{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"North Valleys High School","outOfStateSupporters":35.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8122561,"projectId":10580356,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Your generosity has given my students new opportunities to explore science in creative, hands-on ways. These resources allow students to move beyond traditional worksheets and notes and actually create, build, and interact with the concepts they are learning. From designing science-themed buttons and stickers with the Cricut and button maker to using our plush microbes to make microbiology more approachable, these materials help bring science to life. The students love having opportunities to make something of their own while learning along the way!\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite things about teaching science is seeing students get excited when they can connect what they learn in class to something tangible. These materials give students more ways to collaborate, problem-solve, express their creativity, and explore scientific ideas. As we continue through the school year, I look forward to finding new ways to incorporate these resources into our biology lessons and projects. Your support has helped make our classroom a place where learning can be interactive, memorable, and fun. Thank you for investing in my students and helping make these experiences possible!","fullyFundedDate":1788612899049,"projectUrl":"project/making-science-memorable/10580356/","projectTitle":"Making Science Memorable","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stewart","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8122561_orig.png?crop=307,307,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699208493047","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8122561"},{"teacherId":10399590,"projectId":10588097,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been transformed into a more engaging, creative, and student-centered learning environment. The supplies you provided, including craft materials, books, pencils, sanitizer wipes, and other \"forgotten basics,\" have helped remove barriers to learning and ensured that students have the tools they need to participate fully in class every day. Having these resources readily available has allowed students to focus on learning rather than worrying about whether they have the materials they need to succeed.\r\n\r\nThe art and craft supplies have had a particularly meaningful impact on student learning. Students have used these materials to create hands-on projects that bring history to life, most notably during our study of the Silk Road. Rather than simply reading about historical trade routes and cultural exchange, students were able to design and construct visual projects that deepened their understanding of the connections between civilizations. These creative activities have increased student engagement and helped many learners make stronger connections to the content.\r\n\r\nThe color printer has also become an invaluable classroom resource. It has allowed me to create a large visual timeline that helps students see how historical events are connected over time. Additionally, students have analyzed colorful propaganda posters and other primary source materials that would have been far less effective in black and white. The ability to provide high-quality visual resources has strengthened students' critical thinking and historical analysis skills while making lessons more accessible and engaging. Thank you for helping create a classroom where students can learn, create, and explore in meaningful ways every day.","fullyFundedDate":1788663531034,"projectUrl":"project/the-forgotten-basics/10588097/","projectTitle":"The Forgotten Basics","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":9375720,"projectId":10589790,"letterContent":"Sports biographies and memoirs are a natural fit for teaching how real lives are shaped into stories. As students read, we focus on identifying an author's central message, tracing how a person changes over time, and noticing how setbacks and turning points build a narrative. Students practice citing evidence when they explain what made an athlete successful, and they compare an athlete's public image with the person revealed in their own words. Along the way, they build vocabulary, reading stamina, and the confidence that comes from finishing a book they chose. The themes in these stories, like resilience, discipline, teamwork, and learning from failure, also open up great conversations about students' own goals.\r\n\r\nReading in our library and classrooms is all about choice. Students browse the collection by the sport or athlete they love, pick a title that fits them, and settle in for independent reading time. Some read quietly on their own, while others pair up with a friend reading the same book. We check in through quick conferences and short reflections where students share what surprised them, what they learned, and who they would recommend the book to. Those recommendations are powerful, and they keep the books moving from one student to the next.\r\n\r\nThe new books have been a hit with our student-athletes and reluctant readers, who love seeing the grit and hard work behind the careers or sport they admire. Even our strong readers are discovering reads they never would have chosen before. Thank you for giving every one of them a story that feels like their own!","fullyFundedDate":1788802494112,"projectUrl":"project/game-changer-reads-sports-books-that-wi/10589790/","projectTitle":"Game Changer Reads: Sports Books That Win Over Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. DePaepe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9375720_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y92&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1703344601738","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9375720"},{"teacherId":10590784,"projectId":10620735,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations to the North Valleys High School Ceramics Program. \r\n\r\nThe tools we received are very nice, and the students have enjoyed using them for their projects. Likewise, the sandpaper and sanding blocks are very helpful for getting smooth finishes on their art. The cones have allowed me to test the kilns and make sure they are firing to the correct temperature as well as teach the students how cones work with kilns. \r\n\r\nI truly appreciate the community's help with my class.","fullyFundedDate":1790306951491,"projectUrl":"project/north-valleys-ceramics/10620735/","projectTitle":"North Valleys Ceramics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Holly Lenz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10590784"},{"teacherId":6205975,"projectId":10572078,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation toward my new classroom laptop. Your support has made a meaningful difference in my classroom and has provided me with a valuable tool that will help strengthen student learning each day. With this new technology, I can create engaging lessons, access instructional resources more efficiently, and better support the diverse needs of my students. Your generosity is an investment in not only my classroom, but also in the success and growth of every student I teach.\r\n\r\nThis laptop will allow me to improve communication, organize classroom materials, and incorporate more interactive learning opportunities for my students. Having reliable technology helps me spend more time focusing on instruction and building meaningful learning experiences rather than overcoming technology challenges. The impact of your donation will be felt by many students for years to come.\r\n\r\nPlease know how grateful I am for your kindness and commitment to education. Your willingness to support teachers and students demonstrates the positive difference that a caring community can make. Thank you for believing in the importance of education and for helping provide the tools needed to create a successful learning environment. Your generosity is truly appreciated, and I am honored to have your support.","fullyFundedDate":1788497035241,"projectUrl":"project/upgraded-classroom-technology/10572078/","projectTitle":"Upgraded Classroom Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gump","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6205975"},{"teacherId":9913593,"projectId":10592145,"letterContent":"From the bottom of my heart, thank you for your generosity and belief in my students. Your donations have made a meaningful difference in our classroom every single day, and I want to share the impact you have had on the lives of our students.\r\n\r\nOne of the most immediate benefits has come from the food and snacks you provided. Many of my students arrive at school hungry or become distracted as the day progresses. Having access to healthy snacks has helped students stay focused, engaged, and ready to learn. I have noticed students who previously struggled to concentrate during lessons are now able to remain attentive and participate more actively in class discussions. Instead of worrying about their hunger, they can focus on reading, writing, and building new skills. Something as simple as a snack has helped create a more supportive learning environment where students feel cared for and prepared to succeed.\r\n\r\nThe color copies have been especially valuable for my English Learners. Visual supports are essential for language development, and the high-quality color materials have significantly improved students' understanding of academic content. Color-coded vocabulary, graphic organizers, maps, charts, and reading resources help students make important connections between words and images. I have seen EL students increase their comprehension, expand their vocabulary, and participate with greater confidence because the materials are clearer, more engaging, and easier to understand. Students who once relied heavily on teacher assistance are now able to work more independently and demonstrate a deeper understanding of concepts.\r\n\r\nThe phone chargers have also had a surprisingly positive impact on classroom learning. Before having access to chargers, students often kept their phones out during class because they were concerned about preserving battery life or monitoring their battery percentage throughout the day. Now that students know they can charge their devices when needed, there is less anxiety about dead phones and fewer distractions during instruction. I have noticed more students keeping their phones put away and paying attention to lessons, collaborative activities, and classroom discussions. This simple resource has helped create a more focused and productive learning environment.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has provided much more than supplies. You have helped create a classroom where students can focus, engage, and thrive. Every snack, color copy, and charger has contributed to student success in ways that extend far beyond what may seem possible. Most importantly, your support shows students that there are people who believe in them and care about their future.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and helping make learning more accessible, engaging, and successful for every student.","fullyFundedDate":1789092624850,"projectUrl":"project/helping-student-grow/10592145/","projectTitle":"Helping Student Grow","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9913593"},{"teacherId":10160053,"projectId":10241565,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity. This gift is going to make a world of difference for my special education classes as my students with disabilities begin conquering pre-algebra and Foundations Algebra 1. \r\n\r\nResearch has shown that students learn algebra better if they have tangible manipulative to work the problems with. Manipulative have many beneficial effects on student learning as they build students' concrete thinking and conceptual understanding prior to transitioning to abstract thinking using pen and paper. It is not as effective to use the electronic version through a computer for students with disabilities. \r\n\r\nYour generous gift is bringing the most vulnerable of students the best possible pathway to algebra success with the least frustration. Your gift is providing my students a fun and engaging experience where they can explore algebra in a playful approach and we all thank you very much! You are making a challenging subject for students more fun. The students are working together, they're discussing more with each other and they're finding meaning behind the lessons which means the world to me and my co-teacher.","fullyFundedDate":1779218193246,"projectUrl":"project/algebra-tiles-for-student-success/10241565/","projectTitle":"Algebra Tiles for Student Success","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":5872696,"projectId":10029890,"letterContent":"The iPad has had a meaningful impact on my students by providing them with greater access to engaging, individualized learning opportunities. Students are able to use educational apps and interactive activities that support a variety of learning styles and academic needs. The device has helped increase student engagement, collaboration, and independence, allowing learners to explore concepts in creative and hands-on ways while building important technology skills that will benefit them beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the iPad has expanded opportunities for differentiated instruction and personalized learning. Students can work at their own pace, receive immediate feedback, and access resources that help them strengthen areas of need while extending their learning in areas of strength. This technology has made learning more accessible and inclusive for all students, creating a classroom environment where every child has the tools to participate, grow, and succeed. We are incredibly grateful for this generous donation and the positive difference it continues to make in our classroom every day.","fullyFundedDate":1773507297511,"projectUrl":"project/ipad-for-the-classroom/10029890/","projectTitle":"iPad for the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Burgos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5872696_orig.jpg?crop=1036,1036,x480,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757525922411","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5872696"},{"teacherId":10079001,"projectId":9994170,"letterContent":"Before this project was funded, I did not have a dedicated computer in my classroom. As a Special Education Social Intervention teacher, having access to reliable technology is essential for creating individualized materials, tracking student progress, communicating with families and colleagues, and accessing instructional resources. The Mac Mini has made these tasks much more efficient and allows me to better meet the unique needs of my students. Because of your generosity, I can spend more time focused on supporting student growth and success rather than working around technology limitations. This donation has strengthened our classroom and positively impacted every student I serve. Thank you for investing in my students and helping provide the tools we need to learn, grow, and thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1768243818589,"projectUrl":"project/inspirational-instruction-through-a-mac/9994170/","projectTitle":"Inspirational Instruction Through a Mac Mini Desktop Computer","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Crum","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10079001_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y193&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754600591747","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10079001"},{"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"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_70431","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":2124,"numTeachers":86,"percentFrplEligible":71,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":33,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":52,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":2,"percentMultiracialImputed":5,"gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"24.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":64.8,"schoolId":70431,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about North Valleys High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"North Valleys High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/washoe-county-school-district/north-valleys-high-school/70431"}