{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Serrano High School","outOfStateSupporters":17.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9080385,"projectId":10118902,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous financial contribution to our high school Agriculture and Soil Chemistry program. Your support is making a direct and meaningful impact on my students and their learning experience.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom will be equipped with a water quality testing kit, a hydroponic and aquaponic growing system, a seed sprouter tray, and the necessary equipment to power and sustain these tools. These resources transform learning from something students simply read about into something they actively experience. Instead of only discussing water chemistry, nutrient cycles, and plant growth, students will test, monitor, grow, and analyze in real time. \r\n\r\nMy students have successfully completed a water quality lab where they tested water from different sources using the urban water quality testing kit. They recorded their results in the data table and were able to draw conclusions from their data. They made comments throughout the lab about how practical and hands on the lab was.","fullyFundedDate":1772496722818,"projectUrl":"project/water-quality-and-sustainability/10118902/","projectTitle":"Water Quality and Sustainability","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maize","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9080385_orig.jpg?crop=689,689,x0,y36&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754415275857","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9080385"},{"teacherId":678008,"projectId":9670657,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project! The new resources have already made a meaningful difference in how students learn and create together.\r\n\r\nWe are using our two sets of markers during collaborative activities where students work in pairs. This setup allows everyone to participate actively, rather than sharing a single set across an entire group. The small vacuum has also been a surprisingly valuable tool, helping us clean up spills quickly so learning can continue without disruption, and I know our janitor is appeciative it, especially as holiday parties start happening. \r\n\r\nOne of our first activities has helped students to complete \"Romeo and Juliet\" masks and Coat of Arms. When students saw the fresh markers and materials laid out, they were genuinely excited. Their enthusiasm carried into their work, and the final products showed a level of effort and pride that was wonderful to see.\r\n\r\nStudents always need a charger on hand, especially as we hit the holiday rush. nd extra chargers ready for when ours inevitably wear out—means they can focus on problem-solving and creativity rather than worrying about missing tools.\r\n\r\nYour contribution didn't just provide materials; it created opportunities for students to collaborate, experiment, and share their learning in meaningful, hands-on ways. We are truly grateful for your generosity and the excitement it brought into our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1757220485239,"projectUrl":"project/gear-up-for-greatness/9670657/","projectTitle":"Gear Up for Greatness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Swank","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp678008_orig.jpg?crop=613,613,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678079529175","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/swank"},{"teacherId":678008,"projectId":9643456,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project. Your donation helped us purchase an iPad for our yearbook program, and it has already made a tremendous difference for my students. They've been using it to dive into graphic design—especially for creating our divider pages—and to explore new programs that expand their creative skills.\r\n\r\nBecause of your contribution, my students are able to work more professionally and confidently as they build a publication they can be proud of. It means a great deal to all of us to know that a company like yours believes in student creativity and is willing to invest in their growth. Thank you for helping us bring our ideas to life.","fullyFundedDate":1758546554815,"projectUrl":"project/project-palette/9643456/","projectTitle":"Project Palette","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Swank","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp678008_orig.jpg?crop=613,613,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678079529175","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/swank"},{"teacherId":9080385,"projectId":9461438,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations to our molecules of life kits. The students in my Ag Biology class used these kits to learn about Macro molecules and how energy is stored in bonds. These hands on manipulative helped both visual and kinetic learners understand the concepts of the unit. Thank you for investing in the future generation and allowing me to be creative in teaching them difficult concepts.\r\n\r\nThese kits will also be used in my ag and soil chemistry class to teach covalent bonds between elements. Students learn best when they can see and touch the materials. \r\n\r\nYour continued support is greatly appreciated!!","fullyFundedDate":1754590877637,"projectUrl":"project/molecules-of-life-kits/9461438/","projectTitle":"Molecules of Life Kits","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maize","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9080385_orig.jpg?crop=689,689,x0,y36&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754415275857","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9080385"},{"teacherId":678008,"projectId":9502121,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our yearbook program. Your donation allowed us to purchase new SD cards, giving our student photographers the security of having reliable backups whenever equipment fails. This may seem small, but for students capturing once-in-a-moment events, having dependable gear truly makes a difference in the quality of our work and their confidence as creators.\r\n\r\nYour contribution also helped us acquire dedicated audio recorders for interviews—an especially crucial investment now that our school is following an \"off and away\" phone policy. Thanks to you, our student reporters can still gather clear, professional-quality audio without relying on personal devices. Your support directly strengthens our students' storytelling skills and ensures that the voices of our school community are captured with care. We are so grateful for your belief in what we do and for empowering our staff to create a yearbook we can all be proud of.","fullyFundedDate":1756225472250,"projectUrl":"project/snapshots-and-soundbites-preserving-our/9502121/","projectTitle":"Snapshots and Soundbites: Preserving Our Legacy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Swank","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp678008_orig.jpg?crop=613,613,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678079529175","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/swank"},{"teacherId":3159158,"projectId":9449085,"letterContent":"Words cannot adequately express my gratitude for your incredible generosity. My science students are curious and eager to learn, but many of them face significant financial hurdles outside of the classroom. Because our school serves a high population of low-SES (socioeconomic status) students, buying basic school supplies, let alone specialized equipment, is a burden many of our families simply cannot carry. Your willingness to step in and bridge this gap means more to us than you can imagine.\r\n\r\nThe class set of scientific calculators you provided is an absolute game changer. In class, we tackle calculations involving scientific notation, large numbers, and multi variable equations. Before your donation, students had to share a handful of outdated calculators or try to use their phones, which was a constant distraction. Now, every single pair of students has a high-quality tool right at their fingertips, allowing them to focus entirely on mastering the science without the stress of missing resources.\r\n\r\nBeyond the technology, the basic classroom supplies have completely transformed our daily environment. Having an abundant stock of pencils, glue sticks, scissors, and post its means we never lose instructional time searching for materials. Furthermore, the colorful paper, borders, and the welcome bulletin board kit have allowed me to transform our room into an inviting, vibrant space. For students who carry heavy burdens outside of school, walking into a beautifully decorated, fully stocked classroom sends a powerful message: you are valued, and your education matters.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students' futures and for leveling the playing field for them. Your kindness has not only provided the physical tools necessary for academic success but has also boosted my students' confidence and morale. They see that a community of supporters believes in their potential, and that is the greatest gift of all. 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