{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Grover Cleveland Charter High School","outOfStateSupporters":5.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8925770,"projectId":9552383,"letterContent":"I would like to take this time to give thanks for the supplies you donated. I requested a white board, cubbies, magnets, a monitor stand, and fake plants in order to make my space more welcoming for students. These supplies were immediately put to use and have helped elevate my office. \r\n\r\nThe white board has allowed me to visually keep track of upcoming evaluations. I have also used it to write inspirational quotes so students are surrounded by positive messages when they are being evaluated. The cubbies have helped in maintaining test equipment organized and easily accessible during evaluations. The fake plants allow for my office to feel like a cozy environment and bring light to the space. The monitor stand has allowed for there to be more space on my desk and provides a better view during report writing. \r\n\r\nThese supplies have greatly changed my work space for the better. Students have complimented the space and seem to really feel at ease when being evaluated. Thank you for supporting school staff and students and for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1758636770805,"projectUrl":"project/inviting-and-welcoming-space-for-student/9552383/","projectTitle":"Inviting and Welcoming Space for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Campo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8925770"},{"teacherId":504843,"projectId":9769670,"letterContent":"We used the marine invertebrate models as the center of a hands‑on lab: small groups rotated through stations where they observed features such as symmetry, body plans, and feeding structures, recorded observations on provided data sheets, and predicted ecological roles for each phylum. A standout moment came when a student discovered the difference between radial and bilateral symmetry by physically aligning a sea anemone model and a brittle star model—students erupted into excited discussion as they sketched, compared notes, and revised their initial hypotheses.\r\nStudents were instantly engaged and curious when they first saw the materials; many gathered around the models before instructions were finished, asking questions and passing specimens between groups. Their enthusiasm translated into careful observation and thoughtful questions about form, function, and habitat, which made the lesson lively and inquiry-driven.","fullyFundedDate":1760705304831,"projectUrl":"project/tabletop-tidepool-expansion/9769670/","projectTitle":"Tabletop Tidepool Expansion","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cheyne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-cheyne"},{"teacherId":504843,"projectId":9740950,"letterContent":"The Teachers Pay Teachers gift cards have enabled me to purchase activities that provide hands-on simulations for concepts we are learning about in class. One particular activity I purchased was \"Predator Prey Cycles. The students were most excited by the hands‑on, game‑like nature of the predator–prey simulation: they actively dropped ferrets into a prairie dog population and watched immediate consequences, turning abstract ecological concepts into a tangible experiment. The activity required them to collect real data each round and graph the results to reveal predator–prey cycles, making patterns and feedback loops in ecosystems clear and memorable.","fullyFundedDate":1758775682807,"projectUrl":"project/connecting-science-to-every-learner-a-s/9740950/","projectTitle":"Connecting Science to Every Learner: a Spectrum of Learning Styles","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cheyne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-cheyne"},{"teacherId":10175696,"projectId":9591913,"letterContent":"Thank you SO much once again for your donations to help me get a class set of The Odyssey graphic novel! They have made such a difference in getting students engaged in reading. My second unit of the year has been structured around this text. It has featured a series of lessons and activities on graphic novel elements, visual literacy, and the hero's journey. \r\n\r\nAfter each section, students completed a panel analysis which required students to analyze elements such as color, perspective, lines, texture, and shape and explain it's impact of our understanding of the story. To end our unit, students read about the hero's journey. I was SO proud to see how much of the story they retained as it is a complex plot full of difficult-to-pronounce names. \r\n\r\nMy favorite moment of this unit was when one particular student couldn't wait until the next day to finish the book and read ahead on his own. This student usually has his head down and isn't too interested in class- it's truly thanks to you that this book was able to spark joy and interest in reading.","fullyFundedDate":1755746889129,"projectUrl":"project/graphic-novel-adaptation-of-the-odyssey/9591913/","projectTitle":"Graphic Novel Adaptation of the Odyssey - Class Set","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reinheimer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10175696"},{"teacherId":504843,"projectId":9278714,"letterContent":"I am thrilled to share how my students and I actively engage with the new resources involving termites to explore social behavior in insects and their role in group survival. Using live termites in our lab has transformed theoretical lessons into vivid, hands-on learning experiences.\r\nWhen the materials arrived, my students were fascinated and eager to observe these tiny creatures up close. Their excitement was palpable as they witnessed termite teamwork firsthand—many expressed amazement at how such small insects exhibit sophisticated social systems. This enthusiasm has translated into increased participation, thoughtful questions, and a stronger connection to ecological and evolutionary studies.\r\nThank you for providing these invaluable resources that inspire discovery and foster scientific thinking in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1746740226801,"projectUrl":"project/observing-termite-behavior/9278714/","projectTitle":"Observing Termite Behavior","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cheyne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-cheyne"},{"teacherId":9932739,"projectId":9374329,"letterContent":"Please allow me to share with you what your donation truly means. As an educator, I understand completely what it is like to not be \"seen\" in literature. My culture is seldom discussed in any American novel or text, and I cannot recall a time, as a student, where we were reading a text that had a Middle Eastern character.\r\n\r\nMy parents immigrated to America in the late 1970s from Iran. They are Armenian diaspora seeking political asylum from a Muslim-Regime. Had it not been for their haste, bravery, and courage to immigrate- I would not be who I am today. \r\n\r\nMy students resonate with my personal story here at Cleveland Charter High School. Most of my students come from diverse, multi-cultural, immigrant households. They understand what it is like to be \"invisible\" in the text. Persepolis, however, speaks to all who understand such circumstance as parents wanting a better future for their children, families grappling with war or political regimes within their home country, and now with the current ICE raids among us, Persepolis sheds light and shares situations close to home but from across the globe. \r\n\r\nThe generational push and pull of migration and motherland are seen in Marjane Satrap's novel. This text allows my Iranian students to be seen, my Middle Eastern, French, German, homosexual, rebellious students to be \"seen\" in the literature.","fullyFundedDate":1749182030387,"projectUrl":"project/worldly-perspectives-from-persepolis/9374329/","projectTitle":"Worldly Perspectives from Persepolis","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vanian","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9932739_orig.jpg?crop=2735,2735,x0,y118&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746680000159","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tvanian"},{"teacherId":9932739,"projectId":9334669,"letterContent":"Please allow me to share with you what your donation truly means. This is a true story that cannot wait to be told. I opened up the packages yesterday as soon as they arrived to my classroom because of how excited I was and I had my TA helping me.\r\n\r\nMy teacher's assistant is my former 11th grade student (currently in 12th). As he was helping me unbox the generous donations, he saw that they were The Great Gatsby novels but the graphic novel version and immediately said, \"This is cool Ms. V, can I read it?\". This means EVERYTHING to me and as an educator. The fact that a student saw a book in a different format and was engaged instantly- made my day!\r\n\r\nWhether or not students have already read The Great Gatsby novel or have yet to read it- the graphic novel speaks to the 21st century learner. Students need to build stamina and confidence in reading texts that are over 100 years old and graphic novels give students, of all reading abilities, the chance to tackle a story that may have been traditionally too difficult to take on. Thank you, thank you, thank you. My heart is full!","fullyFundedDate":1749182030244,"projectUrl":"project/the-great-gatsby-graphic-novel-the-han/9334669/","projectTitle":"The Great Gatsby Graphic Novel & The Handmaids Tale","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vanian","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9932739_orig.jpg?crop=2735,2735,x0,y118&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746680000159","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tvanian"},{"teacherId":504843,"projectId":9278368,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your very generous donation to my project. Having the Easy Peasy yarn makes learning to crochet a much easier task for my students. The students were so excited when they found out that the project was funded.\r\n\r\nStudents will use these materials to learn the basics of crochet. With all of the color options they will be able to have a choice. Once they have the basics they move on to their first project. With the variety of yarn we have they are able to customize their projects.","fullyFundedDate":1746787055674,"projectUrl":"project/crocheting-with-cheyne/9278368/","projectTitle":"Crocheting With Cheyne","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cheyne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-cheyne"},{"teacherId":8428499,"projectId":9190563,"letterContent":"As we wrap up this school year, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your incredible generosity. Because of your support, we were able to celebrate Mother's Day in a truly special way—our students created heartfelt gifts for their loved ones, and the joy and pride on their faces were unforgettable. You also helped us restock our Friday reward bucket, which has become a weekly highlight filled with excitement and motivation.\r\n\r\nThe moment our students saw the new materials, their eyes lit up with curiosity and enthusiasm. It turned into a beautiful, student-led initiative that fostered connection and empathy.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for making a difference in our classroom. You've given us more than just materials—you've helped create memories and moments of growth that we'll carry into the future.","fullyFundedDate":1745020607200,"projectUrl":"project/end-of-the-year-celebrations/9190563/","projectTitle":"End of the Year Celebrations!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Grace","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8428499_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651017185537","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8428499"},{"teacherId":8985644,"projectId":9133496,"letterContent":"My students' eyes lit up when they saw these books on their desks. We've been doing our best with the digital version, but seeing a graphic novel in print makes a world of difference. They have had their noses in books for the last several days, and it's beautiful to see. \r\n\r\nIt's been a social and intellectual experience, too. In addition to reading in class, students have been holding socratic discussions using Norman Webb's Depth of Knowledge framework to ask each other deep and meaningful questions about the text. They've been discussing connections between personal experience, current events, and Marjane Satrapi's coming of age story in war-torn Iran. \r\n\r\nI'm blown away by the use of academic language and depth of criticality I've seen from all of my students, especially those who typically struggle in English class. With your support, this book has been a stepping stone to excellence. \r\n\r\nThank you for making it possible.","fullyFundedDate":1744232273938,"projectUrl":"project/persepolis-graphic-novel-for-world-lit-s/9133496/","projectTitle":"Persepolis Graphic Novel for World Lit Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bonebrake","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8985644_orig.jpg?crop=860,860,x0,y31&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740613231660","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8985644"},{"teacherId":504843,"projectId":8973606,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation, which allowed me to purchase activities from Teachers Pay Teachers. This resource will help me keep my students engaged in the content they are learning in my classes.\r\n\r\nOne of the activities we used from Teachers Pay Teachers allowed the students to learn about ocean surface currents by placing a boat on a large map where a container of bath toys spilled into the ocean. Students loved this activity because it allowed them to work with model toys and place them where they washed up, allowing them to track the currents that the toys traveled on. This activity served as a launch for our study of how plastic pollution accumulates in the ocean.\r\n\r\nThanks again for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1733297583254,"projectUrl":"project/materials-to-address-various-learning-st/8973606/","projectTitle":"Materials To Address Various Learning Styles","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cheyne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-cheyne"},{"teacherId":8929916,"projectId":8895273,"letterContent":"I can't begin to express how grateful I am for your generous support of our classroom book club. When my students first saw the materials, their faces lit up with excitement. Many of them asked, \"Are these really for us?\"—a testament to how meaningful it is for them to have access to engaging and relevant literature.\r\n\r\nSince receiving these tools, we've been diving into lively discussions, exploring different perspectives, and making deep connections to the themes we're reading about. One unforgettable moment was when a student who typically struggles with reading confidently shared their thoughts on a novel's character, sparking a powerful discussion among their peers and then was able to create a beautiful poster that represented those feelings and thoughts. Seeing their confidence grow has been truly inspiring.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for helping to create a classroom where they feel seen, heard, and empowered through literature and art. Your generosity is making a real difference!\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1729632671647,"projectUrl":"project/book-lovers-club/8895273/","projectTitle":"Book Lovers Club!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O’Connor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8929916_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1706759333823","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sara-oconnor"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_6978","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":2784,"numTeachers":117,"percentFrplEligible":76,"percentAsian":13,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":16,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":62,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"23.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":94.1,"schoolId":6978,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Grover Cleveland Charter High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Grover Cleveland Charter High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/los-angeles-unified-school-district/grover-cleveland-high-school/6978"}