{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Elsik High School","outOfStateSupporters":36.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9819014,"projectId":9912711,"letterContent":"\"Thank You, Donors! You Made This Season Shine!\"\r\n\r\nBulletin boards aren't just decorations—they're powerful learning tools. They provide visual examples, colorful cues, and diagrams that make understanding easier and more fun.\r\n\r\nYour support turned our holiday bulletin board into a space filled with Joy, Growth, and Creativity. Because of you, our classroom is brighter and more inspiring. \r\n\r\nWe appreciate your kindness and support!\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students—you've made a lasting difference!","fullyFundedDate":1764529475247,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-learning-through-visuals-and-t/9912711/","projectTitle":"Enhancing Learning Through Visuals and Technology!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Curl","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9819014_orig.jpg?crop=689,689,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730727735317","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9819014"},{"teacherId":9701891,"projectId":9841464,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding this project! The Xbox Ally X will help students learn through gaming in meaningful ways using cooperative play, challenges, and competitions to build teamwork and problem‑solving skills. 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They used the supplies to organize, stock, and begin sharing healthy snacks with classmates who might otherwise go through the day hungry. When students saw everything come together, they were excited and proud to be trusted with something that truly matters. Next, they'll keep managing inventory, spreading awareness, and finding ways to sustain the pantry. This project has helped students build leadership, empathy, and a stronger sense of community. Thank you for making that possible.","fullyFundedDate":1759869689438,"projectUrl":"project/fighting-food-insecurity-one-snack-at-a/9771108/","projectTitle":"Fighting Food Insecurity: One Snack at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kayode","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9308102_orig.png?crop=302,302,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724428323958","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9308102"},{"teacherId":6057160,"projectId":9048346,"letterContent":"Thank you, donors, for making this possible! It's because of your generosity, giving spirit and consideration for this project that all of this is even possible. Thank you for providing much needed supplies for this class that would take so much longer to be provided were it not for you and the donations that you gave. This is why you are appreciated. You heard the call to provide for a student body that would go without, and you answered in spectacular fashion! Thank you that we are able to relace things that really need to be replaced and thank you for being who you are, absolutely awesome and cheerful givers! Thank you and see you for the next one!","fullyFundedDate":1746787025482,"projectUrl":"project/the-replacements/9048346/","projectTitle":"The Replacements!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. May","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6057160_orig.jpg?crop=1092,1092,x0,y20&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1643203591858","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-mayehs"},{"teacherId":6862209,"projectId":9747887,"letterContent":"Our students were overjoyed when our project was funded and the supplies arrived! They are truly grateful for the resources you provided through your generous donations. The snacks have been a wonderful addition to our school day helping boost brain activity, enhance cognitive function, and keep students energized and focused in class.\r\n\r\nThanks to the snacks and the Ninja Slushy we've been able to create a positive learning environment where students can regulate their energy levels and thrive academically. They were thrilled as we set up the Ninja machine and are eagerly looking forward to their upcoming slushie party!\r\n\r\nYour support allows us to reward their hard work, provide nourishment for those who need it, and encourage participation and engagement in the classroom. This initiative is not only fun but also promotes health and wellness in our learning environment.\r\n\r\nI plan to continue posting projects that focus on wellness and social awareness, and I'm committed to contributing as much as possible to our students with the resources I can gather. Thank you for being such an incredible supporter of public education and for making a real difference in our classroom. We feel truly blessed to have people like you who value education and care about our kids.\r\nThank you once again for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1760727763771,"projectUrl":"project/boost-with-snacks-a-classroom-incentive/9747887/","projectTitle":"Boost with Snacks: A Classroom Incentive Program","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mazzilli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6862209_orig.jpg?crop=2550,2550,x0,y204&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1569861281094","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6862209"},{"teacherId":5383628,"projectId":9275260,"letterContent":"My students and I are forever grateful for your donations. There were able to complete multiple projects, and comping dolls with the provided materials. My students were able to use knowledge from the content to create beautiful coping dolls for themselves and someone who may be struggling with coping with mental illness or life in general. I believe my students will take this with them into real world and will never forge the opportunity and experience you helped give them. We want to send a great big thank you again for helping make this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1746787344392,"projectUrl":"project/coping-dolls-for-students-struggling-wit/9275260/","projectTitle":"Coping Dolls for Students Struggling With Mental Health Issues","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5383628_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705358968751","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5383628"},{"teacherId":5383628,"projectId":9275076,"letterContent":"My students and I are forever grateful for your donations. There were able to complete multiple projects, and comping dolls with the provided materials. My students were able to use knowledge from the content to create beautiful coping dolls for themselves and someone who may be struggling with coping with mental illness or life in general. I believe my students will take this with them into real world and will never forge the opportunity and experience you helped give them. We want to send a great big thank you again for helping make this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1746787344284,"projectUrl":"project/coping-dolls-to-promote-healthy-coping-s/9275076/","projectTitle":"Coping Dolls To Promote Healthy Coping Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5383628_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705358968751","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5383628"},{"teacherId":9308102,"projectId":9808962,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Gaming Club! Your generosity has given my students a space to connect, collaborate, and build friendships through something they truly enjoy gaming. These resources have transformed our club into a welcoming environment where students can relax, have fun, and develop teamwork and problem-solving skills.\r\nWhen the new equipment arrived, the excitement was incredible! Students couldn't wait to set up and start playing together. For many, this club is more than just games it's a safe and positive community where they feel included and valued.\r\nYour support means the world to us. You've helped create opportunities for students to bond and grow in ways that go beyond the classroom. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1760314979171,"projectUrl":"project/level-up-our-gaming-club/9808962/","projectTitle":"Level Up Our Gaming Club","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kayode","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9308102_orig.png?crop=302,302,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724428323958","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9308102"},{"teacherId":9701891,"projectId":9850662,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us level up our classroom with new STEM tools! Your generosity has opened the door for my students to explore, create, and innovate in ways that were not possible before. These resources are already sparking curiosity and excitement as students dive into hands-on activities that make science, technology, engineering, and math come alive.\r\nThe moment they saw the new tools, their faces lit up with amazement. They couldn't wait to start experimenting and building. These materials are giving them the confidence to tackle challenges and think like real-world problem solvers.\r\nYour support means the world to us. You've given my students opportunities that will inspire them far beyond the classroom. Thank you for believing in their potential and helping us take learning to the next level!","fullyFundedDate":1763559125895,"projectUrl":"project/leveling-up-our-classroom-stem-tools-t/9850662/","projectTitle":"Leveling Up Our Classroom: STEM Tools, Tech, and Vibes","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pho","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9701891_orig.jpg?crop=762,762,x373,y101&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724681325488","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9701891"},{"teacherId":9245447,"projectId":9743625,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for helping fund our project! Without you, we cannot have a softball program. Because of your generosity, we can now take ALL of our equipment on road games, and do so with some pride in our things. Beyond the obvious practical benefits of portable equipment bags, it makes a huge difference to our girls to be able to step off the bus with equipment that isn't full of holes. Everything fits, so we no longer have to decide what we absolutely need to bring, and what we need to leave behind.\r\nThe fact is, we need people like you in order to have softball, so when we say \"thank you,\" we mean it from the bottom of our hearts. \r\nA million times, thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1762267679447,"projectUrl":"project/swinging-for-the-fences-softball-equipm/9743625/","projectTitle":"Swinging for the Fences: Softball Equipment Bags Without Holes","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Salazar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9245447_orig.jpg?crop=2735,2735,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693965441073","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9245447"},{"teacherId":9245447,"projectId":9742796,"letterContent":"Since we do not have a field cover, the rainy season of Houston often sends us indoors for practice. The available space is a basketball gym, so the use of regular game softballs is not allowed.\r\nThese indoor balls are the only thing that allows us to practice when it rains, so the ability to continue developing while we let our field dry out is all thanks to our donors! They are just as expensive as the outdoor game balls, so up until now, indoor balls have been pushed to the back burner when placing orders.\r\nNow we have everything we need to continue developing skills, even when it rains. \r\nA million times, thank you!!!","fullyFundedDate":1762267742090,"projectUrl":"project/swinging-for-the-fences-essential-pract/9742796/","projectTitle":"Swinging For the Fences: Essential Practice Equipment: Indoor Softballs","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Salazar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9245447_orig.jpg?crop=2735,2735,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693965441073","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9245447"},{"teacherId":9284438,"projectId":9766957,"letterContent":"I am writing to extend my heartfelt thanks for your incredibly generous donation to our classroom through Donors Choose. Your support has made such a meaningful impact, and I wanted to take a moment to share with you how the items you have provided are enhancing our learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe Cell phone rest station has already become a favorite spot in our classroom! It is a great addition to our classroom, giving their cell phones away to locked cellphone chest makes my students very comfortable so they can focus on math, reflect, or collaborate with others. It is great help to me so I can focus on teaching rather than asking them to keep cellphone away. It saved my energy and time. \r\n\r\nThe snacks you have provided are keeping our students energized and ready to learn. Many of our students face challenges that make it difficult to focus during the school day, and having a snack readily available has made a real difference. Your contribution ensures that no student must worry about hunger, allowing them to stay focused and engaged in their lessons.\r\n\r\nWashable Glue Sticks, Pencils, Disinfecting Wipes are useful during our daily class activity. It is great to see how this small item has made a substantial difference in their comfort and focus.\r\n\r\nLastly, Small Magnets has become an essential tool in our classroom. It is extremely helpful for me and students to put their paper on big board so display their work.\r\n\r\nAll these items are creating a positive, dynamic, and inclusive learning environment. Because of your generosity, our classroom is now a place where students feel more supported, comfortable, and motivated to succeed. I cannot thank you enough for making this possible.\r\nYour kindness is making a real difference in the lives of our students, and I am incredibly grateful for your support. 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