{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"James J Ferris High School","outOfStateSupporters":30.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":770387,"projectId":9299921,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation that made it possible for me to receive an Apple laptop for my classroom. This technology has already made a huge difference in how I teach and stay organized as I travel from class to class. It allows me to easily access lesson materials, display engaging presentations, and connect students to interactive learning tools. My students are excited to use the laptop for research, projects, and creative activities that bring lessons to life. Your support has truly enhanced both teaching and learning in meaningful ways. I am deeply grateful for your kindness and for investing in our students' success.","fullyFundedDate":1754761364510,"projectUrl":"project/learning-on-the-go/9299921/","projectTitle":"Learning On The Go!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Barricella","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp770387_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1480448116773","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/770387"},{"teacherId":2012160,"projectId":8805431,"letterContent":"Our students are having a blast using the vacuum cleaners in our classroom. They have taken turns vacuuming the rug, as well as the classroom floor which is made of linoleum tiles, as well as the class carpet rug.\r\n\r\nWhen they first saw the materials arrived, they were so curious to find out what was inside each box. We decided to open the boxes together. We were so excited to see the brand new vacuum cleaners and floor/rug cleaner that our kind and generous donors gave our class. We took each vacuum and floor/rug cleaner out of the box and showed them how to put each vacuum cleaner together. We also showed the students how to initially charge the battery for each brand new vacuum cleaner.\r\n\r\nFor some of my students, it was their first time to be handed a vacuum cleaner with no wires or power plugs attached. We watched a video on how to use the vacuum cleaners by the specific model and brand demonstration. then I showed them how to use each vacuum cleaner. For some of them, it was so easy for them to get used to the sounds and vibrations of the vacuum cleaners. However I have some students who were frightened by the loud sound of the big vacuum cleaner when it was initially turned on. Hopefully, my students will gain more practice and skills in vacuuming a wide range of floor surfaces. Thank you very much for giving my students the opportunity to learn how to vacuum and clean floors and carpet rugs.","fullyFundedDate":1733184016655,"projectUrl":"project/sweep-clean-job-skills-for-teens-with/8805431/","projectTitle":"Sweep & Clean: Job Skills for Teens with Special Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Enriquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2012160_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1512495652472","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/maria-enriquez"},{"teacherId":5306536,"projectId":8797901,"letterContent":"The students were very excited to receive the device as a way to communicate with the teachers,para's and their classmate.\r\nThis is an enable them an opportunity to communicate with everyone in a safe environment.\r\n\"We Can All Communicate to Achieve Our Goals, Effectively Together\", was a great project to invest in. thank you for all the donations. and we are truly grateful for all you assistance in these devices.\r\n\r\nThe students will benefit from all the love and support they received form the well deserved donations for you all.","fullyFundedDate":1735675259103,"projectUrl":"project/we-can-all-communicate-to-acheive-our-go/8797901/","projectTitle":"We Can All Communicate to Acheive Our Goals, Effectively Together","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Green","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5306536_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1523467180763","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miss-tag"},{"teacherId":770387,"projectId":8763583,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing books for our library. The students love the new selection and are excited to start reading them in the next few months. Your donation will give our school more leveled reading for the special education program so that they can continue to grow and learn. \r\n Our program has pre-kindergarten to 3rd grade reading levels in the high school and our children often do not have many books to choose from. Now they can participate in reading with their peers. Thank you again for your generous donation to our school.","fullyFundedDate":1733185533238,"projectUrl":"project/books-books-and-more-books/8763583/","projectTitle":"Books, Books, and More Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Barricella","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp770387_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1480448116773","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/770387"},{"teacherId":770387,"projectId":8648930,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for the inkless printers we ordered through your donations. We are beyond grateful for your generosity. The ability to print from anywhere in the school has been a game changer. The students can print their homework and projects without worrying about our printers running out of ink. \r\n Our teachers can also use these printers in all of their classes which helps the whole school to benefit from the ink shortage. Teachers can utilize these inkless printers to enhance their lessons and create handouts for their students. Again, thank you for supporting our school, especially our teachers and students.","fullyFundedDate":1733283799489,"projectUrl":"project/no-ink-no-problem/8648930/","projectTitle":"No Ink, No Problem!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Barricella","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp770387_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1480448116773","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/770387"},{"teacherId":2012160,"projectId":8797074,"letterContent":"My students are practicing how to load the washing machine and dryer. We have learned how to sort the laundry by color: light and dark; and also how to read the international fabric care symbols. Based on symbols: the triangle is for bleach, rectangle is for dry, and circle is for dry clean only. They have also learned the different temperatures: warm, cold, and hot; and cycles for the type of laundry load that is being washed or placed in the dryer.\r\n\r\nAll of my students were so excited when the washer and dryer arrived in a giant box that was taller than all of us. They were so curious to know what was inside the box. Once we opened the box, and saw that it was a washer and dryer combo, my students and I were so happy. We have all been waiting for this to happen for a long time. One student said, \"Can I bring my laundry here already?\". He was so excited that the washer and dryer has finally arrived in our Daily Living Skills room. \r\n\r\nAs soon as the washing machine and dryer are connected and installed, our students will be able to demonstrate how to load and unload the washer and dryer by themselves. It is our hope that they will gain the skills and confidence needed to gain a degree of independence that other high school students get to experience for themselves. \r\n\r\nThank you very much for your kind and generous donation that made all this possible. My students are currently learning how to fold different types of clothing: tops and bottoms, shirts and pants. In the future, when our next project is funded, we are looking forward to learning how to safely use a stove and oven to prepare our own food.","fullyFundedDate":1733283800134,"projectUrl":"project/clean-fresh-life-skills-for-teens-wit/8797074/","projectTitle":"Clean & Fresh! 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Seeing their excitement when they received their own bags was truly heartwarming—many of them expressed how much easier it is now to keep track of their uniforms and supplies.\r\n\r\nMeanwhile, the court creation project has given our students a space to practice, play, and build teamwork. Whether it's volleyball, basketball, or other activities, this space has quickly become a hub of energy and school spirit. One unforgettable moment was seeing our students step onto the court for the first time—eyes lit up, smiles wide, and an overwhelming sense of pride in having a place of their own.\r\nWith these new resources, we're focusing on fostering teamwork, discipline, and confidence both in the classroom and on the court. Our athletes are gearing up for upcoming competitions, and our PE classes are making full use of the space to encourage movement and collaboration. We're also exploring ways to integrate leadership and responsibility lessons, empowering students to take ownership of their growth.\r\nNone of this would have been possible without your generosity. 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