{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Andrada Polytechnic High School","outOfStateSupporters":11.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3117723,"projectId":9985173,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our FBLA students. Because of you, they took the stage at both the State and National Conferences with professional-grade equipment and the confidence to match.\r\n\r\nThe wireless presentation tools made a real difference. Instead of being tied to a podium, my students were able to step out, make eye contact with the judges, and present with natural energy and poise. That freedom changed how they carried themselves. They looked and sounded like the business leaders they are working to become.\r\n\r\nThe portable screens were just as valuable. Every venue is different, and some are far from ideal, but our students were never at the mercy of the room. They could set up a polished, high-quality visual display within minutes, wherever they were, and focus on what mattered: delivering their best performance.\r\n\r\n[Add a short story here, such as a student who overcame nerves, a team that adapted quickly to an unfamiliar venue, or a result you're proud of, like placing at State or qualifying for Nationals.]\r\n\r\nWhat you have given these students goes beyond equipment. You turned everyday classroom practice into true preparation for their future careers, and you showed them that people believe in their potential. They carry that belief with them into every presentation, interview, and opportunity ahead.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of all of my students, thank you for helping them compete with confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1769455355619,"projectUrl":"project/wireless-tech-for-fbla-success/9985173/","projectTitle":"Wireless Tech for FBLA Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Matias","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3117723_orig.jpg?crop=340,340,x0,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1637192433791","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-matias"},{"teacherId":9933882,"projectId":10121776,"letterContent":"By providing the requested supplies for our athletes. The students are able to think creatively, and make their ideas come to life.\r\n\r\nWhen we got the materials, the students were excited and curious at the same time. Since this would be the first time, we received a heat press machine. It is a great learning experience for all of us to become familiar with the machine and how it works. The students are also overjoyed to use the javelin for our next tournament.\r\n\r\nWith the heat press, we are able to create t-shirts, jerseys, and anything custom apparel to help build our team unity and showcase to the world who we are inside and out.\r\n\r\nOn the behalf of \"Maverick All Stars\", we say \r\nthank you for supporting our team. We couldn't do it without the support from our community.","fullyFundedDate":1778256926267,"projectUrl":"project/help-the-maverick-allstars-design-their/10121776/","projectTitle":"Help the Maverick AllStars Design Their Jerseys!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9933882_orig.jpg?crop=167,167,x0,y15&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772123765863","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9933882"},{"teacherId":3125048,"projectId":10229205,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our DonorsChoose project and helping us purchase microscope slides for our new Histology course. Because of your generosity, students are able to move beyond pictures in a textbook and examine real tissues under the microscope. Having a high-quality collection of prepared slides allows students to explore the structure of epithelial, connective, muscle, nervous, and organ tissues firsthand and make connections between what they learn in class and what they actually observe. Your support helped us provide authentic laboratory experiences from the very beginning of this new course.\r\n\r\nThe impact on student learning has been tremendous. Instead of simply memorizing what different tissues are supposed to look like, students are developing microscopy skills, identifying structures, comparing normal tissues, and using evidence from their observations to explain how structure relates to function. These experiences make biology and anatomy much more tangible and give students a glimpse of the type of work they may encounter in college, healthcare, laboratory science, and other STEM careers. Most importantly, the slides have helped turn our Histology classroom into a place where students can learn science by doing science. Thank you for investing in our students and giving them access to experiences that will continue benefiting future classes for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1778199630812,"projectUrl":"project/the-architecture-of-life-mapping-the-ce/10229205/","projectTitle":"The Architecture of Life: Mapping the Cellular Landscape","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Wages","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3125048_orig.png?crop=100,100,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759245063907","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3125048"},{"teacherId":9527238,"projectId":10114922,"letterContent":"The new TI-84 calculators have already made a meaningful impact in my classroom. Having access to reliable graphing calculators allows my students to practice the same technology they will encounter in college and in future STEM-related courses and careers. Instead of worrying about whether they have access to a calculator, students can focus on learning important mathematical concepts, solving problems, and building confidence.\r\nWhat is most exciting for my students is having a tool that makes complex math more accessible and interactive. They are able to graph equations, analyze data, explore mathematical relationships, and check their work in ways that help them better understand the concepts we are learning. The calculators also give students an opportunity to become comfortable with technology that they may be expected to use in college-level mathematics courses.\r\n\r\nThese calculators are especially beneficial for students who may not have access to this type of technology at home. Having them available in the classroom helps create a more equitable learning environment where every student has the tools they need to succeed. I have seen students become more willing to tackle challenging problems when they know they have the technology to support their learning.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, these calculators are helping my students prepare for their next step after high school. They are not only learning mathematics; they are developing the confidence and technological skills they will need to be successful in college.","fullyFundedDate":1778256619450,"projectUrl":"project/class-calculator-set/10114922/","projectTitle":"Class Calculator Set","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bladine","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9527238"},{"teacherId":3125048,"projectId":9777811,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity in funding our Ecosystem in a Bottle project . Your support allowed us to bring professional-grade Vernier probes into our classroom, transforming a simple biology lesson into a high-level scientific investigation .\r\nThe impact of this project on my students has been profound . By using the Vernier sensors, students have been able to \"see\" the invisible chemical shifts occurring inside their sealed environments . They haven't just read about ecology in a textbook; they have lived it by monitoring the delicate balance of their own miniature worlds .\r\nThroughout this unit, students have gained a deep understanding of:\r\nBiogeochemical Cycling: Watching how O2 and CO2 levels fluctuate between light and dark hours .\r\nSystem Resilience: Learning the difference between a healthy, stable system and one on the brink of collapse .\r\nCrash and Recovery: Analyzing data to understand what causes an ecosystem to \"crash\" and the specific biological factors needed for it to recover .\r\nThe most exciting update I can share is that our snails are still alive and doing remarkably well after five full weeks in a completely sealed system! . This success has given my students a sense of pride and a tangible connection to the importance of conservation and sustainability .\r\nBecause of you, these students are seeing themselves as real scientists and stewards of the environment . Thank you for investing in their education and for making this hands-on discovery possible .","fullyFundedDate":1770412363528,"projectUrl":"project/building-self-sustaining-ecosystems-for/9777811/","projectTitle":"Building Self-Sustaining Ecosystems for a Future on Mars","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Wages","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3125048_orig.png?crop=100,100,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759245063907","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3125048"},{"teacherId":3117723,"projectId":9805844,"letterContent":"Thank you. Because of your generosity, my students now have Raspberry Pi computers, routers, and networking accessories in their hands, and they have put them to work constantly.\r\n\r\nBefore your gift, networking was mostly something we read about. Now my students are building real networks from scratch, configuring routers, setting up servers, and securing Wi-Fi. They are watching how data actually moves across the internet instead of just memorizing diagrams. When something breaks, they troubleshoot it the way professionals do: testing, diagnosing, and fixing it themselves. These are skills a textbook simply can't teach.\r\n\r\nThe best part has been watching their confidence grow. [Add a short story here, such as a student who got their first server running, a group that solved a tricky connection problem, or a student who now wants a career in tech.] Moments like that happen every week because of you.\r\n\r\nThe equipment is used almost every class, and it's already helping my students prepare for the future, whether that means certifications, college, or careers in IT and cybersecurity.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of all my students, thank you for believing in them and investing in their learning. Your support has made a real difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1763563740049,"projectUrl":"project/cybersecurity-starts-here-student-netwo/9805844/","projectTitle":"Cybersecurity Starts Here: Student Network Training Kits","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Matias","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3117723_orig.jpg?crop=340,340,x0,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1637192433791","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-matias"},{"teacherId":3125048,"projectId":9778857,"letterContent":"This research project examining the greenness of plants in the desert has had a profound impact on students, fostering a deeper understanding of ecological principles and enhancing their critical thinking skills. By engaging hands-on with real-world issues, students developed a passion for environmental science and a newfound appreciation for biodiversity in arid ecosystems. This project not only ignited their curiosity about plant adaptability and resilience but also encouraged teamwork, problem-solving, and data analysis. As they worked collaboratively in the field, students connected with their local environment, reinforcing their commitment to sustainability and ecological stewardship. 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