{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Santiago High School","outOfStateSupporters":20.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6811914,"projectId":10250760,"letterContent":"We sincerely thank you for your generous donation of colorful paper. Your thoughtful contribution will give our students wonderful materials for creative projects, classroom activities, and special assignments. Having a variety of colors available makes learning more engaging and gives students the opportunity to express their creativity.\r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your kindness and support of our students and school community. Donations like yours make a meaningful difference in the classroom and help provide resources that students can enjoy and benefit from throughout the school year.","fullyFundedDate":1778473710885,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-and-memorable-science-projects/10250760/","projectTitle":"Engaging and Memorable Science Projects","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tachibana","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6811914"},{"teacherId":10506666,"projectId":10280302,"letterContent":"I wanted to sincerely thank you for your generous donation for my students! They've already put to good use their new Yoga mats! It's been a gamechanger as they've used their new mats not only for yoga, but for cooperative games, individual spots for visuals, and much more!\r\n\r\nMy returning students especially noticed the new mats and were excited to use them. Having new equipment goes a long way especially with the wear & tear that we put our Yoga mats through. Again, thank you so much for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1780574128829,"projectUrl":"project/adapted-for-the-win/10280302/","projectTitle":"Adapted For the Win!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kenny","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10506666_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778333177491","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10506666"},{"teacherId":1499851,"projectId":10445054,"letterContent":"Thanks again for the stand-up desk, and the supply of facial tissue! \r\n\r\nThe desk is a hit. Students are impressed by the technology and feel important when they ear the right to come up and use it. If a student is having a particularly rough day and is having trouble staying in their seat, or they just want a different vantage point, they can ask to use the desk. If no one else is requesting the desk that period (a rare occurrence, they get to use it. If there are multiple requests, we either ask a question about something we are learning that week, and the first and/or best answer gets the desk, or we do a good old-fashioned rock-paper-scissors competition. \r\n\r\nIt's made for some fun, and it's lowered some stress levels. \r\n\r\nThank you again for providing our classroom with a unique tool to help my students focus!","fullyFundedDate":1786565005110,"projectUrl":"project/for-the-wigglers-and-the-sneezers/10445054/","projectTitle":"For the Wigglers and the Sneezers","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Coyle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1499851_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1528739253754","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mistercoyle"},{"teacherId":9900810,"projectId":9068277,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students now have more opportunities to be active, build their skills, and participate alongside their peers. The new equipment has allowed me to create fun and inclusive physical education activities that can be adapted for students with a wide range of abilities.\r\n\r\nThe bowling equipment has been especially exciting for my students. We have been able to practice rolling, aiming, and controlling force while working toward knocking down the pins. The foam dice have also become a fun part of our fitness activities. Students roll the dice to determine which exercise or movement they will complete, making fitness feel more like a game. The cones, dodgeballs, and other equipment have helped us create stations, challenges, and games that keep students moving and engaged.\r\n\r\nMy students were very excited when they first saw the new equipment and couldn't wait to use it. One of the most rewarding parts for me has been seeing students of different ability levels participating in the same activities. I can modify the distance, equipment, or rules so that students with physical disabilities can participate alongside their peers and experience success.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue using these materials to develop motor skills, teamwork, confidence, and physical fitness. I plan to introduce new bowling challenges, fitness stations, and adapted games throughout the school year so students can continue practicing their skills and tracking their progress.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping create a physical education environment where every student has the opportunity to move, play, learn, and feel included. Your support has made a meaningful difference for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1738176959379,"projectUrl":"project/golf-bowling-and-more-for-all/9068277/","projectTitle":"Golf, Bowling, and More for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Torres","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9900810_orig.jpg?crop=1008,1008,x0,y393&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737092200750","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9900810"},{"teacherId":9017936,"projectId":10129009,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom.Your generosity has provided my students with the materials they need to stay engaged, motivated, and excited about learning. We ended the school year successfully with AP testing and final projects on The Things They Carried.\r\n\r\nPost-it notes have helped students actively annotate and interact with texts, tissues and sanitizer will help us maintain a clean classroom, and treats have boosted participation and made learning more fun. \r\n\r\nYour support continues to make a meaningful difference in our classroom community at Santiago.","fullyFundedDate":1772596027546,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-cleaning-supplies/10129009/","projectTitle":"Classroom Cleaning Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Simington","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9017936_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700243039880","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9017936"},{"teacherId":3161176,"projectId":9252201,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nThe arrival of the brand-new JanSport backpacks was an absolute game-changer for our School Community Closet. When our students first saw them lining the shelves, their eyes lit up with genuine excitement. For teenagers, walking into a school closet can sometimes feel vulnerable, but seeing high-quality, trendy, and durable backpacks completely transformed the experience. They weren't just receiving a donation; they were getting to \"shop\" for a premium item that their peers carry, allowing them to walk away with a profound sense of pride and equality.\r\n\r\nWe utilize these resources on a strict \"no questions asked\" basis to protect our students' privacy and self-esteem. Just last week, we had a student whose old backpack finally ripped beyond repair right before third period. Instead of having to carry their heavy textbooks in a plastic grocery bag for the rest of the day, we were able to bring them into the closet and let them pick out a fresh, new JanSport backpack. The immediate relief and gratitude on that student's face was unforgettable, and they were able to return to class focused on their schoolwork rather than their circumstances. Having these brand-new items on hand truly makes the experience that much more dignified for our students in need.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, these backpacks will serve as a foundational tool for our students' daily academic success. Our students now have a reliable way to securely transport their laptops, notebooks, and study materials between home and school. By removing the stress of basic school supplies, you have cleared a path for them to focus entirely on their education and future goals. Thank you for investing in our students' dignity and giving them the tangible tools they need to show up to campus with confidence every single day!","fullyFundedDate":1753818035782,"projectUrl":"project/back-back-back-to-school-backpacks/9252201/","projectTitle":"Back, Back, Back-to-School Backpacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Teacher Coach Doone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3161176_orig.png?crop=288,288,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714680210642","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nicole-doone"},{"teacherId":1499851,"projectId":10185036,"letterContent":"Thanks again for donating to our classroom. Our summer reading project was a great success because of the books you generously helped us procure. Student engagement and agency is always so much deeper and meaningful - in funny and very unique ways - when they get to choose the books that they read.\r\n\r\nThere was a group who read The Remains of the Day over summer, and our conversations when we got back were, well, they were pretty funny. Droll British humor doesn't quite land with high school students, so many had some harsh opinions of the narrator - and we talked at length about whether those were merited or not. Those books are being passed on to our Academic Decathlon team for this year's competition - so double thank you! \r\n\r\nWe've always been able to get more out of students when they get agency in what they're learning. Thanks again for helping to make that a reality!","fullyFundedDate":1775747444170,"projectUrl":"project/books-and-dreams/10185036/","projectTitle":"Books and Dreams","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Coyle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1499851_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1528739253754","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mistercoyle"},{"teacherId":9626179,"projectId":9982145,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your support and continued contributions to our school community has been so incredibly helpful throughout this 2025-2026 school year. We were able to use many of the items in our wellness room for small group mental health lessons, during individual counseling sessions, and for school-wide events like open house and lunch time celebrations in the quad. The students greatly enjoyed the items, and your continued support has truly made a difference for our students and our school community. \r\n\r\nAs we conclude the academic school year, I wanted to send my gratitude and well wishes for a safe and happy summer season ahead. Until next school year!","fullyFundedDate":1768523460826,"projectUrl":"project/starting-off-the-new-year-second-semest/9982145/","projectTitle":"Starting off the New Year; Second Semester","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Justin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9626179_orig.jpg?crop=1270,1270,x796,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723578682708","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9626179"},{"teacherId":6811914,"projectId":10179228,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for this wonderful and generous gift. Your kindness and thoughtfulness mean more than words can truly express. Gifts like yours make a meaningful difference, and we deeply appreciate the support, encouragement, and care behind such generosity. Knowing that others believe in what we are doing inspires us to continue creating positive, engaging, and meaningful learning experiences every day.\r\n\r\nThrough this support, we will be able to provide opportunities that encourage curiosity, imagination, teamwork, and confidence. Students learn best when they are excited, engaged, and comfortable taking risks while exploring new ideas. Whether we are creating visual displays, interactive lessons, organized binders for student work, group activities, or creative classroom projects using posters, paper, markers, and Elmer's glue, your gift will help foster an environment where learning feels inspiring rather than overwhelming. It will also help students build important skills such as communication, problem-solving, critical thinking, and creativity.","fullyFundedDate":1775940719795,"projectUrl":"project/special-ed-binders-and-more/10179228/","projectTitle":"Special Ed Binders and More","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tachibana","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6811914"},{"teacherId":10388357,"projectId":10089272,"letterContent":"I wanted to reach out and personally thank you for supporting our STEAM Family Night! Because of your generosity, our 4th–6th grade student leaders finally have the kits, clay, and books they need to host this incredible community event. It is so inspiring to watch these students transition from being learners to being teachers.You aren't just providing \"stuff\"; you're giving these kids a chance to see themselves as leaders and innovators. We can't wait to see the MPR filled with families building and discovering together. Thank you for making this neighborhood hub possible!","fullyFundedDate":1774286812338,"projectUrl":"project/next-gen-engineers-closing-the-steam-gap/10089272/","projectTitle":"Next-Gen Engineers Closing the STEAM Gap","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Audrey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10388357"},{"teacherId":9224124,"projectId":10080007,"letterContent":"I wanted to send a huge thank you for supporting our \"Morning Success Coaching\" project. Because of you, our student leaders now have the visual timers and coaching tools they need to help their younger peers master their morning routines. It's been incredible to see our older students step up as mentors. They aren't just handing out timers; they are teaching families how to turn a stressful morning rush into a \"soft start\" for the day. Your generosity is helping us prove that a little bit of organization can lead to a lot of emotional well-being. We can't wait to get these workshops started!","fullyFundedDate":1770399210626,"projectUrl":"project/calm-starts-here-supporting-morning-rou/10080007/","projectTitle":"Calm Starts Here: Supporting Morning Routines and Well-Being","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Alfonso Rivas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9224124"},{"teacherId":2642001,"projectId":9560302,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our library and my students. The new books have already made a meaningful difference—students are more excited to read, explore new topics, and stay engaged during library time. They are choosing books with greater confidence, sharing recommendations with peers, and showing a growing love for reading. I've seen students who were once hesitant become more willing to participate and try new books. Your generosity is helping build strong literacy skills and a lasting enthusiasm for learning. I truly appreciate the impact you've made in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1755734103976,"projectUrl":"project/open-a-book-and-unlock-a-world/9560302/","projectTitle":"Open a Book, and Unlock a World","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Eckert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2642001_orig.jpg?crop=2560,2560,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786471346454","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2642001"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_91865","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1557,"numTeachers":86,"percentFrplEligible":72,"percentAsian":13,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":83,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":1,"gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"18.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":79.5,"schoolId":91865,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Santiago High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Santiago High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/garden-grove-unified-school-district/santiago-high-school/91865"}