{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Spanish Springs High School","outOfStateSupporters":31.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10399570,"projectId":9995431,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations of folders, bookmarks, alternative seating options, activities, books, and fidgets for my speech and language students. Your support has made a meaningful difference in the learning environment and in the progress my students are able to achieve each day.\r\nThe organizational tools—such as folders and bookmarks—have helped students stay focused, follow routines more independently, and feel confident managing their materials during speech sessions. The alternative seating options have been especially impactful for students who benefit from movement or sensory regulation, allowing them to stay engaged and participate more fully in their communication goals.\r\nAdditionally, the activities, books, and fidgets you provided have expanded both my instructional resources and my professional knowledge. These materials allow me to create more engaging, individualized lessons that meet students' diverse needs while also supporting their attention and comfort.\r\nYour generosity directly supports student success, builds a more accessible and encouraging learning space, and enriches the tools I rely on to help every child grow in their communication skills. Thank you for making such a positive and lasting impact.","fullyFundedDate":1768271488037,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-alternative-skills/9995431/","projectTitle":"Enhancing Alternative Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ashby","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10399570"},{"teacherId":8122261,"projectId":9989296,"letterContent":"Students are grateful for having new cello bows to use. They are very pleased with being able to create a full sound now. \r\n\r\nStudents reacted pleasantly when we received the new bows. They are happy that they have new equipment to use. \r\n\r\nStudents were able to use the new bows at our District festival competition. Each of the 3 orchestras share the cellos and they get used a lot. We scored superior (the highest rating) from all the judges for two orchestras. The third orchestra received a mix of one superior and two excellent ratings.","fullyFundedDate":1768057063810,"projectUrl":"project/sshs-cello-bows/9989296/","projectTitle":"SSHS Cello Bows","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jordan Gotchy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8122261"},{"teacherId":8125772,"projectId":9989815,"letterContent":"I want to extend my deepest and most heartfelt appreciation for your thoughtful contributions to my classroom. Your kindness has had an immediate and meaningful impact on both my teaching environment and—most importantly—my students. Thanks to your support, our classroom now has an organized space for instructional materials and a supply of candy and snacks that have become an invaluable tool for boosting engagement and participation. I cannot thank you enough for investing in my students' learning experience.\r\nOne of the items you helped provide was a drawer organizer, and although it may seem simple, it has transformed the way I manage classroom materials. Before receiving it, I often struggled with keeping copies, handouts, and activity guides readily accessible. Now everything has a place, allowing me to transition smoothly between lessons and spend more time actively engaging with students rather than searching for materials. This increased efficiency has already improved the flow of class and the structure of daily lessons, creating a more positive learning environment.\r\nThe snacks and candy have made an especially powerful difference. High school students are wonderfully honest—snacks speak to them in ways that lectures sometimes cannot! Incorporating small treats as positive reinforcement has encouraged even some of my most hesitant students to participate more openly in discussions, volunteer for activities, and take greater ownership of their learning. What once felt like pulling teeth to get students involved has now become something they look forward to. Participation rates have grown so noticeably that students themselves comment on how lively and interactive class has become.\r\nBeyond increasing participation, the snacks have added an unexpected layer of joy and comfort to the classroom. Many students appreciate having something small to look forward to, whether it's earning a piece of candy for answering a challenging question or receiving a snack after pushing themselves academically. These moments have helped create a supportive and welcoming environment where students feel seen, valued, and encouraged. It has helped foster a sense of community that goes beyond academics—students cheer for one another, celebrate each other's successes, and feel more confident contributing to class discussions.\r\nYour generosity has impacted more than just immediate classroom needs; it has strengthened our classroom culture as a whole. I see more smiles, more raised hands, and more students willing to take academic risks. They are more invested in their learning, more motivated to stay engaged, and more connected to one another as peers. These positive changes, made possible through your donations, remind me how powerful small acts of support can be.\r\nThank you for believing in my students and supporting our growing classroom community. Your kindness is not only appreciated— it is making a real difference each and every day. Please know that your contribution is helping shape a brighter, more encouraging learning environment where students feel excited to show up and participate.","fullyFundedDate":1770923075123,"projectUrl":"project/focused-minds/9989815/","projectTitle":"Focused Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reugebrink","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8125772"},{"teacherId":8126422,"projectId":10007033,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our volleyball program. Because of your generosity, our athletes are now using the new training equipment during every practice. We've incorporated the training nets, target zones, resistance bands, and passing platforms into skill-specific drills that focus on serving accuracy, controlled passing, and explosive footwork. One powerful moment came during a serving challenge where players used the new targets to aim for specific zones on the court. The improvement in focus and confidence was immediate. Athletes who previously struggled with consistency were celebrating successful serves and encouraging their teammates. The equipment has allowed us to break skills down, practice with intention, and build confidence step by step.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we're using this equipment to prepare for upcoming matches and to develop a structured skills progression plan. Players are setting individual performance goals—like increasing serve accuracy percentages and improving reaction time on defense—and tracking their growth throughout the season. Your support has elevated the quality of our practices and created an environment where athletes can train with purpose and confidence. Thank you for investing in our team and helping our student-athletes grow not only as volleyball players, but as leaders and teammates.","fullyFundedDate":1768185680493,"projectUrl":"project/building-skills-and-teamwork-through-vol/10007033/","projectTitle":"Building Skills and Teamwork Through Volleyball","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Leach","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8126422"},{"teacherId":8125772,"projectId":9988962,"letterContent":"I want to express my sincere gratitude for your generous donation, which has allowed me to obtain an iPad and the essential accessories needed to support my work in the classroom. Your contribution has made a meaningful difference in my ability to teach more effectively and engage my students in new and exciting ways.\r\n\r\nHaving access to this technology has increased my mobility throughout the classroom, enabling me to move freely while managing lessons, presenting materials, and supporting students individually. Instead of being anchored to a single workstation, I can now interact with students more naturally, check in with them during activities, and provide real-time feedback as they work.\r\n\r\nThe iPad has also opened the door to more interactive and collaborative learning experiences. Students are noticeably more eager to participate when they see lessons come alive through digital tools, demonstrations, and interactive apps. This technology has helped create a more dynamic learning environment—one where students feel empowered, curious, and excited to contribute.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has had a direct and positive impact on both my teaching and my students' learning. Thank you for believing in the importance of education and for supporting the tools that help make it meaningful. Your kindness is truly appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1768047941199,"projectUrl":"project/technology-in-the-classroom/9988962/","projectTitle":"Technology in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reugebrink","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8125772"},{"teacherId":10403066,"projectId":10014328,"letterContent":"The iPad and Apple pencil has helped me teach lessons by making instruction more interactive, engaging, and flexible. I have been able to present information with images, writing, drawings, etc. so I don't have to stand in front of the promethean board. \r\n\r\nBy moving to the side of the promethean board, I am not blocking the students' view but still can project information from the iPad. Lessons can be easily adapted on the spot, allowing me to differentiate instruction and provide immediate feedback. I appreciate the state of Nevada funding this project for my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768499448189,"projectUrl":"project/instant-feedback/10014328/","projectTitle":"Instant Feedback","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10403066_orig.jpg?crop=408,408,x204,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768251947287","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403066"},{"teacherId":9004766,"projectId":8001004,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the calculators and classroom supplies. Your donation means so much in our classroom. I know that funding in the schools is a touchy subject for some people, but your help enables teachers to avoid those difficult conversations while still provideing a meaningful learning experience to my students. My class teaches high school level mathematics to kiddos with disabilities. Students with disabilities routinely struggle with all kinds of content, but math is often a class that is even more challenging because students with disabilities experience a very low frustration tolerance. Your donation has helped me with classroom tools which allows my students become more successful.","fullyFundedDate":1699238925284,"projectUrl":"project/geometry-and-algebra-school-supplies-and/8001004/","projectTitle":"Geometry and Algebra School Supplies and Calculators.","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Bleak","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9004766"},{"teacherId":8125772,"projectId":9737912,"letterContent":"I would like to express my sincere gratitude for your generous donation that provided our classroom with a full set of calculators. Your support has made a remarkable difference for my Algebra 2 students this year.\r\n\r\nHaving access to calculators has allowed my students to focus more deeply on learning new material, rather than worrying about whether they have the right tools to participate. This has created a more engaging and equitable learning environment where every student has the opportunity to succeed. I've seen greater confidence, improved problem-solving skills, and a stronger understanding of key concepts—all thanks to your contribution.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our students' success and for helping create a classroom where every learner can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1758650878093,"projectUrl":"project/calculation-explorers/9737912/","projectTitle":"Calculation explorers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reugebrink","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8125772"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_70432","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":2123,"numTeachers":103,"percentFrplEligible":58,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":58,"percentIndigenous":2,"percentLatinx":26,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"20.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":68.9,"schoolId":70432,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Spanish Springs High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Spanish Springs High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/washoe-county-school-district/spanish-springs-high-school/70432"}