{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Wallis Annenberg High School","outOfStateSupporters":26.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5031275,"projectId":10608166,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Snack, Solve, Succeed: Fueling Algebra Learners\" project! Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our Algebra 1 classroom. The snacks have become an important resource for students who arrive at school hungry or simply need an extra boost of energy during our lessons. Instead of trying to solve equations while thinking about an empty stomach, students can grab a snack, refocus, and participate in learning. When the snacks first arrived, my students were genuinely excited and grateful to know that people outside our classroom cared enough to support their success.\r\nI have already seen how something as simple as providing a snack can positively affect the classroom. During challenging Algebra 1 lessons, independent practice, and assessments, students are able to stay focused longer and approach their work with more energy and perseverance. The snacks also help create a welcoming classroom environment where students feel supported academically and personally. It has been wonderful watching students enjoy a snack while working together, asking questions, helping classmates, and celebrating when they finally solve a difficult problem.\r\nAs we continue through Algebra 1, my students will be tackling increasingly challenging concepts and building the mathematical skills they will need for future courses. Your support allows them to focus more of their energy on learning, problem-solving, and developing confidence as mathematicians. Thank you for believing in my students and helping us truly Snack, Solve, and Succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1788964221274,"projectUrl":"project/snack-solve-succeed-fueling-algebra-l/10608166/","projectTitle":"Snack, Solve, Succeed: Fueling Algebra Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. DeLuna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5031275_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785359091545","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-deluna"},{"teacherId":10229897,"projectId":10463727,"letterContent":"Thank you again for helping us make math a little weird! We have already begun putting these resources to work. The beanbags have given students an alternative place to sit and work, while some of the more whimsical supplies have helped bring celebration and fun into our math classroom. We have especially enjoyed using the blind boxes as prizes during gamified unit reviews and as a way to celebrate mistakes. I want students to see that taking a risk, getting something wrong, and learning from it are all worth celebrating.\r\n\r\nNot every resource has had its moment yet, and I'm actually excited about that. These materials will continue to give us new ways to add comfort, surprise, and joy to our classroom throughout the year. My students are now moving into work with polynomials, where they will continue building their problem-solving skills, communicating their thinking, and learning from one another.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving me more tools to recognize my students, celebrate their growth, and make math class feel a little less institutional and a little more magical. Your generosity will continue to have an impact long after this project is marked complete.","fullyFundedDate":1787174682204,"projectUrl":"project/make-math-a-little-weird/10463727/","projectTitle":"Make Math a Little Weird","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Del Rossi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10229897_orig.jpg?crop=1791,1791,x331,y494&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1790797612090","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10229897"},{"teacherId":5031275,"projectId":10630051,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project, \"Fueling Our Future Mathematicians.\"*The KIND snack bars, Jack Link's beef jerky, and Garden Veggie Straws have already made a meaningful difference in my Algebra 1 classroom. My students were excited and grateful when they first saw the snacks, and they immediately understood that these resources were provided by people who believe in them and want to see them succeed. Having snacks available has been especially helpful during our longer class periods, when students may become hungry and have difficulty maintaining their focus.\r\n\r\nI have been able to offer students a snack when they need an extra boost of energy before an assessment, during independent practice, or while working through a challenging Algebra 1 activity. Instead of allowing hunger to become a distraction, students can refocus their attention on solving problems, participating in discussions, collaborating with classmates, and completing their work. I have especially appreciated seeing students grab a snack, settle back into their work, and continue persevering through a difficult math problem. Those small moments remind me that meeting a student's basic needs can have an important impact on their ability to learn.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through Algebra 1, my students will be working on increasingly challenging concepts that require concentration, persistence, and confidence. These snacks will continue to provide encouragement and energy throughout our lessons, practice activities, and assessments. Most importantly, this project has helped me create a classroom where my students know that their well-being matters and that there are people beyond our classroom who are invested in their education.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and helping me create a classroom where they can feel supported, energized, and ready to learn. Your generosity is helping fuel not only their learning today, but also their confidence as our future mathematicians.","fullyFundedDate":1789337369286,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-our-future-mathematicians/10630051/","projectTitle":"Fueling Our Future Mathematicians","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. DeLuna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5031275_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785359091545","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-deluna"},{"teacherId":9615444,"projectId":10271104,"letterContent":"The new classroom essentials have made a big difference in helping us create a clean, organized, and welcoming class. My students use the supplies every day as they work. Having an organized space means students can easily find what they need and spend less time looking for materials and more time focusing on learning.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the newly organized classroom, they were excited to see that everything had its own place. For a class that is still building its routines and sense of community, having a space that feels comfortable and organized has been especially helpful. Students have also been able to take more ownership of keeping the room clean and putting materials away when they are finished.\r\n\r\nOur next step is continuing to build routines that help students feel confident and independent. We are using the organized space as a foundation for small-group instruction, academic support, and activities that help students understand their own learning needs and strengths. Thank you for helping us create a classroom where students can feel prepared, supported, and ready to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1778141634782,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials/10271104/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Munns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9615444_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776969394561","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9615444"},{"teacherId":5031275,"projectId":10531230,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Fore! Building Skills and Confidence Through Golf\" project. Your generosity has given my students the opportunity to experience golf with quality equipment that allows them to practice safely and confidently. When they first saw the new golf balls, hitting mat, and gloves, they were genuinely excited and eager to begin practicing. For many of my students, this is their first opportunity to learn and participate in golf.\r\nStudents are using the equipment to practice their swings, putting, chipping, grip, coordination, and overall golf technique. The hitting mat gives them a realistic surface to practice from, while the gloves help them develop a more secure and comfortable grip. One of my favorite moments has been watching students encourage one another as they practice and seeing their confidence grow each time they make better contact with the ball. Beyond learning golf, they are developing patience, perseverance, focus, sportsmanship, and teamwork.\r\nOur next step is to continue building their skills through regular practice and prepare students to confidently participate in golf activities and eventually compete as student-athletes. Your support has helped us provide an opportunity that many of our students otherwise might not have experienced. Thank you for investing in their physical wellness, confidence, and growth and for helping us introduce our students to a sport they can enjoy for a lifetime!","fullyFundedDate":1787665936990,"projectUrl":"project/fore-building-skills-and-confidence-thr/10531230/","projectTitle":"Fore! Building Skills and Confidence Through Golf","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. DeLuna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5031275_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785359091545","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-deluna"},{"teacherId":10329737,"projectId":9969259,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Geometry class! The iPad gives my students new opportunities to explore concepts and draw out diagrams in interactive ways. They are able to create and manipulate figures, test their ideas, and share their mathematical thinking with classmates.\r\n\r\nI'm excited to see how these tools will continue to help make abstract concepts more concrete and give students more opportunities to explain, collaborate, and learn from one another. Thank you for investing in my students and helping make their Geometry learning more engaging!","fullyFundedDate":1776106590826,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-mathematics-with-interactive-t/9969259/","projectTitle":"Exploring Mathematics with Interactive Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10329737"},{"teacherId":10340452,"projectId":10481250,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping provide resources that have made a difference in both my teaching and my students' classroom experience. The iPad has allowed me to be much more mobile while teaching. I can model Algebra 2 problems, display work for students, and move around the classroom to check for understanding at the same time. Instead of being tied to one spot in the room, I am able to work alongside students and provide support while keeping the entire class connected to the lesson.\r\n\r\nThe fidgets and board games have been just as valuable in different ways. The fidgets give students an option to help them stay focused during lessons and independent work, especially during our longer class periods. The board games have quickly become something students look forward to when they finish their work. Rather than immediately going to their phones or Chromebooks, students can play together, talk, strategize, and build relationships with their classmates. It has been great to see these resources help make our classroom a place where students can work hard while also feeling comfortable and connected.\r\n\r\nI truly appreciate your generosity and your willingness to support my students. Each of these materials has helped me create a classroom that is more engaging, flexible, and welcoming for everyone.","fullyFundedDate":1787143484953,"projectUrl":"project/tech-tools-and-teamwork-building-an-e/10481250/","projectTitle":"Tech, Tools, and Teamwork: Building an Engaging Math Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Moran","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10340452_orig.jpg?crop=571,571,x122,y78&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762224117722","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10340452"},{"teacherId":10340452,"projectId":10529745,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom and providing my students with an iPad, fidgets, and board games. The iPad has become a valuable instructional tool that allows me to move around the classroom while teaching instead of being tied to the board. I can model math problems, display student thinking, and support students directly at their tables while still guiding the entire class. This has helped make our Algebra 2 classroom more interactive and allows me to respond to students' needs in the moment.\r\n\r\nThe fidgets have also provided students with an additional tool to help them stay focused and engaged during class. Students can use them appropriately while listening, working independently, or thinking through challenging problems. The board games have been especially exciting because they give students an opportunity to interact with their classmates and build our classroom community. They are a great option when students have completed their work and allow them to spend that extra time socializing and problem-solving together rather than immediately turning to their phones or computers.\r\n\r\nThese materials may serve different purposes, but together they have helped me create a classroom that supports students both academically and socially. Thank you for investing in my students and giving me more tools to create an environment where they can learn, focus, collaborate, and enjoy being part of our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1788364615170,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-focus-calm-and-success/10529745/","projectTitle":"Tools for Focus, Calm, and Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Moran","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10340452_orig.jpg?crop=571,571,x122,y78&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762224117722","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10340452"},{"teacherId":10098425,"projectId":10272098,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing a camera into our classroom! This technology has opened up new opportunities for my students to learn beyond their regular academic work. Students are learning how photography and visual storytelling can be used to document school activities, highlight student experiences, and share the positive things happening in our school community.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part has been seeing how naturally students have taken ownership of the camera. Students who may not always be the first to participate academically have found another way to contribute through photography, creativity, and technology. They are learning that using a camera is not just about taking a picture—it requires planning, communication, attention to detail, and thinking about the story behind an image.\r\n\r\nAs students continue developing these skills, they will have opportunities to document school events and create meaningful visual stories about their classmates and community. Thank you for giving my students a creative outlet, a new set of skills, and another way to have their voices and experiences represented. We truly appreciate your support!","fullyFundedDate":1778107873961,"projectUrl":"project/student-stories-through-a-classroom-lens/10272098/","projectTitle":"Student Stories Through a Classroom Lens","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Raza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10098425_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753770228683","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/raza"},{"teacherId":10098425,"projectId":10256590,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making our mobile whiteboard possible! It has quickly become an important part of our Algebra 1 classroom. I use it to model problems step by step, draw graphs, display multiple solution strategies, and move around the room while teaching instead of being limited to one area of the classroom. Students also use the board to share their thinking and explain their strategies to their classmates.\r\n\r\nOne of the best parts has been seeing students become more willing to participate. Students can work through a problem on the board, make a mistake, revise their thinking, and discuss their approach with the class. It has helped make our math lessons more visual, collaborative, and active.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through Algebra 1, we will use the board for increasingly complex equations, functions, graphs, and mathematical discussions. Thank you for giving my students a resource that will continue to support their learning throughout the year. We truly appreciate your investment in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1777911308228,"projectUrl":"project/a-mobile-board-for-active-math-learning/10256590/","projectTitle":"A Mobile Board for Active Math Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Raza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10098425_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753770228683","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/raza"},{"teacherId":10098425,"projectId":10081653,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping bring calculators into our Algebra 1 classroom. These calculators have made a real difference by giving students reliable access to the tools they need during class. Instead of worrying about whether they have a calculator available, students can focus on the mathematics, check their work, explore patterns, and spend more time explaining their reasoning and solving problems.\r\n\r\nWhat has been most exciting is seeing students become more independent and confident. Students who were sometimes hesitant to begin a problem are now more willing to try, check their thinking, and make corrections on their own. Having these calculators available in the classroom has helped make math more accessible and has given all students a more equal opportunity to participate and succeed. Thank you for investing in my students and supporting their mathematical growth.","fullyFundedDate":1778125492366,"projectUrl":"project/calculators-that-power-mathematical-thin/10081653/","projectTitle":"Calculators That Power Mathematical Thinking","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Raza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10098425_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753770228683","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/raza"},{"teacherId":10098425,"projectId":10274995,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing calculators for my students! Having reliable calculators available every day has made a meaningful difference in our Algebra 1 classroom. Students can focus more on understanding the mathematics, identifying patterns, working with equations, and checking their reasoning instead of being held back because they do not have the right tools.\r\n\r\nWhat has been especially rewarding is seeing students become more independent and confident. Students who previously hesitated to attempt more challenging problems are now more willing to try, use the calculator to test their thinking, recognize mistakes, and revise their work. They are learning to use technology as a mathematical tool rather than simply as a way to get an answer.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, every student can have access to the same resources during instruction and practice. 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