{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kathryn Stoklosa Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":42.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5147878,"projectId":8869016,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students and the Physical Education department, I would like to sincerely thank you for your generous donation of volleyballs. Your support helps us create a fun, active, and engaging environment where every student can learn teamwork, sportsmanship, and new skills.\r\n\r\nBecause of your contribution, our students now have the opportunity to participate more fully in volleyball activities and develop their confidence through physical activity. Your generosity truly makes a difference in our program and in the lives of our students.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting our school community and promoting lifelong fitness and wellness!","fullyFundedDate":1729628035103,"projectUrl":"project/serve-and-spike/8869016/","projectTitle":"Serve and Spike","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Flabouris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5147878_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1518450903460","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/s-flabouris"},{"teacherId":5878403,"projectId":9195014,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity for the project focused on emotional management for our 5th graders. The commitment you've shown to help us teach our scholars that \"feeling strong emotions is a part of being human\" is truly commendable.\r\n\r\nWe know that our students face unique challenges, including economic and cultural bias, and giving them the tools to navigate their ups and downs is vital. Your efforts are directly contributing to a positive environment in our building, strengthening their mental health, and building better relationships.\r\n\r\n\r\nThis work is foundational, and I deeply appreciate your dedication to these young people.","fullyFundedDate":1744388273568,"projectUrl":"project/all-about-me/9195014/","projectTitle":"All About ME","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pollard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5878403_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723645699028","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5878403"},{"teacherId":9165983,"projectId":9257519,"letterContent":"It is with your generosity that I have a classroom that is stocked with all the classroom essentials. Especially at the end of the school year, getting much needed supplies can be crucial for supporting all students. \r\n\r\nGetting new packages is always a thrill. My students love getting to go down to the main office and act as \"muscle\" to bring up the packages. When we opened these boxes, my students were incredibly excited to see the pencils and expo markers. I even had a few students ask to take a few pencils for over the summer! It was truly a blessing to be given these basic supplies. \r\n\r\nI have some big plans for this new year. Now that I have supplies to start the school year, my classroom feels more organized than ever. I don't have to worry about supplying students with basic supplies; I can turn my attention to supporting my students math journey in creative and thoughtful ways.","fullyFundedDate":1746785246951,"projectUrl":"project/end-of-year-school-supplies/9257519/","projectTitle":"End of Year School Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lindtveit","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9165983_orig.jpg?crop=1088,1088,x187,y123&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691427464404","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9165983"},{"teacherId":2390363,"projectId":9366737,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your generous donation to my project \"Planning for Success\". The materials arrived just as I am starting to map out our learning for the year, and the resource guides have already impacted some of my instruction. The details in Patterns of Power have already shown me ways to tweak my teaching to help the students notice patterns within individual sentences that will lead them to noticing errors they make in sentences they write. \r\n\r\nThe Writing Revolution 2.0 has impacted me even more strongly. While I have no explicit training in teaching writing, this text has provided me with concrete steps and ideas to springboard writing lessons that actually dive into deepening the comprehension that my students have of text that they are reading. It has already offered me ideas of visuals that I have made to support my students and I have mapped out a direction to go in. The beginning lessons have gone very well and I am excited about what is to come!\r\n\r\nFinally, the Word Ladder with Morphemes books are incredible. They clearly show the changes you can make with prefixes and suffixes and open the door to deep discussions about how these changes impact meanings in words. I have also begun to map out a plan to use these in my instruction once we get past these first few weeks.\r\n\r\nI am so excited at the difference these materials have already made in my teaching and I cannot wait to see the impact of these changes in the growth that my students make. Thank you so very much for this gift that will increase the reading and writing growth of my students!","fullyFundedDate":1757079003606,"projectUrl":"project/planning-for-success/9366737/","projectTitle":"Planning for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. M.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2390363_orig.jpg?crop=768,768,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603069947863","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2390363"},{"teacherId":9201473,"projectId":9573568,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to our classroom. We have already started using our \"Home Folders\" for students to bring important papers to and from school. These folders are good quality and will last longer than the ones we have access to. \r\nMy students were very excited to receive the folders, index cards and colored pencils. They really appreciate having colorful materials to work with in class. \r\nWe are working on reading a novel to start the year and we look forward to using our materials to share work with parents and express our understanding of the characters in the novel.\r\nThank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1755911767547,"projectUrl":"project/communicate-with-parents/9573568/","projectTitle":"Communicate With Parents!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jnbaptiste","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9201473"},{"teacherId":4845412,"projectId":9182945,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support in helping to bring supplies to our classroom. The magnetic cabinet locks have been wonderful in keeping materials in the classroom. They have also helped to keep student projects safe from prodding fingers that seem to come about when other students would like to touch and move projects that do not belong to them! Students love getting their materials back in one piece and I love not having to answer questions about missing materials, that have seemed to grown legs and walked away! \r\n Students work hard on their prototypes and being able to pick up where they left off is extremely helpful! It lets them continue working towards a successful prototype solution which is wonderful since we have a short time together! Students love the mini puzzle blocks and are super creative with their prototype solutions. It is nice to have a variety of building materials such as keva planks, legos and now the mini puzzle blocks, in order for students to use their imagination and bring their solutions to life. \r\nThe wipes have been a hit with their wonderful scent! All the students rave about how nice the classroom smells when they walk in, after the previous class that has just cleaned up and used them! They work wonders and since they smell nice students love using them to wipe down the tables and counters.\r\nWe can't thank you enough for providing more engaging materials and necessities (tape!!!!) for all of our project needs this year! Thank you again for your generous donations!","fullyFundedDate":1747063737261,"projectUrl":"project/basics-to-keep-the-ball-rolling-in-stem/9182945/","projectTitle":"Basics to Keep the Ball Rolling in STEM","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McKiernan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4845412_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1508800539725","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4845412"},{"teacherId":5878403,"projectId":9232001,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous gift. Your support directly helps us bring the joy of reading to our students, a gift that will last a lifetime. \r\n\r\nYou understand the allure of unraveling secrets and solving puzzles, and how it sparks a child's curiosity, motivating them to turn each page eagerly. Instead of perceiving reading as mundane, they are finding themselves invested in the characters and their journeys, experiencing joy and excitement. \r\n\r\nYour generosity transforms reading into an enjoyable adventure, making it a pleasurable pursuit rather than a chore. We're deeply appreciative of your belief in the power of a good book.","fullyFundedDate":1744211638531,"projectUrl":"project/motivating-mysteries/9232001/","projectTitle":"Motivating Mysteries","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pollard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5878403_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723645699028","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5878403"},{"teacherId":4509924,"projectId":8133282,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Health classroom! Because of your contributions, my students now have the tools they need to dive into hands-on projects that bring health concepts to life.\r\n\r\nOne of the first projects we began with the new materials was our Lifesize Human Body Project. Students worked together to trace their outlines, then used scissors, glue sticks, and colored pencils to carefully cut out and label major organs. They were so excited to see how each piece came together to form a complete body system, and many proudly displayed their finished work around the classroom.\r\n\r\nThe moment we opened the boxes of supplies was unforgettable—students' faces lit up with excitement. Several said, \"Now we can actually make it look real!\" and \"I can't wait to start my project!\" For many of them, having their own set of basic materials like colored pencils and folders is something new, and it made them feel proud and prepared.\r\n\r\nStudents also created interactive folders with tips, resources, and reflections on digital citizenship. Thanks to your generosity, they were able to express their ideas in creative and meaningful ways, while building skills that directly impact their social and emotional health.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has provided not just supplies, but opportunities for my students to learn, create, and grow with confidence. On behalf of my students, thank you for helping us make Health class both meaningful and memorable!","fullyFundedDate":1705282435336,"projectUrl":"project/middle-school-health-class-supplies/8133282/","projectTitle":"Middle School Health Class Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Farley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4509924_orig.png?crop=601,601,x153,y31&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662397445714","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4509924"},{"teacherId":5878403,"projectId":9062612,"letterContent":"In today's classrooms, most academic platforms used for assessments and interactive learning activities feature an auditory component. This aspect is fundamental to providing a comprehensive educational experience, as it enhances the understanding and retention of material. \r\n\r\nEquipping students with these essential supplies is vital for nurturing a positive academic environment. Headphones improve focus and concentration and enable students to engage with audio content more effectively, fostering independent and self-directed learning. By providing our 5th-grade students with these tools, we can better support their educational journey and ensure they have equal opportunities for success.\r\n\r\nThank you for this opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our students!","fullyFundedDate":1738769004257,"projectUrl":"project/listen-up-x3/9062612/","projectTitle":"Listen Up! X3","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pollard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5878403_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723645699028","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5878403"},{"teacherId":5878403,"projectId":9065244,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your generous support in providing our scholars with basic writing supplies like pencils, glue, and markers. Your contribution plays a vital role in enhancing their learning experience. \r\n\r\nThese tools help them take notes, capture new information, and foster peer connections. With your help, we can continue creating positive, collaborative, and independent learning opportunities in our community.\r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your kindness and commitment to empowering our scholars!","fullyFundedDate":1738769004144,"projectUrl":"project/ready-to-replenish/9065244/","projectTitle":"Ready to Replenish","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pollard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5878403_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723645699028","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5878403"},{"teacherId":3356046,"projectId":8375591,"letterContent":"Tie dye shirts and other clothing items can be a fun and festive way to celebrate the end of the year due to their vibrant colors and unoque designs.. Thank you for all the generous donations that allowed our students to end the school on a positive note. Having each and every student create their own unique T-shirt that they will be able to wear as remembrance of theit 6th grade journey. \r\n\r\nThe students where able to choose from so many different colors and make each one different than their classmates. These are memories that they can look back at and remember the the fun they had.","fullyFundedDate":1715383168267,"projectUrl":"project/soaring-into-7th-grade/8375591/","projectTitle":"Soaring into 7th Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. J","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3356046_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752191346572","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3356046"},{"teacherId":9165983,"projectId":8942296,"letterContent":"The beginning of the school year is the best time of the year. All the fresh supplies, eager students, and excited teachers. Once the school year begins, a lot of this excitement can wane. However, when I received these supplies, everything changed! \r\n\r\nThese supplies, whose project I named \"End of Autumn Refresh\" really did refresh my classroom. Students had finally settled into the year, and it was the perfect opportunity to refill some much needed supplies. I use graph paper almost every day with students, as a way for students to have organized scratch paper. I am a sticky note fiend, so having colorful notes helps me to stay organized and ready to go. \r\n\r\nAdditionally, these tiered paper organizers are a game changer for both me and my students. I can store upcoming assignments and have my own plans set and ready to go. For my students, I started an \"extension worksheet\" organizer so that when students inevitably finish early, they can \"extend\" their learning with review sheets or fun activities. It has created such a powerful shift where students are excited to finish their work to get more!\r\n\r\nNone of this could be possible if it were not for this generous donation! Thank you so much for changing my classroom for the better.","fullyFundedDate":1735657628505,"projectUrl":"project/end-of-autumn-refresh/8942296/","projectTitle":"End of Autumn Refresh","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lindtveit","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9165983_orig.jpg?crop=1088,1088,x187,y123&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691427464404","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9165983"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_31246","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":613,"numTeachers":49,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":41,"percentBlack":4,"percentWhite":13,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":36,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"5 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"12.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":57.1,"schoolId":31246,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Kathryn Stoklosa Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Kathryn Stoklosa Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/massachusetts/lowell-public-schools/katherine-stoklosa-middle-school/31246"}