{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mather High School","outOfStateSupporters":36.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8802885,"projectId":10313101,"letterContent":"Our new soccer balls have already made a huge difference in the way we are able to practice. Instead of having several players waiting or sharing one ball, we can now run activities where every student gets significantly more touches and repetitions. One of the first things we did was use the new balls during individual technical work, passing activities, and small-sided drills. Having enough soccer balls allows me to keep everyone moving and involved while giving our players more opportunities to work on dribbling, passing, receiving, and overall ball control.\r\n\r\nThe students were extremely excited when they first saw all of the new soccer balls. For them, seeing brand-new equipment that was donated specifically for their program meant a lot. They immediately wanted to grab a ball and start using it. It was also a great opportunity to remind them that people outside of our school believe in them and are willing to invest in their success.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue using the soccer balls to build our players' individual skills while transitioning those skills into game situations. We will continue working through technical stations, possession activities, passing combinations, finishing exercises, and small-sided games. As we progress, the focus will shift from individual development to communication, decision-making, teamwork, and understanding how those individual skills contribute to the success of the entire team. These soccer balls will be used throughout our boys' and girls' soccer seasons and will continue impacting our student-athletes for years to come.\r\n\r\nThank you again to everyone who helped make this possible. Your support gave our students more than just soccer balls—you gave them more opportunities to learn, practice, and enjoy the game they love.","fullyFundedDate":1781488132664,"projectUrl":"project/every-player-deserves-a-ball-supporting/10313101/","projectTitle":"Every Player Deserves a Ball: Supporting MHS Soccer","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Cervantes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8802885_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y50&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690419953033","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8802885"},{"teacherId":309952,"projectId":10217152,"letterContent":"I would like to sincerely thank each and every one of you for helping to fund a printer for my classroom. My students will now have the opportunity to see their work on display inside and outside of our classroom. Students will be able to print their projects in color and see their work come to life. In an age of visualization students are empowered and encouraged when they are able to see their work displayed. \r\n\r\nThis printer will serve as a great benefit to my students, showcasing their work, as well as what my computer science class has to offer. Thank you all once more for your generous donations.","fullyFundedDate":1779646965592,"projectUrl":"project/the-power-of-visualization/10217152/","projectTitle":"The Power of Visualization","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lewis-Morris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/309952"},{"teacherId":17434,"projectId":9938704,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! Learning a new language takes immense \"brainpower,\" and because my students are with me for two hours of intense English study every day, they often get exhausted. When the supplies arrived, the students were so excited to see both the practical tools and the vibrant art materials. It gave them a much-needed spark of energy!\r\nOur classroom is known as a very colorful spot in our school (besides the art room!). Among many things, we are currently using the art supplies for word walls and cultural dolls, which allows students to \"tune out\" the stress of grammar for a moment. These creative breaks are essential; they help my students recharge so they can dive back into their English lessons with fresh focus.\r\nMoving forward, we are putting our new notebooks and pens to daily use as we begin a new writing unit. Having these supplies makes a world of difference in their confidence and organization. We are so grateful for your support, and we thank you in many different languages for helping our classroom flourish!","fullyFundedDate":1769177195207,"projectUrl":"project/second-semester-needed-supplies/9938704/","projectTitle":"Second Semester Needed Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Alfred","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp17434_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450375317408","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/17434"},{"teacherId":17434,"projectId":9965741,"letterContent":"I wanted to send a truly heartfelt thank you for your donation, which we have been using daily in our classroom. During classwork and testing, my biggest goal is to ensure my students feel prepared, but I can't control how long a laptop battery lasts. Before your chargers and extension cords arrived, we were constantly \"triage-ing\" our computers and hunting for outlets, which only added to the students' anxiety during an already stressful time.\r\nSince our computers are in use from the morning bell until dismissal, they never get a chance to sit in a charging cart, but your gift has turned our room into a \"power hub.\" This ensures every student has a reliable workstation and the focus to keep their thoughts flowing without interruption.\r\nYou've removed a major logistical hurdle, allowing me to focus entirely on supporting my students academically. It is so moving to know you understood our need, and we feel your support every time we plug in. Thank you for being part of our community and for quite literally powering our potential!","fullyFundedDate":1767211568847,"projectUrl":"project/a-need-for-powering-literacy/9965741/","projectTitle":"A Need for Powering Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Alfred","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp17434_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450375317408","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/17434"},{"teacherId":2509012,"projectId":9600704,"letterContent":"Receiving a classroom set of TI-84 graphing calculators through the generosity of DonorsChoose supporters has had a truly transformative impact on my Algebra 2 classroom. In a school that serves a largely low-income, diverse community with limited resources, these calculators have helped level the playing field for my students. Many of them had never had consistent access to technology like this before, and now every student can fully participate without worrying about sharing, borrowing, or falling behind.\r\n\r\nWith the TI-84s, students are able to visualize complex algebraic concepts such as quadratic functions, exponential growth, and systems of equations in ways that make the math more concrete and meaningful. Lessons that once felt abstract now come alive as students see graphs change instantly and connect equations to real outcomes. This has increased engagement, confidence, and willingness to take academic risks, especially for students who previously struggled with traditional, paper-only approaches.\r\n\r\nThe calculators have also allowed me to teach at a higher level and align instruction more closely with state standards and assessments, while still supporting students who need extra help. Class time is used more efficiently, discussions are richer, and collaboration has increased as students explore and verify their thinking together. Most importantly, this project has shown my students that people believe in them and their potential. Thanks to the donors who funded this project, my classroom is more equitable, empowering, and inspiring and my students are better prepared for future math courses, college, and careers.","fullyFundedDate":1757555517274,"projectUrl":"project/my-mathematicians-need-calculators/9600704/","projectTitle":"My mathematicians need Calculators!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2509012"},{"teacherId":309952,"projectId":9055441,"letterContent":"I would like to thank you once again for providing the opportunity for my students to learn 3D printing. Before your donations, many of them had never seen or touched a 3D printer. The excitement on their faces when they first learned that they would be 3D printing is memorable. \r\n\r\nStudents now understand how they are able to design a model on their computers and send it to the printer and watch it materialize into something tangible. They got the opportunity to think in creative ways while using their problem solving skills to design and troubleshoot prototypes. Most of all, they are learning that hard work and perseverance pays off in the end. \r\n\r\nAll of my students have shown great interest in 3D printing and worked really hard to design their models. The display of joy on their faces each time their model was brought to life was amazing to watch. 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