{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lakota Technical High School","outOfStateSupporters":76.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10051807,"projectId":9574681,"letterContent":"Ms. Housel here, writing to you from Pine Ridge, South Dakota! I want to extend a warm handshake and a sincere thank you for your kind donation to my classroom. Your donation went to whiteboard cleaner, because my students' desks are made of dry erase material. I require that students use the cleaner to clean off their desks before leaving my classroom each period to promote a clean environment. No student should have to sit at a nasty desk.\r\n\r\nYour donation also went to coffee, tea and hot chocolate for my classroom. I've been serving these items in my class for over six years, and it works remarkably well for building rapport. I learned this technique while deployed as a Civil Affairs Sergeant in the Army Reserve. Cups of coffee work beautifully for building relationships with foreign nationals in business meetings. Turns out, the same principal applies in the classroom with high school kids. I teach business courses in a low-income area. When students come to my class, my goal is to provide them with a secure, clean and welcoming environment to learn in. Students learn better when their basic needs are met. They know when they come to Ms. Housel's class, a cup of hot chocolate awaits them. It is amazing how such a simple gesture can have a profound, positive affect on temperament, behavior and cognitive engagement during lessons.\r\n\r\nIn the past, I've either purchased these items with my own money, or have ordered it through the school kitchen. However, my school district has experienced major budget cuts this year, and the government shutdown didn't help matters. Thanks to you, my students didn't feel the impact of these budget cuts. My classroom has remained the same stable learning environment for them all semester. The supplies you helped provide will continue to sustain my operations through this school year. On behalf of Lakota Tech High School and my students, thank you very much for supporting our business program!","fullyFundedDate":1755521945513,"projectUrl":"project/rapport-building-goes-a-long-way/9574681/","projectTitle":"Rapport-Building Goes a Long Way!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Housel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10051807_orig.jpg?crop=2996,2996,x0,y739&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754925824937","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10051807"},{"teacherId":9843075,"projectId":9716677,"letterContent":"The new folders and organizational supplies have completely transformed how we manage our daily learning routines! One of the first ways we put them to use was during our weekly goal-setting sessions. Each student now has a personal folder where they track their learning targets, reflect on progress, and store completed work. A particularly meaningful moment was during a writing project: students were able to organize drafts, peer feedback, and final copies all in one place, which made the revision process smoother and more meaningful.\r\nThey were so excited! Many of them had never had their own set of supplies to keep their work organized, and they immediately took pride in personalizing their folders. A few students even commented on how \"grown-up\" and responsible they felt having a system just for them. It was a small but powerful moment that made them feel ownership over their learning.\r\nNext, we're beginning a multi-step research project where students will be using their folders to track sources, organize notes, and outline their presentations. The structure the folders provide will help them manage the project more independently and build habits they can carry with them beyond this classroom. It's amazing to see how something as simple as an organized folder system is helping build confident, self-directed learners.\r\nThank you so much again for supporting our classroom project.","fullyFundedDate":1758586229865,"projectUrl":"project/a-folder-for-every-step-organizing-our/9716677/","projectTitle":"A Folder for Every Step: Organizing Our Path to Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ryan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9843075_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y772&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755286784349","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9843075"},{"teacherId":10180508,"projectId":9604690,"letterContent":"We have started using the white boards and the markers in the class activities particularly during the start of classes where in we did some review and they are going to write down correct terms in their white boards. My students enjoyed using it and they even look forward for more activities that use these. On the other hand, my students got excited when they saw the candies I got from you too. These somewhat helped them get motivated especially in the afternoon if they get hungry or sleepy I gave them these sweet treats for them to get energized and do their task. The white boards and markers will be utilized in more engaging activities that we will be having in Biology class.","fullyFundedDate":1757555081957,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-science-interactive-learning-f/9604690/","projectTitle":"Hands on Science: Interactive Learning for Curious Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mary","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10180508_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755289115836","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10180508"},{"teacherId":9843075,"projectId":9354208,"letterContent":"The ipad project is helping students learn math by making it more interactive, personalized, and engaging. It gives instant feedback, supports different learning styles, and allows teachers to better track progress and target instruction.\r\n-What excites our students most about the new technology is how interactive and engaging math has become. Instead of just working through problems on paper, they can now explore concepts through games, touch-based manipulatives, and visual tools that make learning feel more like discovery. Many students love the instant feedback they get from apps, which helps them learn from mistakes in real time and boosts their confidence. Others are excited about having more independence—working at their own pace, choosing challenges that match their level, and even recording their thinking with creative tools. Overall, the technology makes math feel more accessible, personal, and fun, which has sparked new enthusiasm in many students.\r\n-Yes, several students have really embraced the new technology—especially those who struggle with traditional instruction, have learning differences, or are more reserved in class. The iPads give them a more personalized, engaging, and accessible way to learn and express their understanding of math.\"","fullyFundedDate":1757555554617,"projectUrl":"project/project-ipad-interactive-problem-solvin/9354208/","projectTitle":"Project iPad: Interactive Problem-solving and Assessment Device","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ryan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9843075_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y772&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755286784349","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9843075"},{"teacherId":9745635,"projectId":8989950,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for your generosity. This printer made a huge impact in my teaching process and activities. By using this printer, I don't need to go out from time to time just to print stuff that my students need in their activity. The instruction became more smooth and flawless because of this printer. My students also benefited in this because they can print their projects from other teacher's class through this printer. It made the classroom more inclusive for learning because of your help and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1742482058023,"projectUrl":"project/print-the-future/8989950/","projectTitle":"Print the Future","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jaype","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9745635_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746678945463","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9745635"},{"teacherId":9745635,"projectId":9329884,"letterContent":"Students now enjoys water inside my classroom and it has an amazing impact in their focus and participation. They are now more engaged with the discussion and more participative in the sharing of ideas. They don't go out very often which has a big impact when it comes to their learning. But with the water dispenser now inside the classroom, it is more convenient for both me and my students which they don't need to go out to get their water. Knowing that the water fountain is far from our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1746785498665,"projectUrl":"project/water-for-wellness-in-class/9329884/","projectTitle":"\"Water for Wellness in Class\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jaype","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9745635_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746678945463","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9745635"},{"teacherId":9745635,"projectId":8788516,"letterContent":"I greatly appreciate all your donations in providing some of the needs of my students. I was able to provide impact through your donations and It impacted the study of my students as well. Their performance improved big time and their creativity in processing the activities shoot up rocket high. With all the school supplies you provided, I was able to make more interactive activities which students enjoyed and learned from. Without these supplies, it would have been a big challenge. I hope you will continue to support my projects in the future.","fullyFundedDate":1733249621490,"projectUrl":"project/project-provide/8788516/","projectTitle":"Project Provide","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jaype","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9745635_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746678945463","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9745635"},{"teacherId":10051807,"projectId":9401627,"letterContent":"Ms. Housel here, writing to you from Pine Ridge, South Dakota! I want to extend a warm handshake and a sincere thank you for your kind donation to my classroom. Your donation went to a variety of school supplies that my business students use throughout the year to complete projects such as posters, marketing materials and piggy banks for finance class. I had been using the same set of markers and Sharpies for the last 5 years. Most of them were worn and dried out. Thanks to you, my kids have fresh supplies to use. They were elated when I pulled them out of the box! What surprised them even more was the story of how I got them.\r\n\r\nWith the school year just beginning, our first project was making \"piggy banks\" to store money for Personal Finance class, which has an incentive program. Students get \"paid\" for performing well on assessments or assignments, and for class participation. The money isn't real, but can be used to make purchases in my classroom (like assignment buyout, making me do push-ups or having class outside). They can choose to either spend their money or save it. If they save the most in the class, they earn a prize at the conclusion of it. This teaches them that good things come to those who save. Saving money and establishing a budgeting system is a concept that must be covered in the class, per state standards. These supplies give me a creative way to do that.\r\n\r\nGoing forward, these supplies will be used to make more piggy banks next semester. They will also be used to create \"How To Save Money In College\" posters in Personal Finance class and marketing materials for local businesses in the area for my Principles of Marketing class. The supplies you helped provide will continue to sustain our operations through this year, and the next year as well. On behalf of Lakota Tech High School and my students, thank you very much for supporting our business program!","fullyFundedDate":1749647294082,"projectUrl":"project/from-classroom-to-boardroom-your-suppor/9401627/","projectTitle":"From Classroom to Boardroom: Your Support Matters!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Housel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10051807_orig.jpg?crop=2996,2996,x0,y739&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754925824937","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10051807"},{"teacherId":9843153,"projectId":9178771,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for the generous donation of the printer from DonorsChoose, which has had a profound impact on both my students and my teaching practice. Having reliable access to a printer has transformed the way I deliver instructional materials, allowing me to provide high-quality, timely handouts, worksheets, and visual aids that cater to diverse learning styles. This immediacy has increased student engagement, as they receive personalized resources that support their understanding and retention of key concepts. The printer has also enabled me to quickly print student work, assessments, and feedback, facilitating more efficient and effective communication with my learners.\r\n\r\nBeyond enhancing classroom instruction, the printer has significantly improved my workflow and planning. I can now prepare materials on demand without the previous delays or dependence on external resources, which means lessons are more dynamic and responsive to student needs. This flexibility has allowed me to incorporate more creative and interactive activities, such as project templates, reading packets, and graphic organizers, which were previously difficult to implement consistently. Overall, the donated printer has been an invaluable tool that supports a more organized, inclusive, and engaging learning environment, ultimately contributing to better student outcomes and a more fulfilling teaching experience.","fullyFundedDate":1748028107713,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-independent-readers-in-techno/9178771/","projectTitle":"Empowering Independent Readers in Technology Era","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Freddly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9843153_orig.png?crop=1254,1254,x0,y213&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744141490213","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9843153"},{"teacherId":9843007,"projectId":9214120,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in helping bring healthy snacks to our classroom! Because of your kindness, my students now have the fuel they need to stay focused, energized, and ready to learn throughout the day. It's incredible how something as simple as a nutritious snack can make such a big difference in their ability to concentrate, stay positive, and fully engage in lessons.\r\n\r\nWhen the snacks first arrived, the students were thrilled! You could see the surprise and joy on their faces—it was like a small celebration. One student even asked, \"Are these really for us every day?\" For many of my students, consistent access to healthy food isn't something they can always count on, so your gift meant more than just a quick bite—it meant they were seen, valued, and supported.\r\n\r\nWith full bellies and brighter moods, we've been able to dive deeper into learning. Recently, students worked on a group reading project right after snack time, and I saw a noticeable difference in participation and focus. Next, we're preparing for a writing unit where students will reflect on what helps them learn best—many have already mentioned \"snack time\" as one of their favorite parts of the day. You've made a real and immediate impact, and I can't thank you enough.","fullyFundedDate":1748028109899,"projectUrl":"project/focused-fueled-snacks-for-learning/9214120/","projectTitle":"Focused & Fueled: Snacks for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Emerson Arabit","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9843007_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751275424008","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9843007"},{"teacherId":9843153,"projectId":8954717,"letterContent":"With the funding from DonorsChoose, we received 18 paper trays and a drawer cabinet that have significantly enhanced our classroom organization. We have been using the paper trays to manage different types of assignments and materials, making it easier for students to access what they need for various projects. For instance, during our recent research project on ecosystems, each tray was designated for specific materials such as articles, worksheets, and resources related to different ecosystems. This organization allowed students to work independently and efficiently, fostering a sense of responsibility in managing their own learning.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new materials, their faces lit up with excitement! They immediately recognized the potential these resources had for our classroom. Many students expressed their enthusiasm about having a designated space for their assignments, as it made the classroom feel more inviting and structured. The drawer cabinet, in particular, became a favorite spot where students could store their personal supplies and projects, leading to a noticeable reduction in clutter. \r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we plan to utilize the paper trays and drawer cabinet for more collaborative projects. One of our upcoming initiatives involves group work where students will research and present on various global issues. The organization provided by these resources will facilitate smoother group dynamics as students can easily find and share materials. Additionally, I'd love to involve my students in creating a system for labeling and organizing the trays to further develop their organizational skills and sense of ownership.","fullyFundedDate":1742146380467,"projectUrl":"project/quality-learning-environment-for-learner/8954717/","projectTitle":"Quality Learning Environment for Learners Excellence","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Freddly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9843153_orig.png?crop=1254,1254,x0,y213&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744141490213","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9843153"},{"teacherId":9837288,"projectId":8943812,"letterContent":"This project gives me access to different platforms that make my lessons more effective. I can pull up interactive recipes, video tutorials, and digital planning tools that keep students engaged and make learning more hands-on. It also helps me multitask—demonstrating techniques while students follow along and get real-time feedback.\r\n\r\nThis product is especially exciting because it takes that interactivity to the next level. Students love how it makes learning more fun and practical.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for all your generosity and kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1735920224428,"projectUrl":"project/tech-driven-learning-empowering-educati/8943812/","projectTitle":"Tech-Driven Learning: Empowering Education","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Melody","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9837288_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736235172397","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9837288"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_130043","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":40,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":93,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":76,"percentLatinx":2,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR District Record","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":null},"inStateSupporters":23.5,"schoolId":130043,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Lakota Technical High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Lakota Technical High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/south-dakota/oglala-lakota-county-school-district-65-1/lakota-technical-high-school/130043"}