{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Horizon Science Academy - Dayton High School","outOfStateSupporters":48.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10111535,"projectId":9534638,"letterContent":"I want to extend my deepest appreciation for your generous support of our \"Lights, Camera, Action — Our Student Broadcast!\" project. Thanks to you, our classroom received a new TV and a secure, adjustable TV mount—two resources that have already made a tremendous difference in how my students learn, collaborate, and produce their media projects.\r\n\r\nBefore this project was funded, students often struggled to review video segments, critique work together, or analyze examples of professional broadcasts. We relied on a small, outdated monitor that was difficult for the whole class to see clearly. As a result, group learning was limited, and students couldn't always fully engage in the visual elements that are so important in media production.\r\n\r\nThe arrival of the new TV has completely changed our classroom environment. The large, high-quality screen allows all students—no matter where they're seated—to clearly see footage, graphics, edits, and demonstrations. When we review student work together, everyone can participate and offer feedback. When we study professional examples, students can actually observe the techniques we're discussing: framing, transitions, movement, pacing, visual storytelling, and more.\r\n\r\nThe TV mount has also been a major upgrade for our space. Because it is safely secured and adjustable, we can tilt or reposition the screen depending on the activity. This flexibility has made the room more functional and collaborative. Whether students are working as a broadcast team, reviewing scripts, editing audiovisual projects, or analyzing segments together, the shared display has become the central hub of our lessons.\r\n\r\nOne of the biggest changes I've seen is how confident students have become when presenting their work. Showing their projects on a large screen makes them feel like their creations matter. They take more pride in their editing choices, their graphics, and their storytelling because the class can experience their work at full quality—not on a small laptop or a screen that was hard to see.\r\n\r\nThis equipment has also strengthened students' collaboration skills. Instead of crowding around a small device, groups can now gather comfortably and discuss ideas while viewing the same content clearly. This has led to stronger discussions, better revisions, and more thoughtful decision-making. Students are starting to talk and think like a real media team—something that would not have been possible without your support.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your kindness has helped validate my students' creativity. Many of them have never had access to tools like this, yet they are eager to learn, eager to improve, and eager to create meaningful projects. The TV and mount may seem simple, but they have opened up opportunities for clearer instruction, higher-quality feedback, and more engaging learning experiences.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for choosing to invest in their growth. Your generosity has brought new energy, new possibilities, and new pride into our classroom. The impact you've made will be felt not only this year, but in future classes for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1759264891118,"projectUrl":"project/lights-camera-actionour-student-broad/9534638/","projectTitle":"Lights, Camera, Action—Our Student Broadcasts Need Your Help!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10111535_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754673729612","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/williamshsa"},{"teacherId":10111535,"projectId":9571966,"letterContent":"I am writing today with deep gratitude and excitement to share how your generous support of our \"Graphic Design & Photo Editing\" project has transformed the learning experience for my students at Horizon Science Academy — Dayton High School. Because of your contribution, our classroom has gained new, high-performance computers and headphones — tools that have made a real difference in our ability to teach and learn digital design and photo-editing skills at a professional level. \r\n\r\nFrom the moment the equipment arrived, the energy in the room changed. Students who previously struggled with outdated computers — freezing screens, slow load times, editing crashes — immediately noticed the difference. For the first time, they could run industry-standard graphic software smoothly, handle large photo files, and experiment with more advanced effects without worrying about the limitations of their hardware. Several students stayed after class to explore tools they had only read about before — layering images, manipulating color, retouching photos — and their excitement was palpable.\r\n\r\nOne of my juniors, who had been hesitant about digital design because of the frustrating technical limitations, told me after class, \"These new computers make me feel like I'm actually doing real design work.\" That statement really struck me. It reinforced how meaningful this project is — not just in terms of providing resources, but in building students' confidence and sense of professionalism.\r\n\r\nBecause of your gift, students are now producing higher-quality posters, photo edits, and design projects for class assignments. This shift has given them a taste of real-world multimedia and design work — something many of them had never imagined before stepping into this class. For a large number of our students, this class is more than a school elective: it's a chance to explore future careers in media, marketing, graphic design, or digital art. Your support didn't just buy computers... you helped open doors to possibilities. \r\n\r\nBeyond technical improvements, I've noticed a change in the classroom atmosphere. Students are more engaged, more collaborative, and more willing to experiment creatively. Some are helping each other with editing tips; others are sharing design ideas and giving peer feedback. The headphones have also helped — giving students the ability to work individually without distraction, which is especially important when they're working with video editing, audio, or detailed photo work.","fullyFundedDate":1757341400227,"projectUrl":"project/graphic-design-photo-editing/9571966/","projectTitle":"Graphic Design & Photo Editing","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10111535_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754673729612","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/williamshsa"},{"teacherId":8917873,"projectId":9861663,"letterContent":"We want to share our heartfelt thanks with the donors for the generous gift of Ninja cooking tools and machines. The new equipment has transformed our classroom by making hands‑on food‑science labs practical and engaging: students are using the blenders, air fryer, and food processor to investigate chemical reactions in cooking, test how temperature affects texture, and collect data on changes in mass and volume during experiments. A recent project had small groups design and run experiments comparing emulsification techniques for salad dressings — they measured ingredient ratios, documented results, and presented conclusions with photos and graphs. When the cart of shiny new appliances arrived, the students burst into cheers and dove straight into exploratory questions, eager to plan experiments and volunteer as lab leads; their curiosity and collaboration levels jumped immediately. Next, we'll build on those skills by having students design controlled experiments that test variables such as heat, time, and ingredient proportions, record and analyze their data, and create formal lab reports and short instructional videos demonstrating their methods and findings. These steps will strengthen science practices like hypothesis testing, data analysis, peer review, and science communication. Not to mention more cooking days for science — all made possible by your support. Thank you for giving our students authentic, memorable, and rigorous learning experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1763498710811,"projectUrl":"project/whats-cooking-in-middle-school/9861663/","projectTitle":"What’s Cooking in Middle School","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Robinson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8917873_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751068504156","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/your-fav-teacher"},{"teacherId":10341985,"projectId":9875983,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has become a more supportive and welcoming space. The snacks help students stay focused during lessons, the hygiene products give them confidence, and the washer and dryer have relieved so much stress for families who need clean clothes.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments was when a student washed her shirt and said, \"I feel so much better now.\" It was a small thing, but it meant everything to her.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new resources, they were excited and a little surprised—many asked, *\r\nThis is really for us?\r\n\r\nRight now, we're working on a project about building healthy habits and self-advocacy, and these resources have become a real part of that learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for making such a meaningful difference for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1763502096286,"projectUrl":"project/project-stand-in-the-gap/9875983/","projectTitle":"Project Stand in the Gap","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. A","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10341985_orig.png?crop=148,148,x0,y81&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762360204433","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10341985"},{"teacherId":10340839,"projectId":9872944,"letterContent":"I want to share how grateful my students and I are for the generous pantry snacks you provided for our classroom. These resources have already made a meaningful impact. We use them daily to support focus, comfort, and community—especially for students who come to school hungry or need a little extra encouragement to get through the day. One student told me, \"Now I don't have to worry about being hungry during reading. I can just learn,\" and that moment truly showed how powerful your support is.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the snack pantry fully stocked, their faces lit up with surprise. Several of them asked, \"Are these really for us?\" They were excited, relieved, and visibly more at ease knowing they have what they need to take care of themselves throughout the day.\r\n\r\nYour contribution allowed you to see a small glimpse of our classroom, and I'd love to share what's next. Right now, our class is working on a unit about understanding word choice, tone, and mood in literature. These snacks help students stay engaged during reading workshops, group discussions, and independent work time. With their basic needs met, they're more confident, more focused, and more willing to participate.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting not just our learning, but the well-being of every student who walks into this school. Your kindness has created an environment where my students feel cared for, supported, and ready to grow.","fullyFundedDate":1763059755603,"projectUrl":"project/help-keep-our-pantry-stocked/9872944/","projectTitle":"Help Keep Our Pantry Stocked","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tennon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10340839_orig.png?crop=164,164,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762269919283","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10340839"},{"teacherId":8917873,"projectId":9798353,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support providing snacks, our students will be able to create snack packs for the entire school. This project will have a tremendous impact on both the students receiving the snacks and those involved in assembling them.\r\nIn the classroom, we will organize a hands-on project where students work together to assemble snack packs with care and kindness. It's inspiring to see their enthusiasm and teamwork when they prepare these type of packs for their peers who may not have food at home. The moment when students first see the abundance of snacks is full of excitement and pride—they understand the importance of their role in helping others.\r\nYour contribution supports our students in a meaningful way to practice empathy and responsibility. As we move forward, they will continue to take part in this initiative while also learning about community service and the impact of giving back. Next, we plan to integrate discussions about nutrition and social responsibility into our lessons, building on this real-world experience.\r\nThank you for making a difference in our classroom and our school community. Your kindness not only nourishes bodies but also hearts and minds.","fullyFundedDate":1760640931125,"projectUrl":"project/eats-and-treats/9798353/","projectTitle":"Eats and Treats","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Robinson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8917873_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751068504156","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/your-fav-teacher"},{"teacherId":8917873,"projectId":9351534,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous contributions to our middle school science classroom. Your donations of alternative seating, a new desk, carpet, iPad, printer, classroom decor, and more have truly transformed the learning environment for our students.\r\n\r\nMany of you use technology regularly at home, yet the way it is integrated into our classrooms is unique and purposeful. The iPad, for example, allows students to engage interactively with science concepts through educational apps and virtual experiments that bring lessons to life. It supports personalized learning, letting students explore topics at their own pace and style, which is especially helpful for diverse learning needs.\r\n\r\nWhat excites our students the most about this new technology is the ability to instantly access information, participate in collaborative projects, and visualize complex scientific phenomena in ways that textbooks alone cannot provide. The printer has streamlined their ability to produce and share their work, boosting their confidence and pride in their learning.\r\n\r\nWe have noticed that students who were previously hesitant or less engaged have especially warmed to the iPad and other technology tools. For example, some students who struggle with traditional note-taking excel when they can use interactive apps and digital resources. The new seating and carpet create a comfortable, inviting space where students feel more focused and motivated to participate.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, our classroom is now a vibrant, dynamic place where every student has the tools and environment to succeed and be inspired.","fullyFundedDate":1759264891552,"projectUrl":"project/its-the-little-things-/9351534/","projectTitle":"Its the Little Things !","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Robinson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8917873_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751068504156","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/your-fav-teacher"},{"teacherId":8917873,"projectId":9390453,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the wonderful items you donated to our classroom! The new resources are being used in a variety of ways to create a more comfortable and engaging learning environment for our students. The hammock chair and bean bag provide cozy spaces for reading and group work, helping students feel relaxed and focused.\r\nWhen the students first saw the plush pillows and decorations, they were excited and happy to have such fun and inviting items in the classroom. These additions have helped create a warm and welcoming atmosphere that supports both learning and creativity.\r\nMoving forward, we plan to continue using these resources to enhance student projects and daily activities. The comfortable seating encourages collaboration and independent work, while the decorative items brighten the space and make it more inviting.\r\nWe truly appreciate your support and are grateful for how these donations are enriching our classroom experience!","fullyFundedDate":1759264890079,"projectUrl":"project/comfy-seating/9390453/","projectTitle":"Comfy seating!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Robinson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8917873_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751068504156","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/your-fav-teacher"},{"teacherId":8917873,"projectId":9145154,"letterContent":"We are thrilled to share how your generous support for the snack corner snacks and the Nina machine project has positively impacted our students' learning experiences!\r\nWith the introduction of the snack corner, students now have access to snacks that keep their energy levels up and their minds focused throughout the school day. For a classroom project on nutrition, we used the snacks as a hands-on learning opportunity. Students participated in discussions about healthy eating habits and even created their own snack recipes, applying what they learned about food groups and balanced diets. The excitement in the room was palpable as they tasted their creations and shared ideas with each other.\r\nWhen the Nina machine was first introduced, students were in awe. Their eyes lit up as they realized they could create their own smoothies and drinks, blending fun with learning. This moment sparked a new interest in science and technology as they explored the processes behind blending and concocting different flavors. \r\nLooking ahead, we have plans for our students to dive deeper into our nutrition project by conducting surveys about their favorite snacks and analyzing the data to create graphs. This will integrate math and science skills with real-world applications, reinforcing the importance of healthy choices while enhancing their analytical abilities. \r\nYour contributions have not only provided valuable resources but have also fostered a sense of excitement and engagement in our classroom. Thank you for believing in our students and for being an integral part of their educational journey. We can't wait to share more successes with you in the future!","fullyFundedDate":1746787338636,"projectUrl":"project/snack-corner/9145154/","projectTitle":"Snack Corner!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Robinson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8917873_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751068504156","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/your-fav-teacher"},{"teacherId":8917873,"projectId":9234756,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for the generous donation of snacks to our classroom! The students and I are using these resources in various ways to enhance our learning environment. For example, during our recent project on ecosystems, we organized a special \"Ecosystem Exploration\" day. After hands-on activities where students built models of different ecosystems, we enjoyed the snacks together. This not only boosted their energy but also fostered a relaxed atmosphere for discussion and reflection on what we learned.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the snacks, their reactions were filled with excitement. Many exclaimed, \"This is awesome!\" and \"I can't wait to try these!\" Their enthusiasm reinforced a sense of community in our class, making them feel valued and supported.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, our next steps involve continuing our exploration of ecosystems by diving deeper into the impact of human activities on these environments. Students will be working on a project where they research and present solutions to real-world ecological issues. The snacks will continue to play a role in maintaining a positive classroom environment as we engage in group discussions and collaborative activities.\r\n\r\nThe support from our donors has made a significant difference, and I am eager to share how their contributions are fostering a vibrant learning atmosphere in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1746499819860,"projectUrl":"project/bloom-into-spring-testing/9234756/","projectTitle":"Bloom Into Spring Testing","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Robinson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8917873_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751068504156","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/your-fav-teacher"},{"teacherId":8917873,"projectId":9015991,"letterContent":"With the new winter essentials funded for our science classroom, my students and I have been able to create a more comfortable and hygienic learning environment. One specific project involved a hands-on experiment exploring the effects of temperature on chemical reactions. The hand warmers allowed students to maintain a comfortable temperature while conducting experiments, ensuring that their focus remained on learning rather than discomfort. When the students first saw the materials, their reactions were filled with excitement and appreciation. They were particularly thrilled about the hand warmers, expressing relief that they could stay warm while engaging in science activities and outside during the cold winter months. Looking ahead, the next steps for my students involve a project on environmental science, where they will research and present solutions for maintaining hygiene and sanitation in various ecosystems. This project will not only deepen their understanding of the importance of hygiene in science but also encourage them to think critically about how these practices can be applied in real-world situations.","fullyFundedDate":1737574736713,"projectUrl":"project/winter-essentials-in-and-out-of-the-clas/9015991/","projectTitle":"Winter Essentials In and Out of the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Robinson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8917873_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751068504156","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/your-fav-teacher"},{"teacherId":8917873,"projectId":8927772,"letterContent":"With the new snack closet resources, my students and I have created a supportive environment where they can access snacks whenever they feel hungry or need a little pick-me-up during the school day. When they first saw the snack closet, their eyes lit up with excitement, and they couldn't wait to explore the variety of options available to them. The initial reaction was filled with gratitude and joy, as they realized that their needs were being acknowledged and met. Looking ahead, the next steps for my students involve applying their knowledge by preparing presentations on healthy snacks and their benefits, encouraging them to engage deeper with the topic and share their findings with their peers. 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