{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"South Dade Senior High School","outOfStateSupporters":34.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5580998,"projectId":10131370,"letterContent":"How are you and your students using the new resources? Share a specific classroom project or moment.\r\n\r\nWith the arrival of our printer paper, my students have been able to print out their STEAM projects without worrying about not having enough paper. It was used on the first day it arrived. \r\n\r\nHow did your students react when they first saw the materials?\r\n\r\nWhen the boxes arrived, and students saw the boxes, they were excited and very thankful for the donation needed for the classroom. \r\nIn a high school setting, we often take basic supplies for granted, but my students very much appreciated. \r\n\r\nWhat are the next steps for your students on a current classroom lesson or project?\r\n\r\nNow that we have a steady supply of paper, we are moving into collaborative assignments where students are working in groups for different media assignments for the rest of the school year","fullyFundedDate":1778044405993,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-creativity-and-learning-paper-f/10131370/","projectTitle":"Fueling Creativity and Learning: Paper for Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Godinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5580998_orig.jpg?crop=800,800,x0,y109&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565865185137","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-godinez"},{"teacherId":6775104,"projectId":9992429,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our robotics students! Your generosity has made an immediate impact on our team, giving our students the tools they need to bring their ideas to life. With the new laptop, 3D printer, t-shirt press, air filter, and hot glue gun, our workshop is becoming a place where creativity and engineering truly come together.\r\nBecause of you, our students will be able to design, prototype, program, and build with greater confidence and independence. These resources help us include more students in CAD work, create faster prototypes with the Bambu Lab printer, design our own team merchandise, and maintain a safe workspace. Most importantly, you've given our team the chance to learn real engineering skills while working on projects they are proud of.\r\nThank you for believing in our program and investing in what these students can achieve. Your support helps shape not only their competition season, but their future in STEM.","fullyFundedDate":1768430639620,"projectUrl":"project/kickoff-2026/9992429/","projectTitle":"Kickoff 2026","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Waring","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6775104_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691700484456","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6775104"},{"teacherId":10311473,"projectId":9827143,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the donation. Thanks to your donation, these students were able to perform their best without having to worry about the smaller things that make a big difference. We were able to go the whole season without having to ask any students to replace their own sticks when they eventually cracked due to sheer use. We appreciate very much what you have given to this program! \r\n\r\nThis year we were able to take the band to our first marching competition in 10 years, perform again at Marching Music Performance Assessments, participate in several community parades, and earn an Excellent Rating at Concert Music Performance Assessments. We also had the opportunity to play in the UM Basketball Band's place for a game a couple months ago! Your donations have helped all of this come to be.","fullyFundedDate":1760693723047,"projectUrl":"project/freshen-up-the-drumline/9827143/","projectTitle":"Freshen up the Drumline!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Holland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10311473_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760696226874","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10311473"},{"teacherId":5580998,"projectId":9991545,"letterContent":"How is the technology helping your students learn?\r\n\r\nIn our STEM classroom, the \"technology\" isn't just the printer, it's the ability to turn a digital idea into a physical reality. Having a reliable source of color ink has fundamentally changed our workflow. For example, when students design complex 3D models or engineering diagrams, seeing those designs printed in color allows them to clearly distinguish between different components, such as electrical wiring versus structural supports. This visual clarity is essential for troubleshooting and refining their projects. It bridges the gap between a computer screen and a hands on prototype, making the engineering design process much more tangible.\r\n\r\nWhat about the new product is most exciting to your students?\r\nEnabling my students to have the resources to print out their digital projects has been incredible, especially during the last weeks of school. I have the resources to print as much as I need for all the projects turned in \r\n\r\nAre there particular students who have especially warmed to this new technology, and how so?\r\nI have a group of visual learners and English Language Learners (ELL) who have especially thrived with this new resource. One student, in particular, was struggling to grasp complex computer code, and having me print out a color diagram really helped him learn the concept, thanks to you","fullyFundedDate":1774461288603,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-creativity-color-ink-for-our-fu/9991545/","projectTitle":"Fueling Creativity: Color Ink for Our Future STEAM Innovators","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Godinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5580998_orig.jpg?crop=800,800,x0,y109&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565865185137","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-godinez"},{"teacherId":4904331,"projectId":10000473,"letterContent":"On behalf of the FFA students and myself at South Dade Senior High School, I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous contributions to our project, \"South Dade Dresses the Part to Play.\" Your support did more than just provide fabric and threads; it provided our students with the dignity, confidence, and professional identity they need to excel. When our members step out in their new official dress, they aren't just \"kids from the neighborhood that just play in the dirt\"—they are leaders, and professionals.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, these resources will continue to serve our initiative for years to come. You haven't just funded a single event; you've invested in a sustainable culture of excellence at South Dade.\r\n\r\nThank you for proving to my students that their community—and the world—is rooting for their success.","fullyFundedDate":1775776135717,"projectUrl":"project/south-dade-ffa-dresses-the-part-to-play/10000473/","projectTitle":"South Dade FFA Dresses the Part to Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Cox","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4904331_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1643224034024","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-cox-rhms"},{"teacherId":2229668,"projectId":9705597,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has quite literally transformed into a space where chemistry comes to life. Using the Cricut machine, students are designing and cutting precise geometric shapes and STEAM letters to represent atoms and elements. These pieces are then assembled into physical models of molecules, allowing students to visualize and build compounds in a hands-on way. One of the most memorable moments came when a group of students constructed a large-scale model of glucose, carefully arranging each atom and bond. As they worked, they were debating ratios, checking valence connections, and truly engaging with the structure of the molecule.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the Cricut machine in action, their reactions ranged from curiosity to pure excitement. There was an immediate sense that this was something different from a typical classroom tool. As soon as they realized they would be using it themselves to design and create, the energy shifted. Students who are usually quiet asked questions. \r\n\r\nLooking ahead, students will be using their created elements and shapes to design more complex molecular structures and even simulate chemical reactions by rearranging their models. Your support has given them the tools not only to learn chemistry, but to experience it in a way that is engaging, collaborative, and deeply meaningful. Thank you for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1758500535437,"projectUrl":"project/design-create-learn-chemistry-through/9705597/","projectTitle":"Design, Create, Learn: Chemistry Through STEAM Projects","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pasarin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2229668_orig.jpg?crop=271,271,x96,y17&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693832836495","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2229668"},{"teacherId":7992805,"projectId":10109523,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through DonorsChoose. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our learning environment, and we are incredibly grateful.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, our class now has resources that help make learning more engaging and interactive. These materials allow students to explore new ideas, stay organized, and participate more actively in lessons. The excitement in the classroom when the supplies arrived was amazing to see, and the students were truly thankful for your kindness.\r\n\r\nYour support helps create opportunities for students to grow, think critically, and enjoy learning in new ways. It shows them that there are people who believe in their education and want to help them succeed.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of all the students in our class, thank you again for your generosity and for investing in our future.","fullyFundedDate":1771961641184,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials/10109523/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Munoz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7992805_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1636045468259","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7992805"},{"teacherId":7992805,"projectId":9746759,"letterContent":"The donation for interactive science notebooks helped our class by giving us hands-on materials that made learning more engaging and organized. Instead of just listening or reading, we were able to interact with the content by folding, drawing, coloring, labeling, and writing reflections. This helped us understand difficult science concepts better and remember them longer. The notebooks also kept all our learning in one place, which made studying easier and allowed us to track our progress throughout the year. Overall, the donation made science more fun, creative, and easier to understand for everyone in the class.","fullyFundedDate":1763604558334,"projectUrl":"project/interactive-science-notebook-supplies/9746759/","projectTitle":"Interactive Science Notebook Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Munoz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7992805_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1636045468259","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7992805"},{"teacherId":416648,"projectId":7971415,"letterContent":"We have distinguished ourselves as one of the best photography programs in the state, but the students know they need to get better every day because you are only as good as your last shot. Part of learning to be a better photographer is to be a more diverse photographer. \r\nWith new lights we were able to improve the look and the feel of our media day pictures, the new lights coupled with some of our existing lights have drastically improved our studio photography. \r\nMedia Days for sports are an amazing way for our team to make extra funds so we don't have to always rely on the kindness of strangers.","fullyFundedDate":1699232566319,"projectUrl":"project/they-have-the-cameras-but-need-help-with/7971415/","projectTitle":"They Have The Cameras But Need Help With Lights and Action!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sicher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/psicher"},{"teacherId":416648,"projectId":9898193,"letterContent":"Getting new microphones has allowed my students to improve the quality of the video production. Having these easy to use but high quality materials ensures that the work they put out is as good as the work they put in. \r\nWhen you help classrooms like mine, you help a group of kids who want to promote the school they are proud of attending. Being in the journalism classes allows them explore their voice and use their voice for things they care about. \r\nThank you again for your donation to this project, it has been a difficult year for this crew, and this was a great shot in the arm.","fullyFundedDate":1763604557729,"projectUrl":"project/hear-that-time-to-get-new-mics/9898193/","projectTitle":"Hear That? Time to Get New Mics!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sicher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/psicher"},{"teacherId":5580998,"projectId":9836105,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! Because of you, our classroom just \"leveled up.\" My students are already diving into the high-performance capabilities of this new desktop, and the excitement is palpable.\r\n\r\nBefore this computer arrived, many of our most ambitious 3D environments and real-time simulations would lag or crash. Now, my students can design characters and build worlds in Unity without technical barriers holding back their creativity. This isn't just a piece of hardware; it's a portal to a future career. For my student many of whom come from diverse backgrounds and are discovering their potential through coding.this gift proves that their passions are valued and their professional goals are reachable.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping them transform their curiosity into purpose.","fullyFundedDate":1761133955833,"projectUrl":"project/esports-meets-innovation-powering-unity/9836105/","projectTitle":"Esports Meets Innovation: Powering Unity Game Designers of Tomorrow","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Godinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5580998_orig.jpg?crop=800,800,x0,y109&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565865185137","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-godinez"},{"teacherId":6775104,"projectId":9894791,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of a 3D printer to our program. The impact on my students has been immediate and meaningful. My students are some of the most curious and determined young engineers I've ever met. I am so excited to give them the opportunity to solve problems, and build ideas from scratch. Currently we are in the process of a hands-on challenge where the students are using the printer to test their theories. The 3D printer allows students to make real, testable parts. I am so proud of the creative and intuitive culture your donations have helped me to create. Because of this opportunity, my students are gaining confidence in their abilities as problem-solvers and engineers. They are exploring new ideas, building tangible solutions, and expanding what they believe they can achieve. Thank you for helping fuel their creativity and for investing in the future of these young innovators.","fullyFundedDate":1763742305707,"projectUrl":"project/bring-it-to-life/9894791/","projectTitle":"Bring It to Life!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Waring","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6775104_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691700484456","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6775104"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_45895","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":3382,"numTeachers":135,"percentFrplEligible":68,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":15,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":79,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"25.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":66.0,"schoolId":45895,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about South Dade Senior High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"South Dade Senior High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/florida/miami-dade-county-public-schools/south-dade-senior-high-school/45895"}