{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Golden Gate High School","outOfStateSupporters":44.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10345662,"projectId":10509833,"letterContent":"Thanks to the incredible generosity of our donors, our Golden Gate Titans football team now has much-needed game-day footballs! For our student athletes at a Title I school, having quality equipment makes a tremendous difference. These footballs are more than just equipment; they represent opportunity, pride, and the support of a community that believes in our students.\r\n\r\nOur players were excited to receive the new footballs and put them to use. Knowing that people outside our program care enough to invest in their success means so much to these young men. Every Friday night, these footballs are used on the field as our athletes put their hard work, dedication, and countless hours of practice into action.\r\n\r\nFootball teaches our students lessons that extend far beyond the field, including teamwork, accountability, perseverance, and the importance of working toward a common goal. Many of our athletes face challenges outside of school, and being part of this team provides them with a sense of belonging, purpose, and family.\r\n\r\nAs we continue our season, our players will keep working to improve their skills, build confidence, and represent their school and community with pride. Your generosity has helped us provide the resources they need to compete and create memories that will last long after their final game.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our Titans and helping us make Friday Night Lights a little brighter! Your support truly makes a difference, one snap, one play, and one student athlete at a time.\r\n\r\nGo Titans! 🏈⚔️🖤💛","fullyFundedDate":1789393067551,"projectUrl":"project/game-day-essentials-footballs-for-our-t/10509833/","projectTitle":"Game Day Essentials: Footballs for Our Team","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Bigica","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10345662_orig.png?crop=282,282,x22,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1787427941165","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10345662"},{"teacherId":10490488,"projectId":10568991,"letterContent":"These new magazines have made reading more engaging and meaningful for my students by giving them opportunities to explore different perspectives, build empathy, and connect literature to their own lives. Through these texts, students strengthen essential reading skills, including analyzing character development, identifying themes, making inferences, examining an author's purpose, and supporting their ideas with textual evidence. Having access to a wider variety of books also allows students to discover new genres, explore challenging topics, and develop the confidence to tackle more complex texts.\r\n\r\nIn my classroom, reading is an active experience. Students annotate, discuss their ideas with classmates, make predictions, and connect what they read to the world around them. We work together to uncover deeper meanings, ask thoughtful questions, and recognize how literature can help us better understand ourselves and others. These books provide opportunities for students to grow not only as readers and writers but also as critical thinkers who can consider different viewpoints and engage in meaningful conversations.\r\n\r\nOne of the most rewarding parts of teaching is watching students who may not initially consider themselves readers become interested in a story and eager to find out what happens next. Having engaging magazines that cover current events available helps students find characters, experiences, and ideas they can relate to, while also introducing them to lives different from their own. Your generosity has helped create more opportunities for students to experience the joy of reading, build lifelong literacy skills, and discover that books can open doors to new ideas, possibilities, and perspectives. Thank you for investing in my students and helping foster a love of reading that can last a lifetime!","fullyFundedDate":1788406378222,"projectUrl":"project/advanced-student-magazines/10568991/","projectTitle":"Advanced Student Magazines","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Peltier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10490488"},{"teacherId":8051865,"projectId":10492340,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generosity of our amazing donors, my Intensive Reading students now have a more organized, efficient, and distraction-free environment where they can focus on what matters most—learning and achieving their graduation goals!\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, passing their reading assessments is one of the final steps toward earning their high school diploma. Having reliable laptop chargers and power strips means students can focus on their tests instead of worrying about their computers losing power. Our rolling cart keeps testing materials organized and accessible, while our cellphone storage station helps eliminate distractions and maintain a secure testing environment.\r\n\r\nOne of the biggest improvements has been the peace of mind these supplies provide. My students already face enough pressure when preparing for the FAST, ACT, and SAT. Now, they can walk into a testing room that is ready for them, allowing them to concentrate on demonstrating their skills and reaching their goals.\r\n\r\nThese supplies may seem small, but their impact is HUGE. For my students, every testing opportunity matters, and removing even one obstacle can make a difference.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students, believing in their potential, and helping us create a space where they have the tools and confidence to succeed. Your kindness is making a difference in their educational journey and bringing them one step closer to walking across that graduation stage!","fullyFundedDate":1787865019355,"projectUrl":"project/ready-set-test-creating-a-space-for-s/10492340/","projectTitle":"Ready, Set, Test: Creating a Space for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8051865_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632511809979","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8051865"},{"teacherId":10632200,"projectId":10547396,"letterContent":"Thank you all so much! \r\n\r\nStarting with the most important of all, the chargers! You have NO IDEA how much of a life saver they are! We had a standardized state test 10/19. At LEAST seven of my student forgot to charge their laptops the night before! (They always seem to remember to charge their phones though, weird huh?) These chargers made sure all my students were able to take the test without worrying about their laptops turning off mid test, thus making sure everyone got the same amount of time. Furthermore, students also thanked me for allowing them to charge their phones last period of class, to they don't have to worry about their phones dying during club activities such as band. \r\n\r\nNext the books, students appreciated the extra notebooks I have for them. Sometimes books get lost, or some new students transfer into my class from another state or country and don't have school supplies yet. Having extra notebooks and pencils are always appreciated. \r\n\r\nLastly, the cleaning and sanitary products. They get the most use, believe me. Especially when the weather changes and the runny noses come! Having soft tissues is MUCH better than the cardboard-like paper towels we keep in the bathroom. They appreciate it greatly. As for me, the extra spray bottles have me disinfecting desks so the sickness stops spreading. \r\n\r\nThank you again for all your help, with a special thanks to The Schoen Foundation! You guys made my life, and the lives of my students so much better!","fullyFundedDate":1787978673123,"projectUrl":"project/clean-efficent/10547396/","projectTitle":"Clean & Efficent","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Mangone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10632200"},{"teacherId":10358711,"projectId":10539049,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your incredibly generous donations to our \"Fuel to Learn\" project! Your kindness has brought an abundance of healthy snacks directly into our high school classroom, and the positive impact on my students has been immediate and profound.\r\n\r\nMany of our students come from low socioeconomic backgrounds and face challenges outside of school that can make focusing in the classroom difficult. Before your donations arrived, it was heartbreaking to see bright young minds struggling to concentrate simply because they were hungry. Because of your support, my students no longer have to focus on their hunger; instead, they can focus entirely on their classwork, creative projects, and academic success.\r\n\r\nIn addition to fueling their bodies for learning, these snacks have served as wonderful positive reinforcement. High schoolers work incredibly hard, and being able to reward their effort, growth, and participation with a great snack has given our classroom morale a massive boost. They feel seen, cared for, and motivated to do their best.\r\n\r\nYour generosity did more than just fill a pantry—it created an environment where students feel supported by the community and equipped to succeed. Thank you for investing in their futures and for making our classroom a place where everyone has the fuel they need to thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1787833991288,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-to-learn/10539049/","projectTitle":"Fuel to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pollina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10358711"},{"teacherId":544724,"projectId":10515834,"letterContent":"Your donation has already made an impact. We had two important testing days in the last week. On both days, students forgot to eat breakfast or were late and missed the meal provided at school. I gave the hungry students granola bars and crackers to help calm their grumbling stomachs and help them concentrate on the task at hand.\r\nSecond, after we received the scores, we used the (chocolate) candy to celebrate all the students' achievements and developmental growth. All students received peppermints while testing to help focus and associate a positive feeling with complicated thinking.\r\nAs we have more testing coming up in December, we have enough supplies to reward students again, as well as occasional ongoing breakfast replacements for hungry teens.\r\nOn behalf of my students, I cannot thank you enough for your generous contribution to our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1789787673178,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-our-brains-with-healthy-snacks/10515834/","projectTitle":"Fuel Our Brains with Healthy Snacks.","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Joyce","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp544724_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450537461091","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-hankey"},{"teacherId":9158357,"projectId":10521150,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom through this project! When the supplies arrived, my students were excited to see the colorful clipboards, pens, and organizational trays, but they were especially thrilled about the snacks. The paper trays have helped streamline assignment collection and distribution, making transitions smoother and helping students stay organized and accountable for their work.\r\n\r\nThe snacks have had an especially meaningful impact. As a high school math teacher, I work with students who come to class from a variety of backgrounds and situations. Having snacks available has allowed me to provide support to students who may be hungry during the school day, helping them stay focused and engaged in learning. One memorable moment was during a review activity when students were working collaboratively to prepare for an assessment. Being able to offer a snack while they worked helped create a welcoming classroom environment where students felt comfortable asking questions, participating, and persevering through challenging problems.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these resources will continue to support our classroom community throughout the year. The organizational supplies will help students manage assignments and classroom routines, while the clipboards and writing tools will be used during collaborative learning activities and review stations. Most importantly, the snacks will continue to serve as a small but powerful way to meet students' needs so they can focus on learning. Thank you for investing in our students and helping create a classroom where every student feels supported, valued, and ready to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1787799327182,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-supplies-success/10521150/","projectTitle":"Snacks, Supplies & Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Puhl","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9158357"},{"teacherId":544724,"projectId":10412415,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation towards our multilingual classroom. I am so grateful, and more importantly, my students have been able to access academic and subject-specific vocabulary in their first language.\r\n\r\nWe have been able to use the dictionaries during class time, and also helped me translate math-specific words when ELL students have questions. The geometry books have inspired me with visuals and activities that support language learners and students who learn differently; having access to concrete materials, visual supports, and interactive learning opportunities can make a tremendous difference.\r\n\r\nWe look forward to using these materials for many years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1787156286410,"projectUrl":"project/multilingual-mathematics/10412415/","projectTitle":"Multilingual Mathematics","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Joyce","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp544724_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450537461091","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-hankey"},{"teacherId":6934146,"projectId":10031735,"letterContent":"Thank you so kindly for your amazing generosity in providing our Fightin Titan football team with the necessary equipment to conduct safe and valuable practices.\r\nBecause of your donation, both our junior varsity and varsity teams have been able to run practices simultaneously and no longer have to worry whether there are enough footballs to go around. Our offensive coaches have been able to work closely with individual squads without the strain of equipment shortages, ensuring that none of our players have to sit out or wait for a turn.\r\nYour contribution has also fostered a wonderful team culture. Our varsity players have been able to mentor and work one-on-one with their junior varsity counterparts, teaching them the exact skills necessary to move up to the next level of play.\r\nWithout your donation of practice footballs, our coaching staff would have undergone additional stress trying to manage staggered, extra practices just to ensure each squad had the proper gear. Your support has truly transformed our practice fields and elevated our entire program.\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your investment in our student-athletes. Go Titans!\r\nWith profound gratitude,\r\nColleen Smith, Assistant Football Coach (on behalf of Head Coach Nick Bigica & coaching staff)\r\nFightin' Titan Football Program","fullyFundedDate":1771870796550,"projectUrl":"project/titan-kickoff-time/10031735/","projectTitle":"Titan Kickoff Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6934146_orig.jpg?crop=500,500,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1787233612384","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6934146"},{"teacherId":8823675,"projectId":10563377,"letterContent":"Words cannot express how excited the students were when we received the ink box . Several students immediately said, \"Now you can print our character sheets in color!\" They expressed how the color on the page helps them learn. It's the little things that mean a lot.\r\n\r\nWho would think something as simple as color ink on the page would help them learn? Those were their own words. They can see it better. Thank you for the tools you provided with the color ink and card stock for our special projects for my special needs students. We are extremely grateful to The Schoen Foundation for making our dreams come true by making learning easier!","fullyFundedDate":1788389721694,"projectUrl":"project/ink-clusive-impressions/10563377/","projectTitle":"Ink-clusive Impressions","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8823675_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1671555222080","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8823675"},{"teacherId":10306185,"projectId":10678920,"letterContent":"I want to start by thanking you again for funding my project, \"Snacks for Students\". Our students were so excited when they saw the cart full of yummy snacks just for them. They immediately wanted to see all of the different choices, and it was so nice to see how appreciative they were. Something that may seem as simple as having snacks available can make a meaningful difference in students' school day.\r\n\r\nOr program serves teen parents and expectant parents who are working hard to continue their education while also managing the responsibilities that come with pregnancy and parenting. Many of our students have very busy days that include attending classes, caring for their babies, going to medical appointments, working, and taking care of responsibilities at home. Having a snack available during the school day gives them an opportunity to refuel when they are hungry and helps them to stay focused rather than wondering when they will have their next opportunity to eat. \r\n\r\nOur goal is to help our students remain engaged in school and continue making progress toward graduation.","fullyFundedDate":1790015908492,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-students/10678920/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cypress","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10306185"},{"teacherId":1458132,"projectId":9900148,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of copies of We Were Liars by E. Lockhart. We truly appreciate your support in helping us bring engaging, meaningful literature into our classroom. Having classroom sets of novels allows our students to experience the joy of reading together while also creating opportunities for thoughtful discussion and connection. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference for our seniors and has provided them with a novel they can truly engage with.\r\n\r\nOur seniors have found We Were Liars to be both thought-provoking and engaging. The story has sparked interesting conversations, encouraged students to think critically about the characters and their choices, and given them opportunities to explore deeper themes and ideas. We are so grateful that your support has helped make this experience possible for our students. Thank you for investing in our classroom and in the reading experiences of our students!","fullyFundedDate":1772663065912,"projectUrl":"project/liar-liar-pants-on-fire-this-book-is/9900148/","projectTitle":"Liar, Liar, Pants on Fire! 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