{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Da Vinci School Science & Arts","outOfStateSupporters":0.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9930545,"projectId":10554849,"letterContent":"This project has made a meaningful impact on our robotics students by providing two things that are essential to a successful robotics program: the ability to safely operate our robots and the opportunity for more students to practice driving them. The new controllers allow students to directly interact with the robots they have designed, built, and programmed. They can test mechanisms, practice competition maneuvers, troubleshoot programming, and develop the coordination and communication needed between drivers and other team members. Instead of waiting for access to limited equipment, more students can participate directly in testing and driving.\r\nThe safety glasses are equally important because robotics involves much more than programming. Students work with tools, moving mechanisms, motors, gears, metal components, and other materials while constructing and modifying their robots. Having proper eye protection reinforces that safety is part of engineering, not simply a classroom rule. Students are learning to develop the same habits and responsibilities expected in engineering, manufacturing, and other technical workplaces.\r\nWhat has been especially exciting is seeing students gain confidence as they practice. Some students naturally gravitate toward building or programming, while others discover that they enjoy driving, testing, or troubleshooting the robot. The controllers give them immediate feedback—they can see how a change in their design or code affects the robot's performance and then work together to improve it. Thank you for helping us create a safer, more hands-on robotics environment and for giving our students the equipment they need to prepare, practice, and proudly represent our school in robotics competitions.","fullyFundedDate":1789501841554,"projectUrl":"project/safe-drive-gearing-up-for-robotics-co/10554849/","projectTitle":"Safe & Drive: Gearing Up for Robotics Competition","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Llamas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9930545_orig.png?crop=941,941,x0,y156&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1781794224523","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9930545"},{"teacherId":9930545,"projectId":10433635,"letterContent":"This project has transformed what my robotics students are able to accomplish in our classroom and competition program. With the new FTC building components, odometry system, batteries, and additional hardware, students are able to take their engineering designs from sketches and ideas to a fully functioning robot. They are learning how mechanical design, electronics, programming, and mathematics work together as one complete robotic system. Instead of only discussing these concepts, students can build mechanisms, program autonomous movements, collect data, test their designs, identify failures, and make improvements using the Engineering Design Process.\r\nOne of the most exciting additions for my students has been the odometry system. It gives them an opportunity to explore more advanced robotics concepts such as robot positioning, autonomous navigation, distance, direction, and programming based on real sensor data. The additional batteries and building components also mean students can spend more time testing and improving the robot instead of being limited by available equipment. Students with different interests have found a place on the team—some gravitate toward building and mechanical design, while others have become especially interested in programming, autonomous operation, testing, or driving.\r\nMost importantly, these materials have given my students ownership of their learning. When something does not work, they have to determine whether the problem is mechanical, electrical, or related to their programming and then work together to find a solution. Seeing a robot they designed, built, and programmed successfully complete a task creates a level of excitement that is difficult to reproduce with a traditional lesson. Thank you for investing in our students and giving them access to technology that allows them to learn engineering by actually becoming young engineers","fullyFundedDate":1786471302815,"projectUrl":"project/building-tomorrows-engineers/10433635/","projectTitle":"Building Tomorrow's Engineers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Llamas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9930545_orig.png?crop=941,941,x0,y156&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1781794224523","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9930545"},{"teacherId":9930545,"projectId":10184874,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our project, \"Code, Create, Compete: Fueling Our Robotics Team.\" Because of your generosity, our students have access to technology that makes learning more engaging and meaningful. Instead of only learning about robotics and coding from a textbook, students can now build, program, and test their own creations while developing problem-solving and teamwork skills.\r\n\r\nThe students were very excited when the new materials arrived. They immediately wanted to explore the technology, build projects, and see how everything worked. One of the most rewarding moments has been watching students gain confidence as they successfully program robots and overcome challenges through trial and error.\r\n\r\nThese resources are helping prepare our students for robotics competitions and future STEM careers. Thank you for giving our students the opportunity to learn through hands-on experiences and inspiring them to become the next generation of innovators and engineers.","fullyFundedDate":1776183927769,"projectUrl":"project/code-create-compete-fueling-our-robot/10184874/","projectTitle":"Code, Create, Compete: Fueling Our Robotics Team","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Llamas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9930545_orig.png?crop=941,941,x0,y156&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1781794224523","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9930545"},{"teacherId":9930545,"projectId":9892451,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our students have been able to engage in exciting, hands-on STEM experiences that brought engineering, artificial intelligence, and environmental science concepts to life. When the materials arrived, students were eager to open the kits and immediately began exploring the components. The excitement and curiosity in the classroom were incredible as students worked collaboratively to assemble the KAI Artificial Intelligence Robot, investigate weather patterns using the Weather & Climate Lab, and explore sustainable technologies through the Green Engineering kit.\r\n\r\nOne of the most memorable moments was watching students successfully build and program the KAI robot while learning about machine learning, sensors, and problem-solving. Students also used the Green Engineering kit to investigate renewable energy concepts and sustainable design, while the Weather & Climate Lab allowed them to collect and analyze environmental data using scientific instruments. These projects encouraged teamwork, critical thinking, perseverance, and creativity while helping students make meaningful connections between classroom learning and real-world applications.\r\n\r\nAs we continue our STEM and engineering lessons, students will build upon these experiences by designing their own engineering solutions, analyzing environmental data, exploring renewable energy technologies, and investigating emerging fields such as artificial intelligence. These resources have transformed our classroom into an active learning environment where students are not only learning about science and engineering, but they are also becoming scientists, engineers, and innovators themselves. Thank you for investing in our students and helping inspire the next generation of STEM leaders.","fullyFundedDate":1772807140695,"projectUrl":"project/stem-for-steem/9892451/","projectTitle":"Stem for Steem","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Llamas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9930545_orig.png?crop=941,941,x0,y156&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1781794224523","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9930545"},{"teacherId":9930545,"projectId":9757204,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support! The new technology has already made a big impact on our students' learning. It allows them to engage with lessons in interactive ways, like virtual simulations and collaborative projects, making abstract concepts easier to understand. Students are excited about the hands-on tools and the ability to work at their own pace, receiving immediate feedback.\r\n\r\nWe've seen some students, especially those who are quieter or need extra support, thrive with the new tech. It gives them a platform to express themselves creatively and work more confidently with their peers.\r\n\r\nThanks to your donation, our students are gaining valuable skills in critical thinking, collaboration, and digital literacy. 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