{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Josiah Quincy Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":30.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":662806,"projectId":10433935,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my first graders have a wonderful collection of beginning chapter books that are helping them grow as readers! These engaging, high-interest books are building excitement, confidence and a love of reading in our classroom.\r\n\r\nAs students transition from picture books to chapter books, they are learning important skills such as reading fluently, building vocabulary, understanding characters, making predictions and retelling stories. These books also help students develop the stamina and confidence to read longer texts independently.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite things to see is students eagerly choosing books, sharing their favorite characters with classmates and feeling proud when they finish a book. For some students, these are the first books they have read that make them feel like \"big kid\" readers! Our classroom is becoming a community of readers who are excited to discover what happens next in a story.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has helped put books into the hands of young readers and given them opportunities to experience the joy of reading. Thank you for helping to inspire a love of books that I hope will last a lifetime!","fullyFundedDate":1787183914968,"projectUrl":"project/one-chapter-at-a-time/10433935/","projectTitle":"One Chapter at a Time...","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Postma","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp662806_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509583655962","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/662806"},{"teacherId":4765192,"projectId":10434082,"letterContent":"My students are loving the Nurcs! When they were first introduced as a new building tool for our STEM classes, they had many guesses about how they might be used. \"They're a new kind of LEGO! We have to attach them on to other things...like cardboard! We can make rainbows with all the different colors!\" When I brought out the popsicle sticks, these young builders intuitively knew exactly what to do. The attached photos show their first free builds with the Nurcs. They have been so excited to test new ideas and love how well their projects hold up with these tiny connecting pieces.\r\n\r\nWith the Nurcs, their popsicle stick builds last longer - unlike using tape, which tends to lose its stickiness quickly, often leading to disappointment when returning to a project after a week has gone by. We are also using significantly less tape these days, since it is easy to take apart and rebuild when students change their minds and these pieces are strong enough to connect the pieces needed. Next, students want to try using the Nurcs with other materials, such as cardboard and foam!\r\n\r\nThank you for so much for making our building and sustainability dreams come true. We greatly appreciate the support of thoughtful and generous donors!","fullyFundedDate":1786507869793,"projectUrl":"project/from-sticks-to-solutions-reusable-tools/10434082/","projectTitle":"From Sticks to Solutions: Reusable Tools for Young Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lau","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4765192_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y564&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1613401347096","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/marnlau"},{"teacherId":10630000,"projectId":10542574,"letterContent":"The Classroom Thinking Space project is more than just a collection of classroom materials; it is an opportunity to open a world of possibilities for my preschool students. At this young age, every discovery, every question, and every small success helps build the foundation for a bright future. With your generosity, my students will have a special space where they can explore their curiosity, use their imaginations, solve problems, and feel proud of what they can accomplish. These resources will help create meaningful learning experiences that nurture their confidence, creativity, and love of learning. For some children, having the right materials can be the difference between simply participating and truly discovering their potential. Your kindness reminds my students that their ideas matter, their dreams are important, and they deserve every opportunity to succeed. Thank you for believing in my little learners and helping me create a classroom where young minds can grow, big dreams can begin, and every child has the chance to shine!","fullyFundedDate":1789571826961,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-thinking-space/10542574/","projectTitle":"Classroom Thinking Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fidalgo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10630000_orig.jpg?crop=970,970,x327,y122&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1787693523970","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10630000"},{"teacherId":8630845,"projectId":10165497,"letterContent":"I am so grateful for your continued support. We have had a wonderful start to the new school year, and the children are thrilled with their brand-new supplies. Each student received a colorful name tag printed on our new color printer, and whenever we are short a few copies, my personal printer is always there to save the day!\r\nOur fraction unit was an absolute success. Having their own individual set of fraction tiles keeps the students deeply engaged and wonderfully reinforces their math skills. Thank you again for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1778093560264,"projectUrl":"project/a-color-printer-and-other-amazing-visual/10165497/","projectTitle":"A Color Printer and Other Amazing Visual Resources for Kids!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nhi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8630845_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x510,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690123880399","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nhidang"},{"teacherId":10630000,"projectId":10694316,"letterContent":"Little Hands, Big Discovery: Books and Sensory Learning has brought joy, curiosity, and meaningful learning experiences into in the classroom. For young children, every new book, texture, and hands-on activity is an opportunity to wonder, explore, and grow. Your support support has given my students access to engaging books and sensory materials that has made learning more exciting and help them build confidence as they discover the world around them.\r\n\r\nThese materials has done much more than fill a classroom shelf. They encourage children to ask questions, express their feelings, develop language, strengthen fine-motor skills, practice problem-solving, and learn how to work and play together. For some students, touching, building, sorting, and exploring sensory materials may be the key that helps them fully engage in learning.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has help create a classroom where every child feels successful, included, and inspired. You have given these little learners the tools and experiences they need to make big discoveries today and build a strong foundation for tomorrow. Every donation, no matter the size, can make a lasting difference in the life of a young child.","fullyFundedDate":1790780321116,"projectUrl":"project/little-hands-big-discoveries-books-s/10694316/","projectTitle":"Little Hands, Big Discoveries: Books & Sensory Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fidalgo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10630000_orig.jpg?crop=970,970,x327,y122&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1787693523970","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10630000"},{"teacherId":3063778,"projectId":9983015,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support and generosity. Thanks to you my students had supplemental materials needed to start off the school year and beyond. I can't fully express my joy, excitement, and gratitude for your donation to my project. It is great to see that you share my vision for reaching children.\r\n\r\nThe items you have funded will give my students the extra support and resources needed to flourish this academic year.\r\n\r\nI am so looking forward to this school year and introducing these tools to my students.","fullyFundedDate":1778016237975,"projectUrl":"project/differentiated-resources/9983015/","projectTitle":"Differentiated Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O'Brien","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3063778_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449011184145","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jtondorf"},{"teacherId":9496061,"projectId":8872905,"letterContent":"These incredible resources have brought vibrant energy and deep curiosity to our fourth-grade classroom! The five wobble stools have quickly become our students' favorite spots, giving active learners the movement they need to stay focused. During reading time, students eagerly grab a stool, use their magnetic bookmarks, and dive into the DK Eyewitness collection, geology texts, and fascinating reads. \r\n\r\nThese high-interest books and comfortable seats have made daily learning so engaging and joyful. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1735657708669,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-my-students-inquisitive-appetites/8872905/","projectTitle":"Fuel My Students' Inquisitive Appetites","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ho","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9496061_orig.jpg?crop=273,273,x195,y433&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716702660911","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrhoclassroom"},{"teacherId":9496061,"projectId":8865432,"letterContent":"These history, biography, and STEM books completely revitalized our classroom library! My fourth graders were thrilled to explore fresh titles featuring real-world heroes, past events, and exciting scientific discoveries. Every day during independent reading, students eagerly trade titles and discuss fascinating facts about courageous leaders and innovative engineering ideas. We use these texts as anchor resources for units such as natural disasters, change makers, and immigration. Thank you for inspiring curiosity and a great love of reading in my students!","fullyFundedDate":1729002598035,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-minds-history-and-stem-books/8865432/","projectTitle":"Empowering Minds: History and STEM Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ho","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9496061_orig.jpg?crop=273,273,x195,y433&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716702660911","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrhoclassroom"},{"teacherId":140856,"projectId":10200034,"letterContent":"My students are a group of autistic physically challenged children who are in a substantially separate setting due to their needs. They are energetic and dynamic but sometimes it is hard to include them in mainstream settings. It is difficult for some of these students to speak. \r\n\r\nOur autistic students have difficulty connecting to others and to the classroom setting. They do enjoy singing. The sensory toys you help fund give the students a way to connect to the classroom environment. A child with autism can be stuck in their own world. The sensory toys you help fund help them learn to play and connect to the classroom environment. \r\n\r\nAgain, thank you for the generous donation to help our physically challenged student.","fullyFundedDate":1787157586859,"projectUrl":"project/connection-to-the-world/10200034/","projectTitle":"Connection to the World","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sacco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp140856_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1523017619869","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msacco"},{"teacherId":140856,"projectId":10318638,"letterContent":"My students are a group of autistic physically challenged children who are in a substantially separate setting due to their needs. They are energetic and dynamic but sometimes it is hard to include them in mainstream settings. It is difficult for some of these students to speak. \r\n\r\nOur autistic students have difficulty connecting to others and to the classroom setting. They do enjoy singing. The Tonis you help fund give the students a way to connect to the classroom environment. The students have some control and choice in what they are doing. It is amazing to listen to a child who will not speak start to sing. The music helps them connect and it is beautiful to watch. \r\n\r\nAgain, thank you for the generous donation to help our physically challenged student.","fullyFundedDate":1781299810474,"projectUrl":"project/connection-through-music/10318638/","projectTitle":"Connection Through Music","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sacco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp140856_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1523017619869","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msacco"},{"teacherId":140856,"projectId":10331392,"letterContent":"My students are a group of autistic physically challenged children who are in a substantially separate setting due to their needs. They are energetic and dynamic but sometimes it is hard to include them in mainstream settings. It is difficult for some of these students to speak. \r\n\r\nThe Scholastic magazine subscription you funded is something they enjoy. Scholastic magazine is something the students love to read together. The topics are interesting to the students and relatable. \r\n\r\nIt would not have been possible without your help.","fullyFundedDate":1785253112465,"projectUrl":"project/scholastic-magazine-lets-find-out/10331392/","projectTitle":"Scholastic Magazine \"Lets Find Out\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sacco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp140856_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1523017619869","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msacco"},{"teacherId":2519196,"projectId":10247408,"letterContent":"Thank you on behalf of my past and incoming class. Technology is an amazing extension to our core curriculum. It allows students a wider horizon of expression and exploration. It also allows for cross-cutting and trans-disciplinary study: students can use technology to fuel their art aspirations for example. \r\n The Bambu 3D printer has allowed students to see their abstract concepts in concrete terms. There are students in particular who use the 3D printer to create prototype mini aircraft to test aspects of our motion design unit in science (ie: drag and lift). And of course, it gives those tactile learning students a boost when they can design, refine, and hold their creations.\r\n We appreciate how you've amplified our studies!","fullyFundedDate":1778065858700,"projectUrl":"project/creative-engineers/10247408/","projectTitle":"Creative Engineers","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Amara","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2519196_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1526398358342","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/graphicnovels"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_62920","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":731,"numTeachers":59,"percentFrplEligible":57,"percentAsian":50,"percentBlack":13,"percentWhite":17,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":10,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":7,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":69.3,"schoolId":62920,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Josiah Quincy Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Josiah Quincy Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/massachusetts/boston-public-schools/josiah-quincy-elementary-school/62920"}