{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Tarboro High School","outOfStateSupporters":44.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9913120,"projectId":9259988,"letterContent":"Cat's Cradle by Kurt Vonnegut is a masterpiece in describing one of the great dilemmas of the 20th Century: how do we learn to stop fighting and love the A-bomb? However, this paradox is not felt by the new generation.\r\nMy task, I felt, was to ask for a set of books on the subject. Alas, I never got to teach this novel to the school y'all helped me procure. I was called to be at another school, and now I bring only bad news. For I know not what has been done with your set of books.\r\nWhat I do know is that my students are reading Macbeth this week, and loving every minute of it. I do not move schools often, and I am sorry it had to be on your dime. I hope and pray that Cat's Cradle gets used, but as is often said... I could not take it with me.","fullyFundedDate":1746487006969,"projectUrl":"project/cats-cradle-a-novel-for-11th-grade-engl/9259988/","projectTitle":"Cat's Cradle-A Novel for 11th Grade English","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. S","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9913120_orig.jpg?crop=690,690,x198,y49&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738453316888","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pingpongclubtable"},{"teacherId":9488183,"projectId":9460451,"letterContent":"As soon as our magazines arrived, I could not keep the kids away from them. My students love how relevant the articles are, and I love the cross-curricular approach they bring to our discussions. Other departments are also utilizing these, and it sparks wonderful debate among the entire school. Curriculum like this allows students to be informed on current events, both at home and abroad, and the digital sources allow us to reach all students, be it the academically advanced, the student who just moved to this country, or the struggling reader. Thank you for believing in the good that public education can do.","fullyFundedDate":1755537016995,"projectUrl":"project/read-discuss-debate/9460451/","projectTitle":"Read, Discuss, Debate","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carr","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9488183_orig.jpg?crop=1728,1728,x0,y570&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740005356000","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9488183"},{"teacherId":7452445,"projectId":9438808,"letterContent":"In our special needs class, students are using sensory toys such as fidget spinners, stress balls, textured items, and putty throughout the day. These tools give them something safe and engaging to hold, squeeze, or move while they are listening, working, or waiting for directions. By keeping their hands busy, the toys help reduce restlessness, ease frustration, and allow students to focus more on their learning tasks. Many of the students naturally reach for these toys when they feel overwhelmed or need a calming activity, which helps them transition smoothly between lessons and activities.\r\n\r\nSensory toys also support emotional regulation and self-control. For students who may struggle with attention or managing their feelings, having access to these tools gives them a healthy way to release energy and stress. This helps create a calmer classroom environment where students are better able to engage, participate, and build confidence in themselves.","fullyFundedDate":1752113046256,"projectUrl":"project/social-emotional-success-starts-here/9438808/","projectTitle":"Social-Emotional Success Starts Here","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cherry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7452445_orig.jpg?crop=716,716,x281,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745514733445","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7452445"},{"teacherId":7452445,"projectId":9276437,"letterContent":"On behalf of our special needs students, I would like to sincerely thank you for your thoughtful donation of snacks to our classroom. Your kindness has made a true difference in our daily learning environment.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, snacks are not just a treat—they are an essential support that helps them focus, stay energized, and engage more fully in their lessons. Having these snacks available has created a positive atmosphere where students feel cared for, motivated, and ready to learn. Thank you","fullyFundedDate":1750806204841,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-today-success-tomorrow/9276437/","projectTitle":"Snacks Today, Success Tomorrow","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cherry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7452445_orig.jpg?crop=716,716,x281,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745514733445","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7452445"},{"teacherId":9568076,"projectId":8452860,"letterContent":"I want to take a moment to truly thank you for your generosity in providing snacks for my classroom at Tarboro High. What may feel like a small gesture on your end has made a powerful impact in my room—and in the lives of the students I serve every day.\r\n\r\nI teach with both my heart and my eyes wide open. Many of my students come from disadvantaged homes where food insecurity is a daily reality. For some, the meals they receive at school are the only ones they can count on. That's why your support means more than you might ever realize. You didn't just donate snacks—you helped meet a basic, essential need for children who are often expected to carry adult-sized burdens.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has allowed me to keep snacks like granola bars, fruit snacks, crackers, and pop-tarts on hand during the day. These snacks do more than just fill stomachs—they bring peace, boost energy, and open the door for learning. I've watched tired, distracted students come alive after a snack break. I've seen the quiet joy in their eyes when they realize that someone thought of them and made sure they wouldn't have to go hungry. And I've even seen them take a snack and save half of it \"for later\" or for a sibling at home. That's the kind of selflessness and resilience these kids carry with them—and your support helps lighten that load.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, our classroom is a safe space. It's a place where students know they'll be seen, heard, and taken care of.\r\n\r\nThe truth is, no child can learn when they're hungry. No child can focus when they're worried about where their next meal is coming from. Your donation helps me remove that barrier, one student at a time.\r\n\r\nSo again—thank you. Thank you for showing up for my students at Tarboro High. Thank you for believing in their worth. Thank you for helping me build a classroom where kids can dream bigger because they feel safe and supported. You didn't just provide snacks. You gave hope, comfort, and a little more room for joy in a world that can be hard for these young people.","fullyFundedDate":1725710496815,"projectUrl":"project/project-brain-fuel/8452860/","projectTitle":"Project Brain Fuel","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ingram","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9568076"},{"teacherId":9488183,"projectId":9145249,"letterContent":"This year, because of your help, we could offer Macbeth to each Senior in English this semester. The theatre class performed a rendition for us, and it became the talk of the school. Never in my 14 years of teaching have I heard so many students talking about Shakespeare simultaneously. \r\nBecause of your donation, students could grasp the art and plot of a traditionally inaccessible text. Students compared the written play to the performed full play, the theatre class's rendition, several movie renditions, and even other stories they have read. Thank you for inspiring joy in these students. When asked,\"Which is the best option if you only had one choice?\" students overwhelmingly said, \"If you can only do one, read the play. You get to use your imagination to decide how you want things to play out.\"","fullyFundedDate":1741454513598,"projectUrl":"project/making-macbeth-a-new-favorite/9145249/","projectTitle":"Making Macbeth a New Favorite","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carr","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9488183_orig.jpg?crop=1728,1728,x0,y570&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740005356000","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9488183"},{"teacherId":9488183,"projectId":9182620,"letterContent":"Thank you again for the snacks for my students. They are very excited to have protein-filled snacks available to them. An interesting thing occurred yesterday. After refilling the snack drawer, many students asked if they could buy snacks for the drawer after they graduate. Your donations make a huge difference and show that strangers do care for them. \r\nStudents asked me to relay this message to donors: \"Thank you for believing in us and feeding us so Ms. Carr doesn't have to pay for all of it\".","fullyFundedDate":1745164158894,"projectUrl":"project/power-snacks/9182620/","projectTitle":"POWER SNACKS","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carr","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9488183_orig.jpg?crop=1728,1728,x0,y570&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740005356000","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9488183"},{"teacherId":9488183,"projectId":9125393,"letterContent":"I wish I had thought to take a picture of my student's faces when their books arrived. They handled the books like they were made of gold. These books have given my students a resource they can take home and practice. The AP Language test is a daunting task and this has given them a physical, reliable text. \r\n This project also bred creativity I couldn't have foreseen. The books are interactive, workbook-type texts, and the students wanted to be sure I didn't have to buy them every year, so they are using transparent sticky notes to preserve the pages for future classes. Thank you for believing in my kids as much as I do; it is obvious they believe in the future as well! You are a great example!","fullyFundedDate":1740349827129,"projectUrl":"project/argument-textbooks/9125393/","projectTitle":"Argument Textbooks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carr","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9488183_orig.jpg?crop=1728,1728,x0,y570&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740005356000","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9488183"},{"teacherId":7388878,"projectId":8914077,"letterContent":"Your donations have a transformative impact on my students' daily lives. With the support of generous contributions, they have access to essential resources and opportunities that enhance their learning experience and overall well-being. These donations help provide school supplies, technology, and materials that ensure every child can actively participate in class, regardless of their circumstances.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, contributions often fund meals, snacks, and other essentials that keep students energized and focused throughout the day. They also support extracurricular programs, books, and creative tools that foster a love for learning and allow students to explore their passions.\r\n\r\nYour kindness directly shapes a brighter future for my students. Every donation makes a difference, empowering them to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Thank you for being a vital part of their journey!\r\n\r\nYour donations impacted my students by allowing them to have something on their stomach and being able to stay focused in class. Students thanked me over and over for the snacks and drinks. While providing these things it again allowed them to not be hungry and to give all their attention to their teachers while in class.","fullyFundedDate":1732748632915,"projectUrl":"project/school-nurse-fooddrink-emergency-need-a/8914077/","projectTitle":"School Nurse Food/Drink Emergency-Need Action Pack","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Underhill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7388878"},{"teacherId":9488183,"projectId":9122046,"letterContent":"I wish that you could see the smiles and light that your donations brought to my class. When I told them that people who didn't know them but loved them enough to send food and hygiene products, they lit up. Recently, there have been several students struggling with events no teenager should have to deal with. The impact that offering a snack has on these students changes their day. Sometimes, they need to feel love, and you provide that. One such student said, \"Ms. Carr, make sure to tell those people who sent this thank you. It feels like a hug and encouragement from a stranger- in a not creepy way\". That's teenagers!\r\nThe donation of feminine products has even sparked discussion on what can be done on a larger scale for high schools in general. Students are aware of the problems and feel so grateful that there are people out there who care and love them. Thank you for loving my kids like I do!","fullyFundedDate":1740157309737,"projectUrl":"project/student-essentials-food-and-feminine-pr/9122046/","projectTitle":"Student Essentials: Food and Feminine Products","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carr","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9488183_orig.jpg?crop=1728,1728,x0,y570&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740005356000","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9488183"},{"teacherId":9780234,"projectId":8829577,"letterContent":"Many of my students come from low income families facing severe financial challenges. For these children, the meals provided at school often serve as their primary and sometimes only source of nutrition throughout the day.\r\nSo, providing my students with these snacks were like hitting the lottery. Receiving these snacks from \r\nDonors Choose has played a virtual role in bridging the nutritional gap and supporting students well being. \r\nImplementing these snacks have benefits for my students from their disadvantaged backgrounds. Some of the these snacks provide nutrients.\r\nFor my students to have access to snacks when they come to my class throughout the day, is worth all the giving. I'm totally appreciative.","fullyFundedDate":1730388084815,"projectUrl":"project/good-food-for-all/8829577/","projectTitle":"Good Food for All","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Trapp","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9780234"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_2667","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":497,"numTeachers":37,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":75,"percentWhite":13,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":9,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"13.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"UNCLASSIFIED","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":55.4,"schoolId":2667,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Tarboro High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Tarboro High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/north-carolina/edgecombe-county-public-school-district/tarboro-high-school/2667"}