and-praise-tools-to/9710239/","projectTitle":"Protect, Preserve, and Praise: Tools to Elevate Student Work","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brooks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7228866_orig.png?crop=471,471,x26,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743789438628","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7228866"},{"teacherId":7228866,"projectId":9235545,"letterContent":"We launched our unit, \"From DNA to Proteins: Unlocking Genetics for All Learners,\" with the new DNA→mRNA→protein manipulatives. Students worked in teams to model transcription by matching base-pair tiles, then used tRNA anticodon pieces and a codon wheel to \"translate\" into amino acids and snap together a polypeptide chain. My favorite moment was when a group swapped just one base to test a \"mutation\" tile—watching their chain change (and sometimes stop early!) turned a tough idea into an instant aha about how genotype affects phenotype.\r\n\r\nThe materials were a hit several students said, \"It's like LEGO for biology!\" Even my quieter learners jumped in because the color-coding and tactile pieces made the steps feel doable. Our multilingual learners used the picture key and sentence frames to explain each step, and students with IEPs stayed engaged longer with the hands-on build. On the exit ticket that day, most students correctly explained the difference between transcription and translation in their own words.\r\n\r\nNext week, we're using the manipulatives in review stations to compare normal and mutated sequences and to classify missense vs. nonsense changes. Then we'll apply it to a real-world case (e.g., sickle-cell hemoglobin) and have students create a short CER (Claim-Evidence-Reasoning) or mini-infographic showing how a DNA change can alter a protein's structure and function. Your support turned an abstract process into something students can build, test, and truly understand thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1743951065568,"projectUrl":"project/from-dna-to-proteins-unlocking-genetics/9235545/","projectTitle":"From DNA to Proteins: Unlocking Genetics for All Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brooks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7228866_orig.png?crop=471,471,x26,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743789438628","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7228866"},{"teacherId":8590589,"projectId":9060193,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you all doing well! On behalf of the entire baseball team, I want to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of healthy snacks. Your thoughtful contribution has made a significant impact on the team, not only by supporting their physical health but also by enhancing their overall performance and energy levels during practices and games.\r\nSince receiving the snacks, our athletes have been able to fuel up with nutritious options that keep them energized throughout the day. Whether it's a quick snack between drills or something to help them recharge after a long practice, the snacks have been a wonderful addition to our routine. The players have already shared how much they appreciate the variety and how it's helped them feel more focused and ready to take on the challenges of each game.\r\nI want to share one specific moment with you. During a recent practice, the team had a particularly intense workout, and after finishing, we handed out the healthy snacks. You should have seen the smiles on their faces as they grabbed their snacks – it was clear how much they appreciated not just the food but the care behind it. They're always looking for ways to perform their best, and having nourishing options available made a noticeable difference in their enthusiasm and teamwork.\r\nWe can't thank you enough for your support. It's clear that your generosity is making a real difference, and the team is so grateful to have such wonderful community members like you standing behind them.","fullyFundedDate":1739282320893,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-our-students-a-healthy-snack-initi/9060193/","projectTitle":"Fuel our Students- A Healthy Snack Initiative","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Christian","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8590589"},{"teacherId":8655793,"projectId":8362204,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to help our library look better. My students and I are super excited to see the letters in the windows. It gives us pride and joy to share the love we have with everyone who enters the library. I love the reaction of the students and visitors as they enter the library.\r\n The students come in daily and treat the library with more care and concern than before. They know I am a stickler for having this space clean and neat. I also want to show them how take care of your space or classroom. Thanks again for your donation. We are thankful.","fullyFundedDate":1717786678593,"projectUrl":"project/loving-the-library/8362204/","projectTitle":"Loving the Library","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8655793_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690771653038","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8655793"},{"teacherId":8979573,"projectId":8482992,"letterContent":"Thank you once again for sharing the profound joy of reading with our dedicated athletes! It is essential to cultivate the qualities that form the bedrock of effective leadership, as these attributes are critical for achieving success both on the field and in life. Our book sessions offer a wealth of opportunities to delve into these important themes, engage in meaningful discussions, and enrich our understanding of leadership across diverse contexts. \r\n\r\nThese enlightening experiences encourage critical thinking and foster personal growth, and they would not be possible without your unwavering support and deep commitment to our program. Your involvement truly makes a difference in the lives of our athletes.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for everything you do! Your contributions are invaluable!","fullyFundedDate":1730643773191,"projectUrl":"project/win-in-the-dark/8482992/","projectTitle":"Win in the Dark!","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Sorrell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8979573_orig.jpg?crop=1280,1280,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689799355395","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8979573"},{"teacherId":8655793,"projectId":8336943,"letterContent":"With the iPads and computer you purchased for the students we are able to have a coding club so the students can practice and learn more about creating apps. Which will help them develop crucial cognitive skills like problem solving, critical thinking, logical reasoning, and creativity. This will allow them to approach challenges systematically, break down complex issues, and find solutions through experimentation. \r\n\r\nUltimately, this club will prepare them for a digital future and various career paths. It will also assist them in their classes like Chemistry. They are excited to have this chance to change their future and share this new found knowledge with their friends and family.\r\n\r\nOne student in particular, Ms. Matthews had an opportunity to code in a Summer program last Summer. She is super excited to share what she's learned so far as well as help other young ladies code. She plans to study medicine while in school so she knows the impact this club will have on her plans for the future.","fullyFundedDate":1716559382916,"projectUrl":"project/code-create-and-more-code/8336943/","projectTitle":"Code, Create, and More Code","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8655793_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690771653038","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8655793"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_109745","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":964,"numTeachers":63,"percentFrplEligible":79,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":95,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":3,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"15.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":59.6,"schoolId":109745,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about D.M. Therrell High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"D.M. Therrell High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/georgia/atlanta-public-schools/d-m-therrell-high-school/109745"}