{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Douglas High School","outOfStateSupporters":28.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9488384,"projectId":10027927,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting Northern Nevada High School students learn history. From the beginning my donor goal was to differentiate learning with Chromebook with pencil and paper assignments.\r\n\r\nSince fulfillment over one hundred students have learned topics such as WW1 & WW2 including propaganda gallery walks and create your own gallery walk with discussions following. They have been up and moving at stations including 1960's civil rights as well as presenting 1970s culture and changing families. \r\n\r\nWhile it is not easy to find a balance every week between technology and paper learning it is nice to have the materials to have the option and having them is due to your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1768685114314,"projectUrl":"project/learn-history-with-discussion/10027927/","projectTitle":"Learn History with Discussion","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Burnett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9488384"},{"teacherId":8505685,"projectId":10020920,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom incubator is already transforming how students experience science. Instead of simply reading about microbiology, my biology and biomedical science students are now actively growing and studying bacterial cultures—just like real scientists.\r\n\r\nStudents recently investigated microbial \"hot spots\" around our school, collecting samples and observing bacterial growth over time. With the incubator maintaining consistent conditions, they were able to gather reliable data, compare results, and draw meaningful conclusions about where microbes thrive. The excitement in the classroom has been incredible—students are genuinely curious, asking deeper questions, and taking ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nIn our more advanced Biomedical Innovations labs, students are using the incubator as part of a bacterial transformation \"super-bug\" activity. They are exploring how bacteria can be modified, connecting their work to real-world topics like antibiotic resistance and genetic engineering. These are complex concepts, and having the proper equipment allows students to truly understand them through hands-on experience.\r\n\r\nYour support has given students access to authentic lab tools and experiences that would not be possible otherwise. More importantly, you've helped them see themselves as capable scientists—problem solvers who can investigate real-world issues.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and for helping us grow not just bacteria, but confidence, curiosity, and future opportunities.\r\n\r\nWith sincere gratitude,\r\nMs. Thomas\r\nDouglas High School","fullyFundedDate":1768608138614,"projectUrl":"project/hot-spot-for-science-we-need-an-incubat/10020920/","projectTitle":"Hot Spot for Science: We Need an Incubator!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Thomas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8505685_orig.jpg?crop=2448,2448,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658092485713","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8505685"},{"teacherId":9356848,"projectId":10019880,"letterContent":"Your support offered a much needed resupply of materials to my 9-12 mathematics classroom. My students share that they enjoy practicing problems on individual white boards. The markers in this order has kept that preferred practice going. As my students worked through an introduction to trig, access to a higher functioning scientific calculator was needed. The testing dividers have helped me to feel confident that students are handing in their own best work on assessments. \r\nThank you for your generosity and the support.","fullyFundedDate":1768685466759,"projectUrl":"project/math-classroom-supplies/10019880/","projectTitle":"Math Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9356848"},{"teacherId":10401179,"projectId":10004648,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing the resources to make my classroom project possible. There is not a specific project that I am using the resources for, but rather using the resources to continuously provide more engaging instruction in all things we do. \r\n\r\nFirst, my students love the different snacks as their prizes for various games. It has allowed me to have a lot of engagement in my activities and games in all classes because they know there is a good prize at the end if they win. Not only that, but the markers and magnetic poster paper has allowed me to create word walls in my classroom to provide support/scaffolding when learning new and/or extra vocab. This is a great resource that we use every class, especially in my Spanish 1 classes. In addition, the scissors helped my students in a Heritage Spanish class where they were completing a project about different musicians. At various times, they would need scissors to cut out pictures, text, etc and the extra pairs of scissors made this go much more efficiently instead of waiting and taking turns. All in all, the resources have helped the on-going project that is my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768616399980,"projectUrl":"project/spanish-class-resources/10004648/","projectTitle":"Spanish Class Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Sr. Mora","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10401179"},{"teacherId":8125755,"projectId":10010553,"letterContent":"The materials from our project Deep Readers Become Deep Thinkers have made an immediate and meaningful impact on my students' learning. With access to sticky notes, sticky flags, and colored paper, students are now able to actively engage with texts in a way that simply wasn't possible before.\r\n\r\nInstead of passively reading, students are marking key passages, tracking their thinking, and asking questions as they read. Sticky notes have become a space for students to jot down interpretations, make connections, and push their thinking further. Sticky flags allow them to return to important moments in the text during discussions, which has made our conversations more focused and evidence-based.\r\n\r\nThe colored paper has helped students organize their ideas visually—whether they are sorting themes, tracking character development, or preparing for writing. These tools have supported all learners, especially those who benefit from breaking their thinking into smaller, manageable steps.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, I've seen a shift in student confidence. Students who were previously hesitant to participate are now coming to discussions prepared, with their thinking visible and ready to share. 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One of the most powerful moments was watching students collaborate during a recent lab—asking questions, troubleshooting together, and genuinely getting excited when their results worked. It's those moments where learning really sticks.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were immediately curious and eager to dive in. Many of them commented on how \"real\" the experience felt compared to what they're used to. For some students, this was the first time they felt like actual scientists rather than just students completing an assignment. Their engagement, confidence, and willingness to participate have noticeably increased, especially for those who typically struggle to stay focused or motivated.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we're now able to continue building on these experiences with more complex investigations and collaborative projects. My goal is to keep fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and a love for science by giving students opportunities to explore, question, and discover. Your contribution has truly made a lasting impact on my classroom, and I am so grateful for the opportunities you've helped create for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1768773232929,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-materials-for-success/10029811/","projectTitle":"Classroom Materials for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marsh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9347521_orig.png?crop=397,397,x5,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768427684537","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9347521"},{"teacherId":9347521,"projectId":10029649,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our classroom. Because of you, my students have been able to engage in hands-on, meaningful science experiences that go far beyond what a textbook alone can provide. We've been using the new materials during labs and interactive activities, allowing students to actively explore concepts instead of just reading about them. One of the most powerful moments was watching students collaborate during a recent lab—asking questions, troubleshooting together, and genuinely getting excited when their results worked. It's those moments where learning really sticks.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were immediately curious and eager to dive in. Many of them commented on how \"real\" the experience felt compared to what they're used to. For some students, this was the first time they felt like actual scientists rather than just students completing an assignment. Their engagement, confidence, and willingness to participate have noticeably increased, especially for those who typically struggle to stay focused or motivated.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we're now able to continue building on these experiences with more complex investigations and collaborative projects. My goal is to keep fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and a love for science by giving students opportunities to explore, question, and discover. Your contribution has truly made a lasting impact on my classroom, and I am so grateful for the opportunities you've helped create for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1768694578302,"projectUrl":"project/science-materials-for-active-engagement/10029649/","projectTitle":"Science Materials for Active Engagement","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marsh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9347521_orig.png?crop=397,397,x5,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768427684537","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9347521"},{"teacherId":8635047,"projectId":9992393,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting educators and our schools here in Nevada. I appreciate the ongoing support for my classroom. \r\n\r\nMy students are utilizing the supplies, and we are using the costumes for our Shakespeare unit. It has been so fun acting out the scenes and having the outfits to match.\r\n\r\nOther supplies purchased from this project are being used daily in my classroom. Students were so grateful and excited to have what they needed to be successful in the learning environment. \r\n\r\nThank you for your donations.","fullyFundedDate":1768090487139,"projectUrl":"project/comfort-fun-in-learning/9992393/","projectTitle":"Comfort & Fun in Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Saletti","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8635047_orig.jpg?crop=4284,4284,x0,y1156&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747862732162","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8635047"},{"teacherId":9356658,"projectId":10045115,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in the learning experience of my students, and we are incredibly grateful.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my students now have access to materials that make learning French more engaging, interactive, and fun. From hands-on activities and organized supplies to listening tools and creative classroom props, these resources help bring the language to life and give students the confidence to participate and succeed.\r\n\r\nYour donation not only provides essential supplies, but it also shows my students that people beyond our classroom care about their education and believe in their potential. That message is powerful and lasting.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and support. It truly makes a difference every single day in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1769118043570,"projectUrl":"project/french-class-materials/10045115/","projectTitle":"French Class Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Power","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9356658_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x1008,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746739671996","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9356658"},{"teacherId":9641334,"projectId":9988328,"letterContent":"The donated chairs had a surprisingly meaningful impact on both the English and art classroom environments—affecting not just comfort, but engagement, creativity, and classroom culture.\r\n\r\nIn the English classroom, the new chairs helped create a more flexible and welcoming space. Students were able to rearrange seating for discussions, group work, and activities like peer editing or literature circles. This made conversations feel more natural and collaborative rather than rigid or forced. Comfortable seating also allowed students to stay focused longer during reading and writing tasks, reducing restlessness and improving overall participation. The classroom began to feel less like a traditional lecture space and more like a community where student voices mattered.\r\n\r\nIn the art classroom, the impact was even more visible. The donated chairs allowed students to move freely between workstations, collaborate on projects, and position themselves comfortably for detailed work. Having enough sturdy, functional seating meant students could focus on their creativity instead of dealing with broken or mismatched furniture. It also made the room feel more professional, like a real studio, which encouraged students to take greater pride in their work and treat the space with respect.\r\n\r\nSomething as simple as chairs ended up shaping how students interacted, learned, and expressed themselves—showing that small changes in the physical environment can have a big impact on education.","fullyFundedDate":1768099359088,"projectUrl":"project/snack-and-cozy-corner-fuel-for-focus-an/9988328/","projectTitle":"Snack and Cozy Corner: Fuel for Focus and Comfort","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dixon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9641334_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y179&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723230188947","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9641334"},{"teacherId":8127554,"projectId":10015174,"letterContent":"The materials from this project made an immediate and meaningful impact on my classroom. With access to shared supplies like markers, colored pencils, cardstock, and glue, students were able to fully participate in hands-on activities without worrying about whether they had the materials they needed. This increased both engagement and confidence, especially for students who typically hesitate to participate.\r\nStudents began creating more detailed diagrams, models, and visual explanations of complex scientific concepts. Their work showed greater organization, creativity, and accuracy. The addition of storage bins and organizers also helped streamline our classroom routines, allowing us to transition more efficiently between activities and maximize instructional time.\r\nThe test tubes were especially impactful during our strawberry DNA extraction lab, where students were able to clearly observe and collect DNA, making the learning experience more tangible and memorable.\r\nLaminated materials and readily available supplies supported repeated use of key resources, reinforcing learning over time. Cleaning wipes helped maintain a safe and comfortable shared lab space, which is essential in an active science classroom.\r\nOverall, these materials helped create a more equitable, organized, and engaging learning environment where all students could actively participate and take ownership of their lear","fullyFundedDate":1768507483956,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-tomorrows-scientists/10015174/","projectTitle":"Tools for Tomorrow’s Scientists","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Westre","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8127554"},{"teacherId":7092356,"projectId":9996847,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping bring creativity back into our high school learning environment. Your generosity has already made a meaningful impact on my students.\r\n\r\nWith the new materials—poster paper, colored pencils, rulers, and markers—students have been able to move beyond traditional worksheets and express their understanding in more engaging and creative ways. In one recent project, students created visual presentations to represent complex concepts we were studying. Instead of simply writing answers, they designed posters that combined artwork, color-coding, and organization to demonstrate their thinking. One student who typically struggles to participate in class became fully engaged, carefully designing a poster that showed both creativity and deep understanding. Moments like that are exactly why these materials matter.\r\n\r\nWhen the supplies first arrived, students were genuinely excited. Many of them commented that it felt like being back in an elementary classroom—in the best way possible—where creativity is encouraged. That excitement quickly turned into focus and pride as they began using the materials to create high-quality work.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are continuing to incorporate these resources into ongoing projects. Students are beginning a collaborative unit where they will work in small groups to design visual displays that teach their peers key concepts. These projects will build both content knowledge and important skills like communication, creativity, and teamwork.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped create a classroom environment where students feel more motivated, confident, and willing to take academic risks. 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