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One recent example had students racing to identify the causes and effects of major Cold War events, and the energy in the room was palpable—they were excited, focused, and motivated to think critically on the spot.\r\n\r\nThe students' reactions when they first saw the buzzers were priceless—they immediately wanted to test them out, cheering for correct answers and laughing at near misses. This simple tool has transformed review sessions into lively, collaborative experiences where students are not just memorizing facts but actively connecting ideas, practicing reasoning skills, and building confidence in their knowledge.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we plan to continue using the buzzers to gamify upcoming lessons, from historical debates to analysis of primary sources. Students will have the chance to apply what they've learned in real time, reinforcing their understanding while fostering teamwork, critical thinking, and friendly competition. Your support has made review sessions more dynamic, helping students engage with history in a fun and meaningful way.","fullyFundedDate":1766436688556,"projectUrl":"project/buzz-in-to-learn-gamifying-review-to-bo/9958957/","projectTitle":"Buzz In to Learn: Gamifying Review to Boost Student Engagement","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Tran","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8176894_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748027118237","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8176894"},{"teacherId":8176894,"projectId":9970463,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous contributions, our history classroom has become a more interactive and student-centered learning space. We've been using the new resources in a variety of ways that bring history to life. For example, students are using the dry erase magnetic labels and index cards to organize historical events, categorize causes and effects, and create timelines on the whiteboard. Just last week, students worked in groups to analyze primary source documents from the Cold War, using colored paper and Post-it Notes to highlight key ideas and connect them to larger historical themes. It was exciting to see students collaborate, debate, and take ownership of their learning in real time.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new materials, their excitement was immediate. They were eager to use the magnetic labels to map out events, the colored paper to make visual comparisons between historical movements, and the laser pointers to share their findings during presentations. These tools have helped transform lessons from passive note-taking into active exploration, giving students a hands-on way to understand history's complexity and relevance.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, students will continue to use these tools for upcoming projects, including research presentations on historical figures and interactive debates on major historical events. The ability to organize, visualize, and present their ideas is helping them think critically, work collaboratively, and deepen their understanding of history. Your support is making a lasting impact on how students experience and engage with the past.","fullyFundedDate":1767925371045,"projectUrl":"project/everyday-tools-for-an-interactive-stude/9970463/","projectTitle":"Everyday Tools for an Interactive, Student-Centered Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Tran","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8176894_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748027118237","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8176894"},{"teacherId":8176894,"projectId":9690068,"letterContent":"The Chromebook chargers have had an immediate and meaningful impact on daily learning in our classroom. While many donors are familiar with technology at home, having fully charged Chromebooks at school is essential because so much of our instruction relies on interactive, student-centered digital learning rather than passive screen time. Students use their Chromebooks for collaborative research, interactive simulations, digital note-taking, and formative assessments that give them instant feedback and allow me to adjust instruction in real time. With reliable access to charging, students are no longer anxious about conserving battery life and can fully engage in lessons from start to finish.\r\n\r\nWhat has been most exciting for students is the ability to participate consistently in interactive online activities without interruption. Chromebooks are heavily used for creative and gamified learning experiences such as Minecraft build challenges, where students design and construct historical or conceptual models, as well as review games like Blooket that turn content mastery into an engaging competition. These activities increase motivation, encourage collaboration, and make complex topics more accessible and memorable. Having dependable chargers ensures that no student is left out during these high-engagement moments.\r\n\r\nSeveral students, particularly those who rely on school devices as their primary access to technology, have shown noticeable growth in confidence and participation. Students who were once hesitant to join digital activities now volunteer more often, collaborate with peers, and take ownership of their learning because they know their device will be ready when needed. For many of my students, especially those in special education and mixed-ability classes, this reliability has removed a major barrier and allowed them to focus on learning rather than logistics. 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For some, having their own supplies made a big difference in feeling prepared and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nWe've been using these resources in a variety of ways—students are creating colorful timelines, organizing their notes and assignments in folders, and completing work more confidently with their own pencils. The materials have helped make lessons more interactive and have supported better organization in the classroom.\r\n\r\nNext, students will be working on group projects where they will use these supplies to plan, create, and present their work. 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One student held up her pouch and said, \"Now I won't lose my pencils anymore!\" — a simple but powerful sign that these materials are making a difference.\r\n\r\nWe've already put the supplies to work. In one recent lesson, students used the dry erase sticker dots on their desks to map out story ideas and solve math problems collaboratively. The wireless clickers turned a review session into an engaging game, where every student was able to share their answers instantly. Headphones have transformed our independent reading time during digital lessons, allowing students to focus without distractions.\r\n\r\nThese resources have brought an energy and organization to our classroom that didn't exist before. Students are more engaged, more willing to participate, and better equipped to take ownership of their learning. Next, we'll be using the materials for a collaborative research project where students will brainstorm, plan, and present their findings in creative, interactive ways — all made possible by the tools donors helped provide.\r\n\r\nBecause of this project, my students now see our classroom as a place where they have the tools and support to succeed every day.","fullyFundedDate":1746543978364,"projectUrl":"project/equipping-students-for-success-with-esse/9177293/","projectTitle":"Equipping Students for Success with Essential Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Tran","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8176894_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748027118237","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8176894"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_27513","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":2024,"numTeachers":87,"percentFrplEligible":50,"percentAsian":32,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":13,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":46,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"23.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":83.6,"schoolId":27513,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about John F Kennedy High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"John F Kennedy High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/anaheim-union-high-school-district/john-f-kennedy-high-school/27513"}