{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Octavius V Catto Family School","outOfStateSupporters":57.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2985909,"projectId":10619108,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our third-grade classroom is now a place where learning flows smoothly and students feel prepared every single day!\r\n\r\nHow We're Using the Resources: The pencil sharpener has been a game-changer during our daily writing activities. Instead of students waiting in line or losing focus when their pencils break, they can quickly sharpen and get right back to crafting their stories and solving math problems. Just last week during our multiplication unit, students were able to stay engaged in their problem-solving without interruption—something that seemed small but made a huge difference in their confidence and completion rates.\r\n\r\nStudent Reactions: When the supplies arrived, my students' faces lit up!","fullyFundedDate":1789932822861,"projectUrl":"project/needed-materials/10619108/","projectTitle":"Needed Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Norcross","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2985909_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1490812392295","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/m-mcglone"},{"teacherId":2985909,"projectId":10208020,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous support of our Literacy Engagement project! Your donation of durable cardstock and pencils will make a meaningful difference as our students take an active leadership role in promoting literacy within our school, families, and community.\r\n\r\nWith these materials, students will be able to create achievement certificates celebrating reading milestones, improved writing skills, and consistent participation. The pencils will ensure that every student has the basic supplies needed to participate fully in reading, writing, journaling, storytelling, and peer-led literacy activities.\r\n\r\nYour generosity will also help us create joyful moments of recognition that encourage students to continue growing as readers and writers. Through reading buddy sessions, writing workshops, family literacy events, and student showcases, our students will have opportunities to build confidence, mentor younger learners, and become literacy leaders.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping us build a stronger culture of reading, writing, leadership, and lifelong learning. Your support is helping our students see that their voices, ideas, and accomplishments matter!","fullyFundedDate":1779883575335,"projectUrl":"project/literacy-engagement/10208020/","projectTitle":"Literacy Engagement!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Norcross","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2985909_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1490812392295","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/m-mcglone"},{"teacherId":10577253,"projectId":10449034,"letterContent":"When the new supplies arrived, my students' faces lit up opening the packages. They were so excited opening brand-new colored pencils, pencils, and markers to use during class. We immediately put them to use during a get to know you activity, where they wrote a question back to their classmates presentation. Just as importantly, the new organizational materials have been an absolute lifesaver. I've finally been able to have something to safely send home progress reports and IEP progress monitoring and school notices, which has made a world of difference in keeping our families connected and involved.","fullyFundedDate":1786631752154,"projectUrl":"project/small-supplies-big-possibilities/10449034/","projectTitle":"Small Supplies, Big Possibilities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Crowther","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10577253_orig.jpg?crop=768,768,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786160748857","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10577253"},{"teacherId":2212759,"projectId":10044870,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our project, \"Nourishing Young Minds Through Care and Exploration.\" Our students were excited when the new resources arrived and eagerly began using them during hands-on learning activities. The materials have increased engagement, encouraged collaboration, and supported exploration across our classroom centers. Next, students will use these resources to deepen their learning through creative projects, problem-solving activities, and meaningful exploration. Your generosity is making a lasting impact on our young learners every day!","fullyFundedDate":1772550491250,"projectUrl":"project/nourishing-young-minds-through-care-and/10044870/","projectTitle":"Nourishing Young Minds Through Care and Exploration","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2212759_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1511839709657","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missperez105"},{"teacherId":6835139,"projectId":9822847,"letterContent":"Our classroom is using the fidgets for self regulation and task endurance. We are using the fidgets during transition periods and group listening times. For many of my students, having a quiet, tactile outlet like a mesh marble toy or a textured sticker helps them stay grounded and calm their bodies so they can focus on the lesson at hand.\r\nDuring independent work, students now have access to a sensory menu. Choosing a specific tool like a weighted lap pad or a squishy ball has increased the amount of time they can spend on a task before needing a break. \r\n The atmosphere in the classroom was electric! When the box arrived, my students' faces lit up with pure joy. There were cheers, wide eyes, and a lot of eager hands reaching out to explore. For many of my students, receiving a box of brand new items chosen specifically for their needs made them feel incredibly special and seen.","fullyFundedDate":1766597485497,"projectUrl":"project/positive-choices-powerful-rewards/9822847/","projectTitle":"Positive Choices, Powerful Rewards","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Elly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6835139_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742905495230","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6835139"},{"teacherId":2985909,"projectId":10169262,"letterContent":"Thank you for the wonderful resources you provided for our calming corner. Our students have truly embraced the space and use it daily to reset, reflect, and regulate their emotions. The tools have made a noticeable difference in helping them feel safe, supported, and ready to learn. We've seen improved focus, fewer disruptions, and more positive interactions among peers. Your generosity and thoughtfulness have had a meaningful impact on our classroom environment. We are incredibly grateful for your support in helping us create a nurturing and inclusive space for every child. Thank you again for making a lasting difference here.","fullyFundedDate":1774630946858,"projectUrl":"project/calm-down/10169262/","projectTitle":"Calm Down","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Norcross","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2985909_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1490812392295","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/m-mcglone"},{"teacherId":3110906,"projectId":10019059,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students, families, and staff, we extend our deepest gratitude for your support of the uniform sweatshirt project. Your thoughtful contributions have made it possible for our students to receive comfortable, high-quality sweatshirts that promote both warmth and a sense of belonging. For many of our students, this gift is more than just clothing, it represents inclusion, confidence, and the knowledge that their community cares about them.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has a meaningful and lasting impact. By helping provide these uniforms, you are removing barriers and allowing students to focus more fully on their education and personal growth. The pride they feel wearing their sweatshirts is visible each day, and it strengthens the unity within our school.\r\n\r\nThank you for your generosity and for believing in our students' potential. Your impact is seen and felt in every classroom and hallway. We are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1768578096989,"projectUrl":"project/winter-gym-uniforms/10019059/","projectTitle":"Winter Gym Uniforms","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Masciantonio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3110906"},{"teacherId":9406317,"projectId":9940974,"letterContent":"My scholars and I are overjoyed that you chose us. Your generosity has enabled us yo keep the classroom clean and germ free. Scholars were excited to know that someone actually cared about them. They asked a lot of questions and couldn't believe that strangers would care. \r\n\r\nThey are dependent upon these materials to help keep our classroom clean. It is refreshing to see young people care about the cleanliness of their environment . This is possible due to your help. We cannot express enough how much we appreciate your kindness. \r\nThank","fullyFundedDate":1767122303294,"projectUrl":"project/say-goodbye-to-illness/9940974/","projectTitle":"Say Goodbye to Illness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Norwood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9406317_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724877025897","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9406317"},{"teacherId":10039286,"projectId":10049232,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students, their families, and our entire classroom community, I would like to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous donation of winter hats and mittens. Your kindness and support made a tremendous difference in the lives of our students during the cold winter months.\r\n\r\nAs a first-grade teacher, I have the privilege of working with wonderful children who come from diverse backgrounds and circumstances. For some of our students, access to warm winter clothing can be a challenge. Thanks to your generosity, our students were able to stay warm, comfortable, and ready to learn throughout the winter season.\r\n\r\nThe hats and mittens you provided were more than just winter accessories. They represented care, compassion, and a reminder that there are people in the community who believe in and support them. Many of our students were excited to receive their new winter items and proudly wore them each day. Seeing their smiling faces and knowing they were protected from the cold was truly heartwarming.\r\n\r\nYour donation also helped reduce barriers to learning. When children are cold, uncomfortable, or worried about staying warm, it can be difficult for them to focus in the classroom. Because of your support, our students were able to participate more comfortably in outdoor activities, recess, arrival and dismissal routines, and other school experiences. The warmth you provided helped them stay healthy, engaged, and prepared to succeed academically.\r\n\r\nOne of the most meaningful aspects of your gift is the message it sends to our students. Your generosity shows them that there are caring individuals who are willing to invest in their well-being and future. Acts of kindness like yours help teach important lessons about empathy, community, and the power of helping others. These are lessons that our students will carry with them long after the winter season has passed.\r\n\r\nAs educators, we strive every day to create a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment for our students. Your contribution helped us accomplish that goal in a very tangible way. We are incredibly grateful for your partnership and for your belief in our classroom and our students.\r\n\r\nPlease know that your generosity has had a lasting impact. The hats and mittens you provided brought warmth not only to our students' hands and heads but also to their hearts. Your support reminded them that they are valued, cared for, and deserving of every opportunity to thrive.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a difference in the lives of our students. We appreciate your kindness, generosity, and commitment to helping children succeed. Your support means more than words can express, and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1772550448162,"projectUrl":"project/mittens-and-caps-for-smart-little-chaps/10049232/","projectTitle":"Mittens and Caps for Smart Little Chaps","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stevens","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10039286"},{"teacherId":10039286,"projectId":9978981,"letterContent":"Your generosity made a meaningful difference in our first-grade classroom, and we are truly grateful for your support of our lima bean growing project. Because of your kindness in funding the science materials, my students had the exciting opportunity to plant, observe, and care for their very own lima bean seeds while learning about how plants grow. This hands-on experience helped them develop curiosity, patience, and a deeper understanding of science in a way that books alone cannot provide. Watching the seeds sprout and grow brought so much joy and wonder to our classroom, and it would not have been possible without your support. Thank you for investing in our students' learning and helping us create such a memorable and meaningful science experience","fullyFundedDate":1767661033696,"projectUrl":"project/little-scientist-soar-with-resources-and/9978981/","projectTitle":"Little Scientist Soar with Resources and More","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stevens","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10039286"},{"teacherId":6822774,"projectId":10044989,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping to keep our students warm and cared for! Every student was able to take home a warm hat, gloves and new socks thanks to you. We used our emerging fine motor skills to practice putting on socks and gloves all by ourselves as part of our clothing study. Everyone was so proud of themselves when they learned to put on their own gloves! Your generosity not only helped keep us warm but also build confidence and independence. The students were also very excited about the new cot sheets and blankets to make rest time more comfortable. Their favorite part was probably the snacks. It means so much to them to know that there will bill a snack waiting for them after rest time. It makes them feel secure and cared for, which helps them relax and rest their bodies and brains. We really appreciate your support in helping our students grow and reach their full potential.","fullyFundedDate":1769223016423,"projectUrl":"project/helping-little-learners-feel-safe-warm/10044989/","projectTitle":"Helping Little Learners Feel Safe, Warm, and Fed","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Clark","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6822774_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1702131397284","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6822774"},{"teacherId":613582,"projectId":9960028,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for those who believe in us and support our education. The robots and mouse devices are helping us learn coding in a fun, engaging, and meaningful way. 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