{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"San Pedro High School","outOfStateSupporters":20.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1173905,"projectId":10250282,"letterContent":"This project has had a meaningful impact on my students by giving them greater access to engaging, high-quality books that reflect a wide range of interests, experiences, and perspectives. Having these new texts available has increased students' excitement about reading and encouraged many of them to read more frequently and independently.\r\n\r\nBeyond developing important literacy skills, these books have helped create a stronger classroom reading community. Students recommend books to one another, engage in debates and discussions and have expressed interest in reading additional contemporary books that are relatable to them. \r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1780456937717,"projectUrl":"project/helping-hand-supporting-student-success/10250282/","projectTitle":"Helping Hand: Supporting Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Patapoff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1173905"},{"teacherId":4049679,"projectId":10185932,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom! My students and I are very grateful for all of the new supplies we received.\r\n\r\nWe have already been using the highlighters, pens, scissors, clipboards, and poster paper in our everyday lessons and activities. My students especially enjoy using the poster paper for group projects because they can work together and share what they have learned with the class. The clipboards have also been really helpful during our gallery walks and other activities that get students up and moving around the classroom. The new bookshelf has helped us stay more organized and makes it easier for students to find the materials they need. Even the simple things, like tissues and cleaning supplies, are things we use all the time and are so helpful to have in the classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and for supporting my students. We truly appreciate everything you have provided for our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1778109799130,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-supplies/10185932/","projectTitle":"Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jurat","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4049679_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1478496076748","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4049679"},{"teacherId":9355538,"projectId":10405187,"letterContent":"Your generosity brought so much excitement to our classroom! We immediately celebrated our new technology by creating a class \"pet wall,\" printing photos of our cats, dogs, and even frogs! Students were excited to share a little piece of their lives and see their pets displayed in our classroom. This simple activity helped make our shared space feel more personal and welcoming.\r\n\r\nThe MacBook Air, Epson EcoTank color printer, and paper are also supporting learning beyond our classroom. We shared these resources with our neighboring AP Human Geography teacher to print photographs for a gallery walk. Students were able to move around the room, examine the images, and analyze visual details together. Having access to printed color images creates opportunities for students to look closely, discuss their observations, and learn from one another.\r\n\r\nNext month, I'm especially excited to use these materials during our Great Gatsby unit to bring the graphic novel's artwork into our lessons and help students explore how images communicate characters, themes, and ideas. These resources give us more ways to connect reading with creativity and make student work visible. Thank you for giving our students tools that we can continue using across lessons, projects, and classrooms!","fullyFundedDate":1787196613663,"projectUrl":"project/making-literature-come-alive/10405187/","projectTitle":"Making Literature Come Alive","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Early","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9355538_orig.jpg?crop=1920,1920,x0,y345&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699317386928","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/early"},{"teacherId":9355538,"projectId":10566222,"letterContent":"I couldn't wait to get these materials into my students' hands! The supplies arrived in the mail yesterday, and we used them in class today to begin setting up our English portfolios for the SAS program!\r\n\r\nStudents were excited to organize and personalize their folders, and the smelly stickers were definitely the favorite! While the stickers brought a lot of excitement, the folders, organizers, pens, markers, and other supplies will be so important as students continue adding writing, projects, and reflections over the next four years.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for helping me give my students a strong start to this long-term project. I'm excited for them to look back at these portfolios as seniors and see just how much they have grown since 9th grade!","fullyFundedDate":1790533461209,"projectUrl":"project/student-portfolios-for-the-sas-program/10566222/","projectTitle":"Student Portfolios for the SAS Program","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Early","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9355538_orig.jpg?crop=1920,1920,x0,y345&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699317386928","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/early"},{"teacherId":9355538,"projectId":10405203,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my Fresh Books That Students Want to Read project! I'm so grateful for your generosity and for helping me bring new books and reading resources into my classroom.\r\n\r\nI've had the new books on display since the order arrived, and already two students have checked out books from our classroom library to read on their own! It has been so exciting to see students notice the new titles and immediately want to read them. We have also already used the poster boards for one-pager projects, where students combined quotes, symbols, illustrations, and analysis to show their understanding of what they read.\r\n\r\nThese materials are already making a difference in our classroom and giving students more ways to engage with reading. Take a look at the attached photos to see some of the books and student work in action! Thank you again for helping me create a classroom where students have access to books they are genuinely excited to read","fullyFundedDate":1787154575203,"projectUrl":"project/fresh-books-that-students-want-to-read/10405203/","projectTitle":"Fresh Books That Students Want to Read","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Early","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9355538_orig.jpg?crop=1920,1920,x0,y345&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699317386928","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/early"},{"teacherId":1359942,"projectId":10511295,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting \"Paper for Possibilities: Supporting Student Success.\" Having a dependable supply of standard printer paper solves a very real, everyday challenge in a high school classroom. When I told my students that donors contributed to supply us with paper for their coursework and homework, they were genuinely surprised and appreciative that people outside our school were investing in their education.\r\n\r\nHaving enough paper allows me to provide every student with printed articles, primary source documents, and daily practice packets without having to strictly limit page counts. Recently, I printed out a complex set of analytical readings and problem sets. Having physical copies let my students annotate in the margins, highlight key arguments, and track their work by hand—habits that help them retain information far better than staring at a screen all day. They were also able to take these materials home to study and complete their assignments without worrying about unreliable Wi-Fi or device access.\r\n\r\nNext, as we prepare for upcoming research papers and exams, students will be using this paper to print out their research sources, outline their arguments, and print final drafts for peer review and grading. Your support ensures my students have the basic, essential materials they need to keep up with rigorous high school coursework and finish their homework. Thank you for your generosity and support!","fullyFundedDate":1789581688602,"projectUrl":"project/paper-for-possibilities-supporting-stud/10511295/","projectTitle":"Paper for Possibilities: Supporting Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Cheng","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1359942_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1579875571184","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1359942"},{"teacherId":7536641,"projectId":10138150,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding our Velocity Track System! My physics students now see real-time velocity and acceleration graphs as they run experiments, turning abstract concepts into something they can watch happen live. They love the instant feedback: predict, test, see the result. Even students who usually shy away from the math have leaned in, using the visual data to build understanding before tackling the formulas. Your gift gave my class a hands on way to experience physics, not just study it. Thank you for making that possible!","fullyFundedDate":1778486508589,"projectUrl":"project/velocity-track-system-and-data-tracking/10138150/","projectTitle":"Velocity Track System and Data Tracking","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Salceda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7536641_orig.jpg?crop=1123,1123,x23,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1640057860615","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msalceda"},{"teacherId":9355538,"projectId":10231989,"letterContent":"This project has already been such a practical help in my classroom. Chromebooks are an important part of learning in our classroom, but that only works when students actually have access to power. Having extra chargers available means that a forgotten or lost charger, or a Chromebook that comes to school with a low battery, does not have to keep a student from participating in class.\r\n\r\nStudents have been so appreciative knowing that there is a charger available when they need one. Instead of having to figure out how they are going to make their battery last through class, they can plug in at one of our classroom outlets and continue working.\r\n\r\nOne of the best parts of this project is that these chargers will stay in my classroom and be used throughout the entire school day by many different students. I am hopeful they will continue helping students for years to come. Thank you so much for providing something simple that makes it easier for every student to have the power they need to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1777999639961,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-students-powered-and-ready-to-le/10231989/","projectTitle":"Keeping Students Powered and Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Early","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9355538_orig.jpg?crop=1920,1920,x0,y345&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699317386928","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/early"},{"teacherId":9355538,"projectId":10409547,"letterContent":"This project has already made such a meaningful difference for my students at the very start of the school year. In my current 11th grade English classes, I was able to pass out about 20 brand-new notebooks to students who were unable to get one on their own. There was such an exciting energy in the classroom as I handed them out, and I was honestly surprised by how thankful the students were. It felt like my students were seen and supported because they were being given the same high-quality materials as everyone else without having to worry about providing them themselves.\r\n\r\nWe are already using the notebooks every day for bell ringers, class notes, reading responses, and writing activities. As we move through our first units, students will continue adding their work throughout the year so they can look back and see their growth!\r\n\r\nThank you so much for helping me make sure every student has the supplies they need to start the year feeling prepared and supported!","fullyFundedDate":1787167525154,"projectUrl":"project/a-notebook-for-every-student/10409547/","projectTitle":"A Notebook for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Early","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9355538_orig.jpg?crop=1920,1920,x0,y345&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699317386928","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/early"},{"teacherId":1359942,"projectId":10511352,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support and for helping provide Kleenex tissues for our students! We are incredibly excited and grateful to have these everyday essentials available when our students need them most.\r\n\r\nSomething as simple as a box of tissues can make a meaningful difference during the school day. Whether a student is dealing with seasonal allergies, a runny nose, unexpected sniffles, or simply needs a little extra comfort, having tissues readily available helps students feel cared for and comfortable. Your donation allows us to create a classroom and school environment where students can focus on learning without having to worry about these small but important needs.\r\n\r\nWith hundreds of students moving through our campus each day, tissues are one of those supplies that disappear quickly! Thanks to your generosity, we can keep Kleenex within reach and make sure our students have access to a clean, comfortable resource throughout their day. It also helps our staff spend less time worrying about replenishing basic supplies and more time supporting students academically, socially, and emotionally.\r\n\r\nWe are truly excited to receive these supplies and put them to immediate use. Please know that your contribution is appreciated not only by me, but also by the many students who will benefit from your kindness every single day.\r\n\r\nThank you for choosing to support our students and our school community. Your generosity reminds our students that there are people beyond our campus who believe in them and want them to have what they need to be comfortable, cared for, and ready to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1787176197915,"projectUrl":"project/a-little-comfort-goes-a-long-way/10511352/","projectTitle":"A Little Comfort Goes a Long Way","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Cheng","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1359942_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1579875571184","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1359942"},{"teacherId":9355538,"projectId":10231993,"letterContent":"These new books have already made a meaningful impact in my classroom! Last semester, my 11th grade Contemporary Composition students read Dear Martin, and it was a book that many of them really connected with and enjoyed. Throughout the unit, students practiced close reading, analyzing themes and characters, participating in class discussions, and connecting the issues in the novel to the world around them. In the attached photo, you can see one student's one-pager that showcases their learning and reflections from the book.\r\n\r\nThese books will continue to be used throughout the school year as well. In just two weeks, my 9th grade Honors students will begin reading Animal Farm. Thanks to this project, I will have fresh, usable copies ready for them as we study topics like propaganda, power, responsibility, symbolism, and theme. I am so grateful to our donors for helping keep these important books in students' hands!","fullyFundedDate":1778110154506,"projectUrl":"project/fresh-copies-for-well-loved-classroom-bo/10231993/","projectTitle":"Fresh Copies for Well-Loved Classroom Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Early","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9355538_orig.jpg?crop=1920,1920,x0,y345&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699317386928","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/early"},{"teacherId":9355538,"projectId":10029264,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping improve our classroom space. The new bookshelves have made such a big difference and were honestly so needed. Before, our class library was harder to organize and not as visible, but now the books are easy to see, access, and keep in good condition. It also just makes the classroom look so much more put together and inviting.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the shelves set up, they immediately noticed and commented on how \"cute\" and organized the room looked. It's made a difference in how they interact with the space too. Students are more likely to grab a book, browse, and actually use the classroom library during independent reading time.\r\n\r\nI also use the standing desk every single day. It's become my main teaching spot where I can stand, talk with students, and easily connect my laptop to our slides. It's made teaching feel more natural and interactive, and it helps me stay engaged with students throughout the lesson. Thank you again for making our classroom a better place to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1770138740091,"projectUrl":"project/designing-a-space-where-teaching-and-rea/10029264/","projectTitle":"Designing a Space Where Teaching and Reading Thrive","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Early","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9355538_orig.jpg?crop=1920,1920,x0,y345&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699317386928","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/early"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_7679","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":2329,"numTeachers":109,"percentFrplEligible":77,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":8,"percentWhite":14,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":68,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":4,"gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"21.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":79.3,"schoolId":7679,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about San Pedro High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"San Pedro High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/los-angeles-unified-school-district/san-pedro-senior-high-school/7679"}