{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Riverview Junior Senior High School","outOfStateSupporters":20.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2511672,"projectId":9207656,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have the materials they need to fully experience Dungeons & Dragons in our school's gaming club. When they first saw the rulebooks, dice, and battle maps, they were eager to dive in, flipping through the pages and discussing character ideas. Having these resources has made it much easier for them to learn the game, stay organized, and engage more fully in the storytelling and problem-solving that D&D encourages.\r\n\r\nWe've been using the materials to run structured adventures, allowing students to collaborate as they navigate challenges, make decisions as a team, and think critically about their next moves. Many are still learning the mechanics of the game, but they are already showing improvement in communication, strategic thinking, and creativity. The battle maps have helped them visualize encounters, and the physical dice sets have made gameplay smoother and more engaging.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, students will continue building their skills, and I hope that some will eventually take on the role of Dungeon Master. Your support has provided them with an opportunity to explore a new hobby, develop valuable skills, and connect with their peers in a meaningful way. Thank you for making this possible—we truly appreciate it.","fullyFundedDate":1742947313345,"projectUrl":"project/roll-for-initiative-unleashing-creativi/9207656/","projectTitle":"Roll for Initiative: Unleashing Creativity, Teamwork, and Problem-Solving","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Capsambelis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mcapsambelis"},{"teacherId":3971411,"projectId":8978027,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our Learning Skills to Sell at Farmers Market project has provided students with invaluable hands-on experience in entrepreneurship, communication, and financial literacy. Through this initiative, students learned how to prepare, package, and market products, gaining real-world skills that will benefit them beyond the classroom. By participating in the farmers market, they developed confidence in engaging with customers, handling transactions, and understanding the importance of quality and presentation in sales.\r\n\r\nBeyond business skills, this project fostered a sense of responsibility and teamwork. Students worked together to create products, manage inventory, and set up their market booth, strengthening their problem-solving and collaboration abilities. The experience also helped them recognize the value of local economies, sustainability, and community engagement, reinforcing lessons about ethical business practices and the importance of supporting small businesses.\r\n\r\nThe impact of this project goes far beyond a single market day—these students are now equipped with skills that will serve them for a lifetime. Whether they pursue careers in business, agriculture, or other fields, they have gained confidence, independence, and an entrepreneurial mindset. Your support has helped empower them with practical knowledge and real-world experience, proving that education extends far beyond the walls of a classroom. Thank you for making this opportunity possible!","fullyFundedDate":1733273290679,"projectUrl":"project/learning-skills-to-sell-at-farmers-marke/8978027/","projectTitle":"Learning Skills To Sell At Farmers Market","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. MacConnell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3971411_orig.jpg?crop=1062,1062,x656,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1637714180303","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3971411"},{"teacherId":3971411,"projectId":8862711,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity and enthusiasm, our Compost Your Waste...or Feed It to the Worms project has made a significant impact on both our school and the environment! Through this initiative, we have successfully fed nearly 20 pounds of food scraps to our worms, allowing them to break down waste into nutrient-rich compost. This process not only reduces landfill waste but also creates valuable soil amendments that can be used to enrich gardens and green spaces.\r\n\r\nIn addition to our vermicomposting efforts, we have repurposed 60 pounds of food waste by feeding it to chickens, providing them with a natural and sustainable food source. This has not only reduced waste but also supported responsible animal care and agricultural sustainability. On top of that, we have directly composted 10 pounds of organic material, keeping even more waste out of landfills while fostering a greater understanding of environmental responsibility among our students.\r\n\r\nThis project has been a powerful learning experience for everyone involved. Students have gained hands-on experience in sustainability, food waste reduction, and ecosystem balance, all while making a tangible difference in their community. Your support has helped us build a greener future, proving that small changes can lead to a big environmental impact. Thank you for being part of this journey and for investing in sustainability and education!","fullyFundedDate":1730422253495,"projectUrl":"project/compost-your-wasteor-feed-it-to-the-w/8862711/","projectTitle":"Compost Your Waste...or Feed It to the Worms","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. MacConnell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3971411_orig.jpg?crop=1062,1062,x656,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1637714180303","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3971411"},{"teacherId":3971411,"projectId":8850190,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity and enthusiasm, our Get Messy to Support Clean Water fundraiser was a tremendous success! Through your donations and participation, we were able to raise crucial funds to help build clean drinking wells in communities across Africa. Your support means that families who once struggled with limited access to safe water will now have a sustainable source for drinking, cooking, and daily needs. This is more than just a fundraiser—it's a life-changing effort that will improve health, education, and overall well-being for countless individuals.\r\n\r\nBeyond the incredible impact on global clean water initiatives, this project also inspired our students and community to take action for a cause bigger than themselves. Seeing students come together—laughing, learning, and getting messy for a purpose—was a powerful reminder that small efforts can create lasting change. Our Key Club members embraced leadership and service, demonstrating that when we work together, we can tackle critical global issues with creativity and passion.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for every person who supported this event, whether by donating, volunteering, or spreading awareness. Your generosity has provided hope, health, and opportunity to communities in need. Thank you for being part of this journey and for making the world a cleaner, safer, and more compassionate place—one well at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1728077315945,"projectUrl":"project/get-messy-to-support-clean-water/8850190/","projectTitle":"Get Messy to Support Clean Water","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. MacConnell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3971411_orig.jpg?crop=1062,1062,x656,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1637714180303","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3971411"},{"teacherId":8984731,"projectId":8882142,"letterContent":"As I write this Impact Letter, I'm looking around my room at the amazing creations my students have built with the materials donated from your generosity. Each and every one of the building kits I purchased with the donated funds has allowed my students to build prototypes of their sustainable houses with more detail and ease than using cardboard pieces. On behalf of my students, thank you for your donation!\r\n\r\nThe houses my students design need to include a sustainable method for obtaining water, use of sustainable building materials, and a garden. Because of the materials I received through DonorsChoose, my students have choice in the materials they use to build their designs. The shapes and sizes of the donated materials allow for creativity that we didn't have when our only materials were cardboard boxes. The students enthusiasm for the project has improved now that they have easy-to-use materials. \r\n\r\nThank you for allowing my students to bring their sustainable house to life through materials that encourage creativity!","fullyFundedDate":1736369375544,"projectUrl":"project/sustainable-house-design-prototype-mat/8882142/","projectTitle":"Sustainable House Design - Prototype Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reck","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8984731_orig.jpg?crop=1090,1090,x0,y123&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678817953854","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8984731"},{"teacherId":9825635,"projectId":8918894,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students and staff at Riverview Junior-Senior High School in Oakmont, PA, we extend our sincerest gratitude for your generous support of our Mental Health Project.\r\n\r\nYour contribution enabled us to provide essential hygiene items such as body wash, deodorant, and toothpaste, along with a variety of nourishing snacks. These items were crucial in creating \"head to toe\" gift bags for students who might otherwise go without presents during the holiday season.\r\n\r\nBeyond the tangible gifts, this project had a profound impact on our students' well-being. Knowing that their basic needs were met provided a sense of security and dignity, fostering a more positive and supportive learning environment.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for helping us create a brighter holiday season. Your generosity has made a real difference in their lives.","fullyFundedDate":1731097333266,"projectUrl":"project/teachers-for-students-mental-health-and/8918894/","projectTitle":"Teachers for Student's Mental Health and Cleanliness","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walsh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9825635"},{"teacherId":9811884,"projectId":8895433,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your help filling our baskets this holiday season. Each year, we fundraise all year around in order to create baskets to help the most in need in our community. The baskets include items usually found at a holiday dinner table, including a turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, corn, carrots, green beans, cranberry sauce and an apple pie. \r\nWe also include items such as soups, macaroni and cheese and oatmeals as supplemental items for the recipients to have as well. This year, we weren't able to attend all of our fundraising events, leaving us behind on our goal and struggling to catch up. \r\nYour items got us closer to where we needed to be and helped so many families. Thank you again for your kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1729790921932,"projectUrl":"project/holiday-dinner-baskets-for-students-stru/8895433/","projectTitle":"Holiday Dinner Baskets For Students Struggling With Food Insecurity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Skurka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9811884"},{"teacherId":9787720,"projectId":8894153,"letterContent":"I'd like to tell you a little bit about our project that we have dubbed \"Holiday Elves Initiative.\" I teaching at a school where we service two different small towns that are connected by a bridge. On one side of the bridge, wealth is abundant and many families are well off. On the other side, however, families struggle and don't seem to have the same resources as the other group of individuals just a few miles away. \r\nAs teachers, you notice when students come to school unkempt, and, if you notice, you know that fellow students also notice. We didn't want our students to feel out of place amongst their peers and, even worse, unseen by the adults that are there to not only teach them, but provide for them on all levels available within our realm. Your donation helps us allow these students be seen. We pack each little care bag with shampoo, face wash, warm hats and gloves, socks, deodorant and other items that help them keep clean and have one less thing to worry about when stepping into our school's doors. Thank you for your kindness and thank you for caring!","fullyFundedDate":1729561958630,"projectUrl":"project/holiday-hygiene-to-help-students-mental/8894153/","projectTitle":"Holiday Hygiene to Help Students Mental Health and Confidence","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lipko","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9787720"},{"teacherId":9817736,"projectId":8906152,"letterContent":"We are so very blessed by your generous donation. We come from a district that is small and varied when it comes to the economic status of its inhabitants. This means that some students could be receiving a new car for their birthday or others are fighting to find where their next meal may be coming from. These particular students are on our radar and we try, thought out the year, to make sure that they are cared for to the best of our abilities. With your donation, we are able to build the students a bag full of hygienic products and warm clothes. This, again, wouldn't happen without you! Happy Holidays!","fullyFundedDate":1730134352417,"projectUrl":"project/holiday-elves-for-mental-health-and-well/8906152/","projectTitle":"Holiday Elves for Mental Health and Wellness","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9817736"},{"teacherId":9818843,"projectId":8908080,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your help with our project. Because of rising food costs and inflation, more of our students than ever are suffering from not only food insecurity, but lack of hygiene products and warm clothes for the winter. With your help, we were able to build bags for each student in need, providing them with warm hat, gloves and socks. We were also able to provide them with a few little snacks and the basic necessity of hygiene, such as toothbrush, toothpaste, body wash, shampoo, face wash and other items that some of us take for granted. Thank you for caring about your community, and my kiddos! Happy Holidays!","fullyFundedDate":1730415396117,"projectUrl":"project/holiday-helpers-for-mental-health-and-a/8908080/","projectTitle":"Holiday Helpers For Mental Health and All Around Student Wellness","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kennedy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9818843"},{"teacherId":9787720,"projectId":8850129,"letterContent":"Your donation was a very big help this year. Due to a few unforeseen circumstances, my students weren't able to participate in all of the fundraisers they usually do in order to help raise money to create our holiday dinner baskets for the community. Because of your donation, we were able to check a few items off of our list that we may not have been able to purchase otherwise. We are a small community here at Riverview, but we have a large population of students who are considered suffering from food insecurity, so these baskets are deepened on by the families, in order to alleviate hunger and help their budget.","fullyFundedDate":1728064943272,"projectUrl":"project/holiday-dinner-bag-initiative/8850129/","projectTitle":"Holiday Dinner Bag Initiative","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lipko","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9787720"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_88729","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":441,"numTeachers":41,"percentFrplEligible":44,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":8,"percentWhite":80,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":2,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"7 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"10.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":79.6,"schoolId":88729,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Riverview Junior Senior High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Riverview Junior Senior High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/pennsylvania/riverview-school-district/riverview-junior-senior-high-school/88729"}