{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Northampton Area High School","outOfStateSupporters":26.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8477827,"projectId":10286092,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my classroom project. As the year comes to a close, AP testing, SATs, and Final Exams take a toll on my Honors-level juniors. They crave a calm environment where they can rest and reset. Your donation allows students to play with fidget-like toys to relieve their stress and just simply breathe. After the year many of them have had, they deserve that moment of solace. \r\n\r\nIt is important for me to allow them this time to sit and self-reflect. They are about to embark on their senior year of high school and they are off to adulthood. Thank you for helping to allow them to remain 'little kids' for a bit longer.","fullyFundedDate":1778716197291,"projectUrl":"project/even-big-kids-need-some-stress-relief-so/10286092/","projectTitle":"Even Big Kids Need Some Stress Relief Sometimes!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ames","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8477827"},{"teacherId":10341178,"projectId":9873981,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students were able to complete a creative character analysis project that brought literature to life in our classroom. Using the donated colored pencils and poster board, students designed detailed character analysis posters that included textual evidence, thoughtful analysis, and explanations of how characters developed throughout the text. The materials allowed students to move beyond a traditional written assignment and express their understanding visually and creatively. Students carefully chose colors, symbols, illustrations, and layouts that represented important themes and character traits, making each project unique and personal.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new materials, they were excited to begin creating immediately. Many students commented that having quality supplies made the project feel more meaningful and professional. The colored pencils encouraged students to take pride in their work and spend extra time adding creative details that enhanced their analysis. During presentations, students confidently shared their posters with classmates, explaining both their literary analysis and the creative choices they made. It was wonderful to see students who are sometimes hesitant to participate become engaged and enthusiastic through the artistic component of the assignment.\r\n\r\nThese materials continue to support creativity and collaboration in our classroom as students move into future projects and presentations. We are already planning additional visual literacy and analytical activities that allow students to combine critical thinking with creativity. Your support gave students the opportunity to showcase their understanding in a hands-on and engaging way, and it helped create a classroom environment where students felt inspired to think deeply, work creatively, and take pride in their learning. Thank you for making these experiences possible for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1768583516220,"projectUrl":"project/character-analysis-fahrenheit-451/9873981/","projectTitle":"Character Analysis: Fahrenheit 451!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bendekovits","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10341178"},{"teacherId":8477827,"projectId":10233928,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity. My students are juniors who take their education very seriously. AP Exams, National Honor Society, SATs, ACTs, and preparing for their college application journey are just a few things that they focus on during 11th grade. In addition, they have jobs, are starting to drive, participate in NUMEROUS extracurricular activities and sports, volunteer, and attempt to have a social life! When it comes to class, they can get overwhelmed! Thank you so much for providing a small gift to help them alleviate some stress and make their lives a little more enjoyable!","fullyFundedDate":1778073344036,"projectUrl":"project/help-give-my-students-supplies-to-be-res/10233928/","projectTitle":"Help Give My Students Supplies to Be Resourceful Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ames","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8477827"},{"teacherId":8477827,"projectId":9967958,"letterContent":"I want to thank you for your generous donation to my students. Even though I teach high school juniors, they are still like little kids when it comes to prizes. After a quiz or an SAT practice prompt, I pull out the prize bin and their eyes light up. Little toys like the Squishies and tiny dinosaurs make them go wild! They have created little families that they collect and enjoy.\r\n\r\nYour donation helps to motivate these students and encourage them to strive for success. I genuinely appreciate your kindness and my students thank you, too.","fullyFundedDate":1770996892327,"projectUrl":"project/alleviate-stress-during-their-most-chall/9967958/","projectTitle":"Alleviate Stress During Their Most Challenging Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ames","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8477827"},{"teacherId":10341308,"projectId":9874344,"letterContent":"My students and I have been using the new resources in ways that build both motivation and community in our classroom. I use the items as rewards for participation, effort, and positive behavior, which has encouraged more students to raise their hands, contribute to discussions, and stay engaged during lessons. In addition, the resources have allowed me to quietly support any student who may be hungry or without food. If a student needs something, they can access it without attention being drawn to them, which helps maintain their dignity while ensuring their basic needs are met. Overall, the resources have become both an incentive and a meaningful support system in our classroom.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, they were beyond excited. Their faces lit up immediately, and there was a noticeable change in energy throughout the room. They asked questions about how they could earn the rewards and were genuinely appreciative that these items were available. The excitement wasn't just about receiving something—it was about feeling recognized and cared for. It created an instant boost in morale and helped foster a positive, supportive classroom atmosphere.","fullyFundedDate":1768503657102,"projectUrl":"project/10th-grade-classroom/9874344/","projectTitle":"10th Grade Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Walbert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10341308_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y185&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762358153534","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10341308"},{"teacherId":8477827,"projectId":9810324,"letterContent":"It is with immense gratitude that I write this letter. My students are over-the-moon! They absolutely adore the little prizes that you purchased for their rewards. I try to motivate students internally, of course, but everyone loves a little treat sometimes. Thus, when my students work hard on their coursework, take an assessment and score well, I reward them with a little toy. I am talking about 16 and 17-year olds here! They go wild! I could not continue this routine of rewarding my students without generous donors like you. Truly, your donation is valued more than you could ever know. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1761940188807,"projectUrl":"project/alleviate-stress-during-their-most-chall/9810324/","projectTitle":"Alleviate Stress During Their Most Challenging Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ames","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8477827"},{"teacherId":8477827,"projectId":9789080,"letterContent":"My goodness! Thank you so much for your generous contribution to my students. Even though I teach Honors and College Preparatory juniors, my students are still little kids at heart! They enjoy earning rewards when they perform well in class. These students will be going off to college soon and I like being able to provide them with little trinkets and stickers to make them smile. I can't even tell you how excited they were when they saw the little turtles! So many of them already said they are going to start studying for their next quiz so they can earn one. It's really the little things in life that make them happy and your donation has helped make this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1760020643335,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-students-alleviate-stress-during/9789080/","projectTitle":"Help My Students Alleviate Stress During Their Most Challenging Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ames","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8477827"},{"teacherId":8477827,"projectId":9389118,"letterContent":"Wow! Thank you so much for your generous contribution to my classroom. The students had a field day organizing items into the clear bins! They were thrilled! They also had fun with the new colored pens when we were annotating the text. Truly, it is the little things in life that make them happy. \r\n\r\nThey also were able to use the magnetic clips for the whiteboard during an activity in class. Each group worked on researching a historical event, conduct research, and then record their findings on a note card. They then used the clips to place the note cards on the board in chronological order. They loved that they could shift the note cards around seamlessly. Again, the little things in life!\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generosity. It certainly does not go unnoticed.","fullyFundedDate":1758805580861,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-students-focus-on-academics/9389118/","projectTitle":"Help My Students Focus on Academics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ames","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8477827"},{"teacherId":8477827,"projectId":9240672,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your generous contribution. School started on Monday and I already had students pop in to grab the dry shampoo or pick up a Bobby pin. I actually had one girl pull her friend into my room to ask for a tampon since she unexpectedly got her period. All of these instances point to the reassurance that you helped provide for these students. I even met with administration to let them know about the supplies that are available in my classroom so that they can send a student to me if anyone is in need. What a wonderful way to help children feel their very best.","fullyFundedDate":1754411592894,"projectUrl":"project/emergency-hygiene-kit/9240672/","projectTitle":"Emergency Hygiene Kit","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ames","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8477827"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_90645","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1875,"numTeachers":96,"percentFrplEligible":50,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":78,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":14,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":2,"gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"19.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":73.5,"schoolId":90645,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Northampton Area High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Northampton Area High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/pennsylvania/northampton-area-school-district/northampton-senior-high-school/90645"}