{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"99th Street Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":17.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8400798,"projectId":10076070,"letterContent":"I want to express our sincere gratitude for your generous in-kind donation. We are incredibly thankful to have received the exact technology and protective equipment we requested from you:\r\n- Headphones with built-in microphones\r\n-Device screen protectors\r\n-Security boards\r\nThese specific items fulfilled an immediate and crucial requirement for our frequent assessments. The headphones with microphones allowed our scholars to focus and communicate clearly while using much needed accommodations, while the screen protectors and security boards ensured privacy and gave our scholars a boost of confidence.\r\nThank you once again for your targeted generosity and for equipping us with the tools we need to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1776053649358,"projectUrl":"project/creating-focus-comfort-and-confidence-d/10076070/","projectTitle":"Creating Focus, Comfort and Confidence during Assessments","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McKenzie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8400798"},{"teacherId":6924376,"projectId":10303936,"letterContent":"Thank you so much from the bottom our our hearts for bringing our classroom to life with your incredible generosity! Because of your support, our new arts and crafts materials have turned our room into a vibrant studio where creativity, problem-solving, and joy take center stage every single day. Your donation didn't just fill our cabinets with supplies rather it unlocked our students' imaginations and gave them a tangible way to engage with their education. Thank you for investing in their creativity and bright futures!","fullyFundedDate":1785329575319,"projectUrl":"project/arts-and-crafts-time/10303936/","projectTitle":"Arts and Crafts Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Medina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6924376_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737581756581","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/medina99"},{"teacherId":6924376,"projectId":10295859,"letterContent":"The camera has been especially transformative for our students who thrive on visual and tactile cues, including our language learners and students with unique learning needs. \r\nOne of our students, who is typically very quiet and hesitant to engage in group discussions, completely lit up when handed the camera. Acting as the \"classroom photographer\" gave them a comfortable, non verbal way to interact with peers. The physical photos act as a perfect bridge for communication, helping students who usually stay on the sidelines warm up, participate, and express themselves fully. Your donation has given our students a creative voice and a brand new way to connect with the world around them. We are deeply grateful for your support in making our classroom a more vibrant, interactive place to grow!","fullyFundedDate":1779806300154,"projectUrl":"project/instax-mini-camera/10295859/","projectTitle":"Instax Mini Camera","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Medina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6924376_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737581756581","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/medina99"},{"teacherId":8400798,"projectId":10076817,"letterContent":"On behalf of the seven special education classrooms at our school, I want to express our deepest gratitude for your incredibly generous donation of a new printer. This resource directly supports our dedicated special education teachers who work tirelessly every day to build tailored learning environments for our students. Having a reliable, high-quality printer shared among our team is a massive boost that immediately streamlines our daily operations and reduces a significant administrative burden.\r\nThank you once again for recognizing the unique needs of our classrooms and for investing in our teaching staff. Your kindness not only provides us with an essential practical tool but also reminds our team of the wonderful community support backing our mission. We are truly grateful for your partnership and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1778003115062,"projectUrl":"project/dedicated-printing-for-timely-special-ed/10076817/","projectTitle":"Dedicated Printing for Timely Special Education and Intervention Services","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McKenzie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8400798"},{"teacherId":6924376,"projectId":9317630,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! Our Calming corner, Instead of being a place where students sit and stare at the wall, this corner has become an active self-regulation station. The students know that when they feel overwhelmed, frustrated , or just need a moment to process big emotions, they can independently head to the corner. They were eager to touch the tactile tools and try out the new cozy spot. Right from the start, they recognized it as a special, safe space designed entirely with their well-being in mind. Thank you from my students and I.","fullyFundedDate":1746830609373,"projectUrl":"project/calm-down-corner/9317630/","projectTitle":"Calm Down Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Medina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6924376_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737581756581","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/medina99"},{"teacherId":2620608,"projectId":9427538,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through the Color Outside the Lines: Empowering Art & Identity project. Because of your generosity, I've been able to bring in materials that students truly use every day—not just once, but consistently across subjects. The TPT gift card has allowed me to strengthen our science curriculum, especially during our unit on ecosystems, producers, consumers, and decomposers, by adding engaging lessons and supplemental resources that meet students at their level and deepen understanding.\r\n\r\nStudents were especially excited about the hands-on materials. The pony beads have quickly become a staple during Fun Friday choice time, bringing together students who may not normally work side by side and giving them space to create, connect, and express themselves. The Colors of the World crayons are incredibly meaningful—students often ask to use them because they feel \"special,\" and we've had powerful conversations about representation and belonging as I remind them that these crayons are for all of us. Dry erase paddles are used constantly in math, giving every student a voice and allowing me to do quick, individual checks for understanding in real time. Sharpies help make my modeling visible during instruction, and Elmer's glue is always in rotation for science and math journals.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students have access to materials that support learning, creativity, and community building all at once. These resources continue to shape our daily instruction and classroom culture, and they will be used as we move into future science projects, collaborative learning tasks, and reflection work. Thank you for believing in my students and for investing in a classroom where every child feels seen, capable, and excited to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1757541120463,"projectUrl":"project/color-outside-the-lines-empowering-art/9427538/","projectTitle":"Color Outside the Lines: Empowering Art & Identity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Uche","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2620608_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750315980192","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2620608"},{"teacherId":5205217,"projectId":8109523,"letterContent":"In our first-grade classroom, every day is filled with discovery, growth, and new challenges. To give students the best learning experience, we rely on essential classroom supplies that support hands-on activities, encourage creativity, and build strong foundations in reading, writing, math, and science.\r\n\r\nWe are reaching out to ask for your help. Donations of basic supplies such as paper, pencils, crayons, math tools, and books make a powerful difference in our students' learning journey. Your generosity helps ensure that every child has the materials they need to explore, practice, and succeed.\r\n\r\nThank you for considering a donation that directly impacts the education and confidence of our young learners. Together, we can make their first-grade year meaningful and successful.","fullyFundedDate":1702877487434,"projectUrl":"project/reading-and-beyond/8109523/","projectTitle":"Reading and Beyond","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Esquivel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5205217_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1519705040077","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miss-esquivel"},{"teacherId":5205217,"projectId":7975197,"letterContent":"In our classroom, every sheet of paper becomes a space for learning whether it's practicing letters, solving math problems, drawing, or writing stories. Our kindergarten and first-grade students use paper daily to build essential skills, express creativity, and share their learning.\r\n\r\nWe are reaching out to request donations of paper and other classroom supplies. These resources directly impact our students by giving them the tools they need to grow, create, and succeed. 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