{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Murell Dobbins Career Technical Education High School","outOfStateSupporters":35.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9471042,"projectId":9862857,"letterContent":"I am writing to share the incredible impact your generosity has had on our classroom. Because of you, \"The Caffeine and Kindness Cart\" is no longer just an idea—it is a thriving, mobile hub of inclusion and vocational training for my students.\r\n\r\nHow We Are Using the Resources\r\nThe keurig machine and supplies are being used as a \"live lab\" for my students to practice functional life skills. Each morning, students take on specific roles: the \"Barista\" (following multi-step recipes to prep drinks), the \"Accountant\" (managing the mock-currency and inventory), and the \"Ambassador\" (practicing social scripts and professional greetings).\r\n\r\nA Standout Moment: Just last week, one of my students, who typically struggles with social anxiety, took the lead on the cart. Armed with his new apron and the professional-grade supplies you provided, he navigated the hallway with a huge smile, successfully delivering a \"Kindness Cup\" to the Assistant Principal. Seeing his confidence soar from \"student\" to \"professional\" was a moment I'll never forget.\r\n\r\nThe Grand Reveal\r\nWhen the boxes first arrived, the classroom felt like a holiday morning! The students were mesmerized by the sleekness of the equipment. One student ran his hand over the new cart and said, \"Wait, people we don't even know bought this for us?\" It was a powerful lesson in community support. They didn't just see coffee supplies; they saw that the world believes in their potential.","fullyFundedDate":1768402158119,"projectUrl":"project/the-caffeine-and-kindness-cart/9862857/","projectTitle":"The Caffeine and Kindness Cart","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9471042_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754967189330","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/naylah-williams"},{"teacherId":6624900,"projectId":9516125,"letterContent":"In our classroom, the addition of punching bags has become a transformative tool for emotional regulation and stress relief. High-energy environments can often lead to feelings of overwhelm, but having a dedicated physical outlet allows students to channel their frustrations in a constructive way. Instead of letting tension build up, students can take a brief \"reset\" break to engage with the bags, helping them release pent-up energy and clear their minds. This physical activity triggers the release of endorphins, naturally lowering stress levels and making it much easier for them to transition back into a focused state of learning.\r\n\r\nThe impact on our classroom culture has been profound, as the bags serve as a tangible reminder that managing one's mental health is a priority. I've observed a significant decrease in verbal outbursts and restless behavior since we integrated this equipment. By providing a safe space for physical expression, students are learning the vital skill of self-awareness—recognizing when they are becoming \"dysregulated\" and taking proactive steps to calm themselves. It has turned our room into a more supportive environment where students feel empowered to handle their big emotions without fear of judgment.\r\n\r\nNone of this would have been possible without the incredible generosity of the donors who funded this project. Purchasing high-quality, durable athletic equipment is often outside the scope of a standard classroom budget, and these contributions bridged that gap. Because of these donations, my students now have access to resources that directly support their well-being and academic success. This gift has done more than just provide \"material\"—it has sent a powerful message to my students that their community cares about their comfort and is invested in their growth.","fullyFundedDate":1762595185677,"projectUrl":"project/relieve-stress-from-my-desk/9516125/","projectTitle":"Relieve Stress From My Desk","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Thomia West","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6624900_orig.jpg?crop=2264,2264,x0,y30&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572016218484","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6624900"},{"teacherId":7830363,"projectId":10137416,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our Super Softball Seniors! We were so excited to open these supplies. The students are printing out pictures and putting them in the frames to decorate their bedrooms and our school hallways. All of the softball swag is going to help us to bring our school spirit to life! \r\nWe were thrilled to open our donations to prepare gift bags and thank you cards to our donors. Our season is kicking off strong with students motivated to learn the game and to be dedicated to our practice time.","fullyFundedDate":1773438540754,"projectUrl":"project/softball-seniors-strive-for-success/10137416/","projectTitle":"Softball Seniors Strive for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Culp","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7830363_orig.jpg?crop=1380,1380,x645,y725&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1620234331983","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miss-culp"},{"teacherId":10099002,"projectId":9756384,"letterContent":"When the boxes finally arrived, the energy in the room shifted instantly. My students who often struggle with the transition into a long, demanding school day were buzzing with a focused curiosity I rarely see. One student, who typically keeps his hood up and eyes down, actually stepped forward to help me unpack the materials. Seeing their faces light up wasn't just about the \"new stuff\"; it was the realization that someone they've never met cared enough about their success to send these materials. They felt seen, and in a high school setting, that is half the battle. We are currently using these resources to navigate our 90-minute blocks each day. \r\n\r\nThese resources have transformed our room from a place of high-stress \"survival\" into a functional space for genuine learning. Because of your generosity, my students are learning the most important life skill of all; how to advocate for their own needs and regulate their emotions. You haven't just provided \"supplies\"; you've provided the scaffolding they need to stay in the room and keep growing. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for believing in these kids and helping them realize they are capable of tackling anything the school day throws at them.","fullyFundedDate":1766940406906,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-our-future/9756384/","projectTitle":"Fueling Our Future","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Graham (Mama Graham)","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10099002_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753808489183","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10099002"},{"teacherId":7830363,"projectId":10010651,"letterContent":"We are starting our season just this week and can't wait to use our new equipment! We are so lucky that you donated new gloves, first aid kit, socks and visors for our team. Students did an unboxing and were so excited to stock our closet.\r\n\r\n\r\nWe have been able to practice everyday after school with snacks and water bottles to makes sure we are ready to go. \r\n\r\nAccess to sports can help students make better decisions at school. We are building our basic skills and starting to form a strong team. Our first game is March 16th and we hope to see you there!","fullyFundedDate":1768445205307,"projectUrl":"project/super-softball-scholars/10010651/","projectTitle":"Super Softball Scholars","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Culp","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7830363_orig.jpg?crop=1380,1380,x645,y725&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1620234331983","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miss-culp"},{"teacherId":10302308,"projectId":9794127,"letterContent":"Thank you all for your donations for these snacks and treats for the children from this donors choose fundraiser. Although the students I work with come to me everyday bragging about their new jobs and other major achievements in their lives, they still enjoy the simplicity of child like rewards for classroom participation. Being able to rewards the children with sweets and snacks for simple classroom competitions have changed classroom participation for me greatly. Thank you again to everyone who helped fund this donation.","fullyFundedDate":1765205054647,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-instruments/9794127/","projectTitle":"Classroom Instruments","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Bynum","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10302308_orig.jpg?crop=895,895,x648,y772&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759755876106","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10302308"},{"teacherId":7830363,"projectId":9786682,"letterContent":"It is a hard part of the lesson when you hear \"Miss....my Chromebook died!\" and you have to stop what you're doing to find an extra one around. After this project, we had access to plenty of chargers and now we are learning how to use our technology responsibly. Students are used to the routine of charging their devices at our brand new charging station. \r\nOur lessons go much smoother and students are able to use their technology for more activities. The skill of responsible technology use is crucial to our students as they enter their last few years of high school.","fullyFundedDate":1760305524011,"projectUrl":"project/tech-for-teens/9786682/","projectTitle":"Tech for Teens","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Culp","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7830363_orig.jpg?crop=1380,1380,x645,y725&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1620234331983","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miss-culp"},{"teacherId":7830363,"projectId":9616987,"letterContent":"My students are so grateful for your donation to personal care items. We utilized the deodorants, chapsticks and feminine products. Each student was so excited to be able to have access to these during the school day. It makes them much calmer to know what they have when they are without something. \r\nBuilding student confidence is crucial to allowing them to be ready for class. Our bodies and minds are ready for school when we have everything we need to be successful. We are so fortunate to have good donors to support our mission.","fullyFundedDate":1758828802851,"projectUrl":"project/personal-care-for-success/9616987/","projectTitle":"Personal Care for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Culp","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7830363_orig.jpg?crop=1380,1380,x645,y725&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1620234331983","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miss-culp"},{"teacherId":5501767,"projectId":9732246,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contributions to my classroom this year. High school is such an important and precarious time; students are doing their best to focus on their academics, clubs and athletics, all while balancing friends, work, family and making plans for their future. Often the smallest things, like not having a pencil, or realizing you forgot to put on deodorant, can be the difference in whether a student has a successful day. \r\nWith your support, my classroom has so many of the daily basics we often take for granted. Students have been more focused, and are able to casually help themselves to any needed supplies, knowing that they don't have to be embarrassed or distracted by the need. \r\nI am also excited to have a book club in the spring! The books your donations brought in to my classroom are fantastic; a few students have already been asking what certain covers are about!","fullyFundedDate":1758806666015,"projectUrl":"project/mxs-best-english-classroom/9732246/","projectTitle":"Mx.'s Best English Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Sheppard-Matsuo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5501767_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537375866859","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5501767"},{"teacherId":9471042,"projectId":9565648,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support! Our project, \"A Little Something Extra,\" is already transforming the classroom into a dynamic learning lab. The most exciting new element for my students is the seamless blend of digital and physical exploration. They are now routinely using the new iPad and headphones to watch an educational video about the solar system (from \"The Fascinating Science Book\"), and immediately following up by building a 3D model of a planet using the magnetic tiles. This multi-step process gives them the power of digital research alongside the tangible satisfaction of constructing a model—a truly powerful way to cement their understanding.","fullyFundedDate":1758202918619,"projectUrl":"project/a-little-something-extra/9565648/","projectTitle":"A Little Something Extra","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9471042_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754967189330","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/naylah-williams"},{"teacherId":9471042,"projectId":9565325,"letterContent":"Thank you for fueling our \"Beyond the Book\" initiative! The moment the new resources arrived, the entire classroom buzzed with anticipation. While all the materials are being put to great use, the most exciting new product for our students is simply the power to create. They quickly discovered that the magnetic tiles and Play-Doh weren't just for building physical structures; they were models to be enhanced by digital tools. It has opened up a world where they can learn about the solar system using the viewer, and then instantly research new facts on the iPad, making their learning personalized and immediate.\r\n\r\nFor donors unfamiliar with classroom technology, it's important to know that the new equipment isn't just for playing games—it's about personalized instruction and digital citizenship. For example, when we research a topic, the individual headphones allow each student to access information at their own pace, accommodating different learning styles and reading levels without disrupting their classmates. The technology helps us move past simple memorization and into critical thinking; students use the iPad to analyze sources, create multimedia presentations, and develop the digital literacy skills essential for their future.","fullyFundedDate":1757526070411,"projectUrl":"project/beyond-the-book-a-21st-century-learning/9565325/","projectTitle":"Beyond the Book: A 21st-Century Learning Adventure","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9471042_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754967189330","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/naylah-williams"},{"teacherId":9471042,"projectId":9565084,"letterContent":"We are thrilled to share the amazing impact your generosity has had on our classroom! The moment the boxes arrived, my students' faces were a mixture of awe and pure joy. Seeing the magnetic blocks, Play-Doh, and candy alongside the sensory tools and new book sets immediately sparked a palpable energy—they knew this was going to be a year of building and discovering.\r\n\r\nThe centerpiece of our success has been \"The Edible Engineering Challenge.\" Using the Skittles and M&M's as connectors and payloads, my students, now certified junior engineers, have been working in teams to design structures that can withstand maximum pressure. This hands-on project has taught them fundamental principles of physics and teamwork in the most memorable way possible. Critically, the sensory tools and feelings charts have created a powerful foundation for this learning. They provide students with the ability to self-regulate and manage the excitement (or frustration!) of a tough challenge, allowing them to collaborate more effectively and stay focused.","fullyFundedDate":1758895803107,"projectUrl":"project/the-edible-engineering-challenge/9565084/","projectTitle":"The Edible Engineering Challenge","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9471042_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754967189330","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/naylah-williams"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_90789","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":581,"numTeachers":29,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":89,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":6,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"20.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":65.0,"schoolId":90789,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Murell Dobbins Career Technical Education High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Murell Dobbins Career Technical Education High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/pennsylvania/philadelphia-city-school-district/murell-dobbins-avts/90789"}