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I hope they make long lasting friendships through this club!","fullyFundedDate":1759375099377,"projectUrl":"project/club-essentials/9762799/","projectTitle":"Club Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rogers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9696911_orig.jpg?crop=2081,2081,x66,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738173223473","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9696911"},{"teacherId":9130184,"projectId":7595904,"letterContent":"I love being an Art teacher. I love my students and our big classroom. It is really important to me to create a loving and peaceful safe space for kids. We live in a chaotic world, and we can't always control the noise. I can however control my classroom environment. \r\n\r\nIt is important to me to that we have a fun learning environment. I reward my students with large amounts of gold stars. If they are listening, being kind, etc. They can start out with 5,000 gold stars at a time. High school kids still love this. They are rewarded with snacks, or board game time with friends. \r\n\r\nKeeping kids busy and engaged bell to bell is important to good classroom management and behavior. It also earns trust.\r\n\r\nWe are always out of pencils, and markers so I included this as well. \r\n\r\nThank you from the bottom of my heart. You made my day and my job much easier.","fullyFundedDate":1696216249037,"projectUrl":"project/early-finisher-stimulation-station/7595904/","projectTitle":"Early Finisher Stimulation Station","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Edmonds","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9130184_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y384&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736475873344","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9130184"},{"teacherId":3137909,"projectId":9690291,"letterContent":"Having access to Wayground is something that impacts my classroom in a BIG way! It is a robust platform that allows me a multitude of ways to engage my students in the learning that I present. Students appreciate the fact that it allows immediate feedback (are they right or not?) and I love that feature as well! As we play, it is not uncommon to hear \"Oh man! I can't believe I picked THAT wrong answer!\" or \"YESSSS! I KNEW IT!\". \r\nWayground also allows my students to compete with each other for \"Fabulous Prizes\" (items from the \"Tackle-Box of Treasure\"- yes, even high schoolers still love themselves a treasure box). The competition element is always a big winner and encourages even the most reluctant learners to try their best for the chance at a prize.\r\nThank you so much for your belief in my students and myself. Having resources like Wayground is just another way to make sure I'm doing my very best to engage my students in science learning.","fullyFundedDate":1758390774777,"projectUrl":"project/give-us-a-wayground-playground/9690291/","projectTitle":"Give Us a Wayground Playground","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. T.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3137909_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y80&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1713637535888","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sarahthompson5"},{"teacherId":3137909,"projectId":9567586,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for my classroom goodies. After 20 years of teaching high school science, I have a lot of stuff. After the July 4th flooding in the TX Hill Country, I wanted my kids to have as calm and orderly year as possible. Your generous donation will provide my students and I with a more organized & functional classroom (and get the fire marshal to quit fussing at me about cardboard boxes on my cabinets!). People like you are truly the BEST kind of people. I appreciate the fact that you believe in me, my students, and public education enough to allow me to add value to my classroom. To some, this project may have seemed silly. But your ability to see the effects that amazing classrooms like mine can have on high school students during (and after) their time with me is something that makes my heart truly happy. Thank you for allowing me to continue the legacy of learning in my classroom and beyond.","fullyFundedDate":1755616261463,"projectUrl":"project/refresh-restock-our-science-lab/9567586/","projectTitle":"Refresh & Restock Our Science Lab","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. T.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3137909_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y80&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1713637535888","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sarahthompson5"},{"teacherId":3137909,"projectId":9312733,"letterContent":"Your funding of my project couldn't have come at a more meaningful time. Since it was funded at the end of the year, my supply shipment had to wait for August. Summer started and the students and I forgot everything there was to forget about school. But we live in the TX hill country, and July 4th happened. Teachers, students, friends, loved ones- raging floods swept some out from our lives and into our memories. Starting back up in August was rough, we lost a beloved teacher from our campus and his whole family. Classroom supplies were the last thing on my mind. But then- boy howdy!- did they show up! Those deliveries truly were something to get excited about. Boxes full of those \"extras\" that make my classroom a place that kids love to be. The reward items? Already a hit! The \"treasure box\" is being used liberally to motivate students that have lived through life-changing events. The fish tank items? About to be put to use in order to set up our year-long aquatic ecosystem project AND giving our students/families (some who have lost everything) one less thing to worry about buying. To some, prizes and fish tank stuff may seem frivolous and inconsequential. I wanted to let you know that, through your generosity, you have brightened the days of hundreds of students. Thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1746832836279,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-minds-on/9312733/","projectTitle":"Hands-On, Minds On","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. T.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3137909_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y80&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1713637535888","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sarahthompson5"},{"teacherId":9024402,"projectId":9054493,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous funding of our school supply refresh project. We are already using all of the supplies that you provided. My freshmen used the colored pencils and glue sticks this week to complete a paper pig project (that they are now using as a guide for their fetal pig dissections). They turned out great!\r\nTomorrow my AP Biology students are going to use the large post it posters to make anchor charts to be used next year in class to help students better understand the units that we are covering in class. I'm excited to see how they're going to turn out.\r\nI am using the post it notes for my planner. They are helpful for planning, and then adjusting my plan as I go along. Students also use the post its to answer questions, make notes on other students work products, etc. \r\nI cannot properly express how grateful I am to you for funding supplies for my classroom. They should last well into next year too!","fullyFundedDate":1739249875078,"projectUrl":"project/school-supply-upgraderefresh/9054493/","projectTitle":"School supply upgrade/refresh","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Burchers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9024402_orig.jpg?crop=1501,1501,x1442,y382&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683220345683","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9024402"},{"teacherId":9127449,"projectId":8923025,"letterContent":"I would like to extend our deepest gratitude for your generous support of our educational project for students with special needs. Your contribution has made a significant difference in the lives of our students and educators. Through your commitment, you have helped create an environment where learning can thrive, allowing students to engage with resources and opportunities that would not have been possible without your assistance. Donors like you make it possible to continue our mission of making quality education accessible to all.\r\n Thanks to your generosity, we have been able to provide essential tools, expand our curriculum, and improve the educational experience for our students. This support not only enhances the academic journey of our students but also empowers educators to foster creativity, critical thinking, and personal growth. The impact of your donation is immeasurable!\r\n Once again, we thank you for your unwavering support. We are truly fortunate to have you. Your belief in the power of education is inspiring, and we are deeply grateful for the difference you've made.","fullyFundedDate":1739249872337,"projectUrl":"project/meeting-special-education-sensory-needs/8923025/","projectTitle":"Meeting Special Education Sensory Needs for Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. D","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9127449_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741365391130","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/loveforlifeskills"},{"teacherId":2429223,"projectId":8989711,"letterContent":"The Period Project is probably the most important grant I've ever received. Funding for period supplies for students in an area of high economic disadvantage has truly made a difference.\r\n\r\nWe are able to offer supplies to as many as 800 students on a regular basis. Our dispensing bins are kept stocked every day. My own students have expressed how important this project has been to their mental well being. One said, \"to not have to make do and design something out of cheap toilet paper that won't work well is amazing. I no longer have to worry about how I will pay for supplies or what happens if I run out. I can even take a few things home until I can get to the store.\" It takes their period from being a crisis, to just another part of life.\r\n\r\nThere are so many difficult situations in life now, and relieving this burden from our students is just incredible. I love working with teenagers and I am grateful to be able to help them. As a student with next to no resources myself in high school, I clearly remember what it felt like to try to \"make do.\" It made me feel less than, unbearable self conscious, less than hygienic and clean, and I was always worried that someone would know that I was on my period. I truly get what our students face and I truly appreciate being able to offer products to students, no questions asked.","fullyFundedDate":1734123954583,"projectUrl":"project/protecting-young-women-from-period-pover/8989711/","projectTitle":"Protecting Young Women From Period Poverty","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dunigan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2429223"},{"teacherId":9696911,"projectId":9086555,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our fundraiser for a new terrarium for Beans, the ball python. Your contributions will make a significant difference in creating a comfortable and engaging environment for him. The students are thrilled about the opportunity to learn more about reptiles and their habitats. With your help, we can enhance our classroom experience and foster a deeper appreciation for wildlife. We truly appreciate your kindness and commitment to our educational journey. Thank you for being a vital part of our classroom community!","fullyFundedDate":1738268097070,"projectUrl":"project/beans-the-ball-python/9086555/","projectTitle":"Beans the Ball Python","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rogers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9696911_orig.jpg?crop=2081,2081,x66,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738173223473","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9696911"},{"teacherId":3137909,"projectId":9043369,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity! The prizes have been a huge hit and I am diving into the books you purchased me. The laminating sheets are being put to good use as I make durable teaching aids that will be used for years to come. \r\nWe have yet to arrive at \"Testing Season\", but April will be here in a blink and the prizes will become even more helpful. I plan on using some of the strategies I have seen in the books so far to make our standardized test review even more helpful and fun for the kids as well. Meaningful lessons AND prizes?!? Who could ask for anything more?!\r\nAgain, my students and I appreciate your help. It truly is you all who make my classroom the well-loved and fabulous place for learning that it is. Tangible prizes, like stickers, are great- but it is donors like you that are the true prize for teachers like me.","fullyFundedDate":1737075460902,"projectUrl":"project/eyes-on-the-prize/9043369/","projectTitle":"Eyes On The Prize","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. T.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3137909_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y80&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1713637535888","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sarahthompson5"},{"teacherId":9056879,"projectId":8886150,"letterContent":"My freshman algebra 1 students have been using their notebooks for the past two weeks. They were excited to get fresh free school supplies and love being able to look back at their notebook for their assignments or an open notes quiz. Its easier for them to turn to a specific page and everyone be on the same page since all of them including myself are using the interactive notebook style. We are also loving the snacks provided for a little pick up when their energy is low and I can use it as an incentive to get students motivated.\r\nThank you for supporting my classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1736879379868,"projectUrl":"project/interactive-learning/8886150/","projectTitle":"Interactive Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9056879_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x401,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686667070952","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9056879"},{"teacherId":9024402,"projectId":8463067,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding my curriculum update. Your donations were used to purchase a fun activities for my Biology students from the Teachers Pay Teachers website.\r\nThe uploaded pictures are from 2 of the activities you funded and we used within the past week. The first compares the function of organelles in cells to parts of a city. It was challenging and fun, and the students enjoyed it. The second picture is a coloring page that compared the organelles found in plant and animal cells. We've enjoyed both of these activities this week, but you funded so many more that we will use throughout the year.\r\nThank you for your generosity. I have some wonderful, smart future scientists in my classes and you have made our year more fun/meaningful/hands on. You've also made my year easier as a teacher. 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Tivy High School is
a rural public school
in Kerrville, Texas that is part of Kerrville Independent School District.
It serves 1,409 students
in grades 9 - 12 with a student/teacher ratio of 15.7:1.
Its teachers have had 59 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
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of students receive free or reduced price lunch
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47%
of students are Black, Latino, Native
American, or Asian
Data about school demographics comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. The numbers in this chart may not add up to 100% because of limitations in the available data.
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Tivy High School
$25,595
raised using DonorsChoose
59
projects
funded
23
teachers
funded
108
donors
9
projects
for
basic supplies
8
projects for
technology
4
projects for
books
5
projects
for
art supplies
Tivy High School has received support from
91 individuals from Texas and
17 individuals out-of-state.