{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Juniata Valley Junior Senior High School","outOfStateSupporters":43.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9690256,"projectId":9903230,"letterContent":"We greatly appreciate your generosity which has allowed us to have supplies in our classroom that we would not be able to acquire without your help. \r\n\r\nThe graphing calculators have allowed our students the opportunity to use advanced technology to analyze and graph their statistical data, algebra functions, linear regressions and more. The large magnetic dry erase boards allow students the opportunity to graph functions at the board with partners allowing collaboration and classroom input. The additional rulers have been very helpful in graphing and measuring. The fridge magnets are especially useful for dot plots representing class data in statistics class. \r\n\r\nThank you for deciding to invest in the students math classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1770828896037,"projectUrl":"project/graphing-tools-for-all/9903230/","projectTitle":"Graphing Tools for All!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rodkey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9690256_orig.jpg?crop=492,491,x0,y211&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742509691041","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9690256"},{"teacherId":9719365,"projectId":10041886,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for this generous donation. My students have been able to use the extra clothing and hygiene products that I bought with the funds. I have a closet in the nurse office for anyone that may need anything throughout the day, whether it be an accident, someone falling and ripping their clothes, a spill at lunch, or an accident due to the girls time of the month. These students know they do not have to go all day and suffer through wearing the soiled clothes they are in. They are more than grateful when I show them the stash we accumulated to help them when they need it. I have a young mother who struggles to keep up with her hygiene at home when she cares for her baby, but she always has the time at school to come in and freshen up and get the items she needs to feel her best self. Thank you SO MUCH for your help with this cause.","fullyFundedDate":1768835460606,"projectUrl":"project/helping-hands/10041886/","projectTitle":"Helping Hands","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Butler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9719365"},{"teacherId":7487456,"projectId":10052952,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation. Because of your donation our students are hydrated throughout the school day, which is very important with the number of students we have involved in athletics. These types of drinks can be very pricey for some families and some families do not have the funds to purchase them for their kids. But because of you our kids have them for free which is awesome. Thanks again, the students were so happy when they saw them and they come get a drink throughout the school day and after school as well.","fullyFundedDate":1769361903886,"projectUrl":"project/hydrate-the-body-mind-and-eyes/10052952/","projectTitle":"Hydrate the Body, Mind, and Eyes","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7487456"},{"teacherId":7154933,"projectId":10087242,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation. Our students are using the new fidgets to make care packages for students at the local teen counseling center. They were super excited when they saw the items because they know how fidget toys help with anxiety by providing tactile stimulation that redirects nervous energy, grounds the mind in the present moment, and calms the nervous system. They act as a, \"displacement behavior,\" offering a repetitive, soothing action that reduces stress and improves focus in children. After our students finish making up the gift bag care packages, they will deliver them to the counseling center for their child patients to use.","fullyFundedDate":1774369728901,"projectUrl":"project/squishy-fun/10087242/","projectTitle":"Squishy Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Beach","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7154933_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1583348582078","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7154933"},{"teacherId":9680019,"projectId":10088071,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project. Because of you, my students were able to take their learning beyond the classroom and make a meaningful impact in our community.\r\n\r\nUsing the resources you helped provide, my students created 24 birthday kits to donate to our local food pantry. Each kit included everything needed to celebrate a special day, ensuring that families facing difficult times can still experience the joy of a birthday celebration. In addition, we assembled and distributed farmer baskets to 25 local farm families as a way to show appreciation and support for their hard work and dedication.\r\n\r\nThis project became a powerful, hands-on learning experience. Students worked together to plan, organize, and assemble each item, building teamwork and communication skills along the way. One memorable moment was watching students carefully pack the birthday kits, making sure each one was complete—they truly understood the importance of their work and the impact it would have on others.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, students were excited and immediately engaged. They were eager to get started and took great pride in knowing they were helping real people in their own community. Their enthusiasm carried throughout the entire project.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we plan to continue building on this spirit of service. Students are already discussing new ideas for community outreach projects and ways they can continue to support local families and agricultural communities. These experiences are helping them grow not only as students, but as compassionate and responsible individuals.\r\n\r\nYour generosity made all of this possible. Thank you for helping us create opportunities for students to learn through service and make a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1772549936955,"projectUrl":"project/farmer-baskets-and-birthday-kits/10088071/","projectTitle":"Farmer Baskets and Birthday Kits","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Russell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9680019_orig.jpg?crop=576,576,x1168,y632&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723754109450","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9680019"},{"teacherId":9782029,"projectId":10044486,"letterContent":"The items in this project have made a huge impact on the students in my classroom. The students I work with are either on the Autism spectrum, have emotional disturbances, or both. They all struggle with sensory integration and regulation. The items bought aid in their success throughout their everyday at school. Not only have we seen an increase in emotional regulation and behaviors but also in academic success because they have an outlet.\r\n\r\nThis project has allowed the students to have a safe place where they can be themselves and regroup.","fullyFundedDate":1769000176392,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-room-for-mental-health/10044486/","projectTitle":"Sensory Room for Mental Health","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ritchey-Laukaitis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9782029_orig.jpg?crop=1075,1075,x422,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1774363958038","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9782029"},{"teacherId":9782029,"projectId":9910402,"letterContent":"This project has allowed my students to grow in ways that I never though possible! They are utilizing our new sensory room daily! \r\nWhen my students first saw the new materials they were so excited to use them! \r\nWe intend to use this room whenever possible and whenever needed. The students love it so much and have so much fun in the space. Their favorite part is simply having a place to relax and unwind when feeling stressed or overwhelmed. \r\nI want to thank all that donated again for the huge impact you've made on our classroom and school.","fullyFundedDate":1764170643763,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-friendly-room/9910402/","projectTitle":"Sensory Friendly Room","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ritchey-Laukaitis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9782029_orig.jpg?crop=1075,1075,x422,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1774363958038","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9782029"},{"teacherId":7662930,"projectId":10041832,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students and school community, I want to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation. Because of your kindness, we were able to purchase much-needed food, warm blankets, clothing, socks, and hats for our students.\r\nYour support has made a meaningful difference in the lives of many young people. These items not only provide comfort and warmth, but also help our students feel cared for and ready to focus on their learning each day. For some, these essentials can be life-changing during difficult times.\r\nWe are truly grateful for your compassion and willingness to support our students. Your generosity reminds us that we are part of a caring community that looks out for one another.\r\nThank you again for making such a positive impact.","fullyFundedDate":1768831870341,"projectUrl":"project/warm-safe-and-nourished/10041832/","projectTitle":"Warm, Safe and Nourished!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Musser","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7662930_orig.jpg?crop=900,900,x0,y180&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723896714632","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7662930"},{"teacherId":1268716,"projectId":10090620,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through your generous donation. Because of you, my students were able to experience early American history in a way that was engaging, accessible, and meaningful.\r\n\r\nWith Blood on the River: Jamestown 1607 and A Break with Charity, students explored two pivotal moments in American history—the founding of Jamestown and the Salem Witch Trials—through the eyes of young narrators they could relate to. Instead of feeling overwhelmed by unfamiliar language and dense primary texts, students were able to build historical understanding through clear, compelling storytelling. \r\n\r\nBecause these books were written at an appropriate reading level, my struggling readers were able to access the content with confidence. This made a tremendous difference compared to our previous study of these topics. Students who often hesitate to participate became more willing to read, discuss, and share their ideas. Their reading stamina improved, and they were better able to make connections, ask questions, and engage in thoughtful conversations.\r\n\r\nThese texts also helped strengthen essential literacy skills. Students expanded their vocabulary, practiced comprehension strategies, and developed the ability to analyze characters and historical events. Most importantly, they began to see themselves as capable readers.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my students experienced success, built confidence, and connected with the past in powerful ways.","fullyFundedDate":1773834261705,"projectUrl":"project/liberty-literacy-bringing-american-li/10090620/","projectTitle":"Liberty & Literacy: Bringing American Literature to Life","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Heeter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1268716"},{"teacherId":1268716,"projectId":10112426,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our National Honor Society's Adopt-a-Highway Clean-Up Initiative. Because of your generosity, our students were able to turn their commitment to service into meaningful, hands-on action that made a visible difference in our community.\r\nWith the safety vests and grabbers you provided, students were able to work safely along our adopted highway. The vests were essential in ensuring students remained visible to traffic, while the grabbers allowed them to collect litter efficiently and hygienically. Equipped with the right tools, students were empowered to participate in meaningful, hands on work in their community.\r\nThroughout this experience, students developed a deeper understanding of environmental stewardship as they saw firsthand how everyday waste impacts wildlife, waterways, and public spaces. Many were surprised by the volume and types of trash collected, which sparked important conversations about sustainability and personal responsibility.\r\nBeyond environmental awareness, this project strengthened students' leadership and organizational skills. NHS members planned the clean-up, coordinated teams, and ensured safety procedures were followed. They practiced communication, teamwork, and problem-solving in a real-world setting—skills that extend far beyond the classroom.\r\nMost importantly, students experienced the true impact of community service. They took pride in transforming a neglected space into a cleaner, safer environment for drivers, pedestrians, and local residents. \r\nYour donation made all of this possible. Because of you, our students didn't just learn about service—they lived it. And thanks to the reusable materials, this impact will continue for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1773424368015,"projectUrl":"project/safety-in-service-protecting-the-envir/10112426/","projectTitle":"Safety in Service: Protecting the Environment & our Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Heeter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1268716"},{"teacherId":9708972,"projectId":10042046,"letterContent":"Your thoughtful belief in supporting students' needs and your generosity to give has put a smile on many of my students' faces, which has improved my day as well. Students enjoyed snacking on the pop-tarts, expressing their thanks and excitement over snacks.\r\nThanks to your thoughtfulness, I was able to provide students with a variety of basic things they might need and not have access to.\r\nWhen students' needs are met, they are better energized and more able to focus on their studies. Having the support to be able to provide basic things like snacks and healthcare items allows me to focus on their learning as well.\r\nYour support and kindness is much appreciated by both the students and myself!","fullyFundedDate":1768848854890,"projectUrl":"project/caring-in-the-cold/10042046/","projectTitle":"Caring in the Cold","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Markle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9708972"},{"teacherId":10340339,"projectId":10090861,"letterContent":"A well-chosen novel can capture students' attention and make them excited about reading. It can transform a classroom by making learning more meaningful and interactive. This is what Divergent has brought to our classroom.\r\n\r\nDivergent is a story that has relatable characters and interesting conflicts. Our students have become motivated to participate in discussions, complete assignments, and think deeply about the text. Through the experiences of characters of Tris, Four, and others, students have learned to see the world from different perspectives. 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