{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"James Otis Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":31.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3634247,"projectId":9630527,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous support of our classroom. I truly cannot thank you enough for the difference you've made. Because of you, my students now have access to materials that spark their curiosity, strengthen their skills, and make learning more meaningful and engaging each day.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, there is nothing more rewarding than watching students light up when they feel excited about learning. The resources you've helped provide allow them to explore new ideas, work collaboratively, build confidence, and take pride in their growth. It's such a gift to be able to offer them hands-on, enriching experiences — and that is possible because of your kindness.\r\n\r\nYour generosity doesn't just supply materials; it creates opportunities. It helps foster a positive, welcoming classroom environment where students feel supported, inspired, and motivated to do their very best. Knowing that there are people who believe in them and are willing to invest in their education means so much — to them and to me.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for being part of our classroom community and for making a lasting impact on my students' learning journey. We are deeply grateful for your support and encouragement.","fullyFundedDate":1764634308374,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-creative-and-ready-to-learn/9630527/","projectTitle":"Cozy, Creative, and Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fetherston","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3634247_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732670278421","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3634247"},{"teacherId":1075007,"projectId":10090354,"letterContent":"We are extremely grateful to have our music back! This class was incredibly excited to open the box and charge up our speaker for our first dance party in a long time! When we were finally able to put our favorite playlist on and dance all of our wiggles out again, it was pure joy. This winter has been very cold and snowy, keeping us inside all day, and our dance movement breaks are our favorite way to get our extra energy out. We cannot thank you enough for your generosity, and we want you to know that his very small speaker is brining us great joy!","fullyFundedDate":1770818436441,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-speaker-died/10090354/","projectTitle":"Help, Our Speaker Died!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Katz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1075007_orig.png?crop=404,404,x0,y5&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755186680434","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/otiskatz"},{"teacherId":10226103,"projectId":9923516,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to my project! These materials, in particular the paper, have been invaluable contributions to my teaching. As a teacher with over 430 students, I go through paper quickly. Being able to use it for projects without fearing I'll run out has been freeing. \r\n\r\nAdditionally, I have been able to use the balances and weights for several projects, especially with my 5th graders, who are currently studying mixtures and solutions. With them, we have learned about concentration, mass, volume, and chemical reactions in both closed and open systems. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1764615018505,"projectUrl":"project/elementary-stem-centers-east-boston/9923516/","projectTitle":"Elementary STEM Centers East Boston","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stanley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10226103_orig.jpg?crop=768,768,x0,y25&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756252215579","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10226103"},{"teacherId":1719462,"projectId":9652926,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful that our DonorsChoose project was fully funded! Because of your generosity, my kindergarten students now have access to materials that make learning hands-on, engaging, and joyful each day. The markers, crayons, paints, and paint brushes are already inspiring creativity and helping students express their ideas through art and writing. The dolls and Magna-Tiles are encouraging imaginative play, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, while also building language and social development. These materials are more than just supplies—they are tools that help bring our learning to life.\r\n\r\nYour support also allows me to better meet the diverse needs of my students. The sensory tools, including noise-canceling headphones and fidget tubes, are helping students regulate their emotions and stay focused during lessons. Folders and organizational materials are building independence and responsibility as students learn to manage their work. Because of you, my classroom is better equipped to support every learner, ensuring each child feels confident, capable, and ready to shine. Thank you for investing in my students and their bright futures!","fullyFundedDate":1761059551968,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-tiny-learners-everyday-suppli/9652926/","projectTitle":"Tools for Tiny Learners: Everyday Supplies for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Trainor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1719462_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1471610242516","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1719462"},{"teacherId":1075007,"projectId":9908399,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations toward our new rugs. The rugs we had in our library and dramatic play areas were too fluffy for the school's vacuum and we are very. happy with the replacements. They are keep us comfortable when we are playing on the floor and we are able to keep them clean. We spend a lot of time playing and reading on the floor, so it is important that these areas be clean and comfortable for us. Whether we are building with blocks, playing with dinosaurs, or sharing a book with a friend, these rugs are in constant use in our room!","fullyFundedDate":1764848252133,"projectUrl":"project/help-spruce-up-our-dramatic-play-and-lib/9908399/","projectTitle":"Help Spruce Up Our Dramatic Play and Library Areas","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Katz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1075007_orig.png?crop=404,404,x0,y5&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755186680434","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/otiskatz"},{"teacherId":7793853,"projectId":8270965,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to this project! This mailbox system has made such a difference in my classroom organization and structure. Students have a place to put their homework folders and finished classwork. This helps to prevent a hectic closet space. In addition, I have enough space to keep subject folders in the mailbox system as well. Students know where to go when they need a specific folder such as their math folder. Table Captains have the responsibility of getting these materials and know exactly where to go for them. Thank again so much for your contribution!!","fullyFundedDate":1711296108110,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-mailbox-system/8270965/","projectTitle":"Classroom Mailbox System","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Michaela","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7793853_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692887382509","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7793853"},{"teacherId":7793853,"projectId":9652957,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to my classroom! Students have loved having supplies to make their beautiful books and have been able to use the supplies to encourage their creativity. In addition, students have felt so mature in making sure that our classroom community is clean and sanitized, especially during cold season. \r\n\r\nStudents were so excited to see al off the packages arrive in the mail! We are so excited to be able to use the clay to create our animals that we are researching and writing informational books on.","fullyFundedDate":1759493644903,"projectUrl":"project/school-supplies-for-the-whole-school-yea/9652957/","projectTitle":"School Supplies for the Whole School Year","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Michaela","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7793853_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692887382509","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7793853"},{"teacherId":8048446,"projectId":9659682,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! My amazing multilingual first graders have had a blast learning all about folktales, animal adaptations, being a good friend, families, and inspiring artists and musicians this year thanks to your help! The books I was able to purchase through this donation have brought learning to life. Every day, we read a new text and students practice their reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. They are developing strong content knowledge, rich vocabularies, and the motivation to discover new things about the world around them. \r\n\r\nThank you so very much.","fullyFundedDate":1759493645365,"projectUrl":"project/literacy-for-multilingual-learners/9659682/","projectTitle":"Literacy for Multilingual Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stewart","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8048446_orig.jpg?crop=308,308,x0,y35&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727625381199","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msstewartsesl"},{"teacherId":3109363,"projectId":9720278,"letterContent":"This has been a fabulous project! This little machine is a game changer. And we've already made many new cardboard cuts and early creations. It's a one-at-a-time process of course. And I'm fully supervising everyone. Or I let the kids draw the lines and then I make the cuts at my own desk on my own time and the deliver the cut cardboard to squeals of delight.\r\n\r\nThank you for funding this project that works well for grades 3 -6. I greatly appreciate the support and enthusiasm you've all demonstrated by supporting theater arts!","fullyFundedDate":1758819278628,"projectUrl":"project/cardboard-chomping/9720278/","projectTitle":"Cardboard Chomping!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Doyle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3109363_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1484420276767","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3109363"},{"teacherId":10226103,"projectId":9665238,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity. My project, \"equitable STEM on the go\" has allowed my students to receive the materials they need and allowed me to store papers and materials for them. At this point in the year, my students are excelling and it is in part thanks to you. \r\n\r\nAs the year goes on, your donations will continue to have a positive impact on my students. I have around 430 kids, from age 4-12, and they all have benefited from and will continue to benefit from the materials I was only able to receive due to your donations. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1757532682120,"projectUrl":"project/equitable-stem-on-the-go/9665238/","projectTitle":"Equitable STEM On the Go!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stanley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10226103_orig.jpg?crop=768,768,x0,y25&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756252215579","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10226103"},{"teacherId":9905304,"projectId":9672984,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for your generous support! Our students have been thrilled to use their new materials and outdoor play equipment. They have spent time playing basketball, soccer, and kickball, as well as drawing and creating with chalk outside. Your contribution has truly made our outdoor activities more engaging and fun for everyone.\r\n\r\nOver the holiday season, our students have also been busy creating new projects and enjoying some special treats during Movie Friday. Your support has brought so much joy and creativity into our classroom and has given our students experiences they will remember for a long time. Thank you for helping make our program such a wonderful place to learn and grow!","fullyFundedDate":1764164110208,"projectUrl":"project/bright-futures-beyond-the-school-day/9672984/","projectTitle":"Bright Futures Beyond the School Day!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Daly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9905304"},{"teacherId":6580533,"projectId":9654995,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping our classroom—your support made a huge difference right away. The new folders, markers, chart paper, dry erase markers, and pencil pouches have been perfect for our math lessons. One of my favorite moments was watching students use the markers and chart paper to create \"math strategy posters\" during a group activity. When they first walked in and saw all the new supplies, they were so excited. \r\n\r\nWe're now using the materials every day as we work through our unit on multiplication and problem-solving. Students keep their math notes and practice sheets neatly in their new folders, and the dry erase markers are helping them solve problems quickly during small-group rotations. 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