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Your support is greatly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1790788950453,"projectUrl":"project/science-classroom-decor-for-a-welcoming/10321088/","projectTitle":"Science Classroom Decor for a Welcoming School Year!","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":10006103,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for your donation. I know it has been a while since you made this donation and this appreciation letter fell through the cracks, but it is never too late to say thank you for what you did for the students. Every single cent of your donation benefitted a student and made their work that much better. Many of you donated several times throughout the years and your continued support has helped me help students.\r\n\r\nEven though I have moved on to a new school, your donations helped leave a legacy at South Dade and I hope it is something I can continue at Miami Killian.","fullyFundedDate":1778044404559,"projectUrl":"project/adding-another-dimension-to-our-media-pr/10006103/","projectTitle":"Adding another dimension to our media program.","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sicher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp416648_orig.png?crop=1080,1080,x0,y28&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1791153234134","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/psicher"},{"teacherId":416648,"projectId":7346091,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for your donation. I know it has been a while since you made this donation and this appreciation letter fell through the cracks, but it is never too late to say thank you for what you did for the students. Every single cent of your donation benefitted a student and made their work that much better. Many of you donated several times throughout the years and your continued support has helped me help students.\r\n\r\nEven though I have moved on to a new school, your donations helped leave a legacy at South Dade and I hope it is something I can continue at Miami Killian.","fullyFundedDate":1683865383857,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-new-gear/7346091/","projectTitle":"New Year, New Gear","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sicher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp416648_orig.png?crop=1080,1080,x0,y28&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1791153234134","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/psicher"},{"teacherId":416648,"projectId":7039839,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for your donation. I know it has been a while since you made this donation and this appreciation letter fell through the cracks, but it is never too late to say thank you for what you did for the students. Every single cent of your donation benefitted a student and made their work that much better. Many of you donated several times throughout the years and your continued support has helped me help students.\r\n\r\nEven though I have moved on to a new school, your donations helped leave a legacy at South Dade and I hope it is something I can continue at Miami Killian.","fullyFundedDate":1669777078591,"projectUrl":"project/no-more-boring-flyers/7039839/","projectTitle":"No More Boring Flyers!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sicher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp416648_orig.png?crop=1080,1080,x0,y28&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1791153234134","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/psicher"},{"teacherId":416648,"projectId":8966865,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for your donation. I know it has been a while since you made this donation and this appreciation letter fell through the cracks, but it is never too late to say thank you for what you did for the students. Every single cent of your donation benefitted a student and made their work that much better. Many of you donated several times throughout the years and your continued support has helped me help students.\r\n\r\nEven though I have moved on to a new school, your donations helped leave a legacy at South Dade and I hope it is something I can continue at Miami Killian.","fullyFundedDate":1733283068643,"projectUrl":"project/taking-charge-of-their-video-and-photogr/8966865/","projectTitle":"Taking Charge of Their Video and Photography","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sicher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp416648_orig.png?crop=1080,1080,x0,y28&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1791153234134","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/psicher"},{"teacherId":416648,"projectId":6661471,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for your donation. I know it has been a while since you made this donation and this appreciation letter fell through the cracks, but it is never too late to say thank you for what you did for the students. Every single cent of your donation benefitted a student and made their work that much better. Many of you donated several times throughout the years and your continued support has helped me help students.\r\n\r\nEven though I have moved on to a new school, your donations helped leave a legacy at South Dade and I hope it is something I can continue at Miami Killian.","fullyFundedDate":1660060638048,"projectUrl":"project/journalism-students-shooting-their-shot/6661471/","projectTitle":"Journalism Students Shooting their Shot","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sicher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp416648_orig.png?crop=1080,1080,x0,y28&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1791153234134","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/psicher"},{"teacherId":6526494,"projectId":10175983,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in funding our project, \"Everyday Supplies for Big Ideas and Bigger Learning.\" Having basic, essential classroom materials like fresh pencils, sturdy file folders, and reliable sharpeners makes a world of difference in our daily learning routine. When the boxes arrived, the students were genuinely excited to unbox everything. There is something special about receiving brand-new supplies, and knowing that kind supporters directly invested in their success gave them a visible boost of confidence and enthusiasm.  \r\n\r\nThese essential materials are already playing a vital role in our daily lessons. Having dependable sharpeners and plenty of pencils means we no longer lose precious instruction time dealing with dull tools or missing supplies, allowing students to jump straight into their reading and writing activities without interruption. The new file folders have been a game-changer for student organization, giving everyone a dedicated space to keep track of their ongoing drafts, vocabulary logs, and project materials.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these resources will support us throughout our upcoming reading and writing units as students tackle longer essay drafts, collaborative group projects, and creative writing assignments. Your generosity ensures that every student enters our classroom fully equipped and ready to learn every single day. Thank you for believing in our classroom and investing in our students' potential!","fullyFundedDate":1775001087050,"projectUrl":"project/everyday-supplies-for-big-ideas-and-bigg/10175983/","projectTitle":"Everyday Supplies for Big Ideas and Bigger Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tapia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6526494_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1640616623340","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sindy-tapia"},{"teacherId":5580998,"projectId":10194579,"letterContent":"I write to express my deepest gratitude for your generous support of the \"AI for All: Student-Led Digital Literacy for Our Community\" initiative. Your contribution made it possible for us to launch this transformative program and bring meaningful AI literacy education to students and families across our community.\r\nProgram Impact\r\nThis year, \"AI for All\" enabled our high school students to become technology leaders in our community. Through hands-on AI literacy workshops, students gained practical skills and developed a genuine passion for technology careers. The most meaningful outcome was witnessing our students step into mentorship roles; they led educational sessions for younger students in grades 4–8, directly inspiring the next generation to explore artificial intelligence and computer science.\r\nBeyond academics, this program catalyzed real leadership development. Our students demonstrated initiative, empathy, and communication skills as they taught their younger peers. Many reported increased confidence in their ability to pursue technology-related careers, and several have already expressed interest in studying computer science, artificial intelligence, and related fields at the university level. The experience of mentoring younger students reinforced their own learning while creating a meaningful pipeline of interest in technology across our community.","fullyFundedDate":1776882933387,"projectUrl":"project/ai-for-all-student-led-digital-literacy/10194579/","projectTitle":"AI for All: Student-Led Digital Literacy for Our Community","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":5580998,"projectId":9885147,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of the Code Your Charm: Python Programming with Wearable Tech project. Because of your investment, we were able to launch and sustain a meaningful outreach initiative with the Migrant Education Program, bringing accessible, creative computer science education directly to students who need it most.\r\n\r\nWith the programmable charms, our 2nd through 8th-grade learners transformed abstract syntax into tangible, illuminated designs. Seeing their own Python code instantly light up wearable devices completely demystified programming, turning what can often feel like an intimidating subject into an exciting medium for self-expression and problem-solving. Across every grade level, students gained hands-on confidence with core programming fundamentals and, more importantly, began to see themselves as creators and innovators in tech.\r\n\r\nYour funding provided far more than hardware, it unlocked curiosity, built digital literacy, and opened pathways to future STEM opportunities for these incredible young minds.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and making this transformative learning experience possible.","fullyFundedDate":1778225494537,"projectUrl":"project/code-your-charm-python-programming-with/9885147/","projectTitle":"Code Your Charm: Python Programming with Wearable Tech!","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":10400380,"projectId":10310206,"letterContent":"Technology has made a tremendous difference in how my students learn in our TV Production program. The new equipment allows students to move beyond simply learning about broadcasting and actually experience what it is like to work in a real production environment. Students are learning how to operate microphones, set up lighting, work with cameras, record quality audio, conduct interviews, produce our school morning announcements, and collaborate as a professional production team. These hands-on experiences help students develop communication, problem-solving, creativity, teamwork, and technical skills that they can use in college and future careers.\r\n\r\nWhat excites my students most is seeing how professional their work can look and sound when they have the right equipment. The new microphones have helped them hear the difference between basic audio and clear, broadcast-quality sound, while the lighting equipment has shown them how dramatically proper lighting can improve an interview, announcement, or video project. They especially enjoy seeing the finished product on screen and knowing that something they helped create is being viewed by students and staff throughout the school.\r\n\r\nI have also seen students who were initially quiet or hesitant become much more involved after having the opportunity to work with the new technology. Some students who were uncomfortable being in front of the camera discovered that they excel behind the scenes as camera operators, audio technicians, lighting crew members, directors, or editors. Others have gained confidence as anchors and interviewers. The technology gives every student an opportunity to find a role where they can contribute and be successful.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, this equipment has transformed our classroom into a place where students learn by doing. They are not simply completing an assignment for a grade—they are creating authentic productions for a real audience. Knowing that their work represents South Dade encourages them to take greater pride in the quality of their work, support one another, and continue developing their skills.\r\n\r\nThank you to our donors for giving my students access to technology that makes these experiences possible. Your generosity is helping them discover talents, build confidence, and develop skills that extend far beyond our TV Production classroom. Lights, camera, learning—your support is helping our students shine!","fullyFundedDate":1789601810061,"projectUrl":"project/lights-camera-announcements-building/10310206/","projectTitle":"Lights, Camera, Announcements! 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As we begin our new school year recycling is now a matter of fact and not an after thought.","fullyFundedDate":1758816929829,"projectUrl":"project/sds-high-school-recycles/9732773/","projectTitle":"SDS High School Recycles","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hancock","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8193510"},{"teacherId":6839841,"projectId":10019344,"letterContent":"My students and I are immensely grateful for your generosity. By funding this project, I was able to get a large number of games and puzzles for my high school classroom. These games and puzzles are used in a variety of classes, from critical thinking to speech, from law to anatomy. \r\n\r\nStudents today are so focused on their phones and computers, even during the school day, that they often forget what it's like to have real human interaction. They forget how to think critically, but using these games and puzzles allows me to bring that skill into my classroom. One of my favorite activities is giving each group a puzzle but telling them they aren't allowed to speak. Watching them try to communicate a plan is interesting, and it is even more interesting as I change up the activity along the way. Seeing how my students choose to start a puzzle has been interesting to me, as has watching them engage with one another while playing games.","fullyFundedDate":1778044405079,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-critical-thinking-through-game/10019344/","projectTitle":"Unlocking Critical Thinking Through Games","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6839841_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683666229210","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6839841"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_45895","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":3587,"numTeachers":135,"percentFrplEligible":62,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":15,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":80,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"26.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":66.5,"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"}