{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Durango High School","outOfStateSupporters":48.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5495255,"projectId":10001590,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of my DonorsChoose project, \"A Printer for a Virtual Classroom.\" Because of your kindness, my students now have access to a critical tool that bridges the gap between traditional classroom materials and our virtual learning environment.\r\n\r\nIn our STAR-On program, students attend school remotely while still being expected to complete the same rigorous assignments as their peers on campus. Before this project was funded, one of our biggest challenges was simply getting those materials into students' hands in a timely and accessible way. Your donation has completely changed that.\r\n\r\nWith this new printer, I am now able to quickly scan and digitize worksheets, assignments, and instructional materials provided by teachers. These documents can be converted into PDF format and emailed directly to students while they are actively participating in our virtual classroom. This means students no longer fall behind waiting for materials—they can access their work immediately, stay engaged during class time, and complete assignments alongside their peers.\r\n\r\nThis resource has also increased student accountability and independence. Students are better able to manage their workload, submit completed assignments, and take ownership of their learning. It has helped create a smoother, more efficient workflow that mirrors a traditional classroom experience, even from a distance.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your support has removed a barrier. You've made it possible for students—many of whom are already facing challenges—to stay connected to their education, remain productive during the school day, and continue making academic progress.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is making a real, daily impact in the lives of my students. Thank you for believing in them and for helping create opportunities for success in a virtual setting.","fullyFundedDate":1768169017164,"projectUrl":"project/a-printer-for-a-virtual-classroom/10001590/","projectTitle":"A Printer for a Virtual Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Harber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5495255_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x270,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699992767546","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5495255"},{"teacherId":9347413,"projectId":9991324,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, From Code to Creation: 3D Printing in Cybersecurity. Your generosity has given my students the chance to experience technology in a hands-on, meaningful way that goes far beyond what they can learn from a textbook alone. In our classroom, 3D printing helps students connect digital design, problem-solving, and cybersecurity concepts in a real-world format. Instead of only talking about how technology works, students now get to create, test, and improve actual projects of their own. This has made learning more engaging, more interactive, and much more memorable for them.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students the most is seeing their ideas come to life. There is something powerful about designing an object on a computer and then watching it become real layer by layer on the printer. That process has sparked a lot of curiosity, creativity, and motivation in the classroom. Students who may not always speak up during regular instruction have become more involved when working with this technology. Some have taken a special interest in designing models, troubleshooting print issues, and thinking critically about how digital tools can be used to solve problems. It has been especially rewarding to watch students build confidence as they realize they are capable of creating something original and useful.\r\n\r\nYour donation has opened the door to deeper learning and has helped make technology education more exciting for my students. You are not just providing equipment, but you are also giving students the opportunity to explore, create, and develop skills that can shape their futures. Thank you again for believing in my classroom and for making a real difference in the lives of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1769541336894,"projectUrl":"project/from-code-to-creation-3d-printing-in-cy/9991324/","projectTitle":"From Code to Creation: 3D Printing in Cybersecurity","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Licanj","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9347413_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y610&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723962073377","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9347413"},{"teacherId":8151951,"projectId":10010249,"letterContent":"By having access to books that highlight diverse voices and stories of social issues , my students develop empathy, critical thinking, and a stronger sense of civic awareness in the world around us. They are delving into characters that are relatable to topics that they can associate with.\r\n\r\nReading about movements for equality encourages my students to ask thoughtful questions that relate to diversity. They can reflect on their own beliefs as well as beliefs of their peers. In addition, my students discuss ideas about fairness and its multi - faceted components. Ultimately, they can self assess their possible contributions to the community. Literature makes reading meaningful and empowering. It allows them to see that books can be a powerful tool for understanding the past and inspiring changes in our neighborhoods, communities, country, and the future.","fullyFundedDate":1768275046245,"projectUrl":"project/voices-on-the-page-change-in-the-world/10010249/","projectTitle":"Voices on the Page, Change in the World","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lu-Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8151951"},{"teacherId":8499811,"projectId":9998677,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating supplies to my students! We have already started using the colored pencils and markers for our projects between each act of Romeo and Juliet. The students are so grateful to have plenty of supplies, and are taking such good care of them for future students to use as well. \r\nI am excited to use the yarn and hole punchers next year! My students have annotation bookmarks for guides on how they can mark up their texts, but they frequently fall out of their workbooks. Next year, the students will be hole-punching the back of their workbooks and tying their bookmarks to them! This way, they can maintain their resources and be more successful!","fullyFundedDate":1768155385173,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-that-support-creativity-care/9998677/","projectTitle":"Supplies That Support Creativity, Care, and Student Ownership","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Emery","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8499811_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1672438401263","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8499811"},{"teacherId":8499811,"projectId":9912896,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating books to my classroom. My students read twice a week in class, and any time they finish assignments early. If they complete a novel, they get extra credit! My students love getting to select their own novels to read. These new texts that were generously donated have been flying off the shelves. Students learn so much more when they can connect with a text. This is why culturally relevant texts are so important to have accessible to students. The texts that were donated are mostly from Middle Eastern and Black authors to represent those cultures within my classroom. While these novels allow those students to see a mirror of themselves in a text, they also allow other students a window into other ways of being.","fullyFundedDate":1764718699035,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-library-that-reflects-every-c/9912896/","projectTitle":"Building a Library That Reflects Every Culture","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Emery","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8499811_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1672438401263","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8499811"},{"teacherId":7535153,"projectId":9998804,"letterContent":"Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! \r\n\r\nMy journalism students were so excited to be able to plan out our publication in a way that was organized and easy to follow. Each section editor got to pick their own color for our calendar giving them ownership and making it easy to see who is responsible for what. They were even more thrilled to have a working camera thanks to the SD card and rechargeable battery that was provided. I gave them press passes and they got to take our camera out and shoot some of the amazing work that our Student Council did in decorating the hallways \"like real journalists\" they said. We plan to continue this momentum and hope to publish our first online edition in the next couple of weeks. \r\n\r\nAs you can imagine the snacks are a hit. Students who don't have time breakfast or forget a lunch know they can come by and grab something, no questions asked. The variety of snacks means there is something for everyone and the size is substantive enough to hold them over for a little while. \r\n\r\nPens, pencils, and post its. It's hard succeeding in an English classroom without those. Especially since I try to do most work with pencil and paper, limiting the amount of time students spend on their chrome book. These supplies make sure everyone has what they need and can focus. \r\n\r\nThank you again.","fullyFundedDate":1768502752078,"projectUrl":"project/budding-journalists-and-hungry-students/9998804/","projectTitle":"Budding Journalists and Hungry Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7535153_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722973189178","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7535153"},{"teacherId":3465524,"projectId":7990950,"letterContent":"Thank you! Your donations have made a significant impact on learning! The students truly enjoyed the solar cars, and I plan on purchasing more since they have been such a big hit in the classroom. Their excitement and curiosity have grown with every activity. I have also been able to reuse supplies such as the Nuclear Kit and Soil Lab, which has allowed us to extend our lessons even further. This will be my third time reusing the materials, and they continue to spark meaningful discussions and hands-on exploration. Your support has made all of this possible, and I am incredibly grateful for the continued opportunities you help create for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1699930516213,"projectUrl":"project/ap-environmental-hands-on-activitieslab/7990950/","projectTitle":"AP Environmental Hands-on Activities/Labs","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Andrus","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3465524"},{"teacherId":10401272,"projectId":10005358,"letterContent":"Our students use technology every day outside of school, but having access to it in the classroom has made a huge difference in how they learn. Instead of just reading or listening, students are able to interact with content, explore ideas more deeply, and learn in ways that match how they naturally engage with the world. The technology allows me to incorporate visuals, videos, and interactive activities that help students better understand complex topics, especially in history where seeing and analyzing sources really matters. It also helps students stay more focused and motivated because learning feels more relevant and engaging.\r\n\r\nWhat has been most exciting for students is how interactive everything has become. They love being able to participate in activities like digital simulations, primary source analysis, and collaborative work where they can share ideas in real time. It's not just passive learning anymore—they feel like they're part of the lesson. Many students have also enjoyed having more independence in their learning, whether that's working at their own pace or exploring topics that interest them more deeply.\r\n\r\nI've especially noticed that some of my quieter students and those who sometimes struggle with traditional instruction have really connected with this technology. Students who might not normally speak up in class are more willing to participate through digital platforms, which has helped build their confidence. Visual learners, in particular, have benefited because they can actually see and interact with what they're learning instead of just hearing about it. Overall, this technology has helped create a more inclusive classroom where more students feel successful and engaged.","fullyFundedDate":1768179595054,"projectUrl":"project/research-with-rewards/10005358/","projectTitle":"Research with Rewards!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Cook","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10401272"},{"teacherId":7535153,"projectId":9144649,"letterContent":"Thank you so much. It has been so helpful having items for my students. They are able to focus more on school work when they know they can get supplies, snacks, sanitary products and charge their devices. \r\n\r\nStudents have taken to bringing other students by or asking if they can take a pad or pencil for a friend. Students have come by to ask if they can charge their computers during lunch or other class periods so they can be prepared for their classes. \r\n\r\nMost of my students were so surprised that the items were just there for them, for free.","fullyFundedDate":1746787019294,"projectUrl":"project/making-our-room-our-own/9144649/","projectTitle":"Making Our Room Our Own","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7535153_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722973189178","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7535153"},{"teacherId":7396233,"projectId":9143682,"letterContent":"I truly appreciate your generous donation to my orchestra classroom. Because of your support, I was able to purchase needed items that helped transform the space into a more welcoming, calming, and inspiring environment for my students. The new decorations have made a huge difference, not just in appearance, but in how students feel when they walk in. Many have commented that the classroom now feels like a place they want to be, where they feel comfortable, focused, and ready to learn. Your kindness has had a real impact on both their learning and their well-being. Thank you again for helping make our space feel like home.","fullyFundedDate":1752586390824,"projectUrl":"project/an-inviting-orchestra-room/9143682/","projectTitle":"An Inviting Orchestra Room","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Utter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7396233_orig.jpg?crop=1995,1995,x205,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597765793321","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7396233"},{"teacherId":7396233,"projectId":8247616,"letterContent":"On behalf of my high school orchestra program, I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support in funding the decorations for our classroom. Thanks to your contribution, the space has been transformed into a warm and welcoming environment. The students absolutely love it! They have shared how the decorations make them feel more at ease, comfortable, and inspired during rehearsals. A positive environment helps foster creativity, focus, and community, and your generosity has directly made that possible. Thank you for investing in our students' musical journey and helping create a space where they feel excited to learn and grow.","fullyFundedDate":1711549973817,"projectUrl":"project/orchestra-organization/8247616/","projectTitle":"Orchestra Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Utter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7396233_orig.jpg?crop=1995,1995,x205,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597765793321","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7396233"},{"teacherId":8499811,"projectId":9478536,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supplying my students with composition notebooks! We use out notebooks every day for our warm-ups when we come into class which range from grammar practice to writing journal entries. We use our notebooks to take notes on different types of writing, keep track of vocabulary, and plan our responses to questions.\r\n\r\nStudents who are in tough financial positions were given a notebook, so they can equitably participate in or day to day work. As students have transferred to my class through out the year, I have been able to provide them with a notebook. This makes them feel welcome and prepared during their transitional period. I have many extra notebooks and will be able to help students in schools years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1753375468384,"projectUrl":"project/write-on-9th-grade/9478536/","projectTitle":"Write On, 9th Grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Emery","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8499811_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1672438401263","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8499811"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_60067","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":2306,"numTeachers":94,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":12,"percentBlack":19,"percentWhite":15,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":42,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"24.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":52.0,"schoolId":60067,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Durango High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Durango High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/durango-high-school/60067"}