{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mosaic School of Fine Arts","outOfStateSupporters":26.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10525437,"projectId":10324204,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project! Having these new flexible seating options has completely transformed our classroom environment into a welcoming, comfortable, and empowering space for learning.\r\n\r\nThese resources have made a massive difference in helping my students find the seating setup that best supports their unique sensory and focus needs throughout the school day. \r\n\r\nAt the beginning of the school year, my students shared with me that sitting \"criss-cross applesauce\" on the rug was not comfortable for them. Having these seating choices has completely changed how we utilize our group space. Every single day, they enthusiastically ask, \"Can we use the flexible seating?\" They walk quietly to grab the option they want and settle in ready to learn, using their new seating to keep their bodies focused on instruction. A particularly special moment happened recently when school administration walked into our classroom for a visit. Every student was comfortably set up with their chosen seating and pillows, completely absorbed and engaged in independent reading. It was such a clear picture of how much independence and focus these resources have unlocked! \r\n\r\nWhen my students first entered my classroom for their separate setting services, they were fascinated by all the new ways they could sit and learn. After I modeled how to use each option properly, they took right to it and have been so respectful of the new materials ever since. Beyond using them to focus, another incredible positive has been seeing their teamwork: they consistently remind one another to carefully pick up the seating and return it to its designated spot after each use. My students felt recognized and cared for, knowing that people outside our classroom cared so much about their comfort and learning.\r\n\r\nNow that our flexible seating routines are built into our daily schedule, we are taking these focus skills right into our next big literacy and math units. Students will continue using their comfortable learning spots to focus on instruction, build reading stamina, practice partner sharing, and focus during learning centers. Having a space where their physical comfort is met allows them to put all of their energy into growing as readers, writers, and mathematicians.\r\n\r\nThank you again for giving my students a learning environment where they can feel comfortable, safe, and ready to succeed every day!","fullyFundedDate":1780851832226,"projectUrl":"project/helping-every-learner-find-their-best-se/10324204/","projectTitle":"Helping Every Learner Find Their Best Seat","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cambron","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10525437_orig.jpg?crop=1171,1171,x0,y46&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1780669772501","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10525437"},{"teacherId":1633647,"projectId":10265238,"letterContent":"Our new floor puzzles have completely transformed our interactive learning time, turning critical thinking into a shared, hands-on adventure. Instead of huddled around tiny individual desks, my students now gather together on the rug, using these vibrant, giant puzzle sets to build spatial reasoning, problem-solving skills, and cooperative habits.\r\n\r\nThe moment the packages were opened was pure joy. When the students saw the massive boxes featuring colorful solar systems, world maps, and rainforest ecosystems, their eyes went wide. A group of them immediately dropped to their knees on the rug, marveling at the size of the pieces. One student picked up a piece as big as his head and exclaimed, \"We get to build a puzzle on the whole floor?\" Knowing that generous donors sent these brand-new activities made them feel uniquely celebrated.","fullyFundedDate":1778266257630,"projectUrl":"project/putting-the-pieces-together-in-pre-k/10265238/","projectTitle":"Putting the Pieces Together in Pre-K","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Deanna (Gramatis)","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1633647_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1525046947761","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/d-gramatis-mendieta"},{"teacherId":10462215,"projectId":10148887,"letterContent":"I would like to truly thank you again for your generous donation. My students, because of you, are learning the following: \r\n\r\nMulticultural novels do much more than tell stories from diverse perspectives—they actively build a wide range of academic, social, and emotional skills. When students engage with these texts, they're learning to interpret the world through multiple lenses, which has both intellectual and personal impact.\r\n\r\nOne of the most important skills developed is cultural awareness. By encountering characters from different backgrounds, students begin to understand traditions, values, and experiences beyond their own. This naturally leads into empathy, as readers are asked to step into the lives of others and see how factors like race, language, migration, or identity shape people's choices and challenges.\r\n\r\nThese novels also strengthen critical thinking. Students often analyze how culture influences conflict, character development, and theme. They learn to question assumptions, recognize bias, and compare perspectives—skills that are essential not just in literature but in navigating real-world information.\r\n\r\nAnother key area is identity exploration. Multicultural texts frequently deal with questions of belonging, heritage, and self-definition. This encourages students to reflect on their own identities while appreciating the complexity of others'. It can be especially powerful for students who see their own experiences represented in literature.\r\n\r\nFrom an academic standpoint, students build analytical reading and discussion skills. They practice interpreting symbolism, tone, and narrative voice within unfamiliar cultural contexts, which deepens comprehension. Discussions around these novels often promote respectful dialogue, teaching students how to express opinions thoughtfully and listen to differing viewpoints.\r\n\r\nFinally, multicultural novels introduce lessons about social justice and historical context. Many stories highlight systemic inequalities, colonization, immigration struggles, or civil rights movements. This helps students connect literature to history and contemporary issues, fostering informed and engaged citizens.","fullyFundedDate":1773842536791,"projectUrl":"project/multicultural-classroom-library/10148887/","projectTitle":"Multicultural Classroom Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Israel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msisrael6th"},{"teacherId":7463432,"projectId":9998629,"letterContent":"I can't tell you how much of a relief it was to open these boxes of supplies. To most people, a box of pencils and glue sticks might not seem like a big deal, but in a 7th-grade science lab, they are gold! Before this project was funded, we spent way too much time at the start of every class \"hunting and gathering\" for a pencil that worked or a glue stick that wasn't dried out. When the kids saw the new materials, there was honestly a cheer. Having easy access to materials has changed the whole vibe of the room; they can just grab what they need and dive straight into the science.\r\n\r\nWe put these supplies to use right away while studying cells. My students were finally able to cut, paste, and color-code their own cell diagrams in their interactive notebooks without having to wait ten minutes to share a single bottle of glue with five other people. Several of my students were so proud of how professional and organized their notebooks looked as they labeled their DNA models. Having the right tools allowed them to focus on the details of their work and really take pride in being researchers.\r\n\r\nOur next big step is diving into genetics! We're about to start building Punnett squares to predict different traits, and having these notebooks organized and ready means we won't miss a beat. Every student now has a dedicated place to track their data and show off what they've learned. You didn't just give us \"stuff\" but you gave us back our class time and helped my students feel a true sense of accomplishment in their hard work. We appreciate it so much!","fullyFundedDate":1771012002779,"projectUrl":"project/stop-the-search-supplies-for-success-in/9998629/","projectTitle":"Stop the Search! Supplies for Success in 7th Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. H","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7463432_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768404285174","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7463432"},{"teacherId":7463432,"projectId":9690367,"letterContent":"I can't tell you how much of a difference these the iPads have already made. In a room with many different languages, things are always moving! Before these arrived, I'd often see a student struggling with a tough science concept, leaning over to whisper to a friend who spoke their language. While it's great they want to help each other, that friend usually had their own assignment to finish, too. Now, these iPads act like a \"digital buddy.\" If a student gets stuck on a word, they can quickly look it up or see a visual of it on the screen without having to pull a classmate away from their own learning. It keeps everyone on track and makes the room run so much smoother.\r\n\r\nThe kids are honestly most excited about how interactive everything is. They've been using apps where they can record themselves speaking or draw out their ideas when they don't have the English words yet. There's a certain \"cool factor\" to using a tablet that makes them feel like they're part of the modern world, not just \"the kid who is still learning the language.\" It's turned a lot of frustration into \"Aha!\" moments.\r\n\r\nI have one student in particular who was really struggling to keep up with our social studies readings. He used to spend half the period waiting for a friend to translate instructions for him. Since we started using the iPads, he's been able to use a \"speak-to-text\" tool to hear the lesson in his native language while following along in English. The change in his face when he finally \"got it\" on his own was incredible. He went from waiting for help to jumping right into the activity. You've given my students a sense of independence that is just priceless.","fullyFundedDate":1766537274774,"projectUrl":"project/ipads-to-the-rescue-2/9690367/","projectTitle":"iPads to the Rescue 2","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. H","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7463432_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768404285174","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7463432"},{"teacherId":10239443,"projectId":9879455,"letterContent":"I would like to thank each and every person that was able to donate to my classroom. Being in a fine art school it is very important for children to be able to deepen their knowledge within the arts and I am very grateful that my students were able to have that opportunity with the donations from this project. The students were very excited to use all the new materials and create their own art. I appreciate everyone that made this possible for the student's benefit and their learning. 112 cannot wait to continue creating arts and crafts.","fullyFundedDate":1764635880440,"projectUrl":"project/color-our-community-art-supply-donation/9879455/","projectTitle":"Color our community- art supply donations","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10239443"},{"teacherId":10358222,"projectId":9911338,"letterContent":"I cannot begin to explain how thankful I am for you all donating to Room 106. Each and every item on the wish list has contributed to the ongoing construction of this classroom. The students use their individual headphones, writing binders, and all the other materials almost every day. The transition to a new classroom hasn't always been easy; however, with your kindness and help, we have been able to hurdle this new challenge and create a new environment where my students can call their own. They are getting the education they deserve without worrying about overcrowding. I cannot thank you enough. Until next time.","fullyFundedDate":1764002315663,"projectUrl":"project/new-3rd-grade-class/9911338/","projectTitle":"New 3rd-Grade Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. J","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrj-room106"},{"teacherId":1633647,"projectId":9484081,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation. The cleaning supplies are helping to keep our room a clean and tidy space for our young learners. I have noticed how happy the children are to have a clean space to learn. \r\n\r\nSo much of the day is at the rug and tables. The vacuum has kept our rug clear of dirt and debris. It's also help keep them focused. Any liitle scrap on the rug can be a big distracter for our prek learners. Thanks to the wonderful cleaning sprays that are keeping our tables shiny. The children love to help keep them clean.","fullyFundedDate":1761935073637,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-tidiness/9484081/","projectTitle":"Tools for Tidiness!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Deanna (Gramatis)","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1633647_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1525046947761","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/d-gramatis-mendieta"},{"teacherId":7463432,"projectId":9681970,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping make this project possible. Our school is very diverse, with students who speak many different languages, and many of my 7th grade students are still learning English. The iPads have been a huge help in supporting their learning. Students are able to use translation tools, visuals, and audio support to better understand lessons and classwork. This has helped them feel more confident and successful when learning new content in English.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for students is being able to learn in ways that meet their individual needs. They enjoy using iPads to listen to directions, look up words they don't know, and show what they know through typing, recording, or interactive activities. I've seen students who were once very quiet become more engaged and willing to participate. Some students who struggled to complete work independently are now able to do so with the help of these tools.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students feel more supported and included in the classroom. The iPads have helped remove language barriers and created a more positive learning environment for all students. Thank you for making a meaningful difference in our classroom and in our students' learning experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1760623255786,"projectUrl":"project/ipads-to-the-rescue/9681970/","projectTitle":"iPads to the Rescue","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. H","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7463432_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768404285174","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7463432"},{"teacherId":3259913,"projectId":9598704,"letterContent":"Thank you again for supporting my classroom with your donation. Our school is still struggling with custodial issues. The students and I have been using the vacuum several times a week. They think it is fun! It is very easy to use, lightweight, and it self-empties. I believe it helps the younger students focus during the lesson when they are sitting at the carpet and it is clean. The mop has helped students independently clean up paint incidents. Most students are eager to use it. I know these seem like basic necessities, but we do need and use them. I appreciate what you have done for our class.","fullyFundedDate":1755718869117,"projectUrl":"project/squeaky-clean/9598704/","projectTitle":"Squeaky Clean","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Doman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3259913_orig.jpg?crop=787,787,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755221631951","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-doman"},{"teacherId":10239443,"projectId":9878289,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating the materials to our classroom. Your kindness has made a huge impact to our classroom and a meaningful difference to my students. With these materials I am able to provide a the correct support and resources for the benefit of their learning. \r\n\r\nYour support goes beyond just the materials provided, it shows students the support they have in their community and thrives them to push more into their education and their engagement. Room 112 is super grateful for the support and once again thank you for being apart of the community and helping me push my students more into success.","fullyFundedDate":1763583517294,"projectUrl":"project/manipulativesmaterials-needed/9878289/","projectTitle":"Manipulatives/Materials Needed","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10239443"},{"teacherId":10239443,"projectId":9678058,"letterContent":"I would like to take a moment to say thank you for donating these items to my classroom. The sensory objects were needed and are used daily! \r\n\r\nThe children enjoy using the sensory stress balls while listening to/looking at different read aloud books. I have one student that uses the wobble cushion more on a regular basis but it is free to all students to use. The kinetic sand has been a hit and the students are always going to the class sensory bin to play with the sand and create different objects alongside the tools sent in the package. The brain flakes are engaging and used at least 2x a week during morning play. Brain flakes lets students use their creative mind to make their own creations. \r\n\r\nI cannot wait for more and better projects to create for my class!","fullyFundedDate":1757423365590,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-objects/9678058/","projectTitle":"Sensory Objects","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10239443"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_5365","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":745,"numTeachers":45,"percentFrplEligible":89,"percentAsian":37,"percentBlack":9,"percentWhite":9,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":39,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":1,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"16.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":73.9,"schoolId":5365,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Mosaic School of Fine Arts on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Mosaic School of Fine Arts","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/illinois/chicago-public-school-district-299/boone-elementary-school/5365"}