{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Hiroshi Miyamura High School","outOfStateSupporters":67.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9459500,"projectId":10670225,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping bring \"From Chaos to Calm: Tools to Help My Students Thrive\" to life. Your generosity has made our English classroom feel more organized, welcoming, and ready for learning.\r\n\r\nFor students, school technology is more than a screen: Chromebooks help them draft and revise essays, research reliable sources, and submit assignments. The wireless mouse makes navigating documents and research easier, while the comfortable wrist-rest mouse pads and extended desk mats give students a more supportive workspace during longer writing sessions. Fresh AA and AAA batteries help keep classroom devices and accessories ready to use, so learning can continue without avoidable interruptions.\r\n\r\nThe five-tier desk trays give students a clear place to sort papers, find handouts, and keep work moving toward completion. The new monthly planner supports goal-setting and planning ahead—important executive-functioning skills that can make a big difference when students are balancing assignments and deadlines. And the jumbo squishy stress balls offer a quiet, practical way to pause, settle, and refocus when a student feels overwhelmed.\r\n\r\nStudents have especially enjoyed choosing a mouse pad that feels like their own, and the squishy balls have quickly become a favorite calming tool. \r\n\r\nThank you for seeing what our students need and helping us create a calmer space where they can organize their thoughts, build confidence, and do their best work. Your support is already making a meaningful difference.","fullyFundedDate":1790602978925,"projectUrl":"project/from-chaos-to-calm-tools-to-help-my-stu/10670225/","projectTitle":"From Chaos to Calm: Tools to Help My Students Thrive","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. A","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9459500"},{"teacherId":9459500,"projectId":10311937,"letterContent":"Thank you for making \"The Write Stuff: Stocking Our Classroom for Success\" possible. Your generosity has brought practical resources that help our high school English classroom feel more organized, welcoming, and ready for learning. Students use the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 for reading, research, and drafting, while the laptop stand makes it easier to work comfortably. The drawer organizers keep shared supplies within reach, and the red paper helps us prepare and sort classroom materials.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the tablet and the organized supplies, they were eager to get started. During a recent writing activity, students used the tablet to explore ideas and gather information before beginning their drafts, then moved into the writing process with the materials they needed close at hand. Having these resources available helps reduce classroom clutter and makes it easier for students to focus, participate, and build confidence as writers. The Eucalyptus Mint refills also add a gentle, welcoming touch to the classroom.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll continue using the tablet for research and drafting as students develop, revise, and share their writing. The organizers and paper will support our day-to-day lessons, helping students find what they need and keep their work on track. Thank you for investing in our students and helping us create a more supportive space for reading, writing, and learning together.","fullyFundedDate":1787870380353,"projectUrl":"project/the-write-stuff-stocking-our-classroom/10311937/","projectTitle":"The Write Stuff: Stocking Our Classroom for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. A","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9459500"},{"teacherId":9459500,"projectId":10610179,"letterContent":"Thank you for making \"Calm Minds, Focused Learning: Creating a Sensory-Friendly Classroom\" possible. Your generosity has brought thoughtful, practical supports to our high school English classroom. Students can now choose from a variety of mini squishy and mochi fidgets when they need a quiet way to manage stress during reading, writing, or class discussions. Our new wall calendar also helps make assignments, milestones, and routines easier to see and plan for, while the Warm Vanilla Sugar Wallflowers refills add a gentle, welcoming touch to the room.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the fidgets, they were excited to explore the different shapes and textures. During a recent writing session, one student quietly chose a squishy, settled into the task, and kept working through a challenging paragraph. Moments like that remind us that a small, discreet tool can help students feel more comfortable and ready to learn. The calendar gives everyone a clearer view of what's ahead, helping reduce uncertainty and support students as they balance demanding coursework.\r\n\r\nWe'll continue offering these tools as students read complex texts, develop their writing, and share ideas with one another. The fidgets provide a quiet option for self-regulation, and the calendar will help us build predictable routines and celebrate progress along the way. Thank you for helping create a calmer, more supportive classroom where students can focus, participate, and do their best work.","fullyFundedDate":1790602975157,"projectUrl":"project/calm-minds-focused-learning-creating/10610179/","projectTitle":"Calm Minds, Focused Learning: Creating a Sensory-Friendly Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. A","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9459500"},{"teacherId":9459500,"projectId":10555578,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting \"Brain Food for Test Days: Snacks to Help Students Succeed.\" My students in different grade levels enjoy the snacks during interim assessments, quizzes, and unit tests in English Language Arts. When I first brought them into the classroom, students were excited and grateful—more than a few smiled and asked if they could choose a snack before getting started. For students who may not have eaten before school, this thoughtful support helps make a challenging testing day feel more welcoming.\r\n\r\nI've seen students settle into assessments with greater comfort and focus, knowing they can have a snack when they need one. It's a simple but meaningful way to show that nutrition and learning go hand in hand: students are better able to give their attention to reading, writing, and demonstrating what they know when they aren't distracted by hunger. We'll continue offering snacks during upcoming interim assessments, quizzes, and unit tests, helping students feel supported as they take on new challenges. Thank you for caring about our students and contributing to their success.","fullyFundedDate":1790603037131,"projectUrl":"project/brain-food-for-test-days-snacks-to-help/10555578/","projectTitle":"Brain Food for Test Days: Snacks to Help Students Succeed","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. A","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9459500"},{"teacherId":9621160,"projectId":10139921,"letterContent":"The Small Rewards, Big Encouragement project has brought meaningful encouragement and excitement to our classroom. Students are using the colorful gel pens for their daily classwork, writing activities, and assignments, while the appreciation cards give me an opportunity to personally recognize their effort, perseverance, and growth.\r\n\r\nWhen students first received the materials, they were excited to see that their hard work was being recognized in a tangible and personal way. Even small rewards have helped students feel appreciated and motivated, especially when they have worked through challenging assignments or continued trying after making mistakes.\r\n\r\nThese resources are helping us build a classroom culture where effort, determination, and resilience are celebrated, not just perfect results. As we move forward, I will continue using these small celebrations to encourage students to stay engaged, take pride in their work, and challenge themselves academically. Our next goal is to continue building confidence and perseverance as students work toward their academic goals for the remainder of the school year.","fullyFundedDate":1787932968099,"projectUrl":"project/small-rewards-big-encouragement/10139921/","projectTitle":"Small Rewards, Big Encouragement","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9621160_orig.png?crop=1413,1413,x0,y358&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745521309363","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9621160"},{"teacherId":9459500,"projectId":10554995,"letterContent":"I am thrilled to share that the refrigerator you so generously funded has just arrived in my classroom! While we haven't had the chance to use it yet, my students and I are already excited about the difference it will make during state testing and throughout the school year. Many of my high schoolers arrive early for extra help or stay late working on assignments, and now they'll be able to keep healthy snacks, drinks, and meals fresh and ready when they need that extra fuel to stay focused.\r\n\r\nWhen I told my students that the refrigerator was on its way, their reactions were priceless. Several asked in disbelief, \"Really? We're getting a fridge in here?\" Others immediately started making plans about what they'd bring to store—everything from fruit and yogurt to leftovers from home. For many of my students who balance demanding schedules with jobs and family responsibilities, having access to nutritious food during long school days means they won't have to choose between staying focused and staying fed. The excitement in the room was contagious, and I could see how much it meant to them that someone cared enough to make this happen.\r\n\r\nAs we prepare for state testing in the coming weeks, this refrigerator will become an essential part of our classroom routine. My goal is to create a space where students know they can take care of their basic needs so they can perform their best academically. Beyond testing, I envision this fridge supporting students year-round—during study sessions, club meetings, and those long afternoons when they need a boost to keep going. Thank you for investing in my students' success and well-being. Your generosity has shown them that their community believes in them, and that means everything.","fullyFundedDate":1789582048280,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-focus-a-refrigerator-to-keep-st/10554995/","projectTitle":"Fueling Focus: a Refrigerator to Keep Students Nourished During Testing","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. A","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9459500"},{"teacherId":9621160,"projectId":10547710,"letterContent":"Through Equip Young Minds to Read, Create, and Innovate, I am able to provide an iPad Air and Apple Pencil for a student who benefits from having a different way to access learning and demonstrate understanding. While an iPad may seem like simply another device, for this particular student, having access to the right technology can make a meaningful difference. It provides an alternative to traditional paper-and-pencil tasks and gives the student greater flexibility to read, annotate, organize ideas, write, research, and complete creative projects. In my ELA classroom, I want every student to have a way to participate meaningfully, and this technology helps remove some of the barriers that can make traditional learning tasks challenging.\r\n\r\nWhat makes this project especially meaningful to me is seeing how a device can give a student another pathway to success. The Apple Pencil allows the student to write, draw, annotate, and organize ideas in a way that feels more natural and manageable, while the iPad provides access to digital tools that support learning and creativity. The student can also participate in our Business Integration activities by researching, designing, creating presentations, and developing digital projects. Rather than focusing on what the student may find difficult, this technology allows me to focus on what the student can create and accomplish when given the right tools.\r\n\r\nYour support is helping me provide more than a device, it is providing access, flexibility, confidence, and opportunity. As a teacher, it means so much to be able to offer a student a tool that better matches their learning needs and allows them to show what they know in their own way. Thank you for helping me create a classroom where every student has the opportunity to participate, create, and experience success.","fullyFundedDate":1788197469951,"projectUrl":"project/equip-young-minds-to-read-create-and-i/10547710/","projectTitle":"Equip Young Minds to Read, Create, and Innovate","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9621160_orig.png?crop=1413,1413,x0,y358&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745521309363","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9621160"},{"teacherId":9621160,"projectId":10215716,"letterContent":"Beyond the Page has brought new energy and excitement to my classroom by giving my students opportunities to use technology in ways that go beyond simply completing an assignment. With digital collaboration tools, my students can work together in real time, exchange ideas, give feedback, and build their understanding together. Technology has also allowed me to provide different learning pathways so students can engage with lessons in ways that match their needs, strengths, and learning styles. I have seen students become more willing to participate when they can create, explore, and demonstrate their learning using hands-on digital tools.\r\n\r\nWhat excites my students most is the opportunity to create something of their own. Instead of only reading a text and answering questions, they can turn their ideas into digital products, collaborate with classmates, and see their learning come to life. I have especially noticed students who are sometimes quiet or hesitant to participate become more involved when they are given a digital space to share their ideas and creativity. For me, the greatest impact of this project is seeing my students realize that their voices, ideas, and creativity matter. Your support is helping me create a classroom where students are not only learning from the page but also going beyond it to create, collaborate, and think critically.","fullyFundedDate":1787870380792,"projectUrl":"project/beyond-the-page-unlocking-creativity-th/10215716/","projectTitle":"Beyond the Page, Unlocking Creativity Through Digital Collaboration","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9621160_orig.png?crop=1413,1413,x0,y358&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745521309363","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9621160"},{"teacherId":9459500,"projectId":10466112,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making our classroom transformation possible! Your generosity has created a learning environment where my students can truly thrive.\r\n\r\nHow We're Using the Materials:\r\n\r\nThe Brother label printer has been a game-changer! Within the first week, we labeled every bin, shelf, supply basket, and storage area in our classroom. But the best part? My students became the labeling team. They helped decide what labels we needed, practiced reading the words, and took turns placing them around the room. One student said, \"Now I don't have to ask where anything is—I can just read it!\" That moment of independence was exactly what we hoped for.\r\n\r\nThe small collapsible baskets have organized our supply stations beautifully—one for pencils, one for erasers, one for crayons—all clearly labeled. The desk organizers keep our classroom library checkout system running smoothly, and students know exactly where to return books. The rechargeable lamps have created cozy reading corners where students can focus during independent reading time.\r\n\r\nTheir Reaction:\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, my students were SO excited! They gathered around as we unboxed everything, and when I showed them the label maker, they cheered. \"We're going to be so organized!\" one student shouted. The mochi squishy toys became our first set of rewards for students who help maintain our newly organized space, and they've been highly motivated! The Eucalyptus Mint Wallflowers have created a calm, welcoming atmosphere that students notice the moment they walk in. \"It smells like a spa in here!\" one student said—and honestly, that peaceful environment helps us all focus.\r\n\r\nWhat's Next:\r\n\r\nNow that our classroom is organized, we're taking our learning to the next level. Students are using their newfound independence to lead small-group projects, manage materials during science experiments, and keep our daily routines running smoothly. We're currently working on a student-led \"Classroom Caretaker\" program where rotating teams are responsible for checking that everything is in its labeled place at the end of each day. They're building responsibility, literacy skills, and pride in their space—all because of your support.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and investing in their learning environment. You've given them more than labels and organizers—you've given them confidence, independence, and ownership of their education. We are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1787220276056,"projectUrl":"project/label-it-learn-it-own-it/10466112/","projectTitle":"\"Label It, Learn It, Own It!\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. A","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9459500"},{"teacherId":9621160,"projectId":10190819,"letterContent":"My students have been using the colorful markers to make literature come alive on the page. During our reading activities, they use different colors to annotate important details, identify themes, track character development, and connect ideas across the text. When they first saw the materials, they were excited to use them and make their work their own. I loved seeing students proudly share their colorful annotations and explain the thinking behind their choices.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to use these materials for visual literary analysis projects, including theme maps, character-development charts, and visual representations of important passages. These activities will help students move beyond simply reading literature to thinking deeply, making connections, and expressing their understanding creatively. Thank you for giving my students the tools to turn their ideas into something they can see, share, and be proud of.","fullyFundedDate":1778261779716,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-expression-through-colorful-l/10190819/","projectTitle":"Empowering Expression Through Colorful Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9621160_orig.png?crop=1413,1413,x0,y358&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745521309363","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9621160"},{"teacherId":9459500,"projectId":9892926,"letterContent":"When we launch this loaner computer program, we'll transform how equitably our students access learning. Students who arrive with broken devices or forget their laptops won't face the stressful choice of falling behind on an assessment or missing instruction—they'll grab a reliable loaner and continue seamlessly. What will excite students most is the confidence it will bring—they'll know they won't be penalized by technology failures beyond their control. Teachers will spend less time troubleshooting and more time teaching, and we expect to see meaningful improvements in assessment completion rates and instructional momentum.\r\n\r\nThe impact will extend far beyond test day. Students without devices at home will be able to borrow a loaner to complete homework, access research databases, and practice skills in the evening. We anticipate particular growth among students from under-resourced households who currently have limited access to computers outside school. Imagine a student who can finally finish projects thoughtfully instead of rushing through them at lunch, or a family that gains access to learning tools they couldn't otherwise afford. This program will level the playing field so that access to technology is never a barrier to success.\r\n\r\nWhat donors may not immediately realize is how much teacher time this will free up. Currently, staff spend hours troubleshooting devices, managing exceptions for missing technology, and administering make-up tests. With loaner computers in place, that energy will go directly to instruction and student support. Your investment won't just provide devices—it will remove the friction that keeps great teaching from happening. Together, we'll create a learning environment where every student has what they need to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1772305367754,"projectUrl":"project/loaner-program-ensuring-every-student/9892926/","projectTitle":"Loaner Program — Ensuring Every Student Can Test and Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. A","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9459500"},{"teacherId":10037882,"projectId":9831192,"letterContent":"When the vibrant color printer arrived in my classroom through DonorsChoose, I felt a genuine sense of gratitude, not just for the equipment, but for the opportunity it represented. While many of our donors use color printers at home for family photos and documents, they may not realize the profound educational power this technology brings to the classroom. The colored printer allows me to create visually differentiated learning materials that directly support how students' brains process mathematical information. When students see angles color coded in different hues, they instantly distinguish between complementary and supplementary angles without needing lengthy verbal explanations. Shapes rendered in vibrant colors help students with visual processing challenges recognize geometric properties more easily. High quality prints mean students can annotate and mark up materials without losing clarity, turning passive worksheets into active learning tools. Most importantly, color printing creates materials that feel professional and engaging, signaling to students that what they're learning truly matters.\r\nThe colored printer has fundamentally transformed not just individual student motivation, but our entire classroom dynamic. Discussions are richer, peer collaboration has increased, and students who once sat passively now actively engage with concepts. I've noticed fewer behavior disruptions and more genuine mathematical curiosity. Thanks to this DonorsChoose project, my Geometry classroom has become a space where students don't just learn geometry, they celebrate it, create with it, and own their mathematical thinking. This printer has given my students permission to love mathematics, and that's a gift I'll never take for granted.","fullyFundedDate":1770675504663,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-geometry-to-life-with-vibrant-p/9831192/","projectTitle":"Bringing Geometry to Life with Vibrant Prints","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. M","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10037882"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_66026","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1237,"numTeachers":69,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":70,"percentLatinx":19,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":2,"gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"17.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":32.9,"schoolId":66026,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Hiroshi Miyamura High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Hiroshi Miyamura High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-mexico/gallup-mckinley-co-school-dist/miyamura-high-school/66026"}