{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"High Point High School","outOfStateSupporters":48.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5360329,"projectId":10692979,"letterContent":"My students were so excited when they saw the new LEGO STEM materials! They immediately wanted to start building and sharing their ideas with one another. The LEGO sets have given students an opportunity to be creative while also practicing important STEM skills such as problem-solving, critical thinking, collaboration, and perseverance.\r\n\r\nAs we continue using the LEGO materials, students will take on different building challenges that encourage them to design, test, and improve their creations. I am excited to see how students approach each challenge differently and learn from both their successes and their mistakes. These hands-on experiences make STEM learning engaging and give students an opportunity to build confidence while working together.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting my students and helping provide resources that make learning more interactive and meaningful. Your generosity is giving my students the opportunity to create, explore, and discover what they can accomplish when they put their ideas into action!","fullyFundedDate":1791115624573,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-love-for-stem/10692979/","projectTitle":"Building a Love for STEM","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lennon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5360329_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1525039011580","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5360329"},{"teacherId":5360329,"projectId":10692923,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project! Your generosity has provided my students with a variety of snacks that I can offer during Lunch Bunch.\r\n\r\nIt was wonderful to see their reactions when I opened the boxes and showed them all of the snacks they could enjoy during lunch. These snacks help make Lunch Bunch a welcoming and enjoyable time for students to relax, connect with their peers, and build positive relationships.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping provide resources that make a difference in their everyday school experience. We are excited to continue using these resources throughout the school year and look forward to many more positive moments together!","fullyFundedDate":1790951149848,"projectUrl":"project/lunch-bunch-food-friends-fun/10692923/","projectTitle":"Lunch Bunch: Food, Friends & Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lennon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5360329_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1525039011580","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5360329"},{"teacherId":5263449,"projectId":10519996,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of board games to my Language Lab classroom! \r\n\r\nWhen the games arrived, my students were excited to see them. My third-period students helped me set up the games and shared which ones they liked playing. Uno is a big favorite, while The Uzzle is a game they had never played before.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments happened just the other week. We had an early dismissal, and students asked if they could play the games. It was so encouraging to see students asking others to play with them. I was especially happy to see different students playing games with classmates they do not usually talk to. I knew the games would naturally give students opportunities to practice English, but it has been a bonus to see the games helping build a classroom culture where everyone feels included. The games are creating opportunities for students to interact with classmates they might not otherwise talk to, and that has been incredible to see!\r\n\r\nI plan to continue incorporating the games into our language activities. We will use them to practice speaking and listening skills and to practice using academic and conversational vocabulary. Eventually, I would love for my students to create their own simple language-learning game that they can teach and play with their classmates.\r\n\r\nThank you for seeing the value in giving my students opportunities to learn through games!","fullyFundedDate":1789651693260,"projectUrl":"project/building-language-one-game-at-a-time/10519996/","projectTitle":"Building Language, One Game at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Zanghi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5263449_orig.png?crop=669,669,x287,y114&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726410334325","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5263449"},{"teacherId":7941745,"projectId":10373120,"letterContent":"Our project has been fully funded! Thank you so much for your generous contributions—we are going to do our absolute best to make you proud this season. Flag football is the fastest-growing sport in the world, and by supporting our team, you are truly helping us make history. This will continue to help future teams that are making foot steps after the pioneers that are hear now. We would not be where we are now with out your help. I want you all to follow us on MaxPrep and cheer the Eagles on. Thank you again for all your support!","fullyFundedDate":1787173355839,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-trailblazing-girls-flag-footbal/10373120/","projectTitle":"Help Our Trailblazing Girls Flag Football Team Make History!","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Austin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7941745_orig.jpg?crop=2589,2589,x0,y431&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1641228379135","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7941745"},{"teacherId":7941745,"projectId":10122262,"letterContent":"On behalf of the entire baseball program at High Point High School, I want to express our deepest gratitude for your incredibly generous support through DonorsChoose. Your decision to fund our project and provide brand-new equipment has made a massive impact on our team, and we couldn't be more excited.\r\nIn high school athletics, having the right gear isn't just about playing the game—it's about safety, pride, and giving these student-athletes a fair shot to compete at their highest level. Before your donation, we were stretching our older resources as far as they could go. Now, seeing the players' faces light up when they handle high-quality, reliable equipment is a reminder of how much a community's support can re-energize a program.\r\nBecause of you, our players can take the field with confidence, focus entirely on developing their skills, and truly feel the pride that comes with being a High Point Eagle. You didn't just buy us gear; you invested in our students' teamwork, dedication, and work ethic.\r\nWe are already putting the equipment to great use at practice and on game days, working hard to make you proud. Thank you for stepping up to the plate for our kids and being such a vital part of our team's journey this season.","fullyFundedDate":1773156427274,"projectUrl":"project/no-more-chalkboards-lets-move-to-whitebo/10122262/","projectTitle":"No more chalkboards lets move to whiteboards","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Austin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7941745_orig.jpg?crop=2589,2589,x0,y431&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1641228379135","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7941745"},{"teacherId":10342004,"projectId":9876012,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! Since your donations arrived, our library checkout rates have soared. It has been a joy to see students' faces light up as they discover their favorite series, like Harry Potter and the Stephen King collection, have finally been replaced. Our manga section is especially popular; Pokémon remains a massive favorite, with students often checking out five or six volumes at a time to stay immersed in the series. These books are the perfect \"hook,\" helping our students build reading stamina and a genuine love for storytelling.\r\n\r\nBeyond the shelves, the Magnetic Tiles have been a huge hit during our lunchtime \"gametime.\" This provides a vital, creative outlet for students who prefer a calm environment over the busy cafeteria. Seeing them collaborate and build has been wonderful; it has truly turned the library into a sanctuary where every student feels they belong. You haven't just provided books and toys; you've revitalized our school community. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1763612156730,"projectUrl":"project/library-liftoff-books-and-legos/9876012/","projectTitle":"Library Liftoff: Books and LEGOs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Claggett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10342004_orig.jpg?crop=1125,1125,x0,y18&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762368176381","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10342004"},{"teacherId":9302055,"projectId":9537976,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations and for your interest in our classroom. Because of your support, my students have been able to experience science in a whole new way. Many of them were excited to use a microscope for the very first time, and their reactions were filled with curiosity and amazement.\r\n\r\nWe have been actively using the microscopes in our study of cells. Students were able to observe both plant and animal cells, and later, onion cells during our investigation of mitosis. Seeing cell structures and cell division up close helped bring their learning to life and made abstract concepts much more concrete.\r\n\r\nNow, we are building on that knowledge as we begin our study of meiosis. Because students have already seen what happens to chromosomes during mitosis, they are better able to visualize and understand the steps of meiosis. Soon, we will move into genetics, where students will explore how sex cells receive only one set of chromosomes and how this leads to different gene combinations. They will use their understanding to make predictions and inferences about genetic outcomes.\r\n\r\nYour support has truly made a difference by allowing students to engage in hands-on, meaningful learning experiences. Thank you for helping us spark curiosity and give students the opportunity to discover the invisible!","fullyFundedDate":1762010887555,"projectUrl":"project/discover-the-invisible/9537976/","projectTitle":"Discover the Invisible","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Herrera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9302055"},{"teacherId":5263449,"projectId":10126598,"letterContent":"We cannot believe how fast the snacks were delivered! When my students first saw the snacks, they were surprised and couldn't believe that people they'd never met cared enough to help our classroom. They were also very excited and grateful (especially for the spicy chips!). The snacks from our Brain Food for Focus project are being eaten throughout the day! The snacks are already making a difference in our classroom. We use them during longer lessons or work periods when students need a little boost to stay focused and ready to learn. Having something small to eat helps them stay comfortable and engaged throughout the day. \r\n\r\nAs we continue working on our class lessons and projects, these snacks will help students stay energized and focused so they can do their best work. Your kindness is helping create a classroom where students feel supported and ready to learn, and we truly appreciate it.","fullyFundedDate":1772831386488,"projectUrl":"project/brain-food-for-focus/10126598/","projectTitle":"Brain Food for Focus!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Zanghi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5263449_orig.png?crop=669,669,x287,y114&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726410334325","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5263449"},{"teacherId":10199447,"projectId":9631815,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing our classroom with brand-new books for independent reading. Your generosity has already had a powerful impact on our students. These new texts are helping students build important reading skills such as stamina, vocabulary development, and comprehension strategies like making inferences, identifying themes, and making personal connections to what they read. Because students can choose from a variety of genres and reading levels, they are also learning how to select books that challenge them while still keeping reading enjoyable and engaging.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is now a joyful, student-driven experience. During independent reading time, students are deeply focused, excited to talk about their books, and eager to recommend favorites to classmates. Several students who were once hesitant readers are starting to enjoy it. They're choosing books they're excited about and proudly sharing what they've learned. Having access to brand-new, high-interest books has helped students see reading as something they want to do, not something they have to do. Thank you for helping spark confidence, curiosity, and a lasting love of reading in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1762190136452,"projectUrl":"project/books-needed-for-independent-reading/9631815/","projectTitle":"Books Needed for Independent Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wright","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10199447"},{"teacherId":9270444,"projectId":9583246,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students and I are now using our brand-new whiteboard every single day, and it has already transformed the way we learn science. During our current environmental science unit, students have been diagramming the carbon cycle in ways they never could before. They can visually map individual elements, track them through the system, and still have plenty of space to show all the connections to our prior learning.\r\n\r\nThe impact was visible immediately. Students and teachers alike have commented on how clean and bright this enormous whiteboard makes the entire classroom feel. When it was first installed, it truly seemed as though the room expanded, not just physically, but in what we felt was possible.\r\n\r\nToday, the whiteboard has become the anchor of our learning. The date, block schedules, assignments, and even our large class timer now live in one central, accessible place. Because every student can clearly see our agenda, objectives, and shared notes, work completion has noticeably increased, especially for students who rely on strong visual supports to stay organized and engaged.\r\n\r\nYour donation didn't just give us a better board. You gave my students a space where their thinking is visible, valued, and initiates the learning process.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this possible. Your generosity has had an immediate, joyful, and lasting impact on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1759438458044,"projectUrl":"project/from-whiteboard-to-bright-ideas/9583246/","projectTitle":"From Whiteboard to Bright Ideas!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Niner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9270444_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x78,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695717531569","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9270444"},{"teacherId":5263449,"projectId":9491603,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. The materials you provided have already made a meaningful difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nMy students really like the cell phone charging station. I was surprised to find that when I asked them to put their phones away, even students who usually give me a hard time were willing to put their phones on the charging station without any issues. For some students, it has become a great management tool that helps them keep their phones put away during class, which reduces distractions.\r\n\r\nI love the microphones and mini megaphone, which were replacement materials for the throwable speaker. Speaking in English is a focus in my class, where I want students to build confidence in speaking. These materials put a fun twist on speaking. One student even suggested that if the whole class grows on our state assessment, we should have a karaoke party! The thumbs up/down paddles, which were also a replacement item, are a huge hit. All students can participate, and they can be used for quickly assessing understanding or content, without putting anyone on the spot. \r\n\r\nI used the pens as rewards for students. I created Quarter 1 perfect attendance awards and let those students choose a new pen. I will also reward students who have shown growth on county assessments. They love getting to write in different colors.\r\n\r\nThank you, I truly believe that these materials excite my teenage students by making learning feel more interactive and student-centered. Your generosity is helping our class be more inclusive and energized! Thank you for believing in my students and helping us build a learning environment that is engaging and fun!","fullyFundedDate":1761313249121,"projectUrl":"project/fresh-start-fresh-supplies-for-future-s/9491603/","projectTitle":"Fresh Start, Fresh Supplies for Future Scholars","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Zanghi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5263449_orig.png?crop=669,669,x287,y114&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726410334325","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5263449"},{"teacherId":5263449,"projectId":9491414,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the Pocketalk! We put it to use the very first day it arrived.\r\nAs you may know, Prince George's County Public Schools has the largest percentage of Multilingual Learners in Maryland, with over 100 languages represented in the school system. My school alone has more than a thousand students enrolled in the English Language Development program. In my classes, some of the languages represented include French, Haitian Creole, Mam, Bengali, Dutch, Vietnamese, and, most commonly, Spanish. The Pocketalk is truly a great tool to have.\r\n\r\nThe course I teach is designed for long-term multilingual learners, but due to scheduling and graduation requirements, I also work with students who have only recently arrived in the United States. The mixed English proficiency levels in my classes can create communication barriers, and the Pocketalk has already been incredibly helpful in overcoming some of the barriers. For example, one of my students began attending U.S. schools just last year, while many of his classmates have been here since elementary school. During a small group activity, I taught the group how to use the Pocketalk so they could all participate in the conversation. It took some getting used to, but it was wonderful to hear everyone engaged. There was plenty of laughter as students quickly learned how important pronunciation is. At one point, the device misunderstood a student saying \"with\" and translated it as esposa (wife)!\r\nI've also used the Pocketalk to restate and clarify directions. In one class, students asked to hear vocabulary words in Spanish, which helped me highlight Spanish–English cognates, and help them realize they know the meaning of the word.\r\n\r\nParent conferences were another unexpected opportunity to use the Pocketalk. In a large school, interpreters aren't always immediately available, and the device allowed me to communicate effectively without delay. I'm continuing to teach students how to use the device so they can communicate confidently with other stakeholders in the building. Several students are excited to use the Pocketalk when meeting with counselors or other monolingual staff members, instead of relying on typing into Google Translate on their Chromebooks.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving us language at our fingertips.","fullyFundedDate":1761254520659,"projectUrl":"project/talk-the-talk-pocketalk-for-effective-e/9491414/","projectTitle":"Talk the Talk: Pocketalk for Effective ELD Support","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Zanghi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5263449_orig.png?crop=669,669,x287,y114&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726410334325","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5263449"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_64945","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":2865,"numTeachers":158,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":12,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":82,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"18.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":51.6,"schoolId":64945,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about High Point High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"High Point High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/maryland/prince-george-s-county-public-schools/high-point-high-school/64945"}