{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Maryvale High School","outOfStateSupporters":35.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3336320,"projectId":10102865,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity! It made such a difference in the lives of students to have these items that help with their basic necessities. The tissues were enough to last the entire school year with many boxes left over for next school year. The pencils also got us through the entire school year with more left over to start next school year off right. As always, my students have worked extremely hard in school. They continue to love learning and it is nice to see students who care having the things they need to be successful.","fullyFundedDate":1771488850233,"projectUrl":"project/camp-essentials/10102865/","projectTitle":"Camp Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Neal","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3336320_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1448996210679","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-neal"},{"teacherId":8851079,"projectId":9881942,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our \"Thinking Fast, Moving Smart: A STEM Approach to Agility\" project. When students first used the BlazePods and jump ropes, they were immediately engaged and excited to participate. The hands-on activities created an energetic learning environment where students were actively moving, collaborating, and applying STEM concepts in real time.\r\n\r\nThese materials helped students explore speed, reaction time, agility, timing, and coordination through interactive activities and data collection. Students were able to connect physical movement with scientific thinking while building teamwork and problem-solving skills. Many of my English Language Learners especially benefited from the hands-on and visual nature of the lessons, which increased participation and confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1769177944198,"projectUrl":"project/thinking-fast-moving-smart-a-stem-appr/9881942/","projectTitle":"Thinking Fast, Moving Smart: A STEM Approach to Agility","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carbajal","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8851079"},{"teacherId":7894315,"projectId":10007313,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project at Maryvale High School. Your generosity has given my Spanish for Spanish Speakers students the opportunity to express themselves creatively while strengthening their language skills.\r\n\r\nMany of my students are heritage Spanish speakers, and these art supplies have helped them connect their language, culture, and personal experiences through hands-on projects like posters, cultural artwork, and visual storytelling. These activities have increased student confidence, participation, and pride in being bilingual.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped create a classroom where students feel valued, creative, and motivated to learn. Thank you for investing in my students and their future.","fullyFundedDate":1769177964177,"projectUrl":"project/learning-spanish-through-creativity/10007313/","projectTitle":"Learning Spanish Through Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Valadez Armendariz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7894315_orig.png?crop=535,535,x0,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1625641149106","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7894315"},{"teacherId":9729542,"projectId":8834436,"letterContent":"I am writing this to express my deepest, most sincere gratitude for the donation of feminine period products. While it might seem like a simple gesture to some—a box of pads, a pack of tampons, or a reusable cup—I want to share with you the profound reality of what this \"input\" actually looks like for those of us on the receiving end. It is so much more than hygiene; it is the gift of time, dignity, and health.\r\n\r\nFor many of us, the arrival of a period isn't just a biological event; it's a logistical and financial crisis. When you are living on the edge, the choice between buying a meal and buying a box of pads is a choice no one should have to make, yet it is a choice made every single day. By providing these supplies, you have effectively removed a massive weight of anxiety from my shoulders. You have replaced a sense of impending panic with a sense of profound relief.\r\n\r\nThe physical impact is the first thing I noticed. Having access to high-quality, reliable products means I no longer have to resort to \"making do\" with makeshift solutions that are uncomfortable, ineffective, and often unsafe. There is a specific kind of quiet stress that comes from constantly checking for leaks or worrying about health risks like infections. Your donation has provided a level of physical comfort and safety that I haven't felt in a long time. It allows me to move through the world without being hyper-aware of my body in a way that feels shameful or burdensome.\r\n\r\nBeyond the physical, there is the impact on my daily life and my future. Because of your generosity, I don't have to miss school or work. I don't have to cancel plans with friends or hide away in my home. You haven't just given me products; you've given me back my schedule. You've ensured that I can stay in the classroom, stay productive at my job, and remain an active participant in my community. Period poverty is a wall that keeps people from reaching their potential, and your donation has helped tear that wall down for me.\r\n\r\nPerhaps most importantly, I want to thank you for the dignity this brings. There is a persistent stigma surrounding menstruation that often makes people feel like their basic biological needs are something to be hidden or embarrassed about. When I received these products, I didn't feel judged; I felt seen. I felt like my health and my humanity were being prioritized. It is a powerful thing to realize that there are people out there who recognize these needs and are willing to meet them with such kindness and efficiency.\r\n\r\nYour support acts as a bridge. It bridges the gap between being stuck in a cycle of lack and being able to walk forward with confidence. It transforms a week that used to be defined by limitation into a week where I can simply be myself. Please know that your contribution has a ripple effect—it stabilizes my health, my education, and my mental well-being.\r\n\r\nThank you for your empathy, your advocacy, and your tangible support. You are doing so much more than providing supplies; you are fostering a world where menstruation is no longer a barrier to success. I am immensely grateful.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt thanks,","fullyFundedDate":1727806656567,"projectUrl":"project/period-products-for-the-underserved/8834436/","projectTitle":"Period Products for the Underserved","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Yost","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9729542"},{"teacherId":8719512,"projectId":9813426,"letterContent":"Thank you sincerely for your generous donations to our classroom. Your support has had a meaningful impact on my students and their academic journey, particularly in reading.\r\n\r\nThe prizes you provided were used to incentivize students as they worked toward demonstrating academic growth. Throughout this process, students regularly tracked their reading data, allowing them to take ownership of their learning and monitor their individual progress over time. This practice not only strengthened their academic skills but also helped them develop a deeper understanding of goal setting, reflection, and personal accountability.\r\n\r\nThe incentives served as effective extrinsic motivators, encouraging students to stay engaged and committed to their growth. More importantly, they sparked meaningful conversations among students about their progress, challenges, and achievements. It was incredibly rewarding to see students become more invested in their learning and take pride in their improvement.\r\n\r\nI am happy to share that student engagement increased significantly, and many students demonstrated measurable growth in their reading abilities. Your contribution played a key role in creating a positive, motivating learning environment in which students felt encouraged to succeed.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your generosity and for supporting our students. Your investment in education is truly making a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1769177962362,"projectUrl":"project/aim-high-student-growth-recognition/9813426/","projectTitle":"Aim High: Student Growth Recognition","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mitchell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8719512_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767015036675","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8719512"},{"teacherId":8718711,"projectId":9698745,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in donating class sets of \"Mexican Gothic\" and \"Long Way Down\" for my students. Your support has given my classroom meaningful opportunities to engage with powerful literature while building important reading and language skills. Through these novels, students are strengthening vocabulary, reading comprehension, analyzing themes, making predictions, and discussing character choices. These books also inspire critical thinking as students explore topics such as identity, family expectations, justice, and the consequences of decisions.\r\n\r\nThank you for making it possible for every student to have access to their own copy of these texts. Reading in our classroom is now even more interactive and collaborative as students read independently, with partners, and through whole-class discussions. They annotate passages, ask thoughtful questions, make personal connections, and share their ideas with growing confidence. Having class sets ensures that all students can fully participate and feel included in our reading community.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and their future. Many students have been especially excited to read stories that feel engaging, relevant, and thought-provoking. \"Mexican Gothic\" has captured their attention with mystery and suspense, while \"Long Way Down\" has sparked meaningful conversations through its emotional themes and unique style. Your kindness is helping students grow as readers, thinkers, and confident learners, and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1767846203150,"projectUrl":"project/opening-worlds-one-page-at-a-time/9698745/","projectTitle":"Opening Worlds, One Page at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Contreras","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8718711_orig.jpg?crop=4284,4284,x0,y971&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777398335070","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8718711"},{"teacherId":3336320,"projectId":10063654,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your generosity! The board breaking activity was a great success. Students first wrote their goals/dreams on one side of the board. Then, they wrote obstacles that might prevent them from being able to complete those goals and/or dreams. When all of the students finished writing their goals on one side and obstacles on the other, they chose a partner to break the board with (after my safety demonstration). Students then broke through the obstacle side of the board together. It was an amazing and impactful activity for all involved.","fullyFundedDate":1771347517726,"projectUrl":"project/breaking-through-obstacles-ii/10063654/","projectTitle":"Breaking Through Obstacles II","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Neal","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3336320_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1448996210679","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-neal"},{"teacherId":8373647,"projectId":9756896,"letterContent":"Receiving the new classroom printer through DonorsChoose has already begun transforming the learning experience for my students. With this resource, our Project‑Based Learning activities have become more hands‑on and efficient. Students can now print research materials, presentation drafts, graphic organizers, and project visuals instantly, helping them take ownership of their learning. Instead of waiting for limited school printers or relying on handwritten work, they now have the tools to produce high‑quality, professional‑looking projects that reflect their creativity and effort. This immediate access to printing has boosted engagement and made collaboration smoother as students can edit, revise, and reprint work in real time.\r\n\r\nThe impact on classroom culture has been equally powerful. Having a dedicated printer empowers students to take their ideas from concept to reality, increasing confidence and pride in their work. It supports differentiated learning by allowing students to print individualized materials based on their needs, and it enhances communication during group projects by providing shared resources quickly. Most importantly, it shows students that their voices and ideas matter enough for others to invest in them. Thanks to DonorsChoose and the generosity of donors, our classroom now feels more modern, creative, and student-centered—opening the door for even richer project‑based learning opportunities in the months ahead.","fullyFundedDate":1769177961713,"projectUrl":"project/printer-needed-for-classroom-based-learn/9756896/","projectTitle":"Printer Needed for Classroom-Based Learning Project","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Shaikh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8373647_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y100&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1648676684023","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8373647"},{"teacherId":10402648,"projectId":10012061,"letterContent":"Because of your incredible generosity, our project to provide menstrual pads for our students has been fully funded — and I truly cannot thank you enough.\r\nAs a school nurse serving an underprivileged community, I see firsthand how something as basic as menstrual hygiene products can become a barrier to learning. For many of our students, access to these essentials is not guaranteed. Thanks to you, that barrier has been removed.\r\n\r\nOur female students have been genuinely grateful and even excited to know that products are available to them when they need them. What may seem small to some has made a tremendous difference in their confidence, comfort, and ability to remain in class focused on learning rather than worrying about their basic needs.\r\n\r\nEven more meaningful is that we now have enough supplies to last through this school year and into the next. At a time when our district is facing budget reductions and staffing cuts, your support is a huge win for our school community. You have stepped in to provide stability and dignity where it is deeply needed.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students' health, education, and self-worth. Your kindness has made a lasting impact, and we are incredibly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1769012320252,"projectUrl":"project/period-weve-got-you-covered/10012061/","projectTitle":"Period. We’ve Got You Covered","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10402648_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768233815681","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/maryvale-hs"},{"teacherId":9742535,"projectId":9227317,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom environment has completely transformed. When my students first walked in and saw the lamps on, many of them immediately said the room felt \"calm\" and \"peaceful.\" The softer lighting has created a safe and welcoming space where students feel more comfortable taking academic risks, participating in discussions, and focusing on their work. The snacks have also made a noticeable difference — students are more energized and able to stay engaged throughout the lesson without worrying about hunger.\r\n\r\nWe use the lamps daily during independent reading, writing activities, and small group discussions. One powerful moment happened during a recent class discussion when even my quieter students participated more confidently than usual. The reduced distractions from the phone pockets and charging stations have helped students stay present and accountable during instruction. Instead of checking their devices, they are collaborating, completing assignments, and supporting one another.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward in our current unit on conflict and resolution, students are working on projects where they analyze historical events and connect them to real-life problem-solving skills. The calm, structured environment you helped create is allowing them to think more deeply and work more productively. Your support has not just provided materials — it has strengthened our classroom community and empowered my students to grow academically and personally. We are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1746786346466,"projectUrl":"project/illuminate-their-future-creating-a-focu/9227317/","projectTitle":"Illuminate Their Future: Creating A Focused Learning Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Llamas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9742535_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726043443788","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9742535"},{"teacherId":8381265,"projectId":10029561,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our students now have access to snacks and drinks when they need them most. Many of our students come from lower-income homes and are learning English as a second language, and food is not always available at home. Having these basic needs met helps them feel cared for and supported.\r\n\r\nWhen students have something to eat and drink, they are more comfortable and less distracted by hunger. This creates a classroom where they feel safe, relaxed, and ready to participate. They are more willing to try, speak up, and take learning risks.\r\n\r\nYour support is making a real difference in their daily lives. You are helping create a space where students can focus, grow, and believe in themselves. Thank you for being part of their success. 💛","fullyFundedDate":1769177966939,"projectUrl":"project/nourish-to-flourish-snacks-for-students/10029561/","projectTitle":"Nourish to Flourish: Snacks for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Morales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8381265_orig.jpg?crop=1275,1275,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663355091519","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8381265"},{"teacherId":9479185,"projectId":9925538,"letterContent":"On behalf of my history classes, I would like to extend our sincere gratitude to Panda Express for your generous donation of art supplies. Your support has made a meaningful impact on our students' learning experiences.\r\n\r\n Through these materials, students are able to interpret their historical learning through creative expression using art as a medium. They are exploring history through poetry, drawing, painting, and scrapbooking. This allows the students to connect more deeply with the content. By combining these artistic tools with our history books, students are developing greater interest, engagement, and understanding of the diverse cultural perspectives and experiences of historical figures and multiple ethnicities in the United States.\r\n\r\n Your generosity has encouraged creativity, critical thinking, and empathy—skills that are essential not only in the classroom but beyond it. We truly appreciate Panda Express's commitment to supporting education and empowering students to learn in meaningful and innovative ways.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and continued support of our students and school community.","fullyFundedDate":1769177944327,"projectUrl":"project/past-meets-palette-and-rhymes/9925538/","projectTitle":"Past Meets Palette and Rhymes","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Calvin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9479185"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_60118","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":2685,"numTeachers":148,"percentFrplEligible":52,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":92,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"18.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":64.4,"schoolId":60118,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Maryvale High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Maryvale High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/arizona/phoenix-union-high-school-district/maryvale-high-school/60118"}