{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Washington High School","outOfStateSupporters":17.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10183895,"projectId":9615985,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support. Because of your contribution, I was able to bring a thermal printer and essential notebook supplies into my biology classroom. These tools that have made an immediate and meaningful difference for my students. The thermal printer has quickly become a favorite resource. Students are excited to print diagrams and practice problems (which they call \"stickers\") that help them visualize concepts and better organize their interactive notebooks. This small addition has sparked a big increase in engagement, creativity, and ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nYour gift also allowed us to add cardstock tabs and other organizational materials that help students build notebooks they're truly proud of. These resources make complex concepts more accessible and allow students to create study tools that will support them throughout the year. I am deeply grateful for your kindness and investment in my classroom. Your generosity has not only provided supplies, but has helped create a learning environment where students feel empowered, capable, and inspired. Thank you for believing in them and in the work we do every day.","fullyFundedDate":1756387029051,"projectUrl":"project/interactive-biology-notebook-maker-tools/9615985/","projectTitle":"Interactive Biology Notebook Maker Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hunt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10183895_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755403541851","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10183895"},{"teacherId":9745149,"projectId":9554176,"letterContent":"These whiteboards have been a game changer for students who do not like math. All of the students in my classes are students who are re-taking math this year because the failed it last year. The traditional paper and pencil routine didn't work for them. Now, they practice problems on the whiteboards. I can see what they are doing, quickly identify if they need help and they can assess each others work for ideas and strategies. Their success this semester is evidence of their impact as almost all of my students are not just passing, but passing with A's and B's. \r\n\r\nWhen they first saw the whiteboards, they all wanted to draw on them. Everyone likes drawing on new whiteboards. When told them they were for them, they didn't believe me, but you could see the curiosity blooming behind their eyes. Now they are excited to come and do math each day (even if they don't \"like\" math). \r\n\r\nNext steps for my classroom are to incorporate more challenging problems for them to work through with a partner and looking for other strategies for promoting mathematical thinking while using these boards. \r\n\r\nThank you again for funding this project!","fullyFundedDate":1756387052079,"projectUrl":"project/build-a-thinking-classroom/9554176/","projectTitle":"Build a Thinking Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Franko","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9745149"},{"teacherId":3618461,"projectId":9060303,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping my classroom experience new calculators. For years we have been using calculators that are inaccessible to our students. The Numworks calculator has a free app that works just like the calculators at school so I know that the time spent teaching them how to use the technology is worth it because they will be able to use it in the future. With our school moving to a no cell phone policy it has been extremely helpful having calculators on hand that students can use. \r\nSome comments from students were how fancy or nice the calculators felt. They felt like they belonged at a fancy school. Anything that gives our students pride or interest in math is a huge win. I cannot thank you enough.","fullyFundedDate":1745000711133,"projectUrl":"project/help-students-stay-off-their-phones/9060303/","projectTitle":"Help Students Stay Off Their Phones!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. B","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3618461"},{"teacherId":9158824,"projectId":9069515,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students who walk to school will now have reflective safety items to help keep them visible and safe. Many of our kids start and end their school day on foot, often in dim morning light or gray Northwest weather AND the walk zone is currently under major construction which further complicates the walking paths. With these reflective bands and tags, we're hoping it will increase the visibility of our walkers, so drivers can spot them right away, and families can feel reassured that their children are better protected.\r\n\r\nFor our students, these items are more than just gear—they are peace of mind. They mean that a 9th grader walking their younger sibling to school can focus on making it on time instead of worrying about traffic. They mean that a student who loves walking home with friends doesn't have to fear going unnoticed by cars. They mean safety, independence, and confidence on their daily journey.\r\n\r\nYour support shows our kids that their community values them and cares about their well-being, not just inside the classroom but on the way there, too. Thank you for helping us keep every step toward school a safer one.","fullyFundedDate":1741367557441,"projectUrl":"project/walking-school-bus/9069515/","projectTitle":"Walking School Bus","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Plutko","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9158824_orig.jpg?crop=1023,1024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741369429332","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9158824"},{"teacherId":2535001,"projectId":9044739,"letterContent":"Words cannot express how grateful I am for your generous donation to my project. When we stared our unit on triangles and congruent angles, students were excited to use the AngLegs tools to really explore congruency concepts. \r\n\r\nLooking forward to the next school year, I plan on using the Multiplication Brick Math book to help facilitate my emergent learners really understand the matrices involved in multiplying two numbers. I'm excited to share these ideas with them and I anticipate great \"lightbulb\" moments with my students.\r\n\r\nI'm always appreciative of people like you who take time out of their day to support teachers and students who aren't the typical learner.\r\n\r\nThank you so very much!","fullyFundedDate":1743216625698,"projectUrl":"project/pats-thirst-for-more-math-knowledge/9044739/","projectTitle":"Pats Thirst for More Math Knowledge!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. T.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2535001_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1469994886235","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-thumim"},{"teacherId":6180113,"projectId":8935059,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations to my students! I was amazed that my project was fully funded only a week after its launch. My classroom is now stocked full of pencils, dry erase markers, boxes of tissues, erasers, batteries for calculators, and pens. I no longer have to run to my department's supply closet because everything that my students and I need is accessible in my classroom.\r\n\r\nThe students' favorite addition to our classroom is by far is the stamps. It motivates students to complete their work, and I get a big crowd of students asking for a stamp on their paper by the end of the class period. I have never seen my students pushing themselves this much to not only complete their own work, but also to help their classmates earn their stamps. \r\n\r\nOnce again, I deeply appreciate your generosity and dedication to making public education a meaningful place for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1731916208085,"projectUrl":"project/1st-year-teachers-basic-teaching-suppli/8935059/","projectTitle":"1st-Year Teacher's Basic Teaching Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. L","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6180113_orig.jpg?crop=1092,1092,x887,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731364605597","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mao-leonard"},{"teacherId":9745149,"projectId":8804585,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for choosing to fund our Project. I know there are many projects out there, but this one was so incredibly meaningful for our students and school. \r\n\r\nThese pocket talks have been invaluable in the math classroom. With many refugee students entering our school speaking almost no English, these translators have allowed our students to access the curriculum at a level of rigor appropriate for them. Often times, language barriers in schools prevent non-English speakers to reach their full academic potential and often makes them feel isolated and alone. These translators have helped students show the amazing math they are capable of as well as build relationships with their peers and teachers. Some have even become leaders and helpers in the classroom (something that wouldn't have been possible with out the translators). After the hardships they have endured to get here, it is incredibly heartwarming to see them thrive academically as well as make friends and build a community of support. \r\n\r\nIn addition to the classroom use, the pocket talks have also be instrumental in increasing safety instruction. With so many languages, it has been hard to communicate safety drills with our students, especially during an actual emergency. These pocket talks have improved our safety awareness and protocol procedures for our non-English speaking students. They and the school are safer because of it. \r\n\r\nI and my students can't thank you enough for choosing us. It has made a tremendous difference this year.","fullyFundedDate":1729529711529,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-refugeeasylum-students-with/8804585/","projectTitle":"Supporting Refugee/Asylum Students with Language","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Franko","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9745149"},{"teacherId":9158824,"projectId":8720648,"letterContent":"I am deeply grateful for your generous contribution to our DonorsChoose project, \"Building School Community via Events and Gatherings\", which aimed to provide essential materials for our school community-building events. Thanks to your support, we have been able to purchase the folding tables and sound system that are now transforming how we host gatherings and events at Washington High School. \r\nAs we shared, our students are the heartbeat of our community, and this year, our school is navigating significant budget cuts and reduced staff. Despite these challenges, we remain dedicated to fostering an environment where students from all walks of life can come together to learn, grow, and support each other. Your donation has helped strengthen that mission.\r\n\r\nWith the new equipment, we've already hosted a Family Check & Connect Night, bingo for students during Fall Fest and used the speaker to play music while our ASL students signed holiday songs around campus. For instance, during the Family Check & Connect Night, the folding tables allowed us to better display resources and organize information, making it easier for students and families to engage. The sound system was a game-changer during student bingo, allowing everyone to hear announcements clearly, making the event more inclusive and enjoyable for all.\r\n\r\nBy investing in our school community, your support has gone beyond funding an event or \"just\" items; it has made a lasting impact on our students' sense of belonging and connection. Your donation has helped create an atmosphere where everyone feels valued and supported. \r\n\r\nThank you for helping us build a stronger, more connected school community. Your generosity has made a difference in the lives of so many students, and we are deeply appreciative of your commitment to their success.","fullyFundedDate":1726799431679,"projectUrl":"project/building-school-community-via-events-and/8720648/","projectTitle":"Building School Community via Events and Gatherings","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Plutko","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9158824_orig.jpg?crop=1023,1024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741369429332","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9158824"},{"teacherId":2535001,"projectId":8479582,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your support of my classroom with this project for Brick Math. Many of my students struggle with understanding math concepts, such as multiplication of decimals. And there are only so many pennies one can use in a classroom before the students get bored with that sort of manipulative.\r\n\r\nSo when I found the Brick Math system this summer, I knew I had to get it for my classroom and your kindness greatly helped me fulfill my dream. I have to say, it was surprising to me the number of students who had never played with a brick system, even LEGO, so we spent some time learning about the different language involved with being able to identify the different pieces.\r\n\r\nAll in all, I believe your generosity will have a lasting impact on my students as we learn more and more complex numbers and are able to create three-dimensional models to help visualize the math. 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