{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Ashland High School","outOfStateSupporters":78.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8727566,"projectId":10508545,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"From Pixels to Prototypes: Fueling Our 3D Printing Lab!\"\r\n\r\nYour generous donation of 3D printer filament is helping bring our students' creativity and ideas to life. In our Cyber Foundations classes, students are learning that technology is more than something they use every day—it is something they can use to design, create, and solve real-world problems.\r\n\r\nWith this filament, our students can turn their digital designs into physical objects they can actually hold. They are gaining hands-on experience with 3D modeling, engineering, problem-solving, and the design process. Just as importantly, they are learning patience, perseverance, and how to improve their designs when things don't work the first time.\r\n\r\nHaving enough filament means more opportunities for students to experiment, make mistakes, try again, and experience the excitement of seeing something they imagined become a reality.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, these experiences open their eyes to possibilities in technology, engineering, and future careers they may never have considered.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students, encouraging their creativity, and helping us keep our 3D printers running. Your kindness is making a real difference in our classroom, one layer at a time!","fullyFundedDate":1789602408634,"projectUrl":"project/from-pixels-to-prototypes-fueling-our-3/10508545/","projectTitle":"From Pixels to Prototypes: Fueling Our 3D Printing Lab","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Meadows","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8727566_orig.png?crop=1200,1200,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694313991736","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8727566"},{"teacherId":8727566,"projectId":10507789,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, **\"Byte-Sized Rewards: Stocking Our Cyber Store!\"**\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our Cyber Store is now stocked with student favorites like chips, candy, and noodles! These treats are more than just snacks—they are rewards that motivate students to stay focused, complete assignments, demonstrate positive behavior, and give their best effort in computer science class.\r\n\r\nStudents earn Cyber Coins for their hard work, participation, teamwork, and responsible choices. They can then spend their coins in our classroom store. Having rewards they genuinely enjoy makes earning and saving their Cyber Coins even more exciting!\r\n\r\nYour kindness has helped us create a classroom environment where students feel recognized and rewarded for their efforts. We are grateful for your support and for helping make learning a little more fun, one byte-sized reward at a time!","fullyFundedDate":1789602408145,"projectUrl":"project/byte-sized-rewards-stocking-our-cyber-s/10507789/","projectTitle":"Byte-Sized Rewards: Stocking Our Cyber Store","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Meadows","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8727566_orig.png?crop=1200,1200,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694313991736","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8727566"},{"teacherId":8727566,"projectId":10507674,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, **\"Coding Without Limits: Tablets for Robotics & Computer Science!\"**\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping bring hands-on learning to life in our Cyber Foundations classroom. These tablets allow students to program, control, and interact with robots, turning the coding concepts they learn into real-world experiences.\r\n\r\nInstead of simply reading about programming or watching demonstrations, students can write code, test their ideas, troubleshoot problems, and see their robots respond to their commands. They are learning that coding isn't just something that happens on a computer screen—it can make things move, solve problems, and accomplish exciting tasks!\r\n\r\nThese experiences encourage creativity, critical thinking, teamwork, and perseverance. Students are discovering that making mistakes is part of programming and that every challenge is an opportunity to learn something new.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, opportunities to work with robotics technology are limited. Your donation helps remove those barriers and gives them access to technology and experiences that may inspire future interests and careers in computer science, engineering, and robotics.","fullyFundedDate":1789602408805,"projectUrl":"project/coding-without-limits-tablets-for-robot/10507674/","projectTitle":"Coding Without Limits: Tablets for Robotics & Computer Science","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Meadows","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8727566_orig.png?crop=1200,1200,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694313991736","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8727566"},{"teacherId":8727566,"projectId":10508033,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom Bluetooth speaker project! Because of you, my Cyber Foundations students had the opportunity to move beyond computer screens and textbooks and experience technology in a hands-on, meaningful way.\r\n\r\nThroughout this project, students explored how Bluetooth technology works, how electronic components connect, and how sound is produced. They then applied what they learned by assembling their own working Bluetooth speakers.\r\n\r\nThe excitement in our classroom was incredible! Students who sometimes struggle to stay engaged were eager to participate, figure out how the pieces fit together, and troubleshoot problems when something didn't work the first time. They collaborated, helped one another, followed instructions, and experienced the satisfaction of creating something with their own hands.\r\n\r\nOne of the most rewarding moments was watching students proudly hold up their completed speakers. They weren't just showing off a finished project. They were showing off something they had built themselves!\r\n\r\nAs a middle school computer science teacher, I want my students to understand that technology is more than playing games, using apps, or sitting behind a computer. It is about creativity, engineering, problem-solving, and discovering what they are capable of accomplishing.\r\n\r\nYour generosity made it possible for my students to experience these concepts firsthand. More importantly, you helped build their confidence and showed them that learning can be exciting, challenging, and rewarding.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students, supporting STEM education in our small rural school, and helping us create memories and learning experiences that will last far beyond this project.","fullyFundedDate":1787320713094,"projectUrl":"project/build-the-beat-bluetooth-cybersecurity/10508033/","projectTitle":"Build the Beat: Bluetooth, Cybersecurity & STEM","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Meadows","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8727566_orig.png?crop=1200,1200,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694313991736","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8727566"},{"teacherId":8727566,"projectId":9347506,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Empower Young Coders with Micro Magic!\" Your generosity has made it possible for my students to experience coding in a hands-on, meaningful way that truly brings technology to life.\r\n\r\nBefore receiving these materials, many of my students had only experienced coding on a screen. Now, with micro in their hands, they are able to see their code come alive—lighting up displays, responding to movement, and even communicating with one another. This has transformed coding from something abstract into something exciting, real, and tangible.\r\n\r\nI have already seen a noticeable increase in engagement and confidence. Students who were once unsure of themselves are now eager to experiment, take risks, and solve problems. They are working together, sharing ideas, and celebrating their successes as they build and improve their projects.\r\n\r\nThis experience is helping my students develop critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills that will benefit them far beyond the classroom. It is also opening their eyes to future opportunities in technology, engineering, and computer science—paths many of them had never considered before.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your support is showing my students that someone believes in them and their potential. That encouragement means more than words can express.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a lasting impact on my classroom and for helping empower the next generation of coders.","fullyFundedDate":1757508905460,"projectUrl":"project/empower-young-coders-with-microbit-magi/9347506/","projectTitle":"Empower Young Coders with Micro:bit Magic!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Meadows","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8727566_orig.png?crop=1200,1200,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694313991736","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8727566"},{"teacherId":8727566,"projectId":9687623,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Smart Houses, Smarter Students: Exploring IoT in Our Computer Classroom.\" Because of your generosity, my students now have the opportunity to explore technology in a hands-on, meaningful way that truly brings learning to life.\r\n\r\nBefore this project, many of my students had limited exposure to advanced technology beyond basic computer use. Now, they are designing and building smart home systems, working with sensors, and learning how devices connect and communicate through the Internet of Things. What once felt like distant, high-level technology is now something they can see, touch, and understand.\r\n\r\nI have already seen a noticeable increase in student engagement and excitement. Students who were once hesitant are now eager to participate, collaborate, and problem-solve. They are asking questions, troubleshooting challenges, and taking ownership of their learning in ways that go far beyond traditional instruction.\r\n\r\nThis project is also helping my students develop critical 21st-century skills. They are learning how to think logically, work as a team, and communicate their ideas effectively. At the same time, we are having important discussions about digital citizenship, privacy, and the ethical use of technology—skills they will carry with them long after they leave my classroom.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, this experience is opening their eyes to future careers in technology, engineering, and cybersecurity—opportunities they may not have considered before. Your support is not just providing materials; it is helping shape their confidence, curiosity, and future paths.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and investing in their success. Your generosity is making a lasting difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1757508552360,"projectUrl":"project/smart-houses-smarter-students-explorin/9687623/","projectTitle":"Smart Houses, Smarter Students: Exploring IoT in Our Computer Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Meadows","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8727566_orig.png?crop=1200,1200,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694313991736","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8727566"},{"teacherId":8727566,"projectId":10018947,"letterContent":"In our computer science classroom, innovation happens every single day. My students are coding robots, building circuits, creating digital projects, and exploring hands-on STEM activities that help them see themselves as future engineers, designers, and problem-solvers. However, in a busy makerspace environment, organization is just as important as the tools themselves.\r\n\r\nThis project will provide much-needed storage cabinets and rolling carts to help create an organized, accessible, and efficient learning space for my students. Right now, supplies such as robotics kits, coding tools, craft materials, and technology resources can quickly become difficult to manage in a classroom that serves many learners throughout the day. With proper storage, students will be able to independently access materials, safely return equipment, and take ownership of their learning environment.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, who come from an economically disadvantaged and predominantly African American rural community in Mississippi, school is where they gain access to resources and experiences they may not have at home. An organized makerspace means more time spent learning, creating, and collaborating — and less time spent searching for supplies or working in cluttered conditions.\r\n\r\nThese storage solutions will do more than hold materials; they will help build a classroom culture of responsibility, pride, and creativity. When students walk into a space that is neat, functional, and designed with their success in mind, it sends a powerful message: their ideas matter, their work matters, and they deserve a space built for innovation.\r\n\r\nYour support helps transform our classroom into a true computer science makerspace where every student can explore, create, and thrive.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students' futures and helping us build a space where learning is both organized and inspiring.","fullyFundedDate":1768584056394,"projectUrl":"project/organized-accessible-storage-cabinet/10018947/","projectTitle":"Organized & Accessible: Storage Cabinet + Carts for CS Makerspace","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Meadows","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8727566_orig.png?crop=1200,1200,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694313991736","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8727566"},{"teacherId":10039335,"projectId":9366583,"letterContent":"On behalf of our entire school community, I want to extend our heartfelt gratitude for you generous gift of new seating for our library. As a Title I school, resources are often limited, and the pandemic forced our library to close for several years—leaving a quiet, empty space where curiosity and connection once thrived. Your support has transformed that space. The new seating has brought warmth, comfort, and possibility back into a room our students have deeply missed. It has turned a once-closed door into an open invitation for students to read, explore, and dream again.\r\n\r\nAlready, we see the impact of your generosity. The new tables and chairs have created a welcoming place for students to gather and share. Students who once had no quiet area to read now settle into collaborative seating to enjoy stories together. The refreshed space is also being used as a calming environment to support math interventions, offering students a peaceful setting to focus and learn. Many children have expressed excitement about visiting the library for the first time since before COVID-19—some even choosing to come here instead of going to the gym for extra PE or playing basketball. As we continue rebuilding our library, our next goal is to expand our book inventory to meet student interests and further foster a love of reading and\r\nliteracy.\r\n\r\nYour donation has helped us restore a vital piece of our school's heart—a place that nurtures imagination, community, and a joy for learning. Thank you for believing in our students and helping us reopen the library not just as a room, but as a symbol of renewal and hope.","fullyFundedDate":1755720089481,"projectUrl":"project/reading-rainbow/9366583/","projectTitle":"Reading Rainbow","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10039335"},{"teacherId":8727566,"projectId":9784468,"letterContent":"Wow! This is all I can say. This was absolutely the best project we have ever done in Cyber Foundations. The students loved every minute of it. Many students mentioned it was the most fun they had ever had in class. \r\nStudents combined engineering, technology, and cybersecurity skills this week by building their own Bluetooth speakers! 🔧💡\r\nThrough this hands-on mini project, students explored how hardware and software communicate wirelessly, learned how Bluetooth technology transmits data securely, and applied real-world problem-solving and teamwork to make their speakers come to life. 🎶\r\nThis activity not only taught them how sound travels — it also showed how cybersecurity and safe connections are part of everyday devices we use.\r\nWe are so proud of their curiosity, collaboration, and creativity!","fullyFundedDate":1760693719839,"projectUrl":"project/coding-the-beat-building-bluetooth-spea/9784468/","projectTitle":"Coding the Beat: Building Bluetooth Speakers with STEM and Music","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Meadows","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8727566_orig.png?crop=1200,1200,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694313991736","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8727566"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_17510","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":208,"numTeachers":15,"percentFrplEligible":94,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":74,"percentWhite":11,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":7,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":6,"gradesServed":"7 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"13.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":21.4,"schoolId":17510,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Ashland High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Ashland High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/mississippi/benton-county-school-district/ashland-high-school/17510"}