{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Metro Technical High School","outOfStateSupporters":39.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8430227,"projectId":9603223,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations. It is such a blessing to be able to provide these resources to my students. The snacks, candy, and water have been a hit. My students will stop by between classes to grab a breakfast bar or some candy. It has been so helpful since most of my students don't eat breakfast or lunch. It also has been great to have snacks for them during our groups as we are talking and sharing stories. \r\n\r\nThe various journals have also come in handy as activities to do during our support groups. My students are really enjoying them so far. It has been so fun to have a variety of activities I can have them do with the beads, legos, and card games. I can't thank you all enough for your kind hearts. I wish you and your family many blessings.","fullyFundedDate":1757535284197,"projectUrl":"project/group-activities-for-self-regulation/9603223/","projectTitle":"Group Activities for Self-Regulation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Markins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8430227_orig.jpg?crop=2256,2256,x72,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651096359290","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8430227"},{"teacherId":8168710,"projectId":8991859,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project on parental development! My students were so excited to see the new materials, especially getting to sculpt models of the uterus. This hands-on activity has helped them better understand pregnancy and fetal development in a way that books alone can't.\r\n\r\nOne student said, \"I never realized how much happens inside the womb—this makes it so real!\" Seeing their curiosity and engagement grow has been amazing. Next, they will use their models to teach younger students in our early childhood program about prenatal care and development.\r\n\r\nYour support has made a real difference in our classroom, and we are so grateful. Thank you for helping bring learning to life!","fullyFundedDate":1736874240081,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-prenatal-development-to-life-in/8991859/","projectTitle":"Bringing Prenatal Development to Life in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Trevino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8168710"},{"teacherId":9275272,"projectId":8628696,"letterContent":"My toddlers and I are loving the new sensory supplies that we received from donors choose. The textured rolling pins were used with paint and playdough, it was a great way to explore different patterns and seeing the children eager to take turns with all of them. My classroom enjoyed sharing, and I noticed having a variety of options facilitated being patient while waiting for their turn. \r\n\r\nWhen I first opened the packages, the children were surprised and fascinated by all the colorful options. Their interests and love for learning showed in the energy levels and glowing faces. It has brought a learning experience to love and remember. I am so grateful that we can learn by playing using all the new toys, sensory blocks, and manipulatives.\r\n\r\nWith the use of our new supplies, my class is exploring our sensory bins using our rainbow tongs, and puzzles. We will create art using the textured rolling pins, markers, and mixing colors in a new way. We also play music and sing songs using our new xylophone instruments. I am eager to discover new and fun ways to use all our supplies to build memories both for the children and their parents. I truly appreciate the Donors choose program and every supporter who brings joy, and curiosity back into the growing minds within each classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1733152532984,"projectUrl":"project/early-learning-through-play-using-our-se/8628696/","projectTitle":"Early Learning Through Play Using Our Senses Is Amazing!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cristina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9275272_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x0,y117&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732926907869","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9275272"},{"teacherId":9779521,"projectId":8826927,"letterContent":"Thank you for much for your generous contribution to my classroom. I have been teaching yoga in a public high school for the past 4 years. I have seen the physical and emotional benefits the students have taken from this practice. Young people today are not always confident in the abilities of their bodies. Many are afraid to try new skills and take risks. While yoga can be done without props, the use of props has completely elevated their yoga practice. Students immediately shared their abilities to find alignment easier, find balance, use the right muscles, and find some ease in their strength building practice. Braver yogis have already begun to attempt more complex and challenging postures. While I was prepared for it to help their physical and emotional selves, I am excited to say I have also seen an improvement in their confidence. Thank you so much for your gift to our program. It will continue giving for years to come!","fullyFundedDate":1735338917625,"projectUrl":"project/yoga-physical-supports-for-emotional-sup/8826927/","projectTitle":"Yoga Physical Supports for Emotional Support!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stanis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9779521_orig.jpg?crop=1664,1664,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727706873714","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9779521"},{"teacherId":1833638,"projectId":8830390,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of the STEM kits to our classroom. My students and I have been eagerly diving into the STEM Challenge Hydroelectric Power kit, which has provided an incredible hands-on learning experience. We are currently using these resources to understand how water turbines work and to apply this knowledge to the real-world issue of the water level drop in Lake Powell at Glen Canyon Dam. This project has sparked engaging discussions about the importance of sustainable energy and the need to produce electricity for our growing population.\r\n\r\nThe excitement in the classroom was palpable when the students first saw the STEM kits. Their faces lit up with curiosity and enthusiasm as they unpacked the materials and began exploring the possibilities. This hands-on activity has not only deepened their understanding of hydroelectric power but also inspired them to think critically about current environmental challenges. T\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, our next steps involve applying the knowledge gained from the STEM kits to a larger project where students will design their own sustainable energy solutions. They are eager to present their ideas and explore how these solutions could be implemented in real-world scenarios. The other kits that were provided in your donation have also created a level of excitement in our class I haven't seen in a long time. Students are excited to explore biomass fuel, wind energy and wrap of our unit in March with a solar distillation STEM activity. Your contribution has truly made a difference in our classroom, and we are excited to continue this journey of discovery and innovation.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your support and for giving my students the opportunity to learn and grow through these valuable resources.","fullyFundedDate":1730727908990,"projectUrl":"project/stem-activities-in-environmental-science/8830390/","projectTitle":"STEM Activities in Environmental Science","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Morford-Graziano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1833638_orig.png?crop=1123,1124,x0,y52&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727377649368","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1833638"},{"teacherId":1833638,"projectId":8944970,"letterContent":"We are so appreciative of your generous donation, which has enabled us to implement hands-on learning activities in our classroom. Thanks to your support, we have begun an exciting journey into the world of inheritance and variation in traits through our OpenSciEd unit, \"Who Gets Cancer and Why?\" These materials are invaluable in facilitating student learning in an inquiry-based style, allowing students to guide their own investigations rather than relying solely on teacher-driven lessons.\r\n\r\nThe excitement in our classroom was palpable when we unpacked the materials. My students were thrilled to discover actual game boards and game pieces for the cell cycle game, which helps them understand the cell cycle in an engaging, inquiry-based manner. The petri dishes and yeast growth labs have also sparked their curiosity and enthusiasm for scientific exploration. It was truly heartwarming to see their faces light up with joy and anticipation, a rare sight when we are often limited to paper-based activities.\r\n\r\nThis kit has made a significant impression on my students, providing them with the tools to explore complex concepts in a tangible and interactive way. Over the next few weeks, we will delve deeper into the topics of inheritance, DNA, and trait variation, using the remaining lessons in the kit. Your contribution has not only enriched our curriculum but has also inspired a newfound passion for science among my students. We are deeply grateful for your support and look forward to sharing our discoveries and progress with you.","fullyFundedDate":1732714800541,"projectUrl":"project/investigating-inheritance-using-sensemak/8944970/","projectTitle":"Investigating Inheritance Using Sensemaking With Open Sci Ed Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Morford-Graziano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1833638_orig.png?crop=1123,1124,x0,y52&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727377649368","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1833638"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_60120","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1817,"numTeachers":113,"percentFrplEligible":55,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":95,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"16.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":60.4,"schoolId":60120,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Metro Technical High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Metro Technical High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/arizona/phoenix-union-high-school-district/metro-tech-high-school/60120"}