{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Blackstone Innovation School","outOfStateSupporters":34.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3131179,"projectId":10381217,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting Building Balance Inside and Out! These new resources are helping me create an even more intentional, engaging, and welcoming yoga and social emotional learning classroom for my PreK through third grade students. We use these materials to practice emotional awareness, build kindness and empathy, develop problem solving skills, and explore strategies for navigating big feelings in healthy ways.\r\n\r\nOne of the most meaningful parts of my teaching is watching students connect classroom resources to their own lives. Whether they are reflecting on a challenging moment in our Think Space, practicing affirmations during our closing ritual, or working together to explore kindness, these tools give students opportunities to build confidence, develop independence, and learn that their feelings matter. The resources also bring fresh energy to familiar routines and create more opportunities for student voice and choice.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue weaving these tools into our daily yoga and SEL lessons so students can practice using them independently and carry these skills beyond our classroom. My hope is that every student leaves with a growing toolkit of strategies to help them feel grounded, navigate challenges, build meaningful relationships, and care for themselves and others. Thank you for investing in our students and helping us build balance, both inside and out!","fullyFundedDate":1786030538989,"projectUrl":"project/building-balance-inside-and-out/10381217/","projectTitle":"Building Balance Inside and Out","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Mac","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3131179_orig.png?crop=722,722,x191,y36&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786326980720","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/coachmacboston"},{"teacherId":3131179,"projectId":10381260,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting A Mindful Start to the School Year! Your generosity has helped me create a welcoming, intentional space where students can build emotional awareness, practice kindness, and develop lifelong tools for their well-being.\r\n\r\nMy students have been especially excited to explore the new resources and make them their own. From refreshing our Think Space with problem-solving tools and reflective printables to bringing new life to our affirmation station, these materials give students more opportunities to practice independence, express themselves, and make thoughtful choices. One of our favorite activities has been the Crumpled Heart lesson, which helped students explore how our words and actions affect others. It was a meaningful way to revisit kindness and empathy and remind students that even when we apologize, our words can leave an impact.\r\n\r\nThese resources are becoming part of our everyday classroom routines. Students are learning to recognize their feelings, work through challenges, and access strategies that help them feel safe, supported, and ready to learn. As we continue through the school year, we will build on these skills through yoga, mindfulness, social emotional learning, and community building.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping make these experiences possible. Your support reaches far beyond the materials themselves. You are helping create a classroom where every child has the opportunity to feel seen, practice self regulation, build confidence, and grow into a compassionate member of our community. I am so grateful to have you as part of our journey!","fullyFundedDate":1788267458515,"projectUrl":"project/a-mindful-start-to-the-school-year/10381260/","projectTitle":"A Mindful Start to the School Year","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Mac","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3131179_orig.png?crop=722,722,x191,y36&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786326980720","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/coachmacboston"},{"teacherId":3131179,"projectId":10687674,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting Books for Basil! Basil has been a beloved member of our Blackstone classroom community for five years, and these new books help us build on the meaningful connections students have already developed with our classroom bearded dragon.\r\n\r\nIn our yoga and social emotional learning classroom, books are an important part of how we introduce big ideas in ways that are accessible, engaging, and meaningful for our youngest learners. Through stories, students explore empathy, kindness, responsibility, and respect for all living beings. These books also spark curiosity, encourage students to ask questions, build literacy skills, and help us connect our lessons to the world around us.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is interactive and full of student voice. We pause to make predictions, share observations, connect stories to our own experiences, and reflect on how we can put the lessons into practice. Basil provides a special opportunity for students to connect what they read to a living creature they know and care about. Students are excited to learn more about his needs and how we can be responsible, compassionate caregivers.\r\n\r\nYour generosity makes it possible to bring these important lessons to life through literature, hands on learning, and our classroom community. Thank you for helping us nurture a love of reading while teaching children that caring for ourselves, one another, and all living beings is an essential part of learning. Basil and our classroom community are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1791139767834,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-basil/10687674/","projectTitle":"Books for Basil","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Mac","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3131179_orig.png?crop=722,722,x191,y36&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786326980720","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/coachmacboston"},{"teacherId":5536398,"projectId":10504198,"letterContent":"These materials have made such a big difference for my second graders. With the folders, notebooks, and sheet protectors they now have one place to keep all of their writing resources. They can continue to use and add to these materials throughout the year. I have already noticed growth in their independence when it comes to writing!\r\n\r\nMy students were especially excited about the little notebooks and love having a place to keep their writing and ideas. They have been currently using these materials to write personal recounts. \r\n\r\nThank you for your support in getting us what we need to get writing off to a great start this year!","fullyFundedDate":1787525145310,"projectUrl":"project/writing-supplies/10504198/","projectTitle":"Writing Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Peters","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5536398_orig.jpg?crop=1884,1884,x655,y433&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683916394015","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5536398"},{"teacherId":10403728,"projectId":10017862,"letterContent":"Our students absolutely LOVE the new donations! They have been able to explore, engage, and enjoy materials that support their sensory needs while helping them feel calm, comfortable, and regulated throughout the school day. We have even welcomed students from other classrooms who benefit from using these materials to help calm their bodies when they are feeling overwhelmed.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful to our generous donors for making this possible. Your support has made a meaningful difference in our classroom and has provided our students with opportunities to explore, regulate, and learn in ways that meet their individual needs. Thank you for investing in our students and helping create a more welcoming and supportive environment for everyone!","fullyFundedDate":1778073233936,"projectUrl":"project/inclusive-play-for-students-with-multipl/10017862/","projectTitle":"Inclusive Play for Students with Multiple Disabilities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tisha","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10403728_orig.jpg?crop=1099,1099,x46,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768277795273","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403728"},{"teacherId":657989,"projectId":10348202,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in supporting our math classroom project! The package arrived filled with a variety of organizational and learning tools, and my students were thrilled to open everything.\r\nThese resources continue to positively impact the way we learn math. We are already putting the chart paper to use for building our many math anchor charts, providing students with valuable references to use throughout each unit. The cardstock and lamination sheets are letting me create durable math station materials that we can reuse all year. The time saved from not having to re-create each set of lesson materials is a real gift!\r\nOur daily math routines are much smoother now. Students are using their individual whiteboards and dry-erase markers to show their active participation and solve equations in real time. They absolutely love using those whiteboards! \r\nFinally, the glue sticks and quality black markers have allowed us to set up dedicated math journals where students document their problem-solving steps. My hope is that these journals are so valuable to each of them that they take them with them as they move onto their new schools next year.\r\nYour gift did more than just supply our classroom with tools; it showed my students that a community of people stands behind them, cheering on their academic success. Thank you for investing in their future and making our daily math block an engaging, hands-on experience.","fullyFundedDate":1787194892505,"projectUrl":"project/creativity-and-critical-thinking-through/10348202/","projectTitle":"Creativity and Critical Thinking Through Math!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lewis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp657989_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661365411070","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kelly-lewis"},{"teacherId":5570932,"projectId":10234638,"letterContent":"The new resources have already made a big difference in our classroom! My students are using the organizing bins to help keep our materials neat and easy to find. We are practicing putting items back in the correct bin after centers and activities, which is helping students build independence and learn important classroom routines.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new materials, they were excited to explore them and immediately wanted to see what was inside each bin. We have been turning organization into a learning experience by practicing sorting, cleaning up, and taking care of our classroom together.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue practicing our clean-up routine and teaching students how to independently choose a bin, use the materials, and return everything to its proper place. These simple routines are helping our young learners feel more confident and responsible in the classroom. Thank you for helping us create a more organized and welcoming learning environment!","fullyFundedDate":1787194892187,"projectUrl":"project/organized-classroom-happy-learners/10234638/","projectTitle":"Organized Classroom, Happy Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Elias","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5570932_orig.png?crop=524,524,x0,y24&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1787148870882","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5570932"},{"teacherId":3131179,"projectId":10261103,"letterContent":"You have no idea how important a laminator is! From visual supports and yoga cards to classroom routines, games, SEL activities, and materials that we use again and again, a laminator will help us turn everyday resources into durable tools that can serve our students for years to come.\r\n\r\nYour generosity helps make our classroom more organized, engaging, and accessible for every learner. Most importantly, it reminds our students that people in their community believe in them and want them to have the resources they need to learn and thrive.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and helping us create a space where learning, movement, mindfulness, and creativity can flourish!","fullyFundedDate":1778193935664,"projectUrl":"project/you-have-no-idea-how-important-a-laminat/10261103/","projectTitle":"You Have No Idea How Important A Laminator Is!","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Mac","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3131179_orig.png?crop=722,722,x191,y36&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786326980720","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/coachmacboston"},{"teacherId":9724298,"projectId":10162644,"letterContent":"When the snack boxes first arrived in our classroom, our students were so excited. They wanted to see all the different snack options immediately. They were having discussion on which was the best snack option, and what they would grab in the following snack time. \r\n\r\nOver the past month, students have been enjoying having access to snack daily. They love the variety, and how they are free to choose what they want to eat each day during their snack break. We have noticed that students have been more focused after eating their snacks, and even put in more effort. \r\n\r\nWe hope that in the following school year these students will still have access to daily snacks as it positively impacts their progress and effort.","fullyFundedDate":1778001567566,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-provide-snacks/10162644/","projectTitle":"Help Us Provide Snacks!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Elisa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9724298_orig.png?crop=638,638,x0,y74&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725408180163","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9724298"},{"teacherId":2531404,"projectId":10141739,"letterContent":"First of all, thank you so much for your generosity and for donating to my project! Money has been tight this year and the items that my students need are different than the pencils and notebooks of a typical classroom. Your impact is felt in so many ways everyday! \r\n\r\nStudents are always excited when we get boxes of fun stuff and they immediately started playing the piano and drums- since they are flat, students can have them across their trays, and even my students with physical disabilities are working to bring their arms and hands in to play music. Another access tool is the silicone strap that can wrap around a student's hand to help them hold classroom tools (markers, glue sticks, etc.) independently. Our students receive so much hand over/under hand support that getting to do something independently is very exciting. The timers are great for teaching the concept of time and helping students see when non-preferred activities end and new ones begin. This helps with transitions and behavior issues. My little train lover was very excited for his trains and wanted them open immediately. He has recently started playing with toys more and we are excited about his development!\r\n\r\nLast but not least are all the supplies that keep the classroom going. The printer ink that helps me print out daily notes to families and classroom newsletters, the batteries that make sure our toys are working, and the laminating sheets that ensure that the books I print out can last through rough exploration and an occasional lick. All these things are so important to keeping our classroom accessible, running, and fun and I am so appreciative of your support!!","fullyFundedDate":1777719129409,"projectUrl":"project/refresh-recharge-restock/10141739/","projectTitle":"Refresh, Recharge, Restock","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Burns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2531404_orig.jpg?crop=2929,2929,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1566876284608","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sara-burns"},{"teacherId":9236695,"projectId":9989047,"letterContent":"These items help create a classroom environment where students feel safe, calm, focused, and ready to learn each day. The cordless vacuum and disinfecting wipes allow us to quickly clean our classroom throughout the day, helping maintain a healthy and welcoming learning space for all students. A clean classroom is especially important for young learners who spend so much time on the floor, sharing materials, and learning in close community.\r\n\r\nThe calming and sensory supports also make a meaningful difference for students. The weighted Hug Balls provide comfort, regulation, and emotional support for children who may feel overwhelmed, anxious, or overstimulated during the school day. These tools help students build self-regulation skills so they can return to learning feeling more calm and confident.\r\n\r\nThe light therapy lamp and soft starburst lights help transform our calming corner into a peaceful, cozy space where students can reset their emotions, practice mindfulness, or take a quiet break when needed. Many students thrive in environments with softer lighting and calming sensory supports, and these items will help create a classroom atmosphere that feels warm, supportive, and inclusive for every learner.","fullyFundedDate":1772550516540,"projectUrl":"project/calm-minds-clean-classroom/9989047/","projectTitle":"Calm Minds, Clean Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Circosta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9236695_orig.png?crop=1643,1643,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698847437957","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9236695"},{"teacherId":1155755,"projectId":6947492,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have access to hands-on, interactive materials that have completely transformed how they engage with learning—especially my students with IEPs who benefit from multi-sensory experiences.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we will continue incorporating these tools into guided reading, writing, and math problem-solving. Our next step is using these materials to support students in building independence—encouraging them to apply strategies on their own during centers and small group work. These resources are helping bridge the gap between understanding and application, giving my students the confidence they need to take risks and grow.\r\n\r\nYour support has not only provided materials—it has created meaningful learning opportunities and moments of success that my students will carry with them every day. 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