{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Golden Gate High School","outOfStateSupporters":45.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10188428,"projectId":9622423,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! My students and I have been putting our new classroom resources to great use.\r\n\r\nThe very first day the materials arrived, my students lit up. Many of them immediately reached for the dry erase boards and markers they couldn't wait to try them out. During our first lesson with the boards, I watched students eagerly work through math problems, erase, retry, and collaborate with each other. It created an energy in the room that made learning feel hands-on, low pressure, and fun. One student even said, \"I feel more confident showing my work now!\"\r\n\r\nThe pencils and erasers you provided have also been such an important part of our daily routine. For many students, having reliable writing tools means they can stay focused and confident, without the stress of not having what they need. And the extra calculators have been a lifesaver students can borrow one without hesitation, which keeps our lessons moving and ensures everyone can participate fully.\r\n\r\nRight now, we're using these materials in a multi-step problem solving unit. With the help of the dry erase boards, students are learning how to show their work clearly, revise their thinking, and explain their reasoning to classmates. \r\n\r\nYour contribution didn't just supply materials it created opportunities. You've made our classroom more collaborative, more engaging, and more supportive. My students feel it every single day.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in them and investing in their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1755609281557,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-minds-one-resource-at-a-time/9622423/","projectTitle":"Empowering Minds, One Resource at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. J","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10188428_orig.png?crop=640,640,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755569194484","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10188428"},{"teacherId":10246123,"projectId":9693179,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our classroom!\r\n\r\nItems like hand sanitizer, candy, pens, and markers may seem small, but they make a big impact on our daily learning environment. \r\n\r\nHand sanitizer helps keep our students healthy and in school. Candy rewards and small treats boost motivation and make celebrations special. Pens, markers, and other supplies ensure that every student has the tools they need to learn, create, and stay engaged.\r\n\r\nYour support helps our classroom run smoothly, feel welcoming, and stay focused on learning. We appreciate you more than you know!","fullyFundedDate":1757364231170,"projectUrl":"project/bright-minds-full-bellies-clean-hands/9693179/","projectTitle":"Bright Minds, Full Bellies, Clean Hands","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Pierre","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10246123"},{"teacherId":1564461,"projectId":9651307,"letterContent":"Thank you so much, again, for your amazing donation to my classroom. The small candies, stickers and pins are spreading excitement and motivation in my classroom--I like to play games with some friendly competition and use those as small prizes. Any kind of excitement about learning is something to be celebrated! \r\n\r\nI was surprised to find support for this project because it is not your typical project, but this truly helps me as a teacher, as an individual who is having a hard time financially, and I could never put into words how grateful I am.\r\n\r\nMy students will continue to work hard in my classroom--currently we are working on comparing and contrasting two types of writings on topics such as technology in the classroom, the roles, risks and benefits of AI in the workplace now and in the future, and the solutions that we might find for our food system in the future. \r\n\r\nYour donation has made my classroom just all the brighter and engaging! So thank yo, thank you, THANK YOU!","fullyFundedDate":1757198558582,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-minds-feed-motivation/9651307/","projectTitle":"Fuel Minds, Feed Motivation","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pierre","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1564461"},{"teacherId":9702596,"projectId":9542710,"letterContent":"Up Front magazine is a great resource for information related to global and domestic issues, and the magazine articles are written in a way that the students typically enjoy. Because of your generosity, my students have had access to this vital resource and will continue to have access to it for the rest of this year. We have done a lot with the magazines, using them as a starting point for discussion and, often times, friendly debates. Currently, they are using articles from the magazines as the foundation for a research project. \r\n\r\nThis level of engagement would not be possible without your donations, and I cannot thank you enough.","fullyFundedDate":1755701263557,"projectUrl":"project/global-perspectives-for-locals/9542710/","projectTitle":"Global Perspectives for Locals","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Buckles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9702596"},{"teacherId":9158357,"projectId":9584321,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our project! The snacks have been a huge hit and keep everyone fueled during the day, plus they've become a fun way to reward effort and good behavior. The folders have helped my students stay organized, and the new Expo erasers make lessons on the whiteboard a lot more interactive and fun.\r\n\r\nWe've already put everything to good use! The Lysol wipes and Febreze help us keep the classroom fresh and clean, and the Band-Aids are perfect for those little scrapes that happen throughout the day. It might seem like a small thing, but having these supplies has made a big difference in how smoothly our classroom runs.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity — it's made our classroom a brighter, more comfortable place to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1755364340373,"projectUrl":"project/from-band-aids-to-brain-food/9584321/","projectTitle":"From Band-Aids to Brain Food!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Puhl","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9158357"},{"teacherId":8012916,"projectId":9809115,"letterContent":"I would like to express my sincere gratitude for your generous donation of aprons, polo shirts, tablecloths and centerpieces, and hairnets for my project, Serving Success. Your support made a tremendous impact on my Exceptional Student Education students. \r\n\r\nThrough Serving Success, my students gained valuable hands-on experience and presented themselves with pride and professionalism. Most importantly, your contribution allowed them to feel seen, valued, and capable. It was a moment of true accomplishment for each of them. \r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and helping them shine. Your generosity has left a lasting impression on both their learning and their confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1760233627231,"projectUrl":"project/serving-success/9809115/","projectTitle":"Serving Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Issa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8012916"},{"teacherId":8964267,"projectId":9841441,"letterContent":"When the snacks first arrived, the excitement in my classroom was immediate and heartwarming. My students' faces lit up as they realized these treats were for them—a daily reminder that people beyond our classroom truly care about their well-being. We organized a \"Snack Station\" where students can grab something before or after class, especially during those long afternoons when energy starts to fade. It's been a simple but powerful way to keep them engaged, focused, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nSince receiving the snacks, I've noticed a huge improvement in attention and participation. Students are more willing to contribute during discussions, stay on task, and even help one another. During group activities, I often see them sharing snacks and encouraging their classmates—small gestures that have strengthened our sense of community and teamwork. It's clear that something as simple as having food available has made them feel more supported and valued.\r\n\r\nNext, we're tying this support into our current lessons on goal setting and teamwork. My students are learning about staying prepared, managing their time, and taking responsibility for their own success—skills that go far beyond the classroom. Thanks to your generosity, my students have the fuel they need to keep pushing forward, both academically and personally. Your support has truly made a lasting difference in our daily routine and in their confidence as learners.","fullyFundedDate":1761045572414,"projectUrl":"project/hunger-free-learning-zone/9841441/","projectTitle":"Hunger-Free Learning Zone","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Guy Lawrence Hensley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8964267_orig.jpg?crop=1176,1176,x1152,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680712695527","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/otfamily"},{"teacherId":2099851,"projectId":9532635,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom and my students! Because of you, I am able to provide my students with rewards and incentives every week. They especially love the snacks and the fun fidget toys. This has motivated and excited them tremendously. They know that their hard work and effort do not go unnoticed. This could not be possible without your generous support. \r\n\r\nThe notebooks have been supplied to students who cannot afford to buy one and to students who are new to my class and come without proper supplies. Students use the notebooks for interactive notetaking, organizing notes and materials, and referencing back to concepts previously learned. Students enjoy having this tool to use as a daily classroom learning aid. \r\n\r\nNot only does your generous donation ease the mind of my students and make learning more enjoyable for them, but it also helps to take the burden off of me as the teacher. I no longer have to worry about how my students are going to get supplies or how I can provide incentives for them, and the vision that I have for the students in my classroom can be implemented. Thank you for being so considerate and helping by donating to my class!","fullyFundedDate":1754444577552,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-equity-meeting-basic-needs-t/9532635/","projectTitle":"Empowering Equity: Meeting Basic Needs to Support Learning and Motivation","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2099851_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1461359163256","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrswilliamsnpe"},{"teacherId":9702596,"projectId":9489643,"letterContent":"It's great to have a cabinet full of snacks at the beginning of the year, as students aren't necessarily used to having access to such nutrition at school or in class, and it has allowed me to develop a bond with my students from the first day of school, as they recognize that I understand their situation and want to help them in any way I can. \r\n\r\nAnd the Expo markers have been used and abused (why can't these kids learn how to properly cap a marker?). Students come in every single day and draw on my board, adding to one another's work or writing notes to kids in other periods. It's been awesome.","fullyFundedDate":1753927340638,"projectUrl":"project/well-fed-and-scholarly/9489643/","projectTitle":"Well-Fed and Scholarly","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Buckles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9702596"},{"teacherId":9702596,"projectId":9259532,"letterContent":"Obviously, the snacks were much appreciated. Many students do not eat lunch due to the lines being too long, so the snacks in my room become, for many, their only source of nutrition throughout the day. \r\n\r\nHey, Kiddo has been a big hit as well. The students typically dig graphic novels, and this one is certainly no different. A lot of the kids connected to Jarrett and his story and the overall structure of the book, which allowed us to experiment with some cool projects and assignments and have some interesting discussions about real world things. None of this would have been possible without your donations, and for that I thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1744832056744,"projectUrl":"project/books-and-bites/9259532/","projectTitle":"Books and Bites","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Buckles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9702596"},{"teacherId":8380392,"projectId":9533944,"letterContent":"We have been using the new resources in a variety of ways that enhance learning and engagement in our classroom. The bean bag chair and cozy lighting have become a favorite spot for students to read, work in small groups, or reflect quietly during independent activities. One specific project that has been exciting for students is using the AeroGarden to explore plant growth and sustainability. They are responsible for caring for the plants, recording observations, and discussing how different conditions affect growth, which makes the science content hands-on and memorable.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, they were thrilled! The giant UNO game, candy, and stickers brought immediate excitement and smiles, and the Harry Potter banners and DNA neon sign sparked curiosity and lots of conversations about science and their favorite characters. It was clear that these items made the classroom feel special and more personal to them.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue their work with the AeroGarden while also integrating it into our biology lessons on energy, life cycles, and ecosystems. We plan to track plant growth over time, make predictions, and even design experiments to test different variables. Beyond that, we will use the bean bag chair and engaging classroom environment to support more collaborative projects, hands-on learning activities, and independent reading, ensuring the materials continue to make a positive impact on student learning every day.","fullyFundedDate":1755021047654,"projectUrl":"project/a-magical-space-for-motivation-and-celeb/9533944/","projectTitle":"A Magical Space for Motivation and Celebration!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cook","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8380392_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y483&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724270566553","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8380392"},{"teacherId":9707858,"projectId":8972422,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students, I want to extend our deepest gratitude for your generous donation. Your\r\nsupport made a meaningful impact in our classroom, especially through the addition of the heat\r\npress machine. It quickly became a favorite tool among the students, sparking creativity and\r\ncollaboration in ways we hadn't imagined.\r\nWith your help, our students were able to design and produce custom t-shirts for various service\r\nprojects, including Unity Day. These projects not only allowed them to express themselves\r\nartistically but also helped build a sense of pride and unity within our school community. Wearing\r\ntheir own creations gave them a tangible connection to the causes they supported and a boost in\r\nconfidence that was truly inspiring to witness.\r\nThe experience of learning how to use the heat press - planning designs, choosing colors, and\r\nworking together - was both educational and empowering. It encouraged teamwork,\r\nproblem-solving, and hands-on learning, all while fostering a sense of ownership and\r\naccomplishment.\r\nThank you for believing in our students and investing in their growth. 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