{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Piedmont Hills High School","outOfStateSupporters":13.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5255406,"projectId":10317338,"letterContent":"When the packages for our project, \"Investigating Life: Building a Hands-On Marine Biology and Physiology Lab,\" arrived in our classroom, the excitement was immediate. As we unboxed the new lab tools, specimen kits, and measurement equipment together, my students' eyes lit up with genuine curiosity. A wave of voices filled the room with questions like, \"Are we actually getting to use these today?\" and \"Is this for our marine biology investigations?\" Having access to brand-new, professional-grade resources made them feel valued and eager to dive straight into scientific inquiry.\r\n\r\nWe immediately put these new materials to work during our recent hands-on investigation of marine organisms and cellular physiology. Instead of simply reading about physiological processes or looking at diagrams in a textbook, students were able to work in small lab groups to conduct live observations and run experiments directly. One highlight was watching a group of students carefully analyze how environmental factors impact aquatic cellular functions—seeing their face-to-face excitement when their measurements yielded clear, tangible data was an incredible moment for our whole class.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, our next steps involve taking the data gathered from these experiments to design independent research projects and collaborative presentations on marine ecosystem conservation and organism adaptation. Having a fully equipped lab allows us to seamlessly transition into deeper, multi-step investigations throughout the school year. Thank you for investing in our classroom, empowering my students to think like real scientists, and bringing our science lessons to life!","fullyFundedDate":1780500692589,"projectUrl":"project/investigating-life-building-a-hands-on/10317338/","projectTitle":"Investigating Life: Building a Hands-On Marine Biology and Physiology Lab","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shank","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5255406_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1780602786842","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5255406"},{"teacherId":5255406,"projectId":10311117,"letterContent":"When the boxes for our project, \"Building a Well-Stocked Science Classroom,\" arrived, the excitement in our room was instantaneous. The moment my students saw the packages, their eyes lit up with curiosity, and a chorus of \"What's in there?\" and \"Is that for science class?!\" filled the room. Unboxing the supplies together felt like opening gifts, and seeing high-quality science equipment ready for them to use gave my students a genuine sense of pride and validation.\r\n\r\nWe immediately put these new resources to work in our recent inquiry-based lab, where students used the fresh materials to design and test their own experiments. Having dedicated, reliable tools meant every lab group could work hands-on rather than just observing from afar. One of the most rewarding moments was watching a group of students troubleshoot their setup, test their hypotheses using the new tools, and light up with pride when their experiment worked smoothly.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are moving into our next major unit, where students will build upon what they've learned by creating collaborative science presentations and running multi-step investigations. Having a well-stocked room ensures we can seamlessly transition into these upcoming lessons without running short on essential supplies. Thank you so much for investing in our classroom, empowering my young scientists, and making hands-on learning possible every day!","fullyFundedDate":1780500962893,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-well-stocked-science-classroo/10311117/","projectTitle":"Building a Well-Stocked Science Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shank","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5255406_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1780602786842","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5255406"},{"teacherId":8627674,"projectId":10479106,"letterContent":"My goal is to create a classroom where students feel welcomed, supported, and excited to be there. This project will provide my students with a variety of snacks, including Flamin' Hot Cheetos and fruit snacks, along with a fun strategy game that students can enjoy during appropriate classroom activities and downtime.\r\n\r\nFor many students, having a snack can make a big difference in their ability to stay focused and engaged, especially during a long school day. A simple treat can also be a way to build positive relationships and create moments of connection in the classroom. The game will give students an opportunity to practice communication, strategy, patience, and teamwork while having fun with their classmates.\r\n\r\nThe printer cable will help me keep our classroom materials and resources running smoothly. Together, these items will help me create a classroom environment that supports both learning and student well-being.\r\n\r\nYour support will help me provide my students with small comforts, opportunities for connection, and a classroom experience where they know they are cared for and valued. Thank you for helping make our classroom a happier, more engaging place to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1787871730437,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-and-games/10479106/","projectTitle":"Snacks and Games","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8627674"},{"teacherId":1044154,"projectId":10396952,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping provide my students with new technology and learning tools. These resources have made a meaningful difference in how students communicate, collaborate, and participate in class. The microphones, audio equipment, and other technology give students opportunities to practice presentations, record projects, participate in discussions, and develop their public-speaking skills. Instead of technology simply being something they use for entertainment, students are learning how to use it as a tool to create, communicate, and share their ideas with confidence.\r\n\r\nHaving technology incorporated into presentations and collaborative activities gives them another way to express themselves and build confidence. Seeing students become more comfortable sharing their voices and ideas has been incredibly rewarding. Your generosity has helped us create a classroom where students have access to practical, engaging tools that support both their academic learning and the communication skills they will carry with them beyond high school. Thank you for making these opportunities possible.","fullyFundedDate":1787161658503,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-tools/10396952/","projectTitle":"Classroom Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Andrews","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1044154_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784656018523","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1044154"},{"teacherId":8627674,"projectId":10426460,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to support my math classroom! These supplies will help create a more organized, welcoming, and functional learning environment. Having these resources readily available allows students to be prepared, independent, and focused on learning. They will also help reduce distractions and make it easier for students to access what they need throughout the school year. These materials will support students' daily learning and help our classroom run more smoothly and efficiently. I truly appreciate your generosity and your investment in my students!","fullyFundedDate":1786157747180,"projectUrl":"project/math-supplies/10426460/","projectTitle":"Math Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8627674"},{"teacherId":8627674,"projectId":10427075,"letterContent":"This project has helped organize my classroom's student supply corner, making it easier for students to quickly find and access the materials they need. Having supplies neatly organized and readily available helps reduce wasted instructional time and allows students to be more independent and prepared for class. This project has helped create a more efficient, organized, and student-friendly learning environment. Students can now easily locate supplies without interrupting instruction or waiting for assistance.","fullyFundedDate":1785691322752,"projectUrl":"project/organization-and-efficiency/10427075/","projectTitle":"Organization and Efficiency","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8627674"},{"teacherId":1488929,"projectId":9529729,"letterContent":"In behalf of the students here at our school, I would like to thank DonorsChoose and all the donors that supported this project. \r\n\r\nIn the years that I have taught chemistry; I realize the difficulty or learning and understanding this particular science because it studies things that cannot really be seen by the naked eye. If you google search an image of the atom, you will be presented with various illustrations, showing differences in color, shape and in their general appearance. This is because there is really no concrete picture of what an atom looks like. And I even share this all the time with the parents during our back-to-school night, that chemistry studies what has never been seen before. So teachers rely on pictures and models to see these really small particles. However, with the creation of 3D printers, students can now literally pluck out these particles from a 2-dimensional space on paper into a 3-dimensional space that is printed from a 3D printer. \r\n\r\nThe 2-dimensional models of atoms and molecules look totally different from their 3-dimensional model, and the differences oftentimes explain properties and behaviors of these particles. The molecule of water alone would look like a linear molecule in 2-dimensions, but in 3-dimensions, the repulsion of the electrons and bonds in the central oxygen atom of water provides for a bent structure that explains properties of water, including the fact that solid water floats in liquid water even if solids tend to be denser than liquids. \r\n\r\nI consider having a 3D printer a game changing tool for our students, not only helping to visualize and understand behaviors of substances but maybe attempt to design possible molecular structures for other substances as well. Having a physical model of these invisible particles would really help make the subject chemistry closer to reality for the students. This new equipment will definitely be a very useful tool in making the science of chemistry more real to our students. Thank you once again for this truly amazing equipment that you helped fund for my classroom laboratory!","fullyFundedDate":1758861330343,"projectUrl":"project/seeing-the-invisible-3d-printing-of-at/9529729/","projectTitle":"Seeing the Invisible - 3D Printing of Atoms and Molecules","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Mac","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1488929_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1454132231475","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/phhs-mr-mac"},{"teacherId":8161377,"projectId":9895338,"letterContent":"The resources that I received has been great for my classroom. For my 1960s lesson plan I had students cut out different fashion trends and personalize a picture of what they would wear if they were from the 60s. I finally had enough scissors that students no longer had to share when cutting paper. My students were appreciative of the scissors they received. They were in shock that people would donate money for school supplies. \r\n The were other times throughout the year where I pulled out supplies that were donated. If I had to clean up a mess or if students needed to clean their hands, I would let them know that these supplies were part of the big donation. They were appreciative of it. \r\n The maps I received were also helpful in teaching history. Any time I spoke about a state or country, I would point to the map on the wall. It was nice that we all had something visual to look at as a frame of reference. I believe this has been helpful for them to understand what we are talking about. \r\n Thank you for all the supplies. You don't understand how helpful this has been for the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1772546749548,"projectUrl":"project/maps-and-basic-classroom-supplies/9895338/","projectTitle":"Maps and Basic Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Truong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8161377_orig.png?crop=331,331,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649866911480","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8161377"},{"teacherId":5255406,"projectId":10068886,"letterContent":"Your support has made a meaningful difference in our classroom by giving students consistent access to the tools they need to succeed. In school, technology is not just about convenience — it helps students actively participate in learning, build confidence, and stay engaged. The classroom printer allows me to quickly provide guided notes, review materials, lab activities, and personalized feedback, which helps students stay organized and better understand challenging concepts. The calculators ensure every student can fully participate in math and science activities without worrying about whether they have the right resources at home.\r\n\r\nThe students have been especially excited about having immediate access to these tools whenever they need them. Something as simple as being able to grab a calculator at the start of class or receive printed materials right away has reduced stress and increased participation. Students feel more prepared, more independent, and more confident in their work.\r\n\r\nI have particularly noticed growth in students who were previously hesitant to participate because they lacked supplies or felt behind. Some students who used to avoid problem-solving activities are now more willing to try, ask questions, and collaborate with classmates because they have equal access to the same resources as everyone else. These tools have helped create a more inclusive classroom environment where all students feel capable of learning and contributing.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping provide opportunities that allow my students to focus on learning, growing, and believing in themselves.","fullyFundedDate":1772730114816,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-staples/10068886/","projectTitle":"Classroom Staples","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shank","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5255406_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1780602786842","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5255406"},{"teacherId":1488929,"projectId":9502633,"letterContent":"In behalf of my students, I would like to sincerely thank you for your support in the funding of my project. In our school, there are 4 chemistry teachers that share equipment for our experiments, equipment like laboratory balances, hot plates and magnetic stirrers. We also share laboratory equipment for classroom demonstrations, like our titration setup which include burets and ring stands. As teachers, we find it very tedious and time consuming to have to setup these equipment and disassemble them when we are done and need to pass the setup to another teacher. I found a mobile laboratory table with a storage cabinet online, and I thought that it would be a perfect tool for us as we can store the equipment inside the cabinet and do the setup and disassembly only one time, as the mobile lab table can be moved from one classroom to another. \r\n\r\nHaving this mobile lab table has been a game changer for us chemistry teachers as it has made laboratory demonstrations easier and more portable. This year, when we do common laboratory demonstrations, we can bring this mobile lab table from one classroom to another. One teacher will setup the equipment and then leave setup for the other teachers to use. Then once we are all done, the last teacher who used the materials will disassemble everything and store them in the cabinets. This is a truly valuable tool for all of us, tremendously making our lessons a lot easier to implement. \r\n\r\nYour support of my project assures the continued use of this mobile table for years to come. The mobile lab table is sturdy and has a chemical resistant top, which would make it a long lasting equipment that a lot of other teachers will be able to utilize. Once again, thank you very much to all of you that supported this project. All of us here deeply appreciate your support!","fullyFundedDate":1762636064033,"projectUrl":"project/a-mobile-lab-table-for-chemistry-demonst/9502633/","projectTitle":"A Mobile Lab Table for Chemistry Demonstrations","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Mac","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1488929_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1454132231475","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/phhs-mr-mac"},{"teacherId":10409813,"projectId":10035301,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing our classroom with the \"Balancing Chemical Equations\" kits! In 10th-grade Chemistry, we often struggle because students can't see the individual atoms and compounds we study; we usually have to rely on 2D cartoons. These kits changed everything by making the invisible visible.\r\n\r\nMy students were able to physically snap together blocks to represent real materials, like Fe2O3 (rust). They watched the reaction come to life as they combined Iron (Fe) and Oxygen (O2). The \"aha!\" moments happened when they realized one atom of iron or one molecule of oxygen wasn't enough to make the math work. They had to add more atoms/ molecules until both sides of the equation were perfectly balanced.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, I was able to secure two kits, allowing my students to work in pairs. This meant every single student had the opportunity to get their hands on the materials. In total, 157 students across five periods used these kits—and some even skipped their break to stop by my last period because they heard how much fun we were having!\r\n\r\nHowever, the gift will keep giving. Next year, there will be another 160 students. In addition, I learned more about how I can use it in multiple ways during the chemical reaction unit.","fullyFundedDate":1770631645468,"projectUrl":"project/balancing-chemical-reactions/10035301/","projectTitle":"Balancing Chemical Reactions","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Suzette","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10409813"},{"teacherId":9824832,"projectId":10009795,"letterContent":"You have my most heartfelt and sincere appreciation for helping our class get physical copies of Born a Crime. The students actually cheered when they saw the brand new books, and even last year's students stopped by to share their jealousy about \"the nice new books\" they heard our class had gotten! \r\nAfter we finished reading, students had the chance to connect with their own cultures on a deeper level and share that experience with their classmates. Our \"Born a Crime\" unit tends to be a student favorite, but having a physical book made their enjoyment so much more tangible, and it really deepened their experience as they showed appreciation for the cultural diversity of our class.\r\nYour generosity has made a real difference for both my students and for me personally. Being able to see them grow right in front of my eyes has been incredibly inspiring. The impact of your contribution will continue long after this school year ends as these students grow and ultimately find their own ways to give back.","fullyFundedDate":1769178099862,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-culture-identity-and-coming-/10009795/","projectTitle":"Exploring Culture, Identity, and Coming-of-Age Through Born a Crime","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kimmy Truong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9824832"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_4760","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1866,"numTeachers":88,"percentFrplEligible":69,"percentAsian":59,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":4,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":28,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":5,"gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"21.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":86.3,"schoolId":4760,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Piedmont Hills High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Piedmont Hills High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/east-side-union-high-school-district/piedmont-hills-high-school/4760"}