{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Highland High School","outOfStateSupporters":24.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10172073,"projectId":9581457,"letterContent":"Some of you I know personally; many of you I do not. Either way, the thought that you care enough about a public school and a public school teacher to give your hard-earned money to us astounds me. We teachers are used to being forgotten in terms of so many supports that I was floored to receive such quick help to solve my problem. \r\n\r\nHighland is a very old school in Salt Lake City, and the book room is full of books...that no one teaches anymore. We are overflowing with unusable/unwanted supplies. This year, I took on a new course teaching IB Literature to the very top kids in the school. I was tasked with finding texts from all over the world, and this is where our book room was lacking in good options. I read Cry, The Beloved Country when I was in high school, and the impact of this book about South Africa has impacted the rest of my life. You have now allowed me to share that impact with the next generation. They don't know that they are grateful, yet, but I know what's coming to them -- thanks to your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1755432168912,"projectUrl":"project/old-school-needs-some-new-books-class-s/9581457/","projectTitle":"Old School Needs Some New Books! Class Set!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bullock","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10172073_orig.jpg?crop=858,858,x144,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755024661449","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10172073"},{"teacherId":5750802,"projectId":9632828,"letterContent":"This project was set to get the kids excited and motivated with some immediate rewards. We all know that working on our inner selves takes time and teenagers don't have time for that. Not seeing the rewards for their efforts at the snap of a finger is so hard. I have seen desires to set goals increase exponentially when there is \"something in it for them.\" \r\n\r\nHaving the ability to print and laminate motivational cards and skills cards has been able to give them a resource that will actually last. Color sticks to the mind way better than black and white. \r\n\r\nThe kids are excited to be offered something that looks good and that would not otherwise be offered to them. \r\n\r\nThank you for helping me make my vision a reality and for valuing what I do and for the future leaders of our communities.","fullyFundedDate":1756500944652,"projectUrl":"project/incentivize-and-remind-keys-to-long-ter/9632828/","projectTitle":"Incentivize and Remind: Keys to Long Term Therapy engagement.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jessica","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5750802_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755725841223","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5750802"},{"teacherId":1144200,"projectId":9582054,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for the Legos. We used them to build the tallest, sturdiest tower possible in my AP Calculus BC course. It was a great way for students to open communication with each other, collaborate, and begin to imagine how calculus will positively impact their lives. \r\n\r\nMy students were so excited to see the Legos! While I have only used them in my Calculus course so far, I have been brainstorming how I can connect Legos to my other classes curriculum.\r\n\r\nMy next step is to use the Legos for another small project, building the strongest bridge for all my classes. This will be a project to illustrate the uses and applications of geometry, algebra, and calculus to all of my different level students.","fullyFundedDate":1755616532888,"projectUrl":"project/legos-to-build-math-connections/9582054/","projectTitle":"Legos to Build Math Connections","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wisner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1144200"},{"teacherId":5750802,"projectId":9581676,"letterContent":"I was able to transform my office! The school I am in is very old to the point they are actually looking at rebuilding it. The feel in here is so different and any of the staff who come in, say as much. Thank you so much for helping me create a calming vibe.\r\n\r\nWhat I am super excited about is the anxiety kit maker box. It has already been used and it's only the second week of school. Kids can come in and choose 3-4 items to put in their kit along with instruction/reminder cards so that they have access to support right in their backpack. The snacks were tapped into the day they got here. Kids don't eat breakfast anymore.\r\n\r\nShout out to Salt Lake Education Foundation. They matched everyone's donation to help make this all come together in double time. I am stoked for the cool work that will be happening this year.","fullyFundedDate":1755356560024,"projectUrl":"project/social-and-mental-wellbeing-for-the-teen/9581676/","projectTitle":"Social and Mental Wellbeing for the Teens Here at HHS","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jessica","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5750802_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755725841223","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5750802"},{"teacherId":8214696,"projectId":8991803,"letterContent":"I wanted to send you a message to say thank you so very much for your donations to get our Macbeth Graphic novels! It is appreciated so much by myself and my students. We really enjoy using them this quarter. They were very excited that they got to use these new books.\r\n\r\nThese graphic novels are helping students immensely with their comprehension of the play. They are able to follow the story better with the help of the pictures they can reference. I can point to a section/picture and ask them to describe mood, setting, character development, and so much more. We also have an interactive motion comic disc that allows us to watch the graphic novel come to life. We have been switching between the novels and the disc and it has been very successful. \r\n\r\nWith some extra funds left over from your donations, were also able to purchase a set of No Fear Macbeth books for the class. These books have the original text of the play side by side with a modern English translation. They have been so helpful for the students who are struggling with the language.\r\n\r\nAgain, thank you so much for your kindness and donations to our classroom! These books will be used for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1738097949729,"projectUrl":"project/double-double-toil-and-trouble-macbeth/8991803/","projectTitle":"Double Double Toil and Trouble- Macbeth Graphic Novels","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8214696_orig.jpg?crop=320,320,x0,y40&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1643991846234","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8214696"},{"teacherId":9819697,"projectId":8909685,"letterContent":"I have been using my materials as ice breakers for our small groups. Such as using the dice with various questions on it. I have also been giving the students squishy toys during our individual and group counseling sessions. They love being able to use them during sessions and take them home! The weighted blanket, pillows, and plushy have helped my students reduce anxiety during our sessions. The fidget toys are also used during sessions to help with ADHD or anxiety symptoms. \r\n\r\nI have also had many students take snacks during our sessions, which they greatly appreciate. It also helps us have a better session since they are not as hungry. This helps my students feel like their needs are being met.\r\n\r\nI also use my whiteboard during group sessions to help illustrate different concepts. I also use the posters and informational pamphlets to help give my students ideas or use as topics for our session. The workbooks have also been a great tool to use with students who are struggling with specific issues. They help give a curriculum and \"homework\" for students who prefer that. \r\n\r\nOverall all the items are being used and appreciated by me and the students, and it is so great to be able to support their mental health!","fullyFundedDate":1735664620019,"projectUrl":"project/social-emotional-counseling-center/8909685/","projectTitle":"Social Emotional Counseling Center","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Plummer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9819697_orig.jpg?crop=1512,1512,x866,y1542&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730395798938","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9819697"},{"teacherId":7595839,"projectId":8909153,"letterContent":"I have been using my new iPad nearly every day to take notes in class. Students can see what I write on the board, and I have many pen color options and highlighter options to color code different math steps and highlight important information. I upload the notes to Canvas so that students can access them if they are absent.\r\n\r\nWhen I see that a group is struggling or needs help refocusing, I am able to move to their group and continue helping the entire class. It is so helpful to not be attached to the board at the front of the room.\r\n\r\nThank you again for the large impact this project has made in my classroom. The students and I are both benefitting greatly!","fullyFundedDate":1730391290004,"projectUrl":"project/apple-pencil/8909153/","projectTitle":"Apple Pencil","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gamble","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7595839_orig.jpg?crop=823,823,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1642791203143","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7595839"},{"teacherId":7595839,"projectId":8801195,"letterContent":"I have been using my new iPad nearly every day to take notes in class. Students can see what I write on the board, and I have many pen color options and highlighter options to color code different math steps and highlight important information. I upload the notes to Canvas so that students can access them if they are absent.\r\n\r\nWhen I see that a group is struggling or needs help refocusing, I am able to move to their group and continue helping the entire class. It is so helpful to not be attached to the board at the front of the room.\r\n\r\nThank you again for the large impact this project has made in my classroom. The students and I are both benefitting greatly!","fullyFundedDate":1727897552380,"projectUrl":"project/ipad-for-clarity-in-math/8801195/","projectTitle":"iPad for Clarity in Math","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gamble","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7595839_orig.jpg?crop=823,823,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1642791203143","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7595839"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_33231","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1972,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":54,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":61,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":22,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":75.7,"schoolId":33231,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Highland High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Highland High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/utah/salt-lake-city-school-district/highland-high-school/33231"}