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{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Early Childhood Education Center","outOfStateSupporters":36.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8696253,"projectId":9451161,"letterContent":"I would like to express my sincere gratitude for supporting my classroom project and helping provide new art supplies for my preschool students. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and I am incredibly thankful for your support of early childhood education.\r\n\r\nIn a preschool classroom, art is much more than simply making pictures. It is an important part of how young children learn and grow. Through art, children explore their creativity, build confidence, and develop important skills that support their overall development. With the new art supplies you helped provide, my students now have access to materials that allow them to explore colors, textures, and ideas in exciting new ways.\r\n\r\nThese supplies will allow my students to paint, draw, cut, glue, and create freely during our classroom activities. As they use these materials, they are strengthening their fine motor skills by holding paintbrushes, squeezing glue bottles, and cutting paper. These small movements help develop the hand strength and coordination they will later need for writing. Art also encourages children to make choices, solve problems, and express their thoughts and feelings.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, school is one of the only places where they have consistent access to a variety of art materials. Because of your support, they will have the opportunity to experiment, imagine, and proudly share their creations with their classmates and families. Seeing their excitement when they complete a project or discover a new way to create is one of the most rewarding parts of teaching.\r\n\r\nYour donation does more than provide supplies—it shows my students that people care about their learning and believe in their potential. Even at a young age, children can feel that encouragement, and it helps build a positive attitude toward school and learning.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom art center will be filled with vibrant colors, engaging materials, and endless opportunities for creativity. My students will be able to explore their ideas, develop new skills, and express themselves through art each day.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my entire preschool class, thank you for believing in our students and helping make our classroom a place where creativity and learning can flourish. Your support has a lasting impact on our classroom, and we are incredibly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1753999512864,"projectUrl":"project/new-art-supplies/9451161/","projectTitle":"New Art Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brenner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8696253_orig.jpg?crop=1870,1870,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664210278156","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8696253"},{"teacherId":8995274,"projectId":10036530,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful to our �ǿմ�ý supporters for funding these wonderful new classroom materials! Thanks to your generosity, our students now have a safe step stool to help them independently wash their hands and build important self-help skills. The community helpers magnetic people, cars, and garages have already inspired imaginative play, storytelling, and meaningful conversations about the important roles people have in our community. Even simple supplies like duct tape help us proudly display student projects and celebrate their hard work around the classroom.\r\n\r\nYour kindness directly supports our students' independence, creativity, and confidence each day. Thank you for making a difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1769983404294,"projectUrl":"project/little-builders-big-imaginations/10036530/","projectTitle":"Little Builders, Big Imaginations!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jenn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8995274"},{"teacherId":8517613,"projectId":8547948,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and providing essential materials for the new school year. Because of your generosity, we now have duct tape and Gorilla tape to securely hold student work and learning materials on our walls, helping us create an organized and welcoming environment.\r\n\r\nThe rolling chairs support teachers as we work closely with students throughout the day, and supplies like markers, dot markers, and glue sticks allow our students to learn, create, and strengthen fine motor skills during daily activities. Disinfectant wipes help us maintain a clean and healthy classroom, while double-sided tape makes setting up learning centers and displays quick and efficient.\r\n\r\nThese everyday essentials make a big difference in how our classroom functions and supports student learning. Thank you for helping us start the school year prepared, organized, and ready to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1723680101413,"projectUrl":"project/new-school-year-essentials/8547948/","projectTitle":"New School Year Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ashley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8517613"},{"teacherId":8517613,"projectId":9207596,"letterContent":"A huge thank you to �ǿմ�ý for providing fine motor materials for our Pre-K classroom! Because of you, our students get to build important skills through play, creativity, and exploration every day.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, our students' faces lit up with excitement! They couldn't wait to explore, touch, and try everything right away.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to introduce the materials during small-group lessons, model proper use, and incorporate them into daily centers. Students will have repeated opportunities to practice and strengthen fine motor skills \r\nthrough hands-on play.","fullyFundedDate":1746785952267,"projectUrl":"project/fine-motor-activities/9207596/","projectTitle":"Fine Motor Activities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ashley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8517613"},{"teacherId":8517613,"projectId":9463188,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Happy Hands. Your generosity provided our classroom with a ruling cart, glue, paint, jumbo paint dabblers, crinkle cut scissors, and markers that will make a meaningful impact on our Pre-K students.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, the students were full of excitement and curiosity. They eagerly explored each item, proudly using their \"happy hands\" to create, cut, paint, and design. These tools give them hands-on opportunities to strengthen fine motor skills while expressing creativity and building confidence.\r\n\r\nThe materials will be used daily during art activities, small groups, and center time to support hand strength, coordination, and early writing readiness. Because of your support, our students are learning through play, creativity, and joyful exploration.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and helping their little hands grow stronger every day.","fullyFundedDate":1761591353039,"projectUrl":"project/happy-hands/9463188/","projectTitle":"Happy Hands","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ashley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8517613"},{"teacherId":9695819,"projectId":9635595,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of rest mats for our preschool classroom. Your kindness and support have made a big difference in our daily routine and in the comfort of our students. Because of you, our children now have a safe, clean, and cozy place to rest during quiet time, which is an important part of their day.\r\nThe rest mats have helped our students relax, recharge, and feel secure in the classroom. Having individual mats gives children a sense of ownership and personal space, which supports their emotional well-being and helps them transition smoothly between active learning and rest. We have noticed that students are calmer and more focused after rest time, which positively impacts their learning throughout the day.\r\nWe are truly grateful for your generosity and for investing in the health and comfort of our young learners. Your support helps us create a nurturing environment where every child can feel cared for and ready to learn. Thank you for making such a meaningful contribution to our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1758804492268,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-rest-mats-for-little-learners/9635595/","projectTitle":"Cozy Rest Mats for Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jess","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9695819_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725409741742","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9695819"},{"teacherId":9695819,"projectId":9366018,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of learning toys for our preschool classroom. Your kindness and support mean so much to our students and to our entire classroom community. Because of you, our children now have new materials that spark curiosity, encourage exploration, and make learning joyful and engaging every day.\r\n\r\nThe learning toys you provided have already had a positive impact on our students. They are helping children build important skills such as problem-solving, fine motor development, language, and social interaction. Our students love using the toys during centers and free play, and we have seen them collaborate, create, and proudly share their discoveries with one another. These experiences are building a strong foundation for their future learning.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your generosity and belief in early childhood education. Your support helps us create a nurturing, stimulating environment where every child can grow and thrive. Thank you for making a meaningful difference in our classroom and in the lives of our young learners.","fullyFundedDate":1760737109904,"projectUrl":"project/play-with-purpose-learning-through-hand/9366018/","projectTitle":"Play With Purpose: Learning Through Hands-On Centers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jess","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9695819_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725409741742","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9695819"},{"teacherId":8995274,"projectId":9987086,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for funding our �ǿմ�ý project and helping make our classroom a more creative, engaging, and joyful place to learn. Because of your generosity, our students now have access to high-quality markers, crayons, dry erase markers, baskets for organization, and plenty of drawing paper. These may seem like simple supplies, but in an early childhood classroom, they are powerful tools that support learning, expression, and confidence every single day.\r\n\r\nFor our students, these materials open the door to creativity and imagination. With new crayons and markers, children are able to draw, color, write, and explore their ideas freely. Drawing paper becomes a place where stories are told, letters are practiced, shapes are explored, and feelings are expressed. Many of our students are still developing fine motor skills, and using these supplies helps strengthen the small muscles in their hands that are essential for writing and daily tasks. Every time a child grips a crayon, traces a letter, or proudly shows a finished picture, your impact is visible.\r\n\r\nThe dry erase markers are especially meaningful in our classroom. They allow students to practice skills without fear of making mistakes. Children can write letters, numbers, and shapes, erase, and try again—building confidence and resilience. This encourages a growth mindset and helps students understand that learning is a process. The ability to practice over and over again in a low-pressure way makes a tremendous difference, especially for young learners who are just beginning their academic journey.\r\n\r\nThe baskets you provided have helped us create a more organized, calm, and efficient learning environment. Organization is incredibly important in a classroom with young children. Having clearly labeled baskets for supplies helps students learn independence, responsibility, and classroom routines. They know where materials belong and can access them easily, which saves instructional time and allows learning to flow more smoothly. These baskets also support social skills, as students practice sharing, taking turns, and caring for classroom materials together.\r\n\r\nBeyond the physical supplies, your support sends an important message to our students: that there are people in the world who care about them and their education. Many of our children may not yet fully understand what �ǿմ�ý is, but they feel the impact of your kindness every day. They feel it when they are excited to sit down at a table filled with colorful materials. They feel it when they proudly carry their artwork home to share with their families. They feel it when their classroom feels welcoming, prepared, and full of possibilities.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, I cannot thank you enough. Classroom supplies are essential, yet they are often difficult to maintain throughout the year. Your generosity helps bridge that gap and allows me to focus more fully on teaching and supporting each child. Because of you, I can provide meaningful learning experiences without worrying about running out of basic materials.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students, our classroom, and the power of education. Your kindness will have a lasting impact far beyond this school year. We are incredibly grateful for your support and will think of you every time our students create, learn, and grow using the supplies you so generously provided.","fullyFundedDate":1769063035239,"projectUrl":"project/write-draw-create/9987086/","projectTitle":"Write, Draw, Create!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jenn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8995274"},{"teacherId":4661682,"projectId":9979170,"letterContent":"After the water damage in our classroom, the new resources have truly helped restore a sense of normalcy and excitement for my students. One special moment was during art time when we unveiled the refurbished art cart stocked with brand-new markers. As students gathered around, they immediately noticed the bright colors and neatly organized supplies. One child said, \"These are so smooth!\" as they carefully chose a marker for their drawing, while others eagerly waited their turn, treating the materials with extra care and pride.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their reactions were filled with joy and curiosity. They were excited to explore the new tools and were noticeably more engaged, spending longer periods drawing, coloring, and sharing their work with peers. The fresh supplies made them feel like their classroom was \"new again,\" which boosted both creativity and confidence.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our next steps include using these materials to support an ongoing lesson focused on creative expression and fine motor development. Students will continue working on themed art projects connected to our classroom learning, using the art cart independently during small groups and choice time. Your support has made a lasting impact by giving my students the tools they need to create, explore, and learn in a welcoming and fully restored classroom environment.","fullyFundedDate":1768178193080,"projectUrl":"project/helping-little-learners-feel-calm-safe/9979170/","projectTitle":"Helping Little Learners Feel Calm, Safe, and Creative Again","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mary","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4661682_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722278126611","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-foley15"},{"teacherId":8995274,"projectId":9631817,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping our writing table project get funded and for making our new writing table a reality! We truly cannot thank you enough for your generosity and support.\r\n\r\nFrom the moment the table arrived, our students were full of excitement. Their eyes lit up, and they couldn't wait to sit down and begin drawing, writing, and creating. It has quickly become one of the most loved and requested spots in our classroom. Every day, students gather around it to practice their letters, write their names, draw pictures, and proudly share their work with friends and teachers.\r\n\r\nThe writing table has given our students a special space that makes learning feel fun, meaningful, and important. It has encouraged creativity, confidence, and a love for writing that we see growing more and more each day. Our students truly love this table, and it has already become such an important part of our classroom routine.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom feels more complete, more joyful, and more inspiring. Your kindness has made a lasting impact on our students and their learning experiences, and we are so grateful that you chose to support our classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for helping our little writers grow big dreams. We appreciate you more than words can say!","fullyFundedDate":1765236252722,"projectUrl":"project/help-give-my-students-a-writing-table-to/9631817/","projectTitle":"Help Give My Students a Writing Table to Spark Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jenn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8995274"},{"teacherId":8995274,"projectId":9961817,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our �ǿմ�ý project and helping bring music to our classroom! Because of your generosity, our students now get to explore sound and rhythm using tambourines, egg shakers, bells, wooden sound sticks, cymbals, and drums.\r\n\r\nThese instruments have already brought so much joy, creativity, and excitement to our learning. Our students are developing coordination, listening skills, and a love for music — all because of you.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your kindness and support of our classroom. Thank you for believing in our students and helping make learning so magical!","fullyFundedDate":1766284580293,"projectUrl":"project/little-hands-big-beats-making-music-i/9961817/","projectTitle":"“Little Hands, Big Beats: Making Music in Pre-K!”","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jenn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8995274"},{"teacherId":7406585,"projectId":9520960,"letterContent":"The printer has been used to create visual supports, such as photos of students for cubbies, attendance records, and social stories. Additionally, it has been utilized to produce PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) to assist students with communication. This new printer allows the preschool class to access high-quality supports in the classroom, enhancing their educational experience and providing necessary tools for success. The families have tangible memories to cherish of their \r\nloved ones that will last thru the years, thanks to you.","fullyFundedDate":1754345080528,"projectUrl":"project/printing-possibilities-for-little-learne/9520960/","projectTitle":"Printing Possibilities for Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vernon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7406585_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y102&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1599138272540","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7406585"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_109222","uses�ǿմ�ý":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":260,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":19,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":70,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - Pre-K","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":63.8,"schoolId":109222,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Early Childhood Education Center on @�ǿմ�ý:","schoolName":"Early Childhood Education Center","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/massachusetts/springfield-public-school-district/early-childhood-education-center/109222"}