{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Tulare Union High School","outOfStateSupporters":65.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8927619,"projectId":10251019,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations! These board games have helped students have a fun way to socialize without using technology! These are super handy for class/lunch time. They are multi player games which helps students socialize and talk to other students. These are also good games that will hopefully last many years! \r\n\r\nThank you for helping me provide these experiences for my students. I am very thankful that there are good people out there who are willing to help others! I would like to thank every single donor for their generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1778029482777,"projectUrl":"project/board-games-for-lunchtime-activities/10251019/","projectTitle":"Board games for lunchtime activities!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Arce","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8927619_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y320&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673632625711","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8927619"},{"teacherId":3606363,"projectId":10284806,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our students and helping us bring these incredible resources into our classroom! The new arcade cabinet and controllers will generate a tremendous amount of excitement. Students will be amazed when they first see the arcade setup. It has found a perfect home in our Esports and Game Design classroom, where students can earn time on the arcade by completing their classwork. After school, it also gives our Esports students another way to play together, build friendships, and enjoy being part of our growing program.\r\n\r\nWe have also been putting the laser engraving materials to work creating special awards and recognition items for students. One of our favorite uses has been recognizing students who demonstrate our school's HEART values—Hard Work, Excellence, Attitude, Respect, and Teamwork. Being able to create customized engraved awards makes that recognition feel much more personal and meaningful. Students love seeing what the laser can create, and these materials also give us opportunities to explore digital design, manufacturing, and the process of turning an idea on a computer screen into a finished physical product.\r\n\r\nNext, our students will continue exploring how these technologies connect to Esports, Game Design, computer science, and digital fabrication. The arcade cabinet gives Game Design students a chance to experience different control schemes and think about how hardware affects the way a game feels to play, while the engraving materials will allow us to create even more student-designed awards and keepsakes. Your generosity has helped us create a classroom where hard work can be celebrated, creativity can become something tangible, and students have even more reasons to be excited about coming to class and staying involved after school. Thank you for investing in our students and helping make these experiences possible!","fullyFundedDate":1784965941873,"projectUrl":"project/from-space-to-stem-creating-with-lasers/10284806/","projectTitle":"From Space to STEM: Creating With Lasers and Imagination","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. York's STEM and Robotics Lab","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3606363_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1462978540908","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-yorkstem"},{"teacherId":3606363,"projectId":10195694,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our students and helping bring our new Unitree/Toborlife R1 humanoid robot into our Computer Science program! The R1 has quickly become much more than a piece of technology—it is now our \"Computer Science mascot\". We introduced it on the very first day of school, where it greeted students as they arrived for class. Seeing a humanoid robot waiting for them immediately grabbed their attention. Students were excited, curious, and full of questions about what it could do, how it worked, and what technology makes its movements possible. It was an incredible way to start the school year and show students that Computer Science can extend far beyond the programs they create on a computer screen.\r\n\r\nThroughout the year, the R1 will continue greeting students as they enter our Computer Science classes, but our students will also begin investigating the technology behind humanoid robots and their real-world applications. We will explore how programming, sensors, artificial intelligence, motors, and engineering come together to allow a humanoid robot to interact with the world around it. Students will consider how robots like the R1 could eventually be used in manufacturing, healthcare, education, research, entertainment, and other industries while also discussing the limitations and challenges of humanoid robotics.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to move from simply asking \"What can this robot do?\" to investigating \"How can we make it do something useful?\" As students develop their programming skills, we want them to think creatively about new behaviors, interactions, and applications for our robotic mascot. Your generosity has given our students access to a technology that many of them had previously only seen in videos. Now it is standing in their classroom, welcoming them each day and giving them a glimpse of where Computer Science may take them in the future. Thank you for helping us bring the future into our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1778225483053,"projectUrl":"project/our-new-classmate-a-humanoid-robot-for/10195694/","projectTitle":"Our New Classmate: A Humanoid Robot for Student Innovation","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. York's STEM and Robotics Lab","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3606363_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1462978540908","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-yorkstem"},{"teacherId":3606363,"projectId":10291709,"letterContent":"The HyperSound directional speaker brings a completely new kind of technology into our classroom to give students a hands-on way to experience concepts that are usually difficult to visualize. These speakers naturally turn into conversations about sound waves, acoustics, engineering, and how technology can be designed to control the way we experience sound. It can open up new possibilities in our game design and Esports programs, where students can think about audio as part of the overall player experience rather than simply something coming from traditional speakers or headphones.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to move from experimenting with the technology to having students design experiences around it. We plan to incorporate the directional speaker into interactive gaming simulators without filling the entire classroom with noise. Students will also explore ways this technology can make projects more accessible and create focused learning experiences for classmates who may be distracted or overwhelmed by a noisy classroom environment. Most importantly, this project gives our students access to a piece of real-world technology that many of them had never seen before. Thank you for helping us bring something so unique into our classroom and for giving our students another opportunity to experiment, create, ask questions, and discover where STEM can take them.","fullyFundedDate":1779162654027,"projectUrl":"project/engineering-the-sound-of-the-future/10291709/","projectTitle":"Engineering the Sound of the Future","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. York's STEM and Robotics Lab","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3606363_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1462978540908","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-yorkstem"},{"teacherId":3606363,"projectId":10232967,"letterContent":"When our students first saw the new library of Meta Quest 3 games, the excitement in the room was immediate. Instead of seeing the headsets as just another way to play games, they quickly realized they would be using them as learning tools to study how professional developers create engaging experiences. Students can work together to identify the design choices that make each game successful. Students analyze user interfaces, level progression, physics systems, player feedback, and communication mechanics before applying those same concepts to prototypes of their own original games. Watching students enthusiastically debate why one mechanic was more engaging than another is a great reminder that authentic experiences inspire deeper learning than lectures alone.\r\n\r\nThe impact extends well beyond game design lessons. Our Esports students have used cooperative and competitive VR experiences to strengthen communication, teamwork, and strategic thinking while building confidence in high-pressure situations. Games like Walkabout Mini Golf and Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes provide team-building activities that encourage collaboration, problem-solving, and clear communication. Looking ahead, students will continue expanding their own game development projects by incorporating the mechanics, storytelling techniques, and accessibility features they have observed in virtual reality. Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has become a place where students are not simply learning about game design—they are experiencing it firsthand, preparing them for future opportunities in computer science, digital media, and technology careers.","fullyFundedDate":1778225494244,"projectUrl":"project/ready-player-one-vr-games-for-esports-a/10232967/","projectTitle":"Ready Player One: VR Games for Esports and Game Design","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. York's STEM and Robotics Lab","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3606363_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1462978540908","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-yorkstem"},{"teacherId":3606363,"projectId":10297247,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom and making this project possible. When students first saw the new resources, they were immediately excited to explore the games, movie, and robotics materials. In our Game Design classes, students have been analyzing the level design, storytelling techniques, character progression, and player engagement strategies. These discussions have helped students better understand how professional game developers create memorable experiences, and many students have already begun applying these ideas to their own game projects. As a reward, they were able to watch the new Mario Galaxy movie. Seeing classroom concepts come to life through media they recognize and enjoy has significantly increased engagement, creativity, and participation.\r\n\r\nThe 9-volt batteries have also played an important role in our robotics program by allowing students to test and refine their robotic hand projects without interruption. Students were excited to move from computer-based designs to fully functioning prototypes that they could hold, test, and improve through the engineering design process. As they troubleshoot circuits, adjust mechanical components, and program movement, they are developing valuable skills in coding, electronics, collaboration, and problem-solving. Our next steps include further refining the robotic hands and exploring how assistive technologies can improve lives, while game design students continue creating original games inspired by the design principles they have studied. 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AP Physics students especially enjoyed receiving the special bouncy balls and learning that they were tied to a story that celebrates scientific thinking, problem-solving, and perseverance. As we watched the film after AP exams, students made connections between the scientific concepts from the movie and the experiments, labs, and investigations they completed throughout the year. The solar system materials sparked conversations about space exploration, engineering challenges, and the future of STEM careers, while the hands-on supplies encouraged creativity and curiosity across multiple classes.\r\n\r\nThese resources are now being used in our STEM, robotics, and game design programs as students design, build, and test their own projects. The wire rope kits and locks have already helped students organize equipment and think through real-world engineering applications involving safety, structure, and design. Moving forward, students will continue using these materials in collaborative projects that require creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Your generosity has provided opportunities for meaningful hands-on learning experiences that help students see themselves as creators, engineers, and innovators. Thank you for investing in our students and helping bring these exciting learning opportunities to life.","fullyFundedDate":1778915605271,"projectUrl":"project/from-space-to-stem-ap-physics-rewards-f/10287776/","projectTitle":"From Space to STEM: AP Physics Rewards for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. York's STEM and Robotics Lab","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3606363_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1462978540908","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-yorkstem"},{"teacherId":8414353,"projectId":10316189,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom through this project! The board and card games have given my students a fun and meaningful way to disconnect from their phones and connect with one another. As a reward for their hard work throughout the school year, students have enjoyed playing games such as UNO, Codenames, Chess, Apples to Apples, and Exploding Kittens. When the games first arrived, students were immediately excited and eager to learn how to play. It was refreshing to see students laughing, communicating, strategizing, and working together instead of staring at screens.\r\n\r\nThese games have helped strengthen our classroom community by encouraging teamwork, problem-solving, sportsmanship, and face-to-face interaction. I was able to create opportunities for students to build relationships with classmates they may not normally interact with while celebrating their accomplishments in a positive way. Looking ahead, these games will continue to be used as incentives, community-building activities, and end-of-unit celebrations, providing future students with opportunities to unplug, connect with others, and create lasting memories together. Thank you for helping bring more joy, conversation, and human connection into our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1780491927246,"projectUrl":"project/putting-down-phones-picking-up-board-ga/10316189/","projectTitle":"Putting Down Phones, Picking Up Board Games","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Katie Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8414353_orig.jpg?crop=2298,2298,x0,y376&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760887727119","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8414353"},{"teacherId":8414353,"projectId":10084506,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom through this project! The supplies from this project have become part of our daily routine and help students stay organized, engaged, and prepared for learning. Students regularly use the binders, folders, sheet protectors, pens, highlighters, and colored pencils to organize notes, complete assignments, and study important concepts throughout the year. The dry-erase markers and erasers are especially popular because they allow students to work through problems, share ideas, and receive immediate feedback during classroom activities. Students were excited when the materials arrived because they knew these supplies would help them be more successful in class.\r\n\r\nThis project also improved my ability to deliver instruction. The new wireless presentation clicker and mouse allow me to move around the classroom while teaching, interact more with students, and clearly point out important vocabulary, diagrams, and graphs during lessons. Looking ahead, these supplies and technology tools will continue to support daily learning in my science classes, helping students stay organized while making lessons more interactive and engaging. Thank you for providing resources that benefit students every single day!","fullyFundedDate":1779950748834,"projectUrl":"project/basic-classroom-supplies-better-techno/10084506/","projectTitle":"Basic Classroom Supplies + Better Technology = Better Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Katie Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8414353_orig.jpg?crop=2298,2298,x0,y376&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760887727119","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8414353"},{"teacherId":8414353,"projectId":10310251,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom through this project! The fluorescent paints, black lights, and art supplies gave my students the opportunity to combine science and creativity while learning about ocean acidification. Students created colorful marine organisms that will eventually become part of a larger ocean acidification display. They were excited to see their artwork glow under the black lights, and many took great pride in adding details that reflected real marine life. The project helped students think more deeply about how environmental changes can affect ocean ecosystems while giving them a creative way to express what they learned.\r\n\r\nAlthough our ocean acidification scene is still a work in progress, your donation has helped us take the first steps toward building it. This year, students created a collection of marine critters, and next year's students will continue the project by adding additional organisms and ecosystem components. The aquarium shelving has also helped us better organize our classroom by safely storing tanks when they are not in use. Thank you for helping create a project that will continue to grow and inspire students for years to come!","fullyFundedDate":1780242733578,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-glow-ocean-classroom/10310251/","projectTitle":"Creating a Glow Ocean Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Katie Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8414353_orig.jpg?crop=2298,2298,x0,y376&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760887727119","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8414353"},{"teacherId":8414353,"projectId":10182821,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom through this project! The new phone charging stations have helped create a more focused learning environment by giving students a designated place to charge and store their phones during class. Students quickly embraced the system, and many commented that they liked having a convenient place for their phones while they worked. The whiteboards have also become one of our most-used classroom tools. Whether students are solving chemistry problems, drawing diagrams, or brainstorming ideas with partners, the whiteboards encourage participation and allow me to quickly check for understanding throughout a lesson.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has also helped improve the organization of our science classroom. The new shelving allows us to safely store aquarium tanks when they are not in use, freeing up valuable counter space for labs and classroom activities. Looking ahead, students will continue using the whiteboards for collaborative learning, while our improved classroom organization will support future hands-on science projects and aquarium-based investigations. Thank you for helping create a classroom where students can stay focused, engaged, and ready to learn every day!","fullyFundedDate":1776106460208,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-focus-with-charging-stations-w/10182821/","projectTitle":"Fueling Focus with Charging Stations & Whiteboards","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Katie Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8414353_orig.jpg?crop=2298,2298,x0,y376&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760887727119","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8414353"},{"teacherId":8012339,"projectId":10146916,"letterContent":"The items in this project will help create a more welcoming, organized, and engaging lunchroom environment for our students. The lunch period is more than just a time to eat—it is an opportunity for students to socialize, recharge, and build positive relationships with their peers and school staff.\r\n\r\nBy providing essential lunchroom supplies, this project will help improve the overall student experience, making the space more comfortable, functional, and inviting. These resources will support a positive school climate where students feel connected, respected, and valued.\r\n\r\nA well-equipped lunchroom can also encourage student participation in activities, foster meaningful interactions, and provide a safe space for students to relax during the school day. When students have access to a clean, organized, and engaging environment, they are better prepared to return to class focused and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nYour support will have a direct and lasting impact on hundreds of students by enhancing a space they use every day. 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