{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Miami Coral Park Senior High School","outOfStateSupporters":27.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3091932,"projectId":10043921,"letterContent":"This year I completed two projects on Donor's Choose which together supported hands on learning and technology in my 9th grade Physical Science classroom. In the project \"Classroom Tech\", I obtained boomwhackers and airpods for students to test resonance and cancelation of sound waves in a hands on way. Students really enjoyed making music with the boomwhackers, and were able to see in a direct, hands on way how the dimensions of an object affect the pitch of sounds it will emit when it vibrates. The noise canceling technology in the headphones is something many students use all the time, but testing it in class challenged them to really question what is going on with this technology they take for granted.\r\nThere was one student in particular that got especially excited about the boomwhackers. This is a student I have previously had trouble reaching- it is difficult to get him to engage with written assignments, or online activities. But once he saw the boomwhackers, he immediately started trying the different pitches, and soon he had orchestrated a group performance with multiple students each playing two different boomwhackers. Boomwhackers are a hands on science apparatus I have wanted for my classroom for a long time, and I am very glad to finally be able to share them with my students.","fullyFundedDate":1772716800381,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-tech/10043921/","projectTitle":"Classroom Tech","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Macquoid","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3091932"},{"teacherId":9473536,"projectId":9961639,"letterContent":"We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to all the generous donors who contributed books, sensory toys, and cleaning supplies for our ASD students. Your thoughtful support helps create a learning environment that is engaging, comfortable, and safe for every student.\r\n\r\nThe books you provided open doors to imagination, communication, and learning, allowing our students to explore new ideas and build important literacy skills. The sensory toys play an equally vital role by supporting self-regulation, focus, and emotional well-being. These tools help our students feel more at ease and ready to participate in their daily activities. Additionally, the cleaning supplies you donated help us maintain a healthy and hygienic space, ensuring that our classrooms remain safe and welcoming for everyone.","fullyFundedDate":1773857189940,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-happy-environment-through-art/9961639/","projectTitle":"Creating a Happy Environment Through Art","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Valido","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/valido-asd"},{"teacherId":9473536,"projectId":10032592,"letterContent":"We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all the generous donors who contributed CBI materials for our ASD students. Your support provides valuable resources that enhance real-world learning experiences and help our students build essential life and community skills.\r\n\r\nYour generosity plays an important role in their growth and independence, and we truly appreciate your commitment to making a meaningful difference in their lives. Thank you for your continued support!\r\n\r\nCommunity-Based Instruction plays a vital role in supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder by giving them opportunities to learn in authentic, everyday environments. Through the use of CBI materials, our students are better able to practice communication, social interaction, decision-making, and independence in ways that are engaging and relevant. Your contributions directly enhance these experiences, allowing us to create structured, supportive opportunities where students can build confidence and apply what they learn in meaningful contexts.","fullyFundedDate":1772473584381,"projectUrl":"project/helpful-supplies-for-cbis/10032592/","projectTitle":"Helpful Supplies for CBIs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Valido","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/valido-asd"},{"teacherId":9473536,"projectId":9961533,"letterContent":"We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all of the generous donors who contributed cleaning supplies, toys, household items, and other much-needed essentials to support our community. Your kindness and willingness to give have made a meaningful impact on the lives of so many individuals and families. Acts of generosity like yours remind us that even during difficult times, compassion and community support continue to bring people together in powerful ways.\r\n\r\nThe donations of cleaning supplies are especially appreciated because they help families maintain safe, healthy, and comfortable living environments. Everyday essentials such as disinfectants, paper towels, soap, laundry detergent, trash bags, and other hygiene products are often overlooked, yet they are critical items that many households struggle to afford. Because of your support, families will have access to supplies that promote cleanliness, health, and dignity. Your contributions help reduce stress for parents and caregivers who are doing their best to provide for their loved ones.","fullyFundedDate":1773857189651,"projectUrl":"project/happy-classroom-environment/9961533/","projectTitle":"Happy Classroom Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Valido","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/valido-asd"},{"teacherId":10414840,"projectId":10047954,"letterContent":"The addition of the Canon Wireless Laser Printer has transformed how my students learn by allowing them to turn their ideas into real, professional-quality materials that reach beyond the classroom. Instead of completing assignments that stay on paper or on a screen, students now research, write, design, and publish eco-literacy materials that are shared with our community. This technology bridges the gap between academic learning and real-world application, helping students see that their voices and writing can truly make an impact—especially as they created and distributed materials to educate our community about the importance of Earth Day and environmental responsibility.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most is the ability to produce and distribute their own work in meaningful ways. They take pride in seeing their flyers, booklets, and poetry collections printed and shared at local parks, libraries, and community events like cleanups, school assemblies, and farmer's markets. During our Earth Day outreach, students used these materials to inform others about protecting clean water, reducing waste, and improving recycling habits. The printer allows them to create high-quality materials efficiently and sustainably, reinforcing environmental responsibility while empowering them to lead with confidence and ownership.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who were previously hesitant or disengaged have especially thrived with this project. Students who struggle with traditional assignments have found new motivation in designing visuals, organizing information, and seeing their work used in real-life settings. Others have embraced leadership roles, guiding peers and helping distribute materials in the community. Through this experience, students are not only strengthening their reading and writing skills but also developing confidence, responsibility, and a genuine sense of purpose as they work toward creating a cleaner, greener future. Thank you for supporting public education and empowering our students to make a lasting difference.","fullyFundedDate":1772054100547,"projectUrl":"project/earth-keepers-printing-for-a-greener-co/10047954/","projectTitle":"Earth Keepers: Printing for a Greener Community","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hlesley"},{"teacherId":4432289,"projectId":10083350,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, our classroom has become a hands-on engineering environment where students actively design, build, and problem-solve using real industry tools. Technology here is not just for basic use—it is the foundation for authentic learning. Students use programs like SolidWorks to create, test, and refine robot designs, developing the same technical and critical thinking skills used in engineering careers.\r\n\r\nWhat makes this experience powerful is ownership. Students are not following step-by-step instructions—they are leading the process. They collaborate, troubleshoot failures, and improve their designs, gaining resilience and confidence along the way. Research shows that robotics programs like FIRST help students build teamwork, problem-solving skills, and self-efficacy while also influencing their interest in STEM careers.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting moment for students is seeing their ideas come to life. A design that starts on a screen becomes a real, functioning part through fabrication tools. That transformation shifts how students see themselves—from learners to engineers.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have experienced remarkable growth. One student who was initially unsure of their abilities now leads a subsystem team and mentors peers. Another who struggled in traditional classes has thrived in this hands-on setting and is now pursuing industry certification.\r\n\r\nThis project has built more than technical skills—it has developed confidence, leadership, and a vision for the future. Students are not just learning about careers in STEM—they are preparing to succeed in them.","fullyFundedDate":1770505108015,"projectUrl":"project/rebuilt-for-the-future-engineering-cad/10083350/","projectTitle":"Rebuilt for the Future: Engineering, CAD, and Career Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Delahoz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4432289_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1510096958697","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/delahoz"},{"teacherId":3091932,"projectId":10123323,"letterContent":"This year I completed two projects on Donor's Choose which together supported hands on learning and technology in my 9th grade Physical Science classroom. In the project \"Hands-On Physics\", I obtained a resonance bowl, mag safe chargers and power blocks, and a slinky. In the first lab we completed with these materials, students operated the resonance bowl, setting up standing waves that for some students even caused the water to spray out of the bowl. At another station, students modeled compression waves (such as sound) and transverse waves (such as light). This had a direct impact at the subsequent lesson, where in prior years, students really struggled to understand what a compressional wave would look like, this year they had a hands on example to compare back to. \r\nFor the next lab my students will be doing, they will be testing different modes of phone charging, and connecting their electromagnetic induction lesson topic back to other recent ideas including power (watts), wave frequency, and resonance. My students are always eager to use their personal technology for entertainment purposes, o it is exciting to direct that impulse into a hands on experiment where they can learn more about what is often a challenging topic at the end of the year.","fullyFundedDate":1772716556102,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-physics/10123323/","projectTitle":"Hands-on Physics","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Macquoid","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3091932"},{"teacherId":10414840,"projectId":10085879,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, this project has made a meaningful impact on my students. The use of the iPad and the Epson EcoTank ET-4800 Wireless All-in-One Cartridge-Free Supertank Printer has transformed how they approach writing and learning. Students were able to draft, revise, and publish their work in engaging ways, using technology not just for assignments, but as a tool for creativity, collaboration, and reflection.\r\n\r\nWhat excited students most was seeing their work come to life. They created printed poetry booklets, posters, and narratives centered on compassion and real-life experiences. Through our \"Printing Compassion\" initiative, students displayed their projects throughout the school, allowing their messages of kindness and understanding to reach a wider audience. Holding and sharing a physical copy of their work gave them a strong sense of pride and ownership, making their voices feel valued and heard.\r\n\r\nThis project especially supported students who are typically more reserved, giving them a comfortable outlet to express themselves. Many grew in both confidence and empathy, sharing powerful stories and perspectives. Overall, students are not only stronger writers, but more compassionate individuals who understand the impact their words can have on others.","fullyFundedDate":1772471583414,"projectUrl":"project/printing-compassion-student-authored-bo/10085879/","projectTitle":"Printing Compassion: Student-Authored Books, Posters & Poems","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hlesley"},{"teacherId":5885053,"projectId":9957978,"letterContent":"I want to start by expressing my deepest thanks for your support of \"Rams Print.\" When the sublimation materials first arrived, my students were beyond excited. Seeing their digital designs transform into physical products felt like magic to them, and it sparked a level of engagement in our graphic design lessons that I hadn't seen before. We successfully completed several projects where students created custom items, learning firsthand about the intersection of technology and art.\r\nHowever, I am writing to share a bit of a \"teachable moment\" regarding our journey. Unfortunately, our sublimation printer has recently stopped working. Despite my best efforts to troubleshoot and find a fix, it remains non-functional. While this is a setback, it has shown me just how vital this resource is for our classroom. The students are constantly asking when they can print again! Because this technology has become such a cornerstone of our curriculum, I will be starting a new project soon to secure a replacement printer so we can get our production line back up and running. Your initial support proved how much this matters to my students, and we are determined to keep creating.","fullyFundedDate":1765843443732,"projectUrl":"project/rams-print/9957978/","projectTitle":"Rams Print","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5885053_orig.jpg?crop=3096,3096,x619,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1571625825683","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-ramas"},{"teacherId":5885053,"projectId":9779543,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your support in \"Printing my Rams Dreams II.\" In a world that is becoming increasingly digital, the ability to bring our digital work into the physical world is a game-changer for my students. These ink cartridges may seem like a simple supply, but they are the bridge between a student's hard work on a screen and a tangible achievement they can hold in their hands.\r\nMany of my students use technology at home for entertainment, but seeing it used in the classroom to produce high-quality, professional-looking reports and creative projects has shifted their perspective on what they can create. They are now the first one to volunteer for new projects! Thank you for giving my students the tools to see their dreams in print.","fullyFundedDate":1765821279629,"projectUrl":"project/printing-my-rams-dreams-ii/9779543/","projectTitle":"Printing my Rams Dreams II","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5885053_orig.jpg?crop=3096,3096,x619,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1571625825683","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-ramas"},{"teacherId":4937220,"projectId":9952708,"letterContent":"Thank you for believing and supporting PUBLIC EDUCATION. Thanks to your generous donation students used the tumbler heat press and 3D-printing filament to transform their ideas into real products, designing and producing their own charms and customized tumblers. Students really enjoyed, testing, and revising their designs, they experienced how engineers and product designers develop prototypes in the real world.\r\n\r\nThis hands-on technology increased engagement and helped students better understand STEM concepts because they were applying science, design, and problem-solving skills while creating something meaningful. Project-based learning experiences like these help students think critically, stay motivated, and develop deeper understanding by connecting classroom learning to real-world applications.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, students gained confidence as they held the products they had imagined, designed, and created themselves, seeing firsthand that their ideas can become reality. Thank you for helping bring STEM projects into my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1765386713608,"projectUrl":"project/charmed-pressed/9952708/","projectTitle":"Charmed & Pressed","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Annie Lastre-Valero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4937220_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1524152594701","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alastre"},{"teacherId":4432289,"projectId":9964059,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our students are experiencing a profound transformation in how they learn, create, and problem-solve. We know many of you use technology in your daily lives, and we want to share how this same spark has ignited something special in our classrooms.\r\n\r\nYour support allowed us to implement an open-ended robotics design project that goes far beyond traditional kits. Rather than following preset instructions, students are challenged to design original robotic solutions from scratch. They use CAD software to bring ideas to life and 3D-printed components to make those ideas real. This isn't theoretical learning; it's hands-on innovation.\r\n\r\nStudents are thrilled by this experience, and here's why:\r\n\r\n• Real creation, real impact: Students are most excited when they see their digital designs become physical parts. Watching a 3D-printed component emerge layer by layer creates a sense of ownership and amazement that worksheets simply cannot match.\r\n\r\n• Engineering in action: Learners are designing, printing, testing, and rebuilding — just like real engineers. They troubleshoot mechanical issues, revise their models, and collaborate closely with teammates. These are authentic engineering practices that engage logic, creativity, patience, and teamwork.\r\n\r\n• Math and physics come alive: Abstract classroom concepts now have real-world consequences. A student's understanding of geometry, measurement, and force isn't just written on paper — it's embedded in the parts they design and test. When a gear doesn't fit or a lever fails, students return to the math and physics to fix it.\r\n\r\nThere are particular students who have especially warmed to this technology. Some who struggled with disengagement in traditional lessons suddenly become leaders in their teams. Quiet students blossom into vocal collaborators when given the chance to design their own solutions. One student shared that seeing their own creation move under its own power \"felt like discovering I'm good at something I never thought I could do.\"\r\n\r\nThe filament you helped fund is not a general classroom supply. It is the medium of transformation. Without it, a design remains an idea. With it, students build confidence, resilience, and creativity. They don't just learn about innovation — they live it.\r\n\r\nYour contribution is doing so much more than purchasing materials. You're helping students see themselves as inventors, engineers, and active creators in a world where technology plays an ever-expanding role.\r\n\r\nThank you for turning imagination into invention, and for inspiring the next generation of problem-solvers. 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