{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Oliver Holmes Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":39.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9915128,"projectId":9751983,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support to bring sensory supports to my music classroom! \r\n\r\nWithin one week of receiving materials I have experienced significant improvements in my youngest classes of students in particular (ages 3-5 years old). By providing flexible seating as well as fidgets and bubbles, they are not only excited about music class, but participating alongside their peers and much more able to access the curriculum. \r\n\r\nSeeing their smiles every class truly makes my day, and seeing that grow exponentially now that they have access to the tools they need to be successful is truly an amazing sight to see. I could not be more grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1760693755536,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-supports-for-elementary-music-st/9751983/","projectTitle":"Sensory Supports for Elementary Music Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kearns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9915128_orig.png?crop=950,950,x3,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739981493382","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9915128"},{"teacherId":2256274,"projectId":9100688,"letterContent":"My students LOVE the Zuri and Dre dolls. Everyone has their favorite-it could be the hairstyle or skin tone or general cuteness factor. Our scholars love reading with their new BFF. If we didn't know it already, we know it NOW- REPRESENTATION MATTERS.\r\n\r\nThree years olds to ten year olds are coming into the library to find adorable dolls that look like them and dress like them- it is as though the library is their best friend. And all the fun, colorful board books are perfect books for the scholars to take to a cozy spot and read with their bestie. \r\n\r\nHaving this profoundly positive experience as young readers creates life long readers. These connections stay with children as they advance and face a new challenge- reading is something to love, not a boring burden.\r\nThank you for helping to make these connections possible.","fullyFundedDate":1746662436970,"projectUrl":"project/a-library-reflecting-our-community/9100688/","projectTitle":"A Library Reflecting Our Community","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kate Klein","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2256274_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1480426078974","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msk21c"},{"teacherId":4838154,"projectId":8742370,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contributions to my speech therapy classroom! Not only did you help to organize the space and reduce visual distractions, but you uplifted my and my students' spirits. I am so happy in my classroom now that materials have been organized and taken off of the floor, and I have a vacuum to keep the room clean. \r\n\r\nOne example of how my students have enjoyed the materials from this project is in building with MagnaTiles. In a unit on building, my students sang a song, listened to a story with visual supports, then built their own house using the MagnaTiles that you provided. They absolutely loved the hands-on activity. Many of the students had never used MagnaTiles before. We appreciate your support so much!","fullyFundedDate":1735657800940,"projectUrl":"project/organized-excellence-creating-a-healthy/8742370/","projectTitle":"Organized Excellence! Creating A Healthy And Inviting Speech Room!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kortis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4838154_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1510065342980","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4838154"},{"teacherId":9915128,"projectId":9094860,"letterContent":"On behalf of the Holmes community, I want to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous contributions to our campaign to purchase xylophones for our classroom. Because of your support, our students now have access to beautiful, high-quality instruments that will enrich their musical education for years to come. The excitement in the classroom was immediate—the moment the xylophones arrived, students were eager to explore new sounds and rhythms, and their joy was truly inspiring.\r\n\r\nYour donations have made a lasting impact not just on our music program, but on the lives of our young learners. These instruments allow students to develop critical skills such as creativity, collaboration, and confidence. They also provide a meaningful opportunity for children to express themselves in ways that go beyond words. For many students, music class is a highlight of their week, and the addition of xylophones has elevated their experience to a whole new level.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your belief in the importance of arts education and your willingness to invest in our students' growth. Your support has turned a simple idea into a powerful reality—one that will resonate in every note our students play. Thank you for being a vital part of their musical journey.","fullyFundedDate":1740579890359,"projectUrl":"project/xylophones-for-the-holmes-innovation-sch/9094860/","projectTitle":"Xylophones for the Holmes Innovation School.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kearns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9915128_orig.png?crop=950,950,x3,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739981493382","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9915128"},{"teacherId":9890733,"projectId":9045276,"letterContent":"My students are loving the clay tools! So far, my 4th, 5th, and 6th graders have gotten a chance to use the carving tools to add fine details to their clay projects. Check out the photos of some student work! The rolling pins have been hard at work rolling out slabs of clay for students to build with. We also received a variety of carving tools that students have been able to use to: carve out holes and the insides of vessels, shape and flatten clay slabs, smooth out edges and corners, and even writing and drawing on the clay. MY 4th graders were really creative with them, and our final sculptures ended up being animals, imitation foods, miniature cups and bowls, and custom figurines for friends and loved ones!\r\n\r\nThese tools will be a vital part of my clay lessons in the future as well, and I am very thankful for the donations that made them possible. When I'm planning for next year, I'll know I have these tools at my disposal to give my students the best hands-on experiential art classes I can! Thanks again for your donations-- I'm floored at the willingness of my community and strangers to come together to give my students the education and resources they deserve.","fullyFundedDate":1736726050540,"projectUrl":"project/clay-tools-for-sculpting-scholars/9045276/","projectTitle":"Clay Tools for Sculpting Scholars","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Miles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9890733_orig.png?crop=541,541,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758911071675","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9890733"},{"teacherId":2256274,"projectId":8877245,"letterContent":"Your support created those smiles and pride you can see in the photos of our scholars. There is documented proof that you helped make learning, creating, sharing, problem solving, writing and reading joyous for the youngest section of The Holmes community.\r\n\r\nOur scholars' first real experience of a library is in our school library. I am committed to making this a safe place to explore, to connect to reading and to build the foundation for life long learning. Your donations have helped to create a magical and supportive space to do just that.\r\n\r\nWho would have thought that book stapler you helped us get would have created a frenzy of authors- everyone wanted to write their own books and share them with the class. Or the wooden balls and bowls and turned into infinite games, stores, homes, science labs and more.\r\n\r\nStudents vocabulary, social skills, problem solving and confidence in learning are growing right in front of my eyes. Thank you for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1735657740815,"projectUrl":"project/language-development-through-play/8877245/","projectTitle":"Language Development Through Play","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kate Klein","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2256274_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1480426078974","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msk21c"},{"teacherId":3988480,"projectId":5179736,"letterContent":"want to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous donation of mice for our classroom iPads. Your contribution has made a tremendous difference in how my students interact with technology, helping them learn and work with greater ease and efficiency.\r\n\r\nThe Impact of Your Contribution\r\n\r\nEnhancing Accessibility and Precision\r\nWith the addition of mice, my students can now navigate their iPads with greater precision, especially during activities that require fine motor control, such as editing documents, designing projects, or working on coding exercises.\r\n\r\nImproving Learning Experiences\r\nThe mice have transformed the way students use their iPads, making it easier for them to complete tasks and focus on learning instead of struggling with touch-screen controls. This is particularly helpful for students with varying levels of dexterity.\r\n\r\nSupporting Skill Development\r\nUsing a mouse introduces students to a new layer of digital literacy, teaching them valuable skills they will use in other computer-based activities and future academic or professional settings.\r\n\r\nCreating a More Inclusive Environment\r\nYour donation ensures that all students, regardless of their individual needs or challenges, can fully engage with technology in the classroom. It's an important step toward fostering equity and inclusion.","fullyFundedDate":1606878082804,"projectUrl":"project/taking-our-mouse-to-seesaw/5179736/","projectTitle":"Taking Our Mouse To SeeSaw!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nguyen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3988480_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1476021962911","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/l-nguyen"},{"teacherId":3988480,"projectId":5172582,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your thoughtful donation of lap desks to our students! Your generosity has provided an essential tool that is already making a tremendous difference in their learning experience.\r\n\r\nThe Impact of Your Contribution\r\n\r\nCreating Flexible Learning Spaces\r\nLap desks offer students the ability to learn comfortably anywhere, whether it's in the classroom, at home, or outside. This flexibility empowers them to focus on their work and be productive in any environment.\r\n\r\nPromoting Focus and Organization\r\nWith their own personal workspace, students can better organize their materials and maintain focus on tasks like writing, reading, or completing assignments. This has been particularly helpful for students who thrive in more personalized learning settings.\r\n\r\nEncouraging Independence\r\nLap desks provide a sense of ownership and independence. Students now have a dedicated space that supports their learning, helping them feel more in control of their education.\r\n\r\nFostering Creativity and Comfort\r\nWhether drawing, writing, or reading, having a lap desk allows students to comfortably engage in creative activities without being restricted to a traditional desk or table.","fullyFundedDate":1601390993732,"projectUrl":"project/lap-desk-for-our-scholars/5172582/","projectTitle":"Lap Desk for Our Scholars!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nguyen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3988480_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1476021962911","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/l-nguyen"},{"teacherId":3988480,"projectId":8167004,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredible generosity in donating science books to [Organization Name]! Your support has brought a wealth of knowledge and inspiration to children in underserved communities, providing them with the tools they need to explore, imagine, and dream big.\r\n\r\nHere's how your donation is making a difference:\r\n\r\nIgniting a Love for Science\r\nWith access to engaging, age-appropriate science books, children are discovering the wonders of the natural world, space exploration, technology, and more. These books spark curiosity, encouraging kids to ask questions and explore topics that expand their minds.\r\n\r\nFostering Lifelong Learning\r\nScience books offer more than just facts—they inspire critical thinking and problem-solving. They provide children with opportunities to connect what they learn to real-world applications, laying the foundation for lifelong curiosity and academic success.\r\n\r\nBridging Educational Gaps\r\nIn many low-income communities, libraries and schools often lack up-to-date, diverse resources. Your donation ensures that children have access to high-quality science books, helping to close the opportunity gap and level the playing field for kids who might otherwise be left behind.\r\n\r\nInspiring Future Scientists and Innovators\r\nRepresentation matters. By providing books that showcase diverse scientists and groundbreaking discoveries, you are helping children see themselves as part of the story of science. Your contribution is encouraging the next generation of researchers, engineers, and changemakers.","fullyFundedDate":1706123869004,"projectUrl":"project/science-books/8167004/","projectTitle":"Science Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nguyen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3988480_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1476021962911","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/l-nguyen"},{"teacherId":3988480,"projectId":8957566,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation. Our event could not have been a success with out these lovely gifts. Thank you for your generous contribution to our Black Santa Toy Shop. Your support is opening doors for children in low-income communities, particularly Black and Brown kids, to explore the exciting world of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math).\r\n\r\nYour donation is more than just a gift—it's an investment in the future. Here's how your generosity is making an impact: \r\nHands-On Learning Experiences\r\nMany schools and homes in underserved communities lack the resources to provide hands-on STEM education. Thanks to you, children now have access to STEM toys that encourage creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in fun and engaging ways.\r\n\r\nInspiring Future Innovators\r\nEarly exposure to STEM builds confidence and sparks curiosity, helping children see themselves as tomorrow's scientists, engineers, and tech leaders. Your support is planting inspiration that could lead to groundbreaking careers and transformative community impact.\r\n\r\nBridging the Opportunity Gap\r\nBy providing these essential resources, you are helping to close the equity gap in education. Your contribution ensures that every child, regardless of their background, has a chance to explore their potential and dream big.\r\n\r\nOur 70+ families and kids attended this event! We raffled off each toy by giving students a raffle ticket. The kids were very happy to receive these toys. Families have shared heartfelt stories about how these toys have brought joy and learning into their homes.","fullyFundedDate":1732987309971,"projectUrl":"project/stem-gifts-for-young-scientists-for-this/8957566/","projectTitle":"STEM Gifts for Young Scientists for this Upcoming Holiday Season","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nguyen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3988480_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1476021962911","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/l-nguyen"},{"teacherId":2836187,"projectId":8758780,"letterContent":"Many thanks from the Holmes Community. The Little Spot of Feelings books and plushies were a huge hit in our K2 classroom. We taught a social emotional lesson plan involving identifying and describing all kinds of different feelings. We also then formed groups according to how we were feeling in the moment, and moved to those designated feeling spots. Then, we got to sit at our tables and color in a Little Spot of... whatever feeling we wanted. It was really interesting to note that some of our friends were feeling one way earlier in the lesson, and towards the end, they were able to regulate and notice that bigger emotions became smaller and they were more content.\r\n\r\nWe also loved using Mia the Weighted Monkey to use as a talking piece. One of our friends suffers from separation anxiety and always arrives late. While sitting in her calming corner, she was asked if she would like to hold Mia. She nodded and smiled and used Mia to help her join her friends and the activity.\r\n\r\nAnother group really enjoyed using the playdoh and placemats. We used them as a check in option, showing everyone how we were feeling. It was so much fun to relax and feel the playdoh in our hands and to notice everyone's creativity, while also keeping us on task with noticing and describing our feelings.\r\n\r\nYour thoughtful donations brought so much joy to our learning!!","fullyFundedDate":1727472052888,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-learning-with-yummy-snacks/8758780/","projectTitle":"Fueling Learning with Yummy Snacks!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Canavan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2836187_orig.jpg?crop=687,687,x259,y18&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603309520321","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/annmarie-canavan"},{"teacherId":9529747,"projectId":8381476,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for your kindness and support in fully funding my DonorsChoose project! Thanks to your generosity, my students now have access to a brand-new printer, engaging books, and fidget toys that have already made a meaningful impact in our speech therapy sessions. The printer allows me to create customized visuals, worksheets, and communication supports tailored to each student's needs. The books have sparked excitement and engagement, helping to build language skills in a fun and interactive way. \r\n\r\nThe fidget toys have been a game-changer, providing my students with the sensory support they need to stay focused and engaged during our sessions. Whether helping a child with self-regulation or giving busy hands something to do while we practice speech and language skills, these tools have made such a difference. Your generosity has truly enriched our learning environment, and I cannot thank you enough for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1723651045686,"projectUrl":"project/speech-dreams-print-laminate-read-an/8381476/","projectTitle":"Speech Dreams: Print, Laminate, Read, and Play—Talking Tools for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9529747_orig.jpg?crop=323,323,x118,y37&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715095347793","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9529747"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_56164","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":283,"numTeachers":28,"percentFrplEligible":92,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":53,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":38,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"10.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":60.7,"schoolId":56164,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Oliver Holmes Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Oliver Holmes Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/massachusetts/boston-public-schools/oliver-holmes-elementary-school/56164"}