{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Arthur D Healey Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":36.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4914125,"projectId":10139340,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations of the Song of Us! It is an awesome adaptation of Orpheus and Eurydice. As we read, students learned about adaptations as a genre. They also learned about books written in verse. They also made tons of connections to their own lives - as the book is about 7th graders and set in Boston. It is set in middle school because even though Orpheus and Eurydice is set in the underworld, middle school can be a form of hell too! \r\n\r\nIn my class, students read full books. They read for homework and then we discuss in class the next day. Students have been mastering the art of the Socratic Seminar, student-led discussions based on what they find important about the book. They had great thoughts about the text in the discussion and especially about characters and their motivations and development.\r\n\r\nThis book especially appealed to our LGBTQ+ students in my class, as the book is about two queer teenagers who fall in love. \r\n\r\nThank you so much again for donating to this project!","fullyFundedDate":1773838983826,"projectUrl":"project/inspiring-young-readers-the-song-of-us/10139340/","projectTitle":"Inspiring Young Readers -“The Song of Us” by Kate Fussner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Daniels","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4914125_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1508785690756","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/emma-daniels"},{"teacherId":1595912,"projectId":10233998,"letterContent":"The Magic Belt and Alba series have made a tremendous difference for my students. As a reading specialist, I work with small groups of students who are learning the foundational skills needed to become successful readers. These books provide exactly the kind of practice they need while keeping them highly engaged.\r\n\r\nThe Magic Belt series introduces and reinforces essential phonics skills such as short vowels, two-syllable words, glued sounds, suffixes, consonant blends, and final -le syllables. The Alba series builds on these skills and expands to include vowel-consonant-e patterns and vowel teams. Because the books follow a carefully designed phonics sequence, I can align my lessons directly to the skills students encounter in the text. This allows students to immediately apply what they have learned in meaningful reading.\r\n\r\nReading in my classroom begins with a lesson that introduces, reviews, and practices specific phonics skills. Students then read a book that contains the skill we have been studying. During reading, students may read together or whisper-read independently while I listen, provide immediate corrective feedback, and model fluent reading. The books give students repeated opportunities to practice decoding while building confidence and comprehension.\r\n\r\nWhat has been most exciting is watching students become invested in the stories. The books feature exciting fantasy and science fiction adventures, striking illustrations, and plots that keep students eager to turn the page. My students constantly make predictions about what will happen next and are excited to discuss the characters and events.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, these are the first books they can truly read on their own. Instead of feeling frustrated or overwhelmed, they experience success. They see themselves as readers. That confidence carries over into other reading activities and motivates them to keep practicing.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this project possible. Your generosity has provided my students with engaging, skill-aligned books that help them develop the foundational reading skills they need while experiencing the joy and excitement of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1778598119883,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-students-read-books-they-can-act/10233998/","projectTitle":"Help My Students Read Books They Can Actually Read","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Arlington","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1595912_orig.jpg?crop=622,622,x0,y80&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777394658806","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1595912"},{"teacherId":2887605,"projectId":9967924,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your generosity and support in helping fund our library couch project. Because of you, our students now have a comfortable and welcoming space where they can read, learn, and connect with one another during the school day.\r\n\r\nSince the couch arrived, it has quickly become one of the most popular spots in the library! Students in grades PreK–8 use it daily during independent reading time, partner reading activities. It truly brings our library community together in a special way.\r\n\r\nThe students were so excited when they first saw the new couch. Many immediately commented on how cozy and inviting the library felt, and several students asked if they could read there right away. It was wonderful to see how something as simple as comfortable seating made students even more eager to spend time reading.\r\n\r\nAs we continue building a positive reading culture in our school, the couch will play an important role in upcoming literacy activities and library projects. Students are currently exploring independent reading goals and book discussions, and having a comfortable, flexible space encourages them to stay engaged and excited about reading. We are so grateful for your support in helping us create a library environment where all students feel welcome and inspired to learn.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this possible for our school community!","fullyFundedDate":1767220421294,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-create-a-cozy-reading-corner-for/9967924/","projectTitle":"Help Us Create a Cozy Reading Corner for PreK–8 Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rocha","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2887605_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663101279234","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2887605"},{"teacherId":8707750,"projectId":10047902,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, students have been able to better access counseling supports. They are engaged in play therapy as well as art therapy. \r\n\r\nThey were most excited about Sorry! and the breathing bunny. They have also loved using the dot markers in art projects. \r\n\r\nThe breathing bunny is a popular choice as a self-regulation tool and Sorry! has allowed students to practice social skills in individual sessions or in groups. \r\n\r\nThank you again for all of your support in helping my students access counseling!","fullyFundedDate":1771013510008,"projectUrl":"project/with-games-and-art-kids-can-regulate-an/10047902/","projectTitle":"With games and art, kids can regulate and learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Emily","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8707750_orig.jpg?crop=596,596,x0,y127&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1665754998817","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-emily-counseling"},{"teacherId":10476240,"projectId":10185797,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous gift. Your donation has allowed me to give my students the opportunity to make pixelated Art using beads. They were not originally excited about including math into their artwork.. however when they realized we were manipulating beads, they became so excited! \r\nEngaging seventh graders is a pretty tall task. I am always looking for new and interesting ways to teach Art. This project had 100% engagement and the rising seventh graders are asking to do this project next year. Your donation made this possible. \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you!","fullyFundedDate":1775755294041,"projectUrl":"project/beaded-pixel-art-project-supporting-cre/10185797/","projectTitle":"Beaded Pixel Art Project: Supporting creativity through Math and Art","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. DellaCamera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10476240"},{"teacherId":10052765,"projectId":9681503,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and belief in my students. Because of your support, our classroom now has the SEL resources we needed—fidget tools, calm-corner materials, and sensory supports that are already making a meaningful difference.\r\n\r\nThe first moment my students saw the new materials was unforgettable. Their faces lit up with curiosity. Many of them immediately gravitated toward the calm corner, gently exploring the soft seating, breathing guides, and sensory tools. \r\n\r\nWe use the new resources every day. The calm corner has quickly become a trusted space. Students go there to check in with themselves, reflect on their emotions, and choose a strategy that helps them return to class feeling regulated and ready to learn. The fidget tools have been especially helpful for students who carry a lot of internal energy or anxiety.","fullyFundedDate":1757683160803,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-happy-healthy-and-heartfelt/9681503/","projectTitle":"Empowering Happy, Healthy, and Heartfelt Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Paulino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10052765"},{"teacherId":8707750,"projectId":9394070,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to my project. Thanks to you my students this year have better access to fidgets, art supplies, and a clean space. \r\n\r\nEven though we have only been in school for a few weeks, my students are already benefitting from this project. Students feel more comfortable sharing when they have a fidget to hold and use during session. Students have already been able engage in art projects with the new markers. \r\n\r\nColds/sickness are always prevalent at the beginning of the school year and thanks to this project the cleaning products have helped students stay healthy and have provided access to a clean and organized counseling space.","fullyFundedDate":1749155838902,"projectUrl":"project/setting-students-up-for-success/9394070/","projectTitle":"Setting Students Up for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Emily","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8707750_orig.jpg?crop=596,596,x0,y127&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1665754998817","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-emily-counseling"},{"teacherId":4914125,"projectId":9390878,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of headphones to our classroom! Your support has made a meaningful impact on our students' learning experience, and we are truly grateful.\r\n\r\nThe headphones have become an invaluable tool for differentiation in both our English Language Arts and Spanish classes. In ELA, students are able to engage with audiobooks and reading comprehension activities at their own pace, allowing them to focus on their individual reading goals and build confidence as independent learners.\r\n\r\nIn Spanish class, the headphones have opened up new opportunities for immersive language learning. Students can listen to native speakers, practice pronunciation, and complete interactive listening tasks—something that simply wasn't possible before. It's been incredible to see their engagement and progress soar with access to personalized audio resources.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, our classroom is more inclusive, focused, and responsive to individual learning needs. Your support truly makes a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1752789839455,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-language-learning/9390878/","projectTitle":"Headphones for Language Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Daniels","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4914125_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1508785690756","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/emma-daniels"},{"teacherId":411762,"projectId":4713849,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support! I apologize that this note is very, very, very late in making its way to you. It wasn't until today that I saw I hadn't sent anything to our supporters - I am so very, very sorry!\r\n\r\nThe calculators we received have been very helpful in our classroom. Students have been able to check their work with ease. Because of this they have also been able to reflect and revise their work if they made any calculation errors. The calculators themselves have been working fantastically for years now.\r\n\r\nIt is great that one project can actually impact more than one year of students!\r\n\r\nThank you again so much!","fullyFundedDate":1579624115045,"projectUrl":"project/something-to-count-on/4713849/","projectTitle":"Something To Count On","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cloutier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp411762_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1542582700210","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mcloutier"},{"teacherId":4914125,"projectId":9306491,"letterContent":"As you can see from the summer letters students wrote to me about Amari, they loved the book! They were engrossed in the story and had lots to say about the characters and plot twists. For example, \"I was in shock when Dylan betrayed Amari!\" \"My favorite part was when Amari 'saw' Quinton. I just thought it was very cute to see her finally be able to 'see' her brother again\" \"Amari is a really strong character not just because of her powers but because of how she faces all the prejudices and doubts people throw at her\"\r\n\r\nIt was clear that students were engaged and could relate to the book. Some students even continued the series! \r\n\r\nI am thrilled to make this my new summer reading book. In previous years we have read The Outsiders, which of course is a canonical book that students love, but I am glad to have shifted to a book for the 21st century that engages, empowers, and mirrors my students' lived experiences. Amari is a new classic YA text!","fullyFundedDate":1746371711349,"projectUrl":"project/magical-summer-reading/9306491/","projectTitle":"Magical Summer Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Daniels","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4914125_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1508785690756","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/emma-daniels"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_61762","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":482,"numTeachers":44,"percentFrplEligible":76,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":13,"percentWhite":26,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":51,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":4,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"11.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":63.8,"schoolId":61762,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Arthur D Healey Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Arthur D Healey Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/massachusetts/somerville-public-schools/arthur-d-healey-elementary-school/61762"}