{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Elias Brookings Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":37.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4238998,"projectId":9548212,"letterContent":"My students are having so much fun with these Chomp Saws! I can't wait to send you the pictures of their art work. Here are pictures of them using the saws. The cardboard we had at first was a bit thick so they had to work together to cut it. It was awesome to see the teamwork! \r\n\r\nI even had fun with my autistic students who I just let cut away! They have never used something like this before. The look on their faces was priceless! \r\n\r\nNext we will build houses with the saws while learning about area and perimeter.....a fun way to sneak in that standard!\r\n\r\nThanks again!","fullyFundedDate":1757509621996,"projectUrl":"project/the-more-they-chomp-the-more-they-create/9548212/","projectTitle":"The More They Chomp the More They Create!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kendall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4238998_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1507766729262","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4238998"},{"teacherId":7698229,"projectId":9200364,"letterContent":"Our students have been so excited to see the nonfiction titles we've added to our school library with your support. Many of our emerging readers have been looking for books about ocean animals, insects, farm animals, etc. The new materials provide the informational texts they're interested in, at the reading levels that they can access.\r\nIt's been wonderful to see the students so engaged with a topic and then see them extend their learning with additional reading materials that are just right for them.\r\nWith your generous support, we were able to add (literally) hundreds of nonfiction decodable readers to provide the fluency practice reading material that is so essential for building strong readers. \r\nWe are so appreciative of your support!","fullyFundedDate":1744211240660,"projectUrl":"project/nonfiction-right-now/9200364/","projectTitle":"Nonfiction Right Now!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Welch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7698229_orig.jpg?crop=395,395,x0,y97&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668894889063","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/library-mrs-welch"},{"teacherId":309924,"projectId":9435191,"letterContent":"I would like to begin by stating my upmost gratitude to getting the Voice Flip project funded.\r\n\r\nI introduced using Equity Sticks (popsicle stick) with their name during the \"Setting the Foundation: Conditions for Success: Classroom Expectations\" lesson for sharing during instructional time. Students learned that everyone in the classroom will be able to share orally throughout the day. They have learned that everyone is expected to share and allows for me to call on everyone before calling on a student twice. I am so excited that having the equity sticks allows for students to participate productively.","fullyFundedDate":1755732281147,"projectUrl":"project/voice-flip/9435191/","projectTitle":"Voice Flip!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Morales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp309924_orig.jpg?crop=716,716,x198,y676&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1615057958192","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lizmorales"},{"teacherId":309924,"projectId":9435226,"letterContent":"I would like to begin by stating my upmost gratitude to getting the \"Where are you at?\" project funded.\r\n\r\nWe introduced using hallway passes during the \"Setting the Foundation: Conditions for Success Classroom and School Environments\". Students are so excited to put on the lanyards with the hallway pass when they are out of the classroom. Students place their lanyards outside the bathroom on a hook that visually lets them know if there are other students in the bathroom and if they need to wait outside. It has also allowed me to keep track of who is out of the classroom and where did they go. I am so excited to have a system that allows for independence while allowing me to know where they are at.","fullyFundedDate":1753626423103,"projectUrl":"project/where-you-at/9435226/","projectTitle":"Where You At?","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Morales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp309924_orig.jpg?crop=716,716,x198,y676&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1615057958192","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lizmorales"},{"teacherId":309924,"projectId":9435146,"letterContent":"I would like to begin by stating my upmost gratitude to getting the Instructional Clip Boarding project funded. \r\nWe introduced using a clip board during the \"Setting the Foundation\" lessons through our core curriculum as a way to keep all of our work together in one space. Students were excited to carry their clipboard throughout the literacy centers and math centers each day. Using the clipboard has allowed them to complete work in different parts of the classroom like the rug, on a bean bag and other flexible seating options. It has also allowed them to keep track of their work. I am so excited that having them have a personal clip board has given them a sense of responsibility I haven't seen before.","fullyFundedDate":1752540371185,"projectUrl":"project/instructional-clip-boarding/9435146/","projectTitle":"Instructional Clip Boarding!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Morales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp309924_orig.jpg?crop=716,716,x198,y676&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1615057958192","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lizmorales"},{"teacherId":6504399,"projectId":9269549,"letterContent":"I am overwhelmed by your generosity. The sensory bins are being well used. It's made a huge difference in engaging students and building their communication. The construction vehicle, Dino dig and mermaid sensory sets have been huge motivators for all my students.\r\n\r\nMy students with special needs can be hard on materials and need hands on sensory materials which can be touched and hold up over time. They love using the play dough and the rolling pins during free choice time.\r\n\r\nI am so appreciative of your support, and cannot express what it means to have people like you in my corner.","fullyFundedDate":1747142554543,"projectUrl":"project/super-sensory-seekers/9269549/","projectTitle":"Super Sensory Seekers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Becky","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6504399_orig.jpg?crop=750,750,x0,y292&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1576294556023","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rebecca-walsh"},{"teacherId":5169054,"projectId":8531127,"letterContent":"As always, thank you so much for your generosity which allows me to make my prek classroom the optimal space for learning and growth! These materials have allowed my students' imaginations to soar as they engage in meaningful play experiences. Further, the liquid floor tiles have made our calm down corner and even more inviting place for dealing with strong emotions.\r\n\r\nMy students are obsessed with magnetic tiles, so the addition of the GIANT ones has them over the moon. They work together, problem solving and collaborating to build all kinds of structures, practicing critical social and language skills at the same time! The turtle tent has enhanced our dramatic play experiences in so many ways; in fact this summer, I was able to really bring our beach theme to life by adding a pool of play sand to the tent!\r\n\r\nThe additions of these classroom items has helped me to continue to create a safe, engaging classroom environment that enhances the learning for all of my kids.","fullyFundedDate":1730676831091,"projectUrl":"project/come-on-in-and-play-all-day/8531127/","projectTitle":"Come On In and Play All Day!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hemingway","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5169054_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1518032856974","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5169054"},{"teacherId":6504399,"projectId":9199417,"letterContent":"I am overwhelmed by your generosity. The paper organizer is being put to good use. It's made a huge difference for organization purposes in my small classroom. \r\nI've also put the laminating pouches to good use to make visuals for my students. It makes them more durable and will help preserve them longer. My students with special needs can be hard on materials.\r\nThe chewy bars and rice krispy treats were a huge hit with hungry kiddos. During the time between breakfast and lunch as well as lunch and dismissal, many students need a pick me up and/or brain food. I am so appreciative of your support.","fullyFundedDate":1743771054814,"projectUrl":"project/crunch-time-supplies/9199417/","projectTitle":"Crunch Time Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Becky","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6504399_orig.jpg?crop=750,750,x0,y292&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1576294556023","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rebecca-walsh"},{"teacherId":4238998,"projectId":9251576,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the saw. I knew it was going to be a hit!! Even the teachers had fun using it. You can see the line of kids just waiting to use it. \r\n\r\nIn one of my classes when all the kids were finished one girl just sat there and cut and cut and cut. It was fun to see some of the kids who were nervous using it gain confidence and absolutely love it and then wanted to cut more! Thank you, so much. \r\n\r\nYou can also see from one of the pictures all of the mini cup robots they built using the saw. Have an amazing summer! Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1746738385011,"projectUrl":"project/buzz-goes-the-saw-bee-bot-goes-the-ro/9251576/","projectTitle":"Buzz, Goes the Saw, Bee Bot, goes the Robot","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kendall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4238998_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1507766729262","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4238998"},{"teacherId":4933635,"projectId":8944411,"letterContent":"Our students have raised their scores on all their online learning and that is in big thanks to the headphones we got! The headphones have helped us organize the classroom and make it more efficient for the students to get their headphones in a timely manner. They are able to return their headphones in an organized and timely manner as well. We have used these headphones all year and they have held up so well. They are colorful and so kid friendly! Easy to use and the kids love them. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1733179028486,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-essential-learning/8944411/","projectTitle":"Headphones for Essential Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Beaulieu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4933635_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723135044213","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4933635"},{"teacherId":1810444,"projectId":9291282,"letterContent":"A whole-hearted thank you for your generous donations! You have helped me create an amazing train station center for my preschool students. I was able to set up the new shelf and the rug before the students arrived in the classroom. Their reactions were priceless when they arrived and first saw the new addition to our room. The shelf has helped keep our trains and tracks organized and students have been able to independently return materials back to the shelf after utilizing them. The bright train track rug has been a hit! The kids really enjoy taking their trains to the various stops on their train journey and the rug has been the center of all those adventures. \r\n\r\nYou have given my students the ability to learn and grow, while allowing their little conductor minds to reach new possibilities. Your kindness will continue to help my current students, as well as new incoming students for years to come. Thank you for choo- choo choosing us!","fullyFundedDate":1746787299155,"projectUrl":"project/choo-choo-choose-our-train-center-to-fu/9291282/","projectTitle":"Choo- Choo Choose Our Train Center to Fund!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cooney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1810444_orig.jpg?crop=784,784,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689449841781","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1810444"},{"teacherId":1931100,"projectId":9132265,"letterContent":"I am so thankful to you for your generosity in funding my latest project. In this specific project I asked for prizes to give out to my class for completing their homework. \r\n\r\nIn our neighborhood, we have 90% of families who live below the poverty level. Parents are struggling to get by and many working more than 1 job to make ends meet. This means that when students leave school they are in an afterschool program or with a caregiver. This makes getting homework done, difficult. \r\n\r\nI don't require actual paper homework, but they are required to bring their folders in each day. Important notices, announcements and communication goes home each day, and I want to ensure families are receiving it. \r\n\r\nTo motivate the students, I have started a Homework raffle this year. If the student turns in their folder EVERY DAY (absent days do not count against them), their name is entered into the drawing. We came up with a list of prizes together, that they would work towards. Each week we had a different raffle prize. Starting this raffle has led to an increase in folders turned in, and I am happy to say I have 98% participation!\r\n\r\nThe students are excited about our prizes, and are slowly becoming responsible for their own work.","fullyFundedDate":1742156231646,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-success-in-our-classroom/9132265/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Success in Our Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lamoureux","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1931100_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1625837194946","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1931100"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_60877","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":304,"numTeachers":28,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":21,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":73,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"10.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":62.1,"schoolId":60877,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Elias Brookings Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Elias Brookings Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/massachusetts/springfield-public-school-district/elias-brookings-middle-school/60877"}