{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Roselle Park High School","outOfStateSupporters":16.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10268322,"projectId":10321203,"letterContent":"The piano equipment has had a meaningful impact on my students by giving them greater access to hands-on music-making and opportunities to experience success at the piano. Many of my students do not have access to a piano or keyboard at home, so the equipment in our classroom provides them with an opportunity they might otherwise not have.\r\n I am incredibly grateful to everyone who made this possible. Your generosity has given my students much more than a piano or a piece of equipment—you have given them access, opportunity, confidence, and a chance to discover something new about themselves.\r\n\r\n As a music teacher, one of the most rewarding moments is watching a student who initially says, \"I can't do this,\" eventually sit down at the piano and play something on their own. Seeing the smile on their face when they realize they did it is something that is difficult to put into words.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and believing that they deserve access to meaningful musical experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1783545923134,"projectUrl":"project/the-power-of-piano-keys-pedals-and-po/10321203/","projectTitle":"The Power of Piano: Keys, Pedals, and Possibilities","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cogswell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10268322"},{"teacherId":10268322,"projectId":9725108,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support and belief in our students. Because of your donation, meaningful learning is happening every day in our classroom, and we are excited to share the impact you have helped create.\r\n\r\nRecently, we began a new unit focused on practical life skills—specifically learning how to shop and compare prices. Using the bulletin board activity purchased with your donation, students are actively engaging in hands-on lessons that make real-world concepts accessible and meaningful. This interactive resource has transformed an abstract idea into something concrete, visual, and fun. Students are not just learning about money; they are learning how to make thoughtful decisions.\r\nThrough this activity, students are learning how to navigate both department stores and grocery stores. They are practicing how to identify items, compare prices, and determine what best fits within a budget. These skills are essential for daily living, and for many students, this is their first opportunity to safely practice them in a structured and supportive environment. Each lesson builds familiarity and reduces anxiety about real-world shopping experiences.\r\n\r\nOne of the most impactful skills students are learning is the \"next dollar up\" strategy when purchasing items. This method helps students understand how much money they need to pay when exact change is not required, a crucial skill for independence. Watching students confidently count money, round up to the next dollar, and complete a purchase scenario has been incredibly rewarding. What once felt overwhelming is now becoming routine—and empowering.\r\nIn addition, your donation has provided students with access to task cards that allow them to practice these life skills independently. These task cards encourage problem-solving, responsibility, and self-confidence. Students can work at their own pace, repeat skills as needed, and take ownership of their learning. This independence is helping them grow not only academically, but personally.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our students are gaining skills they will use for the rest of their lives. They are becoming stronger, more confident, and better prepared for adulthood. Your support is not just funding materials—it is opening doors, building independence, and shaping futures.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and believing in their potential. 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