{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Putnam City West High School","outOfStateSupporters":31.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5295625,"projectId":10172543,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our AP Biology students through the MiniOne Electrophoresis System! Your generosity has given students the opportunity to move beyond simply reading about DNA and experience biotechnology firsthand. With the MiniOne system, students can load and run DNA samples through an agarose gel, observe DNA fragments separating by size, and analyze their results just as scientists do in real laboratories.\r\n\r\nThis hands-on experience helps students make meaningful connections between the concepts they learn in AP Biology and the real-world applications of molecular biology. Instead of viewing DNA as something abstract in a textbook or diagram, students can actually see evidence of DNA separation and use that evidence to answer scientific questions, interpret data, and communicate their conclusions. These are important skills for success on the AP Biology exam as well as for future study and careers in biology, medicine, genetics, and biotechnology.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped make authentic laboratory experiences accessible to our students and has brought the excitement of modern biotechnology into our classroom. Thank you for investing in our students and helping them see themselves as scientists!","fullyFundedDate":1777979445631,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-dna-to-life-hands-on-electroph/10172543/","projectTitle":"Bringing DNA to Life: Hands-On Electrophoresis for Future Scientists","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Newton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5295625_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y147&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667492082551","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5295625"},{"teacherId":10003322,"projectId":10274762,"letterContent":"I am so incredibly thankful to everyone who supported this project and helped us start the new school year on the right foot! The fresh supplies have made a huge difference in our classroom. Having plenty of pencils, colorful paper, construction paper, and other everyday materials means my students can come to class prepared and ready to learn. The snack bars are also a wonderful addition because they allow me to help students who may need a little something to get through the school day. These may seem like simple supplies, but in our classroom they are things we use every single day.\r\nThe new storage cabinet and paper organizers have also helped us become much more organized. Instead of supplies being scattered around the room or difficult to find, we now have a place for everything. That organization makes our classroom run more smoothly and allows me to spend less time searching for materials and more time teaching my students. I am excited to begin the year with a classroom that feels fresh, organized, welcoming, and ready for a great year. Thank you for investing in my classroom and my students and for helping us get the new year started with the supplies and organization we need to succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1783343004013,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-supplies/10274762/","projectTitle":"Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Molskness","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10003322"},{"teacherId":10003322,"projectId":9981561,"letterContent":"Receiving new softball equipment, including hitting nets and weighted balls, has already made a meaningful difference for our softball program. These resources give our student athletes more opportunities to work on their skills and allow us to create multiple hitting and training stations during practice. Instead of having players standing around waiting for their turn, we can keep more athletes moving, practicing, and improving throughout the entire practice. Every minute we have with our athletes matters, and having the right equipment helps us make the most of that time.\r\nThe hitting nets and weighted balls also allow us to add more variety and purpose to our practices. We can work on different aspects of hitting, develop strength and bat speed, and give athletes additional repetitions without needing a large amount of equipment or space. Most importantly, these resources help us maximize the time our student athletes spend on the field and give them opportunities to build confidence and improve their skills. I am incredibly thankful to everyone who supported our program and helped us provide our athletes with equipment they deserve.","fullyFundedDate":1772129887359,"projectUrl":"project/softball-equipment/9981561/","projectTitle":"Softball Equipment","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Molskness","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10003322"},{"teacherId":10003322,"projectId":10237586,"letterContent":"Receiving two sets of Meta Quest 3 VR headsets has given me an exciting new way to teach World History. My goal as a teacher is to help my students understand that history is not just a list of dates and names in a textbook. History happened in real places, and now I can help bring those places into our classroom. As we study different civilizations, cultures, and regions of the world, my students will be able to use virtual reality to explore places they may never have the opportunity to visit in person.\r\nThese headsets will allow me to bring the world to my students as we discover different parts of the world throughout the year. Instead of simply looking at pictures of ancient sites, historical locations, museums, and different environments, students can experience them in a much more immersive way. I can use the VR experiences to spark curiosity, start discussions, introduce new units, and help students make connections between the places they are exploring and the history we are learning. This technology gives me another tool to reach students who learn best by seeing and experiencing things rather than simply reading about them.","fullyFundedDate":1778505075091,"projectUrl":"project/virtual-explorer/10237586/","projectTitle":"Virtual Explorer","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Molskness","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10003322"},{"teacherId":8826997,"projectId":9561171,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students now have access to essential hygiene products that help them feel comfortable, confident, and ready to learn. These resources have made a meaningful difference in our classroom because students can take care of their personal needs without feeling embarrassed or having to miss valuable learning time.\r\n\r\nWhen the hygiene products first arrived, my students were grateful to have these supplies available. For some students, having access to these basic necessities can make a big difference in how they feel throughout the school day. Knowing that they have what they need has helped create a more supportive and caring classroom environment.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue keeping these products available for students who need them. My goal is to make sure every student feels supported, respected, and able to focus on learning. Thank you for helping provide something so important to my students and for showing them that their well-being matters.","fullyFundedDate":1755009872988,"projectUrl":"project/comfort-care-and-calm-for-every-studen/9561171/","projectTitle":"Comfort, Care, and Calm for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Simien","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8826997_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686288619843","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8826997"},{"teacherId":9806389,"projectId":9722187,"letterContent":"Thank You for Making a Difference!\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students now have access to snacks and water that we can use to encourage positive behavior, celebrate progress, and support engagement in our behavior classroom. The students were excited to see the variety of snacks available, and it quickly became something they looked forward to earning through positive choices. We use these resources to recognize students for completing assignments, participating appropriately, using coping strategies, meeting classroom expectations, and making progress toward their individual goals. One of the most meaningful moments is seeing a student who has struggled with behavior make a positive choice and proudly select a snack as a reminder that their effort was noticed.\r\n\r\nThese resources have also helped create more opportunities for positive conversations and relationship-building. Rather than focusing only on mistakes or challenging behaviors, we can celebrate growth and reinforce the idea that positive choices have positive outcomes. My students are learning that success does not have to mean being perfect—it can mean making a better choice than they made yesterday.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue using these resources as part of our daily behavior and academic routines while helping students build skills that will benefit them beyond the classroom. We will continue working on goal-setting, self-regulation, communication, accountability, and making positive decisions. Thank you for investing in my students and helping create a classroom where they feel supported, motivated, and proud of their progress. Your generosity is making a meaningful difference in the lives of our students!","fullyFundedDate":1768590682844,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-positive-choices-snacks-for-suc/9722187/","projectTitle":"Fueling Positive Choices: Snacks for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dudley-Rhodes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9806389_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729105970116","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9806389"},{"teacherId":8331058,"projectId":10101554,"letterContent":"Every week when I refill the snack bin, my students' faces light up. They come to class hungry — literally and figuratively — and knowing they have access to food removes one barrier to their learning. What started as a simple snack station has become a weekly ritual that my students look forward to. It's not about a specific project; it's about creating a space where my AP World History students know someone cares about their basic needs. For many of them, school is the most consistent, stable place in their lives, and having that snack bin there is a small but powerful way of saying, \"I see you, and you matter.\" My goal is to make this snack program a permanent part of my classroom culture. I want every student who walks through my door to know that this is a safe, supportive space where their needs are met. I'd love to continue restocking weekly and eventually expand this to other units and years. For many of my students, school consistency matters — and so does knowing that an adult cares enough to make sure they're okay. That's the real lesson I want them to take away. We are so thankful for your support for this project, it means so much. Thank you, thank you, thank you! \r\n\r\nFrom Mrs. Yates and her hungry and thankful 15 year olds! <3","fullyFundedDate":1771622945299,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-snack-through-the-rest-of-the-sc/10101554/","projectTitle":"Help Us Snack Through the Rest of the School Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Yates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8331058_orig.jpg?crop=4412,4412,x0,y308&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771347612305","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8331058"},{"teacherId":8197601,"projectId":9501827,"letterContent":"I would like to take the time to say thank you for all your support. We could not do it with out you. \r\n\r\nOur athletes were very excited to receive the snacks and drinks. With the amount of work that they put in during the season recovery becomes super important. Thanks to your support we were able to provide the fuel need to recover and perform the next day. \r\n\r\nI am very happy to let you guys know that this season we were able to qualify one of our athletes to the state tournament. It might not sound like much but it is the first time it happens in over 8 years.","fullyFundedDate":1758838957045,"projectUrl":"project/a-new-beginning/9501827/","projectTitle":"A New Beginning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Pando","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8197601_orig.jpg?crop=2736,2736,x462,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692108749232","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8197601"},{"teacherId":8826997,"projectId":9383322,"letterContent":"This project has truly made a big difference in how my students experience learning every day. While many of our donors use technology at home, what we're doing in the classroom goes a step further. It's not just about having devices—it's about using them in meaningful ways to help students understand, practice, and grow. With this technology, students can interact with lessons in real time, get immediate feedback, and explore ideas through visuals, simulations, and hands-on activities. It's helped shift our classroom from a one-size-fits-all approach to one that really meets students where they are.\r\nOne of the biggest ways this technology supports learning is through differentiation. Every student learns differently, and this has allowed me to better support those differences. Students can work at their own pace, go back and review when they need to, or move ahead when they're ready for more of a challenge. That flexibility has been huge. Instead of feeling stuck or overwhelmed, students feel more in control of their learning. The instant feedback also helps them learn from mistakes right away, which builds confidence and encourages them to keep trying.\r\nThe part students get most excited about is how interactive everything is. They're not just sitting and listening—they're actively involved. They get to create, collaborate, and solve problems in ways that feel engaging and relevant. Many of them love being able to track their own progress and see how much they're improving over time. It gives them a sense of ownership, and that motivation shows in how they approach their work. I've seen students who used to be easily distracted stay focused longer because they're genuinely interested in what they're doing.\r\nThere are a few students who have especially benefited from this change. Some of my quieter students, who don't always feel comfortable speaking up in front of the class, have really come out of their shells. The technology gives them a way to participate and share their thinking without that pressure, and it's been amazing to see their confidence grow. On the other hand, students who love a challenge have been able to push themselves further by exploring more advanced activities and going deeper into topics that interest them.\r\nOverall, this project has helped create a classroom where students feel more supported, more confident, and more excited to learn. It's made learning more accessible and more engaging for everyone. I'm so thankful for the support from our donors—this technology isn't just something \"extra,\" it's something that is truly helping my students grow every day.","fullyFundedDate":1750300160774,"projectUrl":"project/charging-minds-moving-feet/9383322/","projectTitle":"Charging Minds, Moving Feet","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Simien","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8826997_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686288619843","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8826997"},{"teacherId":8331058,"projectId":9632565,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping our classroom thrive. My students arrive each day eager to explore the past — but simple barriers like hunger, a lack of supplies, or an unclean workspace can interrupt their focus and slow learning. Your generosity has helped remove those barriers so we can dive deeper into history.\r\nHow we're using the new resources\r\nSnacks: Snacks are available for students who arrive hungry or need a mid‑lesson boost so they can concentrate during discussions and activities.\r\nDisinfecting supplies: Wipes and spray keep shared resources, desks, and classroom materials and environment clean, helping us maintain attendance and learning time during sick season.\r\nDuring a recent unit on Imperialism, students worked in small groups with primary‑source packets (letters, photographs, and speeches). Because every group had the supplies they needed, each team was able to be successful in their work!\r\nWhen I opened the boxes, the students were instantly excited. Initially, they were hesitant, but once everyone realized the snacks were for them – they immediately were grateful and happy.\r\nYour support is directly improving students' ability to engage with historical thinking — analyzing sources, supporting claims with evidence, and participating in respectful discussion. Because of you, our classroom is better stocked, healthier, and more focused on learning. I am so excited to continue this for them! Thank you thank you thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1763503561759,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-energy-supplies-for-success/9632565/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Energy, Supplies for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Yates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8331058_orig.jpg?crop=4412,4412,x0,y308&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771347612305","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8331058"},{"teacherId":8826997,"projectId":9327307,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has been transformed in ways that truly matter for our students.\r\n\r\nWe have been using the new resources daily, and they have already made a powerful difference. One moment that stands out was during a recent project where students worked in small groups to apply what they were learning in a hands-on way. With the new materials, they were able to explore concepts more deeply, collaborate more effectively, and take real ownership of their learning. Instead of just reading about the topic, they were actively building, creating, discussing, and problem-solving together. \r\n\r\nThe level of engagement and excitement in the room was incredible.\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the students' reactions said it all—wide eyes, huge smiles, and lots of \"Are these really for us?\" They immediately wanted to dive in. For many of them, having access to high-quality, classroom-specific resources made them feel valued and important. They understood that people they have never even met believed in them enough to invest in their learning.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are building on this momentum. Students are beginning a new project that will allow them to apply their skills in more complex and creative ways. \r\n\r\nThey'll be using the resources you provided to research, design, test ideas, and present their findings. The goal is not only to strengthen academic skills, but also to build confidence, teamwork, and critical thinking. Because of you, they have the tools they need to take these next steps.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving our students opportunities they might not otherwise have had. Your support is making a meaningful and lasting impact in our classroom every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1746786285622,"projectUrl":"project/future-scientists-at-work-lab-learning/9327307/","projectTitle":"Future Scientists at Work: Lab Learning in Action","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Simien","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8826997_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686288619843","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8826997"},{"teacherId":8197601,"projectId":9400327,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for taking the time to support our program. We could not have done it without your support. It was a great thing to be able to feed our runners before and after our meets. Our students were so happy to see a cooler full of Gatorade after a hard run and to grab a snack to recover. This year we managed to make great improvements to the program and were able to qualify a runner to the state meet, something that had not happen in years. 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