{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Octavius V Catto Family School","outOfStateSupporters":57.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9406317,"projectId":10069072,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for your generous donations. They directly impacted my scholars by affording me with a variety of options to keep them focused on learning instead of hunger. \r\n\r\nThe toothpaste, deodorant and lotions were used with a lesson on hygiene . Scholars were very excited to see all the boxes and helped unpack and organize them. It was an amazing feeling to know that scholars had the option to obtain snacks as needed. The hats were given to scholars and they jumped with joy! I hope you realize how grateful we are and how important your donations are to my scholars. Thank you so very much for demonstrating that you care.","fullyFundedDate":1776097296827,"projectUrl":"project/warm-and-fuzzy-good-for-our-tummy/10069072/","projectTitle":"Warm and Fuzzy, Good for Our Tummy!","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":2985909,"projectId":10715068,"letterContent":"This project will make a meaningful difference in my students' everyday school experience by helping them feel cared for, supported, and valued. The items provided through the We Care Project—snacks, water bottles, winter gloves, candy, and small prizes—may be simple, but they can meet immediate needs and create moments of comfort, encouragement, and joy.\r\n\r\nWhen students have access to a snack, they can feel more comfortable and focused on learning. A water bottle helps them stay hydrated, while winter gloves provide warmth during cold weather. Small prizes and treats give me opportunities to recognize students for their effort, kindness, perseverance, and positive choices.\r\n\r\nBeyond the items themselves, this project sends an important message to my students: You matter, you are valued, and we care about you","fullyFundedDate":1791090262843,"projectUrl":"project/we-care/10715068/","projectTitle":"We Care!","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":2223837,"projectId":10041087,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my students! The hand sanitizer, Lysol wipes, toothpaste, deodorant, hats, gloves, fruit snacks, and other snacks have made a meaningful difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThese supplies help my students feel clean, comfortable, warm, and ready to learn. The snacks are especially helpful when students are hungry and need extra energy to focus and participate in their lessons. My students were excited and grateful when they saw all of the new items.\r\n\r\nYour generosity helps me support my students beyond academics by meeting some of their basic needs. As we continue learning, these resources will help students stay focused, build healthy habits, and feel supported and cared for.\r\n\r\nThank you for showing my students that their community believes in them!","fullyFundedDate":1768780356831,"projectUrl":"project/happy-healthy-students/10041087/","projectTitle":"Happy Healthy Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. T. 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It means more than you can know!","fullyFundedDate":1723670645431,"projectUrl":"project/its-the-little-things-that-matter/8452673/","projectTitle":"It's the Little Things That Matter","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shinn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6819671_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572115557229","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6819671"},{"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. 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