{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Milton Bradley Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":39.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9811221,"projectId":9482373,"letterContent":"With these new resources, students were able to play the bucket drums freely while the overall sound level in the room was significantly reduced. The stick covers softened the volume without taking away the fun of drumming, which made a noticeable difference in the classroom environment. Because the noise was more manageable, students were better able to focus, listen to instructions, and engage more deeply in the music-making process. Many students found the experience more enjoyable, and it helped create a space where everyone could learn comfortably. Students were especially excited to see their everyday drumsticks upgraded with the new covers and were eager to try them out from the moment they were introduced. Their enthusiasm carried into rehearsals, where they showed increased interest, participation, and confidence during bucket drumming activities.","fullyFundedDate":1758809731657,"projectUrl":"project/muted-sticks-loud-learning/9482373/","projectTitle":"Muted Sticks, Loud Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. MacNeil","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9811221"},{"teacherId":9722485,"projectId":9603329,"letterContent":"We are extremely grateful for all the support and encouragement we have received. We want to thank you all for giving us the opportunity to be able to provide hygiene products to our students. We are able to help them and teach them proper hygiene as they continue to grow. Thank you for giving us the chance to have different uniform styles in stock. This will help are students feel more comfortable and confident when they come to us without. Thank you for giving us the ability to provide snacks for our students growing minds and body.","fullyFundedDate":1758858379686,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-needs/9603329/","projectTitle":"Classroom Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Matias","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9722485"},{"teacherId":4369283,"projectId":9704619,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my DonorsChoose project. Because of your kindness, I was able to receive laminating materials, Velcro, and folders that are now being used to create hands-on work centers for my students.\r\n\r\nThese materials have already made a meaningful difference in our classroom. The laminated activities and Velcro-based tasks allow students to engage with their learning in a more interactive and durable way, while the folders help keep activities organized and accessible. My students are excited to use these centers, and they are especially helpful for building independence, focus, and confidence.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped transform learning into an engaging, hands-on experience, and I am truly grateful for your investment in my students' success. Thank you for believing in our classroom and for supporting meaningful, student-centered learning.","fullyFundedDate":1767456992057,"projectUrl":"project/word-sort-centers/9704619/","projectTitle":"Word Sort Centers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Santerre","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4369283_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1490745620599","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4369283"},{"teacherId":8794447,"projectId":9255087,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the resources that you provided for the classroom. My students love coming to the small group table when they have the comfortable seats to sit on and enjoy. They also love our PBIS store as incentive every month. Their eyes light up every time that they are able to pick something from the dojo store. It helps to keep them motivated and making good choice for the whole year. \r\n\r\nThese materials will be especially appreciated as we get closer to our busy testing seasons and students need that extra push to stay motivated. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!","fullyFundedDate":1746654304440,"projectUrl":"project/new-materials-for-a-brand-new-year/9255087/","projectTitle":"New Materials for a Brand-New Year","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Beauregard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8794447_orig.jpg?crop=750,750,x0,y22&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738717527120","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8794447"},{"teacherId":6059531,"projectId":9900406,"letterContent":"As you can see from the photos I just sent, the hat and glove tree definitely brings smiles to our student's adorable faces. The tree has never looked better than this year as this is the first year I did a Donors Choose for the tree. The various colors brighten up the tree and really make it kid friendly. It certainly has been a cold December, so far, so the need for students to wear a hat and gloves is there for sure too. Some of the pictures taken were of the students a day or two after they took from the tree, so they are wearing them, day after day. Thank you so much for helping us to bring joy and warmth to our students this holiday season. Best wishes to you both this holiday season and in the new year.","fullyFundedDate":1764272935105,"projectUrl":"project/festive-winter-hat-and-glove-tree/9900406/","projectTitle":"Festive Winter Hat and Glove Tree","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Falcone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6059531_orig.jpg?crop=1216,1216,x214,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760025845324","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6059531"},{"teacherId":4375944,"projectId":9582081,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my classroom and helping to add these resources to our growing science center. \r\n\r\nBeing able to teach my students how to use different science tools including microscopes has been a joy. They love being able to look at the different slides under the microscopes. The kids are amazed at how different everyday objects look up close. I am looking forward to being able to incorporate more specimen slides into my lessons as my students love looking at them. \r\n\r\nThank you again for helping me give my students new experiences in the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1757539197732,"projectUrl":"project/science-center-supplies/9582081/","projectTitle":"Science Center Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bress","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4375944_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1540510795651","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4375944"},{"teacherId":5760479,"projectId":9522006,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our classroom. Because of your support, we were able to purchase sets of high-interest chapter books for students to read in small, guided groups. Titles like The Wild Robot, Harry Potter, and Wonder are already capturing their imaginations and motivating them to read more deeply and confidently.\r\n\r\nYour kindness is helping create meaningful reading experiences, encouraging thoughtful discussion, and building a community of enthusiastic readers. We are truly grateful for the impact you've made on our learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1758829953012,"projectUrl":"project/dive-into-books/9522006/","projectTitle":"Dive Into Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garrow","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5760479_orig.png?crop=812,812,x0,y46&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657764270596","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5760479"},{"teacherId":10188076,"projectId":9621966,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible support! The new resource including such things as our classroom door decor, take a break area, math learning card games, an abundance of color pencils, crayons and markers, have brought an explosion of color and engagement to our second-grade classroom. These items have truly transformed how my students approach learning. The bright colors of the new crayons and markers have also made our drawings so much more appealing. Their reaction when they first saw the new supplies was pure joy; their eyes lit up, and there was an immediate buzz of excitement as they eagerly chose their favorite colors and started drawing. One student, holding up a newly colored picture, exclaimed, \"Look how bright this is! My old crayons were all broken!\" That immediate enthusiasm and renewed interest in their work are exactly what we hoped for, and it's all thanks to your thoughtful contribution.\r\n\r\nThis initial burst of creativity and engagement is just the beginning. Having these fresh, inviting materials has significantly boosted their participation. Our next steps involve integrating the card games into more complex math activities, focusing on addition and subtraction facts, and using the new art supplies for a collaborative classroom mural project that will illustrate our understanding of different aspects of our lives. Your generosity has not only provided essential tools but has also fostered a genuine sense of excitement for learning and creativity in my classroom, setting the stage for deeper, more imaginative exploration throughout the rest of the year. Thank you again for giving my students the gift of discovery and vibrant learning!","fullyFundedDate":1755860173987,"projectUrl":"project/embrace-students-creative-minds/9621966/","projectTitle":"Embrace Students Creative Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lumpkin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10188076"},{"teacherId":5931058,"projectId":9468737,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our classroom! The students love how bright and decorated the room is! It's always so nice to have fresh pencils and materials the start the year. The pencil containers are perfect for easy access to highlighters, pencils and erasers during the day.\r\n\r\nWith the cold weather coming we have definitely benefited from the tissues and wipes! Staying healthy is one of our top priorities and having these things has been an immense help. \r\nThank you again for donating year after year to make our classroom a home! We greatly appreciate it!","fullyFundedDate":1755702350012,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-fresh-start/9468737/","projectTitle":"New Year, Fresh Start!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ryan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5931058_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1538247639990","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5931058"},{"teacherId":4375944,"projectId":9331644,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my project. These graph paper notebooks are a game changer in the classroom. Other than pencils, these books are probably the most used tool in my classroom. Students use them everyday to show their learning. These books have helped reduce the amount of loose papers filling folders and cabinets.\r\n\r\nThe organization cart has been a great tool to help organize different math center activities. It has given me a place to keep our classroom whiteboards, dry erase markers, and erasers. Students know what drawers hold what activities and it makes center rotations much smoother. \r\n\r\nI appreciate your continued support of my students and my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1754354805717,"projectUrl":"project/new-school-year-new-graph-paper-noteboo/9331644/","projectTitle":"New School Year, New Graph Paper Notebooks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bress","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4375944_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1540510795651","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4375944"},{"teacherId":9811221,"projectId":9385091,"letterContent":"This project made a big difference for our students. Before, many of them were trying to make broken materials work, which slowed down rehearsals and made students feel discouraged. Having enough reeds and other basic supplies meant everyone could participate comfortably and confidently. Instead of worrying about equipment, students could focus on learning, practicing, and enjoying music.\r\n\r\nWe also saw students take more pride in their playing. With the right supplies, they practiced more, sounded better, and felt like a real band. Their confidence grew, and they were excited to show what they could do. It helped students feel supported and successful.","fullyFundedDate":1752586485783,"projectUrl":"project/kickstart-the-sound-band-supplies-for-s/9385091/","projectTitle":"Kickstart the Sound: Band Supplies for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. MacNeil","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9811221"},{"teacherId":7968056,"projectId":9244527,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation. All of these materials will be used for positive behavior incentives throughout the year. We have already used the pumpkins for pumpkin painting and the popsicles for extra recess.\r\n\r\nI really appreciate your generous donations and your consideration of our classroom. The rest of the materials are used in our class store. Students can earn prizes with their class points. They have been loving the store and using all the materials. Thank you again for always considering us.","fullyFundedDate":1746786399693,"projectUrl":"project/pbis-galore/9244527/","projectTitle":"PBIS Galore!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sears","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7968056_orig.jpg?crop=568,568,x0,y30&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628910228358","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7968056"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_63637","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":385,"numTeachers":39,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":16,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":73,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"9.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":60.9,"schoolId":63637,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Milton Bradley Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Milton Bradley Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/massachusetts/springfield-public-school-district/milton-bradley-elementary-school/63637"}