{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Western High School","outOfStateSupporters":53.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10074790,"projectId":9515889,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Science in Lights: Turning Our Walls Into Learning Tools.\" Because of your generosity, our classroom has been transformed into a more engaging and welcoming learning space. When the Govee Curtain Lights arrived, my students were immediately excited—many of them said the room felt more \"alive\" and even compared it to a science lab or a STEM studio. The lights instantly grabbed their attention and created an atmosphere that made students more motivated and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThese lights have become more than just classroom decor. I've been able to use them as a visual learning tool during lessons by changing colors and patterns to represent geoscience concepts such as seismic waves, layers of the atmosphere, and movement along plate boundaries. Since many geoscience topics are very visual, the lights help students better understand ideas that can sometimes feel abstract. It has also helped me keep students focused during instruction and transitions because the lights create clear visual cues and a more structured learning environment.\r\n\r\nOverall, this project has helped boost student engagement and made our classroom feel like a space where learning is exciting and creative. We will continue using these lights throughout the year as both an instructional tool and a way to build a positive classroom environment. Thank you again for helping make science more interactive, memorable, and fun for my students—we truly appreciate your support!","fullyFundedDate":1759264776512,"projectUrl":"project/science-in-lights-turning-our-walls-int/9515889/","projectTitle":"Science in Lights: Turning Our Walls Into Learning Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Falcunaya","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10074790_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752094806777","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10074790"},{"teacherId":10074790,"projectId":9998685,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"See the Unseen: Spectroscopy and Geology Kit for Future Geoscientists.\" Because of your generosity, my students were able to experience science in a way that was exciting, hands-on, and memorable. When the spectroscope arrived, students were immediately curious and couldn't wait to try it. They were amazed to see that light has hidden patterns and colors that we normally don't notice. Watching them explore different light sources and talk about what they observed was such a great moment—it truly sparked curiosity and made our astronomy lessons feel more real.\r\n\r\nThe Rocks, Minerals, and Fossils of the U.S.A. Collection was also a huge hit. Students loved being able to hold real specimens, examine them up close, and compare different rocks and fossils. It made our geology lessons so much more engaging because they weren't just looking at pictures in a textbook—they were working with real materials like actual geoscientists. Even students who are usually quiet became more involved because they were excited to touch, observe, and discuss what they were seeing.\r\n\r\nThese resources have helped make science come alive in our classroom. We will continue using the spectroscope and the rock, mineral, and fossil collection throughout the year for future labs and projects. Thank you again for helping create such a fun and meaningful learning experience for my students—we truly appreciate your support!","fullyFundedDate":1768155679270,"projectUrl":"project/see-the-unseen-spectroscopy-and-geology/9998685/","projectTitle":"See the Unseen: Spectroscopy and Geology Kit for Future Geoscientists","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Falcunaya","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10074790_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752094806777","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10074790"},{"teacherId":10074790,"projectId":9472693,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Safe and Connected: Extension Cords for Our Lab.\" While extension cords may seem like a simple resource, they have made a huge difference in how smoothly and safely our science lab operates. Because of your generosity, students now have reliable access to power for lab equipment, laptops, and classroom tools without having to crowd around limited wall outlets. This has helped create a safer environment by reducing tangled wires and preventing students from stretching cords across walkways during activities.\r\n\r\nMy students immediately noticed the improvement during our hands-on labs. They were able to set up stations more efficiently, move around more comfortably, and focus more on the investigation instead of worrying about where to plug in devices. It also allowed me to organize lab groups better, making sure every student has equal access to materials and technology needed for learning.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our lab is now more functional, organized, and most importantly, safer for student learning. These extension cords will continue supporting future science experiments and projects throughout the year, ensuring students can engage fully in hands-on learning. We truly appreciate your support and investment in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1759264778475,"projectUrl":"project/safe-and-connected-extension-cords-for/9472693/","projectTitle":"Safe and Connected: Extension Cords for Our Lab","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Falcunaya","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10074790_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752094806777","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10074790"},{"teacherId":10074790,"projectId":9712327,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Hands-On Astronomy: Exploring Planetary Motion.\" Because of your generosity, my students were able to explore astronomy in a way that felt real, interactive, and exciting. Using the Kepler's Planetary Motion Kit, students modeled how planets orbit the Sun and learned how gravity influences motion. Instead of simply memorizing Kepler's Laws from a textbook, they were able to observe patterns, make predictions, and actually see why planets move the way they do. Many students were surprised by how hands-on the lesson was, and they became more confident asking questions and sharing their observations.\r\n\r\nThe Learning Resources Inflatable Solar System was also a huge hit. When students first saw the planets, they were immediately engaged and excited to compare the sizes and distances. It helped them visualize concepts that are usually difficult to grasp, such as scale, planetary order, and how vast our solar system really is. Students were especially amazed to see how small Earth is compared to Jupiter and Saturn, which led to meaningful discussions about perspective and the uniqueness of our planet.\r\n\r\nThese resources made astronomy more than just an abstract topic—they turned it into an experience students could physically interact with. Our next step is to use these tools again as we move into lessons on seasons, eclipses, and gravity, and students will continue referring back to these models to support their understanding. Thank you again for helping bring the universe into our classroom and making astronomy unforgettable for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1758289719134,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-astronomy-exploring-planetary/9712327/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Astronomy: Exploring Planetary Motion","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Falcunaya","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10074790_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752094806777","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10074790"},{"teacherId":10074790,"projectId":9742225,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and making this project possible! Because of your generosity, my geoscience students were able to use real prepared rock and mineral microscope slides, polarizing film, and an advanced fossil collection during our labs and class projects. We used the thin section slides and polarizing film during our mineralogy lab, where students observed rocks under the microscope and practiced identifying minerals based on what they saw. The students were honestly amazed the first time they saw the bright colors and patterns under polarized light—several of them said it looked like \"art\" or \"a rainbow inside the rock,\" and they couldn't wait to take turns exploring the slides.\r\n\r\nThe fossil collection was also a huge hit in our classroom. We used it as part of our PBL fossil project, where students chose fossils to research and used them as evidence to explain what life may have looked like long ago. Being able to hold and examine real fossils made the project feel more exciting and meaningful, and students were much more engaged because it didn't feel like just another assignment—it felt like real science.\r\n\r\nThese materials have truly made a difference in how my students experience Geoscience. They've been more curious, more confident, and more excited to learn because they're working with real tools and real specimens. We'll continue using these resources throughout the year for future lessons and labs, and I'm so grateful that you helped make our classroom a place where students can learn science in such an unforgettable way. Thank you again for investing in my students!","fullyFundedDate":1765829685842,"projectUrl":"project/future-geologists-in-action-microscopy/9742225/","projectTitle":"Future Geologists in Action: Microscopy Labs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Falcunaya","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10074790_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752094806777","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10074790"},{"teacherId":9369648,"projectId":9990289,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our drumline program. Because of your kindness, our students now have access to much-needed cymbals and a hi-hat stand, equipment that we did not have before. These additions make an immediate difference in both the quality of our performances and the depth of our instruction. For many of our students, this is their first opportunity to play with a complete setup, and it allows them to experience music-making in a more authentic and engaging way. Your contribution has directly impacted their ability to learn, grow, and take pride in their work as musicians.","fullyFundedDate":1768070347573,"projectUrl":"project/whs-percussion-supplies/9990289/","projectTitle":"WHS Percussion Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Marzka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9369648"},{"teacherId":8130155,"projectId":9693713,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity and contributions to keep my students motivated and engaged . Through your donation of Nintendo switch, my students have always been looking forward to playing as their token or reward for tasks completion, following classroom rules and practicing behavior expectations.\r\n\r\nThe Nintendo switch is not just a way to motivate them stay focused and on task or complete assignments and assigned tasks, but more importantly, it's very useful in helping them understand real-life situations that not every good things has a reward. Meaning, not every time they complete a task, then they get to play the switch, but they have to be consistent.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you. My self-contained class is beyond grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1767250511053,"projectUrl":"project/switching-to-positive-behavior/9693713/","projectTitle":"Switching to Positive Behavior","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Luz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8130155_orig.jpg?crop=881,881,x171,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689184268766","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ljgavazan"},{"teacherId":8342117,"projectId":10012670,"letterContent":"Thank you so much the supplies for my students! I often times have to spend my own money on food and items so my students, and it gets very expensive since I am a counselor and my caseload is almost 400 students. Specifically I am the Title I Hope advocate at my school. I work directly with our homeless, and unaccompanied homeless minors. We have well over 100 at our school. While it is a challenging population, it's very rewarding to be able to provide them with extra snacks and resources when they need some additional assistance. I am aware that there are many challenges with funding our schools, and everything little bit helps. I appreciate the donation, as do my students!","fullyFundedDate":1768419615866,"projectUrl":"project/helping-students-in-title-i-school/10012670/","projectTitle":"Helping Students in Title I School","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. W","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8342117"},{"teacherId":9357208,"projectId":10023836,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your wonderful donation to my classroom. I've always strived to provide a clean, comforting, and supportive environment to my students and it's been wonderful to share these donated supplies with them. Firstly, the air purifier has been greatly appreciated in increasing the air quality of the classroom. Our school is one of the oldest high schools in Las Vegas and it means a lot to me to know that impurities are being taken care of effectively. Students have also noted that the room smells more fresh and that odors don't linger as long. \r\n\r\nLastly, I'd like to discuss the plethora of personal hygiene products and the shelves/drawers that were donated. I used to have these very small drawers that only held a few categories of personal hygiene items, but now I'm able to provide a wider variety in an organized fashion. Students are allowed to take materials as they need them and I've had to replenish the drawers multiple times due to the popularity of the products. I've had students who are thankful that they can just quickly grab what they need without drawing attention to their personal hygiene needs and I've even had a few students who were astonished by the quality of the products available to them. \r\n\r\nAs I said previously, I am extremely grateful for your donation to my classroom. By providing these resources, some stress and worry is being reduced and students are able to focus better on their studies. Thank you again for your kindness and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1768666088690,"projectUrl":"project/ms-munozs-clean-caring-classroom/10023836/","projectTitle":"Ms. Munoz's Clean & Caring Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Munoz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9357208"},{"teacherId":8130155,"projectId":10009626,"letterContent":"We are truly grateful for your donation of Nintendo switch to our classroom. It has brought more excitement, and active engagement as they are looking forward to their time to play as a reward of staying on task, turning in assignments on time and practicing classroom expectations.\r\n\r\nMy Self-contained students are always looking forward to play with their classmates as a team on our Fun Friday.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom. Thank you for helping us create a space where learning is joyful and inclusive.","fullyFundedDate":1768260372869,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-students-with-autism-through/10009626/","projectTitle":"Empowering Students with Autism Through Real-World Work","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Luz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8130155_orig.jpg?crop=881,881,x171,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689184268766","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ljgavazan"},{"teacherId":5624918,"projectId":7979811,"letterContent":"Thank you for your investment in the education and mental well-being of my students. Having these items shows them that they are valuable and what they do does matter. They love the flexibility of the seating. They have some agency in where they can sit and for students with ADHD it has made the most impact. They no longer have to use their mental energy in siting in a traditional chair. The have the chance to move their seat to a quiet are to work alone and move it back if they need to collaborate. Additionally, they can bounce or sway or sit higher to meet their physical needs. Thank you for making a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1702076021242,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-and-stress-management/7979811/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating and Stress Management","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Harris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5624918_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1564867433538","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5624918"},{"teacherId":10399442,"projectId":9994465,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my sincerest gratitude for your generous donations to our CC classroom supplies. Your support has made a meaningful and lasting impact on both the learning environment and the daily experiences of my students. It is because of thoughtful contributions like yours that I am able to create a space where students feel supported, engaged, and excited to learn. \r\n Many of the supplies I requested were basic necessities to stock up the classroom, such as headphones, erasers, markers, and laminating sheets. While these seem like simple items that would not make a huge impact, they helped me practice new routines and allowed for my students to access new content in fun ways. They enjoyed the option of using whiteboards to participate in class discussions, and for students who are on the shy side, this made a world of difference for them. Some of the more fun items I ordered for our classroom, such as the beanbag chair and games, helped make the classroom environment more fun and welcoming. Students love when they get a chance to sit and chill in the chair, especially when they require a quiet area to focus while reading. We have yet to try our \"Loteria\" games but I am planning to use it during the semester exam review. We did something similar in the fall with BINGO and Jeopardy and the kids loved it. \r\n Again, I cannot thank you enough for helping us out. Your generosity has truly elevated the quality of my instruction and, more importantly, improved the day-to-day experience for my students. The materials you provided have become more than just supplies; they are tools for equity, engagement, and joy in our classroom. Please know that your investment in my students is deeply appreciated and will continue to benefit them throughout the remainder of the school year. Thank you once again for your dedication to education and for being a champion for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1768184451570,"projectUrl":"project/cc-classroom-supplies/9994465/","projectTitle":"CC Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Waggoner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10399442"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_82999","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":2734,"numTeachers":111,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":13,"percentWhite":4,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":75,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":1,"percentMultiracialImputed":2,"gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"24.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":46.5,"schoolId":82999,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Western High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Western High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/western-high-school/82999"}