{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Callaway High School","outOfStateSupporters":63.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10050034,"projectId":9758403,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support of \"Beyond the Naked Eye: Exploring Biology with Digital Microscopes,\" my students are now able to explore biological structures in ways that were previously impossible in our classroom. Using the digital microscopes, students have examined cells, tissues, and microscopic organisms while capturing clear images they can analyze and discuss as a class. One especially exciting moment was when students projected their microscope images onto the screen and compared observations, using evidence to support their conclusions like real scientists.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the digital microscopes, their reactions were filled with curiosity and excitement. Many were amazed by how much detail they could see and loved being able to zoom in and manipulate the images themselves. Students who are usually hesitant to participate became more engaged, asking questions and eagerly sharing what they discovered. The technology made learning feel interactive, accessible, and meaningful for all learners.\r\n\r\nNext, students will use the microscopes for inquiry-based investigations, including comparing healthy and abnormal cells and documenting changes over time. They will create digital lab reports using the images they capture, strengthening both scientific reasoning and data analysis skills. 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One memorable moment was watching students independently conduct an experiment and confidently explain their results using scientific vocabulary.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, students were immediately excited and eager to explore. Many shared that it was their first time working with authentic lab equipment, and they were thrilled to feel like \"real scientists.\" Their engagement and curiosity increased noticeably, leading to stronger collaboration and more meaningful classroom discussions.\r\n\r\nNext, students will apply these tools to design their own investigations by developing hypotheses, identifying variables, and analyzing data. Your support has helped make biology tangible, engaging, and impactful. Thank you for giving my students the opportunity to experience science in a meaningful way.","fullyFundedDate":1760726499907,"projectUrl":"project/from-textbook-to-test-tube-making-biolo/9761243/","projectTitle":"From Textbook to Test Tube: Making Biology Real","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. PRIM ROSS ENG","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10050034_orig.jpg?crop=2012,2012,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749064134748","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10050034"},{"teacherId":9292375,"projectId":9909987,"letterContent":"Thank you sincerely for the generous donation of Chromebooks to our classroom. Although you chose to remain anonymous, your kindness has made an extraordinary difference in the way our students learn each day. Having access to reliable technology has opened doors to deeper exploration, stronger understanding, and more meaningful academic experiences. Your support has created a learning environment where every student has the tools they need to participate fully and confidently.\r\n\r\nThese Chromebooks have transformed our math classroom into an interactive, engaging, and dynamic space. Students are now able to use Desmos and other online math manipulatives to visualize concepts, explore patterns, and develop stronger problem‑solving skills. Their excitement toward learning has grown, and they are more motivated to engage, collaborate, and challenge themselves. Your generosity has truly enriched their educational journey, and we are deeply grateful for the lasting impact you have made.","fullyFundedDate":1764743966155,"projectUrl":"project/chromebooks-for-champions-driving-class/9909987/","projectTitle":"Chromebooks for Champions: Driving Classroom Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9292375_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753115169633","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9292375"},{"teacherId":10322934,"projectId":9846835,"letterContent":"Your contributions to our MAAP English II and Creative Writing classroom have been a tremendous facilitator for enhancing my scholars' comprehension of the writing process, as well as a positive lift to their levels of confidence with written expression. The use of individual dry erase white boards, dry erase markers, and erasers allows my scholars to express their thoughts in written form, especially those scholars who are a little reserved when asked to share out loud.\r\n\r\nYour donation of a mobile stand and two-sided mobile, dry erase board afford me the opportunity to be flexible as I provide one-on-one instruction during revising and editing in the writing process. We are currently working on \"Argumentative\" writing. Clear understanding of claims, counterclaims, relevant evidence, and rebuttals are vitally important to this style of writing. Our new supplies provide hands-on learning possibilities and real-time engagement with the curriculum.\r\n\r\nSome of our goals are to enhance scholars' comprehension of text, elevate scholars' awareness to appropriate writing structures, and build and strengthen skills in word choice, sentence variation, grammar/punctuation accuracy, citing textual evidence, and developing a powerful thesis statement. We are working diligently and continuously to ensure our scholars meet district requirements as outlined by the MAAP Writing Rubric. On a grading scale that ranges from 0 to 12 points (4 focal areas), we are aiming to increase scores to 9 or higher for our scholars. Your generosity is indescribable and selfless. 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One moment that stands out was during a recent independent reading and writing workshop. Students were deeply engaged in analyzing theme and character development, and several were able to grab a quick snack and refocus rather than losing momentum. What may seem like a small resource has helped create a more comfortable, welcoming environment where students can concentrate and participate fully.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the refrigerator in the classroom, their reactions were immediate and genuine—smiles, excitement, and a lot of \"Wait, this is for us?\" moments. Many students expressed appreciation not just for the fridge itself, but for what it represented: that people outside our classroom care about their well-being and success. That sense of being supported has strengthened our classroom community and built trust.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, we can now focus even more intentionally on our current work. Students are beginning a new unit centered on literary analysis and argumentative writing, where they will read short stories and excerpts, collaborate in discussion groups, and develop written responses supported by evidence. Having their basic needs met allows them to show up ready to think critically, share ideas, and challenge themselves academically.\r\n\r\nBy contributing to this project, you gave us more than a mini-refrigerator—you gave my students comfort, dignity, and encouragement. Thank you for giving us a glimpse of your generosity and for being a part of our classroom story.","fullyFundedDate":1766067766358,"projectUrl":"project/a-cooling-off-period/9626255/","projectTitle":"A Cooling Off Period","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9462465_orig.jpg?crop=3072,3072,x423,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707322715023","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tonya-moore"},{"teacherId":9292375,"projectId":9530578,"letterContent":"Thank you sincerely for the thoughtful snack donations to our classroom. Although many of you chose to remain anonymous, your kindness has not gone unnoticed. Your contribution has created a welcoming and supportive environment where students feel cared for and motivated. By having snacks as a form of incentive, our students are able to remain focused, energized, and ready to participate more fully in their learning each day.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a significant difference in classroom engagement. Students are more eager to participate, more willing to take academic risks, and more consistent in their efforts to improve. The simple act of providing snacks has helped build a positive classroom culture where students look forward to learning and feel encouraged to do better every single day. We are truly grateful for the impact you have made.","fullyFundedDate":1758754197286,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-success/9530578/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9292375_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753115169633","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9292375"},{"teacherId":10095307,"projectId":9503355,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our high school chemistry program. As a teacher in an inner‑city school, I see every day how access to the right tools can transform a student's confidence, curiosity, and sense of possibility. Your contribution has done exactly that.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students now have the resources they need to fully engage in hands‑on, inquiry‑based science learning. The headphones you provided have allowed students to immerse themselves in virtual labs, interactive simulations, and science tutorials without distraction. For many of them, this is the first time they've been able to explore complex concepts at their own pace, with clarity and focus.\r\n\r\nThe disinfectant wipes have made a tremendous difference in keeping our shared equipment clean and safe. In a busy classroom where materials rotate between multiple lab groups, this simple but essential supply has helped us maintain a healthy learning environment and protect our most vulnerable students.\r\n\r\nYour donation of precision balances has elevated the quality of our laboratory investigations. Students are now able to collect accurate, reliable data—something that not only strengthens their understanding of chemistry but also builds their confidence as young scientists. They take great pride in conducting experiments that feel \"real,\" and that pride shows in their engagement and perseverance.\r\n\r\nPerhaps most exciting of all, the STEM kits you provided have opened doors to collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking. Students who once hesitated to participate are now eagerly building, testing, and problem‑solving with their peers. These kits have sparked conversations about engineering, innovation, and future careers—conversations many of my students have never had the chance to imagine themselves in before.\r\n\r\nThese items are far more than classroom supplies. They are keys to opportunity. They have allowed students to conduct authentic scientific investigations, develop essential STEM skills, and discover the joy of understanding how the world works. Your generosity has helped create a learning environment where every student—regardless of background—has the chance to thrive.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and our school community, thank you for believing in them and investing in their future. Your support is helping us ignite a passion for science that will stay with them for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1757654135123,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-future-scientists-help-us-build/9503355/","projectTitle":"Fueling Future Scientists: Help Us Build a Better Chemistry Lab","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Linda Horton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10095307_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754364382357","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10095307"},{"teacherId":9877076,"projectId":9512194,"letterContent":"I want to extend my deepest gratitude for supporting my project, \"Bringing Chemistry to Life: Hands-On Experiments for Students.\" Your generosity has transformed the way my students experience science in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, my students are now engaging in hands-on laboratory investigations that help them truly see the concepts we discuss in class. One of our first major uses of the materials was during our unit on the difference of chemical and physical changes where I used the materials that you've donated to see what chemical reactions is all about. Students explored evidence of chemical change—color changes, gas production, and temperature changes—using the new lab equipment and supplies. For many of them, it was the first time to see and perform the actual experiment that they said they usually see in some tiktok videos and reels.\r\n\r\nA memorable moment was during a \"mystery reactions\" lab, where students were grouped and had to create their own procedure in testing unknown substances and determine whether reactions were physical or chemical changes. I watched students go from hesitant to fully immersed—carefully observing, debating their findings, and recording data like real scientists. I am happy to see that they are really into the experiments and even sharing ideas on why that particular reaction occurs and what caused it. It made them realize the importance of knowing the basics in Chemistry such as identifying substances, observing changes, how substances react, etc...\r\n\r\nWith your donations, my students are now full of excitement. They will not just be reading textbooks and watch videos online or even do virtual laboratory- they can now do it real time. They have smile on their faces the moment I told them that finally we can experiment and when they finally saw the new materials unpacked in the classroom that we can use for experiments. I remembered when one of my students was really excited and keeps on asking, \"When are we going to fly our rockets Ms. P? or can we have our experiment now Ms. P?. These questions gives me motivation to prepare exciting activities for them with the use of your donations.\r\n\r\nWith our new resources, we are moving into deeper standards in Chemistry and students will soon conduct guided investigations with the use of the materials you have donated. These hands-on experiences will help them make connections between abstract concepts and real-world applications—something many of my students struggle with but are now excited to explore.\r\n\r\nYour support did more than purchase materials—you gave my students opportunities they never had before. You helped make science real, engaging, and empowering for them.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and for making such a meaningful impact.","fullyFundedDate":1755740582001,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-chemistry-to-life-hands-on-exp/9512194/","projectTitle":"Bringing Chemistry to Life: Hands-On Experiments for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pepito","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9877076_orig.jpg?crop=768,768,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1735962023615","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9877076"},{"teacherId":7071970,"projectId":9503446,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in funding our iPad Air project. This technology is already making a meaningful impact on my students with special needs.\r\n\r\nMy 9th–12th grade students are hardworking and determined individuals who face a variety of challenges—physical, emotional, and cognitive. The iPad Air provides them with essential tools that support their learning and communication needs.\r\n\r\nTechnology in our classroom is not a luxury; it is a necessity that helps level the playing field. Your donation has provided meaningful access and opportunities for success. Thank you for supporting inclusive education and believing in the potential of every learner. \r\n\r\nWishing you all the best in return!","fullyFundedDate":1760726495287,"projectUrl":"project/access-for-all-breaking-learning-barrie/9503446/","projectTitle":"Access for All: Breaking Learning Barriers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pouns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7071970_orig.jpg?crop=1935,1935,x1545,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699045389183","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7071970"},{"teacherId":9120777,"projectId":9485902,"letterContent":"Your generous support has had a truly meaningful impact on our classroom community. The new rug, headphones, and pencil sharpener have each helped create a more comfortable, focused, and supportive environment for our students, especially those with learning disabilities.\r\nThe rug has transformed our reading area into a cozy, welcoming space where students feel calm and engaged during small-group discussions and reading time. The headphones have given students the ability to concentrate more effectively during audio-based lessons, minimizing distractions and allowing them to learn at their own pace. Even the new pencil sharpener has made a big difference—helping us maintain a smoother daily routine and ensuring that students always have the tools they need to succeed.\r\nThank you for your kindness and generosity. You've helped make our classroom a place where every student can feel supported, confident, and capable of success.","fullyFundedDate":1753553181523,"projectUrl":"project/a-cozy-creative-and-energized-classroo/9485902/","projectTitle":"A Cozy, Creative, and Energized Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Daniels","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9120777_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721054727062","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9120777"},{"teacherId":7071970,"projectId":9588053,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom is now filled with new jigsaw puzzles that spark curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. My students are thrilled to explore the fresh variety of puzzles, which keep them challenged and engaged while learning through play. As they work together, they're building problem-solving skills, improving coordination, and strengthening teamwork and perseverance. Your kindness has brought renewed joy, focus, and confidence to our classroom—one puzzle piece at a time. We are truly grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1758057032078,"projectUrl":"project/puzzle-power-building-minds-piece-by-pi/9588053/","projectTitle":"Puzzle Power: Building Minds Piece by Piece!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pouns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7071970_orig.jpg?crop=1935,1935,x1545,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699045389183","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7071970"},{"teacherId":7071970,"projectId":9327846,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our students are now developing essential self-care skills that foster confidence, independence, and lifelong healthy habits. \r\n\r\nThe mirror, lotion, soap, sanitizer, wipes, and hair ties have become part of our daily hygiene routines, helping our students with special needs learn personal responsibility and self-respect. \r\n\r\nYour generosity has created a cleaner, more caring, and empowering learning environment where every student feels valued and capable. 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