{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Riverside University High School","outOfStateSupporters":30.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8501225,"projectId":9460236,"letterContent":"It is with great gratitude and appreciation that I submit this impact letter to you for your kindness and willingness to give towards \" Claw Cafe: Our Job Skills\" With the funding of all the materials and snacks for students, we have been able to tap into further learning of life and vocational skills that really meet the needs of the unique students in our learning community. Seeing them motivated and engaged on a whole new level, with these tools that are normal to most, but not necessarily available to them, has been exciting!\r\n\r\nAgain, thank you for your donation. We thank you that our students now have abundance in school, even though that may not be the case elsewhere.","fullyFundedDate":1757774965019,"projectUrl":"project/claw-cafe-our-job-skills/9460236/","projectTitle":"Claw Cafe: Our Job Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Osley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8501225_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752810661105","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8501225"},{"teacherId":5698951,"projectId":8822461,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our incredible yearbook club and the creative students who bring our school's story to life. Our club is made up of enthusiastic, hardworking students who pour their energy into capturing the moments that make our community special. They come from a wide range of backgrounds and each brings a unique perspective to the pages they design. Photography, storytelling, and design are passions they take seriously, and their goal is always the same—to create a yearbook that every student will cherish for years to come.\r\n\r\nWith your help, we are able to request new cameras that will significantly elevate the quality of our work. These upgraded tools will allow our students to take clear, vibrant, high-quality photos of school events, sports games, daily student life, and the candid moments that define our school experience. Having access to better equipment not only improves the final product but also helps our students grow as photographers, giving them hands-on experience with professional-level tools.\r\n\r\nThese cameras will be used constantly—not only by the yearbook club, but also by other groups across the school who need high-quality images for projects and events. Your support ensures that our students can capture the true spirit of our school with confidence and creativity. Thank you for helping us create a yearbook that reflects who we are and celebrates the moments that matter most.","fullyFundedDate":1734046377649,"projectUrl":"project/capturing-memories-cameras-for-our-year/8822461/","projectTitle":"Capturing Memories: Cameras for Our Yearbook Club!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Asad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5698951_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536277000397","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msasad"},{"teacherId":5698951,"projectId":7189041,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting a project that brings joy, motivation, and a sense of achievement to my students. My kiddos are wonderful, hardworking young people who absolutely light up when they earn incentives in the classroom. Throughout the school day, they have opportunities to earn prizes for positive behavior, academic effort, and personal growth. Your generosity allows me to offer a wider variety of rewards—lollipops, potato chips, candy, and other small treats—so every student can find something they're excited about. Having choices helps all students feel included and valued.\r\n\r\nThese incentives truly make a difference. When students know they have something fun to look forward to, they come to class eager to participate and do their best. I've already seen how a simple prize can brighten a tough day or spark new enthusiasm in a student who's been struggling. Even though they're \"big kids,\" they still love to celebrate their accomplishments—and these rewards give them a positive, age-appropriate way to enjoy that success.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, I can make our classroom a place where learning feels exciting and rewarding. You're helping me create an environment that encourages effort, builds confidence, and reminds students that their hard work matters. Thank you for making education a little more fun for my kiddos.","fullyFundedDate":1679434477360,"projectUrl":"project/support-the-snacks/7189041/","projectTitle":"Support the Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Asad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5698951_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536277000397","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msasad"},{"teacherId":5698951,"projectId":7063452,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this project and helping meet a very real need in my classroom. Throughout the day, many of my students come to me looking for food, snacks, or something to drink because they haven't eaten lunch or simply didn't get enough to feel satisfied. Your generosity ensures that I can offer them something nourishing right when they need it, helping them stay focused, calm, and ready to learn. The difference is immediate—students settle into their lessons more easily and are able to participate without the distraction of hunger.\r\n\r\nI have been doing my best all year to provide snacks and drinks on my own, but the need has grown far beyond what I could sustain. Thanks to your support, I can now keep a steady supply of resources that help my students start their day energized and finish it strong. These snacks are simple, but the impact is powerful: students can concentrate better, stay engaged longer, and feel cared for in a way that makes our classroom a safer, more supportive environment.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has given my students more than food—you've given them the chance to learn with confidence and clarity. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in their daily lives.","fullyFundedDate":1672455212891,"projectUrl":"project/fund-the-food/7063452/","projectTitle":"Fund the Food!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Asad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5698951_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536277000397","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msasad"},{"teacherId":5698951,"projectId":6889696,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting a project that meets one of my students' most essential needs. Many of my students come to my classroom throughout the day looking for snacks or something to drink because they haven't eaten lunch, skipped breakfast, or simply didn't get enough to keep them going. Your generosity has made it possible for me to provide the nourishment they need so they can concentrate, stay energized, and fully participate in their learning. I've already noticed a difference—students are more focused, more settled, and more engaged because hunger is no longer standing in their way.\r\n\r\nWith the snacks and drinks you helped provide—chips, crackers, cookies, water, and more—I've been able to support students from the moment the day begins until the final bell rings. Before this project, I was doing my best to keep up with the need on my own, often buying snacks out of pocket and still struggling to meet demand. Now, I can consistently offer something to students who need it, creating a more supportive, welcoming classroom environment where everyone can show up ready to learn.\r\n\r\nYour contribution didn't just fill a bin—it lifted a burden from both me and my students. Because of you, they can start the day prepared, stay focused throughout their classes, and finish strong. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in their well-being and in our daily classroom experience.","fullyFundedDate":1666273570334,"projectUrl":"project/feed-the-children/6889696/","projectTitle":"Feed the Children","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Asad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5698951_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536277000397","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msasad"},{"teacherId":5698951,"projectId":6561373,"letterContent":"The moment the new snack bins were unpacked, my students' curiosity kicked in immediately. Throughout the day, they stopped by the bins to see what was available—granola bars, crackers, trail mix, and all the small boosts they're usually missing when hunger hits. We've already woven the snacks into our classroom routines: students can grab something before quizzes, during independent reading, or after showing extra effort in group work. Just last week, during a long research session in history class, a student who had been struggling to stay focused grabbed a quick snack and returned to his project with renewed energy. That small break completely changed his momentum.\r\n\r\nTheir initial reactions were genuinely heartwarming. Some students smiled and said things like, \"This is awesome,\" while others seemed relieved to know they had access to food without needing to ask or explain. One student simply gave a quiet thumbs-up after taking a pack of crackers, which said more than words could. The bins created an immediate sense of comfort and support in our classroom, and the students felt it right away.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward with our current projects—especially longer writing assignments and collaborative presentations—the snack bins will continue to play a meaningful role. They help students stay focused during extended work periods and give me a simple way to encourage strong effort. Thanks to your generosity, my students can invest more fully in their learning without the distraction of hunger, and we're excited to keep building on that positive momentum.","fullyFundedDate":1662950735132,"projectUrl":"project/snacking-to-succeed/6561373/","projectTitle":"Snacking to Succeed","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Asad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5698951_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536277000397","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msasad"},{"teacherId":5698951,"projectId":9254817,"letterContent":"When the new snacks arrived, my students immediately noticed the neatly organized bins along the side counter. We started using the resources right away—students can quietly take a granola bar before a test, grab trail mix to refuel during a long work period, or choose a fruit snack as a reward for meeting a goal. One of my favorite moments came during a group project in English class: a normally distracted student asked if he could grab a quick snack from the bin before presenting. After a granola bar and a deep breath, he delivered one of his strongest presentations of the year. It was a small reminder of how something simple can make a meaningful impact.\r\n\r\nTheir reactions on the first day were a mix of excitement, relief, and genuine gratitude. Several students asked, \"Are these really for us?\" and one quietly said, \"This helps a lot, thank you.\" It was clear that having these snacks available made them feel cared for and supported, and the atmosphere in the room shifted—students settled in more quickly and were able to focus without the distraction of hunger.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, the snacks are becoming a helpful part of our current classroom projects, especially as we move into longer research assignments and collaborative group work. The next step is teaching students how to manage their time and energy during these extended tasks, and the snack bin plays a small but important role in keeping them motivated. Thanks to your generosity, my students can continue tackling challenging lessons with the focus and confidence they deserve.","fullyFundedDate":1750872418105,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-for-learning-snacks-to-support-stu/9254817/","projectTitle":"Fuel for Learning: Snacks to Support Student Focus and Motivation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Asad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5698951_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536277000397","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msasad"},{"teacherId":3927525,"projectId":9657341,"letterContent":"Every year I get the privilege of meeting new students and helping them grow into the people they want to be. They show up ready to learn and ready to take on whatever challenges and opportunities they will meet. It's one of the greatest joys of teaching, getting to witness that change and their willingness to do it all.\r\n\r\nIt is so wonderful to be able to help them get there, to offer rewards when they accomplish the things they set out to do. Your donations help me help them- with whatever it is they want to accomplish in the year. My students and I thank you for thinking of us, and believing that the work we do here is worthy of caring for. Thank you for helping to make our successful year possible.","fullyFundedDate":1759265636276,"projectUrl":"project/happy-classroom/9657341/","projectTitle":"Happy Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gauthier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3927525"},{"teacherId":5544720,"projectId":6106338,"letterContent":"I'm so grateful for your generous support of my DonorsChoose projects. Because of you, my students have access to the supplies they need to stay engaged, organized, and successful every day. Your kindness helps create a classroom environment where students feel supported and ready to learn. Thank you for investing in our school community — your impact is felt far beyond the items you helped provide!\r\n\r\nAt Riverside University High School, many of our students rely on the resources available in the classroom to meet their academic goals. 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