{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Curley K-8 School","outOfStateSupporters":27.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1077089,"projectId":9887386,"letterContent":"My students and I cannot do enough to express our gratitude for your donations to our project. The 3D printer and filament have enabled so many opportunities for creativity, fun, and community development! Having this tool has truly been a game changer for our Makerspace class. \r\n\r\nThe students were able to simply have fun at first, designing name plaques for themselves teachers, and fidgets. Once they had a solid grasp of the technology and enjoyed a bit of fun, they expanded to school supports. We are still starting small, only the 6th grade team and with some limitations on designs and size, but so far it has been a great success. Students designed small ring fidgets which could be quickly printed and given to whole classes for Valentine's Day. They designed and printed specialized dice for the math team. They created personalized desk organizers. \r\n\r\nCurrently the students are learning how to convert 2D images into 3D designs. Using this, they are hoping to help provide specialized tools for their teachers. Using this technology, they have already printed cuneiform tablets for social studies and are working on examples of tectonic plate boundaries for science. I can't wait to see what they come up with for other grades!","fullyFundedDate":1763576586716,"projectUrl":"project/3d-printing-supports-special-needs/9887386/","projectTitle":"3D Printing Supports Special Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Barone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1077089_orig.jpg?crop=560,560,x714,y238&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632152159589","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/melanie-barone"},{"teacherId":504526,"projectId":9812600,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation of the calming corner supplies for our classroom. We now have it fully stocked up with a fuzzy chair, some twinkle lights, a sheer curtain for privacy, and many, many options for fidget toys. \r\n\r\nThe students have really appreciated having a place to sit and work when they're not feeling themselves. I have many students who can get overstimulated in the hallway and like to do their math warm up in a quiet space. Also, my students sit in partners but, as middle school peer relationships can be rocky (!), many also appreciate having an alternative seat to choose for a day that they're feuding with their math partner. The fidgets are also very popular - I often need to battle with students to return them at the end of the class period. \r\n\r\nThank you again for thinking of my classroom and of my students. It means the world to us all!","fullyFundedDate":1761956570082,"projectUrl":"project/calming-tools-for-productive-learners/9812600/","projectTitle":"Calming Tools for Productive Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Scott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-peters"},{"teacherId":3800901,"projectId":9725591,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom by donating footballs, soccer balls, and basketballs for our 7th-grade students! Your generosity has brought so much joy and excitement to our recess time.\r\n\r\nThe students were thrilled when they first saw the new sports equipment—they couldn't wait to get outside and try them all! One student exclaimed, \"Wow, now we can actually play a real game during recess!\" Seeing their smiles and hearing their laughter has been such a rewarding moment for me as a teacher.\r\n\r\nSince receiving the balls, students have been using them to play organized games, practice teamwork, and get some much-needed physical activity. The equipment has not only made recess more fun, but it has also encouraged cooperation, communication, and friendly competition among classmates.\r\n\r\nNext, we plan to incorporate the balls into structured activities during PE and recess, such as small-team challenges and skill-building games. Your donation is helping our students stay active, build confidence, and strengthen social skills—all while having a great time outdoors.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your support. You've made a meaningful difference in our students' daily lives, and we are so grateful for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1758828741286,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-rolling/9725591/","projectTitle":"Let’s Get Rolling","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chrissy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3800901_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1629855881386","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-samarasena"},{"teacherId":10265304,"projectId":9719886,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping bring these resources into our classroom. When the boxes arrived, my students were immediately excited and curious. A small group even volunteered to help me inventory the Lakeshore Meet the Standards Science Kits, carefully sorting materials and creating a helpful reference sheet of the experiments included. They loved getting an early glimpse of what we'll be exploring and felt proud to be part of setting everything up.\r\n\r\nWe have already begun using the headphones with microphones, and they've made an immediate impact. Students who rely on speech-to-text and read-aloud tools are now able to participate more independently in reading and writing tasks. I've seen increased focus, confidence, and willingness to share ideas during independent work, which has been incredibly meaningful in our inclusion classroom.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to begin using the science kits as a supplement to our curriculum as we move deeper into our 6th grade science standards. These hands-on materials will help ensure students stay engaged in science while building a strong foundational understanding to grow from. Your generosity has made a real difference for my students, and they truly feel supported knowing so many people care about their learning. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1760647151588,"projectUrl":"project/mic-check-science-explorers-at-work/9719886/","projectTitle":"Mic Check! Science Explorers at Work","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Elbakian","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10265304"},{"teacherId":2857271,"projectId":9699092,"letterContent":"We have appreciated our Tools for School items so much this year. Students are engaged in reading the Roblox books and the Wings of Fire books. These are students that went from not reading independently to now being interested in reading. \r\nWe were able to bolster our calm down corner with some colorful and meaningful posters students are able to use in times of need. The headphones have been a great addition that have lasted and make our classroom nice and colorful. Students have been utilizing all the things from this list on a daily basis, and we have you to thank!","fullyFundedDate":1758822294522,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-school/9699092/","projectTitle":"Tools for School","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Clark","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2857271"},{"teacherId":1869850,"projectId":9194160,"letterContent":"The new calculators are helping students learn by making math more accessible, accurate, and confidence-building. In class, students use them to check their work, explore patterns, and focus on problem-solving instead of getting stuck on basic computation. For students with IEPs, the calculators support accommodations by reducing cognitive load and allowing them to fully participate in grade-level math tasks. This has led to more engagement, better perseverance, and stronger understanding of concepts rather than frustration.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most about the calculators is having a reliable, high-quality tool they can use every day. Many students feel more confident raising their hands, attempting challenging problems, and working independently because they trust the calculator to support their learning. Having their own calculator also helps them feel prepared and \"official,\" which increases motivation and pride in their work.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have especially warmed to this new technology, particularly those who previously struggled with math or anxiety around calculations. Students with IEPs and those who need extra processing time have shown noticeable growth in confidence and participation. With the calculator as a support, these students are more willing to try, explain their thinking, and stay engaged through multi-step problems, making math a more positive and inclusive experience for everyone.","fullyFundedDate":1742907421162,"projectUrl":"project/calculators-for-7th-graders/9194160/","projectTitle":"Calculators for 7th Graders!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Quatrale","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1869850_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455029549174","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sarahquatrale"},{"teacherId":1869850,"projectId":9406753,"letterContent":"We are using the new resources every day to help students start and stay organized across all subject areas. Having essential supplies like pencils, folders, scissors, colored pencils, and dry erase markers allowed students to fully participate in lessons from day one. A memorable moment was during the first week of school, when students were able to jump right into a math problem-solving activity and an ELA writing task without delays or stress because everyone had the materials they needed and knew where to keep them.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, they were excited and relieved. Many expressed gratitude and confidence knowing they were prepared for 7th grade and wouldn't have to worry about missing supplies. For some students, this removed a major source of stress and helped them feel more comfortable, included, and ready to learn. The materials also created a sense of equality in the classroom, as all students started the year with the same tools for success.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue using these supplies to support ongoing lessons and projects, including multi-step assignments in math and science, writing and revision in ELA and ESL, and interactive note-taking in social studies. These next steps will help students build responsibility, organization, and confidence as they take on more challenging work throughout the year, using the resources provided to stay focused and engaged in their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1755918125813,"projectUrl":"project/start-off-the-year-strong-with-materials/9406753/","projectTitle":"Start Off The Year Strong With Materials!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Quatrale","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1869850_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455029549174","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sarahquatrale"},{"teacherId":1869850,"projectId":9410520,"letterContent":"We are using the new binder resources every day to help students stay organized and independent across math, science, ELA, ESL, and social studies. One meaningful moment came when students completed a multi-step science lab and were able to find their notes, vocabulary sheets, and data tables quickly because everything was organized in the correct binder section. In math and ELA, students now file warm-ups, guided notes, and practice work in order, which has helped them follow lessons more confidently and review for quizzes without feeling overwhelmed. The binders have become a daily tool for planning, tracking assignments, and reflecting on completed work.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, they were excited. Some students who usually struggle with organization expressed relief at having a clear system, while others were eager to decorate and personalize their binders to make them their own. Within the first week, students began noticing how much easier it was to transition between classes and stay focused because they weren't searching for lost papers or unsure of what to turn in.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue using their binders to support longer-term projects and deeper learning. In social studies and ELA, they are beginning research-based assignments that require note-taking, drafts, and revisions, all of which will be stored and tracked in their binders. In math and science, students are building study guides and reference sections to prepare for upcoming assessments. These next steps will help students strengthen executive functioning skills like organization, planning, and self-monitoring—skills that will support their success not only this year, but well beyond the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1756078817004,"projectUrl":"project/binders-for-success/9410520/","projectTitle":"Binders for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Quatrale","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1869850_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455029549174","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sarahquatrale"},{"teacherId":1534451,"projectId":9732868,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making this project a reality! The new monitor has made an enormous difference to our classroom's learning experience. Our students are incredibly grateful and appreciate having lessons and presentations projected on a clear and easily read monitor. \r\n\r\nIn addition to teacher-led lesson presentations, students now have the ability to project their own slideshows as part of their classwork. They are also able to lead morning meeting and other classroom routines where the monitor is used.\r\n\r\nHaving the support of donors like you really makes all the difference in our classroom. Thank you again for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1763151731604,"projectUrl":"project/projection-connection/9732868/","projectTitle":"Projection Connection","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1534451_orig.jpg?crop=552,553,x0,y44&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627764122945","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kdavis3"},{"teacherId":3800901,"projectId":9632734,"letterContent":"I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for making our classroom project possible! Because of your generous contribution, our 7th-grade students now have a brand-new fridge and microwave in our classroom. These resources have made a huge difference in our daily learning and routines.\r\n\r\nFrom the moment the fridge and microwave arrived, the students were thrilled! They couldn't believe that they now had a space to store and warm their snacks and classroom materials for projects. One of my students even exclaimed, \"We can finally keep our science experiments cold and eat snacks without rushing!\" Seeing their excitement reminded me of how important it is to create a comfortable, supportive learning environment.\r\n\r\nWe've already started using the new resources in meaningful ways. During our science unit on nutrition and metabolism, students are conducting hands-on experiments with food—measuring portions, tracking temperature changes, and observing chemical reactions. Having a fridge and microwave allows them to store ingredients safely and test hypotheses in real time, which makes the learning experience much more engaging and authentic.\r\n\r\nNext, our students will be using these resources for a classroom project where they plan and prepare healthy snack options, calculate nutritional content, and present their findings to the class. Your generosity is helping them apply math, science, and critical thinking skills in a practical, real-world context while building teamwork and responsibility.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your support. You have truly made a lasting impact on our students' learning and daily lives. We are so grateful for your generosity and belief in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1757543886861,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-learning/9632734/","projectTitle":"Fueling Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chrissy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3800901_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1629855881386","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-samarasena"},{"teacherId":10169704,"projectId":9576684,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our classroom this year. Because of your donations, our students have had access to meaningful materials, engaging activities, and special experiences that truly enhanced their learning.\r\n\r\nYour contributions helped create a more enriching, welcoming, and hands-on environment where students could explore, create, and grow. From supporting daily learning to making special moments possible, your kindness had a direct and lasting impact on our classroom community.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your support and belief in our students. Thank you for helping make this school year a success.","fullyFundedDate":1756493242689,"projectUrl":"project/comfort-collaboration-community/9576684/","projectTitle":"Comfort + Collaboration+ Community","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nubea","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10169704"},{"teacherId":1534451,"projectId":9824419,"letterContent":"Thank you all so much for making this project a reality! It is amazing how something that seems so basic (everyone having a place to sit) can be such a challenge sometimes! Having the extra chairs and wobble stools ensure that everyone has a seat when they need one - especially service providers and students who \"push in\" to our classroom on a regular basis.\r\n\r\nAs you can see from the photos, students were very excited to receive and unpack the seating. It was great to see them be so enthusiastic over new seating :)\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your continued support of our classroom!!!","fullyFundedDate":1760734001773,"projectUrl":"project/please-have-a-seat/9824419/","projectTitle":"Please Have a Seat","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1534451_orig.jpg?crop=552,553,x0,y44&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627764122945","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kdavis3"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_62879","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":902,"numTeachers":80,"percentFrplEligible":51,"percentAsian":4,"percentBlack":17,"percentWhite":33,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":37,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"11.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":72.1,"schoolId":62879,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Curley K-8 School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Curley K-8 School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/massachusetts/boston-public-schools/curley-k-8-school/62879"}