{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"W.T. White High School","outOfStateSupporters":25.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7865997,"projectId":10745429,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Because of your kindness, we were able to purchase snacks that have become a wonderful way to reward our students for their hard work, positive attitudes, and dedication. Your donations have helped us create a classroom environment where students feel appreciated and motivated to do their best.\r\n\r\nNow that our snacks have arrived, our students have been so excited to enjoy these special treats! Whether they are working hard on a theatre production, learning new technical skills, or going above and beyond to help their classmates, these snacks provide a little extra encouragement and recognition. It has been wonderful to see their smiles and excitement when their efforts are rewarded.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your generosity and your willingness to support our students. You have helped us celebrate their accomplishments, encourage positive behavior, and make our classroom an even more welcoming and rewarding place to learn. Thank you for making a difference in our students' lives!","fullyFundedDate":1793467415416,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-creativity-one-rehearsal-at-a-t/10745429/","projectTitle":"Fueling Creativity, One Rehearsal at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Griffin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7865997_orig.jpg?crop=1067,1067,x0,y113&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696632596286","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7865997"},{"teacherId":7865997,"projectId":10566162,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Tech Theatre class! Because of your kindness, our students have received and enjoyed the popcorn you helped provide. These treats have been a wonderful way to reward positive behavior, celebrate hard work, and recognize the dedication our students show each day.\r\n\r\nOur students work hard both on and off the stage, learning teamwork, responsibility, creativity, and problem-solving skills. Having a special reward to look forward to has brought extra excitement and motivation to our classroom. It has been so rewarding to see their smiles and enthusiasm as they are recognized for their efforts!\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom and helped create a positive, encouraging learning environment. Thank you for investing in our students and helping us celebrate their accomplishments. 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From Harry Potter and The Hunger Games to Twilight, Divergent, and A Series of Unfortunate Events, these books offer something especially important for my students: choice. Many of these titles were specifically requested by students, which makes this project even more meaningful. Instead of simply assigning another book, I can offer stories they are genuinely interested in exploring.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher of multilingual learners, I know that developing strong readers takes more than teaching vocabulary and comprehension strategies. It also requires building confidence, curiosity, and reading stamina. In our classroom, independent reading is an opportunity for students to explore stories at their own pace, encounter new language in meaningful contexts, and make connections between what they read and their own experiences. These new books will support lessons on character development, conflict, theme, prediction, and literary analysis while giving students the freedom to discover which genres and authors speak to them. Book series are particularly valuable because students who finish one story already have another waiting for them, helping reading become a habit rather than a one-time assignment.\r\n\r\nMy hope is that these books will continue to create a culture of reading that extends beyond our classroom. As students build their confidence in English, I want them to recognize that they can enjoy complex stories, participate in meaningful literary conversations, and develop their own identities as readers. Whether a student finishes their first full novel in English or discovers a new favorite series, those moments represent meaningful progress.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and helping me build a classroom library where their interests, voices, and reading journeys matter. 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Instead of simply playing games, they can begin asking questions about how games are designed, how characters and stories are developed, and how technology can turn creative ideas into something real.\r\n\r\nWhat makes this resource especially meaningful is the opportunity to connect students' interests with their learning. Many of my students are multilingual learners who benefit from visual, hands-on, and collaborative activities. With this MacBook, we can explore digital storytelling, character development, game concepts, and creative presentations while strengthening communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Students who might hesitate to participate in a traditional writing assignment can find new ways to express themselves through digital projects that incorporate their ideas, interests, and experiences. 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From deodorant and hygiene supplies to tissues, bandages, and refreshments, these resources help ensure that students feel comfortable, respected, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nOne of the things I value most as an educator is creating a classroom where students feel safe asking for help, even when it comes to the smallest things. Many of my students are multilingual learners who are adjusting to new environments, developing their English language skills, and navigating the challenges of high school. Having a designated care station allows students to access what they need without feeling embarrassed or having to explain their circumstances. The inclusive skin-tone bandages, personal hygiene supplies, and cleaning materials also reinforce an important message: everyone belongs here, and everyone deserves to feel cared for.\r\n\r\nBeyond meeting everyday needs, these supplies support the classroom community we continue building through collaborative lessons, group activities, and celebrations of student accomplishments. As we move forward with reading, writing, and creative projects, I want my students to know that our classroom is more than a place to complete assignments. It is a space where they are welcomed, valued, and encouraged to grow.\r\n\r\nThank you for recognizing that student success is about more than academics. Your generosity has helped me create a classroom where comfort, dignity, and a sense of belonging are part of the learning experience. I am incredibly grateful for your investment in my students!","fullyFundedDate":1788378314813,"projectUrl":"project/comfort-care-and-classroom-community/10426317/","projectTitle":"Comfort, Care, and Classroom Community","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9590130_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720756482106","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9590130"},{"teacherId":9590130,"projectId":10426299,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping bring *Fueling Focus, Feeding Success* to life! Your generosity has allowed me to provide a variety of snacks for my students, helping make our classroom a place where they feel welcomed, supported, and ready to learn. Many of my students navigate long school days, demanding schedules, and responsibilities outside of school. 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Thank you for investing in my students and reminding them that people beyond our classroom believe in their success. Your kindness is making a difference, one small snack and one school day at a time!","fullyFundedDate":1788378314188,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-focus-feeding-success/10426299/","projectTitle":"Fueling Focus, Feeding Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9590130_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720756482106","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9590130"},{"teacherId":7865997,"projectId":10631411,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting WT White Theatre and our production of Wiley and the Hairy Man! Thanks to your generosity, our supplies have arrived and have been put to good use as our students brought this production to life.\r\n\r\nFrom creating props and magical moments to caring for wigs and finding creative ways to make paint dry faster, these supplies helped our students tackle the many behind-the-scenes tasks that make theatre possible. Having these materials available allowed our students to be more hands-on, explore their creativity, solve problems, and take pride in the work they contributed to our production.\r\n\r\nTheatre requires so much more than what an audience sees on stage, and your donation helped make those important details possible. Every prop, every creative solution, and every finishing touch helped our students bring the world of Wiley and the Hairy Man to life!\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students, supporting arts education, and helping us continue to grow our theatre program. Your generosity makes a real difference, and we are so grateful to have supporters like you cheering our students on from behind the curtain!","fullyFundedDate":1789559954992,"projectUrl":"project/crafting-the-magic-of-wiley-and-the-hair/10631411/","projectTitle":"Crafting the Magic of Wiley and the Hairy Man","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Griffin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7865997_orig.jpg?crop=1067,1067,x0,y113&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696632596286","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7865997"},{"teacherId":7865997,"projectId":10644810,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our WT White Theatre students! Your generosity helped us purchase shoes for our production of Wiley and the Hairy Man, and our students were able to put them to use bringing their characters to life on stage!\r\n\r\nHaving the right shoes helped complete our actors' costumes and made their characters feel more believable. These details may seem small, but they make a big difference in creating a polished production and helping our students feel confident in their performances.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, our students had the opportunity to see their hard work come together and experience the excitement of sharing their creativity with an audience. Even better, the shoes can continue to serve our theatre program in future productions, helping more students bring stories to life for years to come.\r\n\r\nYour generosity reminds our students that their creativity, hard work, and artistic dreams are worth investing in. 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