{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Southwind High School","outOfStateSupporters":45.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8584524,"projectId":9362553,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful to DonorsChoose and the Allstate Foundation for providing supplies for our community garden. Your support has already made a meaningful difference.\r\n\r\nOur students now have a positive, purposeful project—growing fresh vegetables to provide for families in need. They were working together to build a beautiful, welcoming space, from piecing together the arbor to preparing fertile soil, learning that growing food takes more than just dirt and water—it takes care, knowledge, and teamwork.\r\n\r\nThis garden is teaching valuable lessons in responsibility, science, and community service. The impact goes far beyond the classroom—our families and neighbors will benefit from access to free, fresh produce, grown with pride and love by our students.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us grow something truly special.","fullyFundedDate":1747940638588,"projectUrl":"project/jaguar-community-garden/9362553/","projectTitle":"Jaguar Community Garden","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wright Moss","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8584524"},{"teacherId":8846349,"projectId":9107307,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to support my school and classroom. We will be able to stay hydrated now that we are just cooling with the water bottle 6 packs. In these day and time hydration is important for students to remain ,cool during sporting events and training. The water bottles will be able to hold different types of beverages to quench their thirst so they can achieve all obstacles by just cooling. Thank Dick's Sporting Goods and DonorsChoose for allowing these donation to come true.","fullyFundedDate":1744723968245,"projectUrl":"project/just-coolin/9107307/","projectTitle":"Just Coolin'","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Griffin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8846349"},{"teacherId":5837280,"projectId":9043721,"letterContent":"We want to thank you so much for your generosity. I can't begin to tell you what it means for these kids to receive these items for the school day. The popcorn maker along with the seasonings will defiantly be a treat for them. These kids are able to utilize the pencils to record information along with the pens to continue jot down creative moments. The pen and the pencil is mightier the sword with a bag of popcorn is a fascinating class day. They are students with different abilities, hard-working, highly intelligent kids who sometimes just need a little boost, and you are all part of that for them. They will be designing and using these tools to chart and research information for their upcoming projects for us to do with our new resources. Thank you Ripple and DonorsChoose for your giving spirits.","fullyFundedDate":1746787324128,"projectUrl":"project/a-lunar-year/9043721/","projectTitle":"A Lunar Year","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Norfleet","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5837280"},{"teacherId":497926,"projectId":9363165,"letterContent":"We want to thank you all for supplying us with the speakers and white board and easel that we needed desperately. The donations will help them become better students. This is a fascinating gesture from you guys to make this request come true. with each donor and donation, you have allowed us to be activist journalists and much more with these tools of expression. The students were very excited about the speakers and microphone and the other items to fulfill our needs to speak and display our civil duties on rights and wrongs. Thank you DonorsChoose and the Allstate foundation.","fullyFundedDate":1748449303505,"projectUrl":"project/civil-rights-raising-awareness-educati/9363165/","projectTitle":"Civil Rights: Raising Awareness, Educating Others that Affect the Community.","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lester","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/497926"},{"teacherId":5946667,"projectId":9634005,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has transformed into a space where students don't just consume technology—they create with it, think with it, and solve real problems using it. Many families see technology as something used for entertainment or convenience at home, but in our classroom, your donated tools have become powerful engines for learning.\r\n\r\nWith our new devices and coding resources, students are now able to visualize math concepts, test ideas instantly, and receive immediate feedback. Instead of simply memorizing steps, they're using logic and computational thinking to understand why math works. Whether students are coding simple algorithms to model number patterns or using interactive tools to explore geometry, the technology has made learning more hands-on, engaging, and meaningful.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for students has been the ability to see their thinking come alive on the screen. Many of them had never tried coding before, and now they cheer when their program finally runs correctly—or troubleshoot with excitement when it doesn't. They love the sense of accomplishment that comes from building something themselves, whether it's a small game, a math simulation, or a visual proof of a concept we studied in class.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who previously struggled with traditional math tasks have truly blossomed with this new approach. One student who rarely participated now eagerly volunteers to demonstrate coding challenges to the class. Another student, who once felt discouraged by multi-step problems, discovered that breaking tasks into coding \"chunks\" made the math finally click. The technology has given these learners a voice, a boost of confidence, and a new way to shine academically.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our students aren't just learning math—they're building the logic, creativity, and problem-solving skills that prepare them for future careers in technology and beyond. Your support has opened doors they didn't even know existed, and we are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1755967808518,"projectUrl":"project/logic-code-and-careers-building-futur/9634005/","projectTitle":"Logic, Code, and Careers: Building Future-Ready Thinkers Through Math","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. M. Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5946667_orig.jpg?crop=1122,1122,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603393843588","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5946667"},{"teacherId":5946667,"projectId":9583193,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your thoughtful and impactful donation of hygiene items for our high school students. Your support has truly made a difference in our school community. These essential items are not just helping our students meet their basic needs—they're empowering them to come to school with confidence, ready to learn and participate fully. We've set up a hygiene station that students can access privately and respectfully, and it's already become a trusted resource for many.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the reaction from students was deeply moving. Some were surprised and grateful that someone cared enough to provide for their everyday needs—items that many of us take for granted. One student shared that having access to deodorant and toothpaste made them feel more confident attending class and interacting with peers. It was a powerful reminder of how small acts of kindness can have a lasting impact.\r\n\r\nAs we continue the school year, we're focusing on student well-being in our health and life skills lessons. We're working on a project around self-care, confidence, and personal responsibility, where students reflect on how taking care of their physical health supports their academic and emotional well-being. Your contribution has become a part of this learning experience, showing them that their community is behind them. Thank you again for your generosity—it is making a real, tangible difference in their lives.","fullyFundedDate":1755724708127,"projectUrl":"project/fresh-and-ready-to-learn-hygiene-suppo/9583193/","projectTitle":"Fresh and Ready to Learn: Hygiene Support for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. M. Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5946667_orig.jpg?crop=1122,1122,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603393843588","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5946667"},{"teacherId":5837280,"projectId":9139304,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for being a part of this great group of people coming together to support and encourage the incredible growth taking place in my classroom and school. Every day we are pushing ourselves to learn more and create relationships with kindness and compassion. The social skills and these personal hygiene product materials being brought into my classrooms are so important in helping me try to support my students in their time of need. Having the ability to come to their rescue is a bonus for me so my students can achieve and move around without embarrassment. These wipes are multi usable for my students from cleaning and wiping for themselves or desks or equipment to prevent the spread of germs. Thank you again DonorsChoose and Ripple as well as the other donors.","fullyFundedDate":1746787410178,"projectUrl":"project/to-the-rescue/9139304/","projectTitle":"To the Rescue...","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Norfleet","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5837280"},{"teacherId":5837280,"projectId":9320075,"letterContent":"There are not enough words to express my joy, gratitude, and thanks for your generous donations to my class project. My students and I are so very appreciative of your support for education and the ability to provide snacks and beverages to fill and curve their thirst and hunger. All of these items, including the nutri-grain bars, macaroni, and the chicken/tuna salads will be special for my school to secure food from the pantry. I want my students to be comfortable while learning at different levels. We are looking forward to the supplies that we will be receiving from this fully funded project. They will be a great tool used as we continue to grow and learn in the classroom. Thank you again DonorsChoose and Allstate Foundation.","fullyFundedDate":1747153314395,"projectUrl":"project/food-pantry-packed-of-securities/9320075/","projectTitle":"Food Pantry Packed of Securities","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Norfleet","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5837280"},{"teacherId":5837280,"projectId":9320913,"letterContent":"We want to thank you so much for your generosity. I can't begin to tell you what it means to these kids to have this type of training equipment. The resistance bands weighted vests will be a huge resource in getting our kids in the proper conditioning for the season and in life. They are students with different abilities, hard-working, highly intelligent kids who sometimes just need a little boost, and you are all part of that for them. They will be using the wrist straps and balance balls for proper technique and form and to also understand balance and core training. Thank you DonorsChoose for making this project come to life as well as Dick's Sporting Goods.","fullyFundedDate":1752152929619,"projectUrl":"project/a-training/9320913/","projectTitle":"A+ Training","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Norfleet","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5837280"},{"teacherId":5837280,"projectId":8926772,"letterContent":"We want to thank you so much for your generosity. The coming of life of this project is fascinating and the kids are thrilled. These kids now have the ability to utilize these STEM games for enhancing the brain computation. The ThinkFun Hacker Cybersecurity Coding Game and edducational Puzzle Game along with the Kanoodle Extreme Puzzle Game, Brain Teaser are built to challenge the mind. The chairs and tables allows for us to be mobile and learn as we go while learning and having fun. My students will be so shocked and ready to use the materials in our lessons to come. The impact will help greatly in a cross-curriculum class of STEM and kinetics. A easier way to make teaching and learning fun. Thank you, donors and CFP Foundation and ESPN, for your kind donations.","fullyFundedDate":1734708571101,"projectUrl":"project/learning-as-i-go/8926772/","projectTitle":"Learning as I Go...","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Norfleet","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5837280"},{"teacherId":5837280,"projectId":8793824,"letterContent":"We want to thank you so much for your generosity. The coming of life of this project is fascinating the kids are thrilled. These kids now have the ability to talk about what is being taught in different languages without any discomfort. The translator earbuds that can translate 144 languages is well equipped to handle any lesson I have to teach and beyond for higher level learning challenges. My students will achieve and talk about electronics and languages all day and year because of the learning being translated. My students will be so shocked and ready to use the materials in our lessons to come. The impact will help greatly in a cross-curriculum class of math, ELA, and literacy. A easier way to make teaching and learning fun. Thank you, donors and anonymous partners, for kind donations","fullyFundedDate":1734708566648,"projectUrl":"project/lets-talk-about-it/8793824/","projectTitle":"Let's Talk About It!!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Norfleet","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5837280"},{"teacherId":5837280,"projectId":8939039,"letterContent":"We want to thank you so much for helping in getting this project fully funded. I am as excited as students are for these donations. Students first heard about the email and began to shout. Once they saw the chairs and tables coming in later and they was like now we can set up outside and do many projects. These items will be greatly used often the durability and resourcefulness of these items as well as the drills to dissemble and assemble pieces is awesome. The students will learn so much by using there hands and minds to fabricate materials into art while manifesting and stemulating their brain. The impact will help greatly by incorporating cross-curriculum subjects of math, science, and kinetics. 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