{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Paradigm High School","outOfStateSupporters":34.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8283181,"projectId":10157893,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made a meaningful and lasting impact on our classroom. Because of your support, our students now have access to engaging, visually rich graphic novels that make reading more approachable, exciting, and inclusive. These books are already helping students who may have struggled with traditional texts feel more confident and motivated to read.\r\n\r\nMany of my students are visual learners, artists, or reluctant readers, and graphic novels offer them a way to connect with storytelling in a format that feels accessible rather than overwhelming. Even more importantly, these stories reflect a wide range of identities and experiences, allowing students to see themselves in literature while also building empathy and understanding for others.\r\n\r\nThese books won't just benefit one class or one group of students. They will become part of our school library, continuing to inspire many students over time. Your donation is not a one-time gift, but an ongoing investment in creativity, literacy, and representation.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and in the power of stories. Your support truly makes a difference, and I am so grateful you chose to invest in our classroom through DonorsChoose.","fullyFundedDate":1773849012413,"projectUrl":"project/graphic-novels-celebrating-diversity-vi/10157893/","projectTitle":"Graphic Novels Celebrating Diversity: Visual Stories That Inspire Young Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bowe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8283181_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696113170067","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/paradigmart"},{"teacherId":8283181,"projectId":10094811,"letterContent":"The incentive snacks funded through this project made a noticeable difference in my classroom during our study period. Seniors often struggle with motivation for repetitive online practice, especially when they already know they are close to graduation. Having a clear, immediate reward for staying on task helped create a much more focused and productive atmosphere.\r\n\r\nStudents quickly understood that the snacks were not automatic, but earned through completing their required ALEKS math practice and CommonLit reading work. Because of this, I saw more students staying engaged for the full study period instead of drifting off task. Several students who previously struggled to complete their weekly math minutes began consistently meeting their goals.\r\n\r\nThe incentives also helped reinforce a culture of accountability. Students reminded each other about their progress, checked their minutes, and encouraged their classmates to stay focused so they could earn the reward together. What started as a simple motivator turned into a small but effective system that supported positive habits during an otherwise challenging part of the school day.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, the project helped remove a financial burden from me personally. I had been purchasing these incentives out of pocket in order to keep the system fair and consistent for all students. Because of donor support, I was able to continue offering the same positive reinforcement without worrying about the cost.\r\n\r\nI am incredibly grateful to the donors who supported this project. These small rewards helped my seniors stay engaged, build responsibility, and complete the academic work expected of them during study period.","fullyFundedDate":1772224489559,"projectUrl":"project/motivating-seniors-during-reading-math/10094811/","projectTitle":"Motivating Seniors During Reading & Math Study With Positive Incentives","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bowe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8283181_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696113170067","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/paradigmart"},{"teacherId":8283181,"projectId":10095046,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping us bring these inclusive graphic novels to our school library. Your generosity made it possible for our students to access stories that expand representation and explore important issues like disability, racial justice, environmental responsibility, and social change.\r\n\r\nMany of my students connect especially well with graphic novels. The visual storytelling format helps support comprehension, engagement, and confidence, particularly for neurodivergent students and those who struggle with traditional text-heavy books. Because of your support, students now have access to books that are not only engaging but also meaningful and reflective of diverse experiences.\r\n\r\nYour support is helping create a library collection where more students can see themselves represented and where every student can explore new perspectives through reading. Thank you for investing in our students' literacy, curiosity, and growth.","fullyFundedDate":1772165527148,"projectUrl":"project/inclusive-graphic-novels-for-literacy-r/10095046/","projectTitle":"Inclusive Graphic Novels for Literacy, Representation, and Access","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bowe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8283181_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696113170067","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/paradigmart"},{"teacherId":8283181,"projectId":9936901,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project and helping refresh our art classroom. As soon as the materials arrived, my students were immediately curious and excited. They noticed the bright paint colors right away and asked when we would start fixing the tables. \r\n\r\nWe have begun patching cracks, dents, and worn areas on our studio tables using the lightweight spackling. Students helped identify areas that needed attention and took real ownership over the process. Once the repairs were complete, we started repainting the surfaces together. Watching students carefully apply fresh coats of color and see the tables transform has been incredibly rewarding. The room already feels brighter, cleaner, and more intentional.\r\n\r\nThese refreshed work surfaces are now being used daily for painting, drawing, and mixed media projects. Students are more comfortable working on smooth, clean tables, and cleanup is noticeably easier. The updated space has set a new tone for the classroom. Students are taking better care of the room because it feels respected and valued. This project has helped reinforce that their creativity matters and that their learning environment deserves care.","fullyFundedDate":1766929890712,"projectUrl":"project/a-brighter-cleaner-art-room-for-inspire/9936901/","projectTitle":"A Brighter, Cleaner Art Room for Inspired Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bowe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8283181_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696113170067","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/paradigmart"},{"teacherId":8948332,"projectId":9166286,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping our class and make some of our marketing projects possible. \r\n\r\nWe have learned about branding and Products, we have a project on having students to create a shopping bag with their company's logo and slogans on it. This help them to have a goal to work on and be more serious in creating their products, knowing their target audience and have the brand logo and slogan that match their targets. \r\n\r\nWith the paper bags, they can carry the bag and have a physical items to show during their presentation. A lot of them were proud of what they create and we won't have this fun experiece without your help. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1744220047089,"projectUrl":"project/marketing-on-the-move/9166286/","projectTitle":"Marketing on the Move","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Colton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8948332_orig.jpg?crop=1500,1500,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742339103500","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8948332"},{"teacherId":8583414,"projectId":9658074,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation of a countertop oven for our school. It arrived quickly and we have been able to use it twice already! So far we have made oven fries, using some potatoes from our school garden, which baked beautifully in the oven, as well as chocolate chip cookies. For many of my students, this was the first time that they had made either of these recipes from scratch and it was exciting to see their pride as they watched their efforts turn into delicious food.\r\n\r\nThis little oven will be used for many years to come. Not only do my homesteading and seminar classes use it, but also Mrs. Shoumatoff's health classes. We'll be able to make recipes that explore America's history through food in the coming semesters: foods from the westward expansion era like cornbread and from the depression era, such as water pie. This oven helps to turn the science lab into a usable kitchen, opening up so many teaching possibilities. Thank you so much for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1757338162762,"projectUrl":"project/countertop-oven-to-teach-cooking-skills/9658074/","projectTitle":"Countertop Oven to Teach Cooking Skills for Life","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8583414"},{"teacherId":8283181,"projectId":9795526,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this project and helping us prepare for an unforgettable art show next semester. Even though the LEGO Mona Lisa set has not arrived yet, the news that we will have such a special grand prize has already made a huge impact on my students. When I told them what the prize would be, the room immediately filled with excitement and disbelief. Several students looked up the set online and started talking about how many tiny bricks it contains, what the final piece looks like, and how amazing it would feel to win something connected to both art and engineering.\r\n\r\nRight now, students are beginning early brainstorming for their spring art projects. Knowing a prize like this is waiting for them has inspired many of them to think bigger and challenge themselves. One student who usually prefers simple projects has already begun exploring more detailed ideas because, in his words, \"If that Mona Lisa is the prize, I want to actually earn it.\" Another student said she plans to experiment with techniques she's been nervous to try because the opportunity \"feels too cool to play it safe.\"\r\n\r\nThe accompanying book, Meet Leonardo da Vinci, has also helped set the stage for our next unit. Even without the prize in hand yet, the materials have given us a chance to talk about Renaissance innovation, creative problem-solving, and how artists across history push boundaries—just like our students do. The anticipation alone has motivated them to take their planning more seriously and see their artwork as part of something bigger.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving our students something to look forward to and work toward. Your generosity is already shaping the energy and excitement in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1762266364004,"projectUrl":"project/masterpiece-motivation-a-lego-grand-pri/9795526/","projectTitle":"Masterpiece Motivation: a Lego Grand Prize for Our Art Show","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bowe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8283181_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696113170067","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/paradigmart"},{"teacherId":8283181,"projectId":9795486,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this project and helping us bring excitement and recognition to our Digital Art and Game Design category at the annual school art show. The new technology and creative prizes you funded have already made a huge impact on our students. Many of them use digital tools in everyday life, but they rarely have access to personal devices or art technology they can explore independently. The Fire HD tablet has given students the chance to practice digital drawing, sketch ideas on the go, and experiment with creative apps in ways that help them grow as young artists and designers.\r\n\r\nWhat students are most excited about, though, is the idea of winning a prize that truly reflects their interests and hard work. When they saw the Mario and Minecraft items, the Pix Brix pixel art kit, the stickers, and the coloring book, there was an immediate buzz in the classroom. These items connect directly to the digital art and game design skills they practice every day. They feel seen and celebrated when the prizes are connected to the art forms they love.\r\n\r\nSome students who are usually quieter or less confident have shown the biggest spark. One student who has struggled with traditional drawing assignments has become incredibly dedicated to her digital artwork, and knowing she could win the tablet has motivated her to push her project further than ever before. Another student who loves pixel art has already asked to create sample pieces with the Pix Brix kit to inspire others. These prizes have created a positive atmosphere of creativity, friendly competition, and pride that carries into daily classwork.\r\n\r\nYour generosity does more than buy materials. It builds momentum, confidence, and joy for students who don't always receive recognition for their digital talents. Thank you for helping us celebrate their innovation and creativity.","fullyFundedDate":1762266268484,"projectUrl":"project/power-up-prizes-celebrating-digital-art/9795486/","projectTitle":"Power Up Prizes: Celebrating Digital Art & Game Design Achievements","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bowe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8283181_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696113170067","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/paradigmart"},{"teacherId":8283181,"projectId":9795422,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Level Up Learning\" project. These new books and beginner coding kits have already become an exciting and meaningful part of our Video Game Art and Design class. Many students in this class love games but have never had the chance to learn about the history, artistry, or engineering behind them. The books you helped provide introduce students to the world behind the screen, including the pioneers who shaped the industry, the evolution of gaming technology, and the creative processes that make interactive worlds possible.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is active and hands-on. Students browse our new titles during warm-ups, use them for inspiration during character design, and reference them during research projects on gaming careers and development pipelines. Books like The Comic Book Story of Video Games and Gamer Girls have been especially popular, with students constantly pointing out fascinating facts about early consoles, groundbreaking designers, and the impact of diversity in the industry. Others are drawn to Imaginative Realism for help with world-building and concept art, using its techniques to improve their drawing assignments. Several students have already challenged themselves to design sprites and pixel art after exploring our Perler bead and pixel-craft books.\r\n\r\nThese resources have sparked curiosity and confidence in students who sometimes feel unsure about their artistic or technical skills. Having relatable stories, visual guides, and approachable coding kits helps them understand that game creation is something they can do, not just something large studios do. Your generosity has made our classroom library a place where students feel empowered to explore, read, create, and imagine themselves in future careers.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us build a space where creativity, literacy, and technology come together.","fullyFundedDate":1762266285273,"projectUrl":"project/level-up-learning-exploring-the-art-of/9795422/","projectTitle":"Level Up Learning: Exploring the Art of Game Design","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bowe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8283181_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696113170067","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/paradigmart"},{"teacherId":8283181,"projectId":9381766,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this project and giving my students the chance to work like real designers and makers. The new tools have already made such a meaningful difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nOne of the first ways we put the Dremel kit to use was in our upcycled vinyl record clock project. Students take donated records, drill the holes slightly larger, and transform them into fully functional clocks using clock kits. The Dremel has helped us safely sand, carve, and adjust materials with precision, and it has opened up possibilities we simply did not have before. The students absolutely love using a real tool that allows them to shape and refine their creations just like professional makers.\r\n\r\nWhen they first saw the new materials, there was so much excitement. Several students immediately began brainstorming new sculptural ideas and asking what else they could engineer using the Dremel and the other tools you helped provide. The hammer, batteries, and thumb tacks have already been used in kinetic pieces, lightweight structures, and installation displays for our art shows.\r\n\r\nThese tools have empowered my students to think creatively, work hands-on, and explore the world of design and engineering through art. Your generosity has helped them gain confidence, independence, and problem-solving skills as they build and bring their ideas to life.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in my students and supporting the work we do. Your gift has had a tremendous impact on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1749141005730,"projectUrl":"project/build-like-a-designer-engineering-tools/9381766/","projectTitle":"Build Like a Designer: Engineering Tools for Young Artists","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bowe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8283181_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696113170067","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/paradigmart"},{"teacherId":8948332,"projectId":9186365,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making my Chinese class more fun.\r\nMany times, we have students learn at different pace and they might not want to review or study. With the Chinese story books and some Chinese boardgame, like Chinese crackers, the students has more interests in learning more about the Chinese culture. They enjoy playing games and compare to the own culture boardgames. They did some Chinese puzzles and read books related to different Chinese festivals. They don't think the class is boring because they learn quick, they think they can have more fun and learn more if they finish fast. \r\nThank you again for providing the tools and materials so my students can enjoy the class.","fullyFundedDate":1744410246441,"projectUrl":"project/chinese-library/9186365/","projectTitle":"Chinese Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Colton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8948332_orig.jpg?crop=1500,1500,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742339103500","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8948332"},{"teacherId":8283181,"projectId":9356560,"letterContent":"I am deeply grateful for your generous support of our Support with Dignity project. Your contribution has made it possible for us to provide essential items—such as backpacks, lunchboxes, binders, and notebooks—to students who might otherwise start the school year without some of these basic necessities.\r\n\r\nThough the new school year has yet to begin, the impact of your kindness is already being felt. With these supplies ready, we can ensure that students facing financial hardships will have the tools they need to feel prepared and confident from day one. This not only supports their academic success but also fosters a sense of belonging and self-worth.\r\n\r\nYour generosity will remove a barrier for many families in our community. By alleviating the stress of acquiring school supplies, you will allow parents in need to focus on other essential priorities, knowing their children are equipped for the classroom. For the students, receiving these items means they can engage fully in their education without feeling different or left out.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for helping us uphold their dignity. Your support has made a lasting difference, and we are excited to witness the positive outcomes in the upcoming school year.","fullyFundedDate":1747798340502,"projectUrl":"project/support-with-dignity-backpacks-and-basi/9356560/","projectTitle":"Support with Dignity: Backpacks and Basics for Families in Need","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bowe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8283181_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696113170067","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/paradigmart"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_34111","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":353,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":28,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":80,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":14,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"7 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":66.0,"schoolId":34111,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Paradigm High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Paradigm High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/utah/utah-department-of-education/paradigm-high-school/34111"}