{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Cheyenne High School","outOfStateSupporters":54.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10401470,"projectId":10006377,"letterContent":"On behalf of our entire classroom, thank you for your thoughtful and impactful gift of a colored printer. Your generosity has already begun to transform the way our students learn and engage with their lessons.\r\n\r\nWith access to vibrant, high-quality materials, students can now experience lessons in a more interactive and visually meaningful way. From colorful diagrams and creative projects to engaging handouts, this resource helps bring ideas to life and supports different learning styles. It not only enhances understanding but also makes learning more memorable and exciting.\r\n\r\nYour support goes beyond providing equipment, you are helping spark curiosity, creativity, and a deeper love of learning in every student. We are truly grateful for your contribution and the difference it is making in our classroom each day.","fullyFundedDate":1768182018111,"projectUrl":"project/coloring-their-ideas-empowering-student/10006377/","projectTitle":"Coloring Their Ideas: Empowering Students Through Print","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Quimque","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10401470"},{"teacherId":3677205,"projectId":10001929,"letterContent":"I want to express my sincere thanks for your awesome donation to our classroom. Students have been using the stethoscopes, pulse oximeters, and blood pressure cuffs to get a real-world look at how the cardiovascular system actually works. It's one thing to read about the heart in a book, but it's much more meaningful for them to actually hear a heartbeat or see their oxygen levels change in real-time.\r\n\r\nCurrent and future students will be using this to examine why monitoring vital signs matters and how our heart rates react when we're exercising. More importantly, these tools are helping them understand that heart health isn't just a school topic—it's something that matters for the rest of their lives. Thank you for making this kind of learning possible for us!","fullyFundedDate":1768362339845,"projectUrl":"project/heart-healthy-high-school-student-tools/10001929/","projectTitle":"Heart-Healthy High School Student Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fassett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3677205"},{"teacherId":10414671,"projectId":10047457,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students and myself, thank you for the donation of white boards, markers, a color printer with scanner and protective equipment. Your support provides essential tools for an engaging environment. \r\n\r\nThe students have been using the boards for class discourse and even to play review games. They are a tool for collaboration, and ideas come to life visually. With the color printer, I've been able to present material in details throughout the classroom and use them as stations during lessons. The scanner is a great tool to present material into the screen when the documents are acquired from a hard copy. \r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and the future leaders of this community.","fullyFundedDate":1770676655235,"projectUrl":"project/safe-science-for-everyone/10047457/","projectTitle":"Safe Science for Everyone","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ruiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10414671"},{"teacherId":9398751,"projectId":10011976,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting the \"NextGen Creators: Club Media & Technology Project.\" Your generosity has given our students access to technology that transforms learning into a hands-on, creative experience. Instead of just using devices, students are now creating videos, designing digital content, and collaborating on real-world projects that build critical thinking and problem-solving skills. What excites them most is the ability to bring their own ideas to life, which has greatly increased engagement and confidence. We've seen even our quieter students step up discovering talents in areas like video editing and design, and proudly sharing their work with others. Your support is helping our students grow as confident, creative learners prepared for the future.","fullyFundedDate":1772138424517,"projectUrl":"project/nextgen-creators-club-media-technolo/10011976/","projectTitle":"“NextGen Creators: Club Media & Technology Project”","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Prasad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9398751"},{"teacherId":10402841,"projectId":10012755,"letterContent":"I want to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity in funding our project, \"Real World Applications of Math.\" Your support has fundamentally changed the energy and accessibility of my 9th-grade math classroom.\r\n\r\nThe arrival of the 3D printer has turned our classroom into a hub of curiosity. For many of my students, math has always felt like an abstract series of rules to follow on a worksheet. Now, they walk into the room and immediately check the printer to see what is being created.\r\n\r\nI have been using the printer to create physical manipulatives that allow my students to get hands-on with the concepts we are studying. I've also started printing small fidget toys to use as incentives for participation and growth. Seeing a student's face light up when they earn a print for mastering a difficult algebraic concept has been a highlight of my year. One student recently told me, \"I didn't realize math could actually make something cool that I can keep.\"\r\n\r\nWhile the 3D printer provides the \"wow\" factor, the set of calculators you provided has provided the \"how.\" In a 9th-grade classroom, the gap in foundational arithmetic can often be a barrier to higher-level critical thinking. Because of your gift, every single student now has a dedicated calculator on their desk every day.\r\n\r\nThis has been a game-changer for independent work and assessments. Previously, students would have to share or wait for a turn, which often led to frustration and disengagement. Now, they can move past the hurdle of basic calculations and focus on the logic and design of the math problems at hand. It has created a level playing field where every student, regardless of their background, has the tools they need to succeed on their tests and daily assignments.\r\n\r\nYour donation has done more than just provide \"stuff\"; it has provided proof to my students that their education is worth investing in. You have helped me bridge the gap between \"math as a requirement\" and \"math as a tool for creation.\"\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for helping me make our classroom a space where they can see their ideas come to life, layer by layer.","fullyFundedDate":1768411049919,"projectUrl":"project/real-world-applications-of-math/10012755/","projectTitle":"Real World Applications of Math","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Furniss","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10402841"},{"teacherId":10407722,"projectId":10031069,"letterContent":"I wanted to reach out and send a sincere thank you for the supplies you recently donated to my classroom. We call our program Project CARE, and your generosity has truly made our room a better place to learn.\r\n\r\nIt's been wonderful to see the immediate impact of your gift:\r\n\r\nThe Flexible Seating: This has been a total game-changer. For my students with Autism, being able to move or sit in a way that feels \"right\" for their bodies is so important for their focus. They've already claimed their favorite spots!\r\n\r\nThe Snacks & Popcorn: These are currently the biggest hits in our Token Economy. My students are working harder than ever to earn these rewards for positive behavior, and it makes my job as a teacher so much easier when I have motivators they actually get excited about.\r\n\r\nThe Glue Sticks & Supplies: It sounds simple, but we go through these so fast. Having a fresh stash means we can jump right into our daily projects without having to worry about running out.\r\n\r\nSupport from organizations like yours reminds us that our community really cares about what we're doing here. Thank you for thinking of us and for making our classroom a more comfortable, rewarding place for these kids to grow.\r\n\r\nBest regards,","fullyFundedDate":1768697065331,"projectUrl":"project/project-care/10031069/","projectTitle":"Project CARE","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Micu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10407722"},{"teacherId":8186926,"projectId":9992110,"letterContent":"Our project has had a meaningful impact on student learning by helping them better understand the importance of safety, personal health, and growth. While many donors may use technology at home, in our classroom it is being used as a tool for education and self-awareness. Students are learning how to responsibly track their own health data, including monitoring their weight and reflecting on healthy habits. This process helps them connect physical activity, nutrition, and overall wellness in a way that is both practical and meaningful.\r\n\r\nWhat has been most exciting for students is the ability to see their own progress over time. Using this technology, they can observe changes, set personal goals, and celebrate growth in a safe and supportive environment. Rather than focusing on comparison, the emphasis has been on individual improvement and understanding what it means to make healthy choices. This has encouraged students to become more health-conscious and take ownership of their well-being, which aligns with developing lifelong healthy habits.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who were previously less engaged in physical education have especially benefited from this experience. They have become more confident and motivated as they begin to see small successes and improvements. By creating a positive and inclusive environment, students feel safe to participate, learn, and grow without fear of judgment. Overall, this project has helped foster a culture of respect, responsibility, and personal growth, supporting both the physical and emotional development of all students.","fullyFundedDate":1768084205233,"projectUrl":"project/safety-and-growth/9992110/","projectTitle":"Safety and Growth","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Thomas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8186926"},{"teacherId":10402266,"projectId":10010125,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your charitable donation to our classroom. The addition of a class iPad has opened up so many possibilities in our math classroom, both during lecture and to make any notes accessible to students who were not present. \r\nMy students very much appreciate being able to look back after a lesson and see exactly the work I did. This is especially helpful for students who miss class when they are sick or on a field trip, as they can see in my hand writing and style the exact work I did. This means students don't fall behind after missing class.\r\nAnother great way we have been using this iPad is by allowing students to do work for the class while still looking at their notes. I have a few kids in class who are nervous to get in front to write their work on the board, but now they are able to have the iPad at their desk and can reference their own work while doing it for the class. This had made the classroom feel much more accessible to all students. I am also able to be in the back of the class while helping a student and still have access to the board and able to continue notes or write anything I need.\r\nThank you again for your generosity. Our classroom is very grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1768276815161,"projectUrl":"project/bring-back-hand-written-math-but-make-i/10010125/","projectTitle":"Bring Back Hand-Written Math (But Make it Digital)","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Griffin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10402266"},{"teacherId":8137667,"projectId":10041599,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your generous support!\r\nAs a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) working with children of all ages, many of whom are nonverbal or face significant challenges with communication and sensory processing, I see every day how much these amazing kids have to say and share. They just need the right tools to express their wants, needs, feelings, and ideas.\r\nThanks to your kindness, we will be able to provide interactive sensory toys such as bolts and puzzles, along with engaging repetitive books. The binding machine will allow us to create durable, interactive books that are far more robust than stapled sheets—perfect for encouraging prediction, participation, and joyful interaction during reading time.\r\nThese resources will help our students initiate requests, build social connections, regulate emotions during overwhelming moments, and participate more fully in learning. By giving them a voice and meaningful ways to interact, we're not only boosting their independence and confidence—we're unlocking future opportunities for growth and connection that will dramatically improve their quality of life.\r\nYour support means more than you know. We are truly grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1768838241076,"projectUrl":"project/communication-and-sensory-tools/10041599/","projectTitle":"Communication and Sensory Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Buchholz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8137667"},{"teacherId":9398751,"projectId":9635284,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Digital Horizons project. Because of you, my students now have access to technology that is transforming the way they learn, explore, and express their understanding. Many of our donors may be familiar with using technology at home, but in the classroom, these tools allow students to engage in hands-on, interactive learning that simply wasn't possible before. With the new devices, they can collaborate on digital projects, access real-time resources, practice essential skills, and receive personalized feedback helping each of them grow at their own pace.\r\n\r\nThe excitement in our classroom has been undeniable. Students race to start new interactive lessons, explore digital simulations, and create multimedia projects that showcase their creativity. For many, the most thrilling part is realizing that they now have access to the same kinds of tools used by professionals in fields like design, engineering, and media production. It has opened their eyes to future possibilities and made learning feel more relevant and empowering.\r\n\r\nWhat has been especially heartwarming is seeing how certain students who once struggled to engage are now thriving. One of my students, who is typically very quiet, has found his voice by creating digital presentations and sharing them with the class. 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About this school
Cheyenne High School is
an urban public school
in N. Las Vegas, Nevada that is part of Clark County School District.
It serves 1,822 students
in grades 9 - 12 with a student/teacher ratio of 20.5:1.
Its teachers have had 86 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
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83%
of students are Black, Latino, Native
American, or Asian
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Cheyenne High School
$59,218
raised using DonorsChoose
86
projects
funded
54
teachers
funded
81
donors
9
projects
for
basic supplies
15
projects for
technology
8
projects for
books
3
projects
for
art supplies
Cheyenne High School has received support from
37 individuals from Nevada and
44 individuals out-of-state.