{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Career Institute South","outOfStateSupporters":27.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9613926,"projectId":9552995,"letterContent":"My students truly enjoyed the snacks that were provided for them.\r\nBecause of your support, I was able to feed students throughout the school semester, far beyond what I could have managed on my own.\r\nFewer students went hungry, and they were able to concentrate better in class and be more successful.\r\nAs a teacher, I do my best to meet my students' needs, but purchasing food regularly for a classroom of young learners can become difficult to maintain. Your contribution eased that burden in such a meaningful way. Instead of worrying about how I would stretch my personal resources, I was able to focus entirely on choosing snacks my students would enjoy and ensuring that everyone had access to something nutritious when they needed it most.\r\nYour generosity made a real difference, and it is deeply appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1755635780393,"projectUrl":"project/feed-all-teach-all/9552995/","projectTitle":"Feed All Teach All","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Thomas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9613926_orig.jpg?crop=1884,1884,x0,y942&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754599779586","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9613926"},{"teacherId":9123369,"projectId":9510654,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my classroom project! Your contributions have made an immediate impact on our daily learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe new shredder is a fantastic addition that helps us securely manage sensitive paperwork and keep our classroom organized and clutter-free. It's truly a lifesaver!\r\n\r\nThe set of classroom buzzers has instantly boosted student engagement, particularly during review games and quick quizzes. They allow every student an equal chance to participate, which has made our learning activities more dynamic and fair.\r\n\r\nFinally, the large Ziploc bags are perfect for organizing our hands-on learning materials and keeping our various centers tidy. This seemingly simple item is essential for maintaining an effective and efficient classroom structure.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your support and dedication to making our classroom a better place to learn. Because of donors like you, my students have the necessary tools to succeed. Thank you for investing in their education and future!","fullyFundedDate":1754266703421,"projectUrl":"project/basic-classroom-needs/9510654/","projectTitle":"Basic Classroom Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9123369"},{"teacherId":9123369,"projectId":9606708,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations. Most of my high school aged students enjoyed the community service projects that helped military heroes and survivors of natural disasters. With the donated supplies, we created 389 ornaments. \r\n\r\nWe began our first community service project in September, and began creating ornaments for the organization Operation Ornaments. Students had to create at least two ornaments. I created three different levels of ornaments that increased in difficulty. The first ornament, they chose a wood craft ornament to color using paint markers. The second ornament, they choose to complete a diamond painting ornament or create an ornament using fuse beads. Based on my students' feedback, 65 out of 110 students stated they enjoyed this project, 13 stated they did not enjoy the project, and 32 students were neutral.\r\n\r\nThis experience has helped them grow as students and compassionate individuals. Students were able to develop their creativity skills and hand-eye coordination to develop skills needed in the workplace. We were also able to contribute to good causes and students were able to gain community service hours. Going forward, we will continue to give back to communities or people in need.","fullyFundedDate":1755735867037,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-students-through-support-for/9606708/","projectTitle":"Empowering Students Through Support for Military Heroes and Disaster Survivors","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9123369"},{"teacherId":9123369,"projectId":9506901,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations. Majority of my high school aged students enjoyed the corporate retreat and station activities. With the donated supplies, we were able to participate in more engaging team style activities than in the past. \r\n\r\nWe began our first stations in September and students were able to practice skills used in different careers. They especially liked working with the electrical circuits. Based on my students' feedback, 88 out of 125 students stated they enjoyed this project, eight (8) stated they did not enjoy the project, and 29 students were either not present or neutral.\r\n\r\nIn November, I introduced students to what a corporate retreat was and what it is used for in the workplace. We then engaged in various team building competition style games. Based on my students' feedback, 51 out of 81 students stated they enjoyed the 1st corporate retreat, two (2) stated they did not enjoy the project, and 28 students were either not present or neutral. For the second corporate retreat, 57 out of 81 students stated they enjoyed the team building activities, five (5) did not enjoy, and 19 students were neutral.","fullyFundedDate":1753753234624,"projectUrl":"project/job-skills-in-action/9506901/","projectTitle":"Job Skills in Action","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9123369"},{"teacherId":8952826,"projectId":9518237,"letterContent":"Your generosity has brought creativity, color, and deeper understanding into our Health Science classroom! The new visual learning materials have transformed the way my students engage with complex topics. Instead of just reading about health concepts, they're now bringing them to life through interactive, visually rich projects.\r\n\r\nSo far, my students have used these new resources to create homeostasis posters that illustrate negative and positive feedback loops, as well as Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs posters that show how physical, emotional, and social health are connected. The classroom walls are now filled with bright, meaningful artwork that doubles as a study tool and a celebration of their learning.\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping make our classroom a more vibrant and engaging place to learn. Your support is inspiring my students to think critically, express creatively, and truly see the science of health in action.","fullyFundedDate":1754333251666,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-minds-colorful-signs-visual-le/9518237/","projectTitle":"Healthy Minds, Colorful Signs: Visual Learning in Health Science","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Gayden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8952826_orig.jpg?crop=1070,1070,x204,y51&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690848067756","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8952826"},{"teacherId":8952826,"projectId":9518078,"letterContent":"Your generous donation has truly brought excitement and engagement into our classroom! My students have been using the anatomy puzzles to deepen their understanding of the human body systems in a fun, hands-on way. \r\n\r\nWhen the puzzles first arrived, the room was filled with excitement and curiosity. For many of them, this was their first time exploring anatomy beyond the textbook, and the interactive experience helped make learning come alive.\r\n\r\nThese new resources have helped my students visualize how the human body works and apply what they're learning in our Health Science unit. Next, we'll be building on this foundation by exploring how each system works together to maintain homeostasis, using the puzzles to demonstrate connections between organs and body functions.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping make this kind of engaging, hands-on learning possible. Your generosity has made a lasting impact on my students' understanding—and their excitement about pursuing future careers in health care!","fullyFundedDate":1754294861810,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-the-human-body-one-puzzle-at-a/9518078/","projectTitle":"Exploring the Human Body One Puzzle at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Gayden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8952826_orig.jpg?crop=1070,1070,x204,y51&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690848067756","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8952826"},{"teacherId":10096986,"projectId":9506450,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support! You have given students the opportunity to access a mix of snacks that keep them energized and focused throughout the day. Some even benefit from options that meet specific medical needs or address medical emergencies. Access to bottled water has also made a big difference, especially on hot days when students are moving between schools, allowing them to stay hydrated during travel. Your generosity helps our students stay healthy, comfortable, and ready to learn every day.","fullyFundedDate":1755475437576,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-with-purpose-nourishment-for-lea/9506450/","projectTitle":"Snacks With Purpose: Nourishment for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Vazquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10096986"},{"teacherId":8550207,"projectId":9424661,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students and staff at Career Institute South, I want to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous donation of healthy snacks and treats. Your support plays a vital role in helping us create a positive and nurturing environment for our students.\r\n\r\nThanks to your thoughtful contribution, we were able to offer a variety of nutritious options that kept our students energized, focused, and ready to learn. These snacks made a noticeable difference—whether it was during long study sessions, testing days, or after-school activities. Your kindness not only nourished their bodies but also reminded them that their community believes in their success and well-being.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for partners like you who help us enrich the lives of our students. Your generosity reflects the kind of care and compassion that builds stronger schools and brighter futures.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting our students and being a part of something so meaningful.","fullyFundedDate":1750599618127,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-success/9424661/","projectTitle":"Snacks For Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8550207_orig.jpg?crop=645,646,x0,y23&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758213042576","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8550207"},{"teacherId":5635717,"projectId":9074626,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping our class with the drone library project. This along with cybersecurity is a growing field in todays ever changing world. We look forward to reading all of the wonderful books that we received and also fly the nice drones.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is very much appreciated and we thank you so much. This project not only will be a nice and fun activity for students but they will also be able to receive their real life recreational TRUST certificate from the FAA. This will allow the to fly under 400 feet legally. Again, thank you for your donation.","fullyFundedDate":1746494316474,"projectUrl":"project/drone-library/9074626/","projectTitle":"Drone Library","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Simpson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5635717_orig.jpg?crop=1500,1500,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1615863368775","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/selsimpson"},{"teacherId":5635717,"projectId":9369665,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping me fund my project Cybersecurity and Drones. We are very excited to finally get started on some of the great things that we will be able to do. Your generosity helps us to not only build and code drones but helps students received the recreational drone certification.\r\n\r\nThe recreational drone certification is called TRUST by the FAA. The students names will be added to certified recreational pilots once they receive the certificates. We thank you for helping them with the materials that they will use to study in order to pass the test. Again that you for your donation.","fullyFundedDate":1748883458148,"projectUrl":"project/cybersecurity-and-drone-resources/9369665/","projectTitle":"Cybersecurity and Drone Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Simpson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5635717_orig.jpg?crop=1500,1500,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1615863368775","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/selsimpson"},{"teacherId":2059067,"projectId":8541380,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in bringing our General Employability Skills Classroom Store to life! Your contribution has added tremendous value to our students' learning experience by helping them develop real-world skills in responsibility, professionalism, financial literacy, and goal-setting.\r\n\r\nWhen the store materials arrived—shelves, supplies, incentives, organizational tools, and mock currency—the students were beyond excited. Their eyes lit up with curiosity, and many immediately started brainstorming how they could earn and save for specific items. One student exclaimed, \"This feels like a real job!\"—and that was exactly the goal.\r\n\r\nWe are using the Classroom Store as a hands-on learning tool to reinforce key employability concepts. Students \"earn\" classroom currency by demonstrating positive behaviors such as punctuality, teamwork, accountability, leadership, and communication. They then use their earnings to make purchases, track budgets, and even plan for long-term goals—just like they would in a real work environment.\r\n\r\nOne particularly proud moment came when a group of students collaborated to save for a higher-priced item. They formed a strategy, encouraged each other to stay on task, and celebrated when they reached their shared goal. It was a powerful demonstration of perseverance, teamwork, and financial planning—all tied to the essential skills they'll need beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nNext, we're expanding the program to include student-led roles such as store managers, inventory clerks, and budget trackers, further reinforcing workplace readiness and leadership development. These roles will help students practice professionalism and responsibility in a structured, supportive environment.","fullyFundedDate":1729095419547,"projectUrl":"project/general-employability-skills-classroom-s/8541380/","projectTitle":"General Employability Skills Classroom Store!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McNeil","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2059067_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722639896009","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-vmcneil"},{"teacherId":2059067,"projectId":8565853,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Nurture, Relax, Relate, Release\" classroom project. Because of your kindness, we were able to transform our learning space into a calming, student-centered environment that nurtures both emotional well-being and academic growth.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new resources—cozy seating, calming tools, sensory items, and SEL materials—their reactions were priceless. Smiles, wide eyes, and grateful murmurs filled the room. One student said, \"It feels like we finally have a place to just breathe.\" That moment captured exactly what your gift has done for our class.\r\n\r\nWe've already begun integrating these tools into our daily routines. Whether students need a moment to regroup after a challenging interaction, unwind from external stress, or simply feel safe enough to share their thoughts, the space you helped create is being used every single day. During our \"Mindful Moments\" activity, students rotate through stations where they journal, practice breathing techniques, or engage in quiet reflection using the calming tools you provided.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, our students are preparing for a project called \"Release Through Expression,\" where they'll use creative outlets—writing, art, music, and movement—to explore emotions and build empathy. 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