{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Samuel Adams Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":31.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":802726,"projectId":9941823,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for all of the snacks you provided us through the donation. I was able to purchase snack items such as Pepperidge Farm Goldfish crackers, Veggie Straws, Welch's Fruit Snacks, Made Granola bars, and so much more for all 4th-, 5th-, and 6th-grade students.\r\n\r\nThese snacks allowed me to provide a small snack throughout the school day, on testing days, and to offer some students a small array of snacks during the winter school break. The students were highly ecstatic, grateful, and appreciative of the donations. The students often tell me they are hungry and cannot focus or pay attention to what is being asked of them as 4th graders. The snacks allow them to eat quickly, so they are not hungry and can continue their activities and lessons.\r\n\r\nThis school year has been an eye-opener as we've realized the extent of hunger issues among our students and their families. It's not just hunger, but a desperate need for food that some of our students are facing. They come to school hungry, and not only that, they ask for food to take home. They ask for snacks for siblings and a snack to take for lunch. Your generosity and support have been a lifeline for these students, and we are incredibly grateful for it!","fullyFundedDate":1766026071795,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-snacks-for-a-focused-body-grow/9941823/","projectTitle":"Healthy Snacks for a Focused Body & Growth Mindset!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Centeio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp802726_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1532746803468","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/elizabeth-centeio"},{"teacherId":8285102,"projectId":10047459,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping us purchase a trampoline for our Brain Booster space! Your generosity is already making a powerful difference in our K1 classroom.\r\n\r\nIn early childhood, movement is learning. Our students need opportunities to jump, bounce, and release energy in order to refocus and regulate their bodies. The trampoline has become an essential tool to help students reset, build coordination, and strengthen self-regulation skills throughout the day.\r\n\r\nWith the trampoline, our students are:\r\n\r\nImproving balance and gross motor development\r\n\r\nPracticing turn-taking and self-control\r\n\r\nRegulating their bodies before returning to learning\r\n\r\nBuilding confidence in a safe and structured way\r\n\r\nFor some of our learners, especially in our inclusive classroom, short movement breaks are critical. The trampoline provides a positive and proactive way to support sensory needs and help students feel ready to learn. We've already seen smoother transitions and improved focus after a quick \"brain boost\" jump session!\r\n\r\nWhat may seem like a simple piece of equipment is truly a tool for emotional regulation, physical development, and academic readiness.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the whole child and supporting our young learners. Your generosity helps create a classroom where students can move, grow, and thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1771025636960,"projectUrl":"project/the-brain-boost-bouncer/10047459/","projectTitle":"The Brain Boost Bouncer","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dougherty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8285102_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661285054232","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8285102"},{"teacherId":8285102,"projectId":9957157,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom by providing Makdo construction tools! Because of your generosity, our K1 students now have the opportunity to build, design, and create in ways that were not possible before.\r\n\r\nOur classroom loves to build. With the Makdo tools, students are safely connecting cardboard pieces, experimenting with structure, and turning their imaginative ideas into real creations. We have already seen houses, rockets, animal homes, and even \"doctor offices\" come to life!\r\n\r\nThese tools are doing so much more than helping us build:\r\n\r\nStudents are strengthening fine motor skills.\r\n\r\nThey are practicing teamwork and communication.\r\n\r\nThey are learning problem-solving and perseverance.\r\n\r\nThey are developing early engineering and math concepts.\r\n\r\nIn our inclusive classroom, hands-on learning allows every child to shine. Some students who are quieter during circle time light up when they are designing and constructing with their peers. Watching them collaborate, share tools, and proudly explain their creations has been incredible.\r\n\r\nYour support is helping our young learners become creative thinkers, confident builders, and collaborative problem-solvers.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and in the power of play-based learning.","fullyFundedDate":1765898764140,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-building-tools-for-k1-students/9957157/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Building Tools for K1 Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dougherty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8285102_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661285054232","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8285102"},{"teacherId":8285102,"projectId":9794276,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom with storage for our paint and paintbrushes! Because of your generosity, our young learners now have an organized, accessible space for their art materials.\r\n\r\nIn our K1 classroom, art is more than just painting — it's how we build fine motor skills, express emotions, practice sharing, and strengthen creativity. Before this project, keeping our paint and brushes organized was a challenge. Materials would get mixed together, brushes would bend, and clean-up time was overwhelming for little hands.\r\n\r\nNow, with proper storage:\r\n\r\nStudents can independently access materials.\r\n\r\nWe can teach responsibility and care for classroom tools.\r\n\r\nBrushes dry properly and last longer.\r\n\r\nTransitions are smoother and more structured.\r\n\r\nOur art area feels calm, welcoming, and inspiring.\r\n\r\nOrganization might seem small, but in a classroom of young children, it makes a big difference. When materials are clearly stored and easy to manage, students feel confident and capable. They are learning how to take care of shared resources and work together as a team.\r\n\r\nYour kindness directly supports creativity, independence, and joyful learning in our inclusive classroom. Every time a student picks up a paintbrush and proudly creates their masterpiece, it's because of you.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of our hearts, thank you for believing in our little learners and their big imaginations!","fullyFundedDate":1768885027624,"projectUrl":"project/organizing-our-art-a-home-for-paints-an/9794276/","projectTitle":"Organizing Our Art: A Home for Paints and Brushes","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dougherty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8285102_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661285054232","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8285102"},{"teacherId":2095088,"projectId":9891977,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity in supporting our classroom! Because of your donations, my students have learned about Gyotaku, the traditional Japanese method of printing fish. Additionally, we used these lessons to make connections to the local fish and ecology in our East Boston school neighborhood. \r\n\r\nStudents absolutely loved the hands-on aspects of this project. From feeling the different textures of the scales and fins on the fish replicas to using brayers and brushes to apply the block printing ink, students were fully engaged in the art making process. My favorite part of this project was when the artists pulled their paper off the fish and had the magical moment of seeing the prints they had created.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for giving my students this incredible opportunity!","fullyFundedDate":1764732171375,"projectUrl":"project/printmaking-to-learn-about-our-seashore/9891977/","projectTitle":"Printmaking to Learn About Our Seashore!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Joyce","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2095088_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y162&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1602242832994","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-pietrowicz"},{"teacherId":2256837,"projectId":7210723,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom. Because of you, my students have access to an iPad that is already expanding how they learn, practice skills, and engage with lessons in meaningful ways that has benefited multiple classes for years!\r\n\r\nThe protective case you provided ensures the iPad can be used safely and confidently by students, allowing them to work independently while developing responsibility and care for shared classroom tools. This has made technology access more inclusive and stress-free for everyone.\r\n\r\nThis iPad is more than a device—it is a tool that supports engagement, differentiation, and communication. \r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and for helping create learning experiences that are engaging, accessible, and impactful. We are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1683568578145,"projectUrl":"project/ipad-i-can/7210723/","projectTitle":"IPAD, I Can!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kindorf's ABA Classroom","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2256837_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1503453038953","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jill-kindorf"},{"teacherId":2256837,"projectId":9225447,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our classroom. \r\n\r\nThe literacy, math, and STEM resources you donated—such as word-building tools, phonics and number games, and fraction and decimal card games—have transformed practice into play. Students are strengthening foundational skills while staying engaged, confident, and motivated. These materials support a wide range of learners and help reduce anxiety by making learning feel approachable and fun.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the social-emotional and sensory tools help students stay focused, make positive choices, and regulate their emotions, creating a classroom environment where all students feel supported and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, learning in our classroom is fun, inclusive, and collaborative. Especially with the new game \"Uzzle\"! Thank you for believing in my students and for making such a meaningful difference in their day-to-day learning experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1750787793012,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-school/9225447/","projectTitle":"Tools for School!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kindorf's ABA Classroom","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2256837_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1503453038953","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jill-kindorf"},{"teacherId":2256837,"projectId":9745064,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous donation and for believing in the power of thoughtful, hands-on learning. Your support is already making a meaningful difference, and I am deeply grateful for the care and intention behind every item you helped provide.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our students now have access to engaging phonemic awareness tools that will strengthen foundational reading skills in joyful, confidence-building ways. Resources like the rhyming sound centers, sound segmenting trays, Elkonin boxes, and sound box mats give students the opportunity to hear, see, and manipulate sounds in ways that truly meet them where they are. These materials turn abstract concepts into concrete experiences, helping students grow as readers while feeling successful and supported.\r\n\r\nEqually impactful is the incredible range of sensory and social-emotional learning tools your donation made possible. Items such as stress balls, cloud clay, bendable fidgets, bubble pop toys, motion bubblers, and tactile sensory toys are already becoming essential supports in our classroom. They provide students with safe, healthy ways to regulate their emotions, manage anxiety, and refocus their energy. For many children, these tools are not just \"extras\" — they are vital supports that allow them to participate fully in learning.\r\n\r\nThe mindfulness and breathing tools, including the guided breathing ball and visual meditation lamps, are especially meaningful. These resources help students learn lifelong self-regulation strategies, offering calm moments during busy days and teaching them how to recognize and respond to their own emotions. Having these tools available sends a powerful message to students: their well-being matters.\r\n\r\nYour generosity goes beyond materials. It creates an environment where students feel safe to take risks, where learning feels accessible, and where emotional needs are honored alongside academic growth. Every puzzle, fidget, tray, and calming tool will be used intentionally — in small groups, calming corners, literacy centers, and moments when a child simply needs support to breathe, reset, and try again.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students, our classroom, and our community. Your kindness has a lasting impact, and we are so appreciative of your support. Because of you, our students are learning, growing, and thriving in ways that would not have been possible otherwise.","fullyFundedDate":1758863225077,"projectUrl":"project/keep-calm-and-learn-on/9745064/","projectTitle":"Keep Calm and Learn on!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kindorf's ABA Classroom","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2256837_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1503453038953","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jill-kindorf"},{"teacherId":548195,"projectId":9926486,"letterContent":"Thank you SO much for supporting my project to get stools for my science classroom. Before this, we were using metal folding chairs from the auditorium that were unsafe for young children. (We also had to shuttle them to the auditorium every time they were needed and figure out where my scientists would sit at that time!). \r\n\r\nStudents are really enjoying using them. They are wonderful because they stack for easy clean up at the end of the day and between classes to sweep up all the materials we have used. They are also great because students can push them under the table and complete their lab work standing to easily move around and get equipment.\r\n\r\nThank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1764689719347,"projectUrl":"project/scientific-seating/9926486/","projectTitle":"Scientific Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McNiff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp548195_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1485986186865","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/548195"},{"teacherId":7789701,"projectId":9731240,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support and for believing in the importance of students' social-emotional well-being. Because of your funding, I was able to provide hands-on counseling materials that helped my students better understand their emotions and feel more supported during challenging moments at school.\r\n\r\nMany of my students come to counseling carrying big feelings such as anxiety, frustration, or uncertainty. The materials you helped provide allowed me to teach coping, regulation, and problem-solving skills in ways that felt engaging and safe. Students were able to express themselves more openly, practice calming strategies, and build confidence as they learned how to navigate their emotions.\r\n\r\nYour support also allowed me to deepen my work in both individual and small-group counseling sessions. I saw students become more comfortable sharing, more willing to try new strategies, and more proud of their progress. Teachers noticed students using these skills in the classroom, which reinforced their learning and supported their overall success.\r\n\r\nI am truly grateful for your investment in my students. Your generosity has helped create a space where children feel understood, empowered, and capable of growth, and it has made a lasting difference in their school experience.","fullyFundedDate":1758863224845,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-big-feelings-and-bright-future/9731240/","projectTitle":"Tools for Big Feelings and Bright Futures","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Cameron","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7789701_orig.jpg?crop=247,247,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758297037161","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7789701"},{"teacherId":2095088,"projectId":9595979,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity! Having the color-changing light table in our classroom has added so much to our artist space!\r\n\r\nMy youngest artists have been enjoying using the table and its light changing-features to explore color mixing and building with magnetic tiles. It feels like magic when we use the color changing feature and their creations light up and switch colors and hues. It makes such an exciting difference when students can see the lights coming together to mix new colors - for example when the blue lights turn the yellow tiles green, and they can touch the tiles on the table, than if we were just watching a video. Students get visibly excited, clap their hands, and giggle when we use the tables and it just brings so much joy to our classroom. Thank you so much!\r\n\r\nAn added and unexpected bonus was realizing my older students also greatly benefit from this light table! We recently used the table to help complete our flip book projects!","fullyFundedDate":1758863225455,"projectUrl":"project/light-up-our-world-with-color/9595979/","projectTitle":"Light Up Our World With Color","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Joyce","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2095088_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y162&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1602242832994","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-pietrowicz"},{"teacherId":1035024,"projectId":9558266,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations! For years, I have stored student Chromebooks in charging tubs on the ground. While it did the job, I had tubs in two separate locations and being on the ground made it a safety hazard. Now, our charging cart stores all computers neatly in one location. Now, students all have a designated spot and easy access to plug in their charging cable. \r\n\r\nIt may sound like a small thing, but having an organized classroom is necessary for successful learning. 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