{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Saccarappa School","outOfStateSupporters":25.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10325782,"projectId":10405705,"letterContent":"Your generosity has brought so much excitement and joy to our students.\r\n\r\nHere in Maine, we have many days during the winter when we have to stay inside for recess because of the cold temperatures. Having new activities to explore gives my students something fun to look forward to on those days when we cannot get outside to play.\r\n\r\nI also use these new activities as incentives for our Friday Preferred Activity Time (PAT). Throughout the week, students earn minutes toward this special time at the end of the day by following classroom rules, making positive choices, and completing their work. Each week, I introduce one new activity, and the students can hardly wait to see what is coming next! These new materials have become a wonderful motivator and give the children something exciting to work toward.\r\n\r\nMy class gets so excited every time I open a new box! Each delivery brings a sense of anticipation as they wonder what new games, toys, or puzzles we have received. Seeing their excitement and curiosity makes each new surprise so special.\r\n\r\nYour donation provides much more than toys and games. It gives my students opportunities to build friendships, practice problem-solving skills, learn to work together, and experience the joy of play. It also helps create positive classroom experiences and encourages students to work hard and make good choices.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping make our classroom an even more fun, engaging, and exciting place to learn! Your kindness and generosity are truly appreciated by all of us!","fullyFundedDate":1789603558057,"projectUrl":"project/play-it-forward/10405705/","projectTitle":"Play It Forward","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bosse","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10325782"},{"teacherId":10325782,"projectId":10453724,"letterContent":"When my first-grade students saw all the snacks that had been delivered, you could feel a sense of relief in the classroom. For some of my students, knowing that they would have food to eat during snack time lifted a weight off their shoulders.\r\n\r\nYour donation provided so much more than food. It provided comfort, security, and a sense of belonging. It helped ease the worry of wondering whether they would have something to eat during the school day.\r\n\r\nSomething as simple as having a snack can make a world of difference in a child's day. Because of your generosity, my students can focus a little less on their hungry bellies and a little more on learning, growing, and being kids.\r\n\r\nThank you for reminding my students that they are cared for, supported, and deserving of the same opportunities as everyone else. Your kindness made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and I cannot thank you enough.","fullyFundedDate":1787218595960,"projectUrl":"project/hungry-hearts/10453724/","projectTitle":"Hungry Hearts","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bosse","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10325782"},{"teacherId":1221296,"projectId":10053056,"letterContent":"Since my project was funded in the spring, I have had the opportunity to watch two different classes use the flexible seating options that were purchased for my classroom. These materials have had a huge impact on the learning in my classroom.\r\n When the materials were first delivered to my classroom in the spring, my students were so excited! Everyone got to try out the different seating options and we had great conversations about finding tools that are a right fit for each student. \r\n As we started this school year, I've slowly introduced the different tools that students can use to help keep their bodies and brains engaged in learning. These kids are just as excited as last year's, and it's great to see them learning more about their own bodies and how to help themselves be more focused learners. They're finally able to get the movement their bodies need while still learning. This wouldn't have been possible without the generous donations to our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1777989248698,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-kids-who-need-to-mo/10053056/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for Kids Who Need to Move!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Allen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1221296"},{"teacherId":1914291,"projectId":10415145,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing snacks for our classroom! Your donation has made a meaningful difference in our students' daily learning experience.\r\n\r\nWhen the snacks arrived, the students were so excited and grateful. Having a snack available during the school day gives students a chance to recharge and helps them return to their work feeling ready to focus and participate. We have been using the snacks during busy learning days, especially when students are working on longer assignments, group activities, and classroom projects.\r\n\r\nOne of the best moments has been seeing how appreciative the students are when it is snack time. Something as simple as having a snack available can help create a comfortable, welcoming classroom where students feel cared for and supported.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through the school year, our students will be working on new lessons and projects that require focus, creativity, collaboration, and perseverance. Thanks to your generosity, they will have one more resource to help them stay energized and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and our students. We truly appreciate your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1789043976030,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-learning/10415145/","projectTitle":"Fueling Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kari Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1914291_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729635173466","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kleinebennett"},{"teacherId":10325782,"projectId":9850597,"letterContent":"Thank You so much for the donations to purchase our classroom rug. The difference in my students ability to stay focused (and not complain that the floor was too hard) was night and day. How could I have gone so long without one?!?\r\n\r\nThe rug became an independent work spot for many of my students. Being able to stretch out on something soft and comfortable improved student's classwork. Their bodies were calm and relaxed which contributed to their focus and work completion. Reading became a whole lot more fun when you can lay on the floor.","fullyFundedDate":1774815047629,"projectUrl":"project/comfort-impacts-learning/9850597/","projectTitle":"Comfort Impacts Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bosse","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10325782"},{"teacherId":1914291,"projectId":10126375,"letterContent":"Providing supplemental snacks during the school day has a positive impact on students' focus, emotional regulation, stamina, and overall success in the classroom. While the school already provides daily fresh fruits and vegetables, having additional snack options available helps support students throughout long academic days and demanding instructional periods. Many students, especially younger learners and students receiving special education services, benefit from small snacks that help them maintain energy and attention between meals. Even when students have eaten breakfast and lunch, it can still be difficult for them to stay fully focused and engaged throughout the day!","fullyFundedDate":1778705323647,"projectUrl":"project/supplemental-snacks/10126375/","projectTitle":"Supplemental Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kari Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1914291_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729635173466","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kleinebennett"},{"teacherId":7119076,"projectId":9854421,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous contribution to our classroom seating options. My students were so excited to see wiggle cushions, bouncy balls, table bands and more, all to help them learn and focus better. We had a great conversation about what our bodies and brains need to learn their best, and many students quickly identified that they like to move while they listen or do work. Now that is possible for my whole class, rather than just a few students. \r\n\r\nThis is a gift that will not only benefit my teaching and students' learning this year, but for future years to come. Know that you have helped 21 students this year and countless future second graders as well!","fullyFundedDate":1761746143907,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-wiggly-learners/9854421/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for Wiggly Learners!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hollatz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7119076_orig.png?crop=366,366,x0,y12&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761238523586","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7119076"},{"teacherId":9000718,"projectId":8872863,"letterContent":"My students and I have absolutely loved our new classroom rug! It's become the heart of our classroom — a place where we gather each morning for morning meetings, share stories during read-aloud time, and work together in small groups. Having a cozy, defined space has helped students feel more connected and focused during lessons.\r\n\r\nWhen the rug arrived, the excitement was contagious! The students immediately wanted to sit on it and said things like, \"It's so soft!\" and \"Now we have a real meeting spot!\" (Before our rug arrived, students were sitting on the chilly floor.) It was amazing to see how something as simple as a rug could transform the room to feel more welcoming and complete.\r\n\r\nNow that our rug has created a warm and inviting space, we're working toward adding more flexible seating options. The next goal is to give students even more choice in how and where they learn — whether that's curling up with a book, collaborating on a project, or finding a quiet corner to think. These changes are helping our classroom become a place where every student can feel comfortable, focused, and inspired.","fullyFundedDate":1730168605326,"projectUrl":"project/rug-for-first-grade-classroom/8872863/","projectTitle":"Rug for First Grade Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Green","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9000718_orig.jpg?crop=172,172,x0,y16&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728644617408","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-green14"},{"teacherId":10163880,"projectId":9563456,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations to our classroom. These donations have truly helped our classroom be more prepared in terms of materials and it has helped our classroom feel more comfortable for students. These donations have taken away the stress for having to provide supplies myself and I truly feel prepared for this school year. In addition, the classroom rug has been a huge addition for our students. Each morning students are able to sit on the rug for our morning meeting, and they look forward to being able to do independent reading on the rug every day!\r\n\r\nIn addition students have shared with me how thankful they are for these donations. Having access to all of the supplies that was donated has allowed students to express their creativity every day, and they continue to share how thankful they are for them. The students also continue to share gratitude for the classroom rug. It is our meeting and students share how this is now one of their favorite parts of their classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1756385955119,"projectUrl":"project/msclinchs-fantastic-fourth-graders/9563456/","projectTitle":"Ms.Clinch’s Fantastic Fourth Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Clinch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10163880"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_65316","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":406,"numTeachers":27,"percentFrplEligible":87,"percentAsian":5,"percentBlack":29,"percentWhite":50,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":7,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":7,"gradesServed":"K - 4","studentTeacherRatio":"15.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":74.7,"schoolId":65316,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Saccarappa School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Saccarappa School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/maine/westbrook-school-district/saccarappa-school/65316"}