{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"U.S. Grant High School","outOfStateSupporters":37.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8072356,"projectId":8986509,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, our soccer players now use the portable goals and agility equipment during daily practices. The portable goals allow us to run small-sided games and finishing drills that give players more touches on the ball and create real game situations. The agility equipment has also improved our warm-ups by helping players work on foot speed, balance, and quick changes of direction.\r\n\r\nWhen the equipment arrived, the players were excited and immediately wanted to set it up and start training. Many stayed after practice to keep playing and competing with the new goals. It brought a lot of energy and motivation to our practices.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue using this equipment to build stronger skills, speed, and teamwork. Your support is helping our athletes grow and making our training environment more engaging and competitive. Thank you for investing in our team and our students.","fullyFundedDate":1735669309673,"projectUrl":"project/boosting-our-game-portable-goals-and-ag/8986509/","projectTitle":"Boosting Our Game: Portable Goals and Agility Training for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Legesse","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8072356_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y270&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1644112355841","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8072356"},{"teacherId":8072356,"projectId":9934642,"letterContent":"When the players first saw the new equipment, they were really excited. 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In addition, the school printers do not produce color or the same high-quality output that a laser printer provides. Because of your gift, we now have reliable, fast, and vibrant printing right in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThis printer saves valuable instructional time and greatly reduces frustration for both me and my students. More importantly, it allows me to provide clearer, more engaging materials that support student learning. Your generosity directly impacts the quality of instruction my students receive every single day.\r\n\r\nPlease know that your kindness is appreciated more than words can fully express. 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We have 6 drones and hope to continue to build our fleet. \r\nThank you again for the support and the support of our youth.","fullyFundedDate":1758304300597,"projectUrl":"project/launching-leaders-through-innovation/9700027/","projectTitle":"Launching Leaders Through Innovation","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Vasquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8349012_orig.jpg?crop=800,800,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668536137415","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8349012"},{"teacherId":9654055,"projectId":9500709,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom is now stocked with much-needed hand sanitizers and Kleenex. Your support has made an immediate and meaningful difference in our daily routines.\r\n\r\nDuring cold and flu season, tissues disappear quickly, and many of my students rely on school supplies for basic hygiene needs. 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Your kindness helps create a safe, comfortable environment where learning can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1763870883463,"projectUrl":"project/helping-hands-for-a-healthy-organized-cl/9500709/","projectTitle":"Helping Hands for a Healthy Organized Classroom -Keeping It Clean","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chadwick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9654055"},{"teacherId":2651274,"projectId":9602104,"letterContent":"I want to extend my most sincere thanks for your generous gift of a color printer and toner for our classroom. My students are Newcomers who have just arrived in the U.S., many of them balancing the challenge of learning English for the first time while tackling 9th-grade curriculum. They are some of the most determined, inspiring young people I have ever met, and your support provides them with the exact tools they need to succeed.\r\n\r\nFor a student who speaks little to no English, a black-and-white photocopy can sometimes be confusing or uninspiring. However, vibrant color prints change everything. Because of your donation, we are now able to:\r\n\r\nBridge Literacy Gaps: We use color-coded phonics and \"word-to-image\" translations that help students connect English vocabulary to their native language much faster.\r\n\r\nBring Lessons to Life: Our learning stations are now filled with vivid visuals and maps that make complex reading strategies accessible and engaging.\r\n\r\nCelebrate Identity: Students can now print and preserve their projects in full color, giving them a sense of pride in their work as they navigate their new lives in a new country.\r\n\r\nYour investment goes far beyond hardware. You are telling my students that their education matters and that their hard work is seen. You are helping them move from basic phonics to graduation-ready scholars.\r\n\r\nThank you for being a part of their journey and for helping me bring our classroom to life.","fullyFundedDate":1764960083167,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-ideas-to-life/9602104/","projectTitle":"Bringing Ideas to Life","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. DAcunha","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2651274"},{"teacherId":10413729,"projectId":10045109,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom through DonorsChoose. Your kindness and willingness to give make a real difference in the lives of my students each and every day. Because of you, our students have access to the resources they need to learn, grow, and feel inspired. Your donation is more than just materials, it's encouragement, opportunity, and a reminder to my students that people believe in them.\r\nWe are truly grateful for your generosity and support. Thank you for investing in our classroom and in our future. \r\n\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1771007517213,"projectUrl":"project/the-beautiful-game-benefit/10045109/","projectTitle":"The Beautiful Game Benefit","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Peña","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10413729_orig.png?crop=1002,1002,x167,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769110328343","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10413729"},{"teacherId":9173793,"projectId":9516868,"letterContent":"I am are truly grateful for your generous donation of school supplies for my classrooms. Your contributions of pencils, folders, number lines, and ink toner help ensure that our students have the tools they need to stay organized, engaged, and ready to learn each day. These essential items make a meaningful difference in supporting both teaching and learning.\r\n\r\nWe also deeply appreciate the thoughtful donations of tissues, Clorox wipes, and gummies. The tissues and wipes help us maintain a clean and healthy environment, while the gummies bring smiles and a little extra joy to our students' day. Thank you for your kindness, generosity, and continued support of our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1757514454492,"projectUrl":"project/the-beginning-of-new-chapter/9516868/","projectTitle":"The Beginning Of New Chapter","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jara","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9173793_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694649833184","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9173793"},{"teacherId":8556200,"projectId":9563423,"letterContent":"Because of your support, our Wednesday enrichment class has been amazing! Students have been using the beads to make bracelets, keychains, and other fun crafts. They are choosing colors, making patterns, and creating gifts for family and friends. Some of my students already love to create fun things in their free time, so I knew they would truly enjoy this donation. They enjoyed doing the Christmas tree keychains for they families. 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