{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"John D O'Bryant School of Mathematics and Science","outOfStateSupporters":36.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3841258,"projectId":9366697,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping me launch the new curriculum. The supplies have outreach far beyond the original plan. The initial idea was to turn each laboratory bench into a model ecosystem. Students would nurture the seeds grown in the hydroponic stations then transfer surviving species into the terrariums. This would include weekly journaling and measuring of the specimens.\r\n\r\nThe success of the project has left my classroom. The Biology classrooms have been visiting to make observations bi-weekly. We've set-up a suggestions bucket for future experiments after his cycle. Students from the art class come during my non-teaching periods and changed the light sources on the terrariums to do different still life drawings. \r\n\r\nIn short, your generous contribution has had a significant impact to this urban school and generated excitement and interest in Science.","fullyFundedDate":1753649425363,"projectUrl":"project/earth-and-aquatic-systems-in-global-biom/9366697/","projectTitle":"Earth and Aquatic Systems in Global Biomes","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Capodagli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3841258_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1472820932942","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3841258"},{"teacherId":578992,"projectId":9929500,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Your generosity has brought such a positive burst of energy into our biology room- literally and figuratively. Many students walk into class hungry or running on empty, and because of you, they now have quick, healthy options that help them reset, refuel, and jump right back into learning.\r\n\r\nThe snacks have already become a quiet little lifesaver. Students can grab a granola bar before a long lab, munch on pretzels during data analysis, or snag trail mix to stay focused during the class. It's amazing how something so small can help them stay present, engaged, and confident tackling hands-on science.\r\n\r\nYour support also helps build a classroom environment where students feel seen and cared for. The message you're sending, your learning matters, and so do you, is powerful. Thank you for believing in Boston students and helping make their day a little brighter (and tastier!). We're so grateful for you!","fullyFundedDate":1764686119021,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-learning-with-healthy-snacks/9929500/","projectTitle":"Fueling Learning With Healthy Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Likis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp578992_orig.jpg?crop=576,576,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1682363592754","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-likis"},{"teacherId":578992,"projectId":9929516,"letterContent":"Thank you SO much for fueling our classroom! Thanks to your generosity, my students now have a snack stash that's basically the MVP of our school day. You should see their faces when they realize they can grab a granola bar or popcorn before diving into a long lab, instant energy, instant smiles, and suddenly they're ready to take on anything from modeling ecosystems to measuring yeast reaction rates.\r\n\r\nThese snacks may be small, but they pack a serious punch. A quick fruit snack or Nutri-Grain bar has already helped students power through block periods, stay focused during data analysis, and shake off that \"I skipped breakfast\" brain fog. It's amazing what a little trail mix can do for scientific thinking!\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your support helps create a classroom vibe where students feel cared for, welcomed, and ready to learn. Thank you for bringing some joy and much-needed fuel—to our science adventures. We're so grateful for you!","fullyFundedDate":1764634310243,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-learning-with-healthy-snacks-par/9929516/","projectTitle":"Fueling Learning With Healthy Snacks Part 2","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Likis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp578992_orig.jpg?crop=576,576,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1682363592754","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-likis"},{"teacherId":9706927,"projectId":9567787,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for generously donating binders for my science students. In class, students use their binders almost every day to organize their work and create a workbook of material. Because many students need a binder for every class, this can become an expensive ask. It has been great to have binders for every student who needs one, so that they can keep their work in class and have a designated space for their science work. The fun colors have allowed students to choose their own binder and distinguish it from their classmates.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your donation.","fullyFundedDate":1758047869636,"projectUrl":"project/biomedical-science-binders/9567787/","projectTitle":"Biomedical Science Binders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kowal","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9706927_orig.jpg?crop=672,672,x571,y748&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724716515734","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9706927"},{"teacherId":3101158,"projectId":9896176,"letterContent":"This past Saturday, the O'B Robotics Team had their first scrimmage. Students spent the day improving their robot and problem-solving as issues came up. Students worked hard together all day and by the end of the day, they had improved their robot such that they were able to mostly shoot predictably and move and shoot during the autonomous period. Student were so exited and proud when during their second official match, they scored most if not all the points for their team and one the match.\r\n\r\nBeing able to go to this competition was made possible by your generous donation. Using the containers we purchased, we were able to move our screws, nuts, washers and other small pieces from plastic bags held closed by paperclips to an organized system where students could find the materials they needed. With the large containers, we were able to pack everything we needed in the two containers and transport it to the competition site smoothly. We are so grateful for the donation, so thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1763414019243,"projectUrl":"project/get-ob-robotics-ready-for-competition-se/9896176/","projectTitle":"Get OB Robotics Ready for Competition Season!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Paul-Schultz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3101158_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1471893410317","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-paul-schultz"},{"teacherId":9706927,"projectId":9568167,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations! With these classroom donations, students have been able to have their general classroom needs better met. When they need a Chromebook charger, extras are ready to go for them. When a student needs tissues or hand sanitizer, they are available at the front desk. Students have been especially excited over the Band-Aids that come in a variety of skin tones. They enjoy picking out the color that fits best, and I will buy them again when we run out. By having these necessities available, less class time is wasted getting students what they need. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your generous donations!","fullyFundedDate":1756432249305,"projectUrl":"project/all-the-essentials/9568167/","projectTitle":"All the Essentials!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kowal","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9706927_orig.jpg?crop=672,672,x571,y748&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724716515734","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9706927"},{"teacherId":578992,"projectId":9400494,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping bring calm, comfort, and a sense of peace into our biology classroom. High school can feel overwhelming for many students, between long days, demanding labs, and the constant pressure to do well, they often come in carrying more stress than they show. Your generosity allows us to create a space where students can breathe, reset, and feel genuinely cared for.\r\n\r\nThe classroom candles you funded have helped transform our room from a busy science lab into a warm, inviting environment. Their gentle glow and soft scents create a calming atmosphere that supports focus, reduces anxiety, and helps students stay grounded during even the toughest lessons or test prep days. Something as simple as a soothing scent can make a huge difference in how students feel and how ready they are to learn.\r\n\r\nBy adding this small but powerful element of comfort, you've helped our classroom become a place where students feel safe, supported, and welcomed the moment they walk in. Thank you for your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1757246006650,"projectUrl":"project/bright-minds-calm-space-candles-for-a/9400494/","projectTitle":"Bright Minds, Calm Space: Candles for a Cozy Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Likis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp578992_orig.jpg?crop=576,576,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1682363592754","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-likis"},{"teacherId":578992,"projectId":9280704,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing a burst of energy, organization, and excitement into our biology classroom! Your generosity has truly powered us up, and my students are already buzzing about the items you helped fund.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, we now have snacks (yes, Pop-Tarts and healthier treats!) to keep brains fueled during our longest labs and wildest scientific adventures. Whether students are modeling DNA, chasing down carbon atoms, or figuring out why zombie fires happen, a quick bite helps them stay focused and ready to dive back in.\r\n\r\nOur new Post-it tabs and mesh zip pouches are going to be game-changers for keeping review books, notes, and supplies from disappearing into backpack black holes. And the Chromebook charger plus power strips mean fewer tech emergencies and more learning time, always a win!\r\n\r\nAnd the presentation pointer? My students cannot wait to use it during discussions, gallery walks, and mini-lessons. It's amazing what a boost of confidence a tiny red laser can give!\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and adding a little extra spark to our science world. We're so grateful for you!","fullyFundedDate":1756079458989,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-tabs-charged-up-brains-bio-cl/9280704/","projectTitle":"Snacks, Tabs & Charged-Up Brains: Bio Class Boosters!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Likis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp578992_orig.jpg?crop=576,576,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1682363592754","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-likis"},{"teacherId":10001728,"projectId":9334130,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making these books possible for our middle school readers! Your donation has brought such energy to our reading intervention sessions. The non fiction texts, especially Hurricane Katrina: A True Book: Disasters, have been game-changers for students who previously resisted reading. I've watched reluctant readers get excited to talk about their family's own stories of survival and ask questions about climate change and what if scenarios, getting them back to reading more! The relevent topics—bravery, survival and climat science—hook them immediately because these are the real challenges they face.\r\nThis fall one of the 7th graders reading intervention said that the books there are \"actually useful, not just ELA stuff,\" and I couldn't have asked for better feedback! Another student, who usually needs constant redirection during reading time, sat completely absorbed reading the pictures and captions about the New Orleans before and after the hurricane. These books respect where our students are developmentally while building their skills and confidence. You've given them texts they're genuinely excited to read, and that excitement is translating into real growth. Our studets and I thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1755638163489,"projectUrl":"project/from-striving-to-thriving-books-that-tr/9334130/","projectTitle":"From Striving to Thriving: Books that Transform Young Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Julie A. Sloan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10001728_orig.jpg?crop=358,358,x0,y59&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754675748874","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10001728"},{"teacherId":10001728,"projectId":9260714,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making these books possible for our middle school readers! Your donation has brought such energy to our reading intervention sessions. The novels, especially Bronx Masquerade, have been absolute game-changers for students who previously resisted reading time. I've watched reluctant readers ask if they can bring the book home to continue reading on their own, and students who typically struggle with text-heavy pages are now flying through chapters because the level and poetry makes the content accessible while still building crucial comprehension skills. \r\nOne of the 7th graders actually told her tacher that the books their using in their reading club are \"actually useful, not just school stuff,\" and we couldn't have asked for better feedback! Another student, who usually needs constant redirection during reading time, sat completely absorbed in reading that he didn't notice when the timer went off. These books respect where our students are developmentally while building their skills and confidence. You've given them texts they're genuinely excited to read, and that excitement is translating into real growth. Thank you for believing in our striving readers!","fullyFundedDate":1745689609405,"projectUrl":"project/from-striving-to-thriving-books-that-tr/9260714/","projectTitle":"From Striving to Thriving: Books that Transform Young Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Julie A. Sloan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10001728_orig.jpg?crop=358,358,x0,y59&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754675748874","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10001728"},{"teacherId":3927327,"projectId":9621386,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to my classroom! This project has been a dream of mine for over a year, but the test kit was unfortunately backordered (and only available through one vendor). I am so happy to have finally received the test kit. \r\nMy students have learned about different water quality parameters and how these parameters affect the ability of organisms to survive. 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