{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Frederick Harris Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":34.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9801912,"projectId":10070093,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support! Students are creating ocean themed artwork using recycled and sustainable materials. These projects are inspiring creativity and help students learn about caring for our environment. Students are also designing art inspired by science topics including endangered animals, the ocean, and ecosystems. Using different materials like markers, cardstock, gel crayons and aluminum foil, they are turning scientific ideas into colorful visual stories. Thank you again for your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1774312439484,"projectUrl":"project/young-artists-envision-a-sustainable-wor/10070093/","projectTitle":"Young Artists Envision a Sustainable World","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Twitchell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9801912_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764084830224","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9801912"},{"teacherId":9801912,"projectId":10161477,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the colorful, fun and interesting books! \r\n\r\nWe continue to use these books in our art classes to help with our artwork and to inspire creativity. They give us new ideas and make creating even more fun. Our art projects include exciting topics like science, animals, the ocean, and so much more. The variety of different books really help us learn about new topics and to bring our ideas to life!\r\nOur students are excited to draw, imagine, and share their creativity every day. Your kindness means so much to us, and you've made our classroom a more creative place.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1773892479464,"projectUrl":"project/growing-creative-thinkers-through-books/10161477/","projectTitle":"Growing Creative Thinkers Through Books and Art","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Twitchell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9801912_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764084830224","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9801912"},{"teacherId":9801912,"projectId":10016720,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the colorful, fun, and engaging books! We love using these books in our art classes. They help inspire creativity and bring our artwork to life. They spark new ideas, introduce us to exciting topics, and make creating even more enjoyable. Our art projects explore themes like science, animals, the ocean, and so much more, and the wide variety of books helps us learn and imagine in new ways. Our students are excited to draw, explore, and share their creativity every day. Your generosity truly makes a difference and has helped make our classroom an even more creative and inspiring place.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1773843494627,"projectUrl":"project/growing-creative-thinkers-through-art-/10016720/","projectTitle":"Growing Creative Thinkers Through Art & Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Twitchell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9801912_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764084830224","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9801912"},{"teacherId":10379041,"projectId":9951366,"letterContent":"I want to take a moment to show my appreciation and gratitude for your support and generosity. As a first year teacher my main priority is to make sure the kids feel safe, loved, and comfortable in my classroom. Although stools may feel like a small change to the classroom it has heavily impacted small group instruction in my room. Before students were using regular chairs and we were very crammed at the table. Students now have a comfortable spot in which they can all fit around my table and have their own comfortable space. We use these chairs every day both at my small group table or as other flexible seating throughout my classroom.\r\n\r\nWhen the chairs first got delivered the students were very excited to have something new to use and were asking questions about where they were from and when they would get to use them. This sparked a conversation about those who take the time and effort to contribute to our classroom to make it better. We have been focusing on kindness in our classroom, and this was a great way to incorporate an example of kind hearted people who are willing to help school communities and classrooms.\r\n\r\nAs a first year teacher it is hard to supply all the materials we need in the classroom. Your donation has truly made an impact and we will continue to use these stools everyday in our room. Both myself and my first grade students want to say from the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU!!","fullyFundedDate":1767404155851,"projectUrl":"project/small-group-comfort/9951366/","projectTitle":"Small Group Comfort!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Howard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10379041"},{"teacherId":4797236,"projectId":10039431,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation. Students were so excited to receive their new books. Students were able to bring the new books home to enjoy with their families. Students were able to pick what book they wanted. Students were so excited to see their options. Parents enjoyed having the opportunity to read a new book with their students at home. I appreciate your kindness in ensuring students have the opportunity to experience literacy in many different environments. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1768835857327,"projectUrl":"project/we-love-to-read/10039431/","projectTitle":"We Love to Read!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sullivan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4797236"},{"teacherId":9801912,"projectId":10111582,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Girls on the Run program!\r\n\r\nOur students loved decorating their own water bottles with the stickers! It was a fun team-building moment where they expressed their personalities and shared positive messages with each other. They now have their water bottles to use during practices!\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, the excitement was immediate. The girls couldn't wait to start decorating and were so proud of their creations. They were also thrilled to see the face paint, hair ties, friendship bracelets, and gemstone stickers that we will be able to use this season and for the 5K!\r\n\r\nAs we continue preparing for our end-of-season 5K, the girls are building confidence and encouraging one another. We're looking forward to using the running tutus and other materials to make the final laps and race day even more special.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this experience so meaningful for our students!","fullyFundedDate":1772581429802,"projectUrl":"project/girls-on-the-run-is-so-much-fun/10111582/","projectTitle":"Girls on the Run Is So Much Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Twitchell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9801912_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764084830224","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9801912"},{"teacherId":9801912,"projectId":9894066,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made such a meaningful impact on our classroom, thank you!\r\n\r\nSince receiving the art materials and books, my students have been learning in more creative, hands-on ways. During a recent lesson, students observed endangered animals and used the paint sticks and other art materials to illustrate details like color and texture. It was amazing to see them connect science and art while staying fully engaged and excited. Students will use the books to inspire their own science-based art projects, combining research with creative expression. These experiences are helping them build confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning.\r\n\r\nThank you so much making this possible for our students!","fullyFundedDate":1771342506342,"projectUrl":"project/the-art-of-science-exploring-stem-throu/9894066/","projectTitle":"The Art of Science: Exploring Stem Through Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Twitchell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9801912_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764084830224","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9801912"},{"teacherId":8457959,"projectId":9941806,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kind and generous donation to my classroom. My students greatly appreciate the new materials that help making learning fun and exciting. \r\n\r\nThe Play-Doh is helping them use their fine motor skills to build new creations, such as building letters in the alphabet or numbers. The headphones are helping them build skills used for technology like how to use an iPad or a computer to learn. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your kind and generous offerings to benefit my classroom and students.","fullyFundedDate":1771342506781,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-helpers/9941806/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Helpers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Trezza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8457959_orig.jpg?crop=2919,2919,x0,y369&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660571755435","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8457959"},{"teacherId":5226727,"projectId":9910466,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible gift to our classroom! The kids are so excited for new learning and social emotional tools! The letter stamps and number transformers have already been very popular at center time. The sensory boards are in our calm corner to help students regulate their emotions! The laminating sheets will be used to preserve things for being used multiple times. Thank you so much for making a positive impact for our preschool students in classroom! It is so greatly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1771342506486,"projectUrl":"project/learning-social-emotional-tools-and-cla/9910466/","projectTitle":"Learning, Social Emotional Tools and Classroom Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Farrell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5226727_orig.jpg?crop=614,614,x443,y163&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1687869610478","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5226727"},{"teacherId":2719906,"projectId":9851602,"letterContent":"On behalf of our entire school community, thank you so much for your generous donation to our Attendance Challenge!\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we are one step closer to celebrating our students' hard work and commitment to being present and prepared each day. Our goal of reaching a 94% attendance rate has truly energized our school, and the excitement has been contagious. Students are encouraging one another, showing up ready to learn, and taking pride in being here every single day.\r\n\r\nYour donation of duct tape may seem simple, but it represents so much more — encouragement, community support, and belief in our students' success. Thanks to you, we'll be able to celebrate their achievement in a fun and memorable way (and yes, our Principal and Assistant Principal are ready!).\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your partnership in supporting education and helping our students build bright futures.","fullyFundedDate":1771789367062,"projectUrl":"project/sticking-to-good-attendance/9851602/","projectTitle":"Sticking to Good Attendance!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Shermer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2719906_orig.png?crop=399,399,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1646751493750","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-sroka"},{"teacherId":9885808,"projectId":9992008,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, our students are experiencing opportunities that once felt out of reach. Your support has allowed us to provide meaningful rewards that recognize their hard work, growth, and perseverance—boosting both motivation and confidence in powerful ways. Because of your contribution, we are able to offer academic achievement awards, educational resources, enrichment activities, and special recognition incentives that celebrate progress and dedication. These rewards do more than acknowledge success; they inspire students to set higher goals, stay engaged in their learning, and believe in their potential. Most importantly, students are now genuinely excited and looking forward to completing their assignments and responsibilities, knowing their effort will be recognized and celebrated. They are taking greater ownership of their work, showing increased commitment, and demonstrating pride in accomplishing their goals. Your generosity is not just funding programs—it is creating encouragement, building responsibility, and making a lasting impact on each student's journey.","fullyFundedDate":1770838998229,"projectUrl":"project/rewards-are-so-fun/9992008/","projectTitle":"Rewards Are So Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9885808_orig.jpg?crop=1284,1284,x0,y38&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1735848481923","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mart315"},{"teacherId":2719906,"projectId":9868505,"letterContent":"\"If we teach today as we taught yesterday, we rob our children of tomorrow.\" – John Dewey\r\n\r\nThank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping us provide the tools our students need to be successful. Your generosity is truly making a difference in the lives of our children.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our students now have access to pop-it keychains, smelly pencils, and squishy mochis—simple yet powerful tools that help them manage movement, calm their minds, and stay focused during learning time. For many students, having a small sensory outlet right at their desk helps them regulate their emotions and continue participating in class.\r\n\r\nThe smelly pencils, in particular, give students a positive and discreet way to calm themselves when they are feeling overwhelmed. These resources help create a supportive classroom environment where students feel understood, prepared, and capable.\r\n\r\nYour support is helping us ensure that every child has what they need to reach their goals. We are so grateful for your belief in our students and for helping us build a classroom where everyone can thrive.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,\r\nThank you for making a difference in our students' lives!","fullyFundedDate":1768429045737,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-tools-for-success/9868505/","projectTitle":"Sensory Tools For Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Shermer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2719906_orig.png?crop=399,399,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1646751493750","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-sroka"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_60879","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":570,"numTeachers":41,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":4,"percentBlack":18,"percentWhite":16,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":53,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"13.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":65.5,"schoolId":60879,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Frederick Harris Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Frederick Harris Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/massachusetts/springfield-public-school-district/frederick-harris-elementary-school/60879"}