{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Slinger High School","outOfStateSupporters":27.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4444926,"projectId":9785063,"letterContent":"This project has brought so much joy to my Student Council and the kids that they've worked closely with. My leaders have been able to plan multiple events for kids including a Kindness Retreat this fall, a back-to-school festival, and an upcoming free babysitting Santa Sitters to encourage kindness and mental health for both youth and parents -- giving them time to plan for Christmas.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your generosity in helping us with supplies of snacks, fidget toys, and prizes for our activities. We help our high school students make sure that they also have snacks to feed their brains during the long school day. These small things add up in so many ways!","fullyFundedDate":1761159887551,"projectUrl":"project/spreading-kindness-and-mental-health/9785063/","projectTitle":"Spreading Kindness and Mental Health","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Keliher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4444926_orig.jpg?crop=1484,1485,x0,y89&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657576024575","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-keliher"},{"teacherId":10010688,"projectId":9306181,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your contribution to my classroom! The original intent was to have copies of Shakespeare's \"Twelfth Night\" donated, but the copies were no longer available. With the credit, I opted for a standing desk riser, which has been so helpful! It keeps me alert in the classroom and helps improve productivity, as I'm able to stay on my feet, quickly moving between my desk and the students. \r\n\r\nThis donation is helping create a positive environment, and I couldn't do it without you! Thanks for supporting teachers like me and the next generation!","fullyFundedDate":1748367282561,"projectUrl":"project/books-and-bright-ideas/9306181/","projectTitle":"Books and Bright Ideas","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wienss","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10010688_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746201957204","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10010688"},{"teacherId":9522850,"projectId":9486385,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom now has a well-stocked snack stash that is making a huge difference for my students. We use these snacks as a quick, healthy energy boost to help students stay focused and engaged throughout the school day, especially during challenging lessons or transitions.\r\n\r\nOne memorable moment was when a student who often struggles with self-regulation asked for a snack before a difficult biology activity. After eating, they were noticeably calmer and more confident, which led to better participation and success in the lesson.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the snack stash, their faces lit up with excitement and gratitude—they felt cared for and supported, which boosted their motivation and classroom community. They have said many times this year that I \"have the best snacks ever,\" and it's all because of the help you gave me to get good snacks for my students! :)\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we will continue integrating these resources to support students' as they work on their school work and study for tests - now they won't have to do those tiring tasks on an empty stomach! \r\n\r\nThank you for helping create a positive and nurturing learning environment!","fullyFundedDate":1753406873299,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-for-focus-feeding-hungry-minds/9486385/","projectTitle":"Fuel for Focus: Feeding Hungry Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gensler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9522850_orig.png?crop=337,337,x480,y765&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714504201472","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9522850"},{"teacherId":10004053,"projectId":9384908,"letterContent":"Thank you to all who donated towards my classroom project. I was truly exciting to see all the new books arriving during our first week of school. Immediately, when I mentioned new books were available, in honesty, I received some skeptical looks from my students. However, when they investigated my shelves, I noted that many seemed surprised and excited about the titles I selected. These books were contemporary, had a more wide range of topics, and actually looked cool to them. I had a few mention that there were some books their friends had recommended or they had seen these titles on social media. \r\n\r\nWithin my first class of the day, 6 out of the 25 books I received were checked out. As an educator, it was so incredible to see kids eagerly grabbing a copy vs. just skimming the shelves and walking away. Over the years, I have seen such a rapid decline in not only reading skills but just the desire to read as well. When I talked to my students, many admitted they don't really hate reading, but they can never \"get into\" the book. So, in other words, they haven't found the right fit for them. These new books open that opportunity and give them the resources to find what they might enjoy. Even if it just reaches one student, that alone makes a difference. And you all are part of that difference now. \r\n\r\nIn the next couple weeks, I look forward to chatting with kids during their independent reading time to see how they are enjoying their selections. Some books will also be utilized in the units we are learning. For example, \"Dragon Hoops\" is a graphic novel written by an author my sophomores are currently studying. Therefore if they like the assigned text, they have another by the same author readily available. \r\n\r\nSo, thank you again. None of this would have been possible without you!","fullyFundedDate":1749684305999,"projectUrl":"project/fresh-books-bright-futures/9384908/","projectTitle":"Fresh Books = Bright Futures","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bergmann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10004053"},{"teacherId":4444926,"projectId":9223003,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project of positive messages on posters. We are starting off the new school year with these messages on large paper and posted around the school to set the tone for the year.\r\n\r\nYour donation of paper and markers will sustain us for several projects this year that help spread mental health awareness and support. It was so fun to see the creativity these students have for bringing everyone together. Students learn the value of hope, courage, and support for one another.\r\n\r\nWe appreciate your generosity. It makes an incredible difference in so many lives.","fullyFundedDate":1749822082988,"projectUrl":"project/positive-posters/9223003/","projectTitle":"Positive Posters","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Keliher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4444926_orig.jpg?crop=1484,1485,x0,y89&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657576024575","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-keliher"},{"teacherId":4444926,"projectId":9147978,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the six packages of healthy snacks for teens. Each day, hungry students stop in the office for a quick pick-me-up to make sure they can focus on their school lessons. These snacks not only feed their brain and stomachs, they allow kids to feel a sense of belonging and being cared for at school. Students talk to teachers, administration, and office staff, and they communicate what's going on in their lives. It is a safe space to celebrate and share concerns.\r\n\r\nMy students take pride in sharing these snacks with the student body and bringing them comfort. There are so many ways we teach important values in a school setting, and this is definitely one of them.\r\n\r\nThank you! Thank you! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1742952820168,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-snacks-for-teens/9147978/","projectTitle":"Healthy Snacks for Teens","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Keliher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4444926_orig.jpg?crop=1484,1485,x0,y89&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657576024575","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-keliher"},{"teacherId":9022182,"projectId":9067893,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity in supporting my project to bring the classics to life via graphic novels. For the students in Alternative Education, reading classic novels can be challenging as they struggle to look deeper into theme and author's craft. By using graphic novels, they can understand the novel easier and also are more engaged!\r\n\r\nWhile the students are reading in pairs, I have been hearing \"look at this\" and \"oh, that's what they meant\" as the point out items in the pictures to each other and relate them to the text and/or assignments. \r\n\r\nNot everyone is able to learn in the same way; it's the diversity in learning styles that makes teaching challenging yet fun! When a student connects with a novel, great things happen. THANK YOU for being a part of that!","fullyFundedDate":1739455289588,"projectUrl":"project/capturing-the-classics-with-graphic-nove/9067893/","projectTitle":"Capturing the Classics With Graphic Novels!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wagner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9022182_orig.jpg?crop=3000,3000,x506,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714764730964","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9022182"},{"teacherId":4444926,"projectId":9039855,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in helping my classroom purchase healthy snacks for high school students. These snacks help students who come to school without breakfast or have a small lunch. Healthy food keeps them motivated to stay focused in the classroom, and kids are more successful because of this.\r\n\r\nStudents are excited to have a friendly, safe place to ask for food. They feel comfortable going to the office to ask for a snack. 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