{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lawrence Central High School","outOfStateSupporters":28.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3620346,"projectId":9560982,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our Fun Friday initiative has become a meaningful and transformative part of our classroom culture. The games, puzzles, and art supplies you funded are used every other week in my 9th grade Biology and 9–12th grade Physics classes—turning the end of our week into something students genuinely look forward to.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new materials, their excitement filled the room. They immediately began exploring the games, testing puzzles, comparing options, and eagerly planning which activity they wanted to try first. Even students who tend to be quiet or reserved jumped in, talking, laughing, and connecting with classmates they don't typically interact with. It was a moment where you could feel the atmosphere in the classroom shift toward curiosity and community.\r\n\r\nNow, during Fun Friday, students use these resources to practice communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity. I often see groups huddled around a puzzle strategizing the next piece, others working through a game that requires teamwork and problem-solving, and some using art supplies as a creative outlet. Students who are usually quiet have surprised me with how confidently they lead their groups or share ideas during these activities.\r\n\r\nOne unexpected benefit has been the way students engage with games they would normally ignore—discovering new interests, building confidence, and leaning into challenges. Fun Friday has also become a motivator for academic engagement; students are more eager to complete projects and stay focused during the week because they want to earn that collaborative time.\r\n\r\nThese resources extend beyond Fridays as well. When students finish work early, they often choose a puzzle or game to give themselves a healthy mental break. This has helped create a calm, positive environment where students feel comfortable and supported.\r\n\r\nThe greatest impact is how the skills they practice—communication, teamwork, and problem-solving—carry over into our academic work. I see students applying these same skills during labs, partner investigations, and group physics challenges. The confidence and collaboration built during Fun Friday have directly improved how students work together on daily tasks and hands-on projects.\r\n\r\nAs we continue moving through our interactive learning units, students will keep using these strengthened communication and collaboration skills to take on more complex labs and group work. Your contribution has not only brought joy into the classroom but has also helped shape the way my students grow academically and socially. You've given them a reason to look forward to Fridays—and countless opportunities to build the skills they'll use long after they leave my classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for making that possible.","fullyFundedDate":1757509922064,"projectUrl":"project/fun-friday/9560982/","projectTitle":"Fun Friday","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Self","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3620346_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1464117858271","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3620346"},{"teacherId":5646013,"projectId":9379410,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity! Because of your support, every table in my classroom is now equipped with supply caddies that students use daily. From sketching scientific diagrams to graphing multiple sets of data during labs, the markers, expo tools, and eraser cloths have given students the chance to make their learning visible and track their own progress in real time. It has been exciting to see them take greater ownership of their learning with these new resources.\r\n\r\nWhen the supplies first arrived, students' excitement was contagious. They immediately wanted to test out the markers for drawings and graphs, and the fidgets quickly became a classroom favorite. Many use them throughout the day to help with focus and attention, which has made a big difference for their confidence and engagement. These supplies have become both academic tools and personal supports for my students.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these resources will be especially valuable as students design and present their own experiments this year. Having access to shared supplies allows them to collaborate more effectively, communicate their results creatively, and push their thinking further. Your generosity has truly strengthened their learning environment, and I am so grateful for the lasting impact you've made.","fullyFundedDate":1748445607160,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-success-building-a-biology/9379410/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Success: Building a Biology Classroom That Works","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Leonhard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5646013"},{"teacherId":9804234,"projectId":8879328,"letterContent":"Since receiving the gaming laptop for our Esports team, we've been able to expand our competitive opportunities—most notably, we've begun playing Valorant against other schools across Indiana and even won our very first match!\r\n\r\nThis laptop has been a game-changer. It gives us the versatility to compete in more games and on a more even playing field with other teams. Without it, participation in these kinds of matches simply wouldn't be possible.\r\n\r\nEsports is especially meaningful for students who may not be involved in traditional school activities. Thanks to this opportunity, our players are not only engaged but also being noticed—colleges and universities can track their performance online and may even offer scholarships for their Esports teams.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of our hearts, thank you for this incredible gift. You've truly helped change lives.","fullyFundedDate":1738792186154,"projectUrl":"project/our-esports-team-is-stuck-on-pause-help/8879328/","projectTitle":"Our Esports Team is Stuck on Pause. Help Us Compete!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lebo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9804234"},{"teacherId":9740628,"projectId":8755922,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! The new resources have already made a remarkable difference for my students.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, the excitement in the room was palpable. The students couldn't wait to unpack the boxes and explore everything inside. Seeing their faces light up with joy and curiosity was a moment I'll never forget—it was as if every item opened a new door to their convert and ability to learn.\r\n\r\nWe now use these resources almost daily to support our lessons and projects. For example. Looking ahead, these resources will continue to play a key role in our classroom. \r\n\r\nYour generosity has not only equipped us with the tools we need to succeed but also shown my students that there are people who truly care about their education and future. That message of support means so much to them—and to me. Thank you for making such a meaningful impact in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1728564725106,"projectUrl":"project/new-teacher-new-room/8755922/","projectTitle":"New Teacher New Room","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Daniel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9740628_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725982814361","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9740628"},{"teacherId":6571511,"projectId":8780327,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contributions to my classroom that enabled the purchase of 2 sets of scientific calculators. Students no longer have to share calculators or use their phone/computer calculators (which are always more tedious to use for complex math) when we do math in my chemistry course! These calculators are also ones they can use on the SAT so any exposure to them helps them be more prepared for high-stakes testing.\r\n\r\nThese calculators will be used in all of my science courses (6 courses with about 30 students per course) each year, so this project is impacting about 180 students each year! We will benefit from these for many years to come. 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