{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Miami Edison Senior High School","outOfStateSupporters":53.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8114792,"projectId":10158655,"letterContent":"The iPads have given my students a new and engaging way to learn about health and wellness. They can explore age-appropriate resources, participate in interactive activities, and learn about topics such as healthy habits, physical activity, nutrition, mindfulness, and emotional well-being. The technology helps make these important topics more accessible and engaging, while allowing students to learn at their own pace and become more involved in taking care of their overall well-being.\r\nStudents who enjoy hands-on and interactive learning have especially warmed to the iPads. They are excited to use technology to explore health and wellness topics, participate in interactive activities, and learn about healthy habits in a way that feels fun and engaging. I have also noticed that students who may be quieter during traditional lessons often become more involved when they can use the iPads, giving them another way to participate and express what they are learning.","fullyFundedDate":1774539471946,"projectUrl":"project/ipad-for-seniors/10158655/","projectTitle":"Ipad for Seniors","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cox","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8114792"},{"teacherId":8114792,"projectId":10158635,"letterContent":"The new printer is helping my students learn in a more hands-on and engaging way. We can quickly create worksheets, learning activities, visual materials, and projects that support different learning styles. Having access to a reliable printer also allows me to prepare materials that make lessons more interactive and easier for students to understand.\r\nMy students are most excited about seeing their ideas and schoolwork come to life. They enjoy being able to print their projects, artwork, and learning activities and take pride in seeing something they created in a finished form. It makes learning feel more exciting and gives them something tangible to share with their families.\r\nStudents who really enjoy creative projects and hands-on learning have especially warmed to the new printer. They are excited to see their work printed and often become more motivated to participate when they know they can create something they can actually see and hold. It has also been wonderful to see students who may be quieter in class become more involved through creative activities.","fullyFundedDate":1773867158841,"projectUrl":"project/printer-for-application/10158635/","projectTitle":"Printer for Application","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cox","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8114792"},{"teacherId":725882,"projectId":10238565,"letterContent":"My students are able to use creative software to turn their ideas into digital artwork, experiment with different design techniques, and develop skills that connect creativity with technology. \r\n They love experimenting with different tools, effects, colors, and techniques and seeing how their ideas can be transformed on the screen. The Neo Mac makes the creative process feel exciting and gives students the opportunity to explore art in a whole new way.\r\nStudents who already enjoy drawing, designing, and expressing themselves through art have especially connected with the Neo Mac. I have also seen students who may have been quieter during traditional art activities become more willing to experiment and share their ideas when working digitally. The technology gives students another way to express themselves and helps them build confidence as young artists and designers.","fullyFundedDate":1778225489010,"projectUrl":"project/art-with-neo/10238565/","projectTitle":"Art with Neo","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. C","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp725882_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1525715179808","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-schinn"},{"teacherId":725882,"projectId":10165941,"letterContent":"The iPad Pro, Apple Pencil, and keyboard are giving my students new ways to explore, create, and solve problems through our STEM program. Instead of only learning concepts from a textbook, students can research ideas, design projects, create digital presentations, take notes, draw diagrams, code, and document their learning. The Apple Pencil allows students to sketch and annotate their ideas, while the keyboard makes writing, researching, and completing assignments much easier. This technology helps make learning more interactive, creative, and connected to the real world.\r\nMy students are most excited about being able to use the iPad Pro as a creative tool rather than simply a device for completing assignments. They love being able to draw their ideas with the Apple Pencil, type and organize their work with the keyboard, and see their STEM projects come to life digitally. It gives them the feeling that they are designers, engineers, and problem-solvers, and they are excited to learn by creating.","fullyFundedDate":1776440648713,"projectUrl":"project/stem-for-coding/10165941/","projectTitle":"STEM for Coding","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. C","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp725882_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1525715179808","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-schinn"},{"teacherId":725882,"projectId":10137271,"letterContent":"Thank You: My students are using the new heat press machine and vinyl to create kindness shirts that promote positive messages and encourage others in our school and community. This project gives students the opportunity to be creative while learning practical skills such as designing, measuring, cutting, and safely using the heat press. One special moment was seeing their excitement as they watched their designs become real shirts that they could wear and share with others. The shirts are more than just a craft—they are a way for students to spread kindness and make a positive difference in our community. Our next step is to continue designing and creating kindness shirts with messages that encourage respect, positivity, inclusion, and helping others. Students will work together to develop new designs and decide how they can use the shirts to spread kindness throughout the school and community. We are also using this project as an opportunity to build teamwork, communication, creativity, and leadership skills. I am excited to see how my students continue turning their ideas into positive actions that can inspire others.","fullyFundedDate":1775137553900,"projectUrl":"project/spread-kindness-with-shirts/10137271/","projectTitle":"Spread Kindness with Shirts","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. C","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp725882_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1525715179808","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-schinn"},{"teacherId":9716294,"projectId":10174490,"letterContent":"The iPads help support student mental health by providing access to resources that promote emotional well-being, self-awareness, and stress management. Students can use mindfulness and meditation apps to practice relaxation techniques, breathing exercises, and stress reduction strategies. Digital journals allow students to express their thoughts and feelings in a private and comfortable way.\r\nThe iPads also provide access to social-emotional learning activities that teach students important skills such as self-regulation, empathy, decision-making, and healthy communication. Interactive lessons and videos help students recognize emotions, develop coping skills, and build resilience.\r\nFor students who experience anxiety or struggle with expressing themselves, the iPads offer a less intimidating way to communicate with teachers, counselors, and support staff. Students can complete wellness check-ins, access mental health resources, and participate in activities that encourage positive self-esteem and emotional growth.\r\nBy combining technology with social-emotional learning, the iPads create a supportive environment where students can strengthen both their academic skills and their emotional well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1775141177513,"projectUrl":"project/geometry-and-health-wellness/10174490/","projectTitle":"Geometry and Health Wellness","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. P","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9716294_orig.png?crop=635,635,x294,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724929706735","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9716294"},{"teacherId":8272885,"projectId":10080303,"letterContent":"My students have been incredibly excited to use the new clarinet resources in our music classroom. One of the most memorable moments was when the students opened the instrument cases for the first time. Many of them had never seen a clarinet up close before, and their faces lit up with curiosity and excitement. They immediately began asking questions about how the instrument works and what kinds of music they would be able to play.\r\nWe recently started a classroom project focused on learning proper posture, breath support, and basic notes on the clarinet. Students are practicing simple melodies together and learning how individual parts come together to create a full ensemble sound. It has been wonderful to watch their confidence grow each day as they hear themselves improve.\r\nThe students reacted with pure joy and amazement when they first saw the clarinet. Several students said they felt like \"real musicians\" for the first time. Their enthusiasm has brought so much energy into our classroom, and they are eager to practice and learn more.\r\nOur next steps include continuing to build foundational playing skills while preparing for a small class performance later this semester. Students will begin working on rhythm exercises, note-reading activities, and collaborative group pieces that encourage teamwork and listening skills. Thanks to your generosity, my students now have the opportunity to experience music in a hands-on and meaningful way, and we are so grateful for your support of our classroom journey.","fullyFundedDate":1772138595253,"projectUrl":"project/power-music-for-coach/10080303/","projectTitle":"Power Music For Coach","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Barry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8272885_orig.jpg?crop=598,598,x2,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650905868723","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8272885"},{"teacherId":9839117,"projectId":9981262,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing copies of Fahrenheit 451 for our classroom. Your contribution made it possible for every student to engage fully with a powerful and thought-provoking novel, and we are incredibly grateful.\r\n\r\nThrough reading Fahrenheit 451, students were challenged to think deeply about the role of knowledge, censorship, and the importance of independent thought. The novel sparked meaningful discussions about the world we live in today, encouraging students to reflect on the value of reading, critical thinking, and having the courage to speak their minds.\r\n\r\nOne of the most impactful parts of this unit was our Socratic Seminars, where students led thoughtful, student-driven conversations. They analyzed the text, made connections to modern society, and respectfully engaged with one another's ideas. It was inspiring to see them grow in confidence as they voiced their perspectives and supported their thinking with evidence.\r\n\r\nYour donation did more than provide books, it created an opportunity for students to engage in meaningful dialogue, develop critical thinking skills, and see themselves as active participants in important conversations about the world around them.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our students and their learning. Your support truly makes a lasting difference.","fullyFundedDate":1768353809320,"projectUrl":"project/turning-pages-not-burning-books/9981262/","projectTitle":"Turning Pages, Not Burning Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Densieski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9839117_orig.jpg?crop=1158,1158,x3,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731678731852","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9839117"},{"teacherId":725882,"projectId":9829315,"letterContent":"Our new soccer cleats have already made a big impact in our classroom and on the field. We are using them during our physical education and team-building activities, where students are learning the fundamentals of soccer, teamwork, and leadership. One special moment was during a small-sided game when students who were usually less confident became more active and engaged because they felt prepared and included. The cleats gave them the confidence to fully participate, and it truly brought the class together.\r\nWhen my students first saw the new cleats, their faces lit up with excitement and gratitude. Many of them couldn't believe they had their own proper gear to play in. Some even said it made them feel like \"real athletes.\" It was a proud and joyful moment that boosted their motivation and enthusiasm for participating in class activities.\r\nLooking ahead, our next steps include building on these skills by organizing a student-led mini soccer tournament. Students will take on roles such as team captains, referees, and coordinators, helping them develop leadership and collaboration skills. We will also continue focusing on fitness, sportsmanship, and wellness, ensuring that every student feels included and empowered both on and off the field.","fullyFundedDate":1770233002298,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-new-soccer-cleats/9829315/","projectTitle":"New Year, New Soccer Cleats","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. C","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp725882_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1525715179808","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-schinn"},{"teacherId":9716294,"projectId":9955384,"letterContent":"Our students have been using the Cricut and vinyl materials in a variety of creative and meaningful ways that support both learning and community engagement. One memorable classroom project involved students designing and creating custom decals and motivational stickers focused on mental health awareness and positivity. They used the Cricut to cut vinyl designs with messages like \"Stay Strong,\" \"You Matter,\" and \"Keep Going,\" which were then displayed around the classroom and shared with peers across campus.\r\nWhen the students first saw the Cricut and vinyl materials, they were excited and eager to get started. Many had never used this type of technology before, so it sparked curiosity and creativity right away. They quickly began brainstorming ideas, collaborating with one another, and taking pride in bringing their designs to life.\r\nLooking ahead, students are working on a larger project where they will create wellness-themed items such as custom water bottles, posters, and campaign materials to promote mental health awareness throughout the school. They also plan to partner with other classes and student groups to expand their impact and encourage a positive, supportive environment.\r\nThrough these projects, students are building technical skills, creativity, and leadership while making a real difference in their school community.","fullyFundedDate":1768844669594,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-cricut/9955384/","projectTitle":"Hands On Cricut","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. P","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9716294_orig.png?crop=635,635,x294,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724929706735","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9716294"},{"teacherId":8272885,"projectId":10073524,"letterContent":"Our students have been using the new clarinet as an important part of our band class, helping them grow musically while also building confidence and teamwork. One special classroom moment was when a student who had never played before was able to learn their first notes and perform a short melody for the class. The excitement and pride on their face showed how meaningful this opportunity was.\r\nWhen the students first saw the new clarinet, they were incredibly excited and grateful. Many of them immediately wanted to try it and were eager to learn how to play. For some, it was their first time ever holding an instrument, and it sparked a new interest in music and self-expression.\r\nThis clarinet has become more than just an instrument—it is helping students develop discipline, creativity, and a sense of accomplishment. It also gives them a positive outlet to express themselves, which supports their overall well-being.\r\nThank you for the new clarinet. Our band class truly needed it, and your generosity is making a lasting impact on our students every day.","fullyFundedDate":1770075463296,"projectUrl":"project/music-coach/10073524/","projectTitle":"Music Coach","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Barry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8272885_orig.jpg?crop=598,598,x2,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650905868723","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8272885"},{"teacherId":9005640,"projectId":9848337,"letterContent":"Thankyou for the materials.Technology in our classroom helps students move from simply consuming information to actively creating and problem-solving. With the addition of the milk crate storage system and new ink cartridges, students can more easily access the materials they need for printing, organizing, and completing projects. The milk crates help us keep supplies structured and accessible, while the ink cartridges allow students to print research, drafts, visual aids, and final projects. This combination supports organization, independence, and the ability for students to bring their digital work into the physical world for collaboration and feedback.Students are especially excited about being able to print their work and see it come to life. Whether it's essays, graphic organizers, research projects, or creative designs, having reliable ink cartridges means they don't have to wait or worry about the printer running out. The milk crates also make it easy for them to find and return materials, which makes our classroom run more smoothly. They love having a system that lets them quickly grab what they need and get started on their work.","fullyFundedDate":1766164653468,"projectUrl":"project/milk-crate-and-ink-activity/9848337/","projectTitle":"Milk Crate and Ink Activity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hawkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9005640"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_45763","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":508,"numTeachers":52,"percentFrplEligible":60,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":69,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":29,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"9.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":46.9,"schoolId":45763,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Miami Edison Senior High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Miami Edison Senior High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/florida/miami-dade-county-public-schools/miami-edison-senior-high-school/45763"}