{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"South High Community School","outOfStateSupporters":33.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9215840,"projectId":9031027,"letterContent":"I can't express how grateful I am for your generous donations to my department's books! With your help, we were able to buy test preparation books for all of our teachers, at all of our language levels. These books are instrumental in helping us prepare our students for the yearly language assessment they all must take. There are not many materials available for this test preparation, so we are very lucky to have these. \r\nThank you again for your continued support. We couldn't have done this without you!","fullyFundedDate":1744211636214,"projectUrl":"project/preparation-materials-for-english-langua/9031027/","projectTitle":"Preparation Materials for English Language Proficiency Exams","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gillin Rangel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9215840_orig.jpg?crop=789,789,x220,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692820426853","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9215840"},{"teacherId":9215840,"projectId":9497821,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to help us \"gear up\" for back to school! With your support, I was able to make sure every student had a notebook and folder for class, and bins to store them and keep them organized. I was also able to organize my own daily materials with bins and folders from the list. Additionally, I replenished my glue and my scissors, which students use everyday to glue their notes and practice into their notebooks. Furthermore, I was able to supply my closet with pencils and paper for the whole year!\r\nThank you so much again for all of your help! It made the start to the school year much easier and seamless!","fullyFundedDate":1755722365922,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-school-needs/9497821/","projectTitle":"Back To School Needs!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gillin Rangel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9215840_orig.jpg?crop=789,789,x220,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692820426853","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9215840"},{"teacherId":9215840,"projectId":9500775,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our tech stations. The tech stations have allowed my students to charge their Chromebooks, while also allowing me to hold on to all of my chargers. I have tables set up in my room with the power strips, a protective box, and chargers for the students to connect their Chromebooks into. I also have an additional charging station for students to leave their Chromebooks in my room with me for safe keeping. Finally, the chord organizers have been instrumental in keeping the chords organized and out of the way, so nothing gets broken or damaged. \r\nThank you so much for your generous and thoughtful donations!","fullyFundedDate":1758847010946,"projectUrl":"project/tech-tools-stations/9500775/","projectTitle":"Tech Tools + Stations","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gillin Rangel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9215840_orig.jpg?crop=789,789,x220,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692820426853","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9215840"},{"teacherId":7564353,"projectId":9707033,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation. These tools have already been put to great use! The students have taken great pride in helping us build equipment that they are using in their lessons. Fitness equipment, Phys Ed equipment, Phys ed organziation equipment for our closet, etc have been built to add to the efficiency of our daily lessons. \r\n\r\nIt is great to have the ability to fix things on our own and not wait for facilities to come; these tools will continue to aid in our curriculum and our student's everyday learning and well being. \r\n\r\nThank you for allowing us an efficient way to build, fix, and foster a great, safe environment!","fullyFundedDate":1767288627425,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-phys-ed-and-fitness-equipment/9707033/","projectTitle":"Tools for Phys Ed and Fitness Equipment","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Gibbons","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7564353_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664553288298","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7564353"},{"teacherId":8777762,"projectId":9677394,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the amazing non-fiction books you donated to our library! Our students are always looking for fresh perspectives on history, science, and the world around them, so these are a perfect fit. It is so helpful to have fresh covers and recent titles on the shelves; this keeps them coming back. \r\n\r\nThe students have already started noticing the new additions as we get them ready for the shelves. There is always a bit of a buzz in the library when \"new\" stuff arrives, and your donation helps us add new titles! Every time a student accesses the library for a new books, they are more likely to return for another. \r\n\r\nYour generous donation will have a lasting impact on our school. Thank you so much.","fullyFundedDate":1767223078367,"projectUrl":"project/non-fiction-needed/9677394/","projectTitle":"Non-Fiction Needed!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Grenon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8777762_orig.png?crop=272,272,x62,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695910072101","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8777762"},{"teacherId":8777762,"projectId":9980625,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our preschool library corner! Your gift of touch and feel books, along with diverse stories, is wonderful. These books help our youngest students explore the world through their hands and see themselves in the pages. \r\n\r\nIt is so important for every child to feel they belong while they learn to love reading. Your kindness has made our library a much more exciting and inclusive place. These books will be enjoyed by many preschool classes for years to come. We are so grateful for your help in making our school a better place for every student to grow. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1767635651860,"projectUrl":"project/touch-and-feel-books-for-preschoolers/9980625/","projectTitle":"Touch and Feel Books for Preschoolers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Grenon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8777762_orig.png?crop=272,272,x62,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695910072101","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8777762"},{"teacherId":8777762,"projectId":9864945,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and faculty, I want to express my gratitude for your generous donation to our school Library. Your support provides more than just books; it provides our students with the dignity of high-quality materials. These replacement copies of classic literature are essential tools that will help our students engage more deeply with stories that have shaped the world.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our classic novels feature vibrant, updated covers that are much more appealing to the students. These new books send the message that their education is valuable and that they deserve the very best.\r\n\r\nLiving in a socioeconomically disadvantaged neighborhood, our students face many systemic hurdles, but your kindness ensures that access to great literature isn't one of them. These novels will be read, debated, and cherished by hundreds of students for years to come. Thank you for investing in our community, for believing in our students' potential, and for bringing these timeless stories back to life in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1767309312890,"projectUrl":"project/desperately-seeking-the-classics/9864945/","projectTitle":"Desperately Seeking the Classics!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Grenon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8777762_orig.png?crop=272,272,x62,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695910072101","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8777762"},{"teacherId":7097955,"projectId":9567083,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in helping stock our classroom snack closet. Your support has made an immediate and meaningful difference for my students, ensuring they have access to snacks when they need them most. Because of you, our classroom is a more welcoming and supportive place.\r\n\r\nHaving snacks available helps students stay focused, regulated, and ready to learn. When basic needs are met, students are better able to participate, take academic risks, and engage positively with their peers. Your kindness directly supports both their well-being and their success in the classroom.\r\n\r\nI am deeply grateful for your willingness to invest in my students and our learning community. Your contribution goes far beyond snacks—it shows care, encouragement, and belief in our students. Thank you for being an important part of their day and their growth.","fullyFundedDate":1755699486392,"projectUrl":"project/snack-support-helping-students-stay-ene/9567083/","projectTitle":"Snack Support: Helping Students Stay Energized","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7097955"},{"teacherId":7097955,"projectId":9339690,"letterContent":"I currently teach an AP class with learners across a range of abilities. The technology we use helps all students by giving them consistent, instant ways to organize their thinking. For example, digital graphic organizers let students break down complex texts and concepts into manageable parts, which supports note-taking, synthesis, and review. That structure is especially useful as they prepare for the AP exam in May: students can save, revise, and revisit organizers while studying, which makes their exam preparation more efficient and less stressful.\r\n\r\nWhat students find most exciting about the new product is how quickly it helps them get organized. Instead of spending time formatting or searching through scattered notes, they can focus on understanding and practicing the content. The immediate feedback and easy access to their work also make independent study and collaborative review simpler.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who previously struggled with organizing ideas have warmed most to this technology. For them, the organizers act like a scaffold — they can see connections, label evidence, and outline arguments step by step. That clarity boosts their confidence in class discussions and in written work, and it has translated into stronger performance on practice assessments.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting tools that make a real difference for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1753798242087,"projectUrl":"project/different-roads-lead-to-the-same-castle/9339690/","projectTitle":"Different Roads Lead to the Same Castle","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7097955"},{"teacherId":7097955,"projectId":9867471,"letterContent":"I truly appreciate your support and the chance to share how much your generosity has meant to our classroom.\r\n\r\nMy students have fully utilized the snacks that you generously donated. Having access to snacks throughout the day, without needing to ask, has made a noticeable difference: it helps keep their energy up, improves focus during lessons, and reduces distraction caused by hunger. Several students have told me they feel more able to participate in class discussions and stay engaged during longer activities because they don't have to worry about going hungry.\r\n\r\nA recent classroom moment that stood out was during a late-afternoon group project. Students were collaborating on an assignment and, mid-work, several of them reached for a snack and immediately returned to problem-solving with renewed focus and positive spirits. That small break made the difference between frustrated shutdowns and productive teamwork.\r\n\r\n\r\nAgain, thank you for making this possible. Your donations gave more than snacks; they gave our students the stability to learn and thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1762526604927,"projectUrl":"project/snack-share-initiative/9867471/","projectTitle":"Snack Share Initiative","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7097955"},{"teacherId":4026319,"projectId":9781039,"letterContent":"Having a printer in our class has made a tremendous impact on our students' confidence and sense of achievement. Being able to print their resumes right here allows them to take pride in their work and feel a real sense of accomplishment. When students see a polished, printed resume, it boosts their self-esteem and helps them prepare for their first job opportunities.\r\n\r\nThe availability of a printer makes their resumes more valuable and professional, giving them a competitive edge as they apply for jobs. It also provides a convenient and supportive environment where students can complete this important step without stress or delay.\r\n\r\nWe are so thankful for this resource and for all of our students. Your support helps us empower them to succeed and step confidently into their futures.","fullyFundedDate":1762267626738,"projectUrl":"project/printer-power-supporting-future-careers/9781039/","projectTitle":"Printer Power: Supporting Future Careers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Foley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4026319_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y609&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729028097047","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4026319"},{"teacherId":4325207,"projectId":9611781,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom. We've already started using the new materials, and they're having a noticeable impact on our daily routines. The folders and notebooks are helping my ESL students stay organized during writing, grammar, and vocabulary practice. The markers, glue sticks, and scissors have made our interactive notebook work easier and more engaging. Even supplies that often get overlooked like disinfecting wipes, Post-its, and printer toner, have made the classroom run more efficiently and helped my students feel confident and prepared.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments so far was watching students set up their new notebooks and folders for our next unit. They were comparing colors, sharing markers, and helping each other label sections. For many of my students, having brand-new materials of their own truly meant something. \r\n\r\nAs we continue our current lessons, these supplies will support our vocabulary development, reading responses, and hands-on language activities throughout the year. My students use their folders and notebooks daily as we build writing skills and expand their academic language. The classroom organization these materials provide also helps them focus more on learning and less on trying to find what they need.\r\nThank you again for making such a meaningful difference. Your support helps create a welcoming, structured, and resource-rich environment where my English learners can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1755722365521,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-school-basics-for-esl-success/9611781/","projectTitle":"Back-to-School Basics for ESL Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Safford","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4325207_orig.jpg?crop=832,832,x0,y52&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768228473128","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-safford"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_45169","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1800,"numTeachers":97,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":10,"percentBlack":18,"percentWhite":24,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":41,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"18.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":66.7,"schoolId":45169,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about South High Community School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"South High Community School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/massachusetts/worcester-public-schools/south-high-community-school/45169"}