{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Desert Oasis High School","outOfStateSupporters":41.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9375771,"projectId":9997507,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has transformed into a more creative, collaborative, and supportive space for learning. My students have already begun using the materials in meaningful ways--from creating one-pagers that visually represent their understanding of texts to engaging in structured debates that build their confidence and communication skills. One of my favorite moments so far was watching a group of students use the new supplies to design and present their ideas together; students who are usually quiet were actively participating, sharing, and leading.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate. They were eager to explore, create, and use tools that made learning feel more interactive and personal. Several students even commented on how the calming tools helped them focus and feel more comfortable in the classroom. It was clear right away that these resources weren't just extras, they were tools that helped students feel more confident, capable, and connected.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, students will continue using these resources to deepen their thinking and take ownership of their learning. We are currently building toward more student-led discussions, collaborative projects, and leadership opportunities that mirror real-world skills. Because of you, my students are not only engaging more deeply in their learning, but they are also growing as thinkers, communicators, and leaders.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this possible and for investing in my students' success!","fullyFundedDate":1768685096239,"projectUrl":"project/creating-calm-creative-and-connected-c/9997507/","projectTitle":"Creating Calm, Creative, and Connected Classrooms","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Saquido","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9375771_orig.jpg?crop=1960,1960,x42,y143&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700605922758","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9375771"},{"teacherId":2446027,"projectId":10023637,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my project, \"Crime Solving Through Critical Thinking and Collaboration.\" Your generosity made it possible to bring an engaging and meaningful learning experience to my AP Language and Composition students.\r\nWe implemented the activity over a two-day period, and it quickly became one of the most memorable experiences of the year. Students were fully invested as we turned the project into a friendly competition, which added excitement and motivation. More importantly, they worked collaboratively, relying on each other's ideas and perspectives to solve the challenge.\r\nThroughout the activity, students practiced essential skills for success in AP Language and Composition. They engaged in critical thinking, examined evidence carefully, and worked to establish clear lines of reasoning. Beyond the academic skills, they also recognized the importance of developing their voice—each student needed to actively participate, contribute ideas, and support their team's solutions to solve the crime.\r\nIt was incredibly rewarding to see students not only having fun but also growing as thinkers, communicators, and collaborators. This experience would not have been possible without your support.\r\nThank you again for investing in my students and helping to create such a fun, enriching, and impactful learning opportunity.","fullyFundedDate":1768661596696,"projectUrl":"project/crime-solving-through-critical-thinking/10023637/","projectTitle":"Crime Solving Through Critical Thinking and Collaboration","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Harding","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2446027"},{"teacherId":8184935,"projectId":10016424,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supplying the necessary tools that my AP Precalculus students will need to be successful on their AP test. Because of your generosity, I was able to make tool kits for each student that included pencils, erasers, pens, pencil sharpeners, stickers for motivation, an anxiety sticker to help them when they start to feel stressed and some peppermints to help them think for their 8 am test. By having this tool kit ready for them, they will have a great start to the day and to the test. We were also able to do a cool polar graph project where students used the shrinky dink paper and keychains to create a keepsake of what they learned in the year. \r\n Your continued generosity is greatly appreciated and helps our ideas come to life and makes learning math a little easier.","fullyFundedDate":1768689022831,"projectUrl":"project/inspiring-math-students-to-achieve-excel/10016424/","projectTitle":"Inspiring Math Students to Achieve Excellence using Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Strekow-Feldman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8184935"},{"teacherId":9348152,"projectId":7984338,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous contributions to our high school counseling department's Calm Room. Your support has created a meaningful space where students can pause, reset, and regain their focus during the school day.\r\n\r\nEvery day, students step into this room carrying stress, anxiety, or overwhelm—and they leave with a renewed sense of calm and readiness to return to their classrooms. Because of your kindness, they have a safe and welcoming environment that encourages emotional well-being, self-reflection, and resilience.\r\n\r\nThe impact of this space goes far beyond a single moment of rest. It helps students build lifelong coping skills, improves their ability to learn, and reminds them that their mental health matters. Your generosity has made this possible.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your commitment to supporting our students. Thank you for helping us create a school environment where every student has the opportunity to find their center and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1699424695962,"projectUrl":"project/tranquilu-nurturing-student-well-being/7984338/","projectTitle":"TranquilU: Nurturing Student Well-Being and Resilience","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Magdos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9348152"},{"teacherId":9348107,"projectId":9993784,"letterContent":"The Social Emotional Wellness Grant has had a meaningful impact on our high school students by creating a dedicated calm space where they can decompress, regulate emotions, and refocus during the school day. This supportive environment has helped reduce stress and anxiety, allowing students to return to class more prepared to engage in learning. As a result, we have seen improvements in student behavior, emotional awareness, and overall well-being, contributing to a more positive and productive school climate.","fullyFundedDate":1768176526867,"projectUrl":"project/socialemotional-wellness/9993784/","projectTitle":"Social/Emotional Wellness","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nimmo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9348107"},{"teacherId":8161168,"projectId":10046968,"letterContent":"I'm grateful for your generosity, which energized our classroom. When the cabinets sets arrived, my students immediately displayed their work. The class was awestruck; we held a 'gallery walk\" to explore the models, and they eagerly asked when they could start building. For special education students, especially with autism and learning disabilities, these bricks offer a vital tactile outlet. The structured nature of LEGOs helps improve fine motor skills and spatial awareness in a playful way.\r\nThese resources transformed our students' teamwork and social-emotional growth. During class and after school, students collaborated to assemble Lego sets, leading to a social breakthrough: a student with social anxiety became' lead architect, ' confidently directing peers. The project bridged math as students visualized area and perimeter with bricks and translated 3D models into drawings.\r\nLooking ahead, we're excited to inquire about an after-school LEGO club where students can hone their engineering skills and collaborate with the robotics team. Your contribution wasn't just a display for toys; it gave students a platform to communicate, calculate, and boost self-esteem. Thank you for empowering them to succeed and dream big.","fullyFundedDate":1769134656612,"projectUrl":"project/blocks-to-breakthroughs-a-lego-gallery/10046968/","projectTitle":"Blocks to Breakthroughs: A LEGO Gallery","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. DeWitt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8161168"},{"teacherId":9051964,"projectId":10024728,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for believing in my students and me. I am writing to express my gratitude for your cherished generosity. Your support has provided my students with a vibrant, motivational, organized, and healthier environment, where they can thrive. It is donors like you who bridge the gap between \"making do\" and \"making magic\" in the classroom.\r\n\r\nHow Your Gifts Are Making a Difference:\r\n-- The Inspiration from Reading: The new copies of \"Make Your Bed\" by William McRaven have already inspired students and made them think about personal responsibility. That's a gift that keeps on giving.\r\n-- Visual Learning: The flip chart and colorful markers have helped the students create engaging anchor charts and helped my visual learners grasp complex concepts much faster.\r\n-- Creativity & Organization: The colored copy paper adds a pop of excitement to our routines and helps us stay organized with color-coded assignments. Thank you for the pens because sometimes my students lack basic tools.\r\n-- A Healthier Space: In a busy classroom, the wipes and Lysol are absolute essentials. They allow us to maintain a clean space with fewer germs.\r\n\r\nBy investing in these supplies, you aren't just buying paper and pens; you are investing in the dignity and potential of every student who walks through my door. You have shown them that their education matters.\r\n\r\nThank you for being a champion for my students and for making our classroom a better place to learn and grow.\r\n\r\nNatalie Burt, Desert Oasis High School (English 9)","fullyFundedDate":1768671752521,"projectUrl":"project/create-it-share-it/10024728/","projectTitle":"Create it! Share it!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Burt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9051964"},{"teacherId":9357732,"projectId":10024320,"letterContent":"Our classroom has been so energized by the new resources, and they've already made a meaningful impact on student engagement and learning. One moment that really stood out was during a functional reading and math activity where students practiced identifying items and using dollar bills to \"purchase\" them in a mock classroom store. With the new materials, students were able to physically interact with visuals, adapted texts, and hands-on tools that supported their understanding in a way that felt natural and exciting. Watching students who typically need more support independently match items, identify prices, or attempt simple addition was a powerful reminder of how the right resources can open doors.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their reactions were immediate and genuine—big smiles, curiosity, and lots of excitement. Many of them were eager to touch and explore everything right away. For some students with moderate-to-severe disabilities, new materials can sometimes feel overwhelming, but these resources were accessible and engaging, which helped them quickly feel comfortable and ready to learn. It created an environment where students felt confident trying new skills, and that sense of ownership over their learning has been incredible to witness.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we're building on this momentum by continuing to incorporate these resources into daily instruction, especially through structured, real-life learning experiences. Our next steps include expanding our classroom store into more complex scenarios, such as making choices, practicing communication, and generalizing skills during community-based instruction. We are also continuing to focus on literacy by encouraging students to engage with adapted texts, build sentences, and connect reading to everyday tasks. These materials are helping us create meaningful, functional learning opportunities that support independence and help our students truly flourish.","fullyFundedDate":1768667396714,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-will-help-the-brain/10024320/","projectTitle":"Snacks Will Help the Brain","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":8145256,"projectId":10019466,"letterContent":"I wanted to extend my sincerest gratitude for the generous donation of school supplies to our classroom. The impact was immediate and visible; the physical environment has been transformed from a space of \"making do\" to a vibrant, fully-equipped hub for discovery. Having the right tools on hand has significantly lowered student stress and leveled the playing field, ensuring that every child can dive into lessons without the worry of missing essentials. It is remarkable how a simple delivery of notebooks, pens, and organizational bins can breathe fresh energy and professionalism into our daily workspace.\r\n\r\nBeyond the physical changes, these resources have sparked a profound shift in student behavior and mindset. With their new materials, the students have become much more organized, taking pride in maintaining their individual supplies and keeping their desks and classroom supplies orderly. This sense of structure has led to a newfound level of ownership over their learning; they no longer wait for direction to find a pencil or paper, but instead proactively engage with their assignments with confidence. Your support hasn't just provided \"stuff\"—it has empowered my students to see themselves as capable, prepared scholars who are ready to take charge of their own academic journeys.","fullyFundedDate":1768652777769,"projectUrl":"project/the-empowerment-environment-project/10019466/","projectTitle":"The Empowerment Environment Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nowak","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8145256"},{"teacherId":10404725,"projectId":10023235,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom. These materials have made a real difference for my students. The Chromebook has helped students who don't have Chromebooks stay involved in our lessons, especially during online activities and simulations.\r\n\r\nThe whiteboards have honestly been the biggest hit. Students love using them to share their ideas without worrying about being wrong. I've seen quieter students participate more because they can show their thinking in a low-pressure way. It's helped build confidence and made our discussions more meaningful.\r\n\r\nThe rest of the supplies have also helped keep our classroom organized and running smoothly. Because of you, my students are more engaged, more confident, and more willing to take risks in their learning. I truly appreciate your support.","fullyFundedDate":1768945897501,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-sense-making-tools-for-openscie/10023235/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Sense-Making Tools for OpenSciEd Biology Classrooms","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Azzam","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10404725"},{"teacherId":9349432,"projectId":9999181,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting this project. It has made a big impact in student learning. I am all ready seeing measurable improvements in my students. Areas of student development and improvement include note reading, right hand techniques, left hand techniques, and ensemble playing. \r\n\r\nWhat is really nice about this project is that i will be able to use these method books again next year. I have already made plans for how we will use the book and the repertory in it with my future students. \r\n\r\nI wish I had this course material sooner.","fullyFundedDate":1768161317157,"projectUrl":"project/guitar-method-book/9999181/","projectTitle":"Guitar Method Book","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Koenig","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9349432"},{"teacherId":9582152,"projectId":10009977,"letterContent":"Our classroom has been transformed thanks to your generosity. The markers, colored pens, highlighters, paper, binders, pencils, modeling clay, and collaboration tools have become daily essentials that keep our learning environment running smoothly and creatively. One of the most memorable moments came during a recent business‑branding project: students used the modeling clay to prototype product ideas, then used the new expo markers to map out marketing strategies on our whiteboards. The room buzzed with energy as students moved between sketching, building, and presenting in a way that wouldn't have been possible without these materials.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our current project, designing monthly subscription boxes, has taken on a whole new level of creativity and professionalism. Students are using the markers to design detailed target‑market personas, sketch sample box layouts, and create brand‑consistent visuals. The modeling clay has become a favorite tool for building product prototypes that will go inside their boxes, and the binders are helping them keep every component of this multi‑week project organized and accessible. Your contribution didn't just provide materials, it empowered students to think like real entrepreneurs, collaborate confidently, and bring their subscription‑box ideas to life. Thank you for giving them the tools to dream bigger and create boldly.","fullyFundedDate":1768519483702,"projectUrl":"project/a-successful-classroom/10009977/","projectTitle":"A Successful Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9582152_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y245&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719953786459","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9582152"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_96320","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":3289,"numTeachers":113,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":16,"percentBlack":13,"percentWhite":24,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":29,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"29.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":58.8,"schoolId":96320,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Desert Oasis High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Desert Oasis High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/desert-oasis-high-school/96320"}