{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Desert Pines High School","outOfStateSupporters":53.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9354734,"projectId":9064025,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our PE program has been energized with our new baseball equipment! From the moment my students walked into the gym and saw the bats, gloves, and bases laid out, their faces lit up with excitement. Many of them had never had the chance to play with proper gear before, and you could see their eagerness to get started.\r\n\r\nWe've already incorporated the equipment into a unit on baseball fundamentals, where students practice hitting, fielding, and teamwork skills. One memorable moment came when a student who had been hesitant to participate in sports connected with a pitch for the first time—his teammates erupted in cheers, and his confidence soared. These moments show the true power of giving students opportunities to succeed.\r\n\r\nRight now, we're working on small-sided games to help students apply their skills in a fun, competitive setting. The next step will be organizing a friendly \"class championship\" game where students rotate through positions and experience every part of the sport. Your donation didn't just provide equipment—it created memories, built teamwork, and inspired a love for the game that will continue long after this unit ends. We're deeply grateful for your impact on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1746786188509,"projectUrl":"project/swing-for-success-baseball-skills-fit/9064025/","projectTitle":"Swing for Success: Baseball Skills & Fitness","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Swartz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9354734_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699296405300","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9354734"},{"teacherId":9566543,"projectId":8449139,"letterContent":"Many of my students come a low income family and food is scarce. I would love to be able to provide my students with health snacks, so I know they've had something to eat to help fuel their learning and fill their hungry bellies. Your donations will be welcomed and appreciated not just by my students but by we as well. To see the smiles and to be able so share the joy of my students is a feeling when they have what they need is a feeling I cannot put into words. To be a part of that experience warm my heart and makes my soul happy. Teaching is what I was created to do. With you help this can be an another successful school year for us.","fullyFundedDate":1718211406653,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-students-with-snack-attacks/8449139/","projectTitle":"Empowering Students With Snack Attacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jimerson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9566543_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720795782003","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9566543"},{"teacherId":7788602,"projectId":8947659,"letterContent":"I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous donation of snacks to my classroom. Your thoughtful gift provided much-needed nourishment for my underprivileged students during their after-school rehearsals—and I want you to know that every single snack was eaten and appreciated down to the last bite!\r\n\r\nRehearsal time can be long and demanding, and many of my students come straight from a full day of classes without having eaten anything substantial since lunch. For some, these snacks were their only opportunity to refuel before heading home late in the evening. Your donation helped ensure they had the energy and focus to fully participate, create, and shine during our time together.\r\n\r\nBut the impact of your kindness goes far beyond just physical nourishment. The simple act of having a snack available made my students feel cared for, seen, and supported. That sense of security and dignity positively affects their mental and emotional well-being—something especially critical for young people navigating both academic and personal challenges.\r\n\r\nThe smiles on their faces, the renewed energy during our most intense rehearsals, and even the little moments of students helping each other choose their favorite treat—all of it came from your generosity. You reminded them that there are people in the world who believe in them, even if they've never met.\r\n\r\nThank you for being that kind of person. Your support means more than words can express—not just to me as their teacher, but to every student who walked away feeling a little more full, a little more focused, and a lot more valued.","fullyFundedDate":1733181194061,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-musicians-minds/8947659/","projectTitle":"Fueling Musician's Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kinsley-Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7788602_orig.jpg?crop=2730,2730,x0,y145&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1615488320470","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7788602"},{"teacherId":9798344,"projectId":9119179,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for funding my project. Most times the giver never gets to feel what the receiver does, when they get the most needed assistance! I hope that by way of this letter you can get a feel of what my students and I felt.\r\nPrior to this project, I had problems getting students to finish and submit their work because either their Chromebooks would die underway or they would never get started because they had no charger! Now I have 100% work turned in because that is a problem of the past, thanks to the chargers. \r\nI was able to reward the to students and motivate the struggling ones , thanks to the snacks you bought them.\r\nLastly my class has an uplift because of the classroom arranging items you help me buy. May you never lack for this act of kindness you showed to me and my students. You are the reason I am even more inspired to continue doing what I do. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1742823965550,"projectUrl":"project/chromebook-chargers-and-snacks-for-smoot/9119179/","projectTitle":"Chromebook Chargers and Snacks for Smooth Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mokaya","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9798344"},{"teacherId":9372050,"projectId":9074502,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating these food items to our students. It has been a great help with students who are in need of snacks to get by. The students who have seen the food items were super excited and super happy that they had a variety to choose from. They stop by every morning in my office to get a quick snack before they go to class. It has helped tremendously with their energy as they looked and feel more energized knowing they will have a quick bite in the morning before their classes start. It was especially helpful for our students during testing as these are difficult tests that take hours to do. During their short break, we were able to give them a quick snack to get them through. Your donations are much appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1742823937396,"projectUrl":"project/helping-feed-our-students/9074502/","projectTitle":"Helping Feed Our Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Aspengren","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9372050"},{"teacherId":9353729,"projectId":9053550,"letterContent":"I am excited to share with you how your generous support has made a big difference in our classroom. Thanks to your donations, we've been able to add snacks, water, marker sets, and chargers to our daily resources, greatly improving our learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe students were thrilled when they first saw the materials. Their excitement showed as they started using the new markers and chargers, tools that support their creativity and keep their devices powered up all day. Having snacks and water available has also made a big difference in keeping everyone energetic and focused throughout the day. It's been great to see students who used to be distracted by hunger now being able to stay engaged and contribute to class discussions.\r\n\r\nYour support has not only given us the tools we need for academic success but has also made learning a lot more fun and exciting. Thank you for being such an important part of our classroom's journey.","fullyFundedDate":1738785276906,"projectUrl":"project/chargers-and-snacks/9053550/","projectTitle":"Chargers and Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Barrios","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9353729_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699323308635","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9353729"},{"teacherId":9370237,"projectId":8439615,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation! The colored printer, laminating films, sticker paper, and presentation pens have had a tremendous impact on our math classroom. The colored printer helps us create vibrant visual aids, like charts and graphs, which make complex math concepts easier for students to understand. Laminated math flashcards and guides are durable and reusable, providing valuable study tools.\r\n\r\nThe sticker paper has been a fun way for students to create personalized math projects and rewards, while the presentation pens allow them to interactively present their solutions and explanations, boosting their confidence. One student who struggled with math has shown improvement by using color-coded charts and visual aids, while others have enjoyed creating custom math tools with the stickers. These resources are making math more engaging and accessible for all our students.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1726684644942,"projectUrl":"project/smart-classroom-for-dphs-math-wizards/8439615/","projectTitle":"\"Smart\" Classroom for DPHS Math Wizards","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kathleen Chavez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9370237"},{"teacherId":9809102,"projectId":8953373,"letterContent":"I am writing to express our heartfelt gratitude for the generous donation of Lego sets to our school. Your contribution has had a profound impact on our students, enriching their learning experiences and fostering skills that will benefit them for years to come. We are thrilled to share the positive changes that have occurred as a result of your support.\r\n\r\nLego's hands-on, creative approach to learning has enabled our students to engage in activities that challenge their critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork skills. Through building and constructing with Lego bricks, students have developed a deeper understanding of subjects such as engineering, mathematics, and even storytelling. The open-ended nature of the sets has sparked their curiosity, inspiring them to explore new ideas and experiment with different solutions.\r\n\r\nOne of the most notable outcomes has been the enhancement of collaboration and communication among our students. In group activities, students have worked together to build models, troubleshoot challenges, and share their ideas with each other. This cooperative environment has strengthened their interpersonal skills and encouraged them to respect diverse perspectives.\r\n\r\n We are incredibly grateful for your generosity and support, which has made a lasting difference in the lives of our students. Thank you for investing in their future and fostering a passion for learning that will stay with them for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1732036753902,"projectUrl":"project/lego-club-holiday-donations/8953373/","projectTitle":"LEGO Club Holiday Donations","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Diaz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9809102_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730608619513","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9809102"},{"teacherId":9809102,"projectId":8890878,"letterContent":"I am writing to express our heartfelt gratitude for the generous donation of Lego sets to our school. Your contribution has had a profound impact on our students, enriching their learning experiences and fostering skills that will benefit them for years to come. We are thrilled to share the positive changes that have occurred as a result of your support.\r\n\r\nLego's hands-on, creative approach to learning has enabled our students to engage in activities that challenge their critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork skills. Through building and constructing with Lego bricks, students have developed a deeper understanding of subjects such as engineering, mathematics, and even storytelling. The open-ended nature of the sets has sparked their curiosity, inspiring them to explore new ideas and experiment with different solutions.\r\n\r\nOne of the most notable outcomes has been the enhancement of collaboration and communication among our students. In group activities, students have worked together to build models, troubleshoot challenges, and share their ideas with each other. This cooperative environment has strengthened their interpersonal skills and encouraged them to respect diverse perspectives.\r\n\r\n We are incredibly grateful for your generosity and support, which has made a lasting difference in the lives of our students. 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