{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"San Dieguito High School Academy","outOfStateSupporters":21.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9817839,"projectId":9246864,"letterContent":"When the snacks and board games arrived, my students' reactions were pure excitement. They immediately started pointing out their favorites—Pop-Tarts, Cheez-Its, and the new board games—and brainstorming when we could use them. Having these resources in the classroom has already created a sense of anticipation and joy around our homeroom time. One memorable moment was when we first brought out Hues and Cues; students who don't normally talk much in class jumped in enthusiastically, laughing and connecting with their classmates.\r\n\r\nThese resources are doing exactly what we hoped: giving students daily incentives to be present and opportunities to bond with each other. The snacks are simple but powerful—just the right encouragement to participate or a small way to brighten a student's day. The games are helping us build a culture where students feel comfortable, welcomed, and excited to come together.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to make these resources a regular part of homeroom. Whether it's celebrating milestones, rewarding participation, or just taking a moment to connect as a community, these snacks and games are helping us create the strong, positive classroom culture that homeroom is meant to foster. Thank you for giving my students something to look forward to every day.","fullyFundedDate":1744648325119,"projectUrl":"project/homeroom-community-building-supplies/9246864/","projectTitle":"Homeroom Community Building Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lampert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9817839"},{"teacherId":3141822,"projectId":9372593,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in donating to my classroom project! This year I welcomed 101 students into my classroom and we've hit the ground running. Thanks in part to the supplies you helped provide, my students have felt prepared and ready for a new school year. I love that I can dole out folders and pencils as needed. \r\n\r\nThis is my 17th year as an educator, and I still love the fresh start of a new school year. Thank you for helping to make this year special and for helping me feel supported as a teacher.","fullyFundedDate":1748122256970,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-supplies/9372593/","projectTitle":"Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3141822"},{"teacherId":9521126,"projectId":8558631,"letterContent":"The new resources have transformed our sensory room into a calming, supportive space for students who are experiencing anxiety or need a break to regulate. The bean bags and pillows have been the biggest hit! Students frequently use them during individual check-ins, sensory breaks, or as a safe place to regroup before returning to class. One student who typically struggles to stay in class was able to take a short break in a bean bag, focus on deep breathing, and return to class much more regulated and ready to learn. These moments are small but incredibly meaningful. When students first walked into the updated space, their faces lit up. Many of them immediately went for the bean bags and pillows and just melted into them. One student exclaimed, \"This is exactly what I needed today!\" It was clear from the start that these items were going to make a real difference in their ability to manage stress and recharge during the school day. Right now, we're focusing on building self-regulation and coping skills. Students are learning to recognize their stress responses and choose tools from the sensory room that help them feel better—whether that's a cozy corner with pillows, a calming fidget, or just a quiet space to breathe. As they continue practicing these skills, they're becoming more confident in managing their emotions and advocating for what they need.","fullyFundedDate":1723468095071,"projectUrl":"project/relax-and-thrive-our-calming-room-for-s/8558631/","projectTitle":"Relax and Thrive: Our Calming Room for Student Well-Being","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Janessa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9521126"},{"teacherId":3141822,"projectId":9387871,"letterContent":"Thank you for your contribution to my classroom. I am so very grateful for the support of our community. As I begin my 17th year in education, I am struck by the fact that I'm still learning, still growing, and still discovering how to be a better teacher for my 101 students this semester. \r\n\r\nIt is always my goal to be a positive presence in my students' lives, and having a safe and comfortable classroom with supplies that I can offer my students has a lot to do with that! Thank you so much for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1748757946459,"projectUrl":"project/class-supplies/9387871/","projectTitle":"Class Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3141822"},{"teacherId":3928862,"projectId":9223312,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our 2025 College Signing Day celebration. Your generous donations made it possible to provide meaningful decorations and tasty snacks that transformed the event into something truly special for our AVID seniors. Many of our AVID students are the first in their families to attend college, and your contribution allowed us to celebrate their hard work and accomplishments with the honor they deserve. The bright banners, festive balloons, and cheerful atmosphere helped make the day feel like a milestone they will never forget.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our students were able to gather in a welcoming, joyful space where they proudly announced their college commitments. For many of them, this was the first time they were publicly recognized for their academic achievements, and the celebration gave them confidence that their dreams are not only valid but also worth celebrating. \r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful that you chose to invest in these students' futures. Your support not only honored their accomplishments in the moment but also reminded them that there are people beyond our school walls who believe in them. Thank you for helping us show our students that their journeys matter and that they have a whole community cheering them on as they take their next big steps.","fullyFundedDate":1744756882224,"projectUrl":"project/2025-college-signing-day/9223312/","projectTitle":"2025 College Signing Day","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pimentel Magnuson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3928862_orig.png?crop=504,504,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1646262714121","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ruthmagnuson"},{"teacherId":3141822,"projectId":9257075,"letterContent":"As I begin my 17th year in education, I am again feeling so lucky for a fresh start and a new year. I am so grateful for your support and excited to use these dozens of books and mobile book card with our Multi Lingual Learners at SDA. \r\n\r\nSchool starts tomorrow, and I'm rushing around to keep things organized and make my classroom feel welcoming. These items that you helped buy for my room will be used daily to help students improve their reading skills and move towards becoming reclassified as English Language Learners. \r\n\r\nThank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1745439718642,"projectUrl":"project/mobile-eld-library-for-hardworking-high/9257075/","projectTitle":"Mobile Eld Library for Hardworking High Schoolers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3141822"},{"teacherId":1198634,"projectId":8908961,"letterContent":"The AP Physics 2 class has been using electronic kits to explore simple resistor-only circuits before progressing to more complex RC circuits. \r\n\r\nBefore we had these kits, students relied solely on simulations to study RC circuits. Now, with hands-on experimentation, they can compare simulated and real-world circuits, deepening their understanding of the differences between \"ideal\" and \"real\" systems. It was exciting to see the discussions this sparked in class. \r\n\r\nHaving enough kits for pairs—rather than groups of four—meant that every student had the opportunity to build and test circuits themselves. The excitement was palpable as they unpacked their kits, eager to dive in. \r\n\r\nSo far, we've used these kits for both labs and assessments, and we plan to incorporate them into the end-of-year project. Students are already brainstorming ways to integrate them with Arduinos to create innovative projects. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your generous donation for supporting this learning community :)","fullyFundedDate":1733502793989,"projectUrl":"project/physics-fun-as-you-learn/8908961/","projectTitle":"Physics Fun As You Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. AGASHE","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1198634"},{"teacherId":9821691,"projectId":8913037,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for providing these items to our wellness space. We curated a room where students can go and and feel safe, get regulated and get needed intervention. Having cozy seat, weighted stuffed animals, coloring books and fidgets helps make all of this possible!\r\n\r\nThis wellness room is the beginning of a refurbishment of our entire Counseling space. Due to the increased need for mental health interventions, we hope this room is the beginning of event more impact and opportunities for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1730750150319,"projectUrl":"project/foundation-support-for-the-counseling-de/8913037/","projectTitle":"Foundation Support for the Counseling Department","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Givens","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9821691"},{"teacherId":9817839,"projectId":8906310,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our classroom! Thanks to your support, we now have self-soothing materials and engaging, screen-free alternatives that have quickly become a cherished part of our daily routine. The stuffed dogs are used every day, providing comfort and joy to students who need a calming moment. It's heartwarming to see their visible excitement when I remind them they can color or read books once they've finished their work.\r\n\r\nThese resources have not only helped reduce screen time but also created a more supportive and focused learning environment. Your generosity has truly made a meaningful impact, and I am deeply grateful for your kindness and belief in the power of education.","fullyFundedDate":1730134986943,"projectUrl":"project/comfort-items-and-non-technology-enterta/8906310/","projectTitle":"Comfort Items and Non-Technology Entertainment Items","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lampert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9817839"},{"teacherId":6367943,"projectId":8913589,"letterContent":"The project went so well! The kids loved making circuits and had a great time with hands on activities. They built real world circuits. They then had to explain how it works and how those circuits are used in the real world. All thanks to you!\r\n\r\nSome examples of student projects were traffic lights, night lights, laser security alarms, and police lights. The students worked in teams of 4 to make the projects. They then presented these projects to the class using a Google Slide Show. 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