{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"North High School","outOfStateSupporters":34.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7811218,"projectId":10670541,"letterContent":"I love how curious, creative, and resilient my Biology students are. They come to class with different experiences, strengths, and learning needs, but they share a willingness to learn when they are given opportunities to participate, create, and make connections to the world around them. Thank you to our generous donors for helping provide the supplies my students need to succeed!\r\n\r\nIn Biology, we use Science Interactive Notebooks every day to organize our learning and create resources students can use throughout the school year. Students take notes, create diagrams and models, record vocabulary, complete hands-on activities, and reflect on their learning. With these new supplies, students can use colored pencils to illustrate cell structures, label diagrams, and visually represent complex concepts. Construction paper and tape help them create interactive foldables, models, and engaging notebook activities, while pencils and erasers give them the everyday tools they need to complete assignments and revise their work. My students benefit from having multiple ways to engage with the material, especially when visual and hands-on learning opportunities help make challenging concepts easier to understand.\r\n\r\nThese resources will help transform students' notebooks from simple collections of notes into personalized learning tools they can be proud of. As we continue exploring Biology concepts such as cell structures, cellular processes, genetics, and ecosystems, students will use their notebooks to connect new information to what they have already learned. Your generosity makes a meaningful difference by helping create an inclusive classroom where students can express their understanding, build confidence, and take ownership of their learning. Thank you for investing in my students and supporting their journey in science!","fullyFundedDate":1790603248134,"projectUrl":"project/color-create-learn-interactive-biolog/10670541/","projectTitle":"Color, Create, Learn: Interactive Biology Notebooks","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Varela","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7811218"},{"teacherId":9713855,"projectId":10244736,"letterContent":"The generous donation of pencils, paper, markers, folders, and turn-in baskets has made a meaningful impact on our World History classroom. These supplies ensure that students have the basic materials they need to participate fully in daily lessons, activities, and assessments. Instead of students worrying about whether they have a pencil or enough paper to complete an assignment, they can focus their attention on learning. The markers and folders also allow students to create, organize, and preserve projects and interactive learning activities that bring history to life. Our first project using these supplies was a personal timeline in which students shared meaningful events that have occurred throughout their life. \r\n\r\nThe turn-in baskets and folders have also helped create a more organized and efficient classroom environment. Students have clear places to store and submit their work, making it easier to keep track of assignments and stay organized. Having these supplies readily available supports a classroom where students can collaborate, create, and engage with historical content without being limited by a lack of resources. Most importantly, this donation sends students the message that their education matters and that their classroom is a place where they are supported and prepared to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1778108479453,"projectUrl":"project/drawing-history/10244736/","projectTitle":"Drawing History!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rosser","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9713855_orig.jpg?crop=761,761,x0,y136&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724892373417","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9713855"},{"teacherId":7811218,"projectId":9934646,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Add-on Extension: Plants Mini-Unit.\" Your generosity has made a meaningful impact on my students' learning experience. With these new materials and technology, students are now able to explore plant biology in a much more interactive and engaging way. Instead of only reading about concepts like photosynthesis, plant structure, and growth, students are actively observing, recording, and analyzing real data. The technology has helped bring these abstract concepts to life, allowing students to make deeper connections and truly understand how plants function in the real world.\r\n\r\nWhat has been most exciting is seeing students take ownership of their learning. The hands-on experiences and new tools have sparked curiosity and increased participation across the classroom. Students are asking more questions, collaborating with one another, and showing a genuine interest in scientific exploration. For many of them, this has been their first time using this type of technology in a science setting, and it has made learning feel more relevant and exciting.\r\n\r\nI've also seen particular growth in students who don't always feel confident in science. These tools have given them new ways to engage and succeed, whether through observation, discussion, or hands-on investigation. Students who were once hesitant are now actively participating and contributing to group work. Your support has not only enhanced our curriculum but has also helped build confidence, curiosity, and a love for learning in my classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in my students and their future.","fullyFundedDate":1766872680708,"projectUrl":"project/add-on-extension-plants-mini-unit/9934646/","projectTitle":"Add-on Extension: Plants Mini-Unit","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Varela","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7811218"},{"teacherId":6899736,"projectId":10066003,"letterContent":"I am with my students right now and they are really excited about the rice krispy treats. Sometimes that's all it takes! Our students are in a Basic level ELD class and they are pushing themselves currently on the reading platform and analyzing a speech in their text. It just adds a fun element and sparks motivation when they see the good will and generosity from donors. I just want to thank you all again for believing in our vision of literacy for these young people. They are pushing themselves and your kind gift and acknowledgement of their hard work is greatly appreciated! We will continue to set goals. The ACT for juniors is tomorrow. We also spend time on our values and beliefs and thank you for bringing fun and encouragement to our classroom. Thank you so much for your kind, generous gifts. We want you to know that they are being put to good use. At North High, in the heart of Phoenix, we are building up our young people to do great things! We appreciate you and your thoughtfulness. We are glad that you share our vision!","fullyFundedDate":1773335863163,"projectUrl":"project/eld-students-becoming-english-proficient/10066003/","projectTitle":"ELD Students Becoming English Proficient and Dreaming Big","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Meyers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6899736"},{"teacherId":9713855,"projectId":9944889,"letterContent":"On behalf of our Link Crew program, I want to extend our sincere gratitude for your generous donation of games and other items. Your support has made a meaningful impact on our ability to build strong connections between our Link Crew leaders and incoming freshmen.\r\n\r\nThe games you provided are more than just activities—they serve as powerful tools for fostering relationships, encouraging collaboration, and creating a welcoming environment for students as they transition into high school. Through these shared experiences, freshmen feel more comfortable, engaged, and supported, while our Link Crew leaders are better able to mentor and connect with them in authentic ways.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, we have been able to create moments of laughter, teamwork, and belonging that truly shape the culture of our school. These interactions play a vital role in helping students feel seen, valued, and confident as they begin this new chapter.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your thoughtful contribution and for investing in our students' success and well-being. Your support is greatly appreciated and will continue to make a lasting difference.","fullyFundedDate":1766873756142,"projectUrl":"project/our-schools-link-crew/9944889/","projectTitle":"Our School's Link Crew","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rosser","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9713855_orig.jpg?crop=761,761,x0,y136&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724892373417","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9713855"},{"teacherId":9713855,"projectId":9616546,"letterContent":"I want to extend my sincere gratitude for your generous donation of Legos to our Lego Club. Your contribution have had an immediate and meaningful impact on our students. With the variety of bricks and building sets students are now able to build more complex and imaginative creations. We have begun having weekly building challenges. The donation has sparked new levels of enthusiasm, collaboration, and problem-solving among club members, who look forward to every meeting with excitement.\r\n\r\nThe Legos have also allowed us to introduce more structured challenges and we are beginning to work on the replica of our school mascot, the mustang. Students have completed many of the sets and are excited to dive into the new ones we have received. Your generosity has truly enriched our program, and we are deeply appreciative of the opportunities it has created for our young builders. Thank you again for supporting our club and helping our students grow.","fullyFundedDate":1758855573510,"projectUrl":"project/lego-club/9616546/","projectTitle":"LEGO Club!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rosser","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9713855_orig.jpg?crop=761,761,x0,y136&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724892373417","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9713855"},{"teacherId":8379888,"projectId":9441032,"letterContent":"First and foremost, I want to thank you all for your gratitude and willingness to give. Your kindness has brought so much joy to my students and they are taking full advantage of the space. \r\nSo far we have 5 support groups and a large club utilizing the space for their meetings. \r\nAlmost everyday at lunch the room is filled with students who are playing ping pong, partaking in crafts, and sometimes just relaxing while playing with the variety of stress toys and fidgets in the room.\r\nIn a society where education seems to be under fire, your donations have served as an extinguisher. Thank you for believing in what I do, but more importantly believing in our young people.","fullyFundedDate":1756498894623,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-space-for-healing-to-take-pla/9441032/","projectTitle":"Creating a Space for Healing to Take Place","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Goode","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8379888_orig.jpg?crop=713,713,x0,y49&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661205871720","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8379888"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_60119","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1707,"numTeachers":136,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":8,"percentWhite":4,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":81,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"12.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":65.1,"schoolId":60119,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about North High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"North High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/arizona/phoenix-union-high-school-district/north-high-school/60119"}