{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Pittsburg High School","outOfStateSupporters":23.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9694364,"projectId":9952654,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students were able to move beyond textbooks and engage in real, hands-on DNA exploration in the classroom. The supplies you provided made it possible for students to extract, visualize, and analyze DNA, transforming an abstract concept into a powerful, memorable learning experience. Seeing genetic material with their own eyes sparked excitement, curiosity, and a deeper understanding of how DNA shapes life. Your support ensured that every student—regardless of background—could actively participate in meaningful scientific investigation rather than simply watching a demonstration.\r\n\r\nYour donation has had a lasting impact on both student learning and confidence in science. Through these labs, students practiced critical laboratory skills such as careful measurement, teamwork, and data analysis while thinking like real scientists. More importantly, this experience helped many students see themselves as capable future healthcare professionals, researchers, and problem solvers. Thank you for believing in our classroom and investing in the next generation of medical leaders.","fullyFundedDate":1766260758519,"projectUrl":"project/unlock-the-secrets-of-dna-in-our-classro/9952654/","projectTitle":"Unlock the Secrets of DNA in Our Classroom with Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Valerie Eddy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9694364_orig.png?crop=290,290,x70,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724208123059","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eddyteach"},{"teacherId":9694364,"projectId":9952598,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students were able to conduct authentic, hands-on DNA analysis using SYBR stain in their genetics lab. Your support transformed an abstract lesson about genes and DNA into a vivid, real-world scientific experience. Watching DNA samples glow under UV light sparked excitement, curiosity, and deeper understanding among students who may one day become scientists, nurses, doctors, or biomedical researchers. The materials you provided made it possible for every student to actively participate rather than simply observe, increasing both engagement and confidence in their scientific abilities.\r\n\r\nBeyond a single lab, your donation strengthened our classroom culture of inquiry, precision, and collaboration. Students practiced essential laboratory skills—pipetting, data collection, and careful analysis—while working together like real research teams. Your investment did more than supply materials; it empowered future medical leaders to think critically, ask questions, and see themselves as capable scientists. We are truly grateful for your belief in our students and their potential.","fullyFundedDate":1765498855729,"projectUrl":"project/brighten-our-dna-labs-with-sybr-stain-fo/9952598/","projectTitle":"Brighten Our DNA Labs with SYBR Stain for Testing Genes","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Valerie Eddy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9694364_orig.png?crop=290,290,x70,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724208123059","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eddyteach"},{"teacherId":9694364,"projectId":9872487,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generosity of our donors, \"Focused Minds: Hot Chocolate Study Hour for Future Medical Leaders\" created a warm, welcoming space where students could slow down, recharge, and truly focus on their learning. What might have seemed like a simple treat became a meaningful experience that reduced stress, encouraged connection, and made academic study feel more accessible and enjoyable. Students arrived eager to participate, knowing they were valued and supported as they work toward their goals in the medical field.\r\n\r\nBeyond comfort, this experience strengthened collaboration and confidence among our future healthcare professionals. Students worked together to review challenging material, ask questions, and support one another in a calm, low-pressure environment. Your support did more than provide hot chocolate—it helped build community, resilience, and motivation that will carry forward in their academic journeys and future careers.","fullyFundedDate":1765331252025,"projectUrl":"project/focused-minds-hot-chocolate-study-hour/9872487/","projectTitle":"Focused Minds: Hot Chocolate Study Hour for Future Medical Leaders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Valerie Eddy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9694364_orig.png?crop=290,290,x70,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724208123059","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eddyteach"},{"teacherId":9694364,"projectId":9749493,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for supporting our project, \"Bring Anatomy to Life with a Classroom Skeleton.\" Your generosity has made a powerful and lasting impact on my students' learning in our PLTW Medical Intervention classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students now have a real anatomical model to study, observe, and interact with during our lessons. The classroom skeleton has transformed abstract diagrams in textbooks into something tangible and meaningful. Students can physically see how bones connect, how joints move, and how the human body is structured in three dimensions. This hands-on learning has deepened their understanding of anatomy, injury, disease, and medical care.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, having this professional-quality model has increased student engagement and confidence. Many students who were hesitant to speak up in class are now excited to participate, ask questions, and explain what they see on the skeleton. It has sparked curiosity, inspired future career interests, and made our classroom feel more like a real medical learning space.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students—especially those from under-resourced backgrounds—this is their first opportunity to work with authentic scientific tools like this. Your support helps level the playing field and ensures they have access to the same high-quality resources found in college and professional medical programs.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and investing in their education. Your kindness has truly helped bring anatomy to life in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1764619622676,"projectUrl":"project/bring-anatomy-to-life-with-a-classroom-s/9749493/","projectTitle":"Bring Anatomy to Life with a Classroom Skeleton","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Valerie Eddy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9694364_orig.png?crop=290,290,x70,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724208123059","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eddyteach"},{"teacherId":9694364,"projectId":9867440,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project, \"Powering Science: Batteries for Student Lab Equipment.\" Because of you, my students now have reliable tools to explore science in hands-on, meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nWith your donation, my students are able to power their lab equipment, conduct real experiments, and better understand how scientific concepts work in the real world. Instead of just reading about electricity and energy, they are experiencing it firsthand. This has made our lessons more engaging, exciting, and impactful.\r\n\r\nMany of my students have never had access to this type of equipment before. Your kindness has helped level the playing field and given them the confidence to think like scientists, ask questions, and solve problems.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, you have shown my students that people believe in them and care about their education. That encouragement means more than you may ever know.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and myself, thank you for helping us power learning and inspire future scientists.","fullyFundedDate":1762215615389,"projectUrl":"project/powering-science-batteries-for-student/9867440/","projectTitle":"Powering Science: Batteries for Student Lab Equipment","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Valerie Eddy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9694364_orig.png?crop=290,290,x70,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724208123059","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eddyteach"},{"teacherId":218083,"projectId":9908169,"letterContent":"When the supplies arrived, my students were honestly shocked. Many of them couldn't believe that people they've never met would donate to them in the middle of the school year just to support their learning. The red Flair pens, paper, and ink refills were put to use almost immediately as students created visual representations connected to the novel we are currently reading. They used the materials to map out themes, characters, and important moments from the story, and it added a level of excitement and pride to their work that you could feel in the room. Even the bathroom pass holders made an impact, students love being able to simply grab a pass and go instead of waiting for me to stop instruction to write one out.\r\n\r\nThese materials will continue to support our classroom well beyond this unit. We plan to keep using them for upcoming novels, writing activities, and creative projects throughout the rest of the year. Having reliable supplies means we can spend more time learning, discussing, and creating instead of worrying about what we're missing. Thank you so much for giving my students a peek at what generosity looks like and for helping keep our classroom running strong. Your support truly makes a difference every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1768586313276,"projectUrl":"project/mid-year-classroom-recharge/9908169/","projectTitle":"Mid-Year Classroom Recharge!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Zenzano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp218083_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707322997462","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/218083"},{"teacherId":9694364,"projectId":9839564,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for your generous support of our \"Fuel for Future Medical Scientists\" project. Thanks to your contribution, my Medical Interventions students now have access to lunch lab snacks that allow them to stay energized, focused, and fully engaged during our hands-on learning experiences. In a course where students rotate through complex, career-connected activities—ranging from DNA extraction and gel electrophoresis to suturing and laparoscopic simulation—having proper nutrition is essential. Hunger and low energy can quickly disrupt concentration and learning, but your donation ensures that every student can participate fully in each lab, giving them the best opportunity to succeed.\r\n\r\nMedical Interventions is not just another science class; it is a bridge between high school academics and real-world medical careers. In this course, students explore patient case studies, practice diagnostic techniques, and simulate clinical procedures, including vital signs measurement, microbiology experiments, and surgical skill exercises. Each lab requires precision, critical thinking, and collaboration. When students are hungry, it becomes harder for them to maintain focus and perform delicate tasks. Your support directly impacts their ability to stay attentive, complete intricate experiments, and gain confidence in skills that are foundational for careers in medicine, nursing, biomedical research, and allied health professions.\r\n\r\nMany of my students come from diverse and often underserved backgrounds, and for some, school-provided lunch is their only reliable source of nutrition during the day. By providing lunch lab snacks, you are removing a barrier that could otherwise limit their engagement and learning. You are ensuring equity in our classroom, so that every student, regardless of background, has the energy to think critically, work collaboratively, and excel in hands-on, career-focused learning. Your contribution empowers students to focus on learning, developing technical skills, and exploring their passion for healthcare, rather than worrying about hunger or fatigue.\r\n\r\nBeyond the immediate physical benefit, these snacks also support the mental and emotional well-being of my students. Hands-on labs in Medical Interventions are challenging and sometimes require fine motor skills, patience, and careful decision-making. When students are well-fed and comfortable, they are more confident, collaborative, and resilient. They are more likely to ask questions, engage in peer discussion, and tackle difficult tasks with persistence. In short, your gift doesn't just fuel their bodies—it fuels their curiosity, creativity, and drive to learn.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, my students are gaining not only academic knowledge but also a deeper appreciation for what it means to work in healthcare. They are learning the importance of preparation, focus, and attention to detail—skills that will serve them throughout their lives and careers. Each bite they take during a lab session represents your belief in their potential and your investment in the next generation of healthcare professionals. You are helping students stay energized as they practice suturing techniques, manipulate laparoscopic instruments, analyze patient case studies, and explore the many facets of modern medicine.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for supporting our classroom and our students. Your donation has a direct and lasting impact: it keeps my students engaged, nourished, and ready to explore the medical field with curiosity, confidence, and passion. Together, we are inspiring and preparing future doctors, nurses, researchers, and healthcare leaders—one snack, one lab, and one student at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1763498166821,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-for-future-medical-scientists-lunc/9839564/","projectTitle":"Fuel for Future Medical Scientists: Lunch Lab Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Valerie Eddy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9694364_orig.png?crop=290,290,x70,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724208123059","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eddyteach"},{"teacherId":9694364,"projectId":9712333,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and providing our students with suture kits for our medical science course. Your generosity has had an immediate and meaningful impact on their learning.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students now have the opportunity to practice hands-on clinical skills that help them understand what real medical professionals do. Many of my students dream of becoming nurses, physicians, EMTs, and medical assistants, and this project gave them their first experience performing skills they've only ever seen in textbooks or on screens.\r\n\r\nThe suturing activity has helped them:\r\n\r\nDevelop fine motor skills and confidence with medical tools\r\n\r\nStrengthen problem-solving and hand-eye coordination\r\n\r\nUnderstand the importance of precision, patience, and sterile technique\r\n\r\nSee themselves as future healthcare providers\r\n\r\nFor many of my students—especially those from a Title I community—opportunities like this are rare. Your support created a moment where they felt capable, empowered, and excited about their futures. I watched students who are usually hesitant take risks, try, fail, try again, and succeed. Their pride was unmistakable.\r\n\r\nYour donation didn't just provide materials; it provided inspiration. You've made our classroom a place where students can explore real medical pathways and gain the confidence to pursue careers that can change their lives and their communities.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in them, and for helping me bring meaningful, hands-on medical learning to Pittsburg High School.","fullyFundedDate":1758567664850,"projectUrl":"project/helping-future-medical-professionals-pra/9712333/","projectTitle":"Helping Future Medical Professionals Practice Suturing Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Valerie Eddy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9694364_orig.png?crop=290,290,x70,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724208123059","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eddyteach"},{"teacherId":9806689,"projectId":9078979,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Science Night Club. Your generosity has brought hands-on science to life for so many young learners in our community. Because of you, students who might never see themselves as scientists are building, experimenting, questioning, and discovering with genuine excitement.\r\n\r\nOur club is one of the highlights of their week. They rush in eager to explore, to get messy, and to learn alongside their peers. The materials you helped fund have allowed us to create moments of wonder; kids gasping when a reaction changes color, cheering when an experiment works, and asking thoughtful questions long after the activity ends.\r\n\r\nYour support doesn't just fund supplies; it builds confidence, curiosity, and a love for science that these students will carry with them. You've helped create a space where they feel empowered, welcomed, and proud of what they can do.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our club, our students, and the magic that happens when young minds get to explore the world through science.","fullyFundedDate":1746785945458,"projectUrl":"project/science-night-supplies/9078979/","projectTitle":"Science Night Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9806689"},{"teacherId":423332,"projectId":9433771,"letterContent":"My students have been doing so much with the micro!bits, and learning about programming has become very much REAL for them now!\r\n\r\nCurrently they are testing their latest creations: sensory-reflex \"game\" tests made with the micro!bits. However, they aren't testing by themselves - they are working with the Anatomy and Physiology classes to run trials, get significant data, and review datalogging. \r\n\r\nThey are learning so much more than was possible with just seeing text on screen - allowing them to record data about height differentials when a micro!bit is dropped and caught (in a pool noodle), as well as making a multi-button color-to-number match, a \"flappy birds\" style game that uses the internal gyro, and more! \r\n\r\nThank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1754345584735,"projectUrl":"project/microbits-for-my-students/9433771/","projectTitle":"Microbits for My Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Traub","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp423332_orig.jpg?crop=464,464,x682,y464&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745112734248","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/423332"},{"teacherId":9806689,"projectId":9516545,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom. Your generosity made such a big difference right from day one. As soon as the supplies arrived, my students were so excited; they immediately started exploring everything, asking questions, and claiming materials for their notebooks and projects. It set such a positive tone for the year and helped them feel prepared, supported, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nWe've already used the supplies during our first labs and daily science warm-ups. One moment that stood out to me was watching a group of students proudly pull out their brand-new materials to set up their science journals. They were so focused and invested because they felt like they finally had what they needed to succeed. Seeing their confidence grow from something as simple as having organized, high-quality classroom tools reminded me why projects like this matter so much.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students a strong start to the school year. Your kindness has directly impacted their motivation and excitement for science, and I'm truly grateful. We're just getting started, and these materials will carry us into so many meaningful labs, projects, and hands-on moments ahead.","fullyFundedDate":1755741467520,"projectUrl":"project/great-start-to-a-new-school-year/9516545/","projectTitle":"Great start to a new school year","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9806689"},{"teacherId":9694364,"projectId":9838935,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Biomedical Science students! Your generous donation of headphones and sanitizing wipes has made a meaningful difference in both our learning and our safety.\r\n\r\nThe headphones are being used in our hearing lab and other sound-based lessons, allowing students to focus and collect accurate data during their experiments. The sanitizing wipes help us keep our shared equipment clean, which is especially important in a medical pathway classroom where students learn about hygiene and infection control.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students can safely and effectively explore how the ear works and experience the same careful lab practices used by real healthcare professionals. Your kindness helps them learn, grow, and feel valued every day.","fullyFundedDate":1761687092807,"projectUrl":"project/listen-and-learn-exploring-hearing-thro/9838935/","projectTitle":"Listen and Learn: Exploring Hearing Through Science Labs!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Valerie Eddy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9694364_orig.png?crop=290,290,x70,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724208123059","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eddyteach"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_4176","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":3532,"numTeachers":158,"percentFrplEligible":62,"percentAsian":7,"percentBlack":17,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":65,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"22.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":77.0,"schoolId":4176,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Pittsburg High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Pittsburg High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/pittsburg-unified-school-district/pittsburg-high-school/4176"}