{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Putnam City West High School","outOfStateSupporters":31.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5951597,"projectId":9306647,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our junk journaling project! The sketchbooks and materials have helped make this an engaging experience. My English learners were 100% focused with this analog, hands-on activity–a huge accomplishment for this digital generation! They were so excited to create something that was truly their own.\r\n Our first project was a culture collage, where students used images and colors to represent parts of their culture—food, music, language, family, art, values, and traditions. Then they wrote reflections about what their culture means to them. Even though all my students speak Spanish, they discovered how beautifully diverse their backgrounds are. It was the perfect way to begin Hispanic Heritage Month.\r\n The journals have become powerful tools for language learning. Students are now using their pages as springboards for longer writing pieces and short presentations, gaining confidence with every step.\r\n Thank you for helping my students discover the power of their voices through art and literacy!","fullyFundedDate":1750773694303,"projectUrl":"project/picture-this-building-el-literacy-throu/9306647/","projectTitle":"Picture This: Building EL Literacy Through Art & Story","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mendenhall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5951597"},{"teacherId":9508728,"projectId":9307143,"letterContent":"My students and I have been putting the new materials to great use in meaningful and creative ways. With each student having access to their own highlighters, paper, and a classroom stapler, we've been able to launch an ongoing journal-building project that gives students ownership over their learning. Each week, students reflect on lessons, respond to prompts, and highlight key ideas or personal connections in their writing. These journals are stapled together to create a growing portfolio of their progress, giving them a sense of pride and independence in their work. The ability to gather, organize, and personalize their materials has helped students take more initiative and responsibility in the classroom.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement in the room was immediate. Students were especially thrilled to have their own highlighters—it may seem like a small thing, but to them, it symbolized ownership and trust. They loved setting up their journals, decorating covers, and planning how they would use different colors to code and organize their thoughts. These resources have made the classroom feel more like their space, not just mine.","fullyFundedDate":1746786991341,"projectUrl":"project/power-up-our-learning-pencils-paper-a/9307143/","projectTitle":"Power Up Our Learning: Pencils, Paper, and Possibilities!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9508728_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1712717077627","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9508728"},{"teacherId":9508728,"projectId":9293449,"letterContent":"Introducing games for review, providing snacks, and using a teacher rolling desk have collectively transformed the classroom environment in meaningful ways. The games for review have turned learning into an interactive and engaging experience, encouraging students to actively participate and collaborate. This playful approach helps solidify their understanding of the material while reducing anxiety around assessments. Students are more motivated to review content because the games make repetition enjoyable rather than tedious, leading to better retention and a more dynamic classroom atmosphere.\r\nProviding snacks has also contributed positively by addressing students' basic needs, which is fundamental for effective learning. When students aren't distracted by hunger, their focus and energy levels improve, allowing them to engage more fully with lessons and activities. This simple gesture fosters a sense of care and community within the classroom, showing students that their well-being matters, which can increase their overall comfort and willingness to participate.\r\nThe teacher rolling desk has enhanced mobility and interaction, enabling me to move more freely around the classroom and engage with students individually or in small groups. This flexibility helps me provide timely support, monitor progress closely, and maintain a more personal connection with each learner. Altogether, these changes have created a more supportive, engaging, and effective learning environment that benefits both students and teacher alike.","fullyFundedDate":1746787051461,"projectUrl":"project/rolling-into-learning-snacks-games-an/9293449/","projectTitle":"Rolling into Learning: Snacks, Games, and Desk on the Go!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9508728_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1712717077627","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9508728"},{"teacherId":9806389,"projectId":9037887,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous support of our classroom. Your donations toward snacks have made a tremendous difference for my behavior students. We use the snacks as positive reinforcements throughout the day, and they have quickly become a powerful motivator for students to stay on task, make positive choices, and engage in their lessons. One specific moment that stood out was when a student who often struggles with focus completed an entire assignment without redirection, proudly choosing his snack reward at the end. That moment showed how small incentives can lead to big steps in growth and confidence.\r\n\r\nWhen the snacks first arrived, the excitement was immediate. Students' faces lit up, and many of them asked if they could \"earn one today.\" Their enthusiasm turned into motivation, and I saw an instant shift in the energy of our classroom. For many of my students, these resources are more than just a treat — they represent encouragement, consistency, and recognition for their hard work.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, my students will continue to work toward academic and behavioral goals with the support of these reinforcements. We are currently focusing on building self-management skills, and the snacks help us celebrate milestones both big and small. Thank you for giving my students something tangible to work toward, and for believing in them. Your kindness has truly made an impact in their daily lives and has created a more positive, motivating classroom environment.","fullyFundedDate":1746506988612,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-not-smacks-2nd-semester/9037887/","projectTitle":"Snacks Not Smacks *2nd Semester","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":9194176,"projectId":9319288,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for the kindness and generosity you have shown our program. These items are not just equipment, but they are investments in the growth and success of our student athletes. By supporting this initiative, you have provided some of the essential resources needed to foster teamwork, discipline, and leadership among our players.\r\n\r\nThe TV has been an efficient way for our players to learn by visually seeing what they are doing on a day to day basis. It has given us a way to improve their decision making, habits, and application from the film room to the court. The board has also been a strong resource to supplement the film, as a way to teach, reinforce, and give direction our players. \r\nWe deeply value your partnership and commitment to the success of our program.","fullyFundedDate":1746787323895,"projectUrl":"project/proper-preparation-prevents-pressure/9319288/","projectTitle":"Proper Preparation Prevents Pressure","teacherDisplayName":"Coach G Wright","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9194176_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746421826251","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9194176"},{"teacherId":4470542,"projectId":7017476,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our DonorsChoose project! Because of your generosity, we were able to purchase sturdy storage shelves to house our yearbook archives. Before, the collection was tucked away and difficult to access, but now our shelves keep the books safe, organized, and easy to browse.\r\n\r\nThis has been such a gift for my students. They now spend time flipping through decades of school history, laughing at hairstyles, marveling at traditions, and seeing how our community has grown over the years. It has also sparked curiosity and inspiration in my current yearbook staff—they can see how their work will live on for generations. Something as simple as sturdy shelves has created a bridge between the past and present, and we are so grateful that you helped make that possible.","fullyFundedDate":1669772588243,"projectUrl":"project/trying-to-get-myshelf-organized/7017476/","projectTitle":"Trying To Get MySHELF Organized!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4470542_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1538057312194","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrshillpcw"},{"teacherId":8826997,"projectId":9301892,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support! The technology you helped provide has made a meaningful difference in our classroom. Our students have been using the iPads to engage with educational content in more interactive and personalized ways than ever before.\r\n\r\nOne recent example is how students used their fully charged iPads to watch a lab safety video, allowing them to independently learn and complete their lab safety activity. This not only reinforced critical science concepts but also taught them responsibility in managing their own learning pace and tools.\r\n\r\nWhat excites our students most about the iPads is the ability to access multimedia resources—videos, interactive quizzes, and educational apps—that make lessons more engaging and easier to understand. Instead of just reading from a textbook, they're now able to see, hear, and interact with the material.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who were previously hesitant to participate have really warmed up to this new technology. One student in particular, who often struggled with written instructions, found great success using visual and audio supports through the iPad. \r\n\r\nTheir confidence has grown, and they're now one of the first to volunteer during science discussions!\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our classroom feels more modern, inclusive, and connected. You've given our students not just a tool, but an opportunity to learn in ways that suit them best.","fullyFundedDate":1746274788824,"projectUrl":"project/powering-learning-one-tool-at-a-time/9301892/","projectTitle":"Powering Learning, One Tool at a Time!","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":8826997,"projectId":7677216,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation of pencils, paper, and other classroom essentials, our science lessons have been running so much more smoothly. My students have been using these supplies every day—to take notes, sketch diagrams, record experiment results, and work on group projects. During our ecosystems unit, they were especially excited to design their own mini habitats and draw out food chains using their new materials. Having everything they needed right at their desks really helped them focus and get creative without having to ask, \"Does anyone have a pencil?\"\r\n\r\nWhen the supplies first arrived, the kids lit up. It might sound simple, but fresh materials make a big difference—especially in a hands-on subject like science. Now we're starting a unit on energy and motion, and students are already using their supplies to record data and make predictions in experiments. Because of your support, we've been able to keep the focus on learning, exploring, and having fun with science. Thank you for helping us stay stocked and inspired!","fullyFundedDate":1692026510983,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-learning/7677216/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Learning","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":8826997,"projectId":9010335,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom received new chargers for our iPads—something small but incredibly impactful. Before, we often struggled with dead devices during lessons, which interrupted learning and limited students' ability to engage with educational apps, research tools, and interactive assignments. Now, every iPad stays powered throughout the day, giving students consistent access to the digital resources they need to succeed.\r\n\r\nThis upgrade has especially helped during group projects and independent learning time. Students no longer have to wait their turn for a working device or worry about losing progress on their work. One student, who loves using creative apps to make videos and presentations, told me how excited she was to finally finish a project without her iPad dying halfway through. It's a simple change that's made a big difference in keeping our classroom running smoothly and keeping students motivated to learn. Thank you again for helping us stay connected and fully charged!","fullyFundedDate":1734484702218,"projectUrl":"project/charging-ahead/9010335/","projectTitle":"Charging Ahead","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":9517477,"projectId":8324487,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our classroom was completely transformed into a more welcoming and engaging learning space! The reading corner has become a favorite spot for my students. It's not just a cozy place to sit; it's where curiosity blooms and confidence grows.\r\n\r\nThe classroom headphones have been just as impactful. We use them daily for language learning programs, independent reading with audiobooks, and online learning platforms. Having a full class set means everyone gets the same opportunity to learn without distractions that is something we didn't have before.\r\n\r\nThank you for being a part of our journey. Your kindness helped create a classroom where students feel supported, focused, and excited to learn every day.","fullyFundedDate":1724180694867,"projectUrl":"project/nurturing-young-mindstransforming-class/8324487/","projectTitle":"Nurturing Young Minds:Transforming Classrooms With Reading Corners & Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mejia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9517477_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714587215237","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9517477"},{"teacherId":8845079,"projectId":8794325,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, this project has had a transformative impact on my students. By incorporating alternative seating options into the classroom, my students now have the flexibility to choose seating that enhances their focus and comfort. This has led to increased engagement, improved concentration, and a noticeable reduction in restlessness. The ability to move and find a space that works for their unique learning styles has allowed them to be more productive and motivated throughout the day. Your contribution has created a learning environment where my students feel empowered, supported, and better equipped to succeed. Thank you for helping to make this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1733253092192,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-students-with-alternative-sea/8794325/","projectTitle":"Empowering Students with Alternative Seating Options","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cheek","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8845079"},{"teacherId":8197601,"projectId":8396186,"letterContent":"I want to say thank you so much for your support. As you might know, here in Oklahoma, we start soccer practices during the month of December and some times, the weather makes it very difficult to stay in rhythm and practice often. Thanks to your support, we were able to get futsal goals and when winter hits us hard, we are able to go inside and continue to work. Our players love the new goals and are having a blast practicing inside. I had a few players brough up the topic of possibly starting a futsal league, during the off season, to stay in shape. I think it is a great idea. Once more, thank you for your support and know that your contributions are making a difference. 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