{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Orthopaedic Hospital Magnet High School","outOfStateSupporters":16.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1543810,"projectId":10159083,"letterContent":"My students are ambitious, creative, hardworking young people who are preparing for college and careers and lives they are actively building. They deserve a space that reflects that. And for a long time, despite everyone's best efforts, the floors told a different story ; crumbs, dust, the accumulated evidence of a room that a lot of people pass through every day. Not for lack of caring, but for lack of time. There is never enough time.\r\n\r\nNow there is a small robot that handles it without being asked. It runs while we're gone. It finishes before we arrive. And my students walk into a classroom that is simply, consistently clean.\r\n\r\nI know that might sound small. But I've taught long enough to know that the condition of a space sends a message to the people inside it. A clean room says: you are worth this. Your time here matters. This place was prepared for you.\r\n\r\nThat's the message my students deserve to receive every single day, and because of you, they do.\r\n\r\nThank you for seeing the dignity in the details.","fullyFundedDate":1773774082562,"projectUrl":"project/small-robot-big-impact-keeping-our-cla/10159083/","projectTitle":"Small Robot, Big Impact: Keeping Our Classroom Clean and Healthy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mejia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heidi-mejia"},{"teacherId":1543810,"projectId":10152334,"letterContent":"So many of my students have grown up believing that reading is something other people do; people in different neighborhoods, with different lives. The books they'd encountered in school never quite sounded like them, never moved the way their lives move, never cared about the things they care about. So they checked out. Not because they couldn't read, but because nothing had ever given them a reason to want to.\r\n\r\nThe books you helped bring into our classroom are different. These are stories with characters who look like my students, talk like my students, and face the kinds of questions my students are carrying right now; about who they are, where they belong, what's fair, and how to keep going. I've watched students who roll their eyes at assigned reading reach for these books on their own. I've heard conversations in the hallways that started in the pages of a novel.\r\n\r\nFor most of my students, there are no books at home. School is the only place where a great story is within reach. You changed what that reach looks like in our classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students have found something many of them have never had before: a book that feels like it was written for them.","fullyFundedDate":1773554781469,"projectUrl":"project/books-that-hook-high-interest-ya-novels/10152334/","projectTitle":"Books That Hook: High-Interest YA Novels for Every Reader","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mejia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heidi-mejia"},{"teacherId":1543810,"projectId":10152255,"letterContent":"When I submitted this project, I hoped it would make a difference. I didn't know just how much.\r\n\r\nSomething shifts when a student realizes that history isn't something that happened to other people, far away, long ago but something they can reach out and touch. That's what this technology has made possible. My students are now sitting with actual primary sources: handwritten letters, census records, photographs, newspaper front pages. They're asking the kinds of questions historians ask, because for the first time, they have the same tools historians use.\r\n\r\nOne of my quietest students , someone who rarely spoke up in class , used our new resources to track down records showing how his own neighborhood was affected by redlining in the 1940s. He brought that research to class and led a conversation that no one in that room will forget. The technology didn't give him the words. It gave him a reason to use them.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, school is the only place they have consistent access to tools like these. You helped make sure that gap didn't follow them into this classroom. Because of your generosity, my students are doing the same quality of work, asking the same depth of questions, and building the same skills as any student anywhere.\r\n\r\nYour support didn't just purchase a device it changed what's possible in this room. Thank you for investing in students who are ready to do the work, and who deserved the tools to do it all along.","fullyFundedDate":1773553232313,"projectUrl":"project/modern-tools-for-teaching-the-past/10152255/","projectTitle":"Modern Tools for Teaching the Past","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mejia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heidi-mejia"},{"teacherId":28985,"projectId":9982884,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations for our art projects. Students had a lot of fun with both projects- the heart key chains and the heart plushies. Plus, they learned some valuable skills like clay forming and sewing. They were really excited when they saw the activities and couldn't believe they would be able to keep what they made.\r\n\r\nOur library really would not be functioning the way it is without you and all the other donors out there. A huge component of libraries is the concept of a \"third space\" where people can come to learn new things and be themselves without the pressure to buy something or, in the case of students, get a good grade. At our school library, having activities and projects like this one make that \"third space\" concept a reality. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1767929450834,"projectUrl":"project/time-for-an-art-project/9982884/","projectTitle":"Time for an Art Project!","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. 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These tools are widely used in organized competitive play, and now our students have access to the same modern equipment they see in tournaments.\r\n\r\nFor our 30 high school students—nearly all from low-income households—this project removes barriers to high-level training. Leverless controllers provide ergonomic support, improved execution, and more consistent input precision, allowing students to develop timing, spacing, and decision-making skills more effectively.\r\n\r\nYour generosity strengthens our competitive readiness and ensures our program continues to grow in both skill and professionalism. We are deeply grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1765909842070,"projectUrl":"project/leverless-arcade-controllers-for-competi/9961140/","projectTitle":"Leverless Arcade Controllers for Competitive Esports Training!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Delgado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp709714_orig.jpg?crop=4000,4000,x1480,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723322192123","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/709714"},{"teacherId":709714,"projectId":9956168,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support of our music program. These materials help us to put on two concerts yearly. Every year our resources dwindle and we must find ways to replenish them.\r\n\r\nOften, arts funding is the hardest to come by. But with organizations like Donorschoose and supporters from around the community we find ways to make the impossible, possible.\r\n\r\nWe hope that the music we create reverberates through the school, clouds and sky and reaches your ears somewhere out there. We are entirely thankful.","fullyFundedDate":1765656344916,"projectUrl":"project/spring-music-festival-performance-drum/9956168/","projectTitle":"Spring Music Festival Performance: Drum Pedal, Guitar Strings, and Sticks!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Delgado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp709714_orig.jpg?crop=4000,4000,x1480,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723322192123","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/709714"},{"teacherId":709714,"projectId":9940665,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our Esports team with new DualSense PS5 controllers. This may seem like a small piece of equipment, but for our 30 students, it makes a meaningful difference. Instead of sharing a single controller and waiting through long rotations, more students can now practice consistently and compete at their full potential.\r\n\r\nNearly all of our students come from low-income households, and many depend on our program for access to reliable technology. Having quality, dependable equipment ensures fair practice time, competitive readiness, and a more professional training environment.\r\n\r\nYour generosity helps remove barriers and gives our students the tools they need to build teamwork, communication skills, and confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1765583191124,"projectUrl":"project/a-new-ps5-controller-for-our-esports-tea/9940665/","projectTitle":"A New PS5 Controller for Our Esports Team","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Delgado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp709714_orig.jpg?crop=4000,4000,x1480,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723322192123","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/709714"},{"teacherId":709714,"projectId":9901679,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our Esports lab is getting a powerful upgrade! The new LED media stand with built-in outlets and storage is already transforming our space. Instead of tangled cables and stacked controllers, our students now have an organized, competition-ready setup that feels professional and intentional.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students—nearly all from low-income households—our Esports lab is more than just a place to play games. It is a space where they build teamwork, leadership, communication skills, and confidence. Having clean, secure storage protects our equipment and shows students that their program is valued and worth investing in.\r\n\r\nYour support directly impacts 30 students who take pride in representing our school. When they walk into a well-organized lab, they feel respected and motivated to compete at their best.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and helping us elevate our Esports space.","fullyFundedDate":1763580937557,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-our-school-esports-space/9901679/","projectTitle":"Enhancing Our School Esports Space","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Delgado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp709714_orig.jpg?crop=4000,4000,x1480,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723322192123","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/709714"},{"teacherId":28985,"projectId":9417533,"letterContent":"I really appreciate your generous donation. You have made my students excited about reading- both in English and Spanish!\r\nMy students have been reading the books for the Reading Decathlon and having great discussions about them. We have an upcoming competition where students will compete against other high schools, answering questions about the books, and trying to win the trophy for our school. Your donation made our participation in the event possible! \r\nFor the Spanish books, I invited the Spanish teacher and her students into the library where students practiced reading the books out loud in small groups. This helped students practice their diction and pronunciation. They had a lot of fun! Now, since I have added these books to the library collection, I will be able to do this activity again in the future. \r\n\r\nThanks so much for helping our students read and learn with your donation!","fullyFundedDate":1758823265764,"projectUrl":"project/reading-decathlon-books-and-spanish-book/9417533/","projectTitle":"Reading Decathlon Books and Spanish Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. 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This will now be a tradition for us! \r\nThe cart helped me organize all the supplies so that I could keep track of everything. \r\nAgain, I really appreciate you for helping to make our school an inviting, welcoming place where students can be their best selves!","fullyFundedDate":1758822716836,"projectUrl":"project/games-puzzles-and-art-for-teen-mental/9417848/","projectTitle":"Games, Puzzles, and Art for Teen Mental Health!","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Hollis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp28985_orig.jpg?crop=1895,1895,x876,y715&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603081669436","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/booksyhollis"},{"teacherId":3701983,"projectId":9910522,"letterContent":"Our class has been using the Legos as a creative stress-relief activity during finals week, giving students a quick way to reset their minds between challenging assignments. They've enjoyed building small creations and sometimes even working together during review sessions! This has helped them stay calm and focused. The Starbursts have become a fun motivational tool that students earn through participation, perseverance, and completing their review tasks. Moving forward, these resources will continue to support our finals preparation by helping maintain a positive, encouraging environment. The simple addition of hands-on creativity and small rewards has already made a huge difference in keeping students motivated and emotionally grounded during a tough academic stretch! Again, thank you so much for making this possible for my students !!","fullyFundedDate":1764691507440,"projectUrl":"project/brick-by-brick-bite-by-bite-the-sweete/9910522/","projectTitle":"Brick by Brick, Bite by Bite: The Sweetest Motivation Hack","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cruz Sanchez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3701983_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723677746200","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3701983"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_20880","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":679,"numTeachers":37,"percentFrplEligible":90,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":93,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"18.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":84.0,"schoolId":20880,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Orthopaedic Hospital Magnet High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Orthopaedic Hospital Magnet High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/los-angeles-unified-school-district/orthopaedic-hospital-magnet-high-school/20880"}