{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"James G Blaine Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":34.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6809027,"projectId":9889859,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our project. Everything that arrived to our classroom is of lovely quality. We love the mirrors! The shatterproof mirrors are installed in our science area. They are great reflectors of the light from the light & work tables & various manipulatives in that center. The folding Reggio mirror is frequently stationed in the science area too and is often used in conjunction with light table manipulatives and magnifying glasses.\r\n\r\nThe microscope is a much appreciated update to our old one. We love that this can be used independent of a computer screen. It has better magnification and clearer screen. For a while, we weren't able to be it to connect to the computer & Smart Board, which is needed for whole group instruction. Fortunately, this was solved with new USB connectors. Excited to use this with the class now the tech issue is sorted. Spring will have so many things for us to invsetigate!\r\n\r\nThe camera is adorable. We love that it came with a waterproof case. We are slowly working with students one-to-one on appropriate use & handling. We look forward to displaying their photography both in our hallway bulletin boards and on Class Dojo to families!\r\n\r\nThank you so very much for supporting wonderful learning opportunities for our class.\r\n\r\nWith care & gratitude,\r\nMs. Sandra & Blaine PreK Rm103","fullyFundedDate":1763569401375,"projectUrl":"project/lights-camera-action-flashy-digital-t/9889859/","projectTitle":"Lights, Camera, Action! Flashy Digital Tech for STEAM-based Inquiry.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sandra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6809027_orig.jpg?crop=716,716,x547,y906&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588797562056","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-andersonbohl"},{"teacherId":6809027,"projectId":9935127,"letterContent":"Immediate yes! We love it and with more than one way to use from the moment we opened the box. While we weren't able to get the original set in this project, we were able to find an ideal facsimile that has the additional element of felt boards! This means we can incorporate our felt board stories into this play structure. We can further personalize modular structures with velcro backed design elements children create themselves or from photos of buildings was we explore our Buildings Study.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness & support, we have such a fabulous resource that we are seriously considering expanding. With more of these tiles, what other possibilities could they create?\r\n\r\nThank you so very much!","fullyFundedDate":1764615896841,"projectUrl":"project/click-snap-go-modular-construction-o/9935127/","projectTitle":"Click, Snap & Go: Modular Construction of Any Style!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sandra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6809027_orig.jpg?crop=716,716,x547,y906&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588797562056","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-andersonbohl"},{"teacherId":6809027,"projectId":9693508,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us fund this half of our STEM based project. These resources have been an absolute hit with our students, especially the Simple Machines Activity Set, which was a wonderful supportive resource for our Simple Machines Study. It definitely helped students comprehend various types of simple machines. The Plip Kit is in frequent use in our STEM center. We have a few students who enjoy the challenge of replicating the 3D structures in the accompanying booklet. The animal counters and the dice poppers have been in regular use for both open play during centers and when doing small group work for counting and sorting. The ABC popsicles are open access in our literacy center. Students prefer to work in peers or small groups when handling this resource as they enjoy the social interaction when trying to match the letter to the 'clue' image.\r\n\r\nEach item however small contributes so much to daily engagement and learning. Because of your kindness and support, you have helped enhance learning.\r\n\r\nThank you!","fullyFundedDate":1757522172206,"projectUrl":"project/more-cheer-for-our-engineers-part-2/9693508/","projectTitle":"More Cheer For Our Engineers! (Part 2)","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sandra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6809027_orig.jpg?crop=716,716,x547,y906&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588797562056","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-andersonbohl"},{"teacherId":6809027,"projectId":9692045,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us fund this half of our STEM based project. These resources have been an absolute hit with our students, especially our neurodivergent students who seek out sensory friendly system based resources. The Jelly Blox are in daily rotation as well as the nuts & bolts which encourage pattern making, fine motor and counting in sequence. Our students enjoy working on these with a peer. We love the water pumps and look forward to frequent use when warm weather returns. The dumpling dash game is so cute. Currently the game's original rules are still complex for our students but we have adapted it to suit their skill level. It is enjoyed one-to-one and we look forward to extending this to small groups very soon.\r\n\r\nWe greatly appreciate you generous support.","fullyFundedDate":1757544821223,"projectUrl":"project/more-cheer-for-our-young-engineers-par/9692045/","projectTitle":"More Cheer For Our Young Engineers! (Part 1)","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sandra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6809027_orig.jpg?crop=716,716,x547,y906&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588797562056","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-andersonbohl"},{"teacherId":6809027,"projectId":9749458,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for fully funding this project. We have already nearly used all of these materials in a variety of projects so far. Paint sticks and the glue are our most frequently used materials and we truly appreciate getting these restocked via this project. \r\nThe clay tools from this project made a significant difference when it came to students modeling with clay especially since clay is material that many students are not used to. Thanks to the clay molds, every child was able to successfully make a clay bowl. Truly adaptive tool that made the experience more inclusive for my students who have OT or special needs. \r\nThe slime activator was a great resource when we explored various forms of polymer substances during our 'Mischief Week' in October. We discussed different ways to make slime as well examine physical state; solid, liquid & gas.\r\nThe wall paper paste will be used to stretch paint as well as used in various papier mache projects such as the paper start lanterns 'Parols' that will make this week.\r\nWe plan in the new year to use the polymer clay to make small charms or mini sculptures that children gift to their families. This most likely will be for 'Friendship Day' (Valentines)\r\n\r\nThank you so much for allowing our class community innumerable options to learn through creative expression.","fullyFundedDate":1758805084463,"projectUrl":"project/art-supplies-galore/9749458/","projectTitle":"Art Supplies Galore!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sandra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6809027_orig.jpg?crop=716,716,x547,y906&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588797562056","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-andersonbohl"},{"teacherId":8411147,"projectId":9297559,"letterContent":"The students were so excited to receive the High Back Bean Bag Chair and the assortment of fidget toys for the Chill Zone. Having the new bean bag chair has increased student engagement, improved comfort and focus. Thank you all so much for your support and helping fund this project! Having flexible seating options in the classroom allows the students to collaborate more easily. Your generosity is truly appreciated. Again, thank you for supporting us and helping foster a more social and collaborative environment.","fullyFundedDate":1749152079688,"projectUrl":"project/creating-innovative-spaces/9297559/","projectTitle":"Creating Innovative Spaces","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hansen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8411147"},{"teacherId":3613703,"projectId":9676657,"letterContent":"Yesterday I walked through the halls and was greeted with the melodic sound of rambunctious 6, 7, and 8 year olds enthusiastically banging their boom whackers together while singing their \"days of the week\" song. It was a sound to behold! \r\n\r\nWhile it's not the most peaceful environment, it has renewed their participation in their morning meeting activities. We're also using the boom whackers throughout the day to support bilateral hand coordination, upper body strengthening, and eye-hand skills. It's the perfect tools to get the kids to participate in otherwise boooooring exercises (according to them!)\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous donation. It means the world to me, my teaching staff, and our students, that we get to give them fun and exciting items to keep them having fun while learning.","fullyFundedDate":1758028715928,"projectUrl":"project/coordination-and-vision-skills-through-m/9676657/","projectTitle":"Coordination and Vision Skills Through Music!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Journey, Occupational Therapist","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3613703_orig.jpg?crop=3072,3072,x0,y450&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693408036515","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bevinjourney"},{"teacherId":3613703,"projectId":9760957,"letterContent":"Today, I joined my students in their art class, where they used their new materials to explore and express primary colors. The students used adapted paint brushes, textured no-grasp-required stampers, adapted pencils, and stencils to create their artwork. Tomorrow, they will use their new paint rollers; and later the crayons and dough stampers/rollers. \r\n\r\nIt meant so much to see them so actively engaged in their learning. Their new, adapted tools, supplied thanks to generous donations from YOU, opened new doors for them. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generosity. Our students deserve the best, and being able to participate in art activities is so meaningful to them. Thank you for your generous donation!","fullyFundedDate":1759107793570,"projectUrl":"project/adapted-art-supplies-for-our-special-art/9760957/","projectTitle":"Adapted Art Supplies for Our Special Artists!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Journey, Occupational Therapist","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3613703_orig.jpg?crop=3072,3072,x0,y450&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693408036515","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bevinjourney"},{"teacherId":9385521,"projectId":9359246,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the new pretend play kitchen and groceries! My students have been so excited to use them, and it has already made a profound impact on their learning. Before, our K-1 autistic support classroom was lacking pretend play materials that are so crucial in building language and social skills for our students. With the new kitchen, our students are now learning new vocabulary, following directions in a fun and engaging way, and learning to functionally play with others. Additionally, we have used the kitchen to practice skills like washing dishes and setting the table, which helps them transfer these skills to real-life situations. Your support has created a rich, engaging space where my students feel safe to explore and connect with their peers. We plan to continue to build on this program with more pretend play material with our next unit being doctor/body parts. Words cannot express how thankful we are for your donation.","fullyFundedDate":1753284419085,"projectUrl":"project/lets-play-give-children-with-autism-la/9359246/","projectTitle":"Let's Play! Give Children With Autism Language Skills Through Play","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Colacino - Speech Language Pathologist","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9385521_orig.jpg?crop=273,273,x66,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747327058446","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9385521"},{"teacherId":6809027,"projectId":9594567,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping our class community start the year off in good order with needed basic supplies. While we have yet to crack open the wonderful supply of mini dry erase markers or clay, we will soon enough, as these will be used daily and in various projects as the school progresses.\r\n\r\nThe storage bins were the perfect size for our rolling cubby shelf. Being that they are clear, our families can easily see if their child is short on personal items such as clothes. Accessible, organized storage has helped so much with new students starting every week. The canvas bags have ensure that student blankets are not on the floor nor getting misplaced. It is also encouraging students to learn the skills of folding and packing their blankets. After some trouble shooting with the paint surfaces on our brick walls, the heavy duty hooks work really well holding up both 'blanket bags' as well as the heavy school bags some students come to school with.\r\n\r\nThank you kindly for helping us start the year off with these high need supplies. We are grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1755734623733,"projectUrl":"project/classic-supplies-to-aid-our-success-par/9594567/","projectTitle":"Classic Supplies to Aid Our Success (Part 2)","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sandra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6809027_orig.jpg?crop=716,716,x547,y906&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588797562056","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-andersonbohl"},{"teacherId":6809027,"projectId":9587583,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping our class community start the year off in good order with needed basic supplies. \r\n\r\nWhile we are working towards routines & expectations, we have yet to introduce lapboards to our circle times. We do however, us these in regular rotation during our table top and small group times. Currently, we are using them for emergent writing, specifically letters in our first names. On the subject of writing, the composition books have been used from the first day of school, personalized covers for each student. The mini composition books are used for student daily journals. The standard sized composition books are being used for both math and literacy. The craft journals are to be used for our scientific wonderings. We haven't used these yet but will do so in the next few months.\r\n\r\nThe spring loaded scissors have been helpful for friends who need to safe scissor practice and the clear storage have been used in various ways, materials storage, sensory play on the light table as well as cleaning toys and art tools.\r\n\r\nThank you kindly for helping us start the year off with high need supplies already in order. We are grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1755736767732,"projectUrl":"project/classic-supplies-to-aid-our-success-par/9587583/","projectTitle":"Classic Supplies to Aid Our Success (Part 1)","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sandra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6809027_orig.jpg?crop=716,716,x547,y906&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588797562056","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-andersonbohl"},{"teacherId":6809027,"projectId":9298514,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding this project. While some of the originally requested materials had to be changed slightly, they are nonetheless being put to use as intended by the original materials. \r\n\r\nI absolutely love the floor chair! It is being used frequently and with less strain on my back, I am able to be seated on the floor much longer with my students. I feel that being at eye-level with my class has meant that my newest students perceive me as more approachable. I appreciate that I can sit closer to my high needs students, specific those with severe special education needs. I'm more ready and physically available to comfort and deescalate without having to get up and disrupt instructional flow.\r\n\r\nThe clear shelves are great. Easy to clean and discrete. I am slowly working on placement through out the centers. Some are up high for teacher supported use materials such as delicate books and lower for independent access such as clipboards. The challenge is the paint on the brick walls causing all our no-drill hooks to dislodge. I have been successful by adding additional adhesive to the hooks. This seems to be successful so far. \r\n\r\nAgain, thank you kindly. This simple resource truly provides a huge benefit to our class community.","fullyFundedDate":1747924768837,"projectUrl":"project/organization-leads-to-learning-efficient/9298514/","projectTitle":"Organization Leads to Learning Efficiently!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sandra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6809027_orig.jpg?crop=716,716,x547,y906&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588797562056","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-andersonbohl"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_90784","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":333,"numTeachers":26,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":95,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":2,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"12.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":66.0,"schoolId":90784,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about James G Blaine Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"James G Blaine Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/pennsylvania/philadelphia-city-school-district/james-g-blaine-elementary-school/90784"}