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{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Port Angeles High School","outOfStateSupporters":25.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4590793,"projectId":6905153,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! The impact of your donation to our \"Hangry Teens Need Snacks!\" project was immediate and heartwarming. When the boxes arrived and the students saw the variety of snacks—especially the favorites they don't always get to have—the classroom was buzzing with excitement. It felt like a celebration, and it instantly boosted the morale of the entire room.\r\n\r\nWe have been using these resources as a daily \"refuel\" during our most intensive work blocks. In a high school setting, many students come to class having missed a meal or feeling the afternoon slump, which can lead to a major loss in focus. By having these snacks readily available, I've noticed a significant shift in engagement. Instead of focusing on their hunger, students are able to dive into our current classroom projects with renewed energy. It has turned our classroom into a space where they feel cared for, which makes them much more willing to take academic risks and participate in discussions.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these resources will continue to support our students as we transition into our final units and end-of-year assessments. Your contribution did more than just fill a pantry; it removed a barrier to learning and showed my students that their community is invested in their success. Thank you for helping us keep the \"hangry\" at bay and for making a tangible difference in our daily lives at Port Angeles High School!\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMrs. Greenstreet","fullyFundedDate":1676344404410,"projectUrl":"project/hangry-teens-need-snacks/6905153/","projectTitle":"Hangry Teens Need Snacks!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Greenstreet","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4590793_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705255288201","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-greenstreet"},{"teacherId":4590793,"projectId":9276460,"letterContent":"I am writing to share the incredible impact your support of our \"Sound Off\" project has had on my classroom. The introduction of this new technology has completely transformed our daily learning environment. In a busy high school classroom, noise levels can often become a barrier to focus, but these new tools have allowed my students to create their own \"concentration zones.\"\r\n\r\nWhat has been most exciting to see is how my students have taken ownership of their learning. For many of them, having high-quality audio equipment means they can engage with digital lessons, primary source recordings, and educational videos without distraction. It has been particularly rewarding to watch a few of my more easily distracted students settle in and find their \"flow state\" almost immediately once they have their gear ready. They are more productive, less stressed, and much more engaged with the curriculum.\r\n\r\nMany people use this kind of technology at home for entertainment, but in our school, it is a vital tool for equity and focus. It ensures that every student, regardless of their learning style, has the environment they need to succeed. Your generosity has provided more than just equipment; you've provided a more inclusive and effective way for my students to learn. Thank you for your continued support of our classroom at Port Angeles High School!\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\n\r\nMrs. Greenstreet","fullyFundedDate":1755881832024,"projectUrl":"project/sound-off/9276460/","projectTitle":"Sound Off","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Greenstreet","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4590793_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705255288201","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-greenstreet"},{"teacherId":4590793,"projectId":10037468,"letterContent":"It looks like you're working on the \"Sweet and Salty!\" impact letter for your donors. Since ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ requires a minimum of 500 characters (usually about 2–3 paragraphs), you'll want to share some specific details about how the snacks have changed the energy in your classroom.\r\n\r\nHere is a draft you can copy and customize to meet that length requirement:\r\n\r\nDraft Impact Letter\r\nDear donors,\r\n\r\nI want to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity in funding our \"Sweet and Salty!\" project. When the boxes of snacks first arrived, the excitement in the classroom was palpable. My students were thrilled to see the variety of treats, and it immediately sparked a sense of community and care. In a high school setting, a little bit of food goes a long way in making students feel seen and supported, especially during those long afternoon periods when energy tends to dip.\r\n\r\nWe have been using these resources as a \"brain boost\" during our more intensive lessons and as rewards for positive engagement. Having a stash of snacks on hand has significantly reduced distractions and helped my students stay focused on their work. It's amazing how a simple granola bar or a bag of pretzels can turn a student's mood around and provide the fuel they need to keep pushing through a difficult assignment. Your support has truly transformed our daily classroom environment into a more welcoming and energized space.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward with our current units, these snacks will continue to serve as a vital resource for my students. Your contribution did more than just provide food; it showed my students that there is a community of people outside our school walls who truly care about their success and well-being. Thank you again for investing in my classroom and for making a tangible difference in the lives of my students at Port Angeles High School.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\n\r\nMrs. Greenstreet","fullyFundedDate":1777486289494,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-and-salty/10037468/","projectTitle":"Sweet and Salty!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Greenstreet","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4590793_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705255288201","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-greenstreet"},{"teacherId":9465423,"projectId":9619642,"letterContent":"We are thrilled to share the incredible impact your generosity has had on our classroom environment. The weighted adaptive utensils and the variety of healthy snacks have not only met a physical need but have also fostered a greater sense of independence and confidence among our students. Thank you for giving us the tools to make everyday tasks easier and our lessons richer!\r\nThe resources are now integrated into our daily routine, transforming both mealtime and nutrition lessons. The weighted and ergonomic adaptive utensils are used every day during our lunch and snack periods. For many students, this simple change has reduced the anxiety and frustration associated with eating. The stability the weighted base provides has allowed students with motor planning challenges or mild tremors to successfully scoop food without needing adult assistance.","fullyFundedDate":1758221283356,"projectUrl":"project/beyond-the-fork-adaptive-tools-and-heal/9619642/","projectTitle":"Beyond the Fork: Adaptive Tools and Healthy Fuel for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Winters","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9465423"},{"teacherId":9844981,"projectId":8959420,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting \"Project Clean Start\" on Donors Choose! You've helped us put together an awesome collection of dental hygiene supplies, and I can't tell you how much of a difference it's already making for our students. We've got our hygiene closet stocked with toothpaste, floss, toothbrushes, and all the basics our kids need, and they know they can grab what they need whenever things get tight at home.\r\n\r\nYour support has been absolutely incredible, especially when we've had to help students who suddenly lost their housing. We've been able to put together emergency care packages for kids who found themselves with nowhere to go overnight, and honestly, we've had way too many of these situations recently. Having these supplies ready to go has been a lifesaver – we can respond right away when these crisis moments happen, and that means everything to these kids.\r\n\r\nI'm amazed at how quickly this little hygiene pantry has become such an important part of our school community. It's not just about having toothpaste and floss available – it's about making sure our students have one less thing to worry about when life gets tough. Your generosity has given these kids something so basic but so important: the ability to take care of themselves and feel confident doing it. Thank you for believing in our students and for helping us be there for them when they need it most.","fullyFundedDate":1743027011347,"projectUrl":"project/project-clean-start/8959420/","projectTitle":"Project \"Clean Start\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brock","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9844981_orig.jpg?crop=1538,1538,x0,y256&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733331773743","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9844981"},{"teacherId":9465423,"projectId":9514153,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your contribution, which has fully funded our \"Real-World Readiness\" project. The combination of vocational tools and dedicated life skills resources has fundamentally changed how our students approach concepts like responsibility, employment, and financial independence. Thank you for investing in their future success!\r\nThese resources have become the foundation of our Classroom Economy and Job Skills Program. The mock time clock system is the centerpiece, used by students every day as they transition into their assigned roles (e.g., materials manager, office messenger, technology assistant). This system adds gravity and realism to their responsibilities, teaching them accountability, promptness, and professional procedures.\r\nThe mock time clock system was an instant hit—it looks and feels like a real office tool, giving their classroom jobs a professional status. They love the physical act of inserting their time card and hearing the satisfying clunk when they punch in or out. 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