get around in different ways and we can have opportunities for people who are less connected with the school to help us in our efforts. reporter: the website has become a touch stone for the school community and others who just want to help out. what i see when i this at this, how a community can get together and we have budget shortfalls. california has approximate with funding with public schools. as a community and parents we can make sure our schools have what we need. reporter: there are other websites that offer similar services. if you would like donate or set up a web page, i have links. dan: great way to harness social media site. carolyn: let s get a check on the weather. certainly we have been following hurricane sandy. dan: causing problems. millions are without power. meteorologist sandhya patel is