{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Thomas Balliet Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":31.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8702005,"projectId":10027184,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students are learning in new and exciting ways with technology. The new device helps make lessons more engaging, interactive, and fun. Students are more motivated to participate, practice important skills, and work independently.\r\n\r\nThey are especially excited to use the technology during lessons and centers. It has increased their confidence and enthusiasm for learning. My students look forward to using these tools every day, and they are making great progress.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping my students learn, grow, and build important skills for the future.","fullyFundedDate":1778029036224,"projectUrl":"project/helping-my-students-learn-and-grow-with/10027184/","projectTitle":"Helping My Students Learn and Grow With Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Koseoglu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8702005"},{"teacherId":9691375,"projectId":10012933,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your contribution to not only our classroom, but also to our school. By donating these headphones to our school, you have helped not only my classroom but many students throughout the building. We also still have some left over for next school year which is an added bonus. \r\n\r\nBy having access to these headphones, the students have been able to learn and grow within their computer learning programs. It was also very helpful throughout state and district testing this past quarter. We are very pleased with the new additions to our classroom. \r\n\r\nThank you again!\r\n-Ms. Hickson","fullyFundedDate":1770838995489,"projectUrl":"project/the-sound-of-success/10012933/","projectTitle":"The Sound of Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hickson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9691375"},{"teacherId":8702005,"projectId":10180850,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students now have a fun prize box that helps celebrate their hard work, good choices, and learning growth every day. The goodies arrived super quickly, and my class was so excited the moment I opened the box and showed them all the new prizes. There were lots of smiles, cheers, and happy faces as they looked at each item and talked about which prizes they hoped to earn.\r\n\r\nWe are already using the prize box as part of our classroom reward system. Students earn prizes for showing kindness, following directions, staying focused, and trying their best during lessons. This has made them even more motivated to participate and make positive choices throughout the day. Even small accomplishments now feel extra special to them.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through the school year, the prize box will help us celebrate academic growth, strong behavior, and classroom teamwork. Thank you for helping make our classroom a happier and more encouraging place for my first graders!","fullyFundedDate":1778004449198,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-success-prize-box-for-first/10180850/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Success: Prize Box for First Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Koseoglu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8702005"},{"teacherId":4927136,"projectId":9904406,"letterContent":"The students are so grateful for your donations. They love the yoga donuts to sit on while on the rug or reading in the classroom library. The wobble cushions allow them to move their bodies while working independently or in a small group. The movement helps them focus while still being able to wiggle. The chair bands are also very useful for their wiggly bodies. They use them often to move their feet while working at their seats. \r\nAs the classroom teacher, I use the doorbell to gain the attention of the class for transitions or to attain their attention. All the other materials for the class had been very useful for the class to run smoothly this year. I thank you immensely!","fullyFundedDate":1769645371041,"projectUrl":"project/my-senses-are-calling-i-need-tools-to-a/9904406/","projectTitle":"My Senses are Calling- I Need Tools to Answer!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Leveille","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4927136_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1510160690307","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4927136"},{"teacherId":8702005,"projectId":9923398,"letterContent":"This project has made a meaningful impact on my students by giving them access to engaging books through our Kindle devices. Many of my students are excited to use technology, and the Kindles have made reading feel fun, special, and something they look forward to each day.\r\n\r\nThe Kindles allow students to easily access a variety of books at their level, which helps build their confidence and independence as readers. Features like adjustable text size and built-in support tools make it easier for all students to participate and stay engaged.\r\n\r\nWhat has been most exciting is seeing students who were once hesitant about reading become eager to pick up a Kindle and explore new stories. Some of my more reluctant readers especially enjoy using the devices—they feel more motivated and proud of themselves when they are able to read successfully.\r\n\r\nOverall, this project has helped create a positive reading environment where students are engaged, supported, and growing as readers every day.","fullyFundedDate":1774312440187,"projectUrl":"project/kindles-for-curious-readers/9923398/","projectTitle":"Kindles for Curious Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Koseoglu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8702005"},{"teacherId":8652184,"projectId":9960627,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my first grade classroom. My students are making great use of their materials every day in their small group reading and math centers. Because of this project, I am able to create new materials for my students to help them as they grow and learn in their reading and math careers. I have used the legiliner almost every day when instructing students at my kidney table and the tabletop pocket chart has been a huge help to our writing and peer to peer word work centers.","fullyFundedDate":1768006326086,"projectUrl":"project/centers-for-success/9960627/","projectTitle":"Centers for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Caldwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/caldwellballiet"},{"teacherId":3990715,"projectId":9847023,"letterContent":"Students have had fun with each hands-on story kit, while they learned story elements. They have named characters and told what happened first, next, and last and have identified the setting and sequenced the story to the end. \r\n\r\nSome students chose to work with a partner, while others chose to do it on their own. They liked the variety of felt boards, the ones for the rug and the larger magnetic one. \r\nStudents repeated the lines in the story and checked the book while they placed the props in sequence. They were excited and told their partners or the teachers in the room when they were done and to come see it! Once they finished, students did another one! Each story was enjoyed and kept them engaged to finish. \r\n\r\nThe story kits have already built fluency and self-confidence in their reading. We are all so grateful! It is wonderful to be thought of and supported on our educational journey to build a solid foundation in reading. Thank you so much for your time and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1765908224035,"projectUrl":"project/tell-me-a-story/9847023/","projectTitle":"Tell Me a Story!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Graham","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3990715_orig.jpg?crop=567,567,x0,y25&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1679976914276","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3990715"},{"teacherId":8652184,"projectId":9112630,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my classroom! My students and I are really enjoying our new cleaning materials, especially the yummy coconut and floral scent of the cleaning wipes. My student were extra excited for this delivery to arrive as I allowed them to choose the scent for our classroom. It is a small detail that everyone loves, and we even get compliments from visiting teachers, staff, and students on how clean and nice our room smells! My students are now excited every day to take on classroom jobs of cleaning up and this shared responsibility is one of the many reasons we are a strong community. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1746699641510,"projectUrl":"project/keep-it-clean/9112630/","projectTitle":"Keep It Clean","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Caldwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/caldwellballiet"},{"teacherId":8886837,"projectId":9871862,"letterContent":"The look on my students faces when they first heard that they were receiving materials from Donors Choose, was purely magical! I saw the excitement in them from their ear-to-ear grins, and that their eyes lit up as if they were getting presents!\r\n\r\nDuring the writing block, students are enjoying their new comfort chairs on the rug because they are soft with a backrest. The new headphones are wonderful because students are able to focus and concentrate. It is such an enjoyment for students to have a snack during the writing block! Weekly prizes are distributed as an incentive for completing assignments and following school core values. \r\n\r\nOur next project is called Books on Reading Comprehension, Hooked on Us! Having new resources would be valuable to increase students' academic reading and writing skills throughout the year!","fullyFundedDate":1771789366856,"projectUrl":"project/comfortable-in-the-classroom/9871862/","projectTitle":"Comfortable in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hooks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8886837"},{"teacherId":545328,"projectId":9455039,"letterContent":"I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your support. I am an elementary special education teacher that works with students who struggle following classroom rules, procedures and completing assignments. I received a large box of fidget toys for my project to help support my students. The many different toy I received for my PBIS prize box were a big hit with the kids. Every week students earn points for following PBIS core values and are able to go to the prize box. Students get very excited to pick something out for doing a good job in the classroom. I was able to add a variety of different fidget toys that have become very popular and students look forward to picking something out. \r\n\r\nMy students often struggle managing different assignments and emotions. They put in extra effort to follow rules and complete their assignments to earn PBIS points and an opportunity every Friday to pick out a different fidget toy from the prize box. My students are staying more engaged in their learning and as a result they are showing growth.","fullyFundedDate":1760737114389,"projectUrl":"project/pbis-school-store-rewards/9455039/","projectTitle":"PBIS School Store Rewards","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp545328_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1534973631708","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/545328"},{"teacherId":8702005,"projectId":9766954,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Reading and Rewards: Creating a Classroom Kids Love. These resources are being used daily and have had a positive impact on our classroom.\r\n\r\nStudents are enjoying the reading materials during independent reading and group activities, and the rewards have helped encourage positive behavior and effort. When the students first saw the materials, they were excited and eager to use them, which created a lot of enthusiasm in our classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of this project, students are more motivated and engaged in their learning. Our next steps include continuing to build strong reading habits and helping students develop confidence as learners. We are so grateful for your support in helping create a classroom our students love.","fullyFundedDate":1763592684591,"projectUrl":"project/reading-and-rewards-creating-a-classroo/9766954/","projectTitle":"Reading and Rewards: Creating a Classroom Kids Love","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Koseoglu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8702005"},{"teacherId":8702005,"projectId":9744246,"letterContent":"Although the original shelves were out of stock, I was able to use the funds to purchase other much-needed classroom materials that support daily learning and organization. These resources are being used every day to help keep our classroom running smoothly and to support student independence.\r\n\r\nWhen my students saw the new materials, they were excited to use them and help set them up in the classroom. They enjoy having clear, organized spaces and materials that are easy to access, which has made transitions and learning time more efficient.\r\n\r\nThese items are now being used during centers, small-group instruction, and independent work time. Having the right materials in place allows students to focus more on learning and less on searching for supplies. Our next steps include continuing to build routines that encourage responsibility, independence, and collaboration. I am very grateful to our donors for their flexibility and support in helping meet our classroom's real and immediate needs.","fullyFundedDate":1758670716460,"projectUrl":"project/shelves-to-organize-our-learning/9744246/","projectTitle":"Shelves to Organize Our Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Koseoglu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8702005"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_60903","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":291,"numTeachers":20,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":19,"percentWhite":8,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":62,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":6,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":68.9,"schoolId":60903,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Thomas Balliet Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Thomas Balliet Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/massachusetts/springfield-public-school-district/thomas-balliet-elementary-school/60903"}