{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Elsik High School","outOfStateSupporters":35.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"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. Thank you for being part of their educational journey!\"","fullyFundedDate":1762265375937,"projectUrl":"project/smile-snacks-and-basic-requirements-for/9766957/","projectTitle":"Smile, Snacks and Basic Requirements for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hinge","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9284438"},{"teacherId":9701891,"projectId":9841601,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have access to snacks that help alleviate hunger during the school day. This simple resource has made a big difference students can focus better, participate more, and feel cared for in our classroom.\r\nWhen they first saw the snacks, their reactions were priceless. Many were surprised and grateful, and you could see the relief on their faces knowing they wouldn't have to sit through class hungry. It has created a more positive atmosphere where learning can truly happen. Your support has helped meet a basic need, and for that, we are deeply thankful. You've shown my students that their well-being matters, and that encouragement goes a long way.","fullyFundedDate":1761317662324,"projectUrl":"project/snack-by-snack-tackling-food-insecurity/9841601/","projectTitle":"Snack by Snack: Tackling Food Insecurity Together","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":8698920,"projectId":9340006,"letterContent":"Thank you for the amazing classroom donations! The caddy, markers, reusable whiteboard, candy, highlighters, squishy toys, air spray, and Clorox wipes are all so appreciated. Reusable whiteboards are such a helpful tool that keeps our learning interactive and eco-friendly. Highlighters help keep our work organized and make important information stand out.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your thoughtful contribution! These supplies help foster a clean, organized, engaging, and supportive space for learning. Thank you for investing in our classroom and our kids!","fullyFundedDate":1757532678069,"projectUrl":"project/safety-and-essential-classroom-supplies/9340006/","projectTitle":"Safety and Essential Classroom Supplies for Title 1 Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Denavich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8698920_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y514&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663792940481","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8698920"},{"teacherId":9803816,"projectId":9373792,"letterContent":"I would like to first thank you the organization and donors for creating such a great opportunity for our wonderful students as well as the teachers. I was beyond grateful to be able to participate in such a great project. The new resources has allowed me to organize my classroom for class work, homework, and projects. It has also boosted the students' morale and given them an incentive to be more attentive and proactive in class. \r\nThe students were extremely pleased at first glance. They began asking me when they would be awarded with candy, chocolate, and fidgets for the rest of the year. Every week, I have group mini-assignments that are due at the end of the week that must be placed in the 5-tier tray that was funded from this project. My students and I are very pleased with how organized and efficient these supplies are. As a teacher of 25 years, we, as the student and staff, would like to thank you for this.","fullyFundedDate":1758075517659,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-to-organize-math-class-and-keep/9373792/","projectTitle":"Help Us to Organize Math Class and Keep It Safe!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9803816"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_11697","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":4119,"numTeachers":248,"percentFrplEligible":91,"percentAsian":7,"percentBlack":24,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":63,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"16.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":64.2,"schoolId":11697,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Elsik High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Elsik High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/alief-independent-school-district/elsik-high-school/11697"}