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There is a quiet confidence that comes from having what you need, and that confidence shows up in the classroom.\r\nBecause of you, my students are better prepared — not just academically, but personally. Your kindness helps create a learning environment where students can focus on growth instead of worrying about basic needs.\r\nThank you for investing in their comfort, dignity, and success.","fullyFundedDate":1769022285328,"projectUrl":"project/caring-for-my-students-beyond-the-classr/10043868/","projectTitle":"Caring for My Students Beyond the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Skurka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9811884"},{"teacherId":9839124,"projectId":10041862,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students now have access to body wash, toothpaste, shampoo, deodorant, as well as hats and gloves to keep them warm. These essentials do more than meet basic needs — they help students feel comfortable, confident, and ready to learn.\r\nFor some of my students, worrying about staying warm or having personal care items can be a quiet distraction. Your support removes that worry. I have already seen students come to school more prepared and more at ease, knowing they have what they need.\r\nThank you for stepping in to support both the well-being and the dignity of my students. Your kindness is making a real and immediate difference in their daily lives.","fullyFundedDate":1768871804281,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-my-students-warm-clean-and-rea/10041862/","projectTitle":"Keeping My Students Warm, Clean, and Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Spohn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9839124"},{"teacherId":9817736,"projectId":10042533,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing body wash, face wash, and shampoo for my students. These everyday essentials may seem small, but for some of my students, they are not always guaranteed at home.\r\nWhen the supplies arrived, students were genuinely grateful. Having access to personal care items helps them feel clean, confident, and ready to focus on learning. It removes one quiet barrier that can affect a student's comfort and self-esteem.\r\nYour generosity supports not only their physical well-being, but their ability to walk into school each day with dignity. I am deeply thankful for your kindness and for the difference you are making in their lives.","fullyFundedDate":1768851612595,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-my-students-warm-clean-and-rea/10042533/","projectTitle":"Keeping My Students Warm, Clean, and Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9817736"},{"teacherId":9818843,"projectId":10055541,"letterContent":"I am so grateful for your generous support in providing backpacks and hoodies for my students. What may seem like simple items truly make a meaningful difference in their daily lives.\r\nWhen the backpacks and hoodies arrived, the energy in the room shifted immediately. Students were excited, but also deeply appreciative. For some, having a sturdy backpack means finally having a reliable place to organize schoolwork, carry books safely, and feel prepared each day. A hoodie may seem small, but during cold mornings or long bus rides, it becomes a source of comfort and security.\r\nOne student carefully adjusted their new backpack straps and said, \"Now I don't have to worry about mine breaking.\" Another immediately put on their hoodie and smiled, clearly proud. These moments may seem quiet, but they are powerful. They give students a sense of ownership, stability, and confidence.\r\nWe are already seeing the impact in the classroom. Students are coming to school more prepared and more focused. When they don't have to worry about staying warm or whether their belongings will make it through the day, they can concentrate more fully on learning.\r\nAs we move forward in our current lessons, we are continuing to build independence and responsibility — organizing materials, managing assignments, and setting academic goals. Thanks to you, my students have the tools to do that successfully.\r\nYour generosity has provided more than backpacks and hoodies. You have provided dignity, confidence, and reassurance. 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Students were genuinely excited, not in a loud way, but in the quiet, meaningful way that shows something truly matters. Several students asked if they could choose items for themselves, and you could see the pride in their faces as they selected what they needed. Having access to hygiene products allows them to come to school feeling prepared and confident. The hats, gloves, and hoodies are already being worn daily, especially during cold mornings.\r\nWe are using these resources thoughtfully and discreetly so that students can access what they need without feeling singled out. The impact goes far beyond the items themselves. When students feel clean, warm, and comfortable, they participate more willingly, collaborate more openly, and focus more fully on their academic work. That sense of security makes a measurable difference in our classroom environment.\r\nOur next steps continue to focus on both academic growth and community awareness. As part of our current lessons, students are discussing how small acts of service can strengthen a community. Because of your support, they are experiencing that lesson firsthand. They are learning not only from textbooks, but from real examples of generosity and compassion.\r\nThank you for investing in my students' well-being and success. Your contribution is making a meaningful and lasting difference.","fullyFundedDate":1768621857554,"projectUrl":"project/warmth-care-and-everyday-essentials-fo/10021340/","projectTitle":"Warmth, Care, and Everyday Essentials for My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lipko","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9787720"},{"teacherId":10414636,"projectId":10047449,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has become more than just a place of learning, it has become a place of comfort, dignity, and security.\r\nWhen the boxes arrived, my students' first reaction was pure excitement. There were smiles, whispered \"thank yous,\" and visible relief. For some of my students, coming to school each day means doing their very best despite not always having the proper means to keep up with hygiene at home. With these new resources, warm items and hygiene products, they now have essential items to help them stay clean, warm, and confident.\r\nOne moment that stayed with me was watching a student quietly choose their items and tuck them into their backpack with a small smile. It wasn't about the items selected itself, it was about what it represented: feeling cared for. That sense of being seen and supported carries into our classroom every day.\r\nWe are using these materials discreetly and respectfully, ensuring that students can access what they need without drawing attention. When basic needs are met, students participate more freely, focus more fully, and engage more confidently in lessons. Your support directly impacts their ability to learn.\r\nAs we move forward, we are continuing to build a classroom culture centered on empathy and service. My students are currently working on projects that emphasize community care and responsibility, learning that small acts of kindness can have a powerful ripple effect. Because of you, they are not only receiving support, they are witnessing generosity in action.\r\nThank you for giving my students warmth, confidence, and dignity. Your kindness is felt every single day in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1769144384680,"projectUrl":"project/comfort-and-care-for-my-students-this-wi/10047449/","projectTitle":"Comfort and Care for My Students This Winter","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McMahon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10414636"},{"teacherId":9787720,"projectId":9903918,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our project. 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Your donation is not only impacting what we are doing right now, but also shaping how my students will learn and grow in the weeks and months to come.\r\nThank you again for giving my students this opportunity. Your generosity has made a lasting impact, and we are so grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1764005412714,"projectUrl":"project/season-of-giving-holiday-dinner-bag-ini/9912319/","projectTitle":"Season of Giving: Holiday Dinner Bag Initiative","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lipko","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9787720"},{"teacherId":9787720,"projectId":9922934,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to resources that are already making a meaningful difference in our classroom, both academically and emotionally.\r\nWhen the materials arrived, my students were genuinely excited. Many of them immediately asked questions about how we would use them and wanted to explore everything right away. It was one of those moments as a teacher where you can see students feel seen and valued, knowing that someone outside our school cared enough to invest in their learning.\r\nWe are currently using these resources during our lessons to deepen understanding and encourage hands-on engagement. One particularly special moment came when students were able to use the materials together, collaborating and supporting one another as they worked through the activity. I could see confidence growing, especially in students who are often hesitant to participate. Having the right tools available has allowed them to take risks, ask questions, and feel proud of their work.\r\nLooking ahead, these materials will continue to be a part of our daily learning. They will support upcoming lessons and projects, helping students build skills over time rather than just for a single activity. Your donation is not only impacting what we are doing right now, but also shaping how my students will learn and grow in the weeks and months to come.\r\nThank you again for giving my students this opportunity. Your generosity has made a lasting impact, and we are so grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1766067704894,"projectUrl":"project/season-of-giving-holiday-dinner-bag-ini/9922934/","projectTitle":"Season of Giving: Holiday Dinner Bag Initiative","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lipko","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9787720"},{"teacherId":2511672,"projectId":9207656,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have the materials they need to fully experience Dungeons & Dragons in our school's gaming club. When they first saw the rulebooks, dice, and battle maps, they were eager to dive in, flipping through the pages and discussing character ideas. 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Thank you for making this possible—we truly appreciate it.","fullyFundedDate":1742947313345,"projectUrl":"project/roll-for-initiative-unleashing-creativi/9207656/","projectTitle":"Roll for Initiative: Unleashing Creativity, Teamwork, and Problem-Solving","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Capsambelis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mcapsambelis"},{"teacherId":3971411,"projectId":8978027,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our Learning Skills to Sell at Farmers Market project has provided students with invaluable hands-on experience in entrepreneurship, communication, and financial literacy. Through this initiative, students learned how to prepare, package, and market products, gaining real-world skills that will benefit them beyond the classroom. 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About this school
Riverview Junior Senior High School is
a suburban public school
in Oakmont, Pennsylvania that is part of Riverview School District.
It serves 441 students
in grades 7 - 12 with a student/teacher ratio of 10.8:1.
Its teachers have had 47 projects funded on Ðǿմ«Ã½.
Public School
Grades 7 - 12
441 Students
41 Teachers
100 Hulton RdContact info is sourced from our partners at MDR Education, and Ðǿմ«Ã½ updates our site ahead of each school year.
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Riverview Junior Senior High School
$34,921
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teachers
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7
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Riverview Junior Senior High School has received support from
125 individuals from Pennsylvania and
33 individuals out-of-state.