{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Wallis Annenberg High School","outOfStateSupporters":25.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5031275,"projectId":10433189,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Driving Success Through High School Golf\" project. Your generosity has given my students access to quality golf equipment and an opportunity that many of them have never experienced before. When the students first saw the new golf clubs and golf balls, their excitement was incredible. They immediately wanted to hold the clubs, practice their swings, and begin learning more about the game. For students at our Title I high school, having access to this equipment makes them feel valued and reminds them that they deserve the same opportunities as students in more affluent communities.\r\n\r\nWe are using the new equipment to teach students the fundamentals of golf, including proper grip, stance, swing technique, putting, and course etiquette. Students are practicing together, encouraging one another, and learning that improvement comes through patience, perseverance, and consistent effort. One of the most rewarding moments has been watching students who had little or no previous golf experience gain confidence as they make better contact with the ball and see their practice paying off. Beyond learning a new sport, they are developing important life skills such as responsibility, integrity, self-discipline, teamwork, and resilience.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue building students' skills through regular practice and prepare them to play on a golf course and eventually represent our school in competition. Your support has helped us create more than just a golf program, you have opened the door to a new experience that can build confidence, create lasting memories, and introduce students to a sport they can enjoy throughout their lives. Thank you for believing in our students and for helping us drive toward success both on and off the course.","fullyFundedDate":1785776169126,"projectUrl":"project/driving-success-through-high-school-golf/10433189/","projectTitle":"Driving Success Through High School Golf","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. DeLuna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5031275_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785359091545","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-deluna"},{"teacherId":5031275,"projectId":10333390,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generosity of our donors, the \"Future Champions: Developing Soccer Skills and Leadership\" project has given our students access to quality soccer equipment and meaningful opportunities to develop their athletic skills. When the students first saw the new materials, their excitement was immediate. They were eager to get outside, practice, and put the equipment to use. For many of our students, having access to quality athletic resources at school is especially meaningful because these opportunities and materials are not always available to them outside of school.\r\n\r\nWe are using the new resources to help students strengthen fundamental soccer skills such as passing, dribbling, shooting, ball control, teamwork, and communication. During practices, students work together through skill-building drills and small-sided activities that encourage them to support one another and take on leadership roles. It has been wonderful to see students grow more confident, encourage their teammates, and understand that success in soccer requires perseverance, discipline, cooperation, and practice.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue building on these skills and prepare students to use what they have learned in more competitive game situations. Beyond improving as soccer players, I want my students to develop the confidence, leadership, responsibility, and teamwork that will benefit them in the classroom and throughout their lives. Thank you for believing in our students and providing them with opportunities they truly deserve. Your generosity is helping us develop not only stronger athletes, but also confident young leaders and future champions.","fullyFundedDate":1781219553647,"projectUrl":"project/future-champions-developing-soccer-skil/10333390/","projectTitle":"Future Champions: Developing Soccer Skills and Leadership","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. DeLuna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5031275_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785359091545","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-deluna"},{"teacherId":10329737,"projectId":10259252,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Your support provides my students with the calculators, rulers, and compasses that they need to fully participate in our geometry lessons.\r\n\r\nThese tools will help students explore concepts through hands-on learning, build confidence, and spend more time thinking about the math instead of worrying about not having the right supplies. It's exciting to know they'll be able to learn by creating, measuring, and discovering for themselves.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a real difference for my students. Your kindness and support are greatly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1779077384410,"projectUrl":"project/building-geometry-skills-with-the-right/10259252/","projectTitle":"Building Geometry Skills with the Right Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10329737"},{"teacherId":5031275,"projectId":10121793,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Snack Packs Supporting Our School Community: Students Lead The Way!\" Your generosity made it possible for my students to turn an idea into meaningful action. With the supplies you provided, my Algebra 1 students worked together to assemble snack packs that were distributed to members of our school community who needed extra support. This project helped students see that mathematics and education extend far beyond the classroom. They can be used to organize, plan, and make a real difference in people's lives.\r\nWhen the materials arrived, my students were excited to get started. They took ownership of every step of the project, from organizing supplies to packing and preparing snack bags for distribution. It was inspiring to watch them collaborate, solve problems, and take pride in serving others. Many students shared that they had never participated in a community service project before, and they were grateful for the opportunity to give back.\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom became a place where students learned not only academic skills but also empathy, leadership, teamwork, and civic responsibility. This project has inspired us to continue finding ways to serve our school and local community. Thank you for believing in our students and investing in experiences that will stay with them long after they leave my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1778031113885,"projectUrl":"project/snack-packs-supporting-our-school-commun/10121793/","projectTitle":"Snack Packs Supporting Our School Community: Students Lead The Way!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. DeLuna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5031275_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785359091545","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-deluna"},{"teacherId":10329737,"projectId":10074595,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project and helping bring this kindness initiative to life. Your generosity is making a meaningful difference for our students and our entire school community. Because of your support, our students had the opportunity to lead a schoolwide community service project focused on spreading kindness, promoting wellness, and building stronger connections with others. They were very excited to organize and share snacks with peers who may need encouragement or support.\r\n\r\nThis project is about much more than the items themselves. Through this experience, students are learning the value of empathy, teamwork, leadership, and service. They are discovering how simple acts of kindness can create a more caring, inclusive, and supportive school environment.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your generosity and support for our students. Thank you for helping create opportunities for students to grow not only academically, but also socially and emotionally through meaningful acts of service and compassion.","fullyFundedDate":1772573382641,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-acts-of-service-students-leading/10074595/","projectTitle":"Sweet Acts of Service: Students Leading with Kindness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10329737"},{"teacherId":10340459,"projectId":10065672,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation of snacks for our students, our classroom has become an even more welcoming and supportive place to learn. We use the snacks during class as a quick energy boost, especially during longer lessons or group activities. One memorable moment was during a collaborative project when students were working hard and feeling tired. Having snacks available helped them recharge and stay focused, and the positive energy in the room was noticeable.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the snacks, they were excited and incredibly grateful. Many of them smiled and immediately said thank you. It may seem like a small thing, but to them it felt like a big act of kindness. The snacks created a sense of comfort and community in our classroom.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we plan to continue using the snacks to support students during upcoming lessons and projects that require teamwork and concentration. Our next steps involve more group-based activities where students will rely on communication and problem-solving skills. Your support is helping create an environment where students feel cared for and ready to learn, and we truly appreciate your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1770078837874,"projectUrl":"project/students-serving-students-a-fight-hunge/10065672/","projectTitle":"Students Serving Students: A Fight Hunger At Our School!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Garrett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10340459"},{"teacherId":10098425,"projectId":10064346,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping bring our student-led snack pack project to life. My students used these snacks to take real action in support of our school community. Instead of simply receiving materials, they became the leaders of the project. They sorted the snacks, organized them into packs, discussed what would be useful and easy for students to take with them, and worked together to prepare everything with care and responsibility.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, they were excited because they immediately understood that this project was not just about snacks. It was about making sure other students felt supported, seen, and cared for. They asked thoughtful questions about how to organize the items, how to make the packs balanced, and how to make sure the process was fair and respectful for everyone receiving them. That moment showed me how much empathy and leadership my students already carry when they are trusted with meaningful work.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my students were able to connect classroom learning with real service. They practiced teamwork, planning, communication, and decision-making while addressing a real need in our school community. Our next step is to continue building student leadership around service projects so students can keep identifying needs around them and take thoughtful action. Your generosity helped my students see that they have the power to make a positive difference, and I am truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1770062157864,"projectUrl":"project/student-led-snack-packs-to-support-our-s/10064346/","projectTitle":"Student-Led Snack Packs to Support Our School Community","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Raza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10098425_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753770228683","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/raza"},{"teacherId":10340452,"projectId":10018616,"letterContent":"Since receiving these resources, my students have been using the sensory and focus tools daily during both instruction and independent work. For example, during a recent lesson on circle equations, I noticed a group of students who typically struggle to stay engaged were able to remain focused for longer periods while using stress balls and fidget tools. Instead of shutting down when the math became challenging, they stayed present, worked through problems, and even asked more questions. When the materials were first introduced, students were genuinely excited—they immediately recognized that these tools were meant to support them, not distract them, and many expressed appreciation for having something that helps them feel calmer and more in control during class. \r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these tools will continue to play a key role as we move into more complex units that require sustained focus and problem-solving. My goal is to build students' independence by helping them identify which strategies and tools work best for them, so they can regulate their own learning. We are currently beginning deeper work with circles and will soon transition into new applications, and I've already seen how these supports allow students to take on more challenging tasks with confidence. Because of your generosity, my classroom is becoming a more inclusive, supportive space where all students have what they need to stay engaged and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1770662675355,"projectUrl":"project/calm-minds-focused-learners/10018616/","projectTitle":"Calm Minds, Focused Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Moran","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10340452_orig.jpg?crop=571,571,x122,y78&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762224117722","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10340452"},{"teacherId":10340452,"projectId":10091040,"letterContent":"Thank you for making this student-led service initiative possible. When my students first received the materials, they were excited and immediately took ownership of the project. They carefully assembled binders and collaborated on how to organize them in ways that would best support their peers. My students then led demonstrations where they taught others how to organize notes, vocabulary, and reading materials, creating a powerful moment of student leadership and collaboration.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, students across our school are now more organized and confident in managing their work. Moving forward, my students will continue leading organization workshops and expanding this initiative to support even more peers. They are also refining their systems to ensure lasting academic success. Your generosity has created meaningful opportunities for students to lead, serve, and grow.","fullyFundedDate":1772552144776,"projectUrl":"project/students-leading-a-schoolwide-academic-o/10091040/","projectTitle":"Students Leading a Schoolwide Academic Organization Service Initiative","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Moran","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10340452_orig.jpg?crop=571,571,x122,y78&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762224117722","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10340452"},{"teacherId":10379496,"projectId":9952315,"letterContent":"I'm excited to share that students learned a great deal in this project focused on the exponential function unit, specifically continuous growth using base e. Printing the tables they completed provided a tangible, manipulable reference as we explored how the function behaves over time. This hands-on approach helped demystify continuous growth and gave students a solid anchor for discussion and inquiry. 🎓🧮\r\n\r\nAnother highlight was how the printer enabled me to produce additional tables for demos, giving students extended opportunities to engage with technology in our lessons. With these extra tables, they could test different growth rates and compare outcomes in real time, strengthening the link between theory and practice. As they interacted with the demos, they used their graphic organizers and success criteria to organize ideas, monitor progress, and self-assess their understanding. 💡🖨️📊\r\n\r\nOverall, this approach showed that combining printed tables, tech-enabled demos, and structured organizers boosted learning in the unit. Students left with greater fluency in modeling continuous growth with base e and more confidence applying these ideas to real-world contexts. I'm excited to continue embedding print-ready resources and clear success criteria into future units to sustain this momentum. If you'd like to discuss further or share ideas, I'd love to hear from you. ✨","fullyFundedDate":1765424796463,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-printer-for-low-socio-economic/9952315/","projectTitle":"Classroom Printer For Low Socio Economic Students Who Lack Printers.","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Cantu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10379496"},{"teacherId":9615444,"projectId":9811141,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom library has been transformed into a space where students feel encouraged to read, explore, and see themselves reflected in books. These new titles give my 9–12 grade students greater choice and access to engaging, high-interest texts that support both academic learning and personal growth. Many of my students rely on the classroom library as their primary source of books, so having updated and diverse options has already increased student motivation and independent reading. Your support helps foster a love of reading, strengthens literacy skills, and creates a more inclusive and supportive learning environment. Thank you for making a meaningful difference in my students' daily learning experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1760386379165,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-library/9811141/","projectTitle":"Classroom Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Munns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9615444_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776969394561","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9615444"},{"teacherId":5031275,"projectId":10066197,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support of Where Technology And Hands-On STEM Spark Student Discovery, my students are experiencing math and STEM learning in a completely new way. The Samsung TV and interactive display tools allow us to project graphs, real-world data sets, student work, and problem-solving steps in real time. Instead of copying notes passively, students now come up to the screen to present their thinking, annotate solutions, and explain their reasoning. This visibility has strengthened classroom discussions, increased engagement, and helped students develop the confidence to articulate mathematical ideas clearly.\r\nWhat excites students most is how interactive and hands-on our classroom has become. The Gravitrax kits, in particular, have sparked incredible collaboration. Students are designing marble runs, testing hypotheses, analyzing angles and motion, and revising their models using problem-solving strategies that directly connect to our Algebra 1 standards. The energy in the room shifts when they see their designs work after multiple revisions, it's a productive struggle in action. They are not just learning formulas; they are applying critical thinking and engineering design skills in real time.\r\nSeveral students who were previously hesitant to participate have truly flourished with this technology. Students who struggle with traditional note-taking now engage through visual modeling and hands-on exploration. I've seen quieter students volunteer to present solutions on the screen and lead small-group engineering challenges with the Gravitrax sets. Your support has not only provided equipment, it has created access, confidence, and opportunity. 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