{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"South Career & Technical Academy","outOfStateSupporters":17.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10404890,"projectId":10024131,"letterContent":"The gift of a classroom iPad has truly impacted the learning in my classroom. By establishing rules for it's use, students have been introduced to strategies to leverage Gemini AI to generate project ideas, receive targeted feedback on writing projects, gain insights on visuals they create, as well as using the device to create group podcasts about the characters in Romeo and Juliet this semester.\r\nThe gift of art supplies has escalated creativity and critical thinking of my students as well. Digital platforms which they normally rely on will create slides, templates, and infographics in a matter of seconds with virtually no thinking. The art supplies allowed a level of craftsmanship for their thinking as well as facilitating more opportunities for collaboration and creativity. The presentations they did for their original artistic expressions of themes and characterization were so much more energetic and lively because they were explaining something they made through a design process rather than the click of a button.\r\nThank you so much for your investment in the critical thinking and creativity of my students this year. The engagement along with their grades have improved so much thanks to your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1768673620292,"projectUrl":"project/amplify-student-voices-by-unlocking-crea/10024131/","projectTitle":"Amplify Student Voices by unlocking Creativity and Digital Authorship","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10404890"},{"teacherId":1560702,"projectId":9729225,"letterContent":"The technology in our classroom has transformed learning from something students only read about into something they actively experience. Students are using tools such as heat presses, vinyl cutters, printers, cameras, and design software to create real products while learning entrepreneurship, marketing, budgeting, and customer service skills. One of the most exciting examples was during freshman orientation, when students designed and created custom shirts, then sold them at the event. This gave students the opportunity to manage every step of the process, from product creation and pricing to customer interaction and sales, while applying real-world business concepts in an authentic setting.\r\n\r\nThe hands-on nature of the technology has greatly increased student engagement and confidence. Many students who are typically quieter in traditional classroom settings have become leaders during production, sales, and design activities. Some students have especially connected with the creative side of the program through photography, branding, and product development, while others have enjoyed the financial and customer service aspects. Being able to create products that people genuinely wanted to purchase has helped students see the value of their skills and sparked interest in future careers in business and entrepreneurship.","fullyFundedDate":1767508679752,"projectUrl":"project/south-saber-business-branding-lab-creat/9729225/","projectTitle":"South Saber Business Branding Lab: Creating Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ellerbe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1560702_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1615303756445","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tellerbe"},{"teacherId":9356457,"projectId":9998353,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your incredible generosity in providing our classroom with the professional barista tools and essential ingredients we needed. Because of your support, our classroom coffee shop has transformed from a simple concept into a thriving, high-functioning learning environment. Seeing the students' faces light up as they unboxed high-quality equipment was a highlight of our year, but the true gift has been the sense of ownership and pride they now carry every time they step behind the counter.\r\n\r\nThe impact of this project has been profound and far-reaching. My students have moved beyond basic instruction and now independently run their own stations, demonstrating a level of mastery I am so proud to witness. Through the daily hustle of filling orders, they have cultivated vital life skills, including teamwork, efficiency, and complex problem-solving. They've also become experts in food safety and allergen awareness, ensuring that every drink served is as safe as it is delicious. This hands-on experience has taught them more about time management and customer service than any textbook ever could.\r\n\r\nPerhaps most importantly, your donation has unlocked a world of future possibilities for these students. By mastering these professional skills, they have gained a newfound sense of self-advocacy and confidence in their own abilities. This project hasn't just taught them how to make a great latte; it has prepared them for real-world job opportunities and opened doors that previously felt closed. You have given them the tools to build a brighter, more independent future, and for that, we are eternally grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1768155790759,"projectUrl":"project/sabers-sips-brewing-belonging-through-s/9998353/","projectTitle":"Sabers Sips: Brewing Belonging Through Student-Led Barista Training","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Valore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9356457_orig.jpg?crop=3648,3648,x0,y583&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726610304259","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9356457"},{"teacherId":5227365,"projectId":9992607,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for this donation. My students are using the printers to help with daily assignments and to print color images for projects. By being able to print for free, it helps to level the playing field. Now all of my students have the ability to provide high quality images to their projects. \r\nAs you can see in the image, my students are using the printers to print flyers. During elections, students let other students know about the printers and I had students that are not even in my classes make printers. I made for a very professional looking election.\r\nThank you again for providing this ability to my students.","fullyFundedDate":1768093743669,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-printing/9992607/","projectTitle":"Classroom Printing","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hamburg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5227365"},{"teacherId":2960305,"projectId":10023632,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support. My students were excited to use the materials provided. We made geopolitical foresight maps. We have use the flip charts for gallery walks. The cordless glue guns were a fun tool to use and share. \r\n\r\nWe appreciate the opportunity to have materials to do work off line and collaboratively. Many students expressed that they loved the project. I can't wait to plan the next project and to share the materials with my department and my academy team for our semester school wide PBL.","fullyFundedDate":1768653300664,"projectUrl":"project/mapping-the-future-hands-on-human-geogr/10023632/","projectTitle":"Mapping the Future: Hands-On Human Geography for 9th Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stark","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2960305_orig.jpg?crop=1482,1482,x163,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1619631883803","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/starkla"},{"teacherId":7758471,"projectId":10008230,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my Donors Choose project and for believing in the work happening in my classroom. Your contribution allowed my students to engage with materials that made our lessons more meaningful and encouraged deeper thinking. They had a great time building the mousetrap race cars and being able to use the materials. As we are a new school, funds have been tight and my students were so happy to have an excess of materials to choose from and use for their projects. There are quite a bit of supplies left and I am excited to use it for other projects later in the year and in the coming years. \r\n\r\nYour kindness created a lasting impact. My students and I are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1769019331446,"projectUrl":"project/motion-with-mouse-trap-race-cars/10008230/","projectTitle":"Motion With Mouse Trap Race Cars","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mendoza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7758471_orig.png?crop=585,585,x0,y1147&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699855732341","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7758471"},{"teacherId":8692737,"projectId":9947956,"letterContent":"We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous support of Sabers Sip. Because of your contribution, we have successfully opened a student-led business that is already making a meaningful impact on our students.\r\nSabers Sip is more than just a place where staff can enjoy coffee and soda-based drink it is a hands-on learning experience that empowers our students to build real-world skills in a supportive environment.\r\n\r\nThrough this opportunity, our students are: learning to independently prepare and serve drinks for staff members, building communication skills through daily customer interactions, developing self-advocacy and confidence in their abilities, practicing financial skills such as handling money and understanding transactions and managing inventory and understanding responsibility within a business setting\r\n\r\nYour support has allowed our students to step into roles that promote independence, responsibility, and pride in their work. Each drink they prepare is not just a product, it represents growth, effort, and progress toward becoming more independent adults.\r\n\r\nWe are already seeing increased confidence, improved communication, and a stronger sense of purpose among our students. None of this would be possible without your generosity and belief in their potential.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our program and in the future of our students. Your support is truly changing lives.","fullyFundedDate":1767970297861,"projectUrl":"project/sabers-sip/9947956/","projectTitle":"Sabers Sip","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Galvez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8692737_orig.png?crop=272,272,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699995635424","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/karina-galvez"},{"teacherId":8157745,"projectId":10000311,"letterContent":"Providing cardboard cutting tools and a variety of supplies for building 3D project models has significantly transform my high school classroom:\r\n\r\nFirst, it increased student engagement. When students can physically build and create, learning becomes more interactive and hands-on rather than purely theoretical. I saw an increase in student motivation!\r\n\r\nSecond, it deepens understanding of concepts. Constructing 3D models allowed my students to visualize abstract ideas which reinforced learning.\r\n\r\nThird, it promotes critical thinking and problem-solving. Students had to plan, measure, test, and revise their designs, which mirrors real-world processes. They learn how to troubleshoot issues, adapt their ideas, and think creatively when something doesn't work as expected.\r\n\r\nHow did your students react when they first saw the materials? - excited to have materials they did not have to buy!\r\nYour donors got a little peek into your classroom by contributing to your project, and we know that they'd love to learn more. What are the next steps for your students on a current classroom lesson or project? - they presented their models with a comprehensive presentation explain how they would reduce heat sinks using their biology content understanding","fullyFundedDate":1768166844435,"projectUrl":"project/pbl-crafts/10000311/","projectTitle":"PBL Crafts!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fossier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8157745"},{"teacherId":7874720,"projectId":9984474,"letterContent":"My 9th–10th grade engineering students are part of a brand-new Career & Technical Academy, where they are preparing to become future engineers, energy technicians, and problem solvers. Many are new to engineering and physics concepts, and they learn best through hands-on experiences rather than memorizing formulas. When students can actively test ideas and see concepts in action, their understanding and confidence grow significantly.\r\n\r\nWith these materials, students will collect real data to explore motion, forces, energy, and collisions. Instead of completing abstract worksheets, they will push carts, measure forces, analyze results, and defend their conclusions using evidence. This transforms learning into an authentic engineering experience where students think critically, solve problems, and make meaningful connections between math, science, and real-world applications.\r\n\r\nThis project will help students build confidence and develop skills they will carry into future careers. Your support provides more than equipment—it creates opportunities for students to engage deeply, think like engineers, and see themselves as capable innovators.","fullyFundedDate":1767894760646,"projectUrl":"project/engineering-motion-in-action-hands-on-k/9984474/","projectTitle":"Engineering Motion in Action: Hands-On Kinematics, Momentum & Energy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Corbin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7874720_orig.jpg?crop=2078,2078,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750713216733","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7874720"},{"teacherId":4802953,"projectId":9997114,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, thank you for your generous support of our classroom project. Your contribution has had a meaningful and immediate impact on our learning environment and on the students we serve.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom is now equipped with calming corner materials, chair bands, and after-school snacks that directly support both students' academic success and emotional well-being. The calming corner provides students with a safe, supportive space to regulate emotions when they are feeling overwhelmed or anxious. The chair bands have been especially helpful in supporting focus and self-regulation during instruction, allowing students to remain engaged and comfortable while learning.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the snacks you provided have encouraged students to stay after school for additional academic assistance. This support has increased student participation in after-school help sessions and has made a positive difference in their motivation and readiness to learn.\r\n\r\nIncluded with this letter are photos showing how these materials are being used in our classroom. These images reflect the tangible impact of your generosity and the positive learning environment you helped create.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students, who are part of the first graduating class of our new Career & Technical Academy in Las Vegas. Your support helps remove barriers to learning and empowers students to succeed both academically and personally. We are deeply grateful for your kindness and belief in our students.","fullyFundedDate":1768152648066,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-success-for-our-first-graduat/9997114/","projectTitle":"Supporting Success For Our First Graduating Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Valiente","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4802953"},{"teacherId":10400938,"projectId":10003634,"letterContent":"I am so appreciative of your donations, as are my students! We have been able to use the iPad and Apple Pencil to apply what we have learned to real world applications. We have just started learning about right triangles, the Pythagorean Theorem, and are just beginning trigonometry. Right triangles and trigonometry have numerous applications in the real world. Students have had fun using the iPad to do their calculations and visualize the applications in the real world. For example, students are able to view the problem on Khan Academy, use the scratchpad feature on Khan Academy to write their work out, and discuss their answers with classmates. You can see some samples of their work below. \r\n\r\nAnother nice feature of using the Apple Pencil is being able to change colors to show when inverse steps are used, which you can see in red above (as well as the many color options available). This is a great feature for my students that need the additional support and differentiation. It has been great to see my students get excited about the real-world applications of something as simple (but important!!) as the Pythagorean Theorem, just with the addition of the digital interface of the Apple Pencil and Apple iPad integration. Below you can see more of our work in a different application, when we covered similar shapes and dilations. The colorful shapes are helpful for students that need the additional visual representation of different shapes. Below, we have a scale factor of 2 (purple shape) and a scale factor of ½ (green shape). Students really enjoyed using the new technology instead of the usual paper-pencil!\r\n\r\nThe laptop and scanner allow students to have autonomy when using the restroom. This allows me to spend more time teaching and helping struggling students.\r\nAgain, thank you so much for your valuable donation to our program!","fullyFundedDate":1768272341811,"projectUrl":"project/empower-algebra-learners-with-technology/10003634/","projectTitle":"Empower Algebra Learners with Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Alires","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10400938"},{"teacherId":2960305,"projectId":9514191,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my project. Opening a school has been a new experience and the supplies you donated were much needed. Some of them were even shared with others on campus until we were able to access our full budget. Thank you again for your support I know in this economy money to spare is very limited but from the bottom of my heart I thank you. 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