{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Percy L Julian High School","outOfStateSupporters":54.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":328339,"projectId":10082915,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our journaling project. Because of your generosity, my students now have paper, thermal binder sheets, and writing tools to create meaningful journals they can truly call their own. These materials give them more than supplies — they provide a safe space to slow down, reflect, and practice perspective-taking.\r\n\r\nThrough guided writing, students step outside their own experiences and imagine the lives of others. They document \"Compassion Action Plans,\" asking themselves how they can help in real situations, from addressing food insecurity to standing up against bullying. Their reflections are carefully curated into bound volumes that showcase their growth and commitment to kindness.\r\n\r\nYour donation becomes the canvas for this inner work. Each page written helps students move from passive observers to active, caring citizens. Thank you for valuing their voices and empowering their capacity for empathy and action.","fullyFundedDate":1770819273544,"projectUrl":"project/write-to-reach-a-journey-in-empathy/10082915/","projectTitle":"Write to Reach: A Journey in Empathy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Campos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp328339_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667576331005","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gcampos2"},{"teacherId":5802169,"projectId":10052426,"letterContent":"I am very grateful for your generosity, nothing describes the feeling of knowing that there are many people out there supporting and rooting for you and your students. These snacks will truly be a blessing...when I see their faces glow, when they see the snacks...it's priceless. I am very grateful for the immense support and generosity that you have displayed. My students will be ecstatic when the goodies arrive. I will continue to use these goodies as a means for my students to keep to show care and be open to help others. We are forever thankful.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1770311587814,"projectUrl":"project/care-bags-for-those-in-need/10052426/","projectTitle":"Care Bags for Those in Need","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Covarrubias","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5802169_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1617903347398","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/m-covarrubias23"},{"teacherId":8839938,"projectId":9663621,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding the project, \"The Clothes Make the Character.\" Thanks to your donation, my students were able to try out different costumes for their improv scenes and memorization scenes. The kids especially loved putting on the king robe and designed scenes specifically to incorporate this costume. Additionally, the podium was used to create heist scenes, office scenes, and grocery shopping scenes. When students put on these costumes, it definitely got them into it and excited to act on our stage!","fullyFundedDate":1760731269786,"projectUrl":"project/the-clothes-make-the-character/9663621/","projectTitle":"The Clothes Make the Character","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dudek","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8839938_orig.jpg?crop=743,743,x416,y545&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1681563214858","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8839938"},{"teacherId":328339,"projectId":10035565,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and the entire school community, thank you for your incredible generosity. Your support has officially turned the Care Closet from a vision into a reality that support individuals in need of essential items.\r\n\r\nBecause of your contributions, our classroom is now home to a self-sustaining resource hub that addresses \"invisible\" poverty and unexpected emergencies head-on. You aren't just providing supplies; you are helping our student leaders foster a culture of mutual aid, dignity, and inclusivity across the whole campus.","fullyFundedDate":1769702686676,"projectUrl":"project/care-closet/10035565/","projectTitle":"Care Closet","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Campos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp328339_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667576331005","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gcampos2"},{"teacherId":328339,"projectId":10027164,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity! Because of you, our students are practicing empathy in action through the simple, powerful act of sharing snacks. They've begun to see the world through the eyes of others, noticing who feels left out or hungry. One student shared that helping a peer made their own day feel \"less heavy.\" These snacks aren't just treats; they are tools for learning that compassion means responding to the needs of others and building a culture of care. \r\n\r\nThese initial acts of sharing are just the beginning; they serve as a practical foundation for more complex future lessons. By mastering the \"micro-empathy\" required to share a snack, students develop the emotional stamina needed to tackle larger global issues of justice and humanitarian aid in our upcoming units. Your support ensures that today's simple gesture of kindness evolves into a lifelong framework for social responsibility.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1769108062760,"projectUrl":"project/nourish-flourish/10027164/","projectTitle":"Nourish & Flourish","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Campos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp328339_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667576331005","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gcampos2"},{"teacherId":5802169,"projectId":9937554,"letterContent":"I am very grateful for your generosity, nothing describes the feeling of knowing that there are people out there supporting and rooting for you and your students. This table has made our essential items that are important for our daily routine in an accessible area for all students. Many students expressed how they love and appreciate the change, and change is difficult for many. I am glad that I am able to offer them this positive chnage to keep them focused and learning. We are forever thankful to you and your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1769177169005,"projectUrl":"project/table-for-students/9937554/","projectTitle":"Table for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Covarrubias","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5802169_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1617903347398","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/m-covarrubias23"},{"teacherId":328339,"projectId":9912670,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project. As we begin a new year, your contribution is helping make a meaningful and memorable learning experience possible for my students.\r\n\r\nWith the Lunar New Year approaching, our class has the opportunity to explore the significance of the New Year across different cultures. In Spanish class, students will research how the New Year is celebrated in a Hispanic country and then compare and contrast those traditions with celebrations in Asia and the United States. This project encourages students to think critically, make cultural connections, and see the world through multiple perspectives while strengthening their language and research skills.","fullyFundedDate":1766775372171,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-lunar-new-year/9912670/","projectTitle":"Colorful Lunar New Year","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Campos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp328339_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667576331005","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gcampos2"},{"teacherId":328339,"projectId":9955443,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing the paper and multi-color pens that are making a meaningful impact in our Seminar classroom.\r\n\r\nMy students participate in a vision board project where they create visual posters and set goals for the year ahead. While this activity is exciting, many students feel discouraged when their goals don't unfold perfectly—especially with the pressure to \"start the year strong.\" To help students push through that discouragement, we use this moment as an opportunity to teach about the Lunar New Year.\r\n\r\nLearning about the Lunar New Year allows students to see that new beginnings don't have to be tied to one specific date. It offers hope, reflection, and the idea that growth can happen at any time. This lesson also helps students build cultural awareness, which is essential as we frequently discuss life beyond high school and the diverse people and perspectives they will encounter in the world.\r\n\r\nThe paper and multi-color pens you provided are essential to this learning. Students use them daily for writing, editing, and revision activities as they compare and contrast New Year traditions in the United States with the Lunar New Year celebrated across Asia. Color-coding allows students to mark their thinking, identify mistakes, highlight evidence, and revise with purpose. These strategies strengthen organization, clarity, and confidence in their writing.\r\n\r\nMany of our students do not have access to quality writing supplies at home, so having these materials available in the classroom ensures equity and consistency. With fresh paper and colorful pens, students are more engaged in the writing process, take pride in their work, and feel empowered as learners.","fullyFundedDate":1765844224494,"projectUrl":"project/lunar-new-year-paper-and-pens-for-power/9955443/","projectTitle":"Lunar New Year: Paper and Pens for Powerful Edits!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Campos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp328339_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667576331005","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gcampos2"},{"teacherId":328339,"projectId":9956013,"letterContent":"We often say that the smallest gestures make the biggest difference. In our room, sharing a snack has become a powerful way for students to step outside of their own needs. I am seeing them:\r\n\r\nNotice the Unseen: Students are becoming more observant, identifying peers who might be hungry or feeling left out.\r\n\r\nEase the Burdens of Others: They are learning that a small act—a snack, a kind word, or a moment of attention—can make a classmate's day feel \"less heavy.\"\r\n\r\nThink Beyond Themselves: By responding to the needs of others in the moment, they are building habits of empathy that will last a lifetime.\r\n\r\nYour support provided the snacks, but more importantly, you provided the opportunity for these children to discover the power they have to brighten someone else's world. Thank you for helping us grow a more compassionate generation.","fullyFundedDate":1766007697196,"projectUrl":"project/sip-crunch-for-success/9956013/","projectTitle":"Sip & Crunch for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Campos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp328339_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667576331005","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gcampos2"},{"teacherId":328339,"projectId":9940190,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of my classroom. Because of you, my students are experiencing Lunar New Year in a meaningful, hands-on way that truly brings learning to life.\r\n\r\nWith the construction paper, red envelopes, card stock, and other materials you provide, students actively participate in cultural crafts such as paper-cutting and lantern-making. These activities transform our lesson from simply learning about Lunar New Year into engaging directly with its traditions. As students work, they practice Spanish vocabulary for colors, shapes, and zodiac animals, strengthening their language skills while building cultural understanding.\r\n\r\nThis kinesthetic approach supports deeper retention, especially for students who learn best by creating and doing. The finished crafts will serve as visual reminders of the cultural significance of Lunar New Year, helping make the celebration more relatable and memorable.\r\n\r\nYour support makes it possible for students to learn Spanish through creativity, culture, and hands-on experiences. Thank you for helping create an engaging, inclusive, and joyful learning environment for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1765998132901,"projectUrl":"project/pile-of-progress-in-the-lunar-new-year/9940190/","projectTitle":"Pile of Progress in the Lunar New Year","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Campos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp328339_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667576331005","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gcampos2"},{"teacherId":328339,"projectId":9729813,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of snacks for my classroom/school. While these treats provide a much-needed energy boost, their true value lies in the profound lesson they are teaching my students: that compassion is empathy in action.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students are learning that the smallest gestures can make the biggest difference. These snacks have become a tool for them to practice seeing the world through the eyes of another person. When they notice a peer who might be hungry, someone who feels left out, or a friend who simply needs a \"pick-me-up,\" they are stepping outside of their own needs to consider the feelings of others.\r\n\r\nYour gift is helping my students understand that they have the power to make another person's day brighter and less heavy. By offering a snack or a moment of attention, they are building habits of empathy that will stay with them long after they leave my classroom. You haven't just provided food; you have helped us shape a culture where looking out for one another is the norm.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in their hearts as much as their education.","fullyFundedDate":1765401324445,"projectUrl":"project/bites-of-success/9729813/","projectTitle":"Bites of Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Campos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp328339_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667576331005","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gcampos2"},{"teacherId":328339,"projectId":9836382,"letterContent":"Having a physical binder supports a variety of learning styles, especially for students who benefit from visual references and hands-on organization. In addition, the binders will be used for a gallery walk presentation, allowing students who choose to participate to showcase their learning. At the end of the unit, the binders will be displayed around the classroom so anyone who enters can see a snapshot of our exploration of Lunar New Year traditions, culture, and reflection.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping create an accessible, engaging learning experience and has given students a sense of pride in their work. Thank you for investing in our classroom and in our students' growth.","fullyFundedDate":1767113104748,"projectUrl":"project/lunar-new-year-explorers-binders-that-h/9836382/","projectTitle":"Lunar New Year Explorers: Binders That Hold Our Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Campos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp328339_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667576331005","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gcampos2"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_5448","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":445,"numTeachers":33,"percentFrplEligible":81,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":94,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":2,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"13.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":45.4,"schoolId":5448,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Percy L Julian High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Percy L Julian High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/illinois/chicago-public-school-district-299/julian-high-school/5448"}