{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Thomas J Kenny Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":31.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9073625,"projectId":9429610,"letterContent":"Thank you again for supporting our project, \"A Seriously Fun Journey into First Grade Literacy.\" Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in my classroom. The new books have helped introduce important literacy skills such as making predictions, identifying characters and settings, retelling stories, and discussing the message of a text. During our read-alouds, we pause to ask questions, talk about what characters are feeling, and look for clues in the illustrations and words. Books like The Day the Crayons Quit, Creepy Carrots!, and David Goes to School make these lessons fun and engaging while helping students build strong reading comprehension skills.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is a very interactive experience. Students gather together during read-aloud time to listen, laugh, and share their ideas about the story. We often turn reading into discussions where students make connections to their own lives, predict what might happen next, and explain their thinking using evidence from the text. The variety of books we received allows us to explore different types of stories while encouraging students to develop a love for reading.\r\n\r\nSeveral of my students have especially connected with these new books. Some students who were previously hesitant to participate are now eager to raise their hands and share their thoughts during story time. Others love revisiting the funny and surprising moments in the stories and asking to read them again. Seeing their excitement and curiosity grow has been incredibly rewarding. Because of your support, my students are not only improving their literacy skills but are also discovering the joy that comes from reading and sharing stories together.","fullyFundedDate":1756602195653,"projectUrl":"project/a-seriously-fun-journey-into-first-grade/9429610/","projectTitle":"A Seriously Fun Journey into First Grade Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tavarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9073625_orig.png?crop=600,600,x93,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757519430656","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9073625"},{"teacherId":9073625,"projectId":9338936,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, I was able to purchase a $100 Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) gift card, which allowed me to access high-quality educational resources specifically designed for my students' needs. Technology and digital resources like those on TPT help teachers bring engaging, interactive learning activities into the classroom. With these materials, I can provide differentiated lessons, hands-on activities, and visual supports that help my students better understand new concepts in reading, writing, and other subjects. These resources allow me to reinforce skills in creative ways that keep students motivated and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for my students has been the variety of engaging activities we can now use during lessons and centers. Many of the materials include colorful visuals, interactive worksheets, and structured activities that make learning feel fun and meaningful. Instead of using only traditional worksheets, students can practice skills through games, task cards, and interactive learning tasks that encourage participation and collaboration. These resources also help me adapt lessons to meet the different learning levels in my classroom.\r\n\r\nSome of my students, especially those who need extra support, have really benefited from these new materials. The clear visuals and structured activities help them stay focused and understand the lesson better. I have noticed that students who sometimes struggle to stay engaged are more willing to participate and complete their work when using these interactive resources. Because of your generosity, I can continue providing meaningful learning experiences that help my students build confidence and succeed in the classroom. Thank you for supporting our learning community!","fullyFundedDate":1750899619004,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-classrooms-a-gift-card-from/9338936/","projectTitle":"Empowering Classrooms: A gift card from Teachers Pay Teachers Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tavarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9073625_orig.png?crop=600,600,x93,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757519430656","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9073625"},{"teacherId":9073625,"projectId":9148231,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have a more organized, flexible, and comfortable classroom environment where they can focus and learn. When the colorful floor cushions arrived, the students were so excited to have flexible seating options where they could sit comfortably while reading, working in groups, or participating in discussions. The new storage carts and organizers have helped us keep our classroom materials neat and easy for students to access independently.\r\n\r\nStudents love choosing a floor pad during reading time, and it has made our literacy centers feel more inviting and engaging. The rolling carts allow us to quickly move supplies around the classroom so students can easily participate in different learning stations and activities. Our desk organizers and storage systems have also helped students practice responsibility by keeping their work areas tidy.\r\n\r\nOne special moment was during our reading workshop when students grabbed a cushion, spread out around the room, and excitedly began reading their books in their new cozy spots. The classroom calendar and display stands help us stay organized and highlight student work, which makes students feel proud of their accomplishments.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our classroom now feels more welcoming, organized, and student-centered. These materials will continue to support collaborative learning, independent work, and engaging lessons throughout the year. Thank you for helping create a space where my students feel comfortable, motivated, and ready to learn every day.","fullyFundedDate":1746561562444,"projectUrl":"project/operation-desk-declutter-the-great-st/9148231/","projectTitle":"Operation: Desk Declutter – The Great Storage Showdown","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tavarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9073625_orig.png?crop=600,600,x93,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757519430656","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9073625"},{"teacherId":448599,"projectId":9804667,"letterContent":"I cannot begin to describe how thrilled the kindergarteners were to receive this amazing dollhouse and all of the furniture and people for inside. Their eyes absolutely lit up with excitement upon the giant box arriving in our classroom, and the joy only built from there. They have been playing pretend with this dollhouse every single day since its arrival. They tell stories and communicate with each other, learning to take turns and share, and all of this is possible thanks to you. You have made such a difference. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1767812545119,"projectUrl":"project/dollhouse-drama/9804667/","projectTitle":"Dollhouse Drama!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Czaja","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp448599_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1454525394318","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-czaja"},{"teacherId":1581888,"projectId":9559445,"letterContent":"This wonderful donation of books has dramatically improved students' reading engagement and interest in books. With the addition of many new titles, students now have greater access to books that match their interests, reading levels, and curiosity. This increased access has sparked excitement around reading and encouraged students to spend more time exploring different genres and authors.\r\n\r\nOne of the most meaningful impacts of the donation is that students are able to take books home. Many students were previously limited in the number of books they had access to outside of school, but now they are building small personal libraries and reading more regularly at home. Being able to keep and share books with their families has strengthened the connection between school and home reading.\r\n\r\nAs a result, students' reading habits have improved significantly. They are reading more frequently, discussing books with classmates, and showing greater enthusiasm during reading time. Teachers are also seeing growth in students' reading stamina, comprehension, and confidence. Overall, the book donation has helped foster a stronger culture of reading and has played an important role in supporting students' academic growth and lifelong interest in books.","fullyFundedDate":1764763595653,"projectUrl":"project/a-novel-idea/9559445/","projectTitle":"A Novel Idea","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vale","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1581888_orig.png?crop=630,630,x0,y60&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1701188676887","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1581888"},{"teacherId":448599,"projectId":9804550,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my project! My students are so lucky to have many new sensory toys to explore. These tools are helping them to learn how to self regulate and are also building vocabulary and social skills. They absolutely adore the kinetic sand and would happily play with it all day!\r\nYour donations have shown my students that their education is important and they they are valued as learners. Thank you so very much for considering us as you plan your charitable donations. We truly appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1763508701437,"projectUrl":"project/super-sensory-supplies/9804550/","projectTitle":"Super Sensory Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Czaja","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp448599_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1454525394318","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-czaja"},{"teacherId":448599,"projectId":9731412,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my project! My students absolutely love all of the toys and games you have provided for them. The ice cream shop play set is possibly the most popular activity, but the baby dolls are a close second! My students get so much out of learning through play; their vocabulary is increasing, their ability to cooperate has improved, and most of all, they are having fun as they learn. Thank you again for supporting us and letting us know that you value my students' education.","fullyFundedDate":1760923816763,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-centers-learning-through-p/9731412/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Centers: Learning through Play!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Czaja","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp448599_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1454525394318","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-czaja"},{"teacherId":9869022,"projectId":9634474,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has become a more welcoming, organized, and functional learning space. We use the new area rug every day for whole-group lessons, read-alouds, class meetings, and partner discussions. It has become a calm and comfortable gathering space where students feel ready to listen, share, and learn together.\r\n\r\nThe cubby storage cabinet, clear drawer units, and rolling carts have made a huge impact on our daily routines. Students now have clear, accessible places for their materials, which has increased independence and reduced time spent searching for supplies. When the materials first arrived, students were thrilled, they immediately noticed how \"neat\" and \"grown-up\" the classroom felt and took pride in organizing and caring for their space.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, these resources will continue to support small-group instruction, hands-on learning, and collaborative projects as students take on more challenging work. Your generosity has created a classroom environment that promotes focus, responsibility, and community, and it will benefit our students throughout the year and beyond. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1758849020137,"projectUrl":"project/from-floor-to-shelf-a-fresh-start-for-o/9634474/","projectTitle":"From Floor to Shelf: A Fresh Start for Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Riley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9869022_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755541036367","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/makayla-riley"},{"teacherId":4082704,"projectId":6823657,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, our speech and language students now have access to colorful, engaging visuals that bring communication to life! The color printer has allowed me to create vibrant visual schedules, personalized core communication boards, and picture supports that make daily routines and lessons more accessible for all of my students. Many of my students rely on visuals to understand directions, express their wants and needs, and participate fully in classroom discussions — and having high-quality, clear images has made an immediate difference in their confidence and engagement.\r\n\r\nThe students are especially excited by how their communication materials now look \"just like the teachers'\" — colorful, laminated, and easy to use! They love choosing their own icons for feelings, classroom activities, or stories we read together. The bright visuals capture their attention and help them stay focused during speech sessions, small groups, and classroom lessons. For students who are learning to use AAC (augmentative and alternative communication), these printed visuals are a bridge to help them communicate more independently and confidently.\r\n\r\nOne student, who used to rely on gestures and single words, now proudly uses his personalized core board to make full sentences like, \"I want to play outside.\" Another student who struggles with transitions has made huge progress using her visual schedule — she now points to each step and says, \"I'm ready!\" Your gift has made these moments possible. Thank you for helping my students find their voices and build the communication skills they need to succeed both in school and beyond.","fullyFundedDate":1663279755187,"projectUrl":"project/create-print-communicate/6823657/","projectTitle":"Create, Print, Communicate!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Colleary","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4082704"},{"teacherId":448599,"projectId":9371980,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations. Thanks to you, we are well supplied for the upcoming school year. Our students will have all of the tools that they need to do their best learning this year.\r\nIt is sad that we even have to ask for donations for essentials like scissors, tape, and glue, but unfortunately it is necessary. It is so kind of you to take the burden of purchasing these supplies off of the shoulders of teachers. You truly make us feel appreciated and loved. Thank you so very much!","fullyFundedDate":1754332199084,"projectUrl":"project/super-supplies/9371980/","projectTitle":"Super Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Czaja","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp448599_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1454525394318","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-czaja"},{"teacherId":448599,"projectId":9371857,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations. Everything looks great! Our classroom space is so cheerful this year! We've been able to create a cozy, comfortable, welcoming learning nook for our students, in what was a bare, ugly hallway area. Students feel happy and comfortable in our space now, and we love working in it. Thanks to you, our students (and teachers!) feel valued. We know that our learning matters. Thank you again for thinking of us, and for helping us make our space as wonderful as possible.","fullyFundedDate":1753975274610,"projectUrl":"project/beautify-our-space/9371857/","projectTitle":"Beautify Our Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Czaja","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp448599_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1454525394318","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-czaja"},{"teacherId":448599,"projectId":9101910,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your generous donations. My kindergarten and first graders are already getting a great deal of use out of the alphabet tools you've provided for them. The hands-on materials are helping them to build their skills with letter identification and letter sounds. They especially love the alphabet tubs that contain miniatures that begin with each letter of the alphabet. In addition to building their alphabet skills, these tubs are also increasing their vocabulary. What a great tool! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1746787016475,"projectUrl":"project/awesome-alphabet/9101910/","projectTitle":"Awesome Alphabet","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Czaja","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp448599_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1454525394318","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-czaja"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_62935","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":329,"numTeachers":27,"percentFrplEligible":58,"percentAsian":11,"percentBlack":31,"percentWhite":21,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":27,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"12.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":68.3,"schoolId":62935,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Thomas J Kenny Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Thomas J Kenny Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/massachusetts/boston-public-schools/thomas-j-kenny-elementary-school/62935"}