{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lanier High School","outOfStateSupporters":62.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9635712,"projectId":10271015,"letterContent":"How is the technology helping your students learn?\r\nThe technology has helped create a more organized, engaging, and student-centered learning environment. The technology cart and storage tub allow students to access devices and learning materials more efficiently, reducing downtime and increasing instructional time. The classroom lights help create a welcoming atmosphere that supports student focus and participation. Students are able to collaborate, complete digital assignments, access online resources, and practice language skills using technology in ways that make learning more interactive and meaningful.\r\n\r\nWhat about the new product is most exciting to your students?\r\nMy students are especially excited about having a more modern and organized classroom space. The classroom lights have transformed the atmosphere and made the room feel more inviting and comfortable. They also appreciate the technology cart and storage solutions because materials and devices are easier to access, allowing them to spend more time learning and less time waiting for equipment to be distributed.\r\n\r\nAre there particular students who have especially warmed to this new technology, and how so?\r\nYes. Several students who were previously less engaged have responded positively to the improved classroom environment and increased access to technology. Students enjoy using digital tools for assignments, research, and interactive learning activities. The organized setup provided by the technology cart and storage tub has helped students become more independent and responsible for classroom materials. The enhanced classroom atmosphere has also encouraged greater participation and collaboration among students.","fullyFundedDate":1787171284535,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-diverse-learners-in-the-frenc/10271015/","projectTitle":"Supporting Diverse Learners in the French Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shantal Mclaughlin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9635712_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723083517724","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mademoisellemclaughlin"},{"teacherId":10471003,"projectId":10510104,"letterContent":"The pencils, markers, highlighters, and pencil sharpener provided through this project will help ensure that every student has the essential tools needed to learn, participate, and succeed in the classroom. These supplies will support daily assignments, creative activities, note-taking, highlighting important information, and completing classroom tasks.\r\n\r\nWith these resources, students will be better prepared to stay organized, express their creativity, and engage in meaningful learning experiences. Having access to basic school supplies will also help reduce the stress of not having the materials they need and allow students to focus on their education.\r\n\r\nYour generosity will make a meaningful difference in our classroom by helping students build confidence, develop independence, and take pride in their work. Together, we can equip every student with the tools they need to reach their full potential.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping our students feel prepared, supported, and equipped to succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1789217389411,"projectUrl":"project/equipped-to-succeed-classroom-supplies/10510104/","projectTitle":"Equipped to Succeed: Classroom Supplies for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lovely","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10471003"},{"teacherId":10227710,"projectId":10413054,"letterContent":"Thank you to our generous donors for supporting our classroom. The new resources have made learning Biology concepts and terminology easier, more engaging, and more interesting for my scholars. They were excited to see the materials and enjoyed using them during our lessons. The resources help make challenging scientific terms easier to understand and remember. My scholars are becoming more confident in participating and discussing Biology concepts with their classmates. Moving forward, we will continue using these materials to build scientific vocabulary, strengthen understanding, and connect Biology lessons to real-world examples. Your support is making a meaningful difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1786467591686,"projectUrl":"project/interactive-biology-for-inclusive-classr/10413054/","projectTitle":"Interactive Biology for Inclusive Classrooms","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ejercito","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10227710"},{"teacherId":4754538,"projectId":10385573,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Making Math Move: Essential Tools for Interactive Learning\" project! Because of your generosity, our classroom now has the pencils, chart paper, and markers we need to make daily math lessons energetic and hands-on.\r\n\r\nYour gift is already making a huge impact:\r\nChart Paper & Markers: Students use these to map out complex word problems in groups, build visual anchor charts, and present their mathematical thinking to the class.\r\nPencils: Having reliable, daily access to pencils keeps every student equipped to write, draw diagrams, and solve problems without missing a beat.\r\n\r\nYour support transformed abstract math concepts into engaging, visual learning and boosted our students' confidence. Thank you for investing in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1786942438257,"projectUrl":"project/making-math-move-essential-tools-for-in/10385573/","projectTitle":"Making Math Move: Essential Tools for Interactive Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Dykes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4754538_orig.jpg?crop=625,625,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732472783909","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4754538"},{"teacherId":4754538,"projectId":10385606,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project, \"Built to Last: Durable Visuals and Hands-On Tools Gr8 Math.\" Thanks to your kindness, our 8th-grade classroom is now equipped with high-quality anchor chart paper, vibrant markers, and essential learning tools. In math, abstract concepts like linear equations can feel overwhelming, but having durable chart paper allows us to build visual reference guides that stay on our walls all year to help students solve complex problems independently.\r\nThese supplies give my students the chance to collaborate, present their thinking visually, and take genuine pride in their learning. Your investment in our classroom boosts their confidence and builds a strong foundation for their future success in math. We are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1786542170737,"projectUrl":"project/built-to-last-durable-visuals-and-hands/10385606/","projectTitle":"Built to Last: Durable Visuals and Hands-On Tools Gr8 Math","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Dykes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4754538_orig.jpg?crop=625,625,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732472783909","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4754538"},{"teacherId":10471003,"projectId":10500580,"letterContent":"This project has made a meaningful difference in my students' learning by ensuring they have consistent access to the materials they need for science instruction. Having enough copy paper allows me to provide lab sheets, guided notes, graphic organizers, and practice activities that help students stay organized and engaged. My students can now participate more fully in hands-on labs, follow lessons with greater confidence, and strengthen their problem-solving skills. This support has helped create a more prepared, focused, and successful classroom where students can learn and grow as young scientists.","fullyFundedDate":1787000282663,"projectUrl":"project/paper-that-supports-young-scientists/10500580/","projectTitle":"Paper That Supports Young Scientists","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lovely","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10471003"},{"teacherId":9467023,"projectId":10156998,"letterContent":"Thank you for generously supporting our project, \"Bits, Bots, and Bytes: Igniting Student Innovation.\" Your contribution provides more than new technology for my classroom. You are giving my 8th-grade Cyber Foundations II scholars opportunities to explore, create, problem-solve, and discover what they can accomplish through technology. Because of your generosity, my students will have access to hands-on physical computing resources that will transform concepts learned on a computer screen into meaningful, real-world experiences.\r\nThe micro:bits, circuits, sensors, and physical computing materials funded through this project will allow my scholars to see coding come to life. Instead of only writing programs and completing digital activities, students will create projects that respond to commands, collect information, and perform specific tasks. They will build interactive devices, experiment with sensors, program lights and sounds, and explore how hardware and software work together.\r\nYour support will also strengthen important academic and life skills. Physical computing encourages students to think critically, solve problems, collaborate, communicate, and persevere. When a program does not work or a circuit fails to respond, students will learn to troubleshoot, identify the problem, make adjustments, and try again. These experiences teach scholars that mistakes are an important part of learning and that persistence can lead to success. Your generosity is helping transform our classroom into a place where curiosity becomes creativity, learning becomes innovation, and students can begin imagining themselves as tomorrow's technology leaders.","fullyFundedDate":1774372439106,"projectUrl":"project/bits-bots-and-bytes-igniting-student/10156998/","projectTitle":"Bits, Bots, and Bytes: Igniting Student Innovation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9467023_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707779775943","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9467023"},{"teacherId":2531318,"projectId":9503256,"letterContent":"When the color ink cartridges for our \"Color Their World!\" project finally arrived, the transformation in our classroom was immediate. My 8th graders were absolutely thrilled to see their usually black-and-white math worksheets replaced with vibrant, engaging materials. The most exciting part for them has been seeing complex, multi-step math problems visually broken down. Suddenly, the math looks less intimidating, and they are genuinely excited to dive into their assignments when the pages pop with color.\r\n\r\nWhile a printer might seem like an everyday household item, in a math classroom, color printing is a powerful educational technology. We use it to color-code data points on graphs, highlight specific variables in algebraic equations, and separate the different steps of our RICE problem-solving strategy (Read & Restate, Identify & Illustrate, Compute & Check, Explain). By assigning distinct colors to different parts of a problem, my students can visually track their progress and organize their mathematical thinking. It perfectly bridges the gap between abstract, confusing numbers and clear, visual understanding.\r\n\r\nI have seen this make a profound difference, especially for my visual learners and students who typically struggle with math anxiety. One student in particular, who often felt completely overwhelmed by dense pages of black-and-white text, turned a corner when handed a color-coded geometry packet. Seeing the different angles and formulas highlighted in specific colors allowed her to process the information without shutting down. She even started using her own colored pencils to match her handwritten work to the printouts! Thank you for bringing our math lessons to life and giving my students the colorful tools they need to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1760726498956,"projectUrl":"project/color-their-world/9503256/","projectTitle":"Color Their World!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. L. 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Having a quick, healthy snack and a fresh drink of water gives them the quick boost they need to stay energized and engaged.\r\n\r\nOne memorable moment happened during an intensive morning block. Normally, around mid-morning, energy levels dip and frustration sets in. Thanks to these resources, we took a quick five-minute snack break, and the students immediately bounced back with renewed focus, enthusiasm, and persistence to finish their problem-solving tasks.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, having these basic needs met allows us to dive into our upcoming cross-curricular STEM and literacy projects without interruptions. Knowing that their basic needs are cared for helps my students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1746785897921,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-success-snacks-and-water-to-pow/9062155/","projectTitle":"Fueling Success: Snacks and Water to Power Young Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9467023_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707779775943","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9467023"},{"teacherId":9467023,"projectId":9061604,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing our physical computing project to life! Having the BBC micro:bits, Sphero Mini robots, and protective cases in our classroom has completely transformed how my students interact with technology. Instead of passively looking at code on a screen, they are now watching their algorithms control physical hardware in real time. The sheer excitement in the room when a student successfully programs a Sphero to navigate a custom maze or codes a micro:bit sensor to respond to light is indescribable.\r\n\r\nThis technology has especially impacted my quiet and hands-on learners who previously struggled with traditional, text-based computer science lessons. Seeing immediate physical feedback has boosted their confidence and encouraged them to embrace trial and error. Students who used to give up quickly when facing a coding error are now working together, troubleshooting their code, and persisting until their robots move as intended.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has provided my students with far more than just tech gadgets—you have given them an authentic, hands-on introduction to engineering and problem-solving that will serve them for years to come. Thank you for investing in our classroom and empowering the next generation of innovators!","fullyFundedDate":1746786090229,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-young-innovators-bringing-te/9061604/","projectTitle":"Empowering Young Innovators: Bringing Technology to Life in Our Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9467023_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707779775943","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9467023"},{"teacherId":7614037,"projectId":10068563,"letterContent":"Scholar recovery requires persistence, communication, relationship-building, and, most importantly, the ability to reach young people where they are. The technology you helped provide opened doors that traditional methods alone could not. It allowed us to extend our reach while helping ensure that our efforts were conducted more safely, efficiently, and intentionally. Thank you for believing in our mission and recognizing that every scholar is worth finding, every family is worth reaching, and every opportunity to graduate is worth pursuing.","fullyFundedDate":1778978176119,"projectUrl":"project/recover-the-grads-continue-the-research/10068563/","projectTitle":"Recover the Grads, Continue the Research!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. K. Archie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7614037_orig.png?crop=719,719,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1606833846860","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7614037"},{"teacherId":8952946,"projectId":10192612,"letterContent":"I would like to sincerely thank you for your generous support of our \"Seated, Fed, and Ready to Learn!\" classroom project. Your donation means so much to me and, most importantly, to the scholars who will benefit from your kindness each day.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, I know that learning goes far beyond textbooks, assignments, and grades. Scholars are more successful when they enter a classroom where they feel comfortable, supported, and prepared to learn. This project was created with that idea in mind. 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