{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"James Otis Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":31.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"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. Next, we're planning to use the chart paper for a \"real-world math project\" where students will design their own mini-stores and practice adding, subtracting, and multiplying costs.","fullyFundedDate":1756849596912,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-refresh/9654995/","projectTitle":"New Year Refresh!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6580533"},{"teacherId":1075007,"projectId":9757987,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our project. Our new chairs and sensory squares have been a great addition to our classroom. The students have loved being able to rock and listen to lessons or read quietly in the scoop chairs, and they have really enjoyed being able to take brain breaks over by the square tiles, watching the colors flow and making the move with their hands and feet. A full day of Pre-K can be a very long day for many of our young students, so having different options to help them take a break here and there is key.","fullyFundedDate":1758843584600,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-meet-our-sensory-needs/9757987/","projectTitle":"Help Us Meet Our Sensory Needs","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":1144902,"projectId":9660359,"letterContent":"First and foremost, thank you so much for your generosity. \r\n\r\nMy students absolutely love the flexible seating. They race to get their independent reading bags so they can be the first ones to choose a seat. I have been able to pull small groups to the rug and have them be comfortable with their new seating options. \r\n\r\nOur attendance has been amazing, which I attribute to being able to use the supplies you have provided to keep it clean and germ free (as much as possible with 23 kids). The paper towels, kleenex and paper towel holder have been a great addition to our room. The students are able to keep their areas clean and tidy. \r\n\r\nThank you for taking the time to donate to our room! Your generosity has been a game changer for us!","fullyFundedDate":1757794444923,"projectUrl":"project/rolling-into-2nd/9660359/","projectTitle":"Rolling into 2nd!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ragusa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1144902_orig.png?crop=1072,1072,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651592483611","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1144902"},{"teacherId":3634247,"projectId":9225810,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our classroom! The new vacuum, broom, and art materials have made such a difference in our daily routine. Our learning space now feels brighter, cleaner, and more creative than ever. The students love using the broom and vacuum to help clean up after art projects and snack time — it's become part of our classroom jobs, and they take such pride in keeping our room tidy and welcoming.\r\n\r\nWhen the supplies first arrived, the students were beyond excited! They immediately wanted to open the art materials and start creating. One student said, \"This feels like an art studio now!\" It was so special to see their faces light up as they realized these tools were just for our class (and BRAND NEW)\r\n\r\nWe've already used the new materials in several art and STEM projects, and having the cleaning tools has made setup and cleanup so much smoother. Now we can focus on creating, experimenting, and learning without worrying about the mess. Thank you again for supporting our classroom — your kindness and generosity truly help our students take ownership of their space and express their creativity every day.","fullyFundedDate":1750002051592,"projectUrl":"project/clean-space-bright-minds-essential-sup/9225810/","projectTitle":"Clean Space, Bright Minds: Essential Supplies for 4th Graders","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":9478899,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us get a new rug and chairs for our classroom! It is great to have a new clean space to learn and play as well as comfy chairs to sit and read with friends. Our class spends a lot of our day on the big rug learning as one big group or practicing our skills in small groups. We also using it to build on with blocks, legos, and magnatiles. They also love relaxing with a good book in the library and these comfy chairs are the perfect size for two friends to share a book or just one child enjoy some quiet reading time alone. Both the rug and chairs have made our classroom a more enjoyable place to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1755638163586,"projectUrl":"project/a-nice-place-to-sit-and-learn/9478899/","projectTitle":"A Nice Place to Sit and Learn","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":9654402,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous contributions to our classroom project. Because of you, our students are not just learning, they are exploring, creating, and truly thriving!\r\n\r\nThe impact of your donation has been immediate and profound. When I bring these materials to class, I am not exaggerating: my students literally shriek with joy. As young scientists, they adore having the resources they need to explore and create.\r\n\r\nYour support provided a diverse collection of supplies that touches nearly every lesson:\r\n\r\nMini-Composition Notebooks: My fourth graders adore these and affectionately call them their \"teeny-tiny notebooks.\" They are perfect for quick-writes, data collection, and documenting their observations.\r\n\r\nSTEM Exploration: The magnet tiles and poster board have been invaluable. Our young engineers now have the tools to design, build, and present their models of the solar system and other engineering challenges.\r\n\r\nLiteracy & Language: We now have a wonderful collection of books in both English and Spanish. My students love to sit and read or listen to these stories, enriching their language development.\r\n\r\nArt & Creativity: We are using markers and art supplies for creating colorful solar system models and drawing our classroom pet fish.\r\n\r\nA Healthy Space: The cleaning materials help me keep our learning spaces clean and healthy, ensuring a better environment for everyone.\r\n\r\nFrom art supplies to STEM materials, these kids are able to enjoy so many important lessons thanks to your support. You have helped foster their natural curiosity and transform our classroom into an active laboratory of learning.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in these young minds. You are truly helping to build the next generation of creative thinkers and scientists.","fullyFundedDate":1756483088934,"projectUrl":"project/multilingual-science-classroom-k-6-sup/9654402/","projectTitle":"Multilingual Science Classroom (K-6) Supplies","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":9714735,"projectId":9073588,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, our students in grades K1-6 were able to explore their creative potential with materials like new materials like air-dry clay. Art plays a crucial role in both cognitive and emotional development. Your donations/support have made a lasting impact, not only on the students, but also on the school environment as a whole.\r\n\r\nThrough this project, students were able to express their unique identities, boosting their confidence and pride. The opportunity to create art helped foster a deeper connection to their school, while the kindness of donors gave them a sense of empowerment and encouragement. The impact has extended beyond the classroom, influencing how students see their potential and support from their community. Your support has not only nurtured their creativity but also helped them understand the power of giving back.","fullyFundedDate":1737553805732,"projectUrl":"project/spark-creativity-in-young-minds/9073588/","projectTitle":"Spark Creativity in Young Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hamdi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9714735_orig.jpg?crop=1088,1088,x20,y476&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737442799933","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/misshamdi"},{"teacherId":3109363,"projectId":9042181,"letterContent":"Our production of Rainbow Fish was sensational and an amazing success! The kids were so proud of themselves and we were all so proud of them! In fact, everyone said it may have been the best annual production at our school that they've ever seen! \r\n\r\nThe three boxes of rainbow colored bells were so much fun and many kids learned the scales with these do-re-mi-fa-sol-la-ti-do! We had an 'un-boxing' event and the kids had an absolute blast. And the rainbow xylophone was a new fun part of our production!\r\n\r\nThank you so much because these materials enhanced the children's experience and understanding. And these materials leveled up our production values up to new heights!","fullyFundedDate":1742241419462,"projectUrl":"project/ring-in-rainbow-bells-rainbow-xylophon/9042181/","projectTitle":"Ring in Rainbow Bells & Rainbow Xylophones!","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":9647720,"projectId":8699143,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has been filled with new energy, engagement, and joy! When the students first saw the new games, learning activities, and colorful supplies, their faces lit up with excitement. One student whispered, \"This feels like a whole new classroom!\"—and that's exactly what it's felt like for all of us.\r\n\r\nWe've been using the materials to make learning more interactive and meaningful. In ELA, students are playing vocabulary and comprehension games that build their reading confidence in fun, low-pressure ways. In Math, we've used hands-on activities and number games to strengthen problem-solving skills, especially during centers and small-group time. The coloring utensils have also brought new life to our writing journals and literacy projects, letting students express their ideas and stories creatively.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments so far was during a reading group where a student who often hesitates to participate confidently led a vocabulary game using the new resources. It was a proud moment—and a clear reminder that your donation is helping students take real steps forward.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making this possible. Your kindness has made a lasting difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1730791152077,"projectUrl":"project/ms-morins-space-for-sped/8699143/","projectTitle":"Ms. Morin’s Space for Sped!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Morin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9647720"},{"teacherId":3634247,"projectId":8956379,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for your incredibly generous donation of books to our fourth-grade classroom. Your contribution has made a significant impact on my students, opening up new worlds of imagination, knowledge, and creativity.\r\n\r\nThe students are already enjoying the books, and it's amazing to see how excited they are about reading. Your kindness has inspired them and reinforced the importance of giving back to the community. Thanks to you, our classroom is a more vibrant and enriching place for learning.\r\n\r\nWe are truly thankful for your support, and we are excited to continue fostering a love for reading in our students, thanks to your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1735657763628,"projectUrl":"project/books-like-us/8956379/","projectTitle":"Books Like US!","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":3109363,"projectId":8990803,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our school theater production 'The Rainbow Fish!' We were all so excited receive the fabrics, felts, papers and iridescent umbrellas! The umbrellas will be turned into five jellfyfish puppets! I just picked up matching iridescent fabric today. And the yellow and green and brown felts will be turned into three - four sea turtle costumes\r\n\r\nJames Otis Elementary School students are enthusiastic, curious learners. They deserve brand new, fresh and colorful materials to craft their dramatic plays. And now, with your support, they have these fun, brand new materials.\r\n\r\nEven the 'un-boxing' was a delightful event. I'm so happy that the kids can see and be part of the process of actually making and building objects for their school plays. I want them to see the original craftwork that goes into making theater. And I want them to learn to be or at least appreciate the art of making things with their own hands!","fullyFundedDate":1735657654612,"projectUrl":"project/rainbow-fish-jelly-fish-costumes-/8990803/","projectTitle":"Rainbow Fish & Jelly Fish Costumes !","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":1144902,"projectId":8649660,"letterContent":"Flu and cold season has mostly missed us in room 203! Your donations of Clorox Wipes, paper towels and items for them to use during indoor recess have truly helped keep our room up and running. \r\n\r\nThe weather has been frigid, somewhat snowy and the playground has been closed. Thankfully, my students haven't missed a beat with the supplies that you have generously donated. \r\n\r\nI truly appreciate your thoughtfulness. My students use the supplies daily to keep our classroom community clean. They make sure that their tables and supplies daily are clean and germ free (as germ free as a classroom of 21 seven and eight year olds can be). \r\n\r\nThank you for donating the necessary supplies to keep our room clean and safe!","fullyFundedDate":1733534084246,"projectUrl":"project/clean-and-bright/8649660/","projectTitle":"Clean and Bright","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ragusa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1144902_orig.png?crop=1072,1072,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651592483611","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1144902"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_62881","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":408,"numTeachers":30,"percentFrplEligible":69,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":20,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":73,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"13.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":68.2,"schoolId":62881,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about James Otis Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"James Otis Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/massachusetts/boston-public-schools/james-otis-elementary-school/62881"}