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Past projects 11

• Rebuilding Our Lost Basketball Program!

  Funded Jan 8, 2024

  I am writing to convey our heartfelt appreciation for your donation of basketballs and a portable digital scoreboard. These resources have brought new life to our physical education program and student-athlete training sessions. The basketballs are in constant use, bouncing on the court as our students learn about teamwork, strategy, and the importance of physical fitness. The scoreboard, meanwhile, has elevated our games, instilling a sense of professionalism and excitement that only a live score display can provide.

  A memorable project that stands out is our 'Math in Motion' initiative, where we integrate math lessons with basketball drills. Students calculate shooting percentages, use geometry to understand angles for passing, and apply physics to grasp the mechanics of dribbling. The scoreboard has been instrumental in this project, allowing us to track and display real-time statistics that make learning math tangible and engaging.

  Looking ahead, we are excited to embark on our next classroom lesson, which focuses on the history and evolution of basketball. Students will research the origins of the game, understand the cultural impact it has had, and then present their findings using the scoreboard to highlight key historical scores and milestones. This project not only educates but also inspires our student-athletes to appreciate the rich legacy they are part of.

  Once again, thank you for your generosity. Your support is not just enhancing our sports program; it's enriching our educational curriculum and empowering our students with knowledge and skills that transcend the classroom and the court.

  Thank you,

  Coach Spencer”

  With gratitude,

  Coach Spencer

  This classroom project was brought to life by Mission Tiger and 2 other donors.

• Rebuilding The Roots of a Track Program that Disappeared!

  Funded Jan 2, 2024

  I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to express our deepest gratitude for your generous donation, which has significantly impacted our students and student-athletes. The canopy, aluminum water bottles, and wheeled insulated portable cooler you provided have been a blessing, especially during these sweltering days. The canopy has become a sanctuary of shade, allowing us to conduct classes and training sessions outdoors without the worry of the relentless sun. It's not just a piece of equipment; it's a space where students gather to learn, share, and grow.

  The aluminum water bottles have been particularly appreciated by our student-athletes. Hydration is key in sports, and these bottles ensure that our athletes stay refreshed and ready to tackle their activities. We've initiated a 'Hydration for Health' campaign, encouraging students to drink more water and explaining the benefits of staying hydrated. The portable cooler keeps our drinks cold and accessible, which means we can extend our outdoor activities without the need to return indoors for refreshments. This has allowed for uninterrupted learning and practice sessions, which is invaluable.

  A moment that stands out was when we unveiled these materials to the students. Their eyes lit up with excitement, and the air was filled with cheers. It was a moment of pure joy and gratitude. They couldn't wait to use the new resources, and it was heartwarming to see them take such pride in taking care of them. It's clear that these contributions have not only provided practical solutions but have also instilled a sense of community and care among our students. Your support has truly made a difference, and for that, we are eternally thankful.

  Thank you,

  Coach Spencer”

  With gratitude,

  Coach Spencer

  This classroom project was brought to life by Mission Tiger and one other donor.

• Bringing Joy to Underprivileged Students Through Exercise!

  Funded Apr 25, 2022

  Unbelievable how such little things make such a huge impact. The project is going just as planned, and has brought so many smiles to these students! First thing they did was say, "Is that new equipment?", with smiles on their face. Now that we have these kettlebells and medicine balls we can expand into different dynamics of training. The students are without a doubt ecstatic about the opportunity to use the kettlebells, and medicine balls. Most of these less fortunate students haven't ever seen kettlebells, and medicine balls, so you can imagine the impact! Thanks again for letting us have this outstanding opportunity!”

  With gratitude,

  Coach Spencer

  This classroom project was brought to life by The DonorsChoose community & an Anonymous Partner and 7 other donors.

• Cross-fit Training Past Daily Anguish

  Funded Dec 4, 2021

  We are so excited about the generosity that we have received through this donation, which has provided hundreds of smiles from the students. The students are now showing a crazy amount of interest in what is going on daily in physical education class! The cones have provided so much just by themselves, where we can mark agility workouts daily. We then use the slider spri mats and arm bands to provide unique styles to their daily circuit workouts. The students are completely into every class, and have even got a bit competitive during class. Thanks again for everything!”

  With gratitude,

  Coach Spencer

  This classroom project was brought to life by #TeachHealthy with Nature Made and one other donor.

• Less Fortunate Students Need Escapes From Covid

  Funded Oct 14, 2021

  Wow this is awesome! I'm so excited that we are going to have this opportunity to teach the mechanics of different cross-fit exercises, and provide a higher learning curriculum. Expanding these lessons into lessons in which students are having to truly think at a greater level of learning is what so many of these students need to excel. The exercise rope, ab roller kits, exercise band sets, and dumbbells allow us to provide lessons that will propel the knowledge of these students. The students faces when they saw this donation was priceless! They are extremely grateful, and have instantly shown interest in learning more! Thanks again!”

  With gratitude,

  Coach Spencer

  This classroom project was brought to life by #TeachHealthy with Nature Made and 3 other donors.

• Giving Girls the Opportunity to Experience Softball

  Funded Sep 17, 2021

  Our girls have what we need now to be successful in softball! Thanks to your generous donation that has given a new experience to these students. The new gloves, bat, and balls have the girls excited about what's to come from the new resources. They are so intrigued at learning more about this sport that's new to them. I can't tell you enough about how your generosity has made such a great impact. It's awesome to know that there are such giving individuals out there to help people they have never met. Thanks to you we can give these students a new experience!”

  With gratitude,

  Coach Spencer

  This classroom project was brought to life by DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation - Sports Matter and 6 other donors.

• We Can't Hear You Covid is in the Way!

  Funded Dec 24, 2020

  We can hear, and give information once again! Thanks to your generosity with providing these headsets we can now do more interactive virtual teaching. Our teaching virtual is now capable of providing great sound recognition, and allows us to move around the class while students are in person. The kids got a kick out of seeing us use these resources to make our class more proactive. As much as they might not always appreciate the ability for us as teachers to maneuver around the class, it will greatly benefit their ability to learn. Thanks to your donations the physical education classes are now able to provide extremely more functionable classes!”

  With gratitude,

  Coach Spencer

• Bringing School Back Live!

  Funded Nov 12, 2020

  These cameras are awesome! We are able to stream, and video workouts for kids virtually. The kids that are able to show up are able to truly get excited and have fun interacting with each other to help teach the students that aren't in person! The faces that these students had when we busted out our packages of action video cameras were purely priceless! I've never seen such joy in kids faces in the whole time I've been involved in teaching! The generosity of giving these helpful resources will be felt for a long while, and will also be a huge benefit to teaching the skills we need to provide. Thanks again for allowing us to have this opportunity, and giving us a great start to 2021!”

  With gratitude,

  Coach Spencer

  This classroom project was brought to life by Lyondell Chemical Company.

• Creating Girl's Basketball Legacy!

  Funded Feb 24, 2020

  I'm so excited as a coach to get the support from the community in providing our girl's with a equal opportunity to play the game of basketball. The garments and sports bras have allowed these young ladies to practice comfortably. The basketballs are beautiful, and the excitement on these young ladies faces is absolutely priceless. Thanks so much for giving us this great experience in times when we need escapes more than ever. So many distractions, and heartache makes learning the game of basketball so important in these times! Thanks again!”

  With gratitude,

  Coach Spencer

  This classroom project was brought to life by Mission Tiger and 3 other donors.

• Exhibiting the Training Equal to Others!

  Funded Feb 14, 2020

  We couldn't believe it when we were able to get all the training equipment for our kids. Our girls have completely turned around mentally about practices, and extra work that leads to success. They are excited to train, and have been eager to challenge each other every practice. We know as coaches that teammates create chemistry within a team, and these young ladies are so into what we are doing at practice now! The ladders, cones, and agility training gear has transformed minds, and lead to successful physical progression. Thanks so much for giving these young girls a equal opportunity to succeed!”

  With gratitude,

  Coach Spencer

  This classroom project was brought to life by Mission Tiger and one other donor.