{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Westwood High School","outOfStateSupporters":34.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1053615,"projectId":9906285,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my students. They were beyond psyched to get the extra snacks. There was such great variety that it has kept their bellies full so their brains could do to the heavy lifting! \r\n\r\nThis project started with- Miss, we should have a Kit Kat party- to now students being able to advocate for their own needs and take what they need, while also leaving enough behind for the next day and for others. \r\n\r\nAs we look to finish out this school year with many amazing students, it's great to see the growth in many of their skills outside of the classroom and see the amazing young men and women that they have become to create such positive impacts onto our local community. \r\n\r\nAgain, thank you for helping us to create such a positive impact!","fullyFundedDate":1767129024023,"projectUrl":"project/hey-miss-you-got-any-snacks/9906285/","projectTitle":"Hey Miss, You Got Any Snacks?","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cichy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1053615_orig.png?crop=3414,3414,x0,y45&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1619189842639","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-cichy"},{"teacherId":7667264,"projectId":6350926,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Geometry classroom and helping bring hands-on learning to life. When students first received the measuring tapes, they were excited to finally \"do real math\" outside of their notebooks. We immediately put them to use measuring objects around campus, such as flagpoles, walls, and trees. One memorable lesson involved students measuring shadows and nearby objects to indirectly calculate the height of much taller structures. Students worked together, recorded their measurements, and discussed strategies, making the math both engaging and meaningful.\r\n\r\nThese materials have allowed me to move beyond abstract examples and give students authentic opportunities to apply geometric reasoning. Students were more invested because they gathered the data themselves and could clearly see how geometry is used in the real world. Many students expressed surprise at how accurate their calculations were, which boosted their confidence and deepened their understanding of similar triangles and proportional reasoning.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, students will continue using the measuring tapes for real-world projects involving indirect measurement, scale drawings, and problem-solving challenges. They will analyze accuracy, compare methods, and reflect on how geometry applies to careers such as engineering, construction, and architecture. Your support has made learning more interactive, relevant, and empowering for my students, and we are incredibly grateful for the opportunity you've given them.","fullyFundedDate":1649392720806,"projectUrl":"project/indirect-measurement-with-geometry/6350926/","projectTitle":"Indirect Measurement With Geometry","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Naumann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7667264_orig.jpg?crop=956,956,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649094637229","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/naumann"},{"teacherId":7667264,"projectId":6732278,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our classroom. Because of you, my students now have access to Marble Run games that have already made a powerful impact. When the materials arrived, students were immediately excited and curious. Many gathered around, eager to touch the pieces and start building. That excitement quickly turned into meaningful collaboration as students worked together to design, test, and improve their marble runs. I've seen students who were once hesitant to speak now sharing ideas, negotiating roles, and encouraging their peers.\r\n\r\nWe use the Marble Run games during STEM-focused group activities, where students must work together to solve challenges such as designing a run that moves the marble the farthest or includes specific features. These activities naturally promote teamwork, communication, and problem-solving. One memorable moment was watching a group struggle at first, then succeed after listening to each other's ideas and revising their design together. These moments show tremendous growth in both social-emotional learning and collaboration skills, especially for students who missed out on social interactions during COVID.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue using the Marble Runs to explore more complex STEM concepts like motion, gravity, and cause-and-effect, while strengthening their collaboration skills. They will reflect on what worked, what didn't, and how teamwork helped them succeed. Your support has given my students more than materials—it has given them confidence, connection, and essential skills they will carry with them beyond the classroom. Thank you for helping my students learn and grow together.","fullyFundedDate":1661394289074,"projectUrl":"project/stem-through-marble-run/6732278/","projectTitle":"STEM through Marble Run!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Naumann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7667264_orig.jpg?crop=956,956,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649094637229","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/naumann"},{"teacherId":6261467,"projectId":9932271,"letterContent":"My students find writing instruments difficult to come by and retain. By having them available in the class, I encourage more writing and less time spent on trying to find a pencil. Less time just sitting doing nothing because they don't have a pencil.\r\n\r\nSometimes kids forget their ID's and cannot get the food at school. They have no money and no School ID and therefore no food. With your support these problems are not only addressed, but make a student's life markedly better.\r\n\r\nThank you for your kindness and support.","fullyFundedDate":1772550459117,"projectUrl":"project/energy-to-write/9932271/","projectTitle":"Energy to Write","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tanner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6261467_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673302906752","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6261467"},{"teacherId":9838167,"projectId":10006001,"letterContent":"On behalf of the Westwood High School Transition From School to Work (TSW) program, I would like to express our deepest gratitude for your generous support of the Working Warriors Vocational On the Job Training (OJT) Pathway. Your investment is more than just a financial contribution; it is a direct bridge to independence for the nearly 500 students at Westwood who receive special education services. By funding this pathway, you are helping us tackle a stark reality—the fact that individuals with disabilities face unemployment rates nearly double those of their non-disabled peers. With your help, we are changing that narrative for our students.\r\n\r\nWith these funds, we are moving forward immediately with several key initiatives:\r\nThe Learning Labs: We are hard at work transforming designated campus spaces into simulated workplace environments. These labs will allow students to master skills in food service, clerical support, and basic trades in a safe, supportive setting.\r\nEssential Supplies: From adaptive equipment to task-analysis tools, your support ensures that students across the entire spectrum—including those with Autism, emotional disabilities, and intellectual disabilities—have the accessibility they need to succeed.\r\nCampus Integration: This grant allows us to deepen our partnership with the Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. This not only provides our students with professional tools but fosters a mentorship culture where CTE students and \"Working Warriors\" learn and grow together.\r\nThe Impact of Your Support\r\n\r\nBecause of your partnership, our students will graduate with more than just a diploma; they will leave with a portfolio of real-world competencies and the confidence to navigate the workforce. You are helping us build a program where every student, regardless of their starting point, has a clear pathway to a meaningful career and an empowered life.\r\nWe would love to invite you to visit Westwood once our Learning Labs are up and running so you can see the Working Warriors in action. We look forward to sharing our progress and success stories with you in the coming months.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students' potential and for helping us build a more inclusive future at Westwood.","fullyFundedDate":1769177943872,"projectUrl":"project/on-the-job-training-ojt-vocational-pro/10006001/","projectTitle":"On the Job Training (OJT) Vocational Program","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ulrich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9838167_orig.png?crop=441,441,x65,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768022231158","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9838167"},{"teacherId":1053615,"projectId":9905542,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support. As many adults would feel, even for the students, the quiet can often be way too loud. It's nice to have a nice speaker so we can play some background instrumental music to fill in the silence. This has allowed students to be more comfortable in their learning environment. So, now as students work, they don't feel the anxiety that everyone else can hear them, because there is something else being heard and not just any movement that a student makes!\r\n\r\nAs another impact, this has also become helpful as our Polynesian Club is preparing for our Cultural Assembly that the speakers can be of use in practices that dances that will be later performed!","fullyFundedDate":1763587259148,"projectUrl":"project/hear-it-loud-clear/9905542/","projectTitle":"Hear It Loud & Clear","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cichy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1053615_orig.png?crop=3414,3414,x0,y45&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1619189842639","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-cichy"},{"teacherId":1053615,"projectId":9808367,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your help in allowing us to re-stock our classroom snacks. Many students have already gotten much support from this. For many students, the continuous dedication and focus on their studies always takes priorities, that they very much appreciate the ability to still get a snack or two to make it through the day. For one student, it is an hour drive to get to school and a continuous grind to work on higher level chemistry, along with the rest of her studies. For another student, it is a packed schedule in balancing EVIT, high school, athletics and outside work. Our students are always appreciative of your support in helping them to get some nutrition to help them make it through the day. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for being part of our support network!","fullyFundedDate":1763494161433,"projectUrl":"project/just-a-spoonful-of-sugar/9808367/","projectTitle":"Just a Spoonful of Sugar","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cichy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1053615_orig.png?crop=3414,3414,x0,y45&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1619189842639","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-cichy"},{"teacherId":1053615,"projectId":9425338,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support! As we have moved through different types of instruction over the last few years, many students do appreciate digital learning, but more often, students do enjoy the processes of focus on learning without the reliance on technology- or even just simply having more options. \r\n\r\nIt's great to go back to the world of more choices in learning and how a student can choose mastery of learning, and these materials were essential in allowing us to make a shift like that in our classroom. Thank you so much for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1758636699122,"projectUrl":"project/bring-back-the-paper/9425338/","projectTitle":"Bring Back The Paper!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cichy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1053615_orig.png?crop=3414,3414,x0,y45&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1619189842639","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-cichy"},{"teacherId":1877660,"projectId":6850784,"letterContent":"Your generous contribution to this project has already transformed the way learning happens in our classroom. By providing access to high‑quality, pre‑made lessons and student activities, you've given me one of the most valuable resources a teacher can have: time. Instead of spending hours creating materials from scratch, I can now devote that energy to what matters most, engaging instruction, meaningful feedback, and one‑on‑one support for students who need it.\r\nBecause of your donation, students are benefiting from well‑designed activities that keep them challenged, curious, and excited to learn. With the extra time I've gained, I'm able to sit beside students, guide them through difficult concepts, and celebrate their progress in real time. Your support has strengthened the quality of instruction in our classroom and created more opportunities for personalized learning. The impact is felt every single day, and my students and I are deeply grateful for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1663730852533,"projectUrl":"project/saving-time/6850784/","projectTitle":"Saving Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sullivan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1877660_orig.jpg?crop=1018,1018,x0,y133&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1647658883926","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1877660"},{"teacherId":1877660,"projectId":6850524,"letterContent":"Snacks have made a meaningful difference in our reading class. When the supplies arrived, my students were thrilled and amazed that others cared about their learning. We now use the snacks during our daily reading block, and the impact is clear, students are more focused, calm, and willing to participate. One student who rarely reads aloud volunteered confidently during group time, snack in hand, and it was a breakthrough moment. As we begin building stamina with longer texts, these snacks help students stay energized and engaged. Your generosity continues to support their growth and create a more positive reading experience.","fullyFundedDate":1663737785586,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-reading-class/6850524/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Reading Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sullivan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1877660_orig.jpg?crop=1018,1018,x0,y133&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1647658883926","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1877660"},{"teacherId":1053615,"projectId":9483182,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the goodies! So often students come by to get the things that they need- whether it is a treat, to borrow a charger or even their skin is suddenly super dry. It is so great to have the tools they need to keep having these items in supply. \r\n\r\nHaving a variety of scents for lotion is entirely helpful, as well as the deodorants and lip balms. As we start braving the winter weather, and the desert winter weather becomes incredibly drying, a lot of these hydration tools comes in even greater need- so it's great to have what students need to make it through the day!\r\n\r\nThank you!","fullyFundedDate":1756873708085,"projectUrl":"project/stocking-the-essentials-for-students/9483182/","projectTitle":"Stocking the Essentials for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cichy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1053615_orig.png?crop=3414,3414,x0,y45&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1619189842639","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-cichy"},{"teacherId":1053615,"projectId":9476455,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the investment into our energy uses. At the start of the year, it was so frustrating with electric strips that were not fully working. Now, students have beautiful, new electric strips with so many plugs to use that help to ensure that their energy needs are met. Now students can plug in their computers, phones and whatever else needs to be charged. \r\n\r\nIt's not uncommon with the demand for use of these devices for academic purposes for students to use- but don't always have access to charge them. It's nice that they have the option in here, and little excuse that stops them from doing their work in here. I especially love that we can continue with no matter where a student chooses to sit that is best for their own learning, they will always be close enough that they are able to charge their devices without missing a beat. \r\n\r\nThank you!","fullyFundedDate":1756872089734,"projectUrl":"project/a-burst-of-energy/9476455/","projectTitle":"A Burst of Energy!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cichy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1053615_orig.png?crop=3414,3414,x0,y45&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1619189842639","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-cichy"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_59358","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":3391,"numTeachers":155,"percentFrplEligible":53,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":5,"percentWhite":20,"percentIndigenous":10,"percentLatinx":58,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"21.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":65.8,"schoolId":59358,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Westwood High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Westwood High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/arizona/mesa-public-schools/westwood-high-school/59358"}