{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Rainier Beach High School","outOfStateSupporters":23.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6866826,"projectId":9852283,"letterContent":"You might think that chart paper is a simple thing that many teachers can live without, however it is one of our biggest tools and we use a lot of it! Especially the post-it type that can easily stick to the wall. This allows us to create posters within minutes, reteach in seconds and move students about the room to make space for bigger and better learning. \r\n\r\nThe chart paper is also very flexible in it's use. For example we can cut it up for smaller things or save the posters to use again, because they stick to the wall for safe keeping. \r\n\r\nThank you for providi","fullyFundedDate":1761580716322,"projectUrl":"project/poster-paper-for-anchor-charts/9852283/","projectTitle":"Poster Paper for Anchor Charts","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DiTommaso","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6866826_orig.jpg?crop=745,745,x1118,y756&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1666325709568","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6866826"},{"teacherId":9727366,"projectId":10141548,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our chess club and getting us the equipment needed to start playing in tournaments. \r\n\r\nThese chess sets and clocks should support our team for a long time and we will only need more if we start getting too successful! That would be a great problem for us to have. \r\n\r\nStudents started checking out the chess books you helped us fund a couple weeks ago and they are starting to get into the world of \"improvers\" and nothing makes me happier. \r\n\r\nThe most important thing about chess club is having a safe place to be after school, build friendships, and enjoy the game. But the second thing that happens when you have a great club, some students want to compete!!!\r\n\r\nWith your donation, we have really stepped up to be ready for over the board tournaments. Thank you so much for helping these students out!!!","fullyFundedDate":1774650676415,"projectUrl":"project/tournament-chess-sets-and-clocks-for-tou/10141548/","projectTitle":"Tournament Chess Sets and Clocks for Tournaments!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. McCoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9727366_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y182&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732400443943","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/seattle-skills-construction-trades"},{"teacherId":9727366,"projectId":10097358,"letterContent":"This project was a lot of fun to do. We had students build a shadow bow for our hallway window. We change it out every few months to show what is happening at the Construction Trades program. We wanted to create a scene of a construction site and this project helped create that. \r\n\r\nThey are not finished with some of the items yet, but we are creating something really fun!!!\r\n\r\nAdditionally, this funded project by you got us new safety signs in two languages that will keep the students minds on safety as they are EVERYWHERE!!!\r\n\r\nIt means so much that we get to provide these fun items for the students. They really created something special and with these items, they got to trick it out a little. They are working on creating mini pallets and I-Beams to have the crane lift. \r\n\r\nThank you for taking care of my class and my students!!!","fullyFundedDate":1772648222993,"projectUrl":"project/art-supplies-and-safety-signs/10097358/","projectTitle":"Art Supplies and Safety Signs","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. McCoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9727366_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y182&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732400443943","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/seattle-skills-construction-trades"},{"teacherId":9727366,"projectId":10121687,"letterContent":"What a game changer!!!\r\n\r\nThe printer works so good, we have paper and ink to make it through a few years it looks like, and the students can finally print their work out on large scale!!!\r\n\r\nMy students spend time learning how to read blueprints and trying to train them on 8x11 sheets of paper was impossible. You could not read the numbers or even the words. I tried printing on 11x18, but that did little to help. \r\n\r\nThat does not matter anymore! With this funded project, we will be able to train students for years to come, they can now print their own work when they get their college AUTOCAD credit, and training will be so much easier from now on. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for taking care of this program, this amazing donation, and for making Construction Trades matter in today's world of education. We will make you proud and the kids will get great paying jobs in the trades thanks to your support!!!","fullyFundedDate":1772648223341,"projectUrl":"project/blueprint-printer-for-college-autocad-co/10121687/","projectTitle":"Blueprint Printer for College Autocad Course!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. McCoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9727366_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y182&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732400443943","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/seattle-skills-construction-trades"},{"teacherId":9727366,"projectId":10082358,"letterContent":"I cannot stress how amazing it is to have snacks for my class. My students come from all over the city, if traffic is bad, they might miss lunch. Having something to take a break, grab a few calories, and then have some energy to get back to work really makes a difference. \r\n\r\nWithout this fundraiser, I simply would not be able to have snacks at all. We were able to fund snacks in the 1st semester and then this one in the 2nd. Hoping to keep finding ways to stretch the snack funding out the best and also see what works best. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for helping out the students and thinking of their needs. I appreciate everything that you do to make this program so amazing.","fullyFundedDate":1770746058898,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-students/10082358/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. McCoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9727366_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y182&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732400443943","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/seattle-skills-construction-trades"},{"teacherId":9727366,"projectId":10151095,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding this project!!!\r\n\r\nChess books are important for learning how to play correctly or enhancing your skills. Videos on YouTube are fun to watch, but they do not challenge the muscle, train the brain for critical thinking. Chess Masters have long known that proper training is either playing long format over the board games or study in a book with a physical board in front of you. You have given me the chance to provide books to the club members the ability to do just that. \r\n\r\nJust this week we checked out our first couple books to the students and a couple chess boards. It thrills me to know that they are working on enhancing their skills all thanks to you.\r\n\r\nThis community has really given to my class and my chess club, providing amazing opportunities for them. \r\n\r\nThank you for being so amazing!!!","fullyFundedDate":1773846917380,"projectUrl":"project/chess-textbooks/10151095/","projectTitle":"Chess Textbooks","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. McCoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9727366_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y182&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732400443943","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/seattle-skills-construction-trades"},{"teacherId":714376,"projectId":9867421,"letterContent":"These materials have quickly turned into something a lot of classes are using, not just one. Teachers really love having a space they can bring students to, with materials ready to go, where kids can actually make and build things for their projects.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite examples is from our Chinese classes. Students used the materials to make really cool cultural displays, combining language and visuals. They were writing characters, building scenes, and presenting ideas in a way that felt creative and real, not just something from a worksheet. You could tell they were proud of what they made.\r\n\r\nWe've also been using the materials in Theory of Knowledge during our art unit. Students are creating visual pieces that explore big questions about perspective, interpretation, and meaning. Instead of just talking about ideas, they are actually building representations of them, which has led to some really thoughtful discussions.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first showed up, students were genuinely excited. A lot of them just wanted to start messing around with them right away. It shifted the vibe in the room. Kids who don't always jump into traditional assignments were suddenly engaged because they could make something and work with their hands.\r\n\r\nNext, we're hoping to build toward bigger projects where students combine research, writing, and design. The goal is for them to create work they can actually share and be proud of, not just turn in and forget about.\r\n\r\nReally appreciate your support. This has made a real difference in how students are learning and engaging in class.","fullyFundedDate":1769848986033,"projectUrl":"project/maker-space-room-supplies/9867421/","projectTitle":"Maker Space Room Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp714376_orig.jpg?crop=1785,1785,x0,y297&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769901787545","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/stevenmiller"},{"teacherId":1064171,"projectId":10078632,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping my amazing students get the canvases they need to work on their amazing artwork! My students use paint to bring their art projects to life. Students express their love of bringing their artwork to life by adding color. My students like having cool colors and clay to choose from. It is an amazing thing to see what a positive ceramic art experience can do for a young person's outlook on life. It is all about LOVE! Thank you for being a change maker in my student's lives!","fullyFundedDate":1771202351819,"projectUrl":"project/please-help-my-students-get-canvases-to/10078632/","projectTitle":"Please Help My Students Get Canvases To Express Themselves!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jefferson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1064171_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1481133362364","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-ajefferson"},{"teacherId":9727366,"projectId":9982257,"letterContent":"Wow!!!\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us get this project funded. \r\n\r\nWe have this new tool room and didn't have any way to really organize our tools. Students jumped at the chance to outfit the area and with the new brackets and magnets, we have finally got a place to store our finish material and drywall corners.\r\n\r\nThe vices also made a huge difference for the students that needed a 3rd hand to work on special projects. The ones that you got us are able to be relocated throughout the year to be in our tool room or out at the work stations!!!\r\n\r\nThank you so much for taking care of us!!!","fullyFundedDate":1769824161576,"projectUrl":"project/tool-room-organization-and-work-bench-vi/9982257/","projectTitle":"Tool Room Organization and Work Bench Vices","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. McCoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9727366_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y182&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732400443943","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/seattle-skills-construction-trades"},{"teacherId":9727366,"projectId":9968350,"letterContent":"I remember when I learned how to use a Block Plane, it was my first real experience using one of the most old school hand tools all the world. I learned from a 76 year old Master Carpenter. He showed me how to sharpen it, how to care for it, and most importantly, how to use it. It's what separates carpenters from master carpenters. \r\n\r\nTwo of my most advanced carpenters in class have learned to sharpen and they have been training the other students. One of those students is learning to use the Block Plane to scribe a cabinet into the wall, what joy it is to see them actually taking the time to install correctly!!!\r\n\r\nThank you for this project, having these tools in the shop will train students today and for the next 20 years!!!","fullyFundedDate":1767218538074,"projectUrl":"project/finishing-hand-tools/9968350/","projectTitle":"Finishing Hand Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. McCoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9727366_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y182&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732400443943","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/seattle-skills-construction-trades"},{"teacherId":9727366,"projectId":9971088,"letterContent":"This project really enhances the program. We has a donation that helped purchase us some chisels and block planes, but to sharpen them, I would have to bring my personal sharpening stones to class and use them. \r\n\r\nThis project does two things! \r\n\r\n1) Trains students on how to sharpen their tools. This is a rare trait in the trades and makes them stronger carpenters.\r\n\r\n2) Makes sure they work with sharp tools that is honestly much safer than using dull blades.\r\n\r\nThank you for this, it's amazing to have the proper stuff to do the job!!!","fullyFundedDate":1767038283853,"projectUrl":"project/finish-carpentry-sharpening-tools/9971088/","projectTitle":"Finish Carpentry Sharpening Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. McCoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9727366_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y182&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732400443943","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/seattle-skills-construction-trades"},{"teacherId":9727366,"projectId":9943206,"letterContent":"This is one of those projects that means a great deal to the overall health and safety of our students!!! We all know that dust is no good in our lungs. Imagine working around dust nonstop at work and not protecting yourself for the long term. \r\n\r\nThis project is going to protect our students and protect me, so let me personally say that I am grateful for your support. \r\n\r\nBecause of this project, we can have two cutting stations inside the shop when the weather is not looking good outside. Believe me when I say, that is so important. Having multiple cutting stations keeps the kids working!","fullyFundedDate":1765491252257,"projectUrl":"project/dust-collection-for-construction-trades/9943206/","projectTitle":"Dust Collection for Construction Trades Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. McCoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9727366_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y182&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732400443943","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/seattle-skills-construction-trades"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_36014","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":854,"numTeachers":43,"percentFrplEligible":85,"percentAsian":27,"percentBlack":40,"percentWhite":4,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":16,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"19.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":76.2,"schoolId":36014,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Rainier Beach High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Rainier Beach High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/washington/district-one-seattle-public-schools/rainier-beach-high-school/36014"}