{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"West Jordan High School","outOfStateSupporters":45.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8296998,"projectId":9490234,"letterContent":"We are absolutely thrilled and deeply grateful for your generous contribution to our classroom! Thanks to you, we received the wonderful play houses, and they have instantly become a beloved centerpiece in our learning environment. The moment the students walked into the classroom and saw the new materials was truly magical. There were gasps of excitement and an immediate rush toward them—it was instant engagement! They immediately started exploring, assigning roles, and developing intricate imaginative scenarios, from running a bakery to a fire station. The level of cooperative play and communication that spontaneously erupted was remarkable. Seeing their faces light up with such joy and enthusiasm confirms just how valuable these resources are to fostering their creativity and social-emotional development.\r\n\r\nYour support has given our students a perfect, hands-on opportunity to practice the foundational skills we've been working on, especially in literacy and math. For instance, our current project is centered around the concept of Community Helpers. We are learning about the different roles people play in a neighborhood, like doctors, grocers, and police officers. The play houses are now essential in bringing this unit to life! The children will be designing signs for their \"businesses,\" writing menus or appointment slips, and using play money to practice counting and making change.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to integrate these play areas directly into our daily centers. The students will be using them to create dramatic play scenarios related to the community helper they are studying that week. This will not only reinforce their understanding of social studies concepts but also provide a meaningful context for practicing early writing, reading, and problem-solving skills. Thank you again for giving our students this incredibly valuable, joyful, and engaging learning tool. You have made a significant difference in our classroom this year!","fullyFundedDate":1755697078220,"projectUrl":"project/ultimate-wish-list/9490234/","projectTitle":"Ultimate Wish List","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vuyk","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8296998"},{"teacherId":10169453,"projectId":9575954,"letterContent":"Words can barely express my gratitude for your incredibly generous support in providing our classroom with ASL-accessible games, modified desks, and specialized filming equipment. These weren't just material purchases; they were an investment in equity, engagement, and the educational future of every student here. The moment we introduced the ASL-accessible games, the energy in the room completely shifted. Learning became instantly more collaborative and joyful, with every student, regardless of their communication mode, feeling fully included and able to lead. The standing desk has contributed immensely to the use of ASL in the classroom and the accessibility for students to be able to see and participate easily. \r\n\r\nThe impact of the specialized filming equipment has been particularly transformative for both instruction and student expression. No longer do we have to compromise on the quality or linguistic integrity of our video-based lessons. We can now create high-definition resources that model fluent, accurate ASL, significantly enhancing comprehension and language acquisition. More powerfully, this equipment has given our students a sophisticated platform to shine. They now use video to submit complex assignments, present projects, and share their understanding, validating ASL as a primary language of academic excellence. This ability to articulate their knowledge naturally and fluently has dramatically boosted their confidence and self-esteem. Thank you again for equipping us with the tools to create a truly inclusive, empowering, and technologically advanced learning environment. Thank you so much for making an impact in my classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1755623196967,"projectUrl":"project/first-year-teacher-creating-an-asl-frien/9575954/","projectTitle":"First Year Teacher Creating an ASL-Friendly and Accessible Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lightfoot","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10169453"},{"teacherId":6432604,"projectId":9400801,"letterContent":"The introduction of a Wall of Empowerment in my classroom has had a profound and positive impact on student engagement and morale. The wall, filled with motivational quotes, student achievements, and resources for personal growth, quickly became a focal point in our learning environment. Students are using the new resources to find encouragement, set personal goals, and celebrate each other's successes. It has also sparked meaningful conversations about self-improvement and resilience, providing a supportive atmosphere where students feel valued and motivated to do their best.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the Wall of Empowerment, their reactions were filled with excitement and curiosity. Many gathered around, reading the quotes aloud, pointing out achievements, and discussing which resources resonated most with them. One memorable moment occurred when a student who had recently struggled academically found her work featured on the wall. Her face lit up with pride, and classmates congratulated her, reinforcing a sense of community and support. The wall has quickly become a source of daily inspiration for everyone.\r\n\r\nThe next steps for our classroom lesson involve integrating the Wall of Empowerment into our regular routines. Students will have the opportunity to contribute new quotes, recognize classmates' achievements, and reflect on their personal growth each week. We will also use the wall as a springboard for lessons on goal setting, perseverance, and celebrating progress, ensuring that empowerment and positive reinforcement remain central themes in our classroom culture.","fullyFundedDate":1755623197112,"projectUrl":"project/wall-of-empowerment/9400801/","projectTitle":"Wall of Empowerment","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Black","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6432604_orig.jpg?crop=2146,2146,x169,y579&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755809603012","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6432604"},{"teacherId":6432604,"projectId":9398490,"letterContent":"Introducing a projector and screen into our classroom has transformed the way students learn and present information. This technology brings lessons to life by allowing students to incorporate images, videos, and dynamic slides into their presentations, making complex ideas easier to understand and retain. Students are more engaged and attentive when content is displayed visually, and they are eager to participate in lessons that use multimedia elements. The projector and screen also give students the opportunity to showcase their creativity and technical skills, making the learning process both interactive and memorable.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most is the chance to use real-world tools to share their knowledge and express themselves. Many students who were previously shy or hesitant to speak in front of the class have found confidence when using digital presentations. For example, one student who struggled with public speaking excelled when given the chance to use slides and visual aids, delivering a compelling and well-organized project that impressed both peers and teachers. 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The addition of basic tools such as chargers, flash drives, and mailing labels has streamlined classroom management and supported students' ability to stay organized and engaged. With chargers readily available, students no longer worry about losing valuable learning time due to low battery devices. Flash drives have been essential for saving and transferring work, while mailing labels have helped us efficiently organize materials and communicate with families.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting addition, however, has been the button-making materials. These have brought a new level of motivation and pride to our classroom. As students work toward earning their industry certification in Microsoft programs, they have the opportunity to design and receive a custom button to celebrate their achievement. The buttons serve as a visible symbol of their hard work and success, inspiring both the recipients and their classmates. One memorable moment was when the first group of students received their buttons—there was a genuine sense of excitement and accomplishment, with students proudly displaying their buttons on backpacks and lanyards.\r\n\r\nThese new resources have not only improved our classroom's functionality but have also fostered a culture of recognition and achievement. Moving forward, we plan to expand the button program to celebrate other milestones and skills, ensuring that every student has the chance to be acknowledged for their growth and effort.","fullyFundedDate":1755623197293,"projectUrl":"project/equipped-for-success-building-an-organi/9376099/","projectTitle":"Equipped for Success: Building an Organized and Inclusive Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Black","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6432604_orig.jpg?crop=2146,2146,x169,y579&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755809603012","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6432604"},{"teacherId":3766910,"projectId":9281202,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for donating. We recently had a pd from our reading teacher about how to better get students invested in reading. The books that were chosen as part of this project were specifically geared toward those reluctant students. For example, the thicker the book looks, students automatically turn away from it. Graphic novels go a long way for students as well. Up until now, my classroom library has been books I know students enjoy, but would call out to those students who already like to read. \r\nWith my new set of books, I'm excited to start \"First Chapter Feasts\" with my students. Despite the saying, most people actually judge a book by it's cover. By reading the beginning of a book to my students, this will allow them to get that first taste without the hassle of judging a cover. \r\nReading is so vital in life and it's getting harder to instill that love or even need into students. Thanks for helping me start to get there with my students.","fullyFundedDate":1755623197453,"projectUrl":"project/matching-books-to-the-reader/9281202/","projectTitle":"Matching Books to the Reader","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Polson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3766910_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1471490207182","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/polsonlibrary"},{"teacherId":9066314,"projectId":9395836,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our class now has a reliable set of Chromebook chargers and extension cords—and the impact was immediate. Before this project, students lost valuable learning time searching for outlets, borrowing chargers, or waiting for a device to power on. Now, every seat can be a learning-ready seat.\r\n\r\nWhat changed in our classroom\r\n\r\nMore learning time: We've cut down start-up delays and mid-lesson disruptions. Students plug in and stay engaged.\r\nEquitable access: Students who don't have chargers at home—or share devices with siblings—no longer fall behind due to battery issues.\r\nSmoother instruction: We can run research, writing workshops, and assessments without tech hiccups. Group work stations are powered and productive.\r\nSafety and organization: Extension cords with surge protection and clear cable routing keep our space tidy and safe.","fullyFundedDate":1756930647468,"projectUrl":"project/power-to-learn/9395836/","projectTitle":"Power to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ricks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9066314_orig.jpg?crop=1433,1433,x597,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714751140681","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rickyricks"},{"teacherId":4389922,"projectId":9475847,"letterContent":"Old school learning supplies help focus learning in a present and collaborative manner. Technology has it's place, but authentic creativity expands the mind and inprints content in a lasting manner that technology can't always rival. \r\n\r\nThe supplies you generously donated to my classroom facilitate learning, and my students will forever be impacted by your gift. They know I advocate for them, and that I will do whatever is needed to get what is needed for them to learn, but they are impacted all the same. Thank you for making my job a little easier. I am forever grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1755692675153,"projectUrl":"project/crafting-history/9475847/","projectTitle":"Crafting History","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. James","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4389922_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y293&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1630521818357","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4389922"},{"teacherId":4389922,"projectId":8665346,"letterContent":"Your thoughtful gift has given better technology access to our entire student body, roughly 2,000 students. Although the technology is small, it's impact is widely felt. Being able to zoom into details while discussing them as a whole class before independant work has helped students breakdown language barriers and feel confident in their understanding of instructions and expectations. \r\n\r\nAs we plan as a department team, we are able to plan instruction and activities that rely on this technology. It has been a game changer. \r\n\r\nIn addition to the tech, the updated set of historical atlases bring content into context and life with beautiful colors and pictures, as only National Geographic can. Students love to thumb through the pages, and the accessibility to content doesn't take bandwidth and it readily available. Thank you from the bottom of my teacher heart.","fullyFundedDate":1726597839965,"projectUrl":"project/history-team-tech-atlases/8665346/","projectTitle":"History Team Tech & Atlases","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. James","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4389922_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y293&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1630521818357","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4389922"},{"teacherId":9066314,"projectId":9490809,"letterContent":"Our DonorsChoose project aims to provide writer's notebooks to students in need, fostering a supportive environment where they can build writing confidence, develop a growth mindset towards editing, and share their work with peers. By doing so, we strive to create a community of enthusiastic writers and readers who embrace the writing process as a journey of self-expression and improvement.\r\n\r\nProject Objectives\r\n\r\nBuilding Writing Confidence: By providing each student with their own writer's notebook, we encourage them to view writing as a personal and creative outlet. This personalized space will help them develop a sense of ownership and confidence in their writing abilities.\r\n\r\nEmbracing Editing as Part of the Process: Through guided lessons and peer review activities, students will learn to see editing not as a criticism, but as an essential step towards refining their ideas and improving their craft. This mindset shift will help them approach challenges with resilience and optimism.\r\n\r\nEncouraging Peer Sharing: Regular sharing sessions will be implemented, where students can voluntarily share their work with their peers. This will not only help build a sense of community and support but also provide an audience for their writing, motivating them to produce their best work.\r\n\r\nExpected Outcomes\r\n\r\nImproved Writing Quality: Through regular writing practice and constructive feedback, students are expected to show significant improvement in their writing skills, including clarity, coherence, and creativity.\r\n\r\nIncreased Participation: By creating a safe and encouraging environment, we anticipate an increase in participation from reluctant writers and readers, helping to bridge the gap in literacy skills and confidence.\r\n\r\nEnhanced Classroom Dynamics: The project will foster a positive classroom environment where students support and learn from each other, promoting a culture of respect, empathy, and academic excellence.\r\n\r\nConclusion\r\n\r\nThis project is designed to make a lasting impact on the educational journey of our students. By equipping them with the tools and mindset necessary to succeed as writers, we are not only enhancing their academic performance but also empowering them with a lifelong skill that will serve them well beyond the classroom. Your support will be instrumental in helping us achieve these goals and inspire a love of writing in our young learners.","fullyFundedDate":1755689236654,"projectUrl":"project/writers-notebooks/9490809/","projectTitle":"Writers' Notebooks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ricks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9066314_orig.jpg?crop=1433,1433,x597,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714751140681","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rickyricks"},{"teacherId":6432604,"projectId":9398037,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generosity of our donors, receiving bilingual books for our communication class has had a meaningful impact on our students' learning. These books have given students the opportunity to practice reading and presenting to preschoolers, allowing them to adapt their communication to different age groups and language backgrounds. This experience not only builds essential presentation skills, but also promotes inclusivity and celebrates the diverse cultures within our school community.\r\n\r\nIn our lesson, students prepare by choosing a bilingual book and practicing how to read it aloud with expressive tones, clear pronunciation, and engaging gestures in both languages. We talk about the importance of using different tones and pacing to connect with young listeners. When students read to the preschoolers, they encourage participation and ask questions, making the experience lively and interactive. Students who are bilingual take pride in sharing their language, English learners gain valuable practice, and all students become more confident presenters.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful to our donors for making this possible. Your support has helped our students become stronger communicators and more inclusive leaders, while fostering a sense of connection and understanding that benefits our entire school. Thank you for making such a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1749400013749,"projectUrl":"project/building-communication-skills-through-bi/9398037/","projectTitle":"Building Communication Skills Through Bilingual Storytelling","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Black","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6432604_orig.jpg?crop=2146,2146,x169,y579&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755809603012","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6432604"},{"teacherId":6432604,"projectId":9396256,"letterContent":"Having fish in our classroom has brought a new sense of excitement, responsibility, and curiosity to my students. The aquarium has become a focal point where students gather, observe, and ask questions about the fish and their environment. This hands-on experience has sparked interest in science and biology, encouraging students to learn about aquatic ecosystems, animal care, and environmental stewardship in a way that feels personal and engaging.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, caring for the fish has taught my students valuable life skills. They work together to feed the fish, maintain the tank, and ensure a healthy habitat, which fosters teamwork, empathy, and a sense of accountability. Many students have shared how calming it is to watch the fish and how it helps them feel more connected to our classroom community. This project has inspired students to be more thoughtful about their actions, both towards each other and the environment. By caring for our fish, they are learning to care for themselves and others, building a foundation of kindness and respect that will last far beyond this school year. 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