{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Santa Clara High School","outOfStateSupporters":14.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9192364,"projectId":10482873,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of snacks! While it may seem like a small thing, these snacks make a big difference for our students, especially those who visit our wellness center regularly. Some students miss breakfast or simply need a little something to get them through the school day. Having snacks available gives them something to eat so they can focus in class until lunch. We appreciate your kindness and support in helping us take care of our students and making sure they know they have a safe place to turn when they need a little extra help.","fullyFundedDate":1787165081433,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-school-wellness-center/10482873/","projectTitle":"Snacks for School Wellness Center","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jhoanna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9192364_orig.png?crop=940,940,x146,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693028605293","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9192364"},{"teacherId":2165645,"projectId":10679857,"letterContent":"Our classroom appreciates your huge donation for our PE supplies. The shoulder folders have already been used in our class. \r\n\r\nMounting information sleeves at shoulder height places disc golf key hole data directly in a player's natural line of sight. Players can confirm location quickly and efficiently. On courses with multiple pin locations per hole, shoulder folders allow crew to swap out inserts so the displayed map shows the exact active pin location for that day's round.\r\n\r\n\r\nAlthough we were unable to receive the disc bags, we are currently looking for replacements and appreciate the opportunity to select them.","fullyFundedDate":1790798907178,"projectUrl":"project/building-course-navigators-equipment-fo/10679857/","projectTitle":"Building Course Navigators: Equipment for Disc Golf Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kiyota","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2165645_orig.jpg?crop=1324,1324,x0,y172&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1775771140222","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2165645"},{"teacherId":6706391,"projectId":10511746,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous gift of pickleball equipment to Santa Clara High School Physical Education! Because of you, students in our community now have the paddles and balls they need to step onto the court and learn the game.\r\n\r\nSince your equipment arrived, our courts have been buzzing with energy. The students continue to make positive comments regarding the quality of the paddles. Students have mentioned they feel light weight and effective when hitting the ball.\r\n\r\nYou made this all possible. Thank you for championing our students and sharing your love for the game.","fullyFundedDate":1787193587148,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-students-active-pickleball-pt/10511746/","projectTitle":"Keeping Students Active: Pickleball (pt.2)","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bumbaca","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6706391_orig.jpg?crop=1179,1179,x0,y55&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756842152164","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/coachbumbaca"},{"teacherId":6706391,"projectId":10458922,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous gift of pickleball equipment to Santa Clara High School Physical Education! Because of you, students in our community now have the paddles and balls they need to step onto the court and learn the game.\r\n\r\nSince your equipment arrived, our courts have been buzzing with energy. The students continue to make positive comments regarding the quality of the paddles. Students have mentioned they feel light weight and effective when hitting the ball.\r\n\r\nYou made this all possible. Thank you for championing our students and sharing your love for the game.","fullyFundedDate":1787162252924,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-students-active-with-the-fastest/10458922/","projectTitle":"Keeping Students Active with the Fastest Growing Paddle Sport: Pickleball","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bumbaca","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6706391_orig.jpg?crop=1179,1179,x0,y55&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756842152164","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/coachbumbaca"},{"teacherId":2165645,"projectId":10518820,"letterContent":"Disc golf is easily modified for varying athletic skill levels and students with physical or cognitive disabilities. Adjusting tee distances or target placements allows every student to experience success and build confidence.\r\n\r\nBecause municipal disc golf courses in public parks are almost universally free to play, teaching students the sport gives them access to a cost-free recreational activity they can enjoy with friends and family outside of school.\r\n\r\nUnlike high-impact or contact sports that students often abandon after graduation, disc golf is low-impact, highly accessible, and easy to play throughout adulthood. It provides an inclusive alternative for non-traditional athletes and students who do not thrive in standard team sports like basketball or football.","fullyFundedDate":1788315518677,"projectUrl":"project/disc-golf-launching-a-lifetime-sport-fo/10518820/","projectTitle":"Disc Golf: Launching a Lifetime Sport for Everyone","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kiyota","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2165645_orig.jpg?crop=1324,1324,x0,y172&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1775771140222","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2165645"},{"teacherId":6706391,"projectId":10094868,"letterContent":"I am writing to sincerely thank you for your generous donation of the benches, jersey pennies, and medicine balls. Because of your kindness, I was able to provide sufficient equipment for student learning in our weight training program. This support relieves a huge financial burden, allowing me to focus completely on the education of my students. I could not have reached this milestone without your belief in my potential. Thank you again for your generosity and for investing in the future of students. You are making a direct, positive impact on students.\r\n\r\nWith deepest gratitude,\r\nMs. Bumbaca","fullyFundedDate":1771469672929,"projectUrl":"project/developing-student-leadership-through-te/10094868/","projectTitle":"Developing Student Leadership Through Team Sports & Strength Training","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bumbaca","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6706391_orig.jpg?crop=1179,1179,x0,y55&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756842152164","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/coachbumbaca"},{"teacherId":2165645,"projectId":10187092,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and our class, I want to express my deepest gratitude for your generous contribution to our Unified PE program. The arrival of the mini badminton racquets has truly transformed our class into a space of inclusion, excitement, and genuine success.\r\n\r\nUnified Physical Education is a unique environment where students with and without disabilities train and play together. Before your donation, many of our students struggled with standard-sized racquets, which are often too heavy or too long for those with limited mobility or coordination challenges.\r\n\r\nBy providing mini racquets, you've leveled the playing field. These smaller, lightweight tools are:\r\nEasier to Maneuver: Allowing students to develop better hand-eye coordination.\r\nLess Intimidating: Helping beginners build confidence quickly.\r\nPerfectly Scaled: Ensuring that every student, regardless of their physical ability, can experience the \"snap\" of a successful hit.\r\n\r\nThe energy in the room shifted the moment we unboxed the new gear. I watched as one of my students, who usually stays on the sidelines due to the weight of traditional equipment, engaged in a full rally with their peer partner. The smile on their face after their first overhead smash was a direct result of having the right equipment for their needs. Your support has turned 'I can't' into 'Look at this!' in our class.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our badminton unit has become the highlight of the semester. My students are learning more than just sports skills; they are learning about teamwork, patience, and the power of an inclusive community.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for investing in a future where every child—regardless of ability—gets to play the game.","fullyFundedDate":1777226359892,"projectUrl":"project/leveling-the-playing-field-small-racque/10187092/","projectTitle":"Leveling the Playing Field: Small Racquets, Big Wins!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kiyota","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2165645_orig.jpg?crop=1324,1324,x0,y172&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1775771140222","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2165645"},{"teacherId":4394906,"projectId":9896986,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your assistance in helping our SCHS Recycling Club have a great start to our first year! Our new recycling program was greatly assisted by the new bins for our school. We were able to begin storing our recycling safely, securing it away from pests and protecting it from weathering. Additionally, with the accessibility of wheels built into the bins, we are able to transport the bins safely and efficiently across our campus. Your donation has supported the first step of recycling at Santa Clara High School and has helped us to grow our program. \r\n\r\n\r\nMany thanks,\r\nMia Scilingo (SCHS Recycling Club President), Jayne Chen (SCHS Recycling Club Vice President), Giang Hoang (club member), and Evaline Bhandari (club member)","fullyFundedDate":1763572984640,"projectUrl":"project/recycle-rally/9896986/","projectTitle":"Recycle Rally","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Miller-Moody","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4394906"},{"teacherId":9192364,"projectId":9918114,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous contribution to our Wellness Center space. These items have made quiet the impact.\r\n\r\nFor starters....our Miffy Lamp! The second the lamp arrived arrived it was absolutely beloved. She serves many functions, far from an ordinary lamp. Some students use her as a fidget, lightly squishing the silicone body. Others carry her into different offices and/or offer gentle pats as they enter the space. It's quite endearing to see our high schoolers connect interact with this item in such a sweet way. \r\n\r\nThe canvas pencil bags and terracotta planters have been used for crafting! Wellness has hosted little activities open to the entire body. The fan favorite was succulent planting.","fullyFundedDate":1764741651981,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-decor-for-new-calming-space/9918114/","projectTitle":"Cozy Decor for New Calming Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jhoanna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9192364_orig.png?crop=940,940,x146,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693028605293","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9192364"},{"teacherId":9192364,"projectId":9762937,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous contributions to our Wellness Center, and by extension, our entire school.\r\n\r\nThe items received helped make a week-long, mental health related event possible. \r\n\r\nStudent leaders collaborated, organized, and hosted Wellness Week in November. The intention of this event is to engage peers in reducing the stigma surrounding mental health and accessing resources. \r\n\r\nHealthy snacks, such as fig bars, we given to participating students. On one day, the Terracotta planters were used to pot/plant donated succulents from our parent community. On another day, students led bracelet-making workshops. Plushies were raffled out throughout the week.\r\n\r\nThe event was a success. Our students are motivated to lead another similar event come May. Thank you for supporting our students in this endeavor.","fullyFundedDate":1761587666692,"projectUrl":"project/student-led-wellness-week-snacks-suppo/9762937/","projectTitle":"Student-Led Wellness Week: Snacks, Support, and Self-Care for All","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jhoanna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9192364_orig.png?crop=940,940,x146,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693028605293","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9192364"},{"teacherId":9192364,"projectId":9606204,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations!\r\n\r\nWith your support, I was able to purchase some items for schoolwide events. The donated dirt, for example, was used for a succulent planting workshop. During this activity, students selected a plant of their choosing and potted it after decorating their own terracotta pots. \r\n\r\nThis planting workshop was extremely popular, so thank you for helping make it possible for our student body. \r\n\r\nThe tissues/kleenex were immediately put to use as well, keeping our space comfortable for students throughout the day. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and support!","fullyFundedDate":1755716228535,"projectUrl":"project/items-for-student-wellness-peer-suppor/9606204/","projectTitle":"Items for Student Wellness & Peer Support","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jhoanna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9192364_orig.png?crop=940,940,x146,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693028605293","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9192364"},{"teacherId":9192364,"projectId":9855463,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous contribution to our project. While just two items, brought a lot of character to our space. \r\n\r\nThe octopus plushie was immediately hugged by students. It is currently a wellness center favorite, with both staff and students. Maya Octopus currently travels in between different offices during appointments and hangs out in the common area. \r\n\r\nThe rug was also incredibly helpful, helping us partition our different sections and adding a pop of color. \r\n\r\nThank you for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1761769444158,"projectUrl":"project/decor-for-new-calming-space/9855463/","projectTitle":"Decor for New Calming Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jhoanna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9192364_orig.png?crop=940,940,x146,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693028605293","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9192364"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_4957","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1527,"numTeachers":91,"percentFrplEligible":29,"percentAsian":33,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":18,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":38,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":5,"gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"16.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":85.6,"schoolId":4957,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Santa Clara High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Santa Clara High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/santa-clara-unified-school-district/santa-clara-high-school/4957"}