{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Ballard High School","outOfStateSupporters":17.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1071857,"projectId":9675724,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for your generous support of our project to add a record turntable to our high school library. We are transforming our space into a true haven—a place where students feel welcomed, supported, and inspired.\r\n\r\nOur library is more than just a study zone. It's a community hub where students come to recharge, connect, and find comfort in the middle of their busy days. With your help, we have created an atmosphere that feels warm and inviting, where the gentle crackle of vinyl and the presence of music set the tone for belonging.\r\n\r\nThis turntable does more than play records—it plays a role in building community. Students help curate the music, shaping the vibe of their shared space and taking pride in making the library feel like home. Whether they're reading, relaxing, or just enjoying the ambiance, your gift makes our library feel very cozy.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the power of atmosphere and for helping us create a library that nurtures the whole student. Your kindness will echo through our halls—one record at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1757771270718,"projectUrl":"project/vinyl-vibes-making-our-library-a-place/9675724/","projectTitle":"Vinyl Vibes: Making Our Library a Place to Belong","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chambers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1071857_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1535986840296","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tuesd-chambers"},{"teacherId":1071857,"projectId":9675779,"letterContent":"Thank You for Supporting Wellness in Our Library!\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your generous support of our project to bring stationary bikes into our high school library. Thanks to you, we're one step closer to creating a space where students can care for both their minds and bodies—a true sanctuary in the middle of their busy school day.\r\n\r\nOur students face enormous pressures, juggling academics, extracurriculars, and life outside of school. With your help, we are offering them a healthy outlet right where they study and read. Pedaling while working isn't just fun—it's backed by research that shows movement can improve focus, elevate mood, and reduce stress. These are exactly the kinds of benefits our students need to thrive.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our vision and in the power of movement to support learning. Your generosity will have a lasting impact on our students, helping them feel better, learn better, and be better.","fullyFundedDate":1757607934674,"projectUrl":"project/pedal-power-ride-into-reading/9675779/","projectTitle":"Pedal Power: Ride Into Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chambers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1071857_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1535986840296","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tuesd-chambers"},{"teacherId":1071857,"projectId":9115037,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our library project! At our school, our mission is to inspire citizens, scholars, artists, and activists—and this project truly speaks to the heart of that goal. We believe that access to relevant, diverse, and thought-provoking books is essential to nurturing informed, engaged young people. Your donation helps us provide our AP Government students with high-interest books that explore politics, government, and civic life in the United States. \r\n\r\nThese books will empower our students to better understand the political systems that shape their lives and the world around them. With greater knowledge, they are not only better prepared for class discussions and academic success—they are also developing the tools they'll need to become informed voters and thoughtful participants in our democracy. With daily opportunities for classroom and independent checkout, students are already showing enthusiasm and curiosity as they dive into these new titles. \r\n\r\nYour support is helping us cultivate a generation of readers who are ready to ask big questions, think critically, and engage with the world as active citizens. Thank you for investing in our students' learning, their voices, and their futures.","fullyFundedDate":1743503171104,"projectUrl":"project/ap-government-books-needed-making-sense/9115037/","projectTitle":"Ap Government Books Needed: Making Sense of Our Political Climate","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chambers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1071857_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1535986840296","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tuesd-chambers"},{"teacherId":1071857,"projectId":9100069,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our recent library project! Your generous contribution helps fuel our mission to inspire citizens, scholars, artists, and activists through access to books and the power of reading. At our school, the library is truly the heart of our student-centered reading culture. Because our library serves all students, we prioritize having a diverse collection that reflects their varied identities, interests, and voices. \r\n\r\nThanks to your support, we are now able to add brand-new copies of our most requested titles—books our students are eager and excited to read. Our voracious readers often walk into the library already knowing exactly what they want. With both classroom and independent checkout opportunities available every day, your donation ensures that our students don't have to wait to get their hands on the stories that inspire them, challenge them, and spark their imagination. \r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your commitment to literacy and student choice. You've helped put great books directly into the hands of passionate readers, and your impact will be felt every single day in our library. Thank you for investing in our readers and in the future they are already shaping through the stories they love.","fullyFundedDate":1742929277149,"projectUrl":"project/student-requested-books-give-them-what/9100069/","projectTitle":"Student Requested Books: Give Them What They Want To Read","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chambers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1071857_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1535986840296","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tuesd-chambers"},{"teacherId":1071857,"projectId":9164861,"letterContent":"Thank You So Much for Supporting Our Library!\r\n\r\nThanks to your generous donation, our library is about to become even more vibrant, creative, and inclusive. Your support of graphic novels and art supplies will open new doors for our students—especially those who may not see themselves in traditional texts.\r\n\r\nGraphic novels like Kindred, The Handmaid's Tale, The Great Gatsby, and Fahrenheit 451 offer powerful visual storytelling that resonates deeply with our readers. These books don't just tell stories—they invite students to see, feel, and imagine in ways that deepen their connection to literature. With your help, we can now offer these transformative texts to more students, sparking conversations, curiosity, and creativity.\r\n\r\nThe art supplies you've funded will empower students to become storytellers themselves. They'll be able to create their own graphic narratives, blending words and images to express their ideas, reflect on what they've read, and share their voices with others. This fusion of reading and creating is where real engagement happens—and where lifelong readers are born.\r\n\r\nOur students are enthusiastic, imaginative, and eager to explore. Because of you, they'll have the tools to do just that. Thank you for believing in their potential and for helping us build a library that celebrates literature in all its forms.","fullyFundedDate":1744308924699,"projectUrl":"project/graphic-novels-art-supplies-help-you/9164861/","projectTitle":"Graphic Novels & Art Supplies Help You Understand","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chambers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1071857_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1535986840296","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tuesd-chambers"},{"teacherId":1071857,"projectId":9095910,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous support in helping us expand our collection of sports-themed books in the library. Your contributions have made it possible for us to provide our student athletes with books that capture their interest and connect their passion for sports with a love of reading. Whether it's fiction that follows the lives of young athletes or nonfiction that dives into the inspiring stories of sports legends, these new books are helping our students see themselves as readers. \r\n\r\nYour kindness has helped us create a more inclusive and engaging library for all of our students. By offering a diverse range of sports-related titles, we are able to support our sports-minded students in seeing reading as an extension of their passion for sports. These books not only inspire a love of reading but also allow students to dream of themselves as the people playing those sports. \r\n\r\nWe are honored to serve our community in a space that now reflects the interests and experiences of our students. \r\n\r\nThank you for helping us make our library a place where everyone feels welcome and eager to explore the world of sports through reading.","fullyFundedDate":1738726115474,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-minds-and-bodies-sports-books-f/9095910/","projectTitle":"Fueling Minds and Bodies: Sports Books for High School Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chambers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1071857_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1535986840296","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tuesd-chambers"},{"teacherId":1071857,"projectId":9038770,"letterContent":"We are deeply grateful for your generous support in helping us engage our high school students in the library. Your contributions have enabled us to offer a variety of activities beyond books, including math games, puzzles, and handheld whiteboards. These resources have helped our library be an even more dynamic and inclusive space where students can build community. Your support has made a significant impact on our efforts to keep students motivated and excited about visiting the library.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has helped us create a welcoming environment that caters to the diverse needs of our students. As they transition from middle school to high school, it is crucial to provide them with opportunities to stay connected to the library. \r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, we can continue to offer engaging events, presentations, and activities that make all students feel included. We are honored to serve our community in a space that now reflects the creativity and inclusivity we strive for. \r\n\r\nThank you for helping us make our library a place where everyone feels welcome and eager to participate.","fullyFundedDate":1738726647703,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-students-engaged-in-the-library/9038770/","projectTitle":"Keeping Students Engaged in the Library!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chambers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1071857_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1535986840296","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tuesd-chambers"},{"teacherId":1071857,"projectId":9039489,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous support in funding new furniture for our library. Your contributions have made our library an even more warm and welcoming environment that students and families truly deserve. The jumbo bean bag, accent chair, and storage ottoman bench have created cozy spots for studying, relaxing, and building community. We are thrilled to see the smiles on students' faces as they enjoy the inviting atmosphere and cozy vibes you have helped create.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and generosity have made a significant impact on our entire community. As a librarian, I am honored to serve our students and staff in a space that now reflects the warmth and inclusivity we strive for. \r\n\r\nThank you for helping us make our library a place where everyone feels welcome and eager to spend time. We deeply appreciate your support in making our vision a reality.","fullyFundedDate":1738358403330,"projectUrl":"project/furniture-for-the-library-a-comfortable/9039489/","projectTitle":"Furniture for the Library: A Comfortable Place for Everyone","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chambers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1071857_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1535986840296","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tuesd-chambers"},{"teacherId":1071857,"projectId":8941527,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous support in funding chess sets for our library. Your contributions have made it possible for our students to engage in the timeless game of chess, fostering collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking. Our passionate chess players, including the newest enthusiasts from the football team, are thrilled to share their love for the game and build a stronger, more connected school community. Your donations have truly made a difference in enhancing the library and bringing students together through the joy of chess.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our project and for helping us provide regulation chess boards that will enable both club and tournament play. Your support has empowered our students to improve their concentration, memory, and problem-solving skills while having fun and learning from one another. \r\n\r\nWe are excited to see the positive impact this will have on our school, and we are deeply appreciative of your generosity.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt thanks,","fullyFundedDate":1738102293462,"projectUrl":"project/every-chess-master-was-once-a-beginner/8941527/","projectTitle":"Every Chess Master Was Once a Beginner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chambers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1071857_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1535986840296","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tuesd-chambers"},{"teacherId":1071857,"projectId":8519260,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us bring our vision of a vibrant Spanish book collection to life! Because of your incredible generosity, our shelves are filled with books that celebrate diversity, foster a love of reading, and build connections through stories.\r\n\r\nThese books will make a meaningful difference for so many students. For those who come to us already fluent in Spanish, this special collection provides a sense of belonging and pride in their language and culture. For our Spanish learners, it is a fun and engaging way to reinforce their language skills and immerse themselves in the beauty of the language.\r\n\r\nYour belief in the transformative power of books is a gift to our students. With your support, we're not just adding books to shelves; we're building a community that values stories, celebrates multilingualism, and welcomes every learner with open arms.\r\n\r\nThank you for being a part of this journey and for making such a profound impact on our students. 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