{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Seneca East Local Middle & High School","outOfStateSupporters":87.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10358579,"projectId":9912085,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your generous support of our project, \"Using Color to Captivate Learning.\" Because of you, our classroom has been transformed into a more engaging, organized, and student-centered learning environment.\r\n\r\nWith the colored cardstock, paper, and laminating sheets you provided, my students and I have created color-coded activity pathways that guide them through lessons in a clear and visually engaging way. For example, during a recent STEM activity, students rotated through stations marked by different colors—each representing a different step in the problem-solving process. The colors helped them stay focused, transition smoothly, and understand exactly where they were in their learning journey.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate and contagious. They were eager to help organize, sort, and even design parts of the system themselves. Many commented on how the colors made the classroom feel more \"fun\" and easier to follow. It was incredible to see students who sometimes struggle with organization feel more confident and independent.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are continuing to build on this system by incorporating color-coded pathways into larger projects and collaborative work. Students will soon be using these materials to design their own learning sequences and visual guides, taking more ownership of how they learn and communicate their thinking. This will be especially powerful as we move into more complex, project-based units.\r\n\r\nYour support has not only provided materials—it has created structure, clarity, and excitement in our classroom. Thank you for making a meaningful difference in the way my students experience learning each day.","fullyFundedDate":1763851821444,"projectUrl":"project/using-color-to-captivate-learning/9912085/","projectTitle":"Using Color to Captivate Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Griffin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10358579_orig.jpg?crop=1152,1152,x0,y264&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1763739191175","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10358579"},{"teacherId":10355701,"projectId":9907646,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making an investment in our art students at Seneca East Local Schools! With the addition of more ceramics glazes in the classroom, students have been able to experiment and explore the world of 3D arts! The color variety has allowed students to learn more about color mixing, color theory, and self-expression through design.\r\n\r\nThis school year, students in secondary classes have been able to learn some base level handbuilding and wheel thrown techniques, and then personalize their work with colored glazes. The students have been responsible for mapping out their colors, studying the science behind the firing process, setting up, organizing, and cleaning up all materials on a daily basis. Students have also been able to study historical techniques such as \"Majolica\" as well as modern techniques of layering underglazes with crystal gloss glazes.\r\n\r\nThe new materials were like a \"Christmas morning\" as described by one of the students! The watercolor-like underglaze palette was a big favorite of the advanced artists who were able to apply advanced painting techniques to their ceramics projects.\r\n\r\nStudents will continue to learn more about the science behind the firing process and how it impacts glazes, and the differences between cone temperatures (which can impact how colors appear). ​A​s the year progresses, students will be challenged to build larger, more intricate projects, and plan out layers of both underglaze and gloss glazes​, that need to be applied at different phases of the drying and firing processes. The addition of new materials really has opened a new door of possibilities in our art studio!","fullyFundedDate":1764961382175,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-ceramics-for-grades-7-12/9907646/","projectTitle":"Colorful Ceramics for Grades 7-12!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dennings","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10355701_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1763746648215","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10355701"},{"teacherId":10358763,"projectId":9912837,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous gift of an iPad to our Tiny Tigers Preschool classroom. Our students have truly benefited from having this wonderful learning tool available. They love using it to play interactive games that help them practice letter and number identification, learn letter sounds, and listen to engaging stories. The excitement they show when it is their turn to use the iPad is incredible, and it has quickly become a favorite part of our classroom routine.\r\n\r\nYour donation has also helped me support my students more effectively as their teacher. The iPad allows me to complete assessments and monitor student progress more efficiently, which gives me more time to focus on working directly with the children. We have even been able to use iPad time as a special incentive, which motivates students and keeps them excited about learning. Thank you again for your generosity and for making such a positive difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1764293334595,"projectUrl":"project/tiny-tigers/9912837/","projectTitle":"Tiny Tigers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pozderac","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10358763_orig.jpg?crop=414,414,x204,y605&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1763952712968","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10358763"},{"teacherId":10369734,"projectId":9941552,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous donation of our tumbling mat for the cheerleading program. Because of your support, we have already been able to begin lessons with a tumbling coach right here at the school. She has been board approved and has visited multiple times to work with our athletes, and the growth we have seen in such a short time has been amazing.\r\n\r\nWithout this tumbling track, two of our girls would not be tumbling today. One athlete is now confidently completing her tumbling completely on her own, and another is very close to doing it independently. Seeing their confidence grow alongside their skills has been so rewarding, and it simply would not have been possible without your generosity.\r\n\r\nAs we look ahead to the summer and next school year, we plan to continue lessons and offer the opportunity for the entire squad to participate for those who are interested. Your donation has already made a lasting impact on our program, and it will continue to benefit our cheerleaders for years to come. Thank you again for investing in our athletes, they are truly thankful, and so are we.","fullyFundedDate":1766416708008,"projectUrl":"project/safer-cheerleaders/9941552/","projectTitle":"Safer Cheerleaders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bordner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10369734"},{"teacherId":10355169,"projectId":9978972,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making Lucky Stitches possible! With your generous support (including a matching gift from Panda Express), my students used the embroidery machine and materials to explore Lunar New Year traditions while building fine-motor skills, patience, and cultural understanding. I watched students who are usually hesitant about art projects become deeply engaged; one quiet student stayed after class to finish her stitches because she was so proud of the pattern she created. \r\n\r\nThis project has also given us a foundation to expand textile arts into future units; students will take turns teaching stitching techniques to younger peers, reinforcing both skills and leadership. The embroidery machine will also be available in the STEM lab for others to use, including future entrepreneurs. \r\n\r\nThis addition to our school would not have been possible without your generous support!","fullyFundedDate":1767564335536,"projectUrl":"project/lucky-stitches-learning-lunar-new-year/9978972/","projectTitle":"Lucky Stitches: Learning Lunar New Year Through Embroidery","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Baker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10355169"},{"teacherId":10358573,"projectId":9912074,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to our class. My students are excited about the prospects involved with our Drone and careers related to it. We have completed some research on drones and started to research them in class. The role of drone related careers seems almost endless as we move into the future.\r\n\r\nAs the weather has started to break and snow is disappearing here in Ohio, we are going to start getting our hands on actually using the drone outside. To go along with that, we have some local experts on drones coming to explore drones with our students from our local Sherriff's department and also a local college to both demonstrate and share possibilities related to the usage of drones and potential drone related careers.\r\n\r\nAgain, Thanks so much for contributing to our drone and allowing our students to get their Hands-On experience in such a booming career field of both the present and future.","fullyFundedDate":1764706705167,"projectUrl":"project/drone-careers-to-fly-into-the-future/9912074/","projectTitle":"Drone Careers to Fly into the Future","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Phillips","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10358573"},{"teacherId":10355169,"projectId":9922133,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support of Twist, Turn, Innovate: Rubik's Cubes for STEM Success, my students have experienced a whole new level of engagement in developing critical thinking and perseverance. The Rubik's Cubes have become more than just colorful puzzles; they are tools for building strategy, resilience, and logic. Students work together to learn solving methods, break down complex patterns, and support one another through challenges. I've witnessed students who were once unsure of their problem-solving abilities grow more confident as they tackle increasingly difficult patterns and strategies, turning frustration into excitement and accomplishment.\r\n When students first saw the cubes, their reactions ranged from curiosity to pure enthusiasm. Many had never held a Rubik's Cube before, and they immediately began experimenting with twists and turns, eager to figure out how it worked. This hands-on exploration sparked conversations about algorithms, math connections, spatial reasoning, and even patience. The cubes have inspired healthy competition, teamwork, and reflection; students celebrate their own progress and cheer on classmates who reach new milestones. It's been a joy to see the entire room so actively engaged in learning.\r\n Looking forward, students are planning Rubik's Cube clubs, peer-teaching sessions, and guided challenges that extend beyond the classroom. They're taking what they've learned about problem-solving and applying it to other subjects, improving their flexibility in thinking and their willingness to approach difficult tasks. Your support truly made this possible, and the skills they're developing will continue to benefit them long after they put down the cubes.","fullyFundedDate":1768471566222,"projectUrl":"project/twist-turn-innovate-rubiks-cubes-for/9922133/","projectTitle":"Twist, Turn, Innovate: Rubik’s Cubes for STEM Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Baker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10355169"},{"teacherId":10355169,"projectId":9938178,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support of Hot Off the Press, our students have been able to fully engage in the sublimation design process from start to finish. With high-quality blanks, ink, and paper now available in our classroom, students can take their digital designs and actually print them onto products like coasters, water bottles, and keychains. One memorable classroom moment was when a group of students saw their first printed design on a mug; cheers erupted as they held up a product they had created from scratch. It was a powerful experience that reinforced how creativity and technology come together in the real world.\r\n When students first saw the new materials, their excitement was contagious. Many had never worked with this type of printing before, and their eyes lit up as they realized that what they design on a screen can become something tangible. Because of these resources, we've been able to push beyond simple concept lessons into authentic, hands-on entrepreneurship projects. Students are now brainstorming product lines, thinking about pricing and marketing, and even preparing for real sales opportunities.\r\n Looking ahead, my students are planning their next steps by creating mock storefronts and digital portfolios to showcase their products. They are learning to critique and revise their designs, collaborate with peers on product ideas, and think like business owners as they prepare for upcoming school events where they'll present and sell their creations. Your support has opened doors for deeper learning and greater engagement, and we couldn't be more grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1764732463504,"projectUrl":"project/hot-off-the-press-student-entrepreneurs/9938178/","projectTitle":"Hot Off the Press: Student Entrepreneurs Creating Cool Creations","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Baker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10355169"},{"teacherId":10358598,"projectId":9912135,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating supplies to my classroom! My students were so excited to see the materials that were donated. Having mini white boards, markers, and paper has allowed for so many things to be able to transpire in my classroom. \r\n\r\nWe have used the markers and white boards numerous times for daily activities and reviewing important material before quizzes and tests. It's a nice way for everyone to be able to write answers instead of feeling nervous to answer aloud in case they are wrong. \r\n\r\nThe paper has been so helpful, especially for students who don't have the opportunity to get loose leaf paper often. Having paper that they can grab when they need it, without fear of running out in case they can't get more, has allowed students to be more confident in taking more notes and producing more work.","fullyFundedDate":1763846339808,"projectUrl":"project/equity-and-ability-in-the-classroom/9912135/","projectTitle":"Equity and Ability in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Looney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10358598"},{"teacherId":10355672,"projectId":9907617,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my classroom through your generous donation of the heat press, hat press, and sublimation printing supplies. I am excited to begin using these new resources with my high school special education students to create meaningful, hands-on learning experiences that connect academic content to real-world applications. Students are already learning how to follow multi-step directions while designing and producing custom items such as T-shirts, hats, and other sublimated products. These projects allow them to apply math skills through measuring and sizing designs, as well as strengthen reading comprehension by interpreting written instructions and operating equipment safely.\r\n\r\nWhen students were first introduced to the materials, their excitement was immediate. Many of them had never had the opportunity to work with professional-level tools, and the idea that they could design and create their own wearable products sparked curiosity and motivation. Students quickly became engaged in the creative process, taking pride in their work as they saw their digital designs turn into finished items they could use or share. For my students who often struggle with traditional classroom tasks, this provided a new avenue to experience success, build confidence, and practice problem-solving skills in a supportive environment.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, these tools will be used as part of a vocationally focused classroom project where students will learn about production processes, quality control, and basic entrepreneurship skills. They will explore concepts such as budgeting for materials, pricing products, and fulfilling small \"orders\" for school groups and events. This project will help prepare students for future employment opportunities by reinforcing teamwork, responsibility, and workplace readiness skills. Your generosity has made it possible for my students to gain valuable, hands-on experiences that support both academic growth and real-life skill development. Thank you for investing in their future success!","fullyFundedDate":1763589398072,"projectUrl":"project/cricut-corner-where-ideas-take-shape/9907617/","projectTitle":"Cricut Corner: Where Ideas Take Shape","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Watson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10355672"},{"teacherId":10354952,"projectId":9906814,"letterContent":"Our 5th grade students have loved using the MetaQuest VR headset during library time that you purchased for us! Around the time of the Chinese New Year, we read the book Goldy Luck and the Three Pandas by Natasha Yim. After reading the story, 5th graders took turns viewing the app \"Explore China\" to become immersed in a variety of locations in China. Next we read Almost Underwear: How a Piece of Cloth Traveled From Kitty Hawk to the Moon and Mars by Jonathan Roth. To supplement this space theme, I loaded \"Mission ISS (International Space Station)\" on the MetaQuest and students could float around inside the Space Station and take a space walk outside the ship and even view Earth below. Students absolutely loved this space VR experience and some students even came to the library after school to explore space more. Finally, we read Dinosaur Lady: The Daring Discoveries of Mary Anning, the First Paleontologist. Then students surrounded themselves with dinosaurs in the app \"Jurassic World.\"\r\n We will continue to use the MetaQuest with our library story time in the future and I will also invite our middle school and high school teachers to use VR with units like the Anne Frank house or anatomy. The immersive nature of this experience is something that students truly love and look forward to using to supplement what they are already learning. Thank you again for providing this amazing opportunity for our students at Seneca East!","fullyFundedDate":1763743416176,"projectUrl":"project/virtual-voyages-in-the-library-media-cen/9906814/","projectTitle":"Virtual Voyages in the Library Media Center","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schimpf","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10354952_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y80&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1763574414571","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10354952"},{"teacherId":10355032,"projectId":9906910,"letterContent":"Thank so much for the donation for the kids to have headphones. It has worked out really well with what I do in the classroom. The kids have been very responsible while using them too. I am so glad you guys exist to help teachers with the little things. \r\nGoing forward, I think a lot of other teachers have seen the value in the little things that can become difficult and serve as small obstacles as we try to give students a great education. I know my classroom seems a little bit easier because of your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1763686281352,"projectUrl":"project/great-headphones-for-kids/9906910/","projectTitle":"Great Headphones for Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rogier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10355032"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_134536","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":null,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":null,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":39,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":0,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":false,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR District Record","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":12.5,"schoolId":134536,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Seneca East Local Middle & High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Seneca East Local Middle & High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/ohio/seneca-east-local-school-district/seneca-east-local-middle-high-school/134536"}