{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Chaparral High School","outOfStateSupporters":49.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9010102,"projectId":10040452,"letterContent":"My students are loving our new chair and the new space I'm creating. The chair is for students who finish their work! Can't sit there if you owe me assignments, so it's a great incentive and reward. Recently, I had a student submit a writing task after working for an hour and then head straight to the chair, beaming. He looked at me and said, \"I'm finished!\"\r\n\r\nThey were excited to see something new in my already warm and friendly space. It made them feel even more welcome.\r\n\r\nIn the future, I would like to add two more chairs where small groups can rotate through and experience a different work space. \r\n\r\n(I usually sit in it during my lunch! Thanks!)\r\n\r\nThe organizational cabinet has been housing the magazines I have for students to view, so they can be more aware of genres of writing and identitfying containers for magazine articles found on online platforms. I have started migrating some hard copies of readings, handouts, and chapters from our books for annotation practice into the cabinet. I will be adding some new classes next year that will fill up that space.","fullyFundedDate":1768771602775,"projectUrl":"project/get-organized-get-access/10040452/","projectTitle":"Get Organized! Get Access!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mauriello","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9010102"},{"teacherId":10043543,"projectId":10032964,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom through the DonorsChoose program. Because of your kindness, we were able to provide multiple pairs of sweatpants for our health office, ensuring that students have access to clean, comfortable clothing when unexpected accidents occur.\r\n\r\nThis project has made a meaningful difference in our school community. For many students, having a change of clothes readily available helps preserve their dignity and allows them to return to class feeling confident and supported, rather than embarrassed or distracted. What might seem like a small resource can have a big emotional impact—helping students stay focused on learning and feel cared for during vulnerable moments.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has helped us create a more compassionate and responsive environment for our students. We are deeply grateful for your generosity and for making a positive difference in their daily lives.","fullyFundedDate":1768705838458,"projectUrl":"project/sweatpants-can-save-the-day/10032964/","projectTitle":"Sweatpants Can Save the Day!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shockley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10043543"},{"teacherId":10410262,"projectId":10036482,"letterContent":"We extend our deepest gratitude for your generous donation of school supplies to our high school Sociology and World History classes. Your support directly enriches our students' learning experiences and ensures they have the tools needed to succeed academically.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and commitment to education are sincerely appreciated. This contribution will have a lasting impact on our classroom community, and we are truly thankful for your generosity and thoughtfulness. Your donation helps create a more equitable learning environment for all students. It also inspires a greater sense of motivation and engagement in the classroom. We are honored by your support and thankful for your investment in our students' futures.","fullyFundedDate":1768757413988,"projectUrl":"project/mr-ss-world-history-and-sociology-supp/10036482/","projectTitle":"Mr. S's World History and Sociology Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schlesselman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10410262"},{"teacherId":10402344,"projectId":10010484,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our classroom. Because of your donations, my students have access to important everyday materials that help our class run smoothly and make learning more enjoyable. The pencils have already been put to great use—students are able to quickly grab one when they need it instead of worrying about not having supplies. The glue sticks have been especially helpful for our interactive notebooks, which we use regularly to organize notes, complete activities, and keep track of key ideas throughout our units. The paper you provided has also allowed me to print assignments, worksheets, and learning materials that students use during lessons and for practice.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new materials, they were incredibly excited—especially about the snacks. Many of them immediately expressed gratitude and were eager to pick out a pencil to use for their work. The snacks have been particularly meaningful because they help students stay focused and energized during class. Having a small snack available can make a big difference, especially for students who may not have had time to eat earlier in the day. It created a sense of excitement and appreciation in the classroom, and students were quick to say thank you to the people who made it possible.\r\n\r\nYour support truly makes a difference in our classroom community. These resources help remove small barriers that can sometimes get in the way of learning, allowing students to focus on their work and participate fully in class activities. My students and I are incredibly grateful for your kindness and generosity, and we appreciate the role you play in supporting their education. Thank you for helping make our classroom a place where students feel supported, prepared, and ready to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1769177563618,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-necessities/10010484/","projectTitle":"Classroom Necessities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jarlson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10402344"},{"teacherId":5682033,"projectId":10000832,"letterContent":"Because of your incredible generosity, my classroom has transformed into a vibrant hub of hands-on creativity! With the new paint and yarn at their fingertips, my students across every class are creating awesome projects. Students are using yarn to explore texture and pattern, creating intricate weavings that help develop fine motor skills. The students were so excited to see the brand new yarn shipment come in and they got right to using the new materials.\r\n\r\nOur new paint allowed students to experiment with color and allowed them to turn blank canvases into personal masterpieces. When students saw the new paint come out, their faces lit up. \r\n\r\nThank you for giving my student the freedom to show the world what they are capable of creating!","fullyFundedDate":1768489361114,"projectUrl":"project/art-supplies/10000832/","projectTitle":"Art Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Austin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5682033_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699384686274","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5682033"},{"teacherId":9347388,"projectId":10004742,"letterContent":"Thank you for supplying my students with the materials they need in order to best learn and improve their understanding of science. They will get to do many labs as a result of tese supplies that have been provided by you. Science is so awesome and being about to work with hands on experiments is best. Thank you for supplying my students with the materials they need in order to best learn and improve their understanding of science. They will get to do many labs as a result of tese supplies that have been provided by you. Science is so awesome and being about to work with hands on experiments is best.","fullyFundedDate":1768179748658,"projectUrl":"project/3d-science/10004742/","projectTitle":"3D Science","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Archer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9347388_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698785222601","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9347388"},{"teacherId":10411108,"projectId":10037424,"letterContent":"Warm greetings! \r\n\r\nOn behalf of Life skills class, we would like to express our deepest gratitude for your generous support and kindness. Your donation has made a meaningful difference in our class. Because of your generosity, we were able to provide essential learning materials and resources that will greatly support our students' academic growth, life skills experience, especially those with special needs who needs more motivation and resources. The joy and excitement on my students face when we received the materials were truly priceless. Your compassion and willingness to help inspire us to continue working hard to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment for our life skills students. Thank you for believing in our mission and for being a blessing to our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1768754400982,"projectUrl":"project/life-skills-engaging-tools-to-learning/10037424/","projectTitle":"Life Skills Engaging Tools to Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Geraldine","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10411108"},{"teacherId":9355677,"projectId":10002952,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. When we receive the package especially the printer, we immediately open and used it. I let the kids load some papers on it so we can print colorful engaging materials to use because they love coloring. When the students first receive the project materials like bags, pens and notebooks, their reaction were filled with excitement and curiosity. Most of them smiled widely, immediately opening the materials and touching it with eagerness. Some express joy by saying \"Is this for us?\" Their eyes lit up as they explore the colorful printer and interactive resources inside the package. The dominant emotions that I observe to my student were happiness, excitement, curiosity and motivation. The project not only provided learning materials but also fostered positive emotional responses that enhanced engagement and participation in the classroom. More power for the donors!","fullyFundedDate":1768581050135,"projectUrl":"project/ready-to-learn-kit-program/10002952/","projectTitle":"Ready to Learn Kit Program","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. ALLEN BARGAMENTO","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9355677"},{"teacherId":9349810,"projectId":9988361,"letterContent":"My project on culturing non‑pathogenic bacteria on agar plates and building DNA double‑helix models with playdough complements one another by making microbiology and molecular genetics tangible for students: the bacterial lab teaches hypothesis formation, aseptic technique, data collection, and analysis through observing colony growth under controlled conditions. The DNA playdough models clarify base pairing, antiparallel strands, and replication visually and kinesthetically. Together, they strengthen scientific reasoning, laboratory and communication skills, and cross‑curricular connections, especially for diverse learners through scaffolded tasks and low‑cost materials.","fullyFundedDate":1768022233183,"projectUrl":"project/handson-dna-models-microbe-detectives/9988361/","projectTitle":"Hands‑On Dna Models & Microbe Detectives","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Urbina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9349810_orig.jpg?crop=304,304,x0,y52&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699675337856","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9349810"},{"teacherId":10403395,"projectId":10016463,"letterContent":"Thank you for believing in my students and in the power of creative, meaningful learning. Your generosity does more than provide supplies—it creates opportunities for students to engage with literature in ways that honor their voices, strengths, and lived experiences.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, students are able to explore complex ideas through hands-on, visual learning that builds confidence, curiosity, and critical thinking. Many of my students thrive when they are given the freedom to create, interpret, and collaborate, and your support makes that possible. The resources you help provide allow every student, regardless of background or learning style, to participate fully and feel valued in the classroom.\r\n\r\nYour contribution affirms that learning can be rigorous, imaginative, and human all at once. It sends a powerful message to students that their ideas matter and that their education is worth investing in. I am deeply grateful for your support and for the lasting impact you make on my classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1768601476953,"projectUrl":"project/frankenstein-collage-materials/10016463/","projectTitle":"Frankenstein Collage Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. R Leiser","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403395"},{"teacherId":5635053,"projectId":10034704,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students now walk into after-school tutoring and see abundance instead of scarcity. The first afternoon the supplies arrived, students helped sort sketchbooks, paints, and markers with real excitement. One student said, \"These are actually nice.\" That statement mattered. It signaled dignity. During our first project, students designed visual narratives that connected personal identity to academic goals. They planned drafts, revised designs, and presented final pieces to peers. Engagement remained high throughout the session. No one asked to leave early. Snacks were placed on a side table, and students quietly refueled before working. Focus improved immediately. Conversations shifted from \"I'm tired\" to \"Can I add another layer to this?\"\r\n\r\nWe are using the materials to reinforce core academic skills. In a recent lesson, students created mixed-media infographics that explained a math or literacy concept they struggled with. They had to research, outline key ideas, and visually represent the content with accuracy. This required critical thinking, organization, and revision. Students who typically hesitate to participate volunteered to share their work. The healthy snacks have also changed the tone of our sessions. Behavior issues have decreased. Students stay longer. They complete assignments before leaving. Energy levels remain stable, which allows us to push for deeper thinking and higher expectations.\r\n\r\nNext, students will begin a collaborative design challenge focused on career exploration and goal-setting. They will use the art supplies to prototype solutions to real-world problems in our community. We will integrate reflection journals to strengthen writing skills and metacognition. The snacks will continue to remove a basic barrier, allowing students to sustain effort. Your support did more than fund materials. It strengthened attendance, persistence, and confidence. Students now see after-school as a place to grow, create, and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1768716997949,"projectUrl":"project/student-success-necessities/10034704/","projectTitle":"Student Success Necessities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Thompson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5635053_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1551470449626","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/madamethompson"},{"teacherId":5622530,"projectId":10002857,"letterContent":"This project has already initiated great motivation for my students! The minute the boxes arrived, my students were beyond excited and began unboxing and setting up. \r\n\r\nStudents have worked hard to earn their \"freedom\" seats (bean bags) and have also began showing more interest in completing work so they can visit the strategic station, where many strategy activities and games are found.\r\n\r\nThis project helps me to reinforce the importance of class collaboration and taking risks.\r\n\r\nOverall, the students are loving the new additions to our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1768318848480,"projectUrl":"project/our-reading-space-is-lit/10002857/","projectTitle":"Our Reading Space is Lit!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lynn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5622530_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1638495283397","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5622530"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_82920","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":2278,"numTeachers":102,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":19,"percentWhite":7,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":64,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"22.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":50.3,"schoolId":82920,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Chaparral High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Chaparral High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/chaparral-high-school/82920"}