{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Santa Ynez Valley Union High School","outOfStateSupporters":10.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9894675,"projectId":10440093,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous gift! NATIVE SON by Richard Wright is an eye-opening, provocative account of the racism in America that led to Civil Rights, and the text will help my students see the trials and tribulations of Black Americans at that time. \r\n\r\nBecause our English Department is on a tight budget, your gift allows the class to have access to a book that they normally wouldn't read. Further, the book will open up avenues of reading, writing and presentation opportunities that will enhance their academic skills.","fullyFundedDate":1786047106476,"projectUrl":"project/the-road-to-civil-rights/10440093/","projectTitle":"The Road to Civil Rights","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Shattuck","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9894675"},{"teacherId":10578902,"projectId":10453639,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our PE program. The students loved our Around the World activity! They rotated from country to country completing different activities and challenges along the way. It was great seeing them moving, staying active, and having fun with their classmates.\r\n\r\nThe new equipment was a huge hit and definitely helped keep the students motivated. Even on a hot day, they were moving, smiling, and excited to see what the next station had for them. We are looking forward to using the equipment for more activities like this throughout the year.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting our students and helping make PE fun!","fullyFundedDate":1786378269110,"projectUrl":"project/around-the-world-movement/10453639/","projectTitle":"Around the World Movement","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ibsen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10578902_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786387785442","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10578902"},{"teacherId":9048111,"projectId":10175314,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation. It affords my students the opportunity to read new literature. Engagement in literature is so important to develop life long readers. Reading, as I am sure you know, is such an essential skill to teach students empathy.\r\n\r\nI am excited to see how students react and engage with this text. I hope this text provides my students with a window into another person's life.\r\n\r\nYour continued support of teachers in our area really helps us provide meaningful reading materials for our students. Thank you for that.","fullyFundedDate":1775080800227,"projectUrl":"project/novel-study-infinite-country/10175314/","projectTitle":"Novel Study: Infinite Country","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cathcart","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9048111"},{"teacherId":3745207,"projectId":10028637,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your contribution to my classroom library. The books you helped us purchase have been popular with the students, and have added to the breadth and diversity of the literature to which they are exposed. \r\nHaving access to a wide variety of novels is essential for building empathy, vocabulary, and knowledge, and students are much more likely to have buy-in when they are given a choice of what to read. Being able to go to the shelf in the back of my classroom and then put a book directly into the hands of a student is a critical first step in getting a student to connect with a piece of literature, and it also helps to build relationships.\r\nThank you for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1768952044743,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-seniors/10028637/","projectTitle":"Books for Seniors","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reck","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3745207_orig.jpg?crop=1111,1111,x2161,y476&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553554305485","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mustangsread"},{"teacherId":4815859,"projectId":9896842,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom book fund! Because of you, my 9th grade English students now have access to shared class texts that we will use all year long. Having these books in their hands helps students feel included, prepared, and excited to read and it makes our classroom learning stronger every single day.\r\n\r\nYour contribution supports more than just our class; it helps build community literacy and ensures that students have access to meaningful, engaging texts throughout the year. Many of my students depend on school resources to experience literature, and your generosity opens the door for deeper conversations, stronger reading skills, and a genuine love of stories.\r\n\r\nThank you for always supporting my classroom and our students here at Santa Ynez High!","fullyFundedDate":1764692219598,"projectUrl":"project/ready-readers/9896842/","projectTitle":"Ready Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pendry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4815859_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755525021267","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrspendrysclass"},{"teacherId":10113469,"projectId":9540381,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for your generous donation of bar-height tables to my classroom. Your support has made a truly meaningful difference in both the physical space and the learning experience of my students, and I cannot thank you enough for your investment in our classroom community.\r\n\r\nOne of the primary goals of this project was to create a learning environment that is more accessible, engaging, and responsive to student needs. The addition of the bar-height tables has dramatically improved the visibility and accessibility of my instructional monitors and teaching materials, allowing all students to more easily follow lessons and stay engaged. The new layout is not only more visually appealing, but it also feels intentional and welcoming—transforming the classroom into a space where students are encouraged to participate, collaborate, and take ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nBeyond the aesthetic improvements, the impact on classroom management has been significant. The new seating arrangement allows me to move more freely throughout the room, making it easier to circulate, check in with students, and provide timely support. This increased mobility has helped me better monitor student engagement, ensure students remain on task, and respond quickly when a student needs clarification or encouragement. As a result, transitions are smoother, disruptions are reduced, and instructional time is used more effectively.\r\n\r\nThe bar-height tables have also expanded the possibilities for collaboration. I now have greater flexibility in creating purposeful group work areas, whether students are working on discussions, projects, or problem-solving activities. The seating naturally encourages communication and teamwork, and students have responded positively to the opportunity to work together in a space that feels both comfortable and professional. This has fostered stronger peer interactions and a more collaborative classroom culture overall.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your donation has helped elevate the classroom into a space that supports learning at a higher level. Students have expressed appreciation for the new setup, and I have seen increased engagement and focus as a direct result. The tables have enabled me to better meet the diverse needs of my students while creating an environment that reflects high expectations and mutual respect.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and belief in the importance of thoughtful learning spaces. Your contribution has had a lasting and meaningful impact on my classroom, and it will continue to benefit students for years to come. I am deeply grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1758142002286,"projectUrl":"project/a-space-above/9540381/","projectTitle":"A Space Above","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Morrell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10113469"},{"teacherId":9894675,"projectId":9709072,"letterContent":"Thanks so much for providing the materials for the junior project, \"Hamlet in the 21st Century.\" Students learned a lot of new vocabulary along with a lot of writing skills. They learned how to craft thesis statements, and they learned how to support claims with textual evidence. Further, the enjoyed the magic of project-based learning.\r\n\r\nReading in my classroom is a party! Students were able to choose the parts they wanted to read and also act out those parts. There was a lot of cheering, laughing and learning.\r\n\r\nBecause this version of Hamlet had the modern English translations, my EL students were able to enjoy this classic play and attain new vocabulary along the way!","fullyFundedDate":1757956023511,"projectUrl":"project/hamlet-in-the-21st-century/9709072/","projectTitle":"Hamlet in the 21st Century","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Shattuck","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9894675"},{"teacherId":4815859,"projectId":9589775,"letterContent":"I'm thrilled to share that our project for a class set of Greek Mythology textbooks has been fully funded—thanks to your incredible generosity!\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my high school English students will soon be ready to dive into the epic adventures, heroic quests, and timeless lessons that have shaped literature, art, and pop culture for thousands of years. These stories do more than entertain—they help students recognize how ancient myths still live on in the books they read, the movies they watch, and even the stories they create themselves.\r\n\r\nYour gift makes it possible for us to explore these classic tales together, keeping their magic and meaning alive in our classroom for years to come. From my students and from me—thank you for believing in the power of stories and in the joy of learning.","fullyFundedDate":1755787123978,"projectUrl":"project/greek-mythology-mania/9589775/","projectTitle":"Greek Mythology Mania","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pendry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4815859_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755525021267","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrspendrysclass"},{"teacherId":4815859,"projectId":9580378,"letterContent":"This tool will make a tremendous difference in our high school English classroom. With the document camera, I'll be able to project and annotate texts in real time—whether we're examining a passage from a novel, revising a student's essay, or analyzing the structure of an argument together. Having the entire class focused on the same material creates a shared learning experience that's both engaging and accessible for all types of learners.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, this technology makes the writing process visible. My students will be able to watch edits, revisions, and literary analysis unfold right before their eyes, giving them a clearer sense of how strong writing and critical thinking develop step by step. It also allows for more meaningful collaboration and peer feedback—helping students grow as writers and thinkers.\r\n\r\nThank you for recognizing the importance of tools that make learning active, interactive, and inclusive. Your support ensures that my students can engage deeply with texts and with one another every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1755699234711,"projectUrl":"project/writing-demonstration-determination/9580378/","projectTitle":"Writing Demonstration Determination","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pendry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4815859_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755525021267","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrspendrysclass"},{"teacherId":9893678,"projectId":9542614,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation. The new classroom supplies—pens, poster paper, sticky notes, glue sticks, and dry erase materials—have made a powerful impact on our 9th grade Health and AVID students. These tools have supported collaboration during our Body Systems project, allowed students to confidently engage in peer tutorials, and encouraged creativity in our mental health units. The ability to express complex topics like mental illness through colorful visuals has helped students share their ideas without fear or stigma. The new pens, especially, have allowed their voices and ideas to shine—rather than be limited by a lack of materials.\r\nThese supplies have also helped us build a more positive and supportive classroom culture. I use sticky notes to leave affirmations on student desks, and students have started doing the same, spreading kindness and gratitude among their peers. Life-sized posters, interactive notebooks filled with mental health resources, and confident student presentations are all made possible by your support. Your generosity has not only enhanced learning but has empowered students to express themselves, support one another, and grow in confidence. The impact will extend far beyond our classroom—into their futures and the lives they touch.","fullyFundedDate":1755876429219,"projectUrl":"project/life-sized-poster-representation-of-the/9542614/","projectTitle":"Life Sized Poster Representation of the Human Body Systems","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9893678_orig.jpg?crop=250,250,x0,y8&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759958616311","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9893678"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_40032","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":729,"numTeachers":47,"percentFrplEligible":34,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":44,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":49,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":4,"gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"15.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":89.4,"schoolId":40032,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Santa Ynez Valley Union High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Santa Ynez Valley Union High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/santa-ynez-valley-union-hsd/santa-ynez-valley-union-high-school/40032"}