Academy High School in Kingsville, Texas on DonorsChoose

{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Academy High School","outOfStateSupporters":31.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6315122,"projectId":9490334,"letterContent":"Thank you again for all of your help. The Library Club brings students together to bond over their love of community and reading. Our school is often so academically rigorous that it can become overwhelming and it doesn't leave a lot of time for students to relax and be creative. With the help of these items, the students were able to spend many days together talking, laughing, bonding, and crafting. It was so impressive to see all the things the students were able to create. They were so happy and impressed with the items they received. Thank you for helping my library club create lasting memories!","fullyFundedDate":1756134336129,"projectUrl":"project/library-club-materials-refill/9490334/","projectTitle":"Library Club Materials Refill","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Barrera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6315122_orig.jpg?crop=390,390,x316,y86&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1619706967319","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6315122"},{"teacherId":6315122,"projectId":9148163,"letterContent":"Thanks to your help, my students have a new and improved library experience! Every time a student walked into the library, they had the same reaction: \"Wow!\", \"It looks so nice!\", \"I love the colors!\", \"It feels so cozy!\" Their faces lit up as they explored their new space. Most students were most excited for the button maker! From the moment we set it up, students have asked to make buttons and suggested new designs. We even used it at our organization fair! (And it was a big hit!)\r\n\r\nOur current school year is ending on a positive note because of the positive changes that occurred in our library. As we look forward to the next year, we are excited about the possibilities of our new space! With our new craft items, we can offer more activities throughout the school year, and our new button maker will continue to bring joy and excitement to the students. Now that the space is nicer, we can hold more student-oriented activities in the library, and everyone will feel welcome and comfortable! There is still more we can do, but these steps were necessary to move us forward in the right direction. Thank you so much for your donation. Please know that you have made a direct impact on students' lives!","fullyFundedDate":1744746545391,"projectUrl":"project/loving-literacy/9148163/","projectTitle":"Loving Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Barrera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6315122_orig.jpg?crop=390,390,x316,y86&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1619706967319","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6315122"},{"teacherId":9705169,"projectId":8699948,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredible generosity! The lap desks and bean bag chair you provided have transformed our independent work times. My students eagerly use the new resources during activities like working on individualized skill plans or listening to online books. One standout moment came during a recent reading intervention session: a student who usually struggles with focus chose a lap desk and settled on the floor. They stayed engaged with their book for the entire session—a huge milestone. It's incredible to see how these flexible seating options encourage focus and comfort, creating an environment where my students can thrive.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, the students were curious and excited, immediately asking how they could use them. The bean bag chair quickly became a favorite spot, and the lap desks are constantly demanded for floor work. As we continue our journey, I plan to add more flexible seating options so every student can benefit from this supportive learning setup. Your support has already impacted their academic success, and I can't thank you enough for helping create a classroom where learning feels comfortable and fun.","fullyFundedDate":1725244326727,"projectUrl":"project/creating-flexible-seating-for-enhanced-l/8699948/","projectTitle":"Creating Flexible Seating for Enhanced Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9705169_orig.jpg?crop=900,900,x0,y129&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725628805219","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9705169"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_13880","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":383,"numTeachers":23,"percentFrplEligible":37,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":18,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":78,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"16.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":68.8,"schoolId":13880,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Academy High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Academy High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/santa-gertrudis-independent-school-district/msc-183-academy-high-school/13880"}

About this school

Academy High School is a town public school in Kingsville, Texas that is part of Santa Gertrudis Independent School District. It serves 383 students in grades 9 - 12 with a student/teacher ratio of 16.7:1. Its teachers have had 130 projects funded on DonorsChoose.

Equity Focus School

Support towards this school will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Public School

Title 1

Grades 9 - 12

383 Students

23 Teachers

1055 W Santa Gertrudis

Kingsville, TX 78363 View local requests

http://www.sgisd.net

Evidence-based impact

Inspire teachers to stay in the classroom and boost student achievement.¹

Give to this school

Ms. Vero, a DonorsChoose teacher for 9 years.

Kindergarten teacher at PS81 - Robert J. Christen School in Bronx, NY

Academy High School Teachers on DonorsChoose

Ms. Kelley's Counseling

See more teachers from Academy High School

DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. Each classroom request for funding was created by a classroom teacher and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.

See how DonorsChoose works

Academy High School Demographics

37%

of students receive free or reduced price lunch

Source: the National Center for Education Statistics

79%

of students are Black, Latino, Native American, or Asian

Schools in districts that mainly serve students of color receive substantially less state and local support than similar districts that serve primarily White students. Learn more about this gap, why it exists, and how you can help close it.

Academy High School Support on DonorsChoose Last updated Dec 4, 2025

DonorsChoose makes it easy for anyone to help a teacher in need, moving us closer to a nation where students in every community have the tools and experiences they need for a great education.