{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Philadelphia High School for Girls","outOfStateSupporters":41.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9692381,"projectId":9606005,"letterContent":"On behalf of my entire Advanced Placement (AP) Literature class, I extend our deepest and most heartfelt gratitude for your incredible generosity. Your donation of new copies of Gloria Naylor's Mama Day and William Shakespeare's The Tempest is genuinely transformative and essential to our program. Our classroom library has been severely limited, especially in relevant, high-quality texts necessary for a rigorous college-level curriculum, meaning we often struggled to provide the diverse works required for the AP exam. Your contribution has filled a critical resource void, providing immediate access to essential texts we simply did not have before.\r\n\r\nThe ability to study these texts simultaneously is invaluable, allowing us to dive into foundational British literature with The Tempest while offering a necessary, powerful counter-narrative and diverse contemporary voice through Mama Day. This comparative study will significantly enhance our students' critical thinking skills and better prepare them for the complex essay questions on the AP exam. Thank you for investing directly in the future of our students; you have equipped them with the tools they need to succeed in their most demanding course and sparked excitement for literature that might last a lifetime.\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1756327614105,"projectUrl":"project/bring-in-gloria-naylor-and-shakespeare-a/9606005/","projectTitle":"Bring in Gloria Naylor and Shakespeare as Literary Partners!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Cohen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9692381_orig.jpg?crop=441,441,x0,y22&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750287197992","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9692381"},{"teacherId":9692381,"projectId":9746956,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support of my Senior AP Literature class. This contribution comes at a crucial time in the year and is a significant resource for what we need to accomplish.\r\n\r\nMy students are focused on maximizing their performance on the AP exam to earn college credit, and accessing these high-quality resources now allows us to dedicate focused time to refining their skills in literary analysis and complex essay writing.\r\n\r\nThe specific test prep book you funded is a resource I value greatly. It's compact and well-structured, but its primary strength is how closely it mirrors my teaching approach. It reinforces every concept and framework we cover in class, making independent study a direct and effective extension of our classroom work.\r\n\r\nThis resource levels the playing field, ensuring every senior is equally equipped with a targeted tool that builds real confidence right before the exam.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in these students. By equipping them with this focused resource, you've directly supported their final preparation for college-level work.","fullyFundedDate":1758817595579,"projectUrl":"project/essential-texts-and-supplies-for-lit-ana/9746956/","projectTitle":"Essential Texts and Supplies for Lit Analysis","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Cohen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9692381_orig.jpg?crop=441,441,x0,y22&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750287197992","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9692381"},{"teacherId":9692381,"projectId":9422713,"letterContent":"Thank you for your extraordinary gift of children's books. Your generosity provided the backbone of my unit, \"When Do the Black Girls Win?\"—a curriculum I developed through the Teachers Institute of Philadelphia at Penn. These texts weren't just add-ons; they were essential tools that allowed students to see themselves as protagonists, thinkers, and creators.\r\nWith your support, we built rich text sets for literature circles, inquiry stations, and mentor-text studies. Students analyzed craft and theme, traced representations of Black girlhood and joy, and produced their own writing in conversation with the authors you helped place in their hands. I watched confidence rise, voices strengthen, and engagement deepen.\r\nThank you for investing in books that do the quiet, daily work of changing what—and who—students believe literature is for. Your impact will ripple through this unit for years.","fullyFundedDate":1751218478403,"projectUrl":"project/when-do-the-black-girls-win/9422713/","projectTitle":"When Do the Black Girls Win?","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Cohen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9692381_orig.jpg?crop=441,441,x0,y22&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750287197992","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9692381"},{"teacherId":9692381,"projectId":9506692,"letterContent":"Thank you for sponsoring the fairy lights and colorful décor that now brighten our classroom. Your gift did far more than \"decorate\"—it changed the learning climate.\r\n\r\nBy softening harsh lighting and adding warm, predictable visual cues, the fairy lights and color zones signal safety and belonging. Students settle more quickly, transitions are calmer, and we spend more time learning because the room itself helps with regulation. \r\n\r\nWe've also set up a small \"reset\" area under the lights where students can take a brief breathing break before re-engaging. The space invites down-shifting without stigma, then a purposeful return to the task. I've noticed more students choosing to self-regulate rather than escalate, and more voices entering discussions after a moment to regroup. The girls tell me, \"It feels like we matter here.\" That's the outcome your generosity created.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in a classroom that helps students feel safe, seen, and capable. Your gift is making a measurable difference in how our students show up to learn—and in how they see themselves.","fullyFundedDate":1754428779911,"projectUrl":"project/only-the-essentials-basic-classroom-dec/9506692/","projectTitle":"Only the Essentials: Basic Classroom Decor to Spark Joy","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Cohen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9692381_orig.jpg?crop=441,441,x0,y22&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750287197992","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9692381"},{"teacherId":9692381,"projectId":9467596,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding the organizational tools for our high school classroom. Your support turned a cluttered, catch-all space into a calm, efficient workspace where students can immediately find what they need and showcase what they've created.\r\nThe new bins, folders, display boards, and supply caddies have made a visible difference every period: handouts are accessible, pencils and highlighters are always within reach, and student projects now have a dedicated place to shine. Transitions are smoother, fewer papers are lost, and we've reclaimed valuable instructional minutes each day.\r\nBeyond logistics, this project has changed the way students feel about the room. They take ownership of materials, straighten stations without being asked, and proudly post their work where peers and visitors can see it. An organized room communicates that their learning—and their voices—matter.","fullyFundedDate":1754416496659,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-classroom-and-students-get-organ/9467596/","projectTitle":"Help My Classroom and Students Get Organized!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Cohen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9692381_orig.jpg?crop=441,441,x0,y22&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750287197992","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9692381"},{"teacherId":4341336,"projectId":9627113,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our program. Gifts like yours help to keep our program operating optimally.\r\n\r\nConsumables \"consume\" a great deal of our budget. We provide everything the students require to participate in instrumental music, including instruments, lessons, reeds, rosin, bows, etc. Obviously, reeds are only ever used by one student. Reeds alone could take a significant portion of the budget.\r\n\r\nYour gift provides items that are absolutely essential for student participation. It allows me to spend money that I would have spent on consumables on other items that we need to keep the program running.\r\n\r\nWe are all very appreciative of your donation!","fullyFundedDate":1755671021179,"projectUrl":"project/c-is-for-consumables/9627113/","projectTitle":"C Is for Consumables!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. D'Alessandro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4341336_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1488902399309","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4341336"},{"teacherId":9692381,"projectId":9025160,"letterContent":"Thank you for investing in my students and our classroom. Your generosity put high-quality books and materials directly into their hands—and the impact has been immediate and meaningful.\r\nOur seniors used the college-finance guides to navigate financial aid, scholarships, and budgeting with greater confidence. Many brought the books home to read with their families, opening informed, hopeful conversations about the path to college.\r\nThe sturdy organizers you funded have transformed our space into an orderly, welcoming environment that helps students focus. And the calming, mindfulness workbooks gave students a simple five-minute reset—an accessible way to manage the very real stress of 11th and 12th grade and return to learning with clarity.\r\nBecause of you, my students feel seen, supported, and better prepared for what comes next. Thank you for believing in their potential and for making a tangible difference in their daily lives and futures.","fullyFundedDate":1743114280423,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-high-school-girls-developmen/9025160/","projectTitle":"Supporting High School Girls’ Development","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Cohen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9692381_orig.jpg?crop=441,441,x0,y22&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750287197992","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9692381"},{"teacherId":2305718,"projectId":8627781,"letterContent":"On behalf of our entire classroom, I would like to extend our most sincere thanks for your incredibly generous donation of a new printing station.\r\n\r\nThis gift is so much more than just a piece of equipment; it's a powerful tool that will transform our daily routines. The ability to print worksheets, assignments, and study materials right here in the classroom will save valuable time and allow me to be more present with the students. For the students, it means they can print their own projects, creative writing, and research papers, which gives them a greater sense of ownership and independence over their work.\r\n\r\nThis printing station will be used every day to support our learning and creativity. It directly contributes to a more efficient and dynamic classroom environment, and it is all thanks to your thoughtful contribution.","fullyFundedDate":1724274725199,"projectUrl":"project/laboratory-report-printing-station/8627781/","projectTitle":"Laboratory Report Printing Station","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Caceres","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2305718_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1486425107681","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-caceres"},{"teacherId":2305718,"projectId":7742873,"letterContent":"I am writing to extend my sincerest thanks for your recent contribution of lab materials. Your donation has already had a profound and positive effect on our science program.\r\n\r\nThe equipment you've provided is more than just an inventory of tools; it's the foundation for hands-on learning and discovery. Students will now have the chance to move beyond theoretical knowledge and engage directly with scientific principles. The beakers, test tubes, and other instruments will enable them to conduct experiments, test hypotheses, and experience the scientific process firsthand.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is directly helping to inspire the next generation of innovators. By giving our students these critical resources, you are giving them the chance to develop a genuine passion for science and problem-solving. We are incredibly grateful for your support and for your investment in our students' future.","fullyFundedDate":1693532328850,"projectUrl":"project/environmental-science-investigations/7742873/","projectTitle":"Environmental Science Investigations","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Caceres","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2305718_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1486425107681","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-caceres"},{"teacherId":2305718,"projectId":7683578,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your recent donation of lab materials. Your generosity is a catalyst for discovery in our science classrooms.\r\n\r\nThe students' excitement was immediate when they saw the new equipment. You've provided them with the physical tools they need to make science tangible. This isn't just about mixing chemicals or looking through a microscope; it's about fostering a sense of curiosity and hands-on learning that can't be replicated with a textbook.\r\n\r\nThese materials will allow our students to conduct experiments that reinforce critical concepts, helping them to develop a deeper and more lasting understanding of the scientific principles we teach. More importantly, they will get to experience the joy of asking a question and then finding the answer for themselves.","fullyFundedDate":1693143324819,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-science/7683578/","projectTitle":"Hands-on Science","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Caceres","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2305718_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1486425107681","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-caceres"},{"teacherId":2305718,"projectId":5841561,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your recent donation of lab materials. Your generosity is a catalyst for discovery in our science classrooms.\r\n\r\nThe students' excitement was immediate when they saw the new equipment. You've provided them with the physical tools they need to make science tangible. This isn't just about mixing chemicals or looking through a microscope; it's about fostering a sense of curiosity and hands-on learning that can't be replicated with a textbook.\r\n\r\nThese materials will allow our students to conduct experiments that reinforce critical concepts, helping them to develop a deeper and more lasting understanding of the scientific principles we teach. More importantly, they will get to experience the joy of asking a question and then finding the answer for themselves.","fullyFundedDate":1635187270739,"projectUrl":"project/we-are-scientists/5841561/","projectTitle":"We Are Scientists!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Caceres","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2305718_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1486425107681","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-caceres"},{"teacherId":2305718,"projectId":5748048,"letterContent":"Please accept our deepest thanks for your generous donation of lab materials. Your contribution has provided our students with the essential tools they need to bring science to life.\r\n\r\nIn our classrooms, we're constantly striving to create an environment where students don't just memorize facts, but actually do science. Your donation of beakers, test tubes, and other equipment is the key that unlocks that experience. Instead of just reading about chemical reactions in a book, our students will now be able to safely mix chemicals and observe the results firsthand. They can move from abstract concepts to tangible, hands-on learning, which is a powerful way to spark curiosity and deepen understanding.\r\n\r\nThis donation does more than just fill our supply closet; it gives our students the chance to experience the wonder of discovery and the thrill of a successful experiment. 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