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{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Washington High School","outOfStateSupporters":53.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9496783,"projectId":9621034,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support. With the provided staplers, my Design Fundamentals class has greatly benefited from the extended staplers. I will say students from the beginning were a bt puzzled but the presentation of the lengthy staplers, through trial and error they were able to correctly use them to make their reference books. For my Painting 1 & 2 class, we used them to create large sketchbooks to help them draft out some concept ideas for their directions for specific projects.\r\n\r\nAs we have completed our books we have begun learning about an artist named Megan Duncanson as she creates very colorful tree paintings. As her artworks center on a solid black tree, she uses Cool (Green, Blue, and Purple) and Warm (Red, Yellow, and Orange) colors to transition tones and textures throughout the artworks. Students learned about color schemes which they would decide to create their own artworks with Megan Duncanson as inspiration.\r\n\r\nAs book making seems like a small gesture to support, it has steered students to jot down their ideas and doodles to freely draw what they are thinking of. Of course we have you to thank for your great support.","fullyFundedDate":1765202529556,"projectUrl":"project/lets-make-some-books/9621034/","projectTitle":"Let's Make Some Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Nguyen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9496783_orig.jpg?crop=423,424,x0,y70&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711027873649","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9496783"},{"teacherId":9496783,"projectId":9617287,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping me keep my classroom environment as clean as I can make it. As an art teacher, it takes a lot of effort to ensure my students and myself are in a good place to learn. I started teaching at the worst timing during COVID but through adversity and creative solutions, I was able to ensure my classroom was safe for my students. \r\n\r\nThinking about it now, some students still remember when we all greatly emphasized the great need to always wash our hands/ use hands sanitizer at every moment. But of course with aggressive hand washing comes with dry skin causing our hands to crack. Nonetheless is is truly appreciated that you found me and supported my cause to ensure my students are safe. I will say that I have not had the opportunity for students to use protective gloves, as my lesson for that will take place somewhere late April or early May to keep students hands safe for Block Printing.\r\n\r\nUntil then I truly appreciate all the help you have done to support me and my students. \r\nLive well and prosper","fullyFundedDate":1765202528038,"projectUrl":"project/a-request-for-personal-protective-equipm/9617287/","projectTitle":"A Request for Personal Protective Equipment","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Nguyen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9496783_orig.jpg?crop=423,424,x0,y70&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711027873649","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9496783"},{"teacherId":8430088,"projectId":9890496,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support of \"STEM Sparks: Exploring Conductivity and Energy,\" my students have been able to move from simply reading about electricity to truly experiencing it. Using the new conductivity kits, multimeters, wires, batteries, and testing materials, students designed and built their own circuits to investigate which materials conduct electricity and why. One powerful classroom moment came when a group confidently predicted that a shiny metal-coated object would conduct electricity—only to discover through testing that the coating was non-conductive. That moment sparked an authentic discussion about material properties, surface treatments, and real-world engineering applications. Students are now using evidence from their investigations to support scientific claims, just like real engineers and physicists.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement was immediate. Students gathered around the supply bins, eager to handle the multimeters and circuit components. For many of them, it was the first time using professional-grade tools rather than simulations or textbook diagrams. The room buzzed with curiosity and collaboration as they tested coins, paper clips, rubber bands, graphite, and even classroom objects. What stood out most was their sense of ownership—this wasn't just a lab; it was their investigation.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, students are applying their understanding of conductivity to a larger design challenge: creating a simple, energy-efficient device that solves a real-world problem. They are analyzing how conductivity impacts energy transfer, efficiency, and safety in household wiring and renewable energy systems. Your support has not only strengthened their understanding of physical science concepts but also empowered them to think critically, problem-solve creatively, and see themselves as future innovators in STEM. Thank you for helping bring these sparks of discovery to life!","fullyFundedDate":1765202545935,"projectUrl":"project/stem-sparks-exploring-conductivity-and/9890496/","projectTitle":"STEM Sparks: Exploring Conductivity and Energy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rollan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8430088"},{"teacherId":9496783,"projectId":9617436,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding this project. It has allowed me to give students colored worksheets and reference guides—having color makes a real difference for visual learners and helps them find information quickly. Having a printer has helped me in providing the on-the-spot copying tool has freed up valuable instruction time and made it easy to produce materials when we need them. \r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, I can include more paper copy assignments that reduce digital distractions and keep students focused on learning. I understand that simply having a printer doesnt seem much, but it has been an amazing tool to help me.","fullyFundedDate":1765202525164,"projectUrl":"project/printing-a-necessary-tool-to-support-le/9617436/","projectTitle":"Printing! A Necessary Tool to Support Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Nguyen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9496783_orig.jpg?crop=423,424,x0,y70&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711027873649","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9496783"},{"teacherId":10142898,"projectId":9546520,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and belief in our students at Washington High School. Because of you, our Restorative Practice Room is becoming a welcoming, calming space where students can pause, reflect, and rebuild skills that support both their academic and personal growth.\r\n\r\nThe 9' plum classroom carpet, beanbag seating, and colorful floor cushions have completely transformed the room. Students now have comfortable, flexible seating options that help them feel safe and relaxed—an essential foundation for restorative conversations. Many students who struggle in traditional classroom settings immediately comment on how the space helps them feel welcomed, \"less stressed\" and more open to talking.\r\n\r\nYour support also made it possible for us to introduce intentional social-emotional learning activities. Resources like Everyday SEL in High School, the Visualz 5-Minute Relationship Activities, and the emotions feelings wheel poster help students name their emotions, practice empathy, and build stronger relationships with peers and adults. These tools allow us to turn moments of conflict or emotional overwhelm into opportunities for growth and connection.\r\n\r\nEven the simple additions, like Play-Doh for hands-on regulation activities, have made a powerful impact. Students often use it while processing feelings, which helps them self-regulate and stay engaged during restorative circles and individual check-ins.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our students now have a space that communicates care, dignity, and possibility. You didn't just purchase materials—you helped create an environment where students feel seen, supported, and capable of positive change.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and in the work of building a stronger, more compassionate school community.","fullyFundedDate":1765202546437,"projectUrl":"project/building-space-for-healing-one-chair-a/9546520/","projectTitle":"Building Space for Healing — One Chair at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10142898"},{"teacherId":8430088,"projectId":9888316,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Double the Charge: Exploring Static Electricity in STEM.\" Because of you, my students have been able to move beyond reading about static electricity and actually experience it firsthand.\r\n\r\nWe've been using our new Van de Graaff generator as the centerpiece of a hands-on exploration of electric charge. One unforgettable moment came when a student volunteered to place their hand on the dome and watched their hair slowly rise—followed immediately by laughter, wide eyes, and a flood of excited questions. That single demonstration sparked deeper conversations about electrons, charge transfer, and electric fields in a way no diagram ever could.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, students were buzzing with curiosity. Many had seen static electricity only as a small shock from a doorknob or a balloon stuck to a wall, so seeing charge build up on a large scale was thrilling. Several students who are usually quiet were suddenly leading discussions, making predictions, and asking to run trials again \"just to be sure.\"\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, students are now designing mini-investigations: testing which materials hold charge best, exploring grounding, and connecting what they observe to real-world applications like lightning, electrical safety, and everyday technology. Next, we'll be tying these experiments into energy transfer and engineering design challenges, helping students see how foundational science concepts power the world around them.\r\n\r\nBy contributing to this project, you gave my students a glimpse into what real scientific exploration feels like—curious, collaborative, and exciting. Thank you for helping make our classroom a place where learning truly comes alive.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nA very thankful STEM teacher","fullyFundedDate":1765202545001,"projectUrl":"project/double-the-charge-exploring-static-elec/9888316/","projectTitle":"Double the Charge: Exploring Static Electricity in STEM","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rollan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8430088"},{"teacherId":8430088,"projectId":9632868,"letterContent":"Thanks to generous support, our classroom received a variety of materials that have greatly enhanced hands-on learning and student engagement in chemistry, STEM, and scientific investigation.\r\n\r\nBorax Powder: Students used this multipurpose cleaning agent in experiments to explore chemical reactions, crystallization, and solutions, helping them understand concepts like solubility, saturation, and the formation of bonds in a visual, interactive way.\r\n\r\nWhite School Glue: This versatile material allowed students to investigate polymers, viscosity, and bonding, providing a tactile experience that reinforced lessons on chemical structure and physical properties.\r\n\r\nBaking Soda: Students applied baking soda in experiments to observe acid-base reactions, gas production, and energy changes, connecting abstract chemical concepts to real-world phenomena like fizzing reactions and foaming effects.\r\n\r\nSlide Microscopes: These microscopes enabled students to observe small-scale structures and chemical products, strengthening their understanding of the microscopic world and improving their scientific observation and data recording skills.\r\n\r\nCraft Sticks: Students incorporated craft sticks in STEM modeling projects, such as building molecular models, demonstrating forces, and constructing frameworks, connecting chemistry and physics concepts to hands-on problem-solving.\r\n\r\nCollectively, these materials enhanced inquiry-based learning, allowing students to design experiments, make observations, collect and analyze data, and connect classroom science to real-world applications. Students became more engaged, curious, and confident, developing skills in experimentation, critical thinking, and collaborative problem-solving that will serve them in future STEM learning and careers.","fullyFundedDate":1760824844992,"projectUrl":"project/sticky-slime-sparkling-crystals/9632868/","projectTitle":"“Sticky Slime, Sparkling Crystals”","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rollan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8430088"},{"teacherId":8430088,"projectId":9771809,"letterContent":"Thanks to generous support, our classroom received a set of professional measurement tools that have transformed student learning in energy, environmental science, and applied physics.\r\n\r\nAir Quality Meter: Students can now monitor indoor and outdoor CO₂ levels, particulate matter, temperature, and humidity, giving them real-time insights into air quality and comfort. This has helped students understand the connection between environmental conditions, energy efficiency, and health, and it has reinforced lessons on data collection, analysis, and reporting.\r\n\r\nLaser Distance Meter: Students use precise distance measurements to map rooms and calculate volumes and spatial energy distribution, essential for energy audits and environmental studies. This tool allows them to engage in hands-on, real-world problem solving, such as calculating heating/cooling requirements or lighting efficiency.\r\n\r\nLight Meter: Measuring ambient light levels helps students assess energy efficiency in lighting and understand the role of illumination in sustainable building design. They can compare data across rooms and develop proposals for energy savings, linking physics concepts to practical applications.\r\n\r\nAnemometer: By measuring airflow, wind speed, pressure, and humidity, students gain hands-on experience in studying ventilation, indoor comfort, and energy transfer, directly applying concepts from thermodynamics and fluid dynamics.\r\n\r\nWatt Meter: Students now track real-time electricity usage of appliances, calculate costs, and understand how energy consumption impacts both bills and environmental footprint. This reinforces lessons in energy conversion, conservation, and power calculations, while connecting classroom learning to careers in engineering, energy auditing, and sustainability.\r\n\r\nCollectively, these tools have enhanced inquiry-based learning, allowing students to design experiments, collect and analyze authentic data, and propose real-world solutions for energy efficiency and environmental quality. Students are more engaged, confident, and motivated to explore STEM careers while seeing the tangible impact of science in their own building and community.","fullyFundedDate":1760824845307,"projectUrl":"project/effi-city-powering-smarter-energy-use/9771809/","projectTitle":"Effi-City: Powering Smarter Energy Use","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rollan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8430088"},{"teacherId":8430088,"projectId":9886728,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting Electrifying STEM: Hands-On Energy and Charge. Your generosity allowed my students to explore electricity and static charge in an exciting, hands-on way using the Van de Graaff generator and Wimshurst machine. These tools transformed abstract concepts into visible, interactive experiences that students could see, measure, and experiment with themselves.\r\n\r\nThe impact on student learning has been profound. Students are now able to understand how static electricity works, how charges interact, and how energy can be stored and transferred. The excitement in the classroom is palpable—students are fully engaged, asking questions, and eagerly designing experiments to test their ideas. Many commented that it felt like \"real science happening right in front of us,\" which has boosted their confidence and curiosity in STEM.\r\n\r\nThis project has improved my classroom by bringing hands-on, inquiry-based learning to the forefront. The Van de Graaff and Wimshurst machines allow students to safely explore forces and charges that would otherwise be invisible. They also provide opportunities to connect lessons to real-world applications and careers in engineering, energy systems, and technology. Students are learning to think like scientists, document observations, and apply critical thinking in ways that go far beyond traditional worksheets.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, my students now have a dynamic, interactive STEM experience that will inspire their learning and spark interest in scientific careers for years to come. Your generosity has truly made science come alive in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1763656806057,"projectUrl":"project/electrifying-stem-hands-on-energy-and-c/9886728/","projectTitle":"Electrifying STEM: Hands-On Energy and Charge","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rollan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8430088"},{"teacherId":8430088,"projectId":9771731,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting Heat Revealed: Students Using Thermal Vision to Track Energy Waste. Your generosity has made a powerful and immediate impact in my classroom. Because of your contribution, my students are now able to explore energy transfer, insulation, and real-world efficiency challenges with tools that scientists and technicians use every day.\r\n\r\nThe thermal camera has transformed our lessons from abstract ideas into meaningful, hands-on investigations. Students can now see heat loss around windows, doors, appliances, and even their own lab setups. This visual evidence has strengthened their understanding of energy flow far more than traditional worksheets ever could. They are discovering how buildings waste energy, identifying inefficiencies, and even proposing solutions—skills directly tied to real careers in engineering, building design, HVAC maintenance, and environmental science.\r\n\r\nYour support has also increased engagement and confidence. Students who normally hesitate to participate are eager to hold the camera, interpret thermal images, and discuss what they observe. Many have expressed that this was their favorite project of the year, and they felt like \"real investigators.\" The authentic connection to the world beyond the classroom has motivated them to think differently about how technology and science work together to improve communities.\r\n\r\nThis project has improved my classroom by making learning more dynamic, inquiry-based, and aligned with real-world STEM practices. The tools you provided will continue to be used year after year, helping future students understand energy efficiency, conservation, and environmental responsibility in ways that truly matter.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and investing in their future. Your generosity is shaping curious minds, empowering problem-solvers, and igniting a passion for STEM that will last long after this project ends.","fullyFundedDate":1760824845171,"projectUrl":"project/heat-revealed-students-using-thermal-vi/9771731/","projectTitle":"Heat Revealed: Students Using Thermal Vision to Track Energy Waste","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rollan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8430088"},{"teacherId":8430088,"projectId":9411529,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom now has the materials to explore the invisible world of electrostatics and electricity in everyday life. My students are using the new resources to conduct hands-on experiments that make abstract concepts tangible. For example, they've been investigating how static charge builds up on different materials and how it can cause objects to move without touching them. This has helped them connect textbook concepts to the world around them, from rubbing a balloon on their hair to understanding why certain fabrics cling. The materials have truly brought these invisible forces to life, sparking curiosity and excitement across the class.\r\n\r\nOne particularly memorable moment was when students first saw the demonstration kits in action. Their faces lit up as they watched small pith balls react to charged rods and balloons dance across the table. Many students were amazed that they could actually \"see\" electricity at work, and they eagerly asked questions about why these forces behave the way they do. This enthusiasm has carried over into their group projects, where they design their own experiments to test hypotheses about electric forces, record data, and present their findings.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, our next steps involve extending these investigations into circuits and real-world applications of electricity. Students will be designing simple circuits, measuring electric current, and exploring how energy travels through everyday devices. By building on the foundation your support has made possible, we are helping students develop a deeper understanding of physical science while fostering problem-solving and critical thinking skills that will serve them well beyond the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1759249071590,"projectUrl":"project/the-invisible-force-underst-and-demons/9411529/","projectTitle":"\"The Invisible Force: Underst and Demons Electrostatic/Electricity in Everyday Life\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rollan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8430088"},{"teacherId":8430088,"projectId":9632032,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through the \"Bright Minds, Brighter Future\" project! Because of your generosity, my students now have access to exciting new resources that are helping them explore how solar energy works — not just in theory, but in real, hands-on ways.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the students were amazed. Many had never seen or touched actual solar panels before, and their eyes lit up when they realized they'd be doing experiments like real scientists and engineers. One student even said, \"Wait, we get to build with these? That's so cool — I thought this was only in big labs!\"\r\n\r\nWe're currently reviewing energy basics and building our background knowledge, but in just a few weeks, we'll begin our solar investigations. Students will use the solar kits you helped provide to test how light intensity, angle, and surface type affect solar panel performance. They'll record data, analyze their results, and make connections to real-world energy solutions — all while thinking critically like young engineers.\r\n\r\nYour support hasn't just brought tools into our classroom — it's brought curiosity, confidence, and future possibilities.\r\n\r\nWe can't wait to share pictures and updates from our upcoming projects next month!","fullyFundedDate":1755910887754,"projectUrl":"project/bright-minds-brighter-future-investiga/9632032/","projectTitle":"Bright Minds, Brighter Future: Investigating Solar Energy in Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rollan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8430088"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_57690","uses�ǿմ�ý":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1181,"numTeachers":78,"percentFrplEligible":84,"percentAsian":11,"percentBlack":35,"percentWhite":14,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":31,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"15.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":47.0,"schoolId":57690,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Washington High School on @�ǿմ�ý:","schoolName":"Washington High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/kansas/kansas-city-kansas-city-public-schools/washington-high-school/57690"}