{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Foothill High School","outOfStateSupporters":46.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9348950,"projectId":9992075,"letterContent":"I would like to give thanks for your generous contribution to my classroom. My students and I have already begun putting these resources to great use nearly every day. Recently, I held a \"Gallery Walk\" where students used the easel pads to map out character arcs from our latest novel. Seeing them collaborate and demonstrate their understanding on such a large scale brought a new level of energy to our literary analysis.\r\n\r\nSoon, students will be using the index cards to organize their evidence and the wide-ruled filler paper to draft their opening statements for a mock trial project. We plan to use the various colors of Astrobrights paper to color-code different rhetorical appeals—ethos, pathos, and logos—so students can visually track the strength of their arguments. \r\n\r\nAgain, I want to thank you for affording my students this unique opportunity to learn with every supply they need readily available to them.","fullyFundedDate":1768100707324,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-welcoming-classroom/9992075/","projectTitle":"Creating a Welcoming Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Navarro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9348950_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698880122623","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9348950"},{"teacherId":10414343,"projectId":10046546,"letterContent":"The new resources allow our students to have some independence with preparing some food to eat. We cook once a week, whether it be with the electric skillet or the toaster. We use the blender several times a week to make healthy smoothies.\r\n\r\nSeveral of our students did not use utensils to eat before we started this project, now they are able to butter their own toast. The boost in confidence is amazing, some of the students are non-verbal but the smile on their faces says it all. \r\nThe students are also learning to use the microwave and air fryer. They are not able to read but they can pour and mix ingredients. The next project is continuing to progress with independent living skills, cleaning up after preparing food or smoothies. We will increase the 1-2 step directions to 3-4 step directions for preparing meals.\r\n\r\nThank you for the support and the opportunity to improve their independence and quality of life.","fullyFundedDate":1769131523268,"projectUrl":"project/cooking-for-independence/10046546/","projectTitle":"Cooking for Independence","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Napiorkowski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10414343"},{"teacherId":8170749,"projectId":9999533,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your continued support of my crazy ideas. My advanced studies students had so much fun and remembered so much of their prior learning. They told me it was fun to be able to apply the skills they had learned in class to a crime scene and having to combine skills to solve the crime. Overall they were able to work together and found the correct suspect 3/4 times. I am so happy I was able to enhance their school year by bringing in some hands on activity. Since there were only a few students, we did not use all the materials and there will be enough to use with students next year as well. Thank you for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1768164192906,"projectUrl":"project/forensic-labs/9999533/","projectTitle":"Forensic Labs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Higgins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8170749_orig.jpg?crop=2300,2300,x0,y524&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673306715605","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8170749"},{"teacherId":9353694,"projectId":10029768,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping me enhance the cinema learning experience for my Film Studies I class. The new speakers sound so much better. First, we can actually hear the dialogue and now the special effects sound way better too. One of the units we study is on sound and how sound was introduced to cinema and the effect it has, and that was hard to teach when the sound was so terrible. Now, we can analyze the various aspects of the movie sound experience through the last 150 years of film. Also, the students pay more attention to the film now that they can hear and understand what is being said. \r\n\r\nThank you for your generosity in funding our project!","fullyFundedDate":1768699737519,"projectUrl":"project/making-cinema-film-studies-sound-as-good/10029768/","projectTitle":"Making Cinema Film Studies Sound as Good as it Looks","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Tobler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9353694"},{"teacherId":4565485,"projectId":10010880,"letterContent":"Thank you for the generous donation of the dissolved oxygen (DO) meter and professional-grade lab glasses. It is one thing to read about aquatic health in a textbook, but it is a completely different experience for students to hold the tools of a real scientist in their hands.\r\n\r\nWe have wasted no time putting these resources to work! My environmental science students used to both resources in their Eco-Column assignment where they mimic an open terrestrial and aquatic ecosystem. Using the DO meter, we can measure the oxygen levels in water samples to make sure we are creating an environment safe for aquatic organisms. \r\n\r\nThe day the boxes of glasses arrived felt like a holiday. When I pulled out the new lab glasses, the students were thrilled to replace our old, scratched pairs with ones they could actually see through! However, the real star was the DO meter. One student remarked, \"We look like a real research team now.\" There is a newfound sense of pride and seriousness in the lab; they aren't just \"doing schoolwork\" anymore—they are conducting an investigation.\r\nYour contribution has done more than just provide hardware; it has validated my students' potential as future scientists. Thank you for investing in their curiosity and our environment.","fullyFundedDate":1768319582084,"projectUrl":"project/time-do-some-science/10010880/","projectTitle":"Time Do Some Science!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stark","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4565485_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y393&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1687278340766","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4565485"},{"teacherId":9591798,"projectId":9990146,"letterContent":"Our new classroom supplies have already made a meaningful difference in our daily routines and student engagement. The pencils ensure that every student is always prepared to participate, eliminating the stress of not having basic materials. The stickers have become a powerful motivational tool—after grading assignments, I place them on student work to recognize effort, accuracy, and improvement. One memorable moment was during a recent math practice activity when students eagerly flipped over their papers, excited to see which sticker they earned after solving multi-step problems. It sparked conversations about showing their work and checking answers, helping build a positive and encouraging learning environment. The scent plugs have also transformed our classroom atmosphere; what used to be a distraction is now a fresh, welcoming space that helps students stay focused throughout the day.","fullyFundedDate":1768060436934,"projectUrl":"project/comforting-and-engaging-classroom/9990146/","projectTitle":"Comforting and Engaging Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ledesma","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9591798"},{"teacherId":9714566,"projectId":10002713,"letterContent":"Our students are incredibly grateful for the addition of laptops to our high school PE program, and the impact has already been meaningful in ways that go far beyond traditional physical activity.\r\n\r\nMany of our donors may be used to technology for work, communication, or entertainment, but in our PE classroom, laptops are helping students connect physical movement with learning. Students are now able to track their fitness data, set personal goals, and reflect on their progress using digital tools. For example, they can monitor heart rate zones, log workouts, and analyze improvement over time. This transforms PE from just \"doing\" activities into understanding health, fitness, and lifelong wellness. It also allows us to incorporate lessons on nutrition, anatomy, and personal fitness planning in a much more engaging and interactive way.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most about the laptops is the sense of ownership over their learning. They love being able to create personalized fitness plans, watch skill demonstrations, and immediately apply what they learn. Instead of passively participating, they are actively engaged in designing their own fitness journey. The technology also makes learning more accessible—students can revisit instructions, watch videos at their own pace, and receive instant feedback.\r\n\r\nWe've seen some particularly powerful impacts on students who may not traditionally thrive in a physical education setting. Students who are less confident in their athletic abilities have really connected with the technology side of the class. They take pride in tracking progress, researching fitness topics, and setting achievable goals. Additionally, students who are more academically inclined enjoy the data analysis and reflection components, giving them another way to shine in PE. English language learners and students who benefit from visual supports have also gained confidence by using videos and interactive tools to better understand activities.\r\n\r\nOverall, these laptops are helping us create a more inclusive, personalized, and meaningful PE experience. They are not just enhancing how students move—they are deepening how they think about their health, their goals, and their future.","fullyFundedDate":1768174167790,"projectUrl":"project/technology-in-the-classroom/10002713/","projectTitle":"Technology in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Gidge","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9714566"},{"teacherId":8232824,"projectId":10044194,"letterContent":"The laptop has enhanced learning in my Weight Training and PE classes by allowing me to incorporate instructional videos, visual demonstrations, and individualized workout plans. Students can better understand proper form and concepts by seeing them in action and applying them immediately. It also helps with tracking progress and setting goals, making learning more interactive and personalized.\r\n\r\nStudents are most excited about the interactive and visual aspects. They enjoy watching demonstrations, tracking their progress, and seeing real improvements over time. The technology makes fitness feel more engaging, relevant, and connected to tools they already use in their daily lives.\r\n\r\nStudents who benefit most are those who prefer visual or self-paced learning. It has especially helped students who lack confidence, as they can review exercises and build understanding before participating. Goal-oriented students have also embraced the technology by taking ownership of their progress and growth.","fullyFundedDate":1769225538607,"projectUrl":"project/technology-in-the-physical-education-cla/10044194/","projectTitle":"Technology in the Physical Education Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Crunk","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8232824"},{"teacherId":7790102,"projectId":9989734,"letterContent":"These supplies helped all of my current and future students have a safe, comfortable, and engaging classroom. We now have more calculators, whiteboards, and basic supplies like pencils and paper. \r\n\r\nWe also have ways to keep the classroom more clean and comfortable everyday which makes it easier to focus on the learning we do every day. We are so thankful for this contribution to our classroom. \r\n\r\nStudents have been exclaiming how clean and inviting the room has been and also have loved using the whiteboards more since we have more markers now. Thank you again.","fullyFundedDate":1768060924677,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-supplies/9989734/","projectTitle":"Engaging Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ledesma","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7790102_orig.jpg?crop=2307,2307,x0,y153&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633618555800","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7790102"},{"teacherId":10408617,"projectId":10032884,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous gift of supplies to help make cooperative learning more meaningful and impactful in my classroom. My AP students have loved working with the supplies you have provided them. They will continue to work with these supplies for the remainder of the school year to help them prepare for their AP exams in May. The students love to work together and using the white boards to work out problems and then exchange and help each other find the errors in their work has helped all students develop deeper understanding of the content.\r\n\r\nThe students especially enjoy the opportunity to record themselves using the studio supplies of microphones and studio chair provided by you all. After working together to solve and correct problems, they then use these supplies to record their findings and then submit for a grade. \r\n\r\nThank you again for providing my classroom with the opportunity to enhance learning.","fullyFundedDate":1768930582831,"projectUrl":"project/cooperative-learning-math-based-project/10032884/","projectTitle":"Cooperative Learning Math Based Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sisson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10408617"},{"teacherId":6919554,"projectId":9993617,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in funding our new 3D printer! Your contribution has made a remarkable difference for our robotics students. With this technology, they are now able to design, prototype, and print custom components for their robots—skills that mirror real-world engineering and manufacturing processes.\r\n\r\nThe excitement in our classroom is incredible. Students are brainstorming innovative part designs, testing ideas, and revising based on what they learn—all hands-on and student driven. This printer has empowered them to see their creativity come to life and deepened their understanding of STEM concepts in ways we could only imagine before.\r\n\r\nWe are sincerely grateful for your kindness and investment in our students' growth. You've helped inspire the next generation of engineers, designers, and problem solvers.","fullyFundedDate":1768101256775,"projectUrl":"project/3d-printer-for-robotic-engineering-desig/9993617/","projectTitle":"3D Printer for Robotic Engineering Design","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Novack","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6919554"},{"teacherId":8166566,"projectId":9994136,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been able to create a positive and motivating learning environment where students feel encouraged to do their best every day. The snacks and small incentives you helped provide have become powerful tools that help students stay focused, engaged, and excited about learning.\r\n\r\nWe use the treats as part of our classroom motivation system. Students earn rewards for completing assignments, participating in lessons, showing perseverance with difficult problems, and demonstrating positive behavior. One memorable moment happened during a challenging math lesson. Several students who normally hesitate to participate began raising their hands and volunteering to explain their thinking. Knowing there was a small reward for effort and participation helped give them the confidence to try. It turned a quiet lesson into an energetic discussion where students supported each other and celebrated their successes.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new snacks and reward supplies, their excitement filled the room. They immediately asked how they could earn them, which opened the door for meaningful conversations about effort, responsibility, and goal setting. The rewards quickly became more than just treats—they became symbols of achievement and recognition for hard work.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, students are now more motivated to complete their work, stay on task, and challenge themselves academically. The treats also help maintain energy during long learning periods, especially during intensive lessons and assessments.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we will continue using these incentives as part of our classroom goal-setting system. Students are currently working on improving their problem-solving and critical thinking skills in math and reading. They are setting personal learning goals and earning rewards as they reach milestones along the way. The motivation system you helped provide is helping them build confidence, develop positive habits, and take pride in their accomplishments.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has done more than provide snacks—it has helped create a classroom culture where effort is celebrated, persistence is encouraged, and students feel proud of their progress. 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