{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Elgin High School","outOfStateSupporters":17.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10014558,"projectId":9733705,"letterContent":"Thank you for investing in our classroom! Like you, we value quality audio. Our new portable speaker is vital because it ensures all students clearly hear the Spanish language in every video and cultural presentation. This simple upgrade closes the gap between simply watching content and truly comprehending every word, enhancing listening comprehension and language fluency.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part is the immediate improvement in engaging with authentic Spanish-language media. Our students can now clearly hear dialogues and subtle inflections in films and theatrical works, turning frustrating listening into a vibrant lesson. Our auditory learners and those new to the language have especially benefited, showing increased confidence in comprehension quizzes. Thank you for recognizing this need and helping us turn up the volume on learning!","fullyFundedDate":1761148182395,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-speaker/9733705/","projectTitle":"Classroom Speaker","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Heredia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10014558_orig.jpg?crop=2591,2592,x0,y1010&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746542529339","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/spanishlanguagearts"},{"teacherId":7104318,"projectId":9275031,"letterContent":"My students are so excited to be reading Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Many have seen the movies but none have read the book. The book is allowing us to see how vivd language impacts our perceptions. We are able to analyze characters with greater discernment while practicing citing from the text, (a valuable skill needed in literary analysis). \r\n\r\nMy students have been so engaged with the text, because they have that movie reference. There is an added bonus, movie to book comparision. This practice enhances metacognition. By linking new information in a text to personal experiences, previous knowledge, or other texts, readers develop deeper understanding, actively monitor their comprehension, and can adjust their strategies as needed, thereby enhancing both reading comprehension and overall metacognitive skills. \r\n\r\nSo many beneifts from a simple enjoyable activity such as this, that you have helped create, will benefit these students now and into the future! That is an immeasurable gift from you!","fullyFundedDate":1746786884517,"projectUrl":"project/joy-of-reading/9275031/","projectTitle":"Joy of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Remblake","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7104318_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689079821659","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7104318"},{"teacherId":9806236,"projectId":8896009,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students, staff, and the entire Elgin High School and UpState 8 Conference Esports community, I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your generosity in helping make our Inaugural UpState 8 Esports Conference Tournament a reality.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we were able to acquire the essential equipment—PlayStation 5 consoles, game titles, and key peripherals—that made it possible to host our first-ever conference-wide esports event. Without these resources, this tournament simply could not have happened.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your gift extends far beyond the equipment itself. For many of our students, particularly those from underprivileged backgrounds, opportunities like this are rare. Esports provides a platform where they can compete, collaborate, and showcase their talents in ways that traditional sports sometimes cannot capture. Through this tournament, countless numbers of students experienced the excitement of high-level competition, the pride of representing their schools, and the sense of belonging that comes with being part of something bigger than themselves.\r\n\r\nYour support did more than create a one-time event—it opened doors. Students who participated in this tournament are now inspired to pursue future opportunities in gaming, technology, media, and even collegiate esports programs. They are building transferable skills like communication, leadership, teamwork, and problem solving that will serve them for years to come. For many, this was not just a tournament, but a stepping stone toward discovering new passions and future career paths.\r\n\r\nThis tournament also strengthened our local school communities. Families, educators, and administrators came together to cheer on their students, many witnessing for the first time the power of esports as a unifying force. The pride and confidence gained by our players will ripple outward, positively influencing their academic engagement and personal growth.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of our hearts, thank you for believing in our mission and investing in our students. Your generosity has given our kids a chance to shine on a stage they might never have imagined possible—and has set a foundation for future tournaments and opportunities for years to come.\r\n\r\nWe are proud to say: because of you, the inaugural UpState 8 Esports Conference Tournament was not just a success, but a milestone moment in the lives of countless students.","fullyFundedDate":1730163143576,"projectUrl":"project/support-the-inaugural-upstate-8-esports/8896009/","projectTitle":"Support the Inaugural UpState 8 Esports Conference Tournament: Phase 2","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Keathley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9806236_orig.jpg?crop=1600,1600,x0,y48&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729373598309","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9806236"},{"teacherId":9899595,"projectId":9066102,"letterContent":"This project has truly breathed new life into my classroom. What was once a typical learning space has transformed into a vibrant, buzzing environment full of curiosity, creativity, and joy. The students are no longer just completing assignments they're discovering, building, questioning, and expressing themselves in ways I hadn't seen before. Students were happy to see that we can now bring their imagination to life. This project didn't just improve our classroom it reimagined it. It gave us the tools, the freedom, and the spark to make learning feel magical again.","fullyFundedDate":1746800787262,"projectUrl":"project/bring-a-smile-to-our-future/9066102/","projectTitle":"Bring a Smile to Our Future","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rebollar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9899595"},{"teacherId":7104318,"projectId":8962001,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity! Because of you I was able to purchase much needed Algebra curriculum and supporting books. My students all have a degree of intellectual disability or neurodiversity. With your help, the Algebra materials are making it so that they are understanding algebra! I am blown away with their progress and how much these materials have helped them to achieve this monumental goal! \r\n\r\nThese students are trying to increase thier skills so that they can attend the local community college. With these materials, we have been able to make algebra within their reach. Most of the material is online. I download pages and make packets for each unit for them. There are also videos that go along with the lessons to help them practice note taking. The separate books help to further explain the steps and skills needed for each unit. With the support of the additional books, the students get all the support they need to be successful. I am eternally greatful! These resources will help not only this class but years to come as well! Know you have and are helping these students reach a dream they thought was not possible!","fullyFundedDate":1735662893035,"projectUrl":"project/college-bound-special-ed-students/8962001/","projectTitle":"College Bound Special Ed Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Remblake","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7104318_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689079821659","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7104318"},{"teacherId":9806236,"projectId":8885081,"letterContent":"On behalf of the Elgin High School esports program, I would like to express our heartfelt gratitude for your generous support in helping us complete our fundraising project. \r\n\r\nThe contributions from our donors and the Riot Games Social Impact Fund have made it possible for us to secure essential items such as PlayStation 5 consoles, extra controllers, and copies of video games like EA Football Club, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Madden NFL, which are vital to the success of our upcoming Inaugural UpState 8 Esports Tournament this April.\r\n\r\nThis tournament represents a monumental step forward in fostering community, teamwork, and inclusion through esports across the 14 high schools in our conference. The equipment you have provided will not only allow us to host a high-quality, competitive event but will also give our students access to state-of-the-art gaming technology. These resources will enhance their skills, build their confidence, and create opportunities for them to connect with peers who share similar passions.\r\n\r\nFurthermore, your support has empowered us to showcase the educational and social value of esports, paving the way for future tournaments and the expansion of our esports program. We are confident that this event will inspire students and schools across the region to engage in this rapidly growing field.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your incredible generosity and belief in our vision. Your partnership has made a lasting impact, and we are thrilled to see how this tournament will bring our community together and celebrate the talents of young gamers.","fullyFundedDate":1729563027970,"projectUrl":"project/support-the-inaugural-upstate-8-high-sch/8885081/","projectTitle":"Support the Inaugural UpState 8 High School Esports Conference Tournament!","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Keathley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9806236_orig.jpg?crop=1600,1600,x0,y48&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729373598309","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9806236"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_26369","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":2489,"numTeachers":140,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":4,"percentWhite":7,"percentIndigenous":2,"percentLatinx":79,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"17.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":82.7,"schoolId":26369,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Elgin High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Elgin High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/illinois/elgin-school-district-u-46/elgin-high-school/26369"}