By daily 
One chilly morning at Riverdale High School in California, teacher Maria Lopez arrived to find an unexpected surprise. Five tiny, malnourished puppies emerged from a cardboard box, their eyes pleading for help. Moved by their plight, Maria sought assistance from her colleague, Jenna Martin, the school’s administrative coordinator.
Uncovering the Abandoned Puppies
Jenna soon discovered the box with a note taped to it, reading: “Shelter won’t take them. We can’t care for them. The original owner wanted to discard them. I hope you can help. Sorry.” This note highlighted the urgent need for the puppies’ rescue and added a layer of sadness to their situation.
Immediate Action
The staff quickly took action, providing water and comfort to the puppies despite the summer heat and limited personnel. “If not for the quick response, who knows what would have happened?” Jenna later reflected. As they waited for animal control, the staff enjoyed playing with the lively, charming puppies.
A New Chance
Among the staff, teacher Laura Reed decided to adopt one puppy on the spot. Meanwhile, school counselor Sarah Brown was particularly moved by the remaining four. When the animal control officer arrived, Sarah chose to foster the puppies herself, ensuring they received the care and love they needed until they could find permanent homes.