{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"B.T. Washington High School","outOfStateSupporters":36.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1571993,"projectId":9501388,"letterContent":"Thank you all for your generous support for our students! You've made a significant contribution to our lab spaces being clean and sanitary. In fact, through multiple projects, the Donors Choose community has raised the environmental quality in all our science labs. This project, in particular, provides soap for every lab. I now have soap, paper towels, and hand sanitizer in every lab. Each lab now has at least one fully functioning and fully stocked sink.\r\n\r\nEach lab also received cleaning wipes, an assortment of band-aids, and can share the Lysol and Febreze (which are in common areas). Each teacher received a personal, clip-on Purell hand sanitizer. Through your generous donations, and through Ripple's match, our students are learning to take care of our labs. They're learning to clean up after themselves. They're learning (and we're reinforcing) the standard safety practices of using gloves or washing hands during and after activities.\r\n\r\nAs I mentioned, this wonderful gift integrates nicely with my other efforts. The sum of all the Donors Choose community's gifts has made our labs more fully functional, safe, and clean. My heartfelt thanks to all of you!","fullyFundedDate":1757631680090,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-school-fresh-start-for-science-s/9501388/","projectTitle":"Back to School Fresh Start for Science Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Evans","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1571993_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1534762400698","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bill-evans"},{"teacherId":1571993,"projectId":9812182,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for coming to our rescue with the eight boxes of paper. As I wrote in the proposal, my science teachers have burned through all of our allotted paper, just as we were approaching the state Standards of Learning tests. We typically provide study guides to every student to use in reviews and to prepare for the tests. When we asked our Administrators for additional paper, we were told that we'd get more paper next semester--around the middle of January! Our state testing begins December 10th!\r\n\r\n Your generous gift has contributed to every teacher and every science subject taught at our school: Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Environmental Science, and Physics. It really came through at the most opportune moment, as well.\r\n\r\nI hope that you can see from my photos the uses to which your gift has been put. Thank you, again!","fullyFundedDate":1761209389195,"projectUrl":"project/no-copy-paper-and-state-tests-coming/9812182/","projectTitle":"No Copy Paper and State Tests Coming!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Evans","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1571993_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1534762400698","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bill-evans"},{"teacherId":1571993,"projectId":9470833,"letterContent":"On behalf of every student in our science department, I want to extend a heartfelt thank-you to the donors who made this project possible. Because of your generosity, we now have 750 durable, high-quality folders—enough for every science student in our school. It may seem like a simple thing, but these folders have already begun transforming the way our students organize, learn, and take pride in their academic work.\r\n\r\nIn our classrooms, these folders have become more than just a place to hold papers. They represent structure, consistency, and the opportunity for every student—regardless of background—to take ownership of their learning. Many of our students come from families who work hard to meet basic needs, and often, supplies like binders and folders can feel like luxuries rather than essentials. Before this project, we had students trying to keep track of loose worksheets, folded lab reports, and crumpled notes stuffed into backpacks. Now, thanks to your support, every student in our science program has a sturdy, professional-looking folder that helps them feel organized, responsible, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nFrom a teacher's perspective, this project has had an immediate and measurable impact. When students have the right materials, they can spend their mental energy on learning, not on keeping track of scattered papers or worrying about losing assignments. It's easier for them to build organized study guides, store lab data, and review notes before tests. Our teachers have noticed a difference, too—students are turning in neater work, keeping up with handouts, and coming to class more prepared. The simple act of having a dedicated space for their science materials has improved confidence and accountability across the board.\r\n\r\nEven more importantly, this project has reinforced for our students the idea that people outside our school community care about their success. Many of our students have never experienced the feeling of a stranger investing in their education. When we explained that people from across the country donated to help them stay organized and succeed in science, the look of surprise and gratitude on their faces was unforgettable. It became a real-world lesson in kindness and civic engagement—proof that generosity and belief in others can make a tangible difference.\r\n\r\nYour donation has also helped us model the kind of organization and attention to detail that is essential in scientific work. When our students see their neatly labeled folders lined up and ready for use, they are reminded that good science depends on good organization—on clear notes, consistent data recording, and careful record-keeping. These are skills they will carry far beyond the classroom, whether they go on to study engineering, healthcare, environmental science, or any other field that values precision and preparation.\r\n\r\nTo every donor who contributed to this project: thank you. You have given our students the tools to take their education seriously and the message that their learning matters. You've helped level the playing field for hundreds of young scientists, and your impact will be felt not only this year but for years to come as these students continue their journey toward curiosity, discovery, and achievement.\r\n\r\nFrom all of us—students, teachers, and the entire science department—thank you for believing in our mission and for investing in our students' success.","fullyFundedDate":1755353122069,"projectUrl":"project/organizing-for-success-in-science-a-tea/9470833/","projectTitle":"Organizing for Success in Science- a Team Approach","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Evans","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1571993_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1534762400698","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bill-evans"},{"teacherId":1571993,"projectId":9135635,"letterContent":"When I wrote this project, my team was desperate for basic notetaking supplies. Thankfully, your generous donations rescued us by providing much-needed lined filler paper. We cobbled together enough pencils and paper folders from stock on hand, and with this gift were able to provide each science student the basics with which to take and keep notes during the busy Spring Testing Season!\r\n\r\nAnd this generous gift became the nexus for our first Fall project. Using the ruled paper as the core, the team wrote projects to provide enough materials (durable plastic folders, pens, pencils, and highlighters) to assemble a complete notetaking kit for every science student in the school. Over the course of this year, we calculate that we will provide these folders to 750 students!\r\n\r\nAnd it all started with this paper. Thank you so very much!","fullyFundedDate":1743607411636,"projectUrl":"project/ruled-paper-for-notetaking-in-science/9135635/","projectTitle":"Ruled Paper for Notetaking in Science","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Evans","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1571993_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1534762400698","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bill-evans"},{"teacherId":9099368,"projectId":8967117,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your help getting our students copies of Maus! We've finished our unit and they've written wonderful book reviews for Maus. This year was the first year that BTW High School has entered the NPL Book Review Contest and we (and the librarians!) are excited to see how that goes. \r\n\r\nThis novel was also an excellent introduction to Holocaust history, and the kids truly learned so much through it. We had many difficult but wonderful conversations and several students have decided to further research the topic on their own and feel called now to educate others on this important moment in history. \r\n\r\nWithout you, none of this would be possible. Your generosity is felt by all of us and truly does make a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1733773436191,"projectUrl":"project/readers-gotta-read/8967117/","projectTitle":"Readers Gotta Read!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Harris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9099368_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y61&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692020595653","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9099368"},{"teacherId":9868580,"projectId":8996641,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity! My athletes have been using the compression tights during cold and rainy outdoor track meets, and they have made a huge difference in keeping them warm and comfortable. When they first received the tights, they were excited and grateful that donors took the time to support their needs. Their smile means so much\r\n\r\nMoving forward, my athletes will continue to work hard, push themselves to new levels, and always remain grateful for the support they've received.","fullyFundedDate":1734368149726,"projectUrl":"project/student-athletes/8996641/","projectTitle":"Student Athletes","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Cuffee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9868580_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734964729629","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9868580"},{"teacherId":9868580,"projectId":9007590,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our athletes were thrilled to receive their brand-new track shoes, just in time for the state championships! The excitement in their eyes when they first laced up their shoes was truly priceless. These high-quality shoes have given them the confidence and support they need to perform at their best. With every stride on the track, they feel the difference, and it's all because of your incredible contribution. Not only have you provided them with essential gear, more .....","fullyFundedDate":1736203578679,"projectUrl":"project/talented-athletes/9007590/","projectTitle":"Talented Athletes","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Cuffee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9868580_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734964729629","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9868580"},{"teacherId":9868580,"projectId":9009202,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your incredible generosity in supporting our students through this project. Your contribution has truly made a significant difference in our sport , and the impact has been immediate and deeply appreciated.\r\n\r\n\"My athletes were thrilled to have sweatpants to practice in and warm up at track meets. Seeing the smiles on their faces was priceless. Thank you to the generous donors who made this possible—I truly appreciate your support. Thank you!!!!!!","fullyFundedDate":1735156290981,"projectUrl":"project/best-opportunity/9009202/","projectTitle":"Best Opportunity","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Cuffee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9868580_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734964729629","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9868580"},{"teacherId":1571993,"projectId":8802573,"letterContent":"Thank you all so much for supporting the replenishment of my measurement equipment. Though we have already completed our \"measurements\" lessons, the digital scales have been wonderful to have on hand. While we have used them several times in Physics class, particularly during construction of crash barriers and during our egg drop project, where determining the mass of materials used is an integral part of the design and engineering process, I have discovered that just leaving them on the counter has had an interesting effect. Students have naturally gravitated toward them as they move about the classroom. After observing students' attempts to weigh everything within reach, I set up a variety of objects typically found in density lessons. I placed a variety of identically sized bars and cubes next to the scales. As I watched students \"weighing\" each item, I noticed their quizzical looks. (Could this be curiosity?!) I smiled as I watched students puzzle the question of how identically sized objects could have such different masses. Their inquiry led to the discussions and impromptu lessons on density.\r\n The scales have also come in handy in working with our chemistry teacher, as you'll notice from the photos. In setting up a lab for students, she realized that her scales were not in the storage room. (I guess the contractors went shopping there, too!) Since I had the ones that you generously provided, I was able to support her efforts to conduct a lab, where the accurate measurement of chemicals was vital.\r\nAs for the digital multimeters, we have not yet begun our unit on Electricity & Magnetism, so the entire class has not been exposed to their use. However, I approached a former Algebra II student of mine and decided to run a train-the-trainer session with him. (Patrick is an inquisitive student that I have supported in two summer research programs at Norfolk State University. He has been exposed to fields of applied science during these sessions and has expressed interest in engaging in materials science research at the university!)\r\n I brought Patrick in one afternoon, and we ran through common, basic uses of the multimeter. I taught him to check voltages of outlets, test batteries, check continuity of wires, etc. Nothing elaborate, but rather an introduction to the functions available. My intention is for him to provide the introductory lesson to the Physics students when we get to the electricity unit.\r\n I look forward to integrating these tools into my instruction. 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