{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Pinole Valley High School","outOfStateSupporters":25.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":206838,"projectId":9898205,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of feminine hygiene kits to our school. Your support has made an immediate and meaningful difference for our students.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, many of our girls have been able to access essential items with dignity and confidence. In addition, we've been able to stock classrooms across campus so teachers can provide discreet and timely support whenever students are in need.\r\n\r\nThese resources help ensure that no student has to miss out on learning due to lack of access to basic necessities. Your generosity has created a more supportive and caring environment for all.","fullyFundedDate":1767819710478,"projectUrl":"project/feminine-hygiene-kits-for-students/9898205/","projectTitle":"Feminine Hygiene Kits for Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lamons","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp206838_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649334031912","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-lamons-pvhs"},{"teacherId":206838,"projectId":9819698,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of student planners to our classroom. Because of your support, we were not only able to provide planners to our students but also share them with our special education teachers.\r\n\r\nThese planners have made a meaningful impact on students with IEPs by helping them stay organized, track assignments, and build important executive functioning skills. Our students are more confident, better prepared, and more engaged in their learning as a result.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has positively affected so many students across our school community, and we truly appreciate your commitment to supporting their success.","fullyFundedDate":1767664695796,"projectUrl":"project/academic-planners-for-students-and-new-t/9819698/","projectTitle":"Academic Planners for Students and New Teachers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lamons","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp206838_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649334031912","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-lamons-pvhs"},{"teacherId":206838,"projectId":9819681,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in helping us obtain emergency walkie talkies for our school. When our phone system unexpectedly went down, communication across campus became extremely challenging. Thanks to your donation, we were able to quickly coordinate with fellow teachers, security staff, and office personnel to maintain a safe and organized environment for our students.\r\n\r\nThese walkie talkies have already made a meaningful difference in how we respond during urgent situations, and they continue to serve as a reliable backup for communication when we need it most. Your kindness directly contributed to the safety and well-being of our entire school community.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your support and for investing in our students and staff.","fullyFundedDate":1767664697632,"projectUrl":"project/emergency-walkie-talkies-for-students-an/9819681/","projectTitle":"Emergency Walkie Talkies for Students and Staff!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lamons","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp206838_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649334031912","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-lamons-pvhs"},{"teacherId":9693790,"projectId":9938841,"letterContent":"The new space heaters have already made a meaningful difference in our classroom. My students and I are using them daily to keep our learning environment warm and comfortable, especially during early morning lessons when the room used to be chilly. We really appreciate the Kleenex as well, especially during the flu season.\r\n\r\nWhen the heaters first arrived, the students were genuinely excited. When I revealed that the space heaters had arrived, they all started clapping in appreciation. Thank you so much for this gift to our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1764706622872,"projectUrl":"project/brrr-its-cold-in-here/9938841/","projectTitle":"Brrr! It’s Cold in Here","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Priebe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9693790_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764643989898","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9693790"},{"teacherId":206838,"projectId":9898299,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our healthy snacks project through DonorsChoose. Because of your generosity, our students have access to nutritious snacks that help them stay focused, energized, and ready to learn throughout the school day. For many of our kids, this support makes a real difference in their ability to concentrate and feel cared for at school. We are truly grateful for your kindness and commitment to our students' well-being. Thank you for your continued support of public education.","fullyFundedDate":1766067633380,"projectUrl":"project/health-snacks-for-kids/9898299/","projectTitle":"Health Snacks for Kids!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lamons","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp206838_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649334031912","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-lamons-pvhs"},{"teacherId":3934382,"projectId":9729561,"letterContent":"The title of this project was meant to be \"The Very Hungry IBers,\" meaning students taking International Baccalaureate classes. I took that inspiration from the classic childrens story, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, written by Eric Carle. \r\n\r\nThe story follows a caterpillar's life cycle - thoughout the pages, the hungry caterpillar eats through a variety of foods, builds a cocoon, and emerges as a beautiful butterfly and is often describd as \"a simple yet powerful story of growth and transformation,\" which is what I often see between sophomore and senior years as students push themselves to succeed in advanced and college level classes.\r\n\r\nEnter auto correct and my failure to proofread. \"IBers\" became \"Bears.\" You know what esle happened? Non-IB students started showing up at my door! I met students that were having a day and I was able to offer them a snack and a smile. And that felt good too. Like a bear sunning itself on a rock. :)\r\n\r\nThis project was funded just as families lost SNAP benefits. The availability of protien rich brain food and juice during the winter months was beneficial to all my IBers and all of my Bears. \r\n\r\nThank you. We are beyond grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1762267486033,"projectUrl":"project/the-very-hungry-bears/9729561/","projectTitle":"The Very Hungry Bears","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dibble","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3934382_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1474687416429","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3934382"},{"teacherId":206838,"projectId":9860308,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project for essential snacks for our students. Because of you, students now have access to food when they are hungry and trying to focus on learning. These snacks may seem small, but they make a big difference, helping students feel cared for, supported, and ready to engage in class each day.\r\n\r\nYour kindness goes beyond the snacks themselves. You've helped create a classroom environment where students know their needs matter, and that people they may never meet believe in them. On behalf of my students and our school community, thank you for investing in their well-being and their success. Your generosity is truly appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1762874363500,"projectUrl":"project/essential-food-and-snacks-for-students/9860308/","projectTitle":"Essential Food and Snacks for Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lamons","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp206838_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649334031912","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-lamons-pvhs"},{"teacherId":3934382,"projectId":9642096,"letterContent":"So much to be grateful for! \r\n\r\nThe beginning of the 2025-2026 school year saw the official set-up of a student psuedo-lounge/care closet in my office space, with a microwave and hot water kettle, utensils and napkins, snacks, pens, paper, band-aids, period packs - just about anything a kid could need to make it through the school day. With my door always open and a seven-minute passing period between classes, I have been able to serve so many students with your help and generosity. \r\n\r\nThe mini-Cliff bars and sweet and salty nut mix were especially popular high-protein options, even drawing students I've never met in for some sustenance!\r\n\r\nAs promised, tissue and paper towels were shared with staff, who send their thanks as well.","fullyFundedDate":1758817137038,"projectUrl":"project/grab-and-go-snacks-and-supplies/9642096/","projectTitle":"Grab and Go Snacks and Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dibble","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3934382_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1474687416429","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3934382"},{"teacherId":9519937,"projectId":9618361,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for fully funding our project, \"Print Their Potential: Giving MMSN Students a Voice.\" Your generosity has brought a meaningful and immediate transformation to our MMSN classroom, and I want you to know just how deeply your support is felt every single day.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students now have consistent access to printed materials that are adapted to their unique learning profiles. Having a dependable printer in our classroom has truly changed the way we teach and learn. No more waiting for shared printers or struggling to modify lessons without the right resources. Now, my students receive visual supports, step-by-step guides, modified worksheets, individualized reading passages, behavior supports, communication tools, and hands-on activity sheets instantly—right when they need them.\r\n\r\nOne of the biggest impacts has been on our art activities, which we use not only for creativity but also as a form of therapy. With our new printing capability, I can now create art templates, visual prompts, calming coloring pages, emotion charts, and structured art tasks that help my students express themselves safely and confidently. These printed materials give them the emotional and sensory outlet they need—especially for students who struggle to communicate and express their feelings and emotions. I've seen students relax, open up, and engage more deeply during these art therapy sessions because the instructions and visuals are clear, accessible, and personalized.\r\n\r\nThis project has not just improved instruction—it has empowered my students to find their voices, academically and emotionally. Many of my learners rely heavily on visuals to communicate, participate, and stay engaged. Thanks to your support, students who once hesitated or withdrew are now showing more independence, confidence, and willingness to share their ideas. The right materials at the right moment have made all the difference.\r\n\r\nYour donation has helped build a classroom environment that is inclusive, accessible, creative, and supportive—one where every student is given the tools and opportunities to grow. Thank you for believing in my students, for uplifting their voices, and for helping them show the world what they are truly capable of.","fullyFundedDate":1757099599459,"projectUrl":"project/print-their-potential-giving-mmsn-stude/9618361/","projectTitle":"Print Their Potential: Giving Mmsn Students a Voice","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ivy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9519937_orig.jpg?crop=757,757,x0,y128&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742530257353","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9519937"},{"teacherId":4029839,"projectId":9641983,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous support of our classroom project. Thanks to your donation, we now have a color printer that will open up so many creative and academic opportunities for our students. From vibrant visuals for lessons to colorful worksheets and project materials, this printer will help bring our learning to life in ways that were not possible before.\r\n\r\nOur students are already excited to use it, and we can't wait to see how it enhances their engagement and understanding. Your kindness has made an immediate impact, and we truly appreciate your belief in our classroom and our work. Thank you for helping us create a brighter, more enriching learning environment!","fullyFundedDate":1757099601300,"projectUrl":"project/color-printer-for-engineering-academy/9641983/","projectTitle":"Color Printer for Engineering Academy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ajohnson19"},{"teacherId":5862378,"projectId":9433153,"letterContent":"We want to express our gratitude to our donors for our project. Without your support for education, our students won't have enough school supplies to complete their classwork and homework in their respective classes. We have the portfolio folders that we requested and are using them to gather documents that we will use after high school, like a resume, job applications, job interview tips, and others. My students were delighted when they saw all the Amazon boxes being delivered in my classroom. I asked some of them to open the packages, and they were happy to see all the school supplies that you showered us with.","fullyFundedDate":1757099597509,"projectUrl":"project/getting-ready-to-face-the-world/9433153/","projectTitle":"Getting Ready to Face the World","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lazaro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5862378"},{"teacherId":4029839,"projectId":9839277,"letterContent":"Thank you for the contribution towards the robotic students equipment needs. They have buttons and no button maker and now you have helped solve that problem. Again they had to borrow a cart from another team which great because the team was at the same tournament; however if the other team is not there the students would have to carry the robot by hand to each match and in and out of the arena. \r\n\r\nAgain thank you for your generosity and support we could not be self sufficient without your help","fullyFundedDate":1763587890082,"projectUrl":"project/cart-and-button-maker-for-1st-robotics-t/9839277/","projectTitle":"Cart and Button Maker for 1st Robotics Team","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ajohnson19"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_4198","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1292,"numTeachers":49,"percentFrplEligible":53,"percentAsian":19,"percentBlack":15,"percentWhite":11,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":48,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"26.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":74.7,"schoolId":4198,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Pinole Valley High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Pinole Valley High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/west-contra-costa-unified-school-district/pinole-valley-high-school/4198"}