{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"William Allen High School","outOfStateSupporters":50.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5184189,"projectId":8609178,"letterContent":"Each summer, I make a list of things my classroom needs to be successful. It's not the curriculum, the resources, or the books, those things are all important and all have a specific purpose, rather it is the basic supplies. It's the things we don't always think about until we need them, the items that give us peace of mind to always have on hand that I count as the things I truly need to have a successful year. \r\n\r\nTeaching in a Title I school, many students show up without the basic supplies they need for a successful year, so ensuring I have a space they can come and those needs can be met is paramount to making sure everyone is mentally ready for the learning ahead. \r\n\r\nYour donation ensures my students have all of the classroom essentials covered for whenever they need them. Knowing they can get a pencil, grab a pack of tissues, keep themselves as germ free as possible, and even grab a notebook if they need it truly eases the burden many of them feel when they start a new year. Projects like this provide for students in so many ways, and I am so appreciative of the help in making sure my students are ready for success!","fullyFundedDate":1723206529616,"projectUrl":"project/get-mentally-ready/8609178/","projectTitle":"Get Mentally Ready!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bruno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5184189_orig.png?crop=445,445,x147,y251&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1559064853971","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/michellebruno"},{"teacherId":5184189,"projectId":8361867,"letterContent":"SEL is such an important, and often overlooked part of education. Thank you for seeing it, believing in it, and helping teachers like me fund projects to create spaces that truly foster positive SEL in the classroom. \r\n\r\nThis project truly was about creating a positive, growth mindset space for students. I wanted to create a class environment that welcomed and made students truly feel comfortable in their workspace. \r\n\r\nStudents and I discussed what they felt classrooms should have, what draws them to spaces and helps get them interested in what is going on in their classes. Many students were adamant that adding things like neon signs, lights, and other items to the walls were just as important to them as the resources and content in a class. Students reported feeling more at ease when the classroom looked like a happy, welcoming place. The neon signs in this project were all chosen by students as a representation of what SEL in the classroom means to them. \r\n\r\nThe other items are much needed basics that the students use on a daily basis. Tissues, pencils, and TPT resources are daily items for students and I cannot be more grateful that because of you, I am able to give these items to students whenever they need them.","fullyFundedDate":1715257395320,"projectUrl":"project/sel-decor-and-more/8361867/","projectTitle":"SEL, Decor, and More","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bruno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5184189_orig.png?crop=445,445,x147,y251&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1559064853971","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/michellebruno"},{"teacherId":5184189,"projectId":8129500,"letterContent":"Thank you for your help in getting some much needed supplies in the hands of my students. This time of year is really when we seem to go through supplies the fastest, and having basic things on hand to meet all the needs of my students is so important in ensuring they get the best education and have the most room for success possible. \r\n\r\nAs we work to combat cold and flu season, having essential supplies like tissues, sanitizer, and lotion mean class doesn't have to stop if someone isn't feeling well. Having individual packs of tissues is especially important because it helps to stop the spread of germs and keep everyone nice and healthy. The dehumidifier is also very helpful in keeping the air quality of the classroom where it needs to be to stop the spread of germs as well. \r\n\r\nI also truly appreciate your funding of feminine hygiene products. Period poverty is a very real problem in my school, and many of my female students appreciate knowing they can come to me for help during a sensitive time of the month and they don't have to always run to the nurse. It helps ensure they are in school more and can concentrate on their work because this is one less thing to worry about. \r\n\r\nFinally, thank you for supporting literacy for my students. Literacy development is a pillar of our education plan and getting students to read is paramount to that success. I'm proud to say the books on the list for this project were all selected by students who are very excited to read them!","fullyFundedDate":1704724111593,"projectUrl":"project/comfort-care-and-compelling-titles/8129500/","projectTitle":"Comfort, Care, and Compelling Titles","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bruno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5184189_orig.png?crop=445,445,x147,y251&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1559064853971","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/michellebruno"},{"teacherId":5184189,"projectId":7840854,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping fund my project. My students and I are truly grateful to you and for the supplies we were able to get with these funds. \r\n\r\nThe resources this project funded will not only go to help ensure my students have high-interest and engaging new resources from TPT, but the other items like the power strip and wall organizer help the class stay organized and stay connected. As we are moving into more online resources, the power adapter is especially important as it allows students to charge their devices and ensure they are ready for class each day. As always, pencils are a high need and having presharpened ones means one less step in preparation for success. \r\n\r\nI wanted to add some high-interest reads to our class library so the titles I chose came directly from student requests. My students not only read on a range of levels, they have eclectic tastes, and I wanted them to feel represented in the book selection in our classroom. Many students are really enjoying Finding Latinx, as many of them struggle with their own identity. This book gives a voice to their internal struggles and truly makes them feel seen. \r\n\r\nAgain, thank you for your generous gift and for helping my classes be a success!","fullyFundedDate":1695209572916,"projectUrl":"project/hispanic-heritage-high-interest-reads/7840854/","projectTitle":"Hispanic Heritage, High Interest Reads, and High Need Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bruno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5184189_orig.png?crop=445,445,x147,y251&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1559064853971","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/michellebruno"},{"teacherId":5184189,"projectId":7817274,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project. Because of your help, I was able to order several items for my classroom that are of high-interest of my students and they are very excited to have them! \r\n\r\nI very much appreciate being able to get a TPT gift card. TPT really does allow me to provide new and engaging resources to my students in order to meet their needs and our goals as a class. I also always appreciate being able to have pencils for everyone and not having to worry about students not having things to write with. For many of my students, knowing they don't need to worry about a pencil in here is so helpful to them and is something they greatly appreciate as well! \r\n\r\nThe books wer were able to get are also fantastic editions to the classroom. My students are very interested in personal finance, and are very into mystery novels so the books I was able to get are already being used by students! I have a wait list for a few of them because of how high-interest they are. I would not be able to provide any of these things to my students without your support.","fullyFundedDate":1694386698324,"projectUrl":"project/finance-fiction-and-fun-activities/7817274/","projectTitle":"Finance, Fiction, and Fun Activities","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bruno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5184189_orig.png?crop=445,445,x147,y251&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1559064853971","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/michellebruno"},{"teacherId":5184189,"projectId":7448138,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations to my project. Because of you, my students will be able to enjoy a reading corner and some much needed supplies to start a new year in a new space! \r\n\r\nThe saucer and rug help complete a reading corner of the classroom where students can get comfortable and with any luck, lose themselves in a good book. I want students to truly learn to love reading, and I think being comfortable is a big part in helping them become lifelong readers. \r\n\r\nI also really appreciate being able to get new supplies for my room. Tissues are always in high demand, and foam tape allows me to secure any item to any wall without it falling down. Pencils are always a necissity as well and being able to tell students they never have to worry about having one in my room really goes a long way in building a successful class community. The string lights will add a touch of personality and mood lighting to the classroom and allow us to work with the overhead lights off, creating a more comfortable atmosphere that really helps set the stage for learning. Thank you again.","fullyFundedDate":1690976755795,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-new-room-new-things/7448138/","projectTitle":"New Year, New Room, New Things","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bruno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5184189_orig.png?crop=445,445,x147,y251&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1559064853971","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/michellebruno"},{"teacherId":5184189,"projectId":7231462,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your help in funding this project! This was a big ask with lots of various items and I am so glad I am able to give them to my students because of your help! \r\n\r\nI also want to personally thank you for allowing me to include items to further my own growth and professional development in the classroom. Learning how to teach with new technologies and expanding my best practices is truly essential as a 21st century teacher and the PD books I was able to receive are invaluable in my classroom. \r\n\r\nThe bookshelf was an absolute need and the kids are already enjoying choosing books from it. I am working on organizing the books by genre and topic, so students have an easier time not only finding books that interest them, but getting out of their comfort zone as well. Being able to add more books to those shelves is also so helpful as my students do read in class weekly and many students are through their first novel and already choosing a second. Having a diverse library that can meet everyone's needs is essentuial. \r\n\r\nI also want to thank you for helping me receive a TPT gift card and other supplies that help the overall function of my classroom. I really want to create more student engagement and the materials I was able to purchase go a long way in fostering that for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1680174178559,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-books-and-professional-develo/7231462/","projectTitle":"Supplies, Books, and Professional Development, Oh My!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bruno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5184189_orig.png?crop=445,445,x147,y251&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1559064853971","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/michellebruno"},{"teacherId":5184189,"projectId":7175489,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donations to my project. Because of you, I was able to add a lot of new high-interest reads to my classroom library and get a much needed second screen for my laptop. \r\n\r\nAs teachers, we are tasked with being on top of many things at once. Having a second screen really helps to increase productivity and helps me provide more support to my students without sacrificing any of the other facets of my job. The second screen can also connect to student Chromebooks, so students who may need extra help, need a closer look at notes, etc, can hook the screen to their laptops to receive more personalized support. \r\n\r\nThe books on the project were chosen based off student interest and having discussions with my students on the kinds of books they wanted to read in their classroom. The books represent various interests and reading levels of my students, who are very excited to begin reading them. Thank you again for your help!","fullyFundedDate":1676571556838,"projectUrl":"project/high-interest-reads-and-visibility/7175489/","projectTitle":"High Interest Reads and Visibility","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bruno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5184189_orig.png?crop=445,445,x147,y251&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1559064853971","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/michellebruno"},{"teacherId":5184189,"projectId":7343551,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for giving to this project. Your support means everything to me and my students. Being able to have good resources for class really does prep us for success! The resources I was able to get from this project serve all of my students, and they are able to truly be successful when using them. \r\n\r\nFrom the papermate pens (because notes are more fun when you can take them in color!), to the True Crime anthologies, my students have greatly benefitted from this project. Many of them are visual learners, and things like color go a long way in helping them retain information. Being able to use flair pens to write has made a huge difference for many of my students, and instead of not wanting to take notes, students try to get here early in order to get their favorite color to write with. It's these little things that can go a long way in helping a student be successful. \r\n\r\nThey also really love the True Crime books and the resources I was able to purchase with my TPT gift card. True Crime is a high interest topic, and has been the basis of a research project. My students are actively engaged in the reading and research of their cases, and truly enjoy using the books from this project.","fullyFundedDate":1685474751720,"projectUrl":"project/prepped-for-success/7343551/","projectTitle":"Prepped for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bruno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5184189_orig.png?crop=445,445,x147,y251&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1559064853971","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/michellebruno"},{"teacherId":5184189,"projectId":7284185,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generousity in giving to our project. Because of you, my students have been able to get some much needed basic suppies for our classroom. \r\n\r\nTwo items we use a lot are pencils and tissues. Students constantly need both! Having presharpened pencils means less time standing at the sharpener and more time working. It also means students don't need to feel stuck for not having a writing instrument. Tissues are an absolute necessity and being able to provide individual packs means students are not constantly getting up to get more tissues, and the resource lasts longer. Students also feel personally helped when they are able to take a little pack for themselves. This personal touch means the world to them. \r\n\r\nHaving access to things like colored paper is great for the projects we do in class. My students are very visual learners, so being able to color code projects and assignments for different classes helps everyone remember their work and provides a visual cue for students who need it most.","fullyFundedDate":1682890509659,"projectUrl":"project/just-the-basics/7284185/","projectTitle":"Just the Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bruno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5184189_orig.png?crop=445,445,x147,y251&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1559064853971","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/michellebruno"},{"teacherId":1120394,"projectId":9786197,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of the high-powered pencil sharpener and the large cardstock paper for our classroom. These supplies arrived at the perfect time and have already made a significant impact on our daily productivity. Having a reliable, heavy-duty sharpener has been an absolute lifesaver while supporting 130 students as they work through the demanding process of drafting and revising their five-paragraph essays. It has eliminated the frustration of broken leads and long lines, allowing my students to stay focused on their writing and academic goals.\r\n\r\nThe cardstock has also been a wonderful addition to our creative curriculum. We recently utilized it for our Rune alphabet name-writing project, and the quality of the paper allowed the students to produce beautiful, durable work they were proud to display. Your support provides more than just physical tools; it creates an environment where students feel equipped and inspired to succeed. We are truly grateful for your investment in our classroom and for your commitment to supporting student learning.","fullyFundedDate":1761658586762,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-our-students-and-their-pencils-s/9786197/","projectTitle":"Keeping Our Students and their Pencils Sharp!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. BLYTH","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1120394"},{"teacherId":7603999,"projectId":9198069,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to this project. I have now completed my first challenge - Back to Books - and have had my first winner! She was amazed at the variety of prizes available and that is only possible because of all of you!\r\n\r\nShe decided on an Owala water bottle and immediately decorated it with \"I love reading\" stickers! 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