{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Desert Oasis High School","outOfStateSupporters":38.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9548393,"projectId":10586841,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for your generosity. Many students struggle with being engaged in history class; however with the materials that I was provided as a result of your generous donation, they are able to participate in interactive activities such as map creation and analyzing patterns of human migration. \r\n\r\nAlso, the poster paper may seem insignificant but my students love a good project! It gives them a chance to interact with their peers in a collaborative environment. This is important for the future as are working hard towards building collaborative citizens that excel in challenging dialogue. \r\n\r\nYour contributions make a positive impact!","fullyFundedDate":1788664607449,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-engagement-for-all/10586841/","projectTitle":"Classroom Engagement for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9548393"},{"teacherId":10400257,"projectId":10573101,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations of microphones to my classroom. My school added Music Technology as a new program at my school this year. As part of the curriculum students are expected to record sounds/music/voices for use in projects.\r\n\r\nYour donation of microphones will enable my students to record their own original music, thoughts and ideas for use in their projects. I am excited for these to also get to create collaboratively with their classmates on podcasts. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for this donation and all that you are doing for students in our state.","fullyFundedDate":1788491605525,"projectUrl":"project/making-music-in-the-classroom/10573101/","projectTitle":"Making Music in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Koperski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10400257"},{"teacherId":10570153,"projectId":10571888,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in funding our project, \"Whiteboards and Classroom Set of Books.\" Having a class set of Of Mice and Men alongside mini whiteboards has completely transformed our daily reading routine. Reading in our classroom is an active, collaborative experience where students dive deep into characters, themes, and historical contexts. With these new copies, every single student can follow along in real time, annotate text using sticky notes, and engage with John Steinbeck's powerful story without having to share or miss out on key passages.\r\n\r\nThe individual whiteboards have been a game-changer for checked-for-understanding and active engagement during reading discussions. Rather than just calling on a few raised hands, I can ask students to sketch dynamic character maps, define vocabulary words in context, or respond to quick analytical prompts—and instantly see everyone's thoughts held up high. Students who are usually quiet or hesitant to speak out in class love using the whiteboards to share their answers first, which gives them the confidence to join in group discussions afterward.\r\n\r\nSeeing the excitement in the room as students hold their own book in one hand and a whiteboard marker in the other has been incredibly rewarding. They are developing critical reading skills, learning how to back up their claims with textual evidence, and building an appreciation for literature together. Your support has made a direct, lasting impact on their daily learning, and we are so grateful for your kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1788481408829,"projectUrl":"project/whiteboards-and-classroom-set-of-books/10571888/","projectTitle":"Whiteboards and Classroom Set of Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lafferty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10570153_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1787180317391","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kellie-lafferty"},{"teacherId":8185130,"projectId":10571676,"letterContent":"This project will have a meaningful impact on my students by providing them with the everyday classroom supplies they need to learn, participate, and feel prepared. Having access to paper, pencils, and whiteboard markers will allow students to complete assignments, share their thinking, and actively participate in lessons without worrying about whether they have the materials they need.\r\n\r\nThe lab materials will also give my students more opportunities to learn through hands-on experiences. Instead of only reading about scientific concepts, they will be able to explore, experiment, and see what they are learning in action. These experiences can make learning more engaging and help students build confidence, curiosity, and problem-solving skills.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, this project will help create a classroom where my students have the resources they need to be successful. When students have the right tools and opportunities to learn, they can focus their energy on discovering new ideas, asking questions, and growing as learners.","fullyFundedDate":1789590669476,"projectUrl":"project/school-supplies-for-students/10571676/","projectTitle":"School Supplies for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. M","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8185130"},{"teacherId":10433999,"projectId":10160838,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donations!\r\nAs we are already more halfway through the first quarter, with the posters and books you helped us get, our computer lab looks more like a Computer Science Classroom and less like a barren room. \r\n\r\nThe students are able to be reminded of some of the key concepts behind computer science just by looking at the walls.\r\n\r\nAs we get deeper into the content, I now have more resources in these books that I can utilize to help students who are struggling with the curriculum content made available to them from CodeHs.","fullyFundedDate":1783964177851,"projectUrl":"project/4-year-computer-science-program/10160838/","projectTitle":"4 Year Computer Science Program","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Bush","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10433999"},{"teacherId":9397380,"projectId":10585355,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! Because of your support, our science classroom is better equipped, organized, and ready for hands-on learning every single day.\r\n\r\nHere is a glimpse of how your contributions are making a direct impact on my students:\r\n\r\nThree color copy paper: color coding is a game changer for scaffolding, complex, physics, and science concepts. Using different colors for reference guides, lab, instructions, and review materials helps students visually organize information, track, key variables, and quickly find what they need in their notebooks.\r\n\r\nToothpicks: these will be put to use in an upcoming hands-on engineering and modeling lab! Having these consumable supplies on hand allows students to test structural principles, collaborate, and apply scientific concepts in a tangible way.\r\n\r\nRags and bottle brushes: hands-on science gets messy! Having a reliable supply of 100 reusable rags and bottle brushes means my students can take ownership of keeping our glassware in lab station, spotless, safe, and ready for the next class period.\r\n\r\nLab Coat: Wearing a proper lab coat, not only reinforces safety protocols during demonstrations, but it also helps set a professional, authentic tone that inspires my students to view themselves as real working scientist.\r\n\r\nYour generosity provides more than just physical materials – it shows my students that there is a community of people who care about their education and believe in their success. Thank you again for making our classroom a safer, more organized, and engaging place to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1788986343316,"projectUrl":"project/paper-and-pencils-for-the-lab-science-cl/10585355/","projectTitle":"Paper and Pencils for the Lab Science Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Sheppard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9397380_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1788983550873","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9397380"},{"teacherId":8162736,"projectId":10567949,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the supplies. Since receiving my Chromebook and spare chargers, it has reduced the stress on my students. But also, something I don't think of before, it helped reduce time away from class. Prior, I would have to sent a student to the tech office for a spare. And depending on how busy they were, sometimes it will take 5 - 15 min of precious class time. With these back up items, I can eliminate that. I don't have to send them out at all as I have it right there in my classroom! So that has been a great help. And I truely appreciate the time it saves so I can help them","fullyFundedDate":1788475162266,"projectUrl":"project/solve-for-success-test-day-tools-that-a/10567949/","projectTitle":"Solve for Success: Test Day Tools That Add Up!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. DiNenna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8162736"},{"teacherId":9357732,"projectId":9859963,"letterContent":"The new table setup has completely transformed our classroom from isolated workspaces into active, collaborative project hubs. During a recent group assignment, students sat face-to-face, shared materials, and brainstormed ideas together. Watching them talk through challenges, delegate tasks, and encourage one another highlighted just how vital a shared physical space is for building authentic peer relationships and strong teamwork.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first walked in and saw the new layout, their faces lit up with excitement. They immediately gravitated toward the group tables, thrilled to work alongside their classmates rather than sitting in traditional, isolated rows. The classroom energy shifted instantly—they felt valued, comfortable, and genuinely eager to start learning together.\r\n\r\nWith our group dynamic actively thriving, our next step is to add one final table to complete our classroom layout so every single student has a dedicated spot in a collaborative team. As we dive into our upcoming hands-on projects, these partnerships will be essential. This setup creates a supportive environment that builds well-adjusted, confident learners both now and in the future.","fullyFundedDate":1772080117912,"projectUrl":"project/friendship-tables-more/9859963/","projectTitle":"Friendship Tables More","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Campbell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9357732_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761612580315","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9357732"},{"teacherId":9357732,"projectId":10163066,"letterContent":"These new materials have quickly become the heart of our classroom's social-emotional and skill-building centers as we kick off the new school year. Every afternoon, students gather around games like Chutes & Ladders and Don't Spill the Beans to practice active listening, turn-taking, and cooperative problem-solving. During a recent small-group rotation, one of my students began feeling frustrated when a game turn didn't go as planned. Instead of shutting down, they walked over to our calm-down space, held the Breathing Pal PLUS, and followed its rhythmic, soothing cues to reset their focus. Within just two minutes, they re-joined the group with a smile, ready to try again. Seeing them independently combine emotional self-regulation with interactive play highlights just how powerful these tools are for building true confidence.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the brightly colored game boxes and the soft Breathing Pal PLUS Pair waiting on our meeting rug, the room erupted with pure delight. Their eyes widened as they gasped and pointed, instantly asking if they were really going to play games as part of their daily learning. The Breathing Pal was an immediate favorite—students gently took turns holding it, completely fascinated by its calming breathing movement. That initial burst of excitement transformed our classroom dynamic overnight, sending a clear message to my students that our room is a safe, joyful, and supportive space built just for them.\r\n\r\nWith these foundational social and self-regulation skills now anchored in our daily routine, our next step is applying this teamwork to our core academic projects. As we launch our upcoming collaborative reading and STEM challenges, my students are using the communication habits they honed during game play to brainstorm ideas, compromise, and solve problems in learning pairs. Having these physical tools gives them the emotional foundation to take academic risks, tackle hard tasks, and support one another every single day. Thank you for giving my bright students the fresh, engaging start to the school year that they truly deserve!","fullyFundedDate":1784668293300,"projectUrl":"project/oh-snap-games/10163066/","projectTitle":"Oh Snap Games!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Campbell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9357732_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761612580315","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9357732"},{"teacherId":9357732,"projectId":10162991,"letterContent":"Having these nutritious food resources directly in our classroom has completely transformed our daily learning environment. Instead of losing focus to fatigue during our intense morning blocks, my students now have the fuel they need to stay sharp, energized, and deeply engaged. Just the other day during a challenging group activity, one of my students was visibly struggling to concentrate and feeling overwhelmed. After pausing to grab a healthy snack from our classroom station, his energy instantly shifted—he re-engaged with his team, took the lead on building their assignment model, and proudly shared his ideas with the rest of the class.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the fully stocked food supply, their eyes lit up with pure joy and surprise. Beyond the immediate excitement, there was a visible sense of relief and comfort in knowing that their basic needs were recognized and met without hesitation. They smiled, gasped, and immediately asked how we got all of these wonderful items. Learning that caring supporters like you sent these gifts specifically for them gave my students a huge boost of self-esteem, making them feel truly valued and nurtured within our school community.\r\n\r\nWith their physical well-being supported and their minds fully energized, my students are now ready to tackle our biggest academic goals yet. We are currently diving into an ambitious cross-curricular research project where students collaborate to solve real-world problems and present their findings. Thanks to your generosity, my bright, resilient students can show up every single day focused on taking academic risks, building lasting confidence, and reaching their fullest potential without hunger standing in their way.","fullyFundedDate":1778280127845,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-harder/10162991/","projectTitle":"Snacks Harder","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Campbell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9357732_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761612580315","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9357732"},{"teacherId":9357732,"projectId":10121272,"letterContent":"The new table setup has completely transformed our classroom from isolated workspaces into active, collaborative project hubs. During a recent group assignment, students sat face-to-face, shared materials, and brainstormed ideas together. Watching them talk through challenges, delegate tasks, and encourage one another highlighted just how vital a shared physical space is for building authentic peer relationships and strong teamwork.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first walked in and saw the new layout, their faces lit up with excitement. They immediately gravitated toward the group tables, thrilled to work alongside their classmates rather than sitting in traditional, isolated rows. The classroom energy shifted instantly; they felt valued, comfortable, and genuinely eager to start learning together.\r\n\r\nWith our group dynamic actively thriving, our next step is to add one final table to complete our classroom layout so every single student has a dedicated spot in a collaborative team. As we dive into our upcoming hands-on projects, these partnerships will be essential. This setup creates a supportive environment that builds well-adjusted, confident learners both now and in the future.","fullyFundedDate":1775048203083,"projectUrl":"project/friendship-tables/10121272/","projectTitle":"Friendship Tables","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Campbell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9357732_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761612580315","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9357732"},{"teacherId":8230761,"projectId":10023559,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my history classroom! Because of your kind donations, my students now have access to a color printer, essential Chromebook chargers, and lamination sheets.\r\n\r\nIn a history class, visual context makes all the difference. Having a reliable color printer allows me to bring historical source materials to life, from vivid primary source documents and high-resolution historical maps to infographics and student-created visual projects. The lamination sheets ensure that these frequently handled reference guides, timeline cards, and station activities stay durable and reusable for years to come.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, keeping our tech powered up with the dedicated Chromebook chargers ensures that learning never gets interrupted when students are diving into digital research or interactive historical modules.\r\n\r\nYour generosity directly enhances my students' daily learning experience and helps make history engaging, accessible, and interactive. 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