{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"United South High School","outOfStateSupporters":26.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9591641,"projectId":9390137,"letterContent":"Thanks to your donations, I have been able to create an inviting environment that allows students to feel comfortable and engaged during reading. This has motivated students to sit down and read during our Drop Everything And Read (DEAR) Time. \r\n\r\nNow, students have a cozy corner to look forward to in the classroom during our reading time. This has also helped build our culture through social emotional learning where students monitor their own time in the seating area and ensure to make sure everyone is included in having an opportunity to take a turn. \r\n\r\nThank you for providing this great opportunity for my students. It may seem like it's only the aesthetic, but this has really gotten my students reading! I can't wait to continue sharing this with my students.","fullyFundedDate":1749752122250,"projectUrl":"project/cultivating-literacy/9390137/","projectTitle":"Cultivating Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ramos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9591641"},{"teacherId":2241886,"projectId":5566042,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students, faculty, and staff at United South High School, we extend our sincerest gratitude for your generous donation of supplies to support our Advanced Placement (AP) program. Your support has been instrumental in helping our students achieve academic excellence and bridge the educational gap.\r\n\r\nThrough your contributions, we have been able to:\r\nProvide students with the necessary resources, such as textbooks, study guides, and online resources, to succeed in their rigorous AP courses.\r\nReduce financial barriers to accessing these challenging courses for all students.\r\nCreate a more conducive and supportive learning environment for our AP scholars.\r\nThe impact of these contributions is significant. By successfully passing AP exams, our students earn valuable college credit, reducing the time and cost of their higher education. This empowers them to pursue their academic and career goals with greater confidence and financial security.\r\n\r\nFurthermore, the rigorous academic challenge of AP courses develops critical thinking, problem-solving, and research skills, preparing our students for the demands of college and beyond.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly proud to share that our campus earned Texas Education Agency (TEA) Distinctions for our AP student success. These distinctions serve as a testament to the hard work and dedication of our students and faculty, and they also highlight the positive impact of your generous support.\r\n\r\nYour commitment to providing our students with the tools and resources they need to succeed is deeply appreciated. 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Developed essential life skills such as discipline, teamwork, and perseverance, while also improving their cognitive and physical health. Experienced the joy and beauty of traditional arts through the vibrant combination of folkloric dance and live mariachi music. Your generosity will provide our students with a unique and unforgettable learning experience that will not only enrich their education but also empower them to become more confident, informed, and compassionate global citizens. We are incredibly grateful for your belief in the power of cultural education and your commitment to supporting the success of our students.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and support.","fullyFundedDate":1583791273065,"projectUrl":"project/cultural-values-immersion-through-danc/4791819/","projectTitle":"Cultural Values & Immersion Through Dance","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. G","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2241886_orig.jpg?crop=3000,3000,x0,y580&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753998268316","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/julissa-garza"},{"teacherId":9723745,"projectId":8730171,"letterContent":"We're absolutely blown away by the generosity of everyone who supported our film club fundraiser! Thanks to your amazing contributions, we were able to snag some seriously awesome new gear. We're talking a whole bunch of new cables and accessories, some handy dummy batteries to keep our gear safe, and the coolest part – two super flexible articulating arms with monitor mounts for our Sony FX30s. These arms are going to let us get some seriously creative shots and make our films look even more professional.\r\n\r\nWe can't thank you enough for making this possible. Your support means the world to our film club. This new equipment is going to make a huge difference in the quality of our films and give our students the tools they need to really shine. We're so excited to see what amazing projects we can create with these awesome new additions to our gear. Get ready to be impressed!","fullyFundedDate":1728437445276,"projectUrl":"project/frame-connect-empowering-creativity-w/8730171/","projectTitle":"Frame & Connect: Empowering Creativity with Cables and Cameras","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Flores","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9723745_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727681872567","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9723745"},{"teacherId":9723745,"projectId":8730247,"letterContent":"A huge thank you to everyone who chipped in for our fundraiser! Your generosity means the world to us. Thanks to your support, we've been able to upgrade our gear with some seriously awesome new V-mount plates and batteries for our Sony FX30s. This means we can shoot longer, worry less about running out of juice, and capture even better footage. \r\n\r\nThis gear is gonna be a game-changer for our student films! Imagine, no more worrying about batteries dying mid-shot during a competition. We can capture longer takes, experiment more, and really push the boundaries of our creativity. Plus, this pro-level setup will give our students the experience they need to rock those film festivals and blow everyone away with their amazing work. We can't wait to see the incredible films they make! 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With the materials you provided—Build-Your-Own Drone kits, glue guns, LEDs, batteries, and lights—we've completed hands-on activities that have brought learning to life.\r\n\r\nThe students loved starting with scribble bots, using motors and batteries to create robots that made colorful patterns on paper. It was a fun and engaging way to introduce circuits and basic engineering concepts. They were amazed to see their creations move and scribble unique designs, sparking curiosity and confidence.\r\n\r\nWe then took on a more advanced project: designing and building drones. Using Unity, students first rendered 3D models of their designs to learn about aerodynamics and engineering principles. Once complete, they used the kits to assemble their drones, adding LEDs for personal touches. The first successful drone flight brought cheers and high-fives across the classroom.\r\n\r\nThese experiences have built STEM skills, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities. 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