{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Woodrow Wilson Senior High School","outOfStateSupporters":16.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1241349,"projectId":9975339,"letterContent":"Magnetic molecule kits have greatly improved student understanding of balancing chemical equations by making abstract concepts tangible. Students can build reactants and products, compare atoms, and adjust molecules to match both sides of an equation. This hands-on approach increases engagement and supports diverse learners, especially those who benefit from visual and kinesthetic learning. It also promotes collaboration and helps students develop a deeper, more lasting understanding beyond pencil-and-paper methods alone.","fullyFundedDate":1767881822018,"projectUrl":"project/making-molecules-stick-hands-on-chemist/9975339/","projectTitle":"Making Molecules Stick: Hands-On Chemistry with Magnetic Atoms","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Vanegas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1241349_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1471042957152","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1241349"},{"teacherId":1533267,"projectId":10143508,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations to help provide class sets of \"Man's Search for Meaning\" and \"Women, Race, and Class\". Both of these books offer valuable and powerful perspectives on the human condition. Through reading these books, my students will be able to explore profound and timeless questions about life and society. They will help us question how we treat one another and why inequality and oppression exist. \r\n\r\nThrough reading these books, my students will join in an ageless discussion about how best to organize a society that allows for the thriving of all community members.","fullyFundedDate":1773843466430,"projectUrl":"project/collective-philosophy/10143508/","projectTitle":"Collective Philosophy","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Thalkar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1533267"},{"teacherId":1533267,"projectId":10153331,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my project. Thanks to you, my students now have access to a wide range of graphic novels that both share history and offer often overlooked perspectives. These approachable, engaging, and informative texts will help my students cultivate a love of history and reading. \r\n\r\nYour donation helped enrich my classroom library which, in turn, will help enrich the minds and spirits of my students. They will be exposed to artforms, literature, and stories that they might not otherwise have encountered.","fullyFundedDate":1773843466628,"projectUrl":"project/history-in-comics/10153331/","projectTitle":"History in Comics","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Thalkar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1533267"},{"teacherId":1533267,"projectId":10154877,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to help provide class sets of The Little Prince for my philosophy classes. Thanks to your donation, my students will be able to engage in a shared reading experience. While reading The Little Prince, my students and I will discuss love, beauty, responsibility, and what it means two be a good person in the world. These conversations would not be able to happen in the same way without your generous donation. \r\n\r\nMy students have already noticed the new books in our classroom, and they are excited to get started reading the book.","fullyFundedDate":1773843466155,"projectUrl":"project/the-little-prince-life-and-philosophy/10154877/","projectTitle":"The Little Prince, Life, and Philosophy","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Thalkar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1533267"},{"teacherId":9824582,"projectId":9423771,"letterContent":"This project has helped my students by providing them with meaningful access to structured and sensory-friendly physical activity. We are using the weighted soccer ball, portable net, and color-coded bibs to teach basic soccer skills such as kicking, aiming, and passing. One memorable moment was during a small-group activity where students practiced passing the ball to a peer and then taking turns shooting into the net. The slower pace of the ball allowed students more processing time, and the visual structure provided by the bibs helped them understand team roles, leading to increased participation and success.\r\n\r\nWhen students were first introduced to the materials, many showed excitement and curiosity. Students who are typically hesitant to engage in group activities were more willing to participate because the equipment felt manageable and predictable. It is nice to see my students smiling, waiting for their turn, and engaging in positive peer interactions. Some students independently initiate passes or celebrate a classmate's goal. We have been able to include other classes to participate in these positive activities. We will continue building on these foundational skills by increasing opportunities for teamwork, communication, and independence. Our next steps include supporting students in using verbal language or communication devices to request the ball, identify teammates, and follow simple game routines. My students and I thank you for your donation.","fullyFundedDate":1754691362093,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-friendly-soccer-for-students-wit/9423771/","projectTitle":"Sensory-Friendly Soccer for Students with Autism","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. C","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9824582_orig.jpg?crop=1284,1284,x0,y671&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730589609955","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9824582"},{"teacherId":9824582,"projectId":9242077,"letterContent":"This project has had an impact on my students by giving them access to books that truly reflect their individual interests and learning styles. With these new texts, we have been able to target essential literacy skills such as identifying characters and main ideas, making connections to personal experiences, and building vocabulary in a way that feels engaging and relevant. For many of my students with diverse learning needs, having high-interest and accessible books has also supported foundational skills like using picture cues to support comprehension. These books have allowed me to differentiate instruction more effectively and provide multiple entry points for students at varying levels.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading now looks more interactive and student-centered. Students participate in small group and one-on-one reading activities where they can explore books that match their interests. We incorporate visuals, repeated readings, and discussion prompts to help students engage with the text. Some students use communication devices or sentence starters to share their thoughts, while others point to pictures or answer simple comprehension questions. The increased engagement has led to longer periods of focus and more meaningful participation during literacy time.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have shown noticeable growth and enthusiasm since receiving these books. One student who previously struggled to stay engaged during reading time now eagerly selects books about animals and independently flips through the pages, pointing out familiar images. Another student has begun using new vocabulary words from the National Geographic books during class discussions. These moments are significant, as they reflect both increased confidence and a deeper connection to learning. Your support has helped create a more inclusive and motivating reading environment where all students can experience success.","fullyFundedDate":1746785540566,"projectUrl":"project/reading-adventures-for-my-amazing-studen/9242077/","projectTitle":"Reading Adventures for My Amazing Students with Autism","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. C","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9824582_orig.jpg?crop=1284,1284,x0,y671&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730589609955","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9824582"},{"teacherId":9642222,"projectId":10032410,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for prioritizing the mental health of our scholars. Having incentives for them makes it a thousand times easier to engage them in mental health conversations that otherwise they may not so easily have. I appreciate all your generosity! The impact of this work is significant in the lives of our youth so know that your kindness goes a long way. \r\n\r\nWithout your support, this work would not be able to reach the amount of students we have been able to engage in. Thank you for supporting the work we do around mental health.","fullyFundedDate":1769177636857,"projectUrl":"project/treats-for-mental-health-awareness/10032410/","projectTitle":"Treats for Mental Health Awareness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Samaniego","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9642222_orig.jpg?crop=1622,1622,x635,y1189&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723235168004","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/samaniego"},{"teacherId":1241349,"projectId":9874789,"letterContent":"The bottle rocket launchers had an incredible impact on our students by turning abstract physics concepts into an exciting, real-world experience. Instead of simply reading about potential and kinetic energy, students were able to see energy transformation in action. As they pumped air into the rockets, they observed how pressure built up inside the bottle, storing potential energy. When the launcher released, that stored energy rapidly converted into kinetic energy, propelling the rocket high into the sky.\r\n\r\nThis hands-on demonstration helped students clearly understand how pressure, force, and energy transfer work together. They could connect classroom formulas to what they physically saw and heard at launch. Beyond the science, the activity created genuine excitement and curiosity. Students cheered, predicted outcomes, adjusted designs, and eagerly discussed why some rockets traveled higher or farther than others. The bottle rocket launchers made learning unforgettable, combining rigorous scientific principles with fun and engagement that motivated every student to participate.","fullyFundedDate":1763612143539,"projectUrl":"project/ready-for-lift-off-rocket-launch-pads-f/9874789/","projectTitle":"Ready for Lift-Off: Rocket Launch Pads for Our Scientists","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Vanegas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1241349_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1471042957152","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1241349"},{"teacherId":1241349,"projectId":9770223,"letterContent":"Your generous donation of magnetic molecular modeling kits transformed our chemistry classroom by making abstract concepts tangible and engaging. Instead of only drawing formulas, students physically built molecules atom by atom, seeing their three-dimensional shapes and bond angles. This hands-on experience helped them better understand molecular geometry and bonding. \r\n\r\nAs students constructed molecules like CO₂ and CH₄, they used the periodic table to calculate molar mass by counting the atoms in their models, making the math meaningful and concrete. Engagement increased significantly, especially for visual and kinesthetic learners, as students collaborated, corrected one another, and explored how molecular shape affects behavior. Your support has made chemistry more interactive, accessible, and exciting for all of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1763612143251,"projectUrl":"project/magnetic-molecules-making-chemistry-cli/9770223/","projectTitle":"Magnetic Molecules: Making Chemistry Click!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Vanegas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1241349_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1471042957152","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1241349"},{"teacherId":1241349,"projectId":9851433,"letterContent":"The organizing shelves have transformed our chemistry lab stations. Students can now store their crystals and ongoing experiments safely in compact shelving right at their lab benches. Being able to observe their work over time has strengthened their understanding of scientific change and careful data collection. These shelves have made organization efficient and accessible. Materials are no longer misplaced, and transitions between class periods are smoother and more productive. Students take greater ownership of their lab work because they have a dedicated space for their investigations. Thank you to the generous donors for providing this valuable resource for our classroom and supporting hands-on science learning.","fullyFundedDate":1762267582999,"projectUrl":"project/storing-science-organizers-for-ongoing/9851433/","projectTitle":"Storing Science: Organizers for Ongoing Chemistry Experiments","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Vanegas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1241349_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1471042957152","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1241349"},{"teacherId":58214,"projectId":9376514,"letterContent":"Words can not express how grateful we all are for.your generous donation to out classroom. When my students found out that they would be reading brand new books, they were excited. They understood that there are people out there that care about their education. Many have not read a whole book in class before. \r\n We started reading Perks of Being a Wallflower for our Journeys of Transformation unit and I was amazed on how attentive students were. The quiet students spoke up in class to discuss the letters that we read in the book. This goes to show what the power of caring and reading can do for a student.\r\n Thank you again for your love and thoughtfulness to help bring books into our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1758520920931,"projectUrl":"project/finding-the-perks-of-being-in-9th-grad/9376514/","projectTitle":"Finding the \"Perks\" of Being in 9th Grade.","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marquez-Corado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp58214_orig.png?crop=922,922,x6,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673366340857","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/58214"},{"teacherId":9823681,"projectId":9848556,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our fitness project! Since receiving the jump ropes, agility ladders, balance discs, resistance bands, and speaker, our Adapted PE classes have felt more engaging, structured, and fun than ever.\r\n\r\nThe speaker has been a game changer. We use music to help with transitions, pacing, and motivation, and it's made a huge difference for my students. Many of them respond really well to rhythm and routine, so having music playing during workouts helps them stay focused and excited to participate. It's also helped create a positive, upbeat environment where students feel comfortable moving and trying new things.\r\n\r\nThe fitness equipment has been just as impactful. Students love having options—some gravitate toward the balance discs to work on balance and core strength, while others prefer resistance bands because they can adjust the challenge level. Jump ropes have been great for building coordination and cardio, and it's been awesome to see students cheering each other on as they practice.\r\n\r\nI've seen students who were once hesitant to join in become more confident and willing to try. One student in particular now asks to use the balance discs every class, while others proudly show how they can use the bands independently. These moments may seem small, but they mean everything to my students.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making this project possible and for supporting my students in such a meaningful way. 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