{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lincoln Park High School","outOfStateSupporters":30.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7283153,"projectId":9966342,"letterContent":"In my role as a school social worker, my office is often the \"soft landing\" for students having a difficult day. Because of your generosity, that landing just got a lot softer—literally. The arrival of the blankets, fidgets, and art supplies has transformed my space from a standard office into a true therapeutic sanctuary.\r\nWhen my students first saw the \"haul,\" their reactions were priceless. One student, who often struggles with anxiety, immediately gravitated toward the soft blankets. My students were shocked that people they've never met care enough to send them high-quality resources.\r\nWe've already put the arts and crafts supplies to incredible use. This month, we worked together on a Black History Month collage. While the students cut, pasted, and designed, we sat together with cups of hot chocolate. As mundane as it sounds, the vacuum has been extremely helpful. My room is a hub of activity and with it comes snacks, paper remnants and every imaginable mess. Being able to reset the room each day allows me to clear my head and begin my day ready to support my students.","fullyFundedDate":1766259093411,"projectUrl":"project/a-soft-place-to-land-for-stressed-teens/9966342/","projectTitle":"A Soft Place to Land for Stressed Teens","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7283153_orig.jpg?crop=207,207,x0,y54&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1766177749485","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7283153"},{"teacherId":472057,"projectId":9829889,"letterContent":"\"I've never seen a [school] library so tapped in!\" - freshman student.\r\n\r\nManga is becoming more and more popular among young readers, and with budget cuts and censorship happening across the country, your mangas donations are even more appreciated. From the moment I put the mangas on the shelves, students have been excited to check them out, read them, share them with their friends, and have made requests for more manga series (so keep your out for a new project launch!). \r\n\r\nAs a high school librarian, the most common phrase I used to hear was, \"I don't like reading.\" Since your donation arrived and the new manga volumes hit our shelves, that phrase has been replaced by, \"Do you have the one?\"\r\n\r\nI wanted to share exactly how these books are impacting our students:\r\n\r\nEngaging Reluctant Readers: We have students who have not checked out a library book in years now visiting the library daily to see if the next volume of Demon Slayer has been returned.\r\n\r\nWhile they look like comics, these books tackle complex themes of resilience, identity, and mental health—subjects our high schoolers are navigating in real life.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, the library is louder, busier, and more vibrant. You haven't just bought books; you have purchased a gateway to literacy for students who thought reading wasn't \"for them.\"\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the power of visual storytelling and for supporting our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1761529939930,"projectUrl":"project/manga-magic-inspiring-readers-through-g/9829889/","projectTitle":"Manga Magic: Inspiring Readers Through Graphic Storytelling!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Giannopoulos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp472057_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1540706672511","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-giannopoulos"},{"teacherId":10176784,"projectId":9594896,"letterContent":"Your support for Turning Classroom Ideas into Lasting Resources directly helps transform creative lesson ideas into materials students can see, touch, and use every day. With these resources, I can quickly create clear, engaging worksheets, visual aids, and hands-on learning tools tailored to my students' needs. This technology allows lessons to be more interactive and organized, where it can help students practice skills repeatedly with laminated materials, receive immediate feedback, and work more independently. Having these resources readily available means less time waiting and more time learning.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most is seeing their learning come to life in a tangible way. They love using laminated cards for games, manipulatives, and small-group activities, and they take pride in materials that look professional and are made just for them. Students who benefit especially include those who need extra structure, visual support, or repeated practice, such as struggling learners and students with learning differences. These tools help them feel more confident, engaged, and successful, because they can interact with the material in ways that match how they learn best. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generosity. May your pockets never run dry. God bless you always!","fullyFundedDate":1762266330791,"projectUrl":"project/turning-classroom-ideas-into-lasting-res/9594896/","projectTitle":"Turning Classroom Ideas into Lasting Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Abella","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10176784_orig.jpg?crop=2177,2177,x691,y345&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755183815634","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10176784"},{"teacherId":9867691,"projectId":9705239,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing the necessary supplies for a beginner group of coders. The coding books, Edison robots, and Artie 3000 have been a great addition to our club. It allows students to independently exploring different ways of coding in a fun format. \r\n\r\nOne the members wrote this blurb for me to include in this letter: \r\n\r\n\"Dear Coding Club sponsors- Donors Choose members, \r\n\r\nOur member would like to give you an immense thank you for providing us with snacks and funding for supplies. Even though as of right now we're still trying to garner more people, everyone here appreciates what you have given us. It truly means a lot, considering the current CPS school funding and SNAP situation. Not every club gets to have access to what we have, so we see ourselves as quite lucky to have somebody like you supporting us. With your aid, we managed to create a more exciting and welcoming environment. We hope the kindness you have shown us is returned to you. Once again, thank you so much for everything. \r\n\r\nSincerely, \r\nLPHS Coding Club (aka Start From Scratch)\"","fullyFundedDate":1759686626686,"projectUrl":"project/coding-club/9705239/","projectTitle":"Coding Club","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fountain","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9867691_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733592589192","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9867691"},{"teacherId":93435,"projectId":9630005,"letterContent":"Thank you once again for supporting my students and my teaching. I've known about Sight-Reading Factory for years, but this is the first year I've been able to use it as a functional resource to support individual progress in my classroom. The individualized and immediate feedback that it provides students has made it possible for me to teach rhythmic literacy more efficiently and effectively than ever before. Some students grumble about the difficulty and the effort required to achieve the goals of each assignment, but their pride in succeeded is worth it. \r\n\r\nI have one sophomore student who is literally EXCITED when I announce that there's a new SRF assignment. She has a learning disability, but reading rhythms has become her superpower in Music Theory class.\r\n\r\nGoing forward, I hope to be able to justify budgeting for this annual expense since it's clearly such a valuable learning resource. But thank you once again for making it possible this year.","fullyFundedDate":1757354188525,"projectUrl":"project/nurturing-independent-musicians/9630005/","projectTitle":"Nurturing Independent Musicians","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kendall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp93435_orig.jpg?crop=2028,2028,x0,y81&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1575421120840","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kendall"},{"teacherId":93435,"projectId":4643710,"letterContent":"It's been quite a while since you donated toward this project and helped my students get their hands on those Lego Mindstorm kits. A whole pandemic happened before we got to use them, but once we did, it was amazing! Once we were back in our classrooms, I taught a very special section of my Intro Computer Science class which included students with low-incidence intellectual and emotional disabilities. Throughout the year, I worked to design and modify lessons and activities that would engage the broad range of learners and abilities in that class.\r\n\r\nTo end the year, I brought out the Lego robotics kids. Unfortunately, Lego had discontinued support for that line which meant the software was really buggy, but we made it work. And the collaboration between students with different abilities as they built and programmed the robots was beautiful.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for making some education magic possible for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1575640115984,"projectUrl":"project/robots-for-exploring-computer-science/4643710/","projectTitle":"Robots for 'Exploring Computer Science' Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kendall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp93435_orig.jpg?crop=2028,2028,x0,y81&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1575421120840","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kendall"},{"teacherId":5437556,"projectId":9377675,"letterContent":"I've been waiting to write this impact letter because I was hoping to have amazing pictures to include! The floor cushions made an immediate impact- kids love them! The standing desk hit a few snags on the plan. The desk you funded for me is a top of the line, amazing model. Due to this, it was shipped in two parts-- enter the first sang. The first box had my name on it, but the second did not. Poor box spent over a month in package purgatory until we found it. Rescued, the box is now with me, but we encountered the next snag-- since school started, more desks / students have been added to all the rooms I teach in, and the rooms I'm teaching in are not the ones I was supposed to be in when I put up the request for this desk. The previous rooms had large amounts of space where this desk would easily fit. So, I'm currently in the process of having the custodial team move a few shelves/cabinets around so that I can get this amazing desk assembled and in use for students! \r\n\r\nI cannot tell you how much I appreciate the support you have given me, my classroom, and my students. Snags and all, this is going to be such a gift when it is up and running. I have so many students who prefer to move/stand when they work, and this will allow them that freedom and flexibility. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1756330869715,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-sensory-needs/9377675/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for Sensory Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Magar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5437556_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722132520354","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5437556"},{"teacherId":10216575,"projectId":9641193,"letterContent":"I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous contribution in funding desktop computers for my students at Lincoln Park High School in Chicago. Your support has provided our urban, multicultural classroom with the essential technology needed to explore, learn, and grow in meaningful ways. These computers have already begun to make a difference—students are engaging more deeply with their projects, developing stronger digital literacy skills, and collaborating with one another in new and exciting ways.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has created opportunities that extend far beyond our classroom walls. Many of my students do not have access to reliable technology at home, so this donation truly levels the playing field and empowers them to succeed academically and creatively. Thank you for believing in the power of education and for helping to inspire a new generation of thinkers, creators, and leaders. We are deeply appreciative of your kindness and investment in our students' futures.","fullyFundedDate":1757941834067,"projectUrl":"project/desktop-computers/9641193/","projectTitle":"Desktop Computers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dragonetti","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10216575"},{"teacherId":228197,"projectId":9230452,"letterContent":"In my classroom, reading is a multi-sensory and deeply personal experience tailored to the unique needs of my English II and IV students. Because I serve learners with diverse processing styles, we don't just \"read\" the text; we interact with it through audiobooks, collaborative reading circles, and visual annotations. We use the art supplies you provided to create \"scene maps\" and character identity collages, which allow my students to dissect the complex themes of Erika L. Sánchez's I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter without the frustration of a blank essay page.\r\n\r\nThe artistic tools you funded allow my students to analyze the intricate layers of grief, cultural expectations, and mental health present in Julia's journey. By mapping out the protagonist's internal conflict through color-coded symbolism or illustrated timelines, my students are mastering high-level literary skills like identifying tone and analyzing character development. These supplies serve as a bridge, transforming abstract concepts into tangible art. This approach ensures that my students—many of whom thrive with hands-on learning—can meet rigorous English IV standards while building their confidence as analytical thinkers.\r\n\r\nCurrently, my seniors are particularly moved by the book's exploration of identity and the \"perfect daughter\" trope. One student, who previously struggled to engage with traditional classics, has spent hours using our new markers to create a vibrant \"mural of expectations\" that contrasts the protagonist's reality with her family's perceptions. Seeing these students, who often feel marginalized by traditional curriculum, see themselves reflected in a contemporary text and have the high-quality materials to honor that connection is truly incredible. Your support has turned our final weeks of school into a season of profound discovery and creative pride.","fullyFundedDate":1745421595211,"projectUrl":"project/good-lit-that-reflects-my-students/9230452/","projectTitle":"Good Lit That Reflects My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Glunz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp228197_orig.jpg?crop=2821,2821,x217,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1669913223982","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/228197"},{"teacherId":9867691,"projectId":9705146,"letterContent":"Last year I decided to try a new incentive to encourage higher quality work since the ECS curriculum is very project based to show mastery as opposed to just quizzes and tests. \r\n\r\nI stumbled upon these rubber duckies that people with Jeeps get and I knew they would last longer than food incentives. \r\n\r\nI had students even nominating other students after a great presentation. They were such a hit last year that is why I wanted to try and acquire more. \r\n\r\nI am SO thankful for Donors Choose and the donors who contributed to this project. One of the students wrote this in her thank you card (posted to the other option): \r\n\r\n\"Thank You Donors!\r\n\r\nThank you for providing our classroom's duckies and fidgets!!\r\n\r\nWe appreciate having the opportunity to use the fidgets in our classroom and being able to earn duckies for our hard work.\r\n\r\nPersonally, getting duckies makes class more fun and worthwhile. They are so cute and I also enjoy choosing one out of the variety in our basket/bin.\r\n\r\nThank you for all you do!\r\nBest Regards, Isabel (+Ms. Fountain's CS class :] )\"","fullyFundedDate":1757941818474,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-computer-science/9705146/","projectTitle":"Exploring Computer Science","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fountain","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9867691_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733592589192","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9867691"},{"teacherId":228197,"projectId":9135301,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students, I want to sincerely thank you for your incredible generosity in providing us with a class set of The Diary of Anne Frank. Your gift has opened the door to a powerful learning opportunity that many of my students might not otherwise have experienced.\r\n\r\nAs a special education English class, my students thrive when they can hold their own copy of a text in their hands. For many of them, this will be the first time they are able to read, annotate, and connect with such an important piece of literature independently. Having a full class set ensures that every student can engage fully, without the barrier of sharing or relying on photocopies.\r\n\r\nThis book will not only strengthen their literacy skills but also deepen their understanding of history, resilience, and the importance of empathy. The themes of courage, hope, and perseverance in Anne's story are especially meaningful for my students as they prepare for life beyond high school.\r\n\r\nYour support shows my students that their learning matters and that people beyond our classroom believe in their potential. I am so grateful for your kindness and investment in their education. These books will be cherished, and the lessons learned from Anne Frank's words will stay with my students for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1741545161299,"projectUrl":"project/anne-franks-diary-help-me-get-books/9135301/","projectTitle":"Anne Frank's Diary - Help Me Get Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Glunz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp228197_orig.jpg?crop=2821,2821,x217,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1669913223982","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/228197"},{"teacherId":9711717,"projectId":9545145,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to you for your incredibly generous donation of a new laptop to support my work as the School Social Worker at Lincoln Park.\r\n\r\nThis gift is more than just a piece of technology—it's a powerful tool that allows me to better serve our students and families. With this laptop, I am now able to work more efficiently, securely manage confidential student records, conduct virtual meetings, and access vital resources that directly impact the well-being of our school community.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has already made a difference, and it will continue to do so each day as I advocate for and support our students. I am deeply grateful for your belief in the importance of this work and for your willingness to invest in it.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your support, your kindness, and your commitment to helping every student succeed—both inside and outside the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1757941834471,"projectUrl":"project/a-laptop-to-support-special-education-st/9545145/","projectTitle":"A Laptop to Support Special Education Student Wellness","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9711717_orig.jpg?crop=1206,1205,x0,y188&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724867559939","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9711717"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_5303","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":2094,"numTeachers":119,"percentFrplEligible":75,"percentAsian":11,"percentBlack":20,"percentWhite":30,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":31,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"17.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":70.0,"schoolId":5303,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Lincoln Park High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Lincoln Park High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/illinois/chicago-public-school-district-299/lincoln-park-high-school/5303"}