{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Ledge Street School","outOfStateSupporters":56.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8091083,"projectId":9696364,"letterContent":"Our classroom has already been making great use of the two standing desks, and they have quickly become a valuable part of our daily routine. The desks are used during independent work, small-group activities, and writing time, especially for students who focus better when they have the option to stand and move while learning. One moment that stood out was during a recent writing lesson when a student who usually struggles to stay engaged chose to use a standing desk and remained focused through the entire activity while completing more work than usual.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the standing desks, they were excited and immediately wanted to know how they would be used in our classroom. They saw them as something special, and many students were eager for a chance to try them. It quickly became clear that the desks were not only motivating but also helped students feel more comfortable and in control of their learning environment.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through the year, students will use the standing desks during reading responses, math problem solving, and collaborative projects. We are currently working on activities that require sustained focus and discussion, and having flexible seating options helps students choose the environment where they learn best. These desks are giving students another way to stay engaged, productive, and successful throughout the school day. Thank you for helping create a classroom that supports different learning needs and encourages student growth.","fullyFundedDate":1765757409937,"projectUrl":"project/rise-learn/9696364/","projectTitle":"Rise & Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. V","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8091083_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698079472045","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8091083"},{"teacherId":3156682,"projectId":9958101,"letterContent":"Thank you for your thoughtful and kind donation to our classroom. We use our new table everyday. It is a great space for me to hold small groups such as reading groups. Students like to come to my table to do crafts or receive extra help. This is a space they enjoying coming to where they can be creative and learn. It is the perfect size for us to work together in a small group. While also opening up some space in our classroom. We are so grateful for a new space that is really conducive to our learning and our space.","fullyFundedDate":1771258417917,"projectUrl":"project/reading-group-table/9958101/","projectTitle":"Reading Group Table","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gallagher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3156682_orig.jpg?crop=439,439,x266,y219&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754166595016","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3156682"},{"teacherId":10313168,"projectId":9831607,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for giving us amazing tools for my classroom. The students were so excited to work on new classroom activities and projects. They wanted to start right away!!\r\n\r\nWe have spent the last 2 months creating fun art for holidays, art projects to continue our knowledge in nature, Ancient Greece, and Ancient China. For our students, these activities really help them engage and make connections that basic worksheets can't offer. Without your support, we would have never been able to make such amazing work!","fullyFundedDate":1765757410869,"projectUrl":"project/sparking-creativity-equipping-our-class/9831607/","projectTitle":"Sparking Creativity: Equipping Our Classroom with Essential Art Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Estabrook","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10313168"},{"teacherId":1050024,"projectId":10148250,"letterContent":"We were able to do an unboxing during a whole band rehearsal with a flute we also received, and the experience was something that is difficult to put into words. \r\nThe student receiving the trumpet had one that was missing a couple pieces and worked, most of the time, after a generous amount of valve oil every time we played.\r\nHe was so excited during lessons this week because he was playing more than one sound, getting out multiple notes, and starting to join in with his peers in the learning process. \r\nIt has been a tremendous joy watching my students receive new instruments that they no longer have to fix every time they want to play. You're helping making Jurassic Park possible in our room this year!","fullyFundedDate":1774004204739,"projectUrl":"project/trumpet-alarm/10148250/","projectTitle":"Trumpet Alarm","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Robison","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1050024_orig.jpg?crop=400,400,x0,y32&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765737523719","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hrobison"},{"teacherId":1050024,"projectId":10148227,"letterContent":"In order to fully describe the impact of this gift, I have to take you back to my first week as the new music teacher in my classroom. \r\nI was tasked with starting band ASAP, so of course, I started everything the first week I arrived at my new school in December. Throughout all of this, I was assessing instruments, getting to know students and names, and figuring out how to put a concert together in record time.\r\nI had one young student who walked up to me, flute in hand and succinctly said \"I can't play anything!\"\r\nOne pass at the instrument and I looked at him and said \"guess what? it's not you!\" He was so excited that it wasn't his fault! It was heartbreaking that he thought it was even a little! So we sent that instrument for repairs, it came back a week later, mostly functional.\r\nNow we fast forward a little. This young man still didn't really want to play, he was nervous and would rather help me conduct than play his instrument. Well, we got our first new flute and a 5th grader got it, and he was so excited to see someone else get a new instrument. He cheered them on and celebrated with her. Then we got a new student we didn't have an instrument for, and I feel so blessed when I say that project got funded to quickly. He cheered her on and was excited for a friend to join band with a brand new instrument, and she's a natural even! \r\nThen, I posted this project with this young man in mind, and I told him, yours is next, so we will see! The pictures you'll see of him opening his new instrument don't really do the moment justice, because the joy on his face is indescribable. You've made a kids day today, and he now has a fully functional, brand new flute that he can play with pride. Thank you so much for making such an impact on our students.","fullyFundedDate":1774144441733,"projectUrl":"project/finicky-flute-2/10148227/","projectTitle":"Finicky Flute 2","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Robison","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1050024_orig.jpg?crop=400,400,x0,y32&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765737523719","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hrobison"},{"teacherId":9336782,"projectId":10162389,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your amazing donation of calm lights in the classroom. We absolutely love them. The students were super excited and we put them together right away. We will use the hexagons as tools for calming corner. The long skinny light is perfect especially we only want to put the fluorescent lights off and just have a little bit of shine in the classroom. It also gives a calming effect and we appreciate that It's people like you behind the scenes to make a difference every day. Thank you so much. We really appreciate it.","fullyFundedDate":1774190841464,"projectUrl":"project/new-calm-and-bright-lights-needed-in-the/10162389/","projectTitle":"New Calm and Bright Lights Needed in the Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Oro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9336782_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y224&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700147208493","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9336782"},{"teacherId":1050024,"projectId":9972368,"letterContent":"The best part of this project is introducing a unique instrument to a large group of students. I was fortunate enough to get to play steel pans when I was in high school and it really brought out the fact that I loved music and it's something that I wanted to pursue in my career and life.\r\nFast forward a couple decades and now I am introducing this same instrument to younger students and they are thriving. So many questions around what songs can we play, how can we play them, and is this really an unusual instrument to have in schools?\r\nWe learned how young this instrument is compared to others, as well as that if you have all the voices, they create a full ensemble all on their own!\r\nMy students were really interested to learn it originated around a biscuit container.\r\n\r\nIt is because of donors like you, we are able to expose students to new and diverse music to it's fullest. It's one thing to watch these instruments on a video, and an entirely different experience when you actually get to play them. Seeing their joy upon opening the instruments, putting them together, and then playing them is something that is extremely difficult to put into words. I hope you know that you have made an incredibly positive impact on a lot of students through this project.","fullyFundedDate":1773318019075,"projectUrl":"project/diverse-music-steel-pans/9972368/","projectTitle":"Diverse Music - Steel Pans","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Robison","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1050024_orig.jpg?crop=400,400,x0,y32&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765737523719","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hrobison"},{"teacherId":9336782,"projectId":10052087,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for our amazing donations of Barbies in the classroom. The students were super excited to get them. We love that all of the Barbies are multicultural and diverse. The astronaut one is super cool. We're still waiting on a few other ones but it's been great especially for indoor recess since it's been so cold lately. The students are also allowed to play with them during their free time which is a great motivational tool in the classroom. Thank you again for your kindness. We are so grateful for people like you behind the scenes of donors. Choose have a great day.","fullyFundedDate":1773621872901,"projectUrl":"project/barbies-and-accessories-needed-in-the-cl/10052087/","projectTitle":"Barbies and Accessories Needed in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Oro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9336782_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y224&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700147208493","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9336782"},{"teacherId":9336782,"projectId":10132258,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your amazing donation of headphones and storage for us in the classroom. As you know, we use chrome books daily. Unfortunately, normal wear and tear breaks down our headphones. We were in desperate need of new ones so now the children have it. We also love the storage. It's much easier for them to come and go and grab what they need without everything getting tangled up. I've spent many hours untangling and this is helping immensely. Thank you again for all that you did. Thank you !","fullyFundedDate":1773408943171,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-and-storage-needed-please/10132258/","projectTitle":"Headphones and Storage Needed Please!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Oro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9336782_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y224&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700147208493","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9336782"},{"teacherId":9336782,"projectId":10156960,"letterContent":"We can't thank you enough for your donation of shoes and socks in our classroom. What a touching story you have. I myself I've been a teacher for 30 years at ledge street school. I grew up in Nashua as well! I went to bicentennial school. When I saw that you were from Nashua, I thought that was so amazing. Ledge street school has some of the most amazing students in the whole city. I'm so glad to be able to have this for them. \r\nThey also say thank you from the bottom of their hearts. Our feet will be nice and dry nowThank you so much. we really appreciate it.","fullyFundedDate":1773855669151,"projectUrl":"project/shoes-and-socks-needed-for-emergencies/10156960/","projectTitle":"Shoes and Socks Needed for Emergencies!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Oro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9336782_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y224&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700147208493","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9336782"},{"teacherId":188390,"projectId":9874535,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our indoor recess project. Because of your kindness, my second graders now have engaging, safe, and fun activities to enjoy during indoor recess. Your donations have made a meaningful difference in our classroom, giving students opportunities to play, collaborate, and recharge, even when we can't go outside.\r\n\r\nThese materials not only bring joy to our students, but they also help build important social skills like sharing, teamwork, and problem-solving. My class looks forward to indoor recess with excitement, and it's all thanks to you. We are truly grateful for your support and for investing in our students' happiness and well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1765757412692,"projectUrl":"project/winter-is-on-its-way-indoor-recess-tim/9874535/","projectTitle":"Winter Is On Its Way! Indoor Recess Time for Play!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mills","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp188390_orig.jpg?crop=320,320,x14,y256&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649723265276","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/188390"},{"teacherId":188390,"projectId":9947175,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in funding outdoor recess equipment for our students. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in our school community.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, our students now have more opportunities to play, explore, and stay active during recess. These moments are so important for their physical health, social growth, and overall well-being. The new equipment has already brought so much excitement and joy, and it's wonderful to see students working together, building friendships, and having fun outside.\r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your commitment to supporting our classroom and helping create a positive environment where all students can thrive. Your generosity has had a lasting impact, and we are incredibly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1769452790880,"projectUrl":"project/outdoor-play-is-here-to-stay/9947175/","projectTitle":"Outdoor Play Is Here To Stay!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mills","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp188390_orig.jpg?crop=320,320,x14,y256&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649723265276","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/188390"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_80262","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":454,"numTeachers":43,"percentFrplEligible":70,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":32,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":53,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"10.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":44.0,"schoolId":80262,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Ledge Street School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Ledge Street School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-hampshire/school-administrative-unit-42/ledge-street-school/80262"}