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Our next steps are to raise funds for the remaining food, organize the supplies, and assemble the baskets for distribution in December.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting both the families who will receive these baskets and the students helping make them possible. You are helping us teach kindness, teamwork, and the value of caring for our community through meaningful action.","fullyFundedDate":1791481139406,"projectUrl":"project/fighting-hunger-in-our-community/10717268/","projectTitle":"Fighting Hunger in Our Community","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Skurka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9811884"},{"teacherId":9825635,"projectId":10717592,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your generosity and support of our classroom! Your contributions to our Comfort, Confidence & Care: Essentials for Every Student project have made a meaningful difference. As a teacher, I believe that students learn best when they feel comfortable, valued, and supported. Thanks to you, we are creating an environment where students know that their needs matter and that our classroom is a place where they belong.\r\n\r\nThese resources are about so much more than the items themselves. They help remove some of the everyday distractions and worries that students may carry into the classroom, allowing them to focus on learning, connecting with others, and simply being themselves. Having these essentials readily available also reinforces an important message: kindness matters, and sometimes the smallest gestures can make the biggest difference in someone's day.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through the school year, I look forward to seeing the lasting impact of your generosity. You have helped me create a classroom that extends beyond academics to nurture confidence, compassion, and a sense of community. Thank you for investing in my students and reminding them that there are wonderful people in the world who believe in them. Your kindness is truly appreciated!\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt gratitude,\r\nMrs. Walsh","fullyFundedDate":1791144937935,"projectUrl":"project/comfort-confidence-care-essentials-f/10717592/","projectTitle":"Comfort, Confidence & Care: Essentials for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walsh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9825635_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784829067702","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9825635"},{"teacherId":9787720,"projectId":10711887,"letterContent":"Dear donors,\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us provide everyday essentials to students in our school community. Your generosity means access to laundry supplies for clean clothes, personal care items, and a snack when students need something to get them through the school day. These items may seem small, but they can ease worries that students carry with them into the classroom.\r\n\r\nThe impact goes beyond the supplies themselves. Being able to meet these needs with care and discretion helps students feel supported while protecting their dignity. This project also gives our students an opportunity to see how compassion becomes action and how working together can make a difference in someone else's life.\r\n\r\nYour support helps us continue building a school community where students know that someone cares and that help is available. Thank you for being part of that effort.","fullyFundedDate":1791132092066,"projectUrl":"project/dinner-baskets-for-community-members-in/10711887/","projectTitle":"Dinner Baskets for Community Members in Need","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lipko","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9787720"},{"teacherId":9787720,"projectId":10640689,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping us provide everyday essentials to students in our school community. Your generosity means access to simple to cook meals, food items for dinner baskets and little snacks when students need something to get them through the school day. These items may seem small, but they can ease worries that students carry with them into the classroom.\r\n\r\nThe impact goes beyond the supplies themselves. Being able to meet these needs with care and discretion helps students feel supported while protecting their dignity. This project also gives our students an opportunity to see how compassion becomes action and how working together can make a difference in someone else's life.\r\n\r\nYour support helps us continue building a school community where students know that someone cares and that help is available. Thank you for being part of that effort.","fullyFundedDate":1790789790875,"projectUrl":"project/filling-food-baskets-for-families-in-nee/10640689/","projectTitle":"Filling Food Baskets for Families in Need","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lipko","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9787720"},{"teacherId":9825635,"projectId":10404455,"letterContent":"This project has truly helped transform my classroom into the peaceful, welcoming space I envisioned—a place where students can breathe, reset, learn, and grow. 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Using the donated clothing items, students worked together to sort sizes, organize materials, and begin building a welcoming student-run clothing closet filled with comfortable essentials like hoodies, sweatpants, and joggers.\r\nOne of the most impactful moments came when students first unpacked the materials and realized how many people within their own school could benefit from something as simple as comfortable clothing. The excitement quickly turned into a strong sense of purpose, and students became deeply invested in making the space feel respectful, organized, and inviting for others.\r\nMoving forward, students will continue organizing the clothing closet and preparing for future distribution days while also engaging in conversations about empathy, dignity, and how meeting basic needs can positively impact confidence and well-being.\r\nThank you for helping provide my students with the opportunity to make a direct and meaningful difference within our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1777913593267,"projectUrl":"project/dressed-to-learn/10194695/","projectTitle":"Dressed to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9817736"},{"teacherId":9787720,"projectId":10194188,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students were able to lead a meaningful community service project focused on assembling simple, ready-to-make meal kits for individuals and families facing food insecurity in our area. Using the donated resources, students worked together to organize supplies, assemble kits, and prepare them for distribution.\r\nOne of the most memorable moments came during our first assembly day. As students unpacked the materials and began building the meal kits, many started talking about how something so simple could make a real difference for someone else. Seeing the donations arrive made the project feel real and gave students a strong sense of purpose and pride in their work.\r\nMoving forward, students will continue creating additional meal kits while also learning more about food insecurity and the importance of community support through classroom discussions and reflection activities.\r\nThank you for helping provide my students with the opportunity to make a direct impact in our community while building empathy, responsibility, and teamwork along the way.","fullyFundedDate":1777654289637,"projectUrl":"project/students-in-action-easy-meals-to-fight/10194188/","projectTitle":"Students in Action: Easy Meals to Fight Hunger","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lipko","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9787720"},{"teacherId":9239600,"projectId":10047354,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students and staff, we would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous support of our Bundle Up Raiders project. Because of your kindness and generosity, we are able to provide sweatshirts to students who need a little extra warmth and comfort this season.\r\nYour donation is much more than clothing. It is a reminder to our students that their community cares about them, believes in them, and wants them to feel supported both inside and outside the classroom. Something as simple as a sweatshirt can bring confidence, comfort, and a sense of belonging during the colder months.\r\nProjects like Bundle Up Raiders are only possible because of compassionate supporters like you. Your willingness to give has made a meaningful difference in the lives of our students, and we are truly thankful for your partnership and generosity.\r\nThank you again for helping us keep our Raiders warm, comfortable, and ready to learn.\r\nWith sincere appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1769156601182,"projectUrl":"project/bundle-up-raiders/10047354/","projectTitle":"Bundle Up Raiders!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stacey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9239600"},{"teacherId":4266115,"projectId":10044349,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\nThank you so much for supporting our students and helping make this project possible. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom and in the lives of the students we serve.\r\nWith your donations, we were able to provide important items such as blankets, shampoo, deodorant, feminine hygiene products, toothpaste, and other personal care supplies. For many of our students, these are everyday necessities that can sometimes be difficult to access. Having these resources available at school helps them feel more comfortable, confident, and ready to focus on learning.\r\nWhen the materials arrived, the reaction from the students was immediate and heartfelt. Some students quietly thanked us, while others expressed how relieved they were to know that these items were available if they needed them. One student shared how comforting it was to have a blanket during a stressful day, while another mentioned that having hygiene products at school helped them feel more prepared and confident around their peers. Moments like these remind us that small acts of kindness can make a big impact.\r\nWe have created a small, discreet space in our classroom where students can access these supplies whenever they need them. Knowing that these resources are available allows students to focus more fully on their lessons, participate more confidently in class, and feel supported by their school community.\r\nAs we continue our work this year, our goal is to build an environment where students feel safe, respected, and cared for. With the support of resources like these, we can continue focusing on our classroom projects, language learning activities, and collaborative lessons while ensuring that students' basic needs are also met.\r\nYour generosity has not only provided essential supplies but has also shown our students that there are people beyond our classroom who care deeply about their well-being and success. Thank you for believing in them and for helping us create a more supportive learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1769118372097,"projectUrl":"project/providing-comfort-care-and-dignity-for/10044349/","projectTitle":"Providing Comfort, Care, and Dignity for My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DeLuca","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4266115"},{"teacherId":6915308,"projectId":10040806,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students now have access to toothbrushes, deodorant, face wash, backpacks, and shower loofahs, items that may seem simple, but make a meaningful difference in their daily lives.\r\nFor many of my students, having reliable personal care products and a sturdy backpack brings a quiet sense of stability. These essentials help them start each day feeling prepared, confident, and cared for. 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The hats and gloves have already been put to good use during chilly mornings, allowing students to arrive warm and ready to focus.\r\nWhat struck me most was how naturally students incorporated these items into their routines. A new backpack was adjusted and filled with pride. Hats and gloves were worn immediately. There is a quiet confidence that comes from having what you need, and that confidence shows up in the classroom.\r\nBecause of you, my students are better prepared — not just academically, but personally. 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Riverview Junior Senior High School is
a suburban public school
in Oakmont, Pennsylvania that is part of Riverview School District.
It serves 441 students
in grades 7 - 12 with a student/teacher ratio of 10.8:1.
Its teachers have had 64 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
Supporting this school will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.
Public School
Grades 7 - 12
441 Students
41 Teachers
100 Hulton RdContact info is sourced from our partners at MDR Education, and DonorsChoose updates our site ahead of each school year.
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Last updated Oct 13, 2026
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Riverview Junior Senior High School
$45,284
raised using DonorsChoose
64
projects
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20
teachers
funded
174
donors
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art supplies
Riverview Junior Senior High School has received support from
133 individuals from Pennsylvania and
41 individuals out-of-state.