{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Hoover High School","outOfStateSupporters":26.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10302776,"projectId":9850009,"letterContent":"The project had students designing a conceptual pathway of patterned bricks to pave the walkway to a bridge they will also design and build. In years past many student got stuck on the design aspect of the project. Students had to share materials and sort of compete for the tiles they wanted to use, or wait for some students to finish. With the additional tiles you were able to provide through your donation, students were free to create. More students got to engage in the creative process. They were free to begin the mathematical processes sooner and with more confidence. Later in the project they calculated the cost of materials to build the pathway with a given set of prices for the blocks and operate within specific budget limitations. Over the years my class set of calculators had really taken a beating, and students were having to share calculators. Thanks to your donation we were able to provide calculators on a 1 to 1 ratio resulting in an increase in productivity and understanding of their lesson.\r\n\r\nWhen we did the second part of this design, in years past we used wood glue and students were severely limited in how much work they could compete in class as they waited for glue to dry. Thanks to your donation we were able to transition to using hot glue guns instead. This reduced the build time because the hot glue cures so much faster than wood glue. Kids were excited to complete their designs and my level of understanding and completion went up. It also gave me a greater opportunity to support students in need of assistance and remediation.","fullyFundedDate":1763612503636,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-pathway-and-bridge-building-pro/9850009/","projectTitle":"Hands-on Pathway and Bridge Building Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ulloa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10302776_orig.jpg?crop=2407,2408,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761020628366","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10302776"},{"teacherId":3373825,"projectId":9697679,"letterContent":"Over the last few weeks, my students and I have started working with the Cricut Maker to learn how it works and what it can do. We started by using some of the free templates provided and cutting them out of the sample vinyl materials that came with the machine. \r\n\r\nSeeing the Cricut working for the first time was an interesting experience for the students. \"It looks like it is moving around a lot and nothing is happening?\" Once it was finish cutting and we took the excess material off, they were impressed by how detailed and precise the cutting is. \r\n\r\nNow that we have an understanding of what it can do and how to use it, the students' creative juices are flowing! We have used it to cut out stickers, iron-on vinyl for t-shirts, and plan to use it to cut small, heart shaped pictures that we can put into heart lockets and sell them for Valentine's Day. So excited to see what they will create next!","fullyFundedDate":1761929283272,"projectUrl":"project/creativity-in-every-cut-empowering-stud/9697679/","projectTitle":"Creativity in Every Cut: Empowering Students with a Cricut Maker","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Wetzel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3373825_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450312122299","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-wetzel"},{"teacherId":1467989,"projectId":9758455,"letterContent":"We would like to extend our sincere thanks for your generous donation supporting club art projects and for providing materials for the IT Girls Club at Hoover High School. Your contribution has directly enhanced our students' learning experiences by giving them access to creative and technical resources that encourage innovation, collaboration, and self-expression. Because of your support, students are able to explore new ideas, build practical skills, and engage more deeply in both artistic and technology-focused activities. We are truly grateful for your commitment to our students and for investing in programs that empower them to learn, create, and grow.","fullyFundedDate":1758832571938,"projectUrl":"project/creative-bonding/9758455/","projectTitle":"Creative Bonding","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Towers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1467989_orig.jpg?crop=600,600,x138,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1634681428320","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1467989"},{"teacherId":8798607,"projectId":9734296,"letterContent":"We have had some really positive and deep conversations around personal experiences with stuttering, self reflection and reframing. We have reconsidered avoidances and opened our minds to the benefits of being someone who stutters. The book study has also brought some levity and lightheartedness through its cartoons and character or Franky Banky. Thank you for your support of our book study with high school students who stutter and attend speech therapy. It has added a richness and interest to our therapy appointments.","fullyFundedDate":1758660608791,"projectUrl":"project/students-who-stutter-empowered/9734296/","projectTitle":"Students Who Stutter Empowered","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Phillips","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8798607_orig.jpg?crop=2274,2274,x0,y159&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1665673317106","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8798607"},{"teacherId":9841628,"projectId":9749304,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding our Project. Your support helped 108 students have an individual calculator when inside the classroom. Students were able to work in teams to deepen their understanding in trigonometry and similarity through our Height of the Building Project. Students went outside to get measurements and learned to use a clinometer to figure out the angle of elevation of a building and then came back inside to calculate the height of their assigned building. They learned how to use the trigonometric functions in the calculator and were able to be more productive as they did not have to share calculators. \r\n\r\nThe effect of your support is still present in the classroom, since students are now trading in their phones for an assigned calculator. This allows students to take a break from their screens and place their full focus on learning the assigned material. Having each student have an individual calculator also increases their practice on the mathematical assignment as well as students are continuing to build their skills on how to use a calculator.","fullyFundedDate":1758733669594,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-calculator-set/9749304/","projectTitle":"Classroom Calculator Set","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moreno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9841628_orig.png?crop=521,522,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733187630221","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9841628"},{"teacherId":7140156,"projectId":9837673,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting \"Turning Science Lessons into Playtime Adventures.\" Your generosity has made a real difference in my classroom.\r\n\r\nThese new games—like the fidgets, memory puzzles, and drawing tablets—have had an immediate and positive impact on my students. Many my middle students need movement, creativity, and hands-on activities to stay focused. Thanks to you, they now have tools that help them regulate their energy, calm their minds, and stay engaged during science lessons.\r\n\r\nThis project has truly improved our classroom environment. Students are more attentive, more motivated, and more willing to participate. The drawing tablets allow them to sketch ideas and models without feeling stressed about mistakes. The memory puzzles help build concentration and problem-solving skills. And the fidgets give students a quiet way to stay regulated during challenging tasks.\r\n\r\nYour support has transformed our science room into a space where learning feels active, welcoming, and fun. We are so grateful for your kindness and belief in our students.","fullyFundedDate":1762923665327,"projectUrl":"project/turning-science-lessons-into-playtime-ad/9837673/","projectTitle":"Turning Science Lessons into Playtime Adventures","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sanchez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7140156_orig.jpg?crop=1512,1512,x255,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1582853974236","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7140156"},{"teacherId":7140156,"projectId":9768049,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting \"Visualizing Invisible Sound Waves With Soap Films.\" Because of your generosity, my students will get to see sound in a way that feels magical and unforgettable.\r\n\r\nWith the bubble soap, speakers, and bubble wands you funded, my students will watch how sound vibrations create waves and patterns in soap films—something that normally stays invisible. These hands-on moments help my students, many of whom are English learners, truly understand abstract physics ideas by experiencing them directly.\r\n\r\nYour support gives my students access to creative, real-life science experiences that spark curiosity, confidence, and joy. We are so grateful for your help in making our classroom a place where everyone can explore, wonder, and learn.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and in the power of engaging science.","fullyFundedDate":1760630023676,"projectUrl":"project/visualizing-invisible-sound-waves-with-s/9768049/","projectTitle":"Visualizing Invisible Sound Waves With Soap Films","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sanchez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7140156_orig.jpg?crop=1512,1512,x255,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1582853974236","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7140156"},{"teacherId":7140156,"projectId":9662675,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting Nutritious Bites for Bright Futures!\r\nYour generosity means more than you know. These snacks will help my students stay focused, energized, and ready to learn—especially during those long mornings and afternoons when they need a little boost the most.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, having access to something nutritious during the school day makes a big difference in their ability to concentrate, participate, and feel cared for. Your kindness directly supports their well-being and their learning.\r\n\r\nMy students and I are truly grateful for your support. Thank you for believing in them and for helping create a classroom where every child can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1763608157356,"projectUrl":"project/nutritious-bites-for-bright-futures/9662675/","projectTitle":"Nutritious Bites for Bright Futures","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sanchez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7140156_orig.jpg?crop=1512,1512,x255,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1582853974236","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7140156"},{"teacherId":7140156,"projectId":9733461,"letterContent":"When my students walked into the classroom and saw all the new materials laid out, they were instantly buzzing with excitement. They couldn't wait to dive in and start experimenting. The moment they realized they would be building real circuits—powered by lemons, no less—the room filled with amazed smiles and a chorus of \"Can we start now?\"\r\n\r\nWe've already begun using the LED lights and the fruit battery kits to explore how electrical circuits work. Students planned, built, tested, and improved their designs, discovering why some lemons produced brighter lights than others. This hands-on experience helped them truly understand energy transfer and what makes a circuit complete.\r\n\r\nThe kites have been a huge hit during our outdoor physics lessons. Students compared how different kite shapes responded to the wind, using real data to connect concepts like force, lift, and motion. For many of them, this was their first time experiencing physics outside in such an interactive and joyful way.\r\n\r\nThe memory chess game has become a favorite during our problem-solving stations. Students use it to practice strategic thinking, quick recall, and creative approaches to challenges. It's a fun activity that sneaks in critical-thinking skills while keeping them engaged.\r\n\r\nThanks to these resources, my students are more curious, confident, and collaborative in their learning. Our next step is to combine everything we've learned into a mini \"Energy Showcase,\" where students will use circuits, kites, and problem-solving games to explain science concepts to peers and families. Your generosity didn't just provide materials—it created meaningful learning experiences that my students will remember.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping them see and feel science in action!","fullyFundedDate":1762878583344,"projectUrl":"project/testing-stem-with-our-hands/9733461/","projectTitle":"Testing STEM With Our Hands","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sanchez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7140156_orig.jpg?crop=1512,1512,x255,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1582853974236","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7140156"},{"teacherId":7140156,"projectId":9603260,"letterContent":"When my students first saw the classroom, their smiles said it all. The plants and decorations made the room feel calm, bright, and welcoming. One student said, \"It feels so relaxing in here!\" Now, they walk in more focused and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThe snacks have also helped so much. Many students have long days, and a quick snack gives them the energy they need to keep learning and doing their best in science.\r\n\r\nThese changes have made our classroom feel like a place where everyone belongs. My students are more engaged and excited about learning physics. Thanks to your support, our classroom is not just a place to study—it's a place where curiosity and confidence grow every day.","fullyFundedDate":1758636583457,"projectUrl":"project/a-welcoming-physics-classroom-for-engage/9603260/","projectTitle":"A Welcoming Physics Classroom for Engaged Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sanchez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7140156_orig.jpg?crop=1512,1512,x255,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1582853974236","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7140156"},{"teacherId":8798607,"projectId":8910942,"letterContent":"Thanks so much for supporting access for our Extensive Support Needs classroom and students. We now have charging ports in four different classrooms to help them if an Alternative Augmentative Communication Device (iPad) comes to school with low or dead battery. Families are busy and we understand that it may get forgotten to charge an iPad overnight. But these children need their voices through their device and you helped provide that to them! So thank you for your generosity in doing so. We are forever grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1730398775513,"projectUrl":"project/extensive-support-needs-classroom-suppor/8910942/","projectTitle":"Extensive Support Needs Classroom Supports","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Phillips","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8798607_orig.jpg?crop=2274,2274,x0,y159&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1665673317106","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8798607"},{"teacherId":3373825,"projectId":9252787,"letterContent":"For students who are below grade level or have a negative relationship with Math, puzzles offer a low-risk, engaging way to experience success. Small wins through puzzles can help them see themselves as capable problem solvers, shifting their mindset and increasing their willingness to tackle academic challenges. \r\nAdditionally, by focusing on problem solving and perseverance, the puzzles help target essential skills that go beyond the classroom. These are traits that contribute to success in school, careers, and everyday challenges.\r\nI have seen students that had never engaged with class before start to participate and students that struggled and gave up increase their perseverance and willingness to keep try challenging tasks.\r\nThe biggest impacts will come as the students take their new skills beyond the classroom to the many other challenges they will face in life.","fullyFundedDate":1745709554064,"projectUrl":"project/puzzling-brain-breaks/9252787/","projectTitle":"Puzzling Brain Breaks","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Wetzel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3373825_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450312122299","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-wetzel"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_37719","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":2105,"numTeachers":91,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":12,"percentBlack":7,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":76,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"23.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":73.1,"schoolId":37719,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Hoover High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Hoover High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/san-diego-unified-school-district/hoover-high-school/37719"}