{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"North Valleys High School","outOfStateSupporters":36.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6224757,"projectId":10451091,"letterContent":"The composition books have become an important part of our mathematics classrooms. Students are using them as interactive math notebooks to record notes, vocabulary, worked examples, diagrams, problem-solving strategies, and reflections. Instead of simply copying information and moving on, students are building a personalized mathematical resource that shows their thinking and growth over time. One of the most rewarding moments has been watching students flip back through earlier pages to find a strategy or example they can use when working on a new problem. Their notebooks have become something they can actually use rather than something they simply turn in.\r\n\r\nStudents have also responded positively to having a dedicated notebook for mathematics. They are able to organize their learning in one place and add to it throughout the year. Interactive notebook activities give students opportunities to write, draw, explain, reflect, and make connections between concepts. This is particularly valuable for students who are developing confidence in mathematics because they can see evidence of what they have learned and refer back to successful examples when they encounter something challenging.\r\n\r\nThe next step is to continue building these notebooks throughout the school year so that, by the end of the course, each student has a personalized record of their mathematical learning. Students will use their notebooks to review previous concepts, prepare for assessments, revisit problem-solving strategies, and reflect on their growth. Providing a composition book for every student has also removed a potential barrier: students no longer have to worry about whether they have the supplies needed to participate. Instead, every student has the same opportunity to build, organize, and take ownership of their mathematical understanding. These notebooks are becoming more than school supplies—they are becoming tools that help students see themselves as capable mathematicians.","fullyFundedDate":1787184664306,"projectUrl":"project/interactive-math-notebooks-for-every-stu/10451091/","projectTitle":"Interactive Math Notebooks for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ferrari","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6224757_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699164064480","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6224757"},{"teacherId":6224757,"projectId":10222658,"letterContent":"My students have been using the snacks throughout the school day when they need a little extra energy to stay focused and engaged. One of the most meaningful changes has been seeing students who might otherwise struggle to concentrate become more ready to participate. Having a snack available means that a student can quietly take care of a basic need and then return their attention to learning without feeling embarrassed or having to leave the classroom.\r\n\r\nThis has been especially important in my co-taught math and Speech & Debate classes. My multilingual learners are developing academic English while simultaneously being asked to explain their mathematical thinking, defend arguments, collaborate with classmates, and speak in front of others. These are challenging tasks even when students are well rested and confident. When students have the energy to participate, I see more hands raised, more conversations between partners, and more willingness to take the risk of sharing an idea—even when they are still developing the language to express it.\r\n\r\nThe next step is to continue using the snacks as one part of a classroom environment where students feel supported enough to take academic risks. I want my students to know that they can walk into my classroom, meet their basic needs, and then focus on doing difficult things: solving a challenging problem, explaining their reasoning, or standing in front of their peers to make an argument. Your support has helped remove one small barrier that can make a very big difference in whether a student is ready to learn and participate.","fullyFundedDate":1778002039425,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-voices-supporting-multilingual/10222658/","projectTitle":"Fueling Voices: Supporting Multilingual Learners in Math & Debate","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ferrari","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6224757_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699164064480","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6224757"},{"teacherId":6224757,"projectId":10235990,"letterContent":"My students have been using the plyometric boxes and adjustable speed hurdles to build coordination, agility, strength, and confidence through structured movement activities. One of the most rewarding parts has been watching students who were initially hesitant become willing to try, challenge themselves, and celebrate their own progress.\r\n\r\nWhen the equipment first arrived, my students were excited to see something new and immediately wanted to try it. The different heights of the plyometric boxes have allowed students to choose an appropriate challenge for their individual ability level. Students who were unsure of themselves at first could begin with a lower box, experience success, and then work toward a more challenging height. That progression has helped make physical activity feel achievable rather than intimidating.\r\n\r\nThe speed hurdles have also created opportunities for students to work together. Students practice footwork and agility while encouraging one another, comparing their progress, and communicating as a team. These activities have created moments of success that are sometimes difficult for students to experience in traditional academic settings.\r\n\r\nThe equipment has also become a valuable tool for movement breaks. Short, structured periods of physical activity give students an opportunity to reset and return to academic learning with renewed energy and focus. Rather than simply telling students to \"take a break,\" I can provide purposeful movement that develops physical skills while helping students re-engage with learning.\r\n\r\nWe are continuing to build on these activities through volleyball training and structured fitness challenges. Students are working on explosive power, coordination, agility, and quick movement that directly transfer to volleyball skills. For many students, athletics provides an important connection to school, friendships, and a sense of belonging.\r\n\r\nThese materials have become more than fitness equipment. They have given my students opportunities to move, take risks, experience success, encourage one another, and discover that they are capable of more than they initially thought.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students the opportunity to experience that success.","fullyFundedDate":1778276260650,"projectUrl":"project/building-strength-confidence-and-commu/10235990/","projectTitle":"Building Strength, Confidence, and Community Through Movement","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ferrari","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6224757_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699164064480","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6224757"},{"teacherId":6249832,"projectId":10046411,"letterContent":"My students were able to organize their work into folders. Because of your donation, the folder were color coordinated by color. Student groups presented their projects as part of their final exam. They collaborated together and I decorated the classroom with patriotic decor to inspire them. Their parents were invited to view and also help judge the groups as they presented their well researched topics and then answered questions with reference to the founding documents of our nation. Thank you so much for you donation and helping to contribute to civic discourse in the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1769130011527,"projectUrl":"project/creative-civics-classroom-needs-color/10046411/","projectTitle":"Creative Civics Classroom Needs Color!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Eldridge","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6249832_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x443,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768957180853","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6249832"},{"teacherId":10399590,"projectId":9998259,"letterContent":"Again thank you for your kindness, and donating towards my \"Who HQ\" books. These books are written at a level that everyone can understand. History can be a difficult topic to comprehend but these books make it a bit easier for both advanaced and beginning readers. \r\nResearch has shown that reading aloud builds both fluency and comprehension. As a class we read the Vietnam War and Civil Rights book aloud. All students were required to participate in reading and complete a book study/report on it. Doing this helped students improve their reading skills AND have a better understanding of both historical time periods.","fullyFundedDate":1772138422600,"projectUrl":"project/who-hq-books/9998259/","projectTitle":"Who HQ Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Christie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10399590_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767923199996","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10399590"},{"teacherId":8730448,"projectId":9980955,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my DonorsChoose project. As our school phases out old PCs to reduce e-waste, it has become harder to rely on consistent technology. Your gift of a Mac mini makes a real difference by giving me a dependable tool to continue grading, planning lessons and creating curriculum for my students.\r\n\r\nHaving a reliable computer means I can spend less time dealing with technical issues and more time focusing on meaningful feedback and thoughtful instruction. It helps me stay organized, respond to student needs more quickly and design lessons that better support their learning.\r\n\r\nYour generosity supports the work that happens behind the scenes but impacts students every day. I truly appreciate your kindness and your investment in my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1769549376109,"projectUrl":"project/inspirational-instruction-with-a-mac-min/9980955/","projectTitle":"Inspirational Instruction With a Mac Mini Desktop Computer","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stockton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8730448_orig.jpg?crop=294,294,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1788628405659","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8730448"},{"teacherId":9348438,"projectId":9994004,"letterContent":"This project has made a meaningful difference in how my students experience and understand math. The Surface keyboard and stylus allow me to model mathematical thinking in real time by writing directly on the screen as I solve problems step by step. Instead of watching static notes, students can see the process unfold, ask questions immediately, and better understand why each step matters. This visual, interactive approach is especially helpful for students who struggle with abstract concepts, as it makes learning feel more accessible and less intimidating.\r\nWhat excites students most is how interactive the technology feels. The combination of the computer, keyboard, and stylus turns lessons into a shared problem-solving experience rather than a lecture. Students are more engaged when they can watch ideas develop live and see mistakes corrected openly. Several students who typically hesitate to participate have grown more confident, raising questions and attempting problems because they feel supported by the clear modeling and instant feedback.\r\nThis project has been particularly impactful for students who need extra structure or reassurance in math. Visual learners and students with math anxiety have responded positively to seeing problems broken down clearly and revisited as needed. The technology has helped create a classroom environment where students feel capable, supported, and willing to persevere through challenging material. I am incredibly grateful to our donors for making this learning experience possible.","fullyFundedDate":1768595040607,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-a-high-school-math-classroo/9994004/","projectTitle":"Supplies for a High School Math Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hudson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9348438"},{"teacherId":8110462,"projectId":10004898,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for bringing these easels into our classroom! It's great to see students with more flexible seating options in class, where they can sit or stand up instead of hunching over their tables. It transforms our space so students aren't just \"kids in a class\", but instead they're artists in a studio.\r\n\r\nEven though an easel might not seem like a necessary tool, it's an important piece of \"tech\" for us. They allow my Painting students to step back, squint, and actually see their work from a distance and encourages them to use their whole arm for bold brushstrokes. Watching them get comfortable with using them has been a joy. Once they get settled behind a professional easel, you can see the shift in confidence and it's amazing how the right equipment can make a student feel like their work truly matters. Thank you for making our studio feel official and for investing in our creative spirit!","fullyFundedDate":1769549252436,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-steam-instruction-a-mac-mini/10004898/","projectTitle":"Empowering STEAM Instruction: A Mac Mini for the Art Room","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8110462_orig.jpg?crop=731,731,x0,y4&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755211555979","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8110462"},{"teacherId":8110483,"projectId":10041277,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in donating to our classroom. The calculators you have provided have been essential in the student's learning process. It has allowed them to participate in their education even if they have feelings of low skills in math. \r\nThe students have loved the advanced functions the calculators provide such as visual fractions rather than just dividing numerators and denominators. This feature of the new calculators has been extremely beneficial for many students. \r\nWe are all so grateful to each of you for your contributions and hope you feel our gratitude.","fullyFundedDate":1769348529040,"projectUrl":"project/class-set-of-calculators/10041277/","projectTitle":"Class Set of Calculators","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lyons","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8110483"},{"teacherId":10160053,"projectId":10047862,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous gift for our classroom. We just recently got all the parts to set up our classroom to be a dynamic learning center for our students. The hub features of our Mac Mini have been a benefit for the student computers. We are still getting used to how to use the system but we are off to a great start. \r\n\r\nLately, the students have been working on a project that helps them build a concrete understanding of some pretty tough algebraic concepts. They are designing bridges using slope and a free CAD software program. The attached picture shows the setup as the students cannot be pictured due to special education protections for media posts.","fullyFundedDate":1769371988640,"projectUrl":"project/advancing-classroom-learning-with-techno/10047862/","projectTitle":"Advancing Classroom Learning With Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Pop","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10160053_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1787027998365","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10160053"},{"teacherId":9367677,"projectId":9995806,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredibly generous gift of the Apple Mac Mini. Your thoughtfulness and support mean a great deal to me, and I am truly touched by your kindness. This compact but powerful machine is exactly what I needed to enhance my setup and streamline my daily projects.\r\n\r\nThe impact of this gift extends far beyond my own desk; it will directly benefit my students as well. Having access to such reliable and efficient technology allows me to create more engaging lessons, manage classroom resources more effectively, and provide the high-quality instructional support they deserve. Thank you for investing in my work and, by extension, the success of my students. We are all so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1768350518430,"projectUrl":"project/technology-to-support-student-voices/9995806/","projectTitle":"Technology to Support Student Voices","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Aimee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9367677"},{"teacherId":1914274,"projectId":10001393,"letterContent":"This drone has allowed my Agricultural Engineering students to move beyond theory and into hands-on, applied learning. While many donors are familiar with drones as recreational tools, in our classroom they are being used as an introduction to precision agriculture and modern land management practices. Students are learning how aerial imagery can be used to assess crop health, monitor irrigation patterns, inspect fencing, and evaluate terrain—skills that are increasingly relevant in today's agricultural industry.\r\n\r\nThe technology has significantly improved student engagement. Instead of only discussing mapping, measurement, and field assessment, students can now actively collect their own data from the air. They are learning how to plan flight paths, operate equipment safely, and interpret what they see—building both technical competence and critical thinking skills. This aligns directly with workforce skills used in agriculture, construction, and environmental management.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most is the immediate feedback. They launch the drone, capture images or video, and then analyze real results from their own campus. That connection between action and outcome has made learning more meaningful and memorable. Students who are typically less engaged in traditional classroom settings have shown strong interest when given the opportunity to operate and troubleshoot the drone.\r\n\r\nIn particular, several students who are more mechanically inclined or interested in hands-on careers have taken ownership of this technology. They have been eager to learn about the drone's systems, battery management, and flight controls, and have demonstrated leadership by helping others operate it safely and effectively. This has created a collaborative learning environment where students teach and support one another.\r\n\r\nOverall, this project has introduced students to a rapidly growing area of agricultural technology while reinforcing problem-solving, responsibility, and technical skill development. 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