{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Joyce Kilmer K-8 School","outOfStateSupporters":16.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9560736,"projectId":9272147,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our classroom! The students were so excited when they saw the puppets, puppet theater, and animal figurines. These animal puppets really helped bring our curriculum unit, \"Animals All Around\" to life! We have several students in our classroom who have disabilities related to communication, and having the animal puppets really allows them to engage with and learn alongside their non-disabled peers on a topic they all enjoy. We cannot thank you enough for supporting our students and helping to bring happiness and joy to their learning!","fullyFundedDate":1747832275331,"projectUrl":"project/puppet-theater-for-early-literacy-skills/9272147/","projectTitle":"Puppet Theater for Early Literacy Skills and SEL!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Griffin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9560736"},{"teacherId":2255104,"projectId":9196518,"letterContent":"Our scholars need to see themselves represented throughout our school community. From seeing their work on bulletin boards to their shining smiles in pictures. It helps us to build a welcoming and inclusive place that our students enjoy coming to.\r\nOur scholars were excited to see pictures of themselves hanging in the hallways of our school. The sense of pride and belonging was on their faces. When friends saw their classmates or siblings in the pictures, they were proud to share that with the teachers and staff. A small photo sends a powerful message to our students. We want to thank you for the generosity you showed us in making our students feel represented and that they belong.","fullyFundedDate":1747832629691,"projectUrl":"project/making-scholars-feel-positive-and-includ/9196518/","projectTitle":"Making Scholars Feel Positive and Included In Our Community","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wong-Peterson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2255104_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1511442853739","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/andrea-wong-peterson"},{"teacherId":2255104,"projectId":9195892,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity. The book binding machine and accessories have been put to good use. We have been using the machine to create individual stories that students \"publish\". We have also been using it to create class made big books that the students have available to them in our classroom library. These class made books are favorites and help build their early literacy skills. \r\nThe simple act of making children's words into a book let's them know that what they say is important and it matters. Through your generous donation, we have given a voice to our students and made them excited about storytelling and sharing narratives. They have a sense of pride when they see their words on paper and can illustrate them. Once we hand them their bound book and it looks very finished, they are excited and can't wait to tell their families about it. To see that excitement for learning brings joy to me and this would not have been possible without your donation. A million thanks!","fullyFundedDate":1746787129625,"projectUrl":"project/we-are-authors-and-illustrators/9195892/","projectTitle":"We Are Authors and Illustrators","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wong-Peterson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2255104_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1511442853739","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/andrea-wong-peterson"},{"teacherId":2255104,"projectId":9106573,"letterContent":"This year, our students have had the opportunity to learn more about the backgrounds their classmates come from and about many others around the world through the books we have received. They were so excited to open the boxes of books and as we reviewed the titles of the books, some students said \"my family celebrates that\". There was excitement in their eyes when they learned that we were going to share stories about an event that they share with their family. \r\nThis year we were able to read books about Ramadan, Hanukkah, Diwali, famous figures in history that come from many different backgrounds as well as many stories about children from around the world. As we read each story, we make them accessible to the students by placing them in our classroom library so children can revisit the stories as often as they would like. \r\nThank you for your generous contribution.","fullyFundedDate":1742233085041,"projectUrl":"project/learning-about-the-world-and-our-identit/9106573/","projectTitle":"Learning About the World and Our Identities","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wong-Peterson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2255104_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1511442853739","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/andrea-wong-peterson"},{"teacherId":9797611,"projectId":8865555,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous contribution to my DonorsChoose project. Thanks to your support, our students now have access to much-needed art supplies that will continue to inspire their creativity and allow them to express themselves in meaningful ways! \r\n\r\nAs a Visual Art teacher to over 200 preschool through 3rd-grade students in Boston Public Schools, I see firsthand how vital it is for young learners to have the tools they need to explore their artistic potential. With your help, my students will now be able to experiment with new materials, build their skills, and experience the joy of creating art.\r\n\r\nYour donation is not just an investment in supplies; it's an investment in our future. These supplies will help shape the imaginations of young minds and provide them with an outlet for self-expression. You've made a tangible difference in their educational journey, and for that, I can't thank you enough.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and myself, thank you for believing in the power of art and education. Your kindness is deeply appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1731634286892,"projectUrl":"project/art-studio-supply-list/8865555/","projectTitle":"Art Studio Supply List!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O'Connor's Art Studio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9797611_orig.jpg?crop=827,827,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728358147972","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9797611"},{"teacherId":4886135,"projectId":8932705,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your generous donation to my \"Stem Toys and Activities to Spark Creation and Logical Thinking\" project. My goal was to provide the students with fun, engaging, hands on STEM activities that go beyond the curriculum. Creating a high level interest in STEM activities is critically important in the younger grades when students are eager to jump into any new and exciting activities. \r\n\r\nFrom the first day of introducing these new activities they have been the highlight of center time and are often requested during indoor recess. Many of these activities are designed for two students to play, work, think and strategize together. It has been so wonderful to see students dive into the instruction books and take off. The collaboration, creativity, and enthusiasm has been amazing. These materials have definitely sparked a love of STEM and for that I am so grateful to you all for providing these wonderful games, puzzles, and materials!","fullyFundedDate":1731541105923,"projectUrl":"project/stem-toys-and-activities-to-spark-creati/8932705/","projectTitle":"Stem Toys and Activities to Spark Creation and Logical Thinking","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Francis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4886135_orig.png?crop=552,552,x5,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731173437994","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4886135"},{"teacherId":4955193,"projectId":8871452,"letterContent":"I feel very grateful to all that donated and in such quick manner. The new Phys Ed storage shed has allowed me to prep for my classes as I had been prior to my last shed being destroyed. I am able to bring out appropriate equipment for each class and store it during inclement weather. \r\nNot only has this shed allowed me to once again use equipment, the new shed is bigger and studier than the last, giving me the ability to bring more equipment outside and know that it will be safe on non school days. \r\nStudents at the Kilmer deserve the same Phs Ed experience as they would at any other school and while the shed seems like a small piece in making that happen, it really is a BIG positive change for them. Being able to use age appropriate equipment is a key component of Phys Ed. \r\nThank you so much for helping make Phys Ed be a positive, fun experience for the students of the Kilmer.","fullyFundedDate":1729116897745,"projectUrl":"project/physical-education-storage/8871452/","projectTitle":"Physical Education Storage","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wyman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4955193"},{"teacherId":2255104,"projectId":8432890,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity. We received a canopy, bean bag chair, timer and classroom rug. You have helped to renew our classroom and make it cozy and bright for our students. When our materials arrived, the students were excited when we opened the materials. We were able to lay out the rug after students were dismissed and the next morning, kids ran into the room and went over to look at the rug before they even put their belongings away. They told our art teacher and other adults they came across that day about our new rug. \r\n\r\nThe children now enjoy morning meeting, read aloud stories and lessons on a new rug where each child has a clearly outlined spot. Our last rug was very worn and stained and this new bright rug was an exciting update to our classroom.\r\n\r\nOur classroom library went from an empty and sterile space with a rug and a few stools to one that is cozy with the addition of a canopy and bean bag chair. Kids regularly lounge in the bean bag chair to enjoy a story or two with a friend. Our library has also become a quiet space for students to sit when they are having strong feelings. The bean bag chair, calming canopy and timer help them to manage their feelings and be able to return to the group in a better space.\r\n\r\nWe also use the timer to help students gauge time and monitor when they need to clean up. Once they hear the timer \"ding\" they know it is time to clean up and join the class on the new rug. Our classroom is a welcoming and comfortable space for our students to learn and grow because of your contribution.","fullyFundedDate":1726170267796,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-it-cozy/8432890/","projectTitle":"Keeping It Cozy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wong-Peterson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2255104_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1511442853739","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/andrea-wong-peterson"},{"teacherId":608219,"projectId":8619742,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom! This project funded pencils, flair pens, post it notes, paper towel, dry erase markers and erasers, Lysol wipes and tissues. \r\nIt was great to start the school year off with basic supplies! We can clean the classroom and have enough tissues for the winter cold season.\r\nThe pencils, dry eraser markers and flair pens are used daily by students. They absolutely LOVE using flair pens to write a final draft, correct their work and to write book recommendations! We use the white board markers during math warm up and Fundations. Markers make learning more fun!\r\nIt's really great to have the support of the community! Thanks again!","fullyFundedDate":1729700927817,"projectUrl":"project/pencils-sticky-notes-tissues-starting/8619742/","projectTitle":"Pencils, Sticky Notes, Tissues- Starting the Year Off Clean!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Petitt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp608219_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1513137951380","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sandrapetitt"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_62897","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":402,"numTeachers":30,"percentFrplEligible":45,"percentAsian":5,"percentBlack":18,"percentWhite":46,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":23,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"13.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":83.3,"schoolId":62897,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Joyce Kilmer K-8 School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Joyce Kilmer K-8 School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/massachusetts/boston-public-schools/kilmer-k-8-school/62897"}