{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Damonte Ranch High School","outOfStateSupporters":33.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8169764,"projectId":9279016,"letterContent":"These calculators have immensely helped my students. The graphing calculators have helped my students in my Probability and statistics course. The calculators helped the students do Linear Regression lines, confidence intervals with large and small sample sizes, and Hypothesis testing. Currently we are learning a bunch of financial formulas, and the calculators are a necessary when performing the large calculations. Also my Financial math students use these calculators on a daily basis for all their formulas and calculations. My students are so grateful to be able to use the advanced calculators. It is also great to be able to just hand a student a pencil to use and keep when they don't have one. So once again, thank you very much for the new technology for my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1755521986768,"projectUrl":"project/graphing-calculators/9279016/","projectTitle":"Graphing Calculators","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Widick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8169764_orig.jpg?crop=1740,1740,x293,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730747466485","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8169764"},{"teacherId":9696751,"projectId":9136750,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for helping me provide copies of The Boy in the Striped Pajamas for my Holocaust and Genocide Studies students. I requested these books last year, and this fall we are finally opening them together as a class for the first time. The novel is used alongside our historical readings and lessons, giving students a chance to connect nonfiction learning with the lens of historical fiction. Having both perspectives allows students to see not only the facts of history but also how those facts affect human lives, emotions, and relationships. Reading fiction within a historical context helps them better understand abstract concepts such as complicity, identity, and responsibility by seeing those ideas reflected in the lives of characters.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading is always active: students annotate, write weekly responses, and connect each chapter to the larger questions we are asking about human behavior and moral choice. Already, I see many of them deeply engaged with Bruno and Shmuel's story—especially students who don't usually volunteer during historical lectures but come alive when discussing characters and themes. Several students have mentioned that reading this novel helps them \"see\" our historical discussions more clearly, because they can picture how the Holocaust might have shaped the daily lives of children their own age. These materials are giving students a richer, more personal entry point into history that is otherwise very heavy and distant.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through the semester, what I need most in my classroom are resources that make history both rigorous and relatable: texts, visuals, and opportunities for students to connect across different types of learning. Your support in providing this book has done exactly that, and I am deeply grateful. You have given my students not only a novel to read, but also a tool to build empathy, critical thinking, and lasting understanding of one of history's most important lessons.","fullyFundedDate":1741013788490,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-holocaust-and-genocide-studies/9136750/","projectTitle":"Enhancing Holocaust and Genocide Studies Through Literature","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Parsons","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9696751_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724286800344","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9696751"},{"teacherId":9496756,"projectId":9026612,"letterContent":"The treats provided for our parties last year were such a huge motivator for the students. When others saw the students enjoying themselves at the party they immediately inquired about what they needed to do to be able to earn the same reward. \r\n\r\nAlthough we cannot offer this type of incentive for every positive behavior students have, it is nice to be able to celebrate students who don what they need to do in order to have success in high school. One cannot argue with the power of extrinsic rewards. Thank you for making this happen!\r\n\r\nKind regards, \r\nLisa Bright","fullyFundedDate":1739375271580,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-reward-party/9026612/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Reward Party","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bright","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9496756"},{"teacherId":8169764,"projectId":9136289,"letterContent":"These calculators have immensely helped my students. The graphing calculators have helped my students in my Probability and statistics course. The calculators helped the students do Linear Regression lines, confidence intervals with large and small sample sizes, and Hypothesis testing. Currently we are learning a bunch of financial formulas, and the calculators are a necessary when performing the large calculations. Also my Financial math students use these calculators on a daily basis for all their formulas and calculations. My students are so grateful to be able to use the advanced calculators. So once again, thank you very much for the new technology for my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1740980806543,"projectUrl":"project/graphing-calculators-for-upper-level-mat/9136289/","projectTitle":"Graphing Calculators for Upper Level Math Classes","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Widick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8169764_orig.jpg?crop=1740,1740,x293,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730747466485","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8169764"},{"teacherId":8230693,"projectId":6057613,"letterContent":"My classroom has become a place of quietness and greenery. Most everyone who walks in comments on how soothing it is. The waterfall is a prime feature! Students demand it's on during tests. The palm trees surround my desk and are used to indicate where students may plug in their devices, odd I know but let me explain! Having the trees next to the outlets where phone cords and device chargers are makes them put the device totally away and acknowledge there's more to growing than just devices. I will usually say \"it's by the tree!\" \r\n\r\nThank you for pulling us through a rough year with a calm place to be.","fullyFundedDate":1646777533364,"projectUrl":"project/a-calmed-mind-is-a-learning-mind/6057613/","projectTitle":"A Calmed Mind is a Learning Mind","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Weiby","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsweibysmilesmath"},{"teacherId":9696751,"projectId":8721662,"letterContent":"I hope this letter finds you well! We're so grateful for your continued support of our classroom, and I wanted to take a moment to share how your generosity is impacting our students, particularly through the new books we've recently added to our collection.\r\n\r\nMany of our donors, like you, are avid readers, but they may not be as familiar with how teaching these books works in the classroom. The new texts we've introduced offer a wide range of skills and lessons, from developing critical thinking and comprehension strategies to fostering empathy and understanding through diverse perspectives. The students are not only learning to recognize literary devices, but they're also becoming more confident in making connections between the stories and their own lives. In addition, the vocabulary and themes of the books challenge them to think deeply and engage in conversations that go beyond the surface level.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading is an interactive experience. It's a space where students engage in both independent reading and guided group discussions. You'll often see them working in pairs or small groups, discussing the themes of the books, sharing opinions, and sometimes even acting out scenes! These activities help build both their analytical skills and their social skills, creating a community of readers who learn from each other.\r\n\r\nAs for specific students, we've noticed that certain individuals are especially enjoying the new books. One student, in particular, has taken a real liking to the historical fiction novels we've added. They've shown a newfound enthusiasm for learning about different cultures and historical events, something that wasn't as engaging for them before. Another student who previously struggled with reading has found a new passion for graphic novels, which have allowed them to connect with stories in a way they hadn't before.\r\n\r\nIt's truly heartwarming to witness these moments of growth and discovery. The books are having a profound impact, and it's all thanks to your support. I can't express enough how much it means to both us as educators and to the students who benefit directly from your generosity.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your continued support.","fullyFundedDate":1725218220364,"projectUrl":"project/macbeth-a-graphic-novel/8721662/","projectTitle":"Macbeth: A Graphic Novel","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Parsons","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9696751_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724286800344","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9696751"},{"teacherId":9496756,"projectId":8290594,"letterContent":"My students are slowly beginning to enjoy reading thanks to the updates in my classroom library. I'm looking forward to seeing the impact these new titles will have when we start reading together in January. \r\n\r\nAs you are probably aware, reading comprehension skills are still necessary for success in the world. However, many students are so glued to screens and constant stimulation that reading seems so slow and boring. Over the past several years, students have relied so heavily on screens for entertainment. Books are seen as archaic. \r\n\r\nGetting students to love reading is high on my list of priorities and with your help, I have been able to make a bit of headway toward this goal with the high interest texts you donated to my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1711501030938,"projectUrl":"project/book-club/8290594/","projectTitle":"Book Club","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bright","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9496756"},{"teacherId":9696751,"projectId":8688134,"letterContent":"I hope this letter finds you well! We're so grateful for your continued support of our classroom, and I wanted to take a moment to share how your generosity is impacting our students, particularly through the new books we've recently added to our collection.\r\n\r\nMany of our donors, like you, are avid readers, but they may not be as familiar with how teaching these books works in the classroom. The new texts we've introduced offer a wide range of skills and lessons, from developing critical thinking and comprehension strategies to fostering empathy and understanding through diverse perspectives. The students are not only learning to recognize literary devices, but they're also becoming more confident in making connections between the stories and their own lives. In addition, the vocabulary and themes of the books challenge them to think deeply and engage in conversations that go beyond the surface level.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading is an interactive experience. It's a space where students engage in both independent reading and guided group discussions. You'll often see them working in pairs or small groups, discussing the themes of the books, sharing opinions, and sometimes even acting out scenes! These activities help build both their analytical skills and their social skills, creating a community of readers who learn from each other.\r\n\r\nAs for specific students, we've noticed that certain individuals are especially enjoying the new books. One student, in particular, has taken a real liking to the historical fiction novels we've added. They've shown a newfound enthusiasm for learning about different cultures and historical events, something that wasn't as engaging for them before. Another student who previously struggled with reading has found a new passion for graphic novels, which have allowed them to connect with stories in a way they hadn't before.\r\n\r\nIt's truly heartwarming to witness these moments of growth and discovery. The books are having a profound impact, and it's all thanks to your support. I can't express enough how much it means to both us as educators and to the students who benefit directly from your generosity.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your continued support.","fullyFundedDate":1724496862734,"projectUrl":"project/macbeth-a-graphic-novel-class-set/8688134/","projectTitle":"Macbeth: A Graphic Novel Class Set","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Parsons","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9696751_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724286800344","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9696751"},{"teacherId":9696751,"projectId":8706262,"letterContent":"I wanted to express my sincere gratitude for your generous donation of snacks for our classroom. Your thoughtful contribution has made a real difference in our day, providing our students with healthy and delicious treats to fuel their learning throughout the day.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, I want to express our sincere gratitude for your generous donation of board games to our classroom. Your thoughtful gift has brought a new level of excitement and engagement to our learning environment, providing valuable opportunities for collaborative play and critical thinking development.\r\nThe students are already enjoying the chance to use strategic skills while having fun. Your donation has made a real difference in our daily activities, and we are so appreciative of your support in enriching our learning experience. These donations have also been beneficial in limiting the distraction of cell phones in the classroom. \r\n\r\nYour kindness means a lot to us and helps create a positive and supportive learning environment.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1724892127951,"projectUrl":"project/games-and-goodies/8706262/","projectTitle":"Games and Goodies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Parsons","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9696751_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724286800344","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9696751"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_73868","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1737,"numTeachers":73,"percentFrplEligible":58,"percentAsian":6,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":44,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":38,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"23.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":66.9,"schoolId":73868,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Damonte Ranch High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Damonte Ranch High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/washoe-county-school-district/damonte-ranch-middle-high-school/73868"}