{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Shaw High School","outOfStateSupporters":42.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10396027,"projectId":10021987,"letterContent":"We sincerely thank our anonymous supporters for helping make Proyecto Manos a la Obra an incredible success at Shaw High School, and for supporting our Spanish club, Cultura Viva. As the school's first Spanish club, students were excited from the very beginning—eagerly opening packages, exploring materials, and actively participating in every cultural activity. The resources from Proyecto Manos a la Obra have transformed our classroom into a vibrant space filled with art, culture, creativity, and collaboration. During our Ojos de Dios activity, students selected vibrant thread colors to create personalized \"Eyes of God\" for themselves, friends, family members, and staff. The storage cart stocked with scissors and art supplies helped keep materials organized and accessible during hands-on sessions. Educational games and buzzers added excitement and friendly competition to club events, increasing student participation and engagement. Students especially enjoyed collaborating on the Frida Kahlo art installation, using colorful materials and tissue flowers to create artistic displays inspired by Hispanic culture. \r\n\r\nOur Cinco de Mayo celebration became one of the year's highlights, with decorations and themed backdrops transforming the room into a festive cultural environment where students proudly took photos and celebrated together. The keyring tokens and spicy Mexican candies were also a memorable part of the experience and helped create excitement and cultural appreciation among students. Through your generosity, Proyecto Manos a la Obra helped support Cultura Viva with an explosion of creativity, cultural awareness, and meaningful student engagement that made a lasting impact on our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1772124979754,"projectUrl":"project/proyecto-manos-a-la-obra-hands-on-learn/10021987/","projectTitle":"Proyecto Manos a La Obra: Hands-On Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Profesora Ferreira","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10396027_orig.jpg?crop=1540,1540,x0,y436&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769024043137","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10396027"},{"teacherId":10396191,"projectId":10032272,"letterContent":"Technology is helping my students learn by making lessons more interactive, engaging, and personalized. Students can practice skills at their own pace, receive immediate feedback, and use educational programs that make learning more meaningful. It also allows students to collaborate, conduct research, and strengthen their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Many of my students are more motivated to participate when technology is included in the lesson because it connects learning to the digital world they are already familiar with outside of school.","fullyFundedDate":1769117428482,"projectUrl":"project/rising-leaders-stronger-futures/10032272/","projectTitle":"Rising Leaders, Stronger Futures","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. A. Hall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10396191"},{"teacherId":4657438,"projectId":10047678,"letterContent":"This project has transformed the way my students engage with learning. While many of our donors are familiar with using technology at home, iPads serve as powerful tools for creativity, collaboration, and personalized instruction in the classroom. Students can access interactive lessons, educational apps, and real-time feedback that meet them at their individual learning levels. For example, struggling readers can listen to text while following along, while advanced learners can dive deeper into enrichment activities—all within the same lesson.\r\n\r\nI've also seen particular students truly shine with this technology—especially those who may have previously felt disconnected from traditional instruction. One student who struggled to participate in class discussions now eagerly shares ideas by recording short video responses. Another student with fine motor challenges has gained confidence by typing instead of writing, allowing their ideas to flow more freely. These moments highlight how the iPads are not just tools, but gateways to confidence, inclusion, and a love of learning for all students.","fullyFundedDate":1769181228222,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-learning-through-ipads/10047678/","projectTitle":"Empowering Learning Through iPads","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4657438"},{"teacherId":10413939,"projectId":10045710,"letterContent":"Thank you for allowing my students to have this on hand knowledge in class. It's a blessing that we were chosen to receive this I Pad. It makes one on one testing so much easier. My students get to work privately. There are students that need more time than others. I can put them on a separate lesson to catch them up with the other students and this helps me to stay on target with the lesson.\r\n My kids are so excited about having technology that's allow them to be mobile. Some students learn better on the move. I try to make each student as comfortable as possible while learning and taking the test. I need them to learn the lessons and not memorize it. Driving is very dangerous if the person behind the wheel is not fully trained and prepared. Again thank you so much!!!","fullyFundedDate":1769118024529,"projectUrl":"project/road-ready-teaching-teens-to-drive-safe/10045710/","projectTitle":"Road-Ready: Teaching Teens to Drive Safely","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lunford","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10413939"},{"teacherId":10170060,"projectId":9980626,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing the bean bags for my classroom. Your generosity has helped create a more relaxed and comfortable learning environment for my students. As a teacher at a small rural high school, I want my classroom to be a place where students feel safe, welcomed, and ready to learn. The bean bags have quickly become a favorite spot for students during independent reading, small group discussions, and reflection activities. Recently, during a lesson on goal setting and future planning, several students chose to sit in the bean bags while completing their vision boards and writing about their goals. I noticed that students who are normally quiet and reserved were more open, engaged, and willing to participate.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the bean bags, they were so excited. Many of them immediately smiled and asked if they could sit in them right away. They could not believe that someone cared enough to donate something just for them. Several students said the classroom felt \"calm,\" \"comfortable,\" and \"more like home.\" Since receiving the bean bags, students have been eager to come into the classroom and are more focused during activities because they are comfortable and relaxed.\r\n\r\nThe next step for our class is to continue using the bean bags during our current college and career readiness projects. Students are researching colleges, careers, and future plans, and they will use the bean bags as they work on their final portfolios, personal reflections, and presentations. Your support is helping my students learn in an environment that encourages confidence, creativity, and success. Thank you again for making such a positive difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1769751021602,"projectUrl":"project/you-belong-here/9980626/","projectTitle":"You Belong Here!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Phillips","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10170060"},{"teacherId":10410117,"projectId":10036093,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Economics classroom. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in how my students learn and engage with real-world concepts.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we received an iPad, a dry-erase board, and a classroom clicker. These resources have transformed our lessons into more interactive and engaging experiences. The iPad allows students to research current economic events, create presentations, and connect classroom concepts to real-life situations. The dry-erase board gives students a space to work through problems, collaborate, and visually explain their thinking. The clicker has made it easy to check for understanding in real time, allowing every student to participate and receive immediate feedback.\r\n\r\nMy students are now more confident when discussing topics like supply and demand, budgeting, and decision-making. They enjoy being actively involved in lessons rather than just listening, and these tools have helped me create a classroom environment that is engaging, supportive, and student-centered.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping them build the skills they need for the future. Your generosity is truly appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1768950139289,"projectUrl":"project/making-economics-world-history-interac/10036093/","projectTitle":"Making Economics & World History Interactive w/Technology & Hands-on Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Henry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10410117_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y116&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768583026222","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10410117"},{"teacherId":10396027,"projectId":9980727,"letterContent":"The Cultura Viva Project led to the creation of the first Spanish club at Shaw High School—Club Cultura Viva—and we are incredibly grateful to DonorsChoose for making this possible. Our club launched with great enthusiasm during our first session, \"Cultivando Conciencia Cultural (Encuentro Cultural)\"—Creating Cultural Consciousness. Students actively participated in discussions to plan future events, design the club logo (now proudly displayed on our classroom door), and establish our motto: \"Appreciating diversity through cultural awareness.\" We even celebrated a birthday in Spanish, singing \"Cumpleaños Feliz\" and sharing well-wishes in Spanish.\r\n\r\nDuring our second session, \"Tradición y Artesanía,\" students explored the cultural significance of Ojos de Dios (God's Eyes) and created their own artifacts. Upcoming sessions include Frida Kahlo (Canción y Arte), La Piñata (Canción y Arte), Gastronomía Hispana, and La Celebración del 5 de Mayo, culminating in a vibrant cultural showcase featuring music, poetry, dance, art, and food. The materials provided through DonorsChoose made a tremendous impact. Supplies such as markers, paper, and craft materials enabled students to create meaningful cultural artifacts and engage with printed song lyrics and poetry. Cleaning supplies helped maintain an organized and respectful learning environment during hands-on activities. Additionally, multimedia tools such as the iPad and clicker enhanced instruction by supporting interactive lessons, including lyric analysis, poetry annotation, and vocabulary games, while allowing for flexible, student-centered engagement throughout the classroom.\r\n\r\nThrough Cultura Viva, students experience language learning in dynamic ways by integrating art, music, poetry, and technology to build proficiency, cultural awareness, and creative confidence. These experiences encourage students to explore cultural similarities and differences, reflect on multiculturalism, and develop empathy and global awareness.\r\n\r\nWe at Shaw High School deeply appreciate the generosity of DonorsChoose. Your support has created meaningful opportunities for our students to connect language with culture in engaging and lasting ways. We hope our journey inspires others to promote cultural understanding and language learning in their communities.\r\n\r\n¡Gracias por apoyar el Proyecto Cultura Viva! Thank You, DonorsChoose, for Supporting Cultura Viva!","fullyFundedDate":1768855301234,"projectUrl":"project/cultura-viva-engaging-spanish-educatio/9980727/","projectTitle":"Cultura Viva: Engaging Spanish Education Through the Arts & Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Profesora Ferreira","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10396027_orig.jpg?crop=1540,1540,x0,y436&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769024043137","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10396027"},{"teacherId":4508463,"projectId":9980633,"letterContent":"Thank you again for making this project possible for my students. The addition of the iPad and new novels has made a meaningful difference in our English Language Arts classroom. Technology has helped my students engage with literature in ways that go beyond traditional reading. Using the iPad, students are able to annotate texts digitally, research background information about the novels we are reading, and draft and revise their essays more efficiently. It also allows students to create presentations and multimedia responses that help them better express their ideas and understanding of the texts.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting aspects for my students has been the ability to combine reading with technology. They enjoy using the iPad to explore vocabulary, look up unfamiliar references, and record their thoughts about characters and themes. The accessibility features have also been extremely helpful. Students who sometimes struggle with reading are able to use tools like text-to-speech, which builds their confidence and allows them to participate more actively in class discussions.\r\n\r\nI have also seen several students who were previously hesitant about reading become more engaged with our novels because of these new tools. The opportunity to interact with literature using technology has made the learning experience feel more relevant and exciting for them. Your support has helped create an environment where students feel motivated to read, think critically, and share their voices. Thank you for investing in their learning and helping make our classroom a place where all students can succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1768577173831,"projectUrl":"project/blending-literature-and-technology-to-am/9980633/","projectTitle":"Blending Literature and Technology to Amplify Student Voice","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jenkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4508463_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1498167500290","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4508463"},{"teacherId":3625565,"projectId":10015707,"letterContent":"We are incredibly thankful for the classroom resources that were donated to our class. Because of your generosity, my students will be able to use these materials for the remainder of the school year, and they have already made a positive difference in our classroom. We recently used the new supplies during a small-group activity where students worked together to complete a hands-on project. It was a special moment to see them excited, focused, and proud of their work while using materials that made the activity more engaging and enjoyable.\r\n\r\nFor the rest of the year, we will continue using these resources during our daily classroom activities, small-group work, and class projects. The next steps for my students include working on collaborative assignments that allow them to practice important skills while staying engaged and confident in their learning. Because of your kindness, we are able to finish the school year strong with materials that help create a positive and encouraging classroom environment. Thank you again for supporting our students and making such a meaningful impact on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768499577692,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials/10015707/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Curry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3625565_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731769060041","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/amelia-curry"},{"teacherId":3625565,"projectId":9930414,"letterContent":"My students and I used the new rewards during our 100th Day of School celebration, and it created such a special moment in our classroom. The students were very happy receiving the 100th day of school celebration items. We used the rewards as part of our celebration activities, and the students were excited to participate and enjoy the day together. One of my favorite moments was watching them smile, laugh, and proudly show their items to their classmates. The celebration felt even more meaningful because the students knew it was done just for them.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the rewards, their faces lit up with excitement. They were smiling, cheering, and asking if the items were really for them. Many of them said they were happy that someone appreciated them and wanted to show that they deserved a celebration. That moment meant so much to my class because it made them feel noticed, valued, and cared for. It turned the 100th Day of School into a memory they will not forget.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, we were able to give the students a joyful celebration that made them feel special and loved. Moments like this help build confidence and create a positive classroom environment where students feel happy to come to school. Your support allowed us to celebrate the 100th day in a way that showed the students they are appreciated, and that meant everything to them.","fullyFundedDate":1766674574906,"projectUrl":"project/100-days-brighter/9930414/","projectTitle":"100 Days Brighter!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Curry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3625565_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731769060041","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/amelia-curry"},{"teacherId":10414043,"projectId":10045826,"letterContent":"Providing my students with access to iPads and eReaders in the library will have a powerful and lasting impact on their learning experience. These tools open the door to a wide range of digital texts, allowing students to explore books that match their interests, reading levels, and learning styles. For many students, especially reluctant readers, having interactive and accessible technology can spark curiosity and increase motivation to read.\r\n\r\niPads support engagement through educational apps, audiobooks, and multimedia resources that make learning more dynamic and inclusive. eReaders, such as Kindle devices, allow students to adjust font size, use built-in dictionaries, and read comfortably at their own pace, which is especially helpful for struggling readers. Together, these tools promote independence, confidence, and a love of reading.\r\n\r\nBeyond literacy, students also build essential digital skills that prepare them for future academic and career success. Access to these devices helps bridge the digital divide, ensuring all students have opportunities to engage with modern learning tools.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students' futures. Your generosity is not just providing devices—it is opening doors to imagination, knowledge, and lifelong learning.","fullyFundedDate":1769125633103,"projectUrl":"project/more-reading-more-choice-ipad-and-kind/10045826/","projectTitle":"More Reading, More Choice: iPad and Kindle Paperwhite","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Whitley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10414043_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769020316379","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10414043"},{"teacherId":3625565,"projectId":9499479,"letterContent":"Receiving the new pom poms for our elementary cheer squad has already brought so much excitement to our students, even though our gym has been under construction and we have not yet been able to fully use them in our regular practice space. When the students first saw the pom poms, the room filled with cheers, wide smiles, and pure joy. Many of them have never had official cheer equipment before, so simply holding their own pom poms made them feel proud and part of something special. Even with limited space, we've introduced basic motions and chants in the classroom so students can begin building coordination and confidence while we eagerly await our return to the gym.\r\n\r\nOnce construction is complete, we plan to fully integrate the pom poms into our spring practices and upcoming school events. Our next steps include choreographing complete routines, refining timing and formations, and preparing for spring performances that showcase school spirit and teamwork. The students are especially excited about the opportunity to perform at spring assemblies and community events. 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