{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lubbock Senior High School","outOfStateSupporters":21.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9108253,"projectId":9706051,"letterContent":"On behalf of our AP, IB, and Pre-AP Chemistry students, I would like to express our heartfelt appreciation for the generous support provided through the Some Like It Hot: Igniting STEM Through Thermochemistry Grant. Your investment in heat transfer and thermochemistry kits has made a powerful and lasting difference in the quality of hands-on science education in our classrooms.\r\n\r\nThese new kits have transformed how students explore one of the most fundamental—and often challenging—areas of chemistry. With access to high-quality materials designed specifically for thermochemical investigations, students are now able to:\r\n\r\nMeasure energy changes with increased precision\r\n\r\nExplore endothermic and exothermic processes safely and accurately\r\n\r\nInvestigate calorimetry concepts using real-world data\r\n\r\nAnalyze heat transfer using controlled, inquiry-based experimental setups\r\n\r\nThe inclusion of these kits has elevated our laboratory experiences across all levels. AP Chemistry students now engage more confidently with the enthalpy concepts and calorimetry calculations that appear in demanding Free Response Questions. IB Chemistry students benefit from laboratory precision essential for designing and executing Internal Assessments. Pre-AP Chemistry students—many of whom are just beginning their journey into advanced science—now experience the excitement of meaningful, hands-on thermochemistry that brings abstract concepts to life.\r\n\r\nBeyond content comprehension, these resources have ignited genuine curiosity and enthusiasm. Students who once struggled with the abstract nature of energy transfer are now empowered by seeing thermochemical principles unfold right in front of them. This deeper engagement not only enriches their understanding, but fuels their confidence as young scientists.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has created classroom experiences that are safer, more engaging, and far more aligned with real-world scientific practice. The impact of this grant will continue to ripple through our program for years, shaping students who think critically, investigate boldly, and see STEM as a field full of possibility.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and investing in the future of science education. We are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1760737710902,"projectUrl":"project/some-like-it-hot-igniting-stem-through/9706051/","projectTitle":"Some Like it Hot: Igniting STEM Through Thermochemistry","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sharp","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9108253_orig.jpg?crop=405,405,x0,y39&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757534081786","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9108253"},{"teacherId":9108253,"projectId":9706325,"letterContent":"On behalf of our honors chemistry students, I want to extend our deepest gratitude for your generous support of our chemistry program through the \"Divide and Discover \"grant. Thanks to your contributions of gel chromatography kits, thin layer chromatography kits, and distillation apparatus, our students now have access to tools that bring separation techniques into the lab in ways that were not previously possible.\r\n\r\nThese instruments are far more than just equipment—they are bridges to curiosity, exploration, and hands-on learning. With the gel and thin layer chromatography kits, students can now separate, analyze, and visualize mixtures in real time, connecting abstract chemical concepts with tangible results. The distillation apparatus empowers them to explore purification and separation techniques safely and effectively, fostering both practical skills and scientific thinking.\r\n\r\nWe have already witnessed the transformative impact of your generosity. Students who once learned separation techniques only from textbooks are now actively designing experiments, making observations, and drawing conclusions with confidence and excitement. They are developing critical thinking, problem-solving, and lab skills that will serve them in their Internal Assessments for International Baccalaureate, future studies and careers. \r\n\r\nYour support is helping shape a generation of inquisitive, capable, and inspired scientists. Because of your generosity, our chemistry classroom has become a place where curiosity is nurtured, scientific ideas are tested, and learning becomes a dynamic, hands-on experience.\r\n\r\nThank you for your investment in our students and in the future of science education. Your contribution does more than supply equipment—it empowers discovery, ignites passion, and transforms the way students experience chemistry.","fullyFundedDate":1758136749323,"projectUrl":"project/divide-and-discover-enhancing-chemistry/9706325/","projectTitle":"Divide and Discover: Enhancing Chemistry Education through Hands-On Separation Techniques","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sharp","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9108253_orig.jpg?crop=405,405,x0,y39&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757534081786","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9108253"},{"teacherId":9108253,"projectId":9548729,"letterContent":"On behalf of our honors chemistry students, I want to express our deepest gratitude for your generous support of our chemistry program through our \"Measure for Measure: Chemistry Counts\" grant. Thanks to your contributions to purchase balances, conductivity meters, and gas sensors, our students now have access to the tools they need to explore, experiment, and engage deeply with chemistry in ways that were not previously possible.\r\n\r\nThese instruments are more than just equipment—they are gateways to curiosity, discovery, and critical thinking. With the precision balances, students can now explore chemical reactions and quantitative experiments with accuracy and confidence. Conductivity meters allow them to investigate solutions and ions firsthand, turning abstract concepts into tangible, hands-on learning. And the gas sensors open doors to safe and meaningful experimentation with current technology, fostering both scientific understanding and a sense of wonder.\r\n\r\nAlready, we have seen the profound impact of your support. Students who previously struggled to connect theory with practice are now excited to design experiments, gather real-time data, and analyze results with confidence. They are developing skills that extend beyond the classroom—skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, and scientific inquiry that will create college and career ready individuals.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is shaping the next generation of scientists, innovators, and informed citizens. Because of you, our chemistry classroom is now a place where curiosity is nurtured, questions are explored, and learning comes alive. We are truly grateful for your belief in our students and your investment in their education.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this transformative experience possible. 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