{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Grand Oaks High School","outOfStateSupporters":6.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6927337,"projectId":10181633,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! The iPad and Magic Keyboard have already made a real difference in my AP Environmental Science classroom, and I'm so grateful you chose to support my students.\r\n\r\nOne of the biggest changes has been in how I give feedback on student FRQs. Free-response questions are a huge part of the AP exam, and students improve the most when they get specific, timely feedback on their writing. With the iPad, I can mark up their responses directly, highlight exactly where they earned or missed points, and get their work back to them much faster. My students are already starting to recognize what a strong, complete answer looks like.\r\n\r\nThe iPad has also helped me make my lessons more interactive. I can annotate diagrams, work through data and calculations in real time, and pull up visuals that bring environmental science concepts to life. Instead of being tied to the front of the room, I'm able to move around while I teach, check in with students as they work, and help them right at their desks. That one-on-one time has made a big difference, especially for students who might not otherwise ask for help.\r\n\r\nI truly would not have been able to afford this on my own. Your generosity has given me a tool I use every single day, and it benefits every student who walks into my classroom. Thank you for believing in my students and investing in their success. I am so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1778240085005,"projectUrl":"project/technology-to-help-my-students-earn-top/10181633/","projectTitle":"Technology to Help My Students Earn Top AP Scores","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Herrington","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6927337_orig.jpg?crop=656,656,x42,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743791925394","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6927337"},{"teacherId":8482898,"projectId":10206115,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping us keep learning—and our aquariums—thriving! Your generous gift of a whiteboard, Expo markers, paper towels, soap, gravel cleaners, and surge protectors supports the hands-on work we do in Aquatic Science. During our group aquarium project, students use the gravel cleaners to remove waste while maintaining their freshwater habitats. Paper towels and soap help us clean up afterward, surge protectors support our aquarium equipment, and the whiteboard and markers give us a place to explain ideas and work through water-quality questions together.\r\n\r\nThese supplies may seem simple, but they make a big difference in a classroom full of student aquariums! Having the materials ready helps students take ownership of their tanks and care for the living things that depend on them. Your generosity also gives them a meaningful reminder that people beyond our classroom care about their learning and success.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue testing water quality, monitoring our organisms, and adjusting aquarium care based on what we observe. Students are learning that a healthy aquarium takes teamwork, patience, and consistent attention. Thank you for helping turn those lessons into hands-on experiences and for supporting our little underwater world!","fullyFundedDate":1778262821977,"projectUrl":"project/senior-science-class-supplies/10206115/","projectTitle":"Senior Science Class Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Barnett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8482898_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741489288406","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8482898"},{"teacherId":10588053,"projectId":10469128,"letterContent":"Thank You for Supporting My Students!\r\n\r\nI am incredibly grateful to the donors who provided my students with 8 Post-it Super Sticky Easel Pads and 2 boxes of 30 packs of Goldfish crackers. These supplies have already made a meaningful difference in my classroom by helping me create hands-on, engaging learning experiences for my students.\r\n\r\nThe Post-it Super Sticky Easel Pads will be used throughout the school year for a variety of classroom activities. My students use them to create posters, organize their ideas, collaborate with classmates, and participate in activities that require grouping, decision-making, and problem-solving. Having large, reusable spaces where students can physically organize and display their thinking makes classroom activities much more interactive and gives students an opportunity to learn from one another.\r\n\r\nThe Goldfish crackers were put to immediate use in a population studies lab involving grid sampling. Students used the Goldfish to model a population and practice sampling techniques while collecting data and working through mathematical calculations. What could have been a difficult and intimidating math activity became something fun and meaningful because students were able to physically interact with the \"population\" they were studying.\r\n\r\nThe engagement during this lab was incredible. My students stayed focused and involved for the entire class period, and even some of my students who typically struggle the most with math were actively participating without complaining about the calculations. They were learning important scientific and mathematical concepts while having fun—and they didn't even realize how much math they were doing!\r\n\r\nThese donations have helped me turn abstract concepts into hands-on learning experiences that students can see, touch, discuss, and understand. Most importantly, they have helped create a classroom where students are willing to participate, take risks, collaborate, and stay engaged in their learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping me make learning more engaging and memorable. Your generosity is making a difference in my classroom, one hands-on learning experience at a time!","fullyFundedDate":1789064832445,"projectUrl":"project/biomes-of-the-world/10469128/","projectTitle":"Biomes of the World","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10588053"},{"teacherId":9994097,"projectId":10188152,"letterContent":"My students were excited to receive the new materials and have already put them to great use. The dry-erase markers have been especially helpful as students use our classroom whiteboards to work through chemistry problems, review concepts, and prepare for upcoming tests. The dividers have also been valuable during assessments by helping students maintain academic integrity and providing a focused testing environment. Your donation also helps every student has equal access to materials!!!!!!!!!!!","fullyFundedDate":1778262822188,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-the-future/10188152/","projectTitle":"Back to the Future","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Crisostomo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9994097"},{"teacherId":9989836,"projectId":9223314,"letterContent":"These items have been a gaming changer in my classroom organization!\r\n\r\nI utilize the table for my student center. It holds all their school supplies and office tools such as staplers and hole punchers. My students know anything on this table is for their use in my classroom. \r\n\r\nThe printer made it possible for me to print copies for my classroom at any time. In the past I would have to wait to leave my classroom to retrieve copies. I no longer need to do that. And I can make colored copies!\r\n\r\nThe white board is my favorite item. I use it for small groups so I can reteach content to students who failed the unit assessment.","fullyFundedDate":1743616011765,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-organization-interaction-to-o/9223314/","projectTitle":"Bringing Organization & Interaction to Our Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Castro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9989836"},{"teacherId":9994097,"projectId":9590516,"letterContent":"The introduction of the iPad in my classroom has transformed both student learning and my teaching experience. The device has empowered my students to engage more deeply with lessons through interactive apps, digital note-taking, and instant access to resources that enhance understanding and creativity. For me as an educator, the iPad has elevated my teaching by giving me the freedom to move around the classroom instead of being tied to the front. I can monitor student progress in real time, provide one-on-one support, and project lessons wirelessly while maintaining a more dynamic and engaging classroom environment. This mobility has strengthened my connection with students and created a more collaborative, technology-driven learning space.\r\n\r\nBeyond convenience, the iPad has encouraged a culture of independence and collaboration among my students. They take ownership of their learning by exploring topics, conducting research, and sharing their findings with peers through digital presentations and interactive discussions. The versatility of the iPad has not only supported different learning styles but also prepared students for a future where technology and innovation are essential skills. Overall, it has redefined how teaching and learning take place in my classroom—making the experience more engaging, flexible, and impactful for everyone involved.","fullyFundedDate":1757512230585,"projectUrl":"project/be-elite/9590516/","projectTitle":"Be Elite","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Crisostomo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9994097"},{"teacherId":8272494,"projectId":9502961,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been transformed in ways that truly matter for my students. We are using the new resources daily to support hands-on, visual, and interactive learning—especially important for students in special education. One meaningful moment was during a recent science lesson when students were able to use the materials to model concepts instead of just hearing about them. Seeing them actively engaged, explaining ideas to one another, and showing confidence was incredibly rewarding.\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate. Many of them asked, \"Is this really for us?\" and wanted to explore everything right away. For students who often struggle with attention or confidence, the new resources made learning feel accessible and fun. Several students who are usually hesitant to participate were eager to jump in and try activities, which led to stronger engagement and better understanding.\r\nBecause of your support, students are now building foundational skills that will carry into upcoming lessons. Our next steps include using these resources to deepen comprehension through small-group activities, guided practice, and project-based learning tied to real-world science connections. Your contribution didn't just provide materials—it opened doors for confidence, curiosity, and meaningful learning experiences. 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