{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Springfield Public Day Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":32.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5790158,"projectId":10302378,"letterContent":"Your donation sends an important message to our students: they are valued, supported, and cared for. It allows us to provide resources to students and families who may otherwise struggle to access these essential items, while helping create a school environment where every child can feel comfortable, confident, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your generosity and for recognizing the importance of supporting the whole child. Your contribution is more than a donation of products; it is an investment in the wellbeing, confidence, and success of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1788964636719,"projectUrl":"project/clean-confident-ready-to-learn/10302378/","projectTitle":"Clean, Confident, Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jess","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5790158_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731014975064","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nurse-jess"},{"teacherId":8720489,"projectId":10694471,"letterContent":"Log in\r\nSign up for free\r\nYou said:\r\n2 paragraph thank you letter for crew neck sweaters for my low income students as the weather gets colder\r\n\r\nChatGPT said:\r\nWriting\r\n\r\n\r\nDear [Donor/Organization Name],\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our students and school community, I would like to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous donation of crew neck sweaters for our students. As the weather gets colder, these sweaters will provide much-needed warmth, comfort, and protection from the chilly days ahead. Your kindness and generosity mean so much, especially to our low-income students and families who may face challenges in affording warm clothing during the colder months. Your thoughtful gift helps ensure that our students can come to school feeling warm, comfortable, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our students. Your generosity goes beyond providing clothing; it shows our students that their community cares about them and their well-being. We are truly grateful for your compassion, support, and willingness to help meet the needs of our children. Thank you for helping us create a warmer, more caring, and supportive school community.\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation,\r\n\r\n[Your Name]\r\n[Your Title/School Name]\r\n\r\n\r\nYou said:\r\nHow did this project impact your students' learning?\r\nWhat were you able to accomplish in your teaching because of the materials provided?\r\nIf possible, call out The DonorsChoose Community by name! 1 paragraph\r\n\r\nChatGPT said:\r\nThe crew neck sweaters provided through The DonorsChoose Community made a meaningful impact on my students' learning by helping them stay warm, comfortable, and focused as the weather gets colder. For many of my low-income students, having access to warm clothing can be a challenge, and these sweaters helped reduce one barrier to learning. With their basic needs better supported, students could feel more comfortable in the classroom, participate in activities, and focus more on their schoolwork rather than the cold. These materials also allowed me to create a more supportive and caring learning environment where students feel valued and cared for. I am incredibly grateful to The DonorsChoose Community for their generosity and for recognizing that meeting students' basic needs is an important part of helping them succeed academically and emotionally.\r\n\r\n\r\nThis might also interest you.\r\n\r\n\r\nDPC&S Inc\r\nA Path to Growth\r\nDonor strategy built around you.\r\nAd\r\n\r\nYou said:\r\n2 paragraphs thank you letter for legos for club wednesday for my students with ieps\r\n\r\nChatGPT said:\r\nWriting\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous donation of LEGO sets for our Wednesday Club! These materials will provide our students with exciting opportunities to build, create, explore, and learn together in a fun and engaging environment. For our students with Individualized Education Programs, LEGO activities offer valuable opportunities to develop problem-solving skills, practice fine motor coordination, strengthen communication, and build confidence while working at their own pace. Your thoughtful donation will help make our club a welcoming space where every student can experience the joy of learning through hands-on activities.\r\n\r\nYour generosity means so much to our students and our school community. The LEGO sets will encourage creativity, teamwork, patience, and perseverance while giving students opportunities to share ideas, work together, and celebrate their accomplishments. Most importantly, these materials help us create an inclusive environment where every student feels capable, supported, and proud of what they can achieve. Thank you for investing in our students and helping make Wednesday Club a meaningful and memorable experience. Your kindness will make a lasting difference in their learning and growth!","fullyFundedDate":1792599100503,"projectUrl":"project/build-create-have-fun-/10694471/","projectTitle":"Build, Create & Have Fun !","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gladden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8720489_orig.jpg?crop=1064,1064,x118,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664302543185","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8720489"},{"teacherId":8720489,"projectId":10644411,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students and school community, I would like to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous donation of crew neck sweaters for our students. As the weather gets colder, these sweaters will provide much-needed warmth, comfort, and protection from the chilly days ahead. Your kindness and generosity mean so much, especially to our low-income students and families who may face challenges in affording warm clothing during the colder months. Your thoughtful gift helps ensure that our students can come to school feeling warm, comfortable, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our students. Your generosity goes beyond providing clothing, it shows our students that their community cares about them and their well-being. We are truly grateful for your compassion, support, and willingness to help meet the needs of our children. Thank you for helping us create a warmer, more caring, and supportive school community.","fullyFundedDate":1792606953811,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-sweaters-smiles/10644411/","projectTitle":"Snacks, Sweaters & Smiles!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gladden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8720489_orig.jpg?crop=1064,1064,x118,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664302543185","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8720489"},{"teacherId":9827932,"projectId":10702149,"letterContent":"Thank you so much to our generous donors for providing a mini heater for our classroom! Having a warm and comfortable classroom makes a big difference for our students, especially during the colder months. When students feel comfortable, they can focus better, participate in activities, and enjoy their time at school. Your kindness helps us create a welcoming learning environment where our students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn. We are truly grateful for your generosity and for helping make our classroom a warmer and happier place for everyone.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, I can also provide more hands-on craft activities that allow my students to explore their creativity, express themselves, and learn through fun projects. These activities help students develop fine motor skills, practice following directions, improve problem-solving abilities, and build confidence in their work. Our students enjoy having opportunities to create something special with their own hands, share their ideas, and feel proud of their accomplishments. Your generosity helps me provide meaningful learning experiences that combine creativity, social interaction, and enjoyment. Thank you for making a positive difference in our classroom and helping our students stay comfortable, creative, and excited about learning!","fullyFundedDate":1792595784110,"projectUrl":"project/warm-room-happy-students/10702149/","projectTitle":"Warm Room, Happy Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pagan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9827932_orig.jpg?crop=470,470,x85,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730909191018","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9827932"},{"teacherId":9827932,"projectId":10704922,"letterContent":"Thank you so much to our generous donors for providing college T-shirts for our students from low-income families! These shirts give our students the opportunity to explore different colleges, learn about higher education, and begin thinking about their future goals. Many of our students are still discovering their interests and learning about the opportunities available to them after graduation. Having college T-shirts helps make college feel more familiar, exciting, and achievable. Your generosity helps our students feel included and reminds them that their dreams matter and that they have the potential to achieve great things.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, I can create engaging college and career exploration activities that encourage students to learn about different schools, discuss future careers, participate in college visits, and prepare for career fairs and hands-on projects. These experiences help students build confidence, develop aspirations, and understand the many paths they can take after high school. The college T-shirts will help create excitement and a sense of belonging as students explore their future possibilities. Thank you for investing in our students and helping them see that college and career opportunities are within their reach. Your kindness is making a meaningful difference in their lives and inspiring them to dream big!","fullyFundedDate":1792599101689,"projectUrl":"project/college-bound-wear-your-dreams/10704922/","projectTitle":"College Bound: Wear Your Dreams!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pagan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9827932_orig.jpg?crop=470,470,x85,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730909191018","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9827932"},{"teacherId":9827932,"projectId":10704759,"letterContent":"Thank you so much to our generous donors for providing LEGO sets for our Wednesday Club! These hands-on materials bring excitement, creativity, and joy to our students with IEPs and those from low-income families. The LEGO sets give our students the opportunity to explore, build, and learn in a fun and supportive environment. Our Wednesday Club is a special time for students to relax, express themselves, work together, and discover new interests while developing important skills.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our students can practice problem-solving, critical thinking, communication, teamwork, and following directions while creating their own unique designs. Building with LEGOs also encourages patience, confidence, and perseverance as students learn to turn their ideas into reality. These activities help make our club welcoming and inclusive, giving every student a chance to participate, feel successful, and be proud of what they accomplish. Thank you for investing in our students and helping make Wednesdays an exciting time filled with creativity, learning, and fun!","fullyFundedDate":1792606953295,"projectUrl":"project/brick-by-brick-lets-build/10704759/","projectTitle":"Brick By Brick: Let’s Build!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pagan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9827932_orig.jpg?crop=470,470,x85,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730909191018","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9827932"},{"teacherId":9827932,"projectId":10581849,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom by providing cleaning supplies during flu season! These supplies help us keep our classroom clean, safe, and healthy for our students and staff. Having the proper cleaning products allows us to disinfect surfaces, reduce the spread of germs, and create a healthier learning environment where students can feel comfortable and focus on their education. Your kindness and generosity make a meaningful difference in helping us protect our school community, especially during flu season. We are truly grateful for your support and for helping us keep our classroom clean, healthy, and ready to learn. Thank you for caring about our students and staff!","fullyFundedDate":1792599100999,"projectUrl":"project/clean-healthy-ready-to-learn/10581849/","projectTitle":"Clean, Healthy & Ready to Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pagan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9827932_orig.jpg?crop=470,470,x85,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730909191018","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9827932"},{"teacherId":8640488,"projectId":10406381,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students and staff, we would like to express our heartfelt gratitude for your incredibly generous donation of sports equipment to our middle school. The equipment was more than our students could have ever imagined. YOU made this happen. \r\n\r\nOur school serves students with social, emotional, and behavioral challenges, and opportunities for physical activity are an important part of helping our students regulate their emotions, build confidence, develop positive relationships, and simply have fun. Because we do not always have access to a gym, your donation has made it possible for our students to enjoy meaningful physical activities in other spaces.\r\n\r\nThe water bottles, croquet sets, badminton sets, footballs, and the wonderful variety of basketball equipment will give our students so many opportunities to get active, practice teamwork, learn sportsmanship, and experience success. Whether they are shooting baskets, playing badminton, tossing a football, or learning a new game of croquet, these activities provide our students with positive ways to connect with one another and take a break from the challenges of the school day.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping us create a school environment where every student has opportunities to participate, belong, and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1790392901456,"projectUrl":"project/inner-city-sebs-students-learning-vital/10406381/","projectTitle":"Inner-City SEBS Students Learning Vital Skills Via Club Sports","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Dutton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8640488_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y36&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725805463117","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8640488"},{"teacherId":8640488,"projectId":10698685,"letterContent":"On behalf of our SPED school students and staff, we would like to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous donation of snacks, including chips, jerky, crackers, and fruit snacks. Our students jumped at the chance to open the boxes. \r\n\r\nYour kindness means so much to our students. These snacks provide an extra source of encouragement and motivation throughout the school day. For many of our students, having a special snack to look forward to can be a meaningful reward for their hard work, positive choices, and efforts to learn and grow.\r\n\r\nWe are also grateful for the opportunity to send snacks home with our students. Being able to bring something home to share with their families brings our students so much excitement and pride. Your generosity reaches beyond our classrooms and helps support our students and their families in a very special way.\r\n\r\nThank you for thinking of our students and supporting their success. Your generosity reminds them that their community cares about them, believes in them, and wants to see them thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1790811461484,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-to-sustain-our-sped-students-and/10698685/","projectTitle":"Snacks to Sustain our SPED Students and Keep Them Motivated","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Dutton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8640488_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y36&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725805463117","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8640488"},{"teacherId":8640488,"projectId":10697731,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project to provide books for students to take home during these difficult times. \r\n\r\nYour generosity is making an important difference for students and their families. When technology is unavailable or lost because of cyberattacks, having a physical book at home ensures that students can continue learning, reading, practicing, and exploring even when digital resources are not accessible.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, students have something tangible they can hold onto and use wherever they are. These books provide not only educational opportunities, but also a sense of stability and continuity during uncertain circumstances.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your belief in our students and your commitment to keeping learning within their reach. Your support reminds our students that their education matters and that their community is behind them.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us put books into students' hands and keep the joy of learning going—no matter what challenges arise. The smiles on students' faces were countless and they could not believe that they now had a book of their own. For many of our students this is the first book in their home library. Such a treat.","fullyFundedDate":1790393461713,"projectUrl":"project/weve-lost-our-technology-our-need-for/10697731/","projectTitle":"We've Lost Our Technology: Our Need For Books Is Critical","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Dutton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8640488_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y36&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725805463117","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8640488"},{"teacherId":8640488,"projectId":10647721,"letterContent":"On behalf of our SPED middle school students, thank you so much for your generous donation of choice reading materials and books!\r\n\r\nYour thoughtful contribution is making a meaningful difference for our students. Many of our students have developed a genuine interest in reading and enjoy having the opportunity to choose books and materials that match their interests, abilities, and personalities. Having engaging reading choices available in the classroom encourages them to read not only during school, but also at home.\r\n\r\nYour generosity helps us create a classroom where every student can find something they are excited to read. More importantly, you are helping our students build confidence, independence, vocabulary, and a lifelong love of reading.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your support of our students and for helping us make reading more accessible, enjoyable, and meaningful for them. Thank you for investing in our young readers! We were overjoyed to open the boxes when they arrived.","fullyFundedDate":1790192374545,"projectUrl":"project/equitable-access-to-choice-texts-should/10647721/","projectTitle":"Equitable Access To Choice Texts Should Be Common For All","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Dutton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8640488_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y36&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725805463117","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8640488"},{"teacherId":8720489,"projectId":10691353,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating soccer balls and supplies to our soccer club! My students with IEPs were so excited when they first saw the new soccer equipment. Their excitement was contagious, and many students immediately wanted to get outside and start playing. We are using the new resources during our soccer club practices to work on dribbling, passing, shooting, teamwork, and sportsmanship. The new equipment has helped make our practices more engaging and gives every student an opportunity to participate, build confidence, and feel successful.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue practicing our soccer skills and preparing for upcoming club activities and games. We are also using our practices as opportunities to work on communication, cooperation, following directions, and encouraging one another. Seeing students who may sometimes struggle in other settings become excited, involved, and proud of their accomplishments has been incredibly rewarding. Thank you for giving our students these opportunities and for helping make our soccer club a welcoming place where every student can participate and feel like an important part of the team!","fullyFundedDate":1790453089052,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-kick-off-/10691353/","projectTitle":"Help Us Kick Off! ⚽","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gladden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8720489_orig.jpg?crop=1064,1064,x118,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664302543185","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8720489"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_32397","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":60,"numTeachers":12,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":16,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":66,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":10,"gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"5.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":67.1,"schoolId":32397,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Springfield Public Day Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Springfield Public Day Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/massachusetts/springfield-public-school-district/safe-springfield-academy-ms/32397"}