{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Pittsburgh Perry High School","outOfStateSupporters":20.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1525938,"projectId":9692320,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my students. We were able to put the materials and equipment to immediate use. All my classes have fabricated one of a kind designs for them selves and also as fundraisers for the school. With our donors like you, my students would not have had this experience. \r\nWe have had a partial laser cutter set up that was donated and have been eagerly waiting for the exhaust system to complete the set up. It was amazing to get it so fast from donors like you. Using a laser cutter has allowed the student to see what commercial art can look like. \r\nThank you so much and I hope you understand the positive impact you have made in my students lives.","fullyFundedDate":1759250640987,"projectUrl":"project/the-future-is-now-digitally-fabricated/9692320/","projectTitle":"The Future is Now: Digitally Fabricated Designs for Tomorrow's Leaders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Canning","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1525938_orig.jpg?crop=648,648,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698853491095","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-canning"},{"teacherId":1932730,"projectId":9456136,"letterContent":"I want to send out a heartfelt thank you to all donors for this project. My students and I are enjoying having the resources to dive into chemistry hands-on to figure out how chemistry is part of our everyday lives. They were able to use modeling clay to show how a volcano can spew out blue flames as well as create their own Egyptian paste. We used accurate measuring skills and direction following as a basis to determine success. We explored how making a mixture of different chemicals is a physical change and then followed that up with a chemical change when the pieces were fired in the kiln. We were able to look at how the mixtures could be homogeneous or heterogeneous depending on how well they mixed their ingredients.\r\n \r\n This is my 24th year working with students in an underserved school, and it makes me feel successful when students come in at random times throughout the day to check on their projects. To see them repeatedly come back to see if their work has been returned shows me that these are meaningful experiences that will not soon be forgotten. Thank you again for supporting us as we look into everyday chemistry in art. I hope to be inspired by another project soon.","fullyFundedDate":1754492975875,"projectUrl":"project/real-life-chemistry-in-art/9456136/","projectTitle":"Real Life Chemistry in Art","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Orton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1932730_orig.jpg?crop=598,598,x40,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752158454372","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1932730"},{"teacherId":1525938,"projectId":9355362,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my classroom. I teach a very hands on busy class and we were in desperate need of new work tables and tools. My class encompasses traditional metal work as well as modern building techniques so as you can imagine, we have a lot different tools and equipment and need flexibility. Your donation has helped me create a robust studio for my students. \r\nEach day students come to class eager to excited to build an learn. In the past I didn't' have enough adequate working space to each student to have their own work station. With the additional work tables, I have enough works stations. We are doing more work than ever. \r\nPlease know that your donation has made a difference in so many kids lives.","fullyFundedDate":1750738104608,"projectUrl":"project/workspace-update/9355362/","projectTitle":"Workspace Update","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Canning","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1525938_orig.jpg?crop=648,648,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698853491095","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-canning"},{"teacherId":4926886,"projectId":9487539,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have the daily essentials that make such a difference in our classroom. The sanitizing wipes, tissues, cleaning wipes, and hand sanitizer are helping us keep our space safe and healthy so learning can stay on track.\r\n\r\nThe food items and supplies—fruit cups, juice boxes, cereal bars, cups, and paper plates—have been especially impactful. We use them for students who arrive late and miss breakfast, ensuring they can start their day ready to learn instead of being distracted by hunger. One student told me, \"I feel so much better after I eat—now I can do my work.\" Moments like that show just how powerful your support is.\r\n\r\nThe replacement calculators have also been put to good use during lessons and classroom activities. Having these new supplies on hand allows us to focus on learning without the worry of not being prepared.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, my students will continue to benefit from these resources every single day this school year. Because of you, they can walk into a classroom that is clean, welcoming and ready to meet their needs.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and making such a meaningful impact.","fullyFundedDate":1755040753678,"projectUrl":"project/clean-fed-and-ready-to-learn-supporti/9487539/","projectTitle":"Clean, Fed, and Ready to Learn: Supporting Life Skills Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dougherty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4926886_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1508857974330","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4926886"},{"teacherId":5762062,"projectId":9330957,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our classroom. We are so excited to start the school year off right. Your donations have been helping us get our store up and running to ensure for a successful start of the school year. The student's were very motivated to see all of the options they had to work towards earning. They have been working very hard to earn their points and complete their work. It is donors like you that make this possible. Thank you again for always supporting our success and future.","fullyFundedDate":1755203881598,"projectUrl":"project/positive-behavior-points/9330957/","projectTitle":"Positive Behavior Points","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5762062_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1535253186917","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5762062"},{"teacherId":4405943,"projectId":9013649,"letterContent":"Perry students are under an incredible amount of stress as they juggle school, jobs, family pressure, and the emotional burden of current events. They need a safe and healthy way to express themselves and let out their feelings. \r\n\r\nHaving materials such as table easels, paint, brushes, and canvases made the students feel great. It created an atmosphere of respect for the kids' artistic expression. All set up, with easels at every seat, palettes with paint and brushes ready to go, the Library looked incredible, and the kids' eyes lit up when they saw it. They were so excited to paint!\r\n\r\nStudents painted with so much enthusiasm, and were thrilled to take their pictures home. During the time they were painting, I didn't see one student who looked tired, stressed out, sad or angry. They were peaceful and engaged. Thank you so much for your kindness in making this experience possible for them.","fullyFundedDate":1736959688576,"projectUrl":"project/positive-painting-for-mental-health/9013649/","projectTitle":"Positive Painting for Mental Health","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. May-Stein","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4405943_orig.jpg?crop=510,510,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1619177881266","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4405943"},{"teacherId":8210433,"projectId":8377307,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity in donating to my project. Being in a hundred year old building and small classroom has its limitations, but with your donations, I was able to make our classroom much more functional. In addition, this project provided other important supplies to help us kick off our year right. My returning students were so excited to see the donations, and they have been using them all year. Thanks for providing such helpful essentials to our classroom.\r\n\r\nThis has been my best year at Perry since I started there. My 9th and 12th grade students have worked hard and really exceeded my expectations. While I'm sad that this year is nearing a close, I'm excited to build on this success next year. Thank you for contributing to what has truly been an excellent school year.","fullyFundedDate":1718718920737,"projectUrl":"project/meet-student-needs-with-important-suppli/8377307/","projectTitle":"Meet Student Needs With Important Supplies and Materials!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Floyd","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8210433_orig.jpg?crop=659,659,x185,y41&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667072237689","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8210433"},{"teacherId":1525938,"projectId":8980121,"letterContent":"I am so grateful for your generous contribution to our classroom. Thanks to your support, my students have had the opportunity to engage in some truly exciting and transformative projects. Your donation has provided resources that have not only enhanced their learning but also allowed them to express their creativity and individuality in ways I never imagined.\r\n\r\nStudents engaged in game design first by playing and designing analog games then, by moving into the digital realm. We had a great time playing, and learning through games. \r\n\r\nBut the project didn't stop there. After creating their games, we hosted game play with other students. Inviting other student into the fun. \r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we're continuing to build on these skills. Our next step is to dive into more complex game projects, using the tools and techniques they've learned to explore even more advanced concepts in digital art and craftsmanship. I am so excited to see how their creativity continues to blossom with the resources you've made possible.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and belief in my students. You've helped them gain new skills, build confidence, and express themselves in ways that are truly inspiring. We're looking forward to all the projects and moments ahead!","fullyFundedDate":1735651846298,"projectUrl":"project/game-on-building-esports-from-scratch-/8980121/","projectTitle":"Game On! Building eSports from scratch (Part 1)","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Canning","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1525938_orig.jpg?crop=648,648,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698853491095","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-canning"},{"teacherId":1525938,"projectId":8949279,"letterContent":"I am so grateful for your generous contribution to our classroom. Thanks to your support, my students have had the opportunity to engage in some truly exciting and transformative projects. Your donation has provided resources that have not only enhanced their learning but also allowed them to express their creativity and individuality in ways I never imagined.\r\n\r\nOne of the most impactful projects we worked on was creating custom jewelry and learning about electronics. Students explored circuitry and sewing all in one! \r\n\r\nBut the project didn't stop there. After creating their jewelry, we had a photoshoot where students took on roles as both photographers and models, capturing their designs in a way that was fun and empowering. It was amazing to see their confidence soar as they not only created something beautiful but also had the chance to tell their own stories through their designs and the photos they took. They were thrilled with the final results and proud of their work, which was exactly the experience I'd hoped for when we began.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we're continuing to build on these skills. Our next step is to dive into more complex design projects, using the tools and techniques they've learned to explore even more advanced concepts in digital art and craftsmanship. I am so excited to see how their creativity continues to blossom with the resources you've made possible.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and belief in my students. You've helped them gain new skills, build confidence, and express themselves in ways that are truly inspiring. We're looking forward to all the projects and moments ahead!","fullyFundedDate":1733161239262,"projectUrl":"project/there-is-a-light-that-shines-etextiles/8949279/","projectTitle":"There Is a Light That Shines - ETextiles Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Canning","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1525938_orig.jpg?crop=648,648,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698853491095","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-canning"},{"teacherId":2561002,"projectId":8770213,"letterContent":"Thank you for all the wonderful essentials needed to get through these winter months. We have a variety of stations set up to accommodate the needs of the students. One section covers the cough and cold part of winter with tissues and cough drops while others are a snack area and a disinfectant area. When it comes to cold season in a classroom, the most important essentials are hand sanitizer, tissues, disinfectant wipes, and a focus on regular handwashing to prevent the spread of germs, as these are key factors in limiting the transmission of cold and flu viruses among students and teachers. Thank you for all your support.","fullyFundedDate":1735059424762,"projectUrl":"project/essentials-needed-to-succeed/8770213/","projectTitle":"Essentials Needed to Succeed!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Weihrauch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2561002_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1451593127291","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-weihrauch"},{"teacherId":7247680,"projectId":8993157,"letterContent":"Our students feel blessed by your generosity. Their updated space has afforded them the ability to spread out and dream. They are making business plans and strategically planning how to best use the snack shack to maximize profits. The folding table has already come in handy when they need to expand outside their space to run their fundraisers. They are quite grateful not to be lugging out the bulky and heavy table from before. \r\nWe've already had a request for more of the flexible seating chairs this project purchased. There is truly a chair for everyone's needs in that space. Our student leaders will continue to learn and grow with your generous support. The development of productive student leaders takes a village and we are glad you're part of ours.","fullyFundedDate":1735664926174,"projectUrl":"project/student-office-space/8993157/","projectTitle":"Student Office Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bright","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7247680"},{"teacherId":1525938,"projectId":8885296,"letterContent":"am so grateful for your generous contribution to our classroom. Thanks to your support, my students have had the opportunity to engage in some truly exciting and transformative projects. Your donation has provided resources that have not only enhanced their learning but also allowed them to express their creativity and individuality in ways I never imagined.\r\n\r\nOne of the most impactful projects we worked on was creating custom jewelry that incorporated personal symbolism and celebrated each student's unique identity. When my students first saw the variety of acrylic and jewelry materials, their excitement was contagious! It was incredible to watch them dive into the design process, using advanced techniques in Illustrator to bring their visions to life. With the help of our new laser cutter, they were able to create professional-quality pieces that truly reflected their personalities and creativity.\r\n\r\nBut the project didn't stop there. After creating their jewelry, we had a photoshoot where students took on roles as both photographers and models, capturing their designs in a way that was fun and empowering. It was amazing to see their confidence soar as they not only created something beautiful but also had the chance to tell their own stories through their designs and the photos they took. They were thrilled with the final results and proud of their work, which was exactly the experience I'd hoped for when we began.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we're continuing to build on these skills. Our next step is to dive into more complex design projects, using the tools and techniques they've learned to explore even more advanced concepts in digital art and craftsmanship. I am so excited to see how their creativity continues to blossom with the resources you've made possible.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and belief in my students. You've helped them gain new skills, build confidence, and express themselves in ways that are truly inspiring. 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