{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 108 Assemblyman Angelo Toro","outOfStateSupporters":35.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":717,"projectId":9222829,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing our art room with new high quality TomBow Markers. Our master drawers love them! The Mono erasers are also a big hit. These erasers were requested by a very talented student and he was so surprised when they arrived. The vibrant and abundant colors help elevate our students work and build their confidence in their abilities. We would not be able to afford such wonderful tools if it wasn't for your support. Thank you again for believing in our students and making their dreams come true with these amazing materials.","fullyFundedDate":1754069998106,"projectUrl":"project/tombow-markers-and-erasers-for-our-drawi/9222829/","projectTitle":"TomBow Markers and Erasers for Our Drawing Center","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp717_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1526865758143","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-kbrown"},{"teacherId":2046619,"projectId":9207585,"letterContent":"I am writing to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous support of my DonorsChoose project, \" The Greatest Scientists Are Artists as Well\". Because of you, my students now have access to, science kits, headphones, pencils, art supplies, and more. The impact has already been incredible! My Middle School scientists are hard at work completing experiments and creating beautiful works of art. Thank you for being a part of their journey.\r\nYour contributions have made a real difference in my classroom. My students were so excited to dive into their new supplies. We've already completed three science experiments, and one Neurographic art project.\r\n\r\nMore than just supplies, your donation sent a powerful message to my students: that there are people out there who believe in them and want to see them succeed. That encouragement means the world to all of us.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for investing in our classroom, our future, and our dreams.","fullyFundedDate":1744775341835,"projectUrl":"project/the-greatest-scientists-are-artists-as/9207585/","projectTitle":"\"The Greatest Scientists Are Artists as Well.\" Einstein","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Patterson-Blain","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2046619_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664626370722","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2046619"},{"teacherId":5645734,"projectId":9131338,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kind-hearted support that lead to the success of my project being funded! My classroom became more vibrant and motivating to my students. \r\n\r\nWith the contributions that I received, I was able to get my students fun rewards (bright and eye-catching fidget-toys and delicious candy) for a job well-done! These small, but powerful tools brought so much joy and excitement to my students. They provide motivation to help my students focus and at the same time regulate their emotions. \r\n\r\nThe impact goes beyond smiles. My students feel seen and supported. In part is because of you and your generosity. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1742935059933,"projectUrl":"project/pot-of-gold-at-the-end-of-our-rainbow/9131338/","projectTitle":"Pot of Gold at the End of Our Rainbow!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walsh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5645734_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533765160876","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5645734"},{"teacherId":8693094,"projectId":8802262,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your continued support to ensure my students get the best supplies and are equipped to be as successful as possible throughout the school year. \r\n\r\nHaving the proper supplies in my homeroom, ELA, and Social Studies classes is so important for making sure my students feel prepared for any academic challenge. With these materials, I am able to bring engaging activities into my classroom where students not only bond with each other, but also with me as their teacher. This helps create a classroom community where students feel safe to learn, take risks, and share their ideas.\r\n\r\nHaving a place in the school where my students feel they can go to not just for academics, but also for social-emotional needs is so important. Students often stop by when they forget lunch, deodorant, or just are in need of someone to talk to. \r\n\r\nYour donations and continued support helps to create a classroom environment where they feel loved and supported.","fullyFundedDate":1727800376620,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials-restock/8802262/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials Restock!!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Santoro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8693094_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720582403963","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8693094"},{"teacherId":717,"projectId":9145935,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping our art room secure new Copic Markers. We love the bright colors and dual tip option that these speciality markers provide. Magna and Anime has become very popular again and our students are eager to practice their skills and create their own characters. The Copic markers you provided helps elevate my students work and builds their confidence. Working with the right and high quality tools encourages artists to pursue their work and push themselves to get better. These markers will last us years and we will take great care of them. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1741732823292,"projectUrl":"project/copic-markers-for-the-art-room/9145935/","projectTitle":"Copic Markers for the Art Room","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp717_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1526865758143","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-kbrown"},{"teacherId":717,"projectId":9145883,"letterContent":"Thank you for giving us new Legos. It was fun playing and building with the Legos. The Legos you got us are really cool. We really liked the cars and sea creatures. The cars are fun because the wheels on the cars could roll fast like real cars. Thank you for the Lego figures because we really needed more. The Doctor Office set was really cute, our favorite part was the little bear. We have a lot of options to build and we can build a lot more now. The Legos help us focus and we managed to build an entire squid. \r\nWe learn patience, using our imagination, working together when we build with the Legos in the Architecture Center.\r\nYou can build anything with legos if you use your imagination.\r\n-Written by our 2nd graders with the help of Ms. Brown. - Thank you!!!!","fullyFundedDate":1745318057372,"projectUrl":"project/lego-figures-for-collaborative-imaginary/9145883/","projectTitle":"Lego Figures for Collaborative Imaginary Play in the Architecture Center","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp717_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1526865758143","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-kbrown"},{"teacherId":717,"projectId":9145982,"letterContent":"Thank you for giving us new Play-Doh. We appreciate that you thought about our art room. We love the different colors, we love how soft it is and it's cool to the touch. We can create so many different things with Play-Doh. We learned that you make molds with Play-Doh, wedge the Play-Doh, make pinch pots and coil pots. Thank you for giving us new art materials. Thank you for being kind.\r\n\r\nPlay-Doh is a great stress release for our students, helps build Fine Motor Skills and is a fun Sensory Experience. We figured out we use 3 of our five senses when we work with Play-Doh. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1746474366125,"projectUrl":"project/play-doh-for-learning-through-play/9145982/","projectTitle":"Play-Doh for Learning Through Play","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp717_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1526865758143","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-kbrown"},{"teacherId":6609159,"projectId":9124879,"letterContent":"The items donated are making a significant impact on my students' daily interactions. I write personalized notes to them when they show kindness and compassion toward others. I also notice students who need a smile or an uplifting message to help them keep going throughout the day. When I delivered the notes, bracelets, and key chains, my students responded with happiness and gratitude. They are experiencing kindness by being seen and acknowledged as important human beings. As we start our testing season, I will continue to support my students with encouraging notes to motivate them to stay focused and show kindness toward others.","fullyFundedDate":1740529118145,"projectUrl":"project/chew-chat-lunch-bunch/9124879/","projectTitle":"Chew & Chat Lunch Bunch","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Orfelina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6609159_orig.jpg?crop=2530,2530,x276,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1611097395239","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6609159"},{"teacherId":1485754,"projectId":8757666,"letterContent":"It is with a heart full of gratitude that I submit this thank you package.\r\nA popular school sitcom described rugs in a classroom as\" the heart of the classroom\" and that is exactly what your generosity has provided.\r\nIt has helped students feel that have a special place during circle time.\r\nThey sing, dance, had a performance and build wonderful imagery places with the blocks.\r\nThe rug has provided a colorful palette where children place games, do puppetry and socialize.\r\nMy students and I thank you","fullyFundedDate":1736172963965,"projectUrl":"project/learning-through-rug-activities-playing/8757666/","projectTitle":"Learning through rug activities playing.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cintron","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1485754"},{"teacherId":9591026,"projectId":8758866,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generosity of our donor, my ENL students now have access to essential tools that are helping them build their English skills with confidence and excitement. The phonics cards, interactive games, and workbooks have transformed our classroom into a space where language learning feels engaging, supportive, and fun.\r\n\r\nOne of the most memorable moments came when I introduced these new materials to my students. Their faces lit up with excitement as they explored the colorful phonics cards and hands-on games. For many, learning English can feel overwhelming, but these resources turned practice into play. I watched students eagerly take turns with the word games, helping each other sound out new vocabulary and celebrating small victories together. Seeing their enthusiasm reaffirmed just how impactful these materials are in making language learning accessible and enjoyable.\r\n\r\nThese resources have quickly become an integral part of our daily learning routines. The phonics cards provide visual support for building foundational skills, the games encourage collaboration and conversation, and the workbooks allow students to practice at their own pace. More importantly, these tools are boosting their confidence—students who were once hesitant to speak are now actively participating, asking questions, and proudly using new words in their conversations.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these materials will continue to support my students as they progress in their language journey. We will incorporate them into small group instruction, partner activities, and independent practice to reinforce their skills. The generosity of our donors has not only provided valuable learning tools but has also created an environment where my students feel empowered to grow and thrive. I am incredibly grateful for this support, as it has made a lasting impact on their education and confidence in learning English.","fullyFundedDate":1735306085025,"projectUrl":"project/words-matter-supporting-ells-in-their-j/8758866/","projectTitle":"Words Matter: Supporting ELLs in Their Journey","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Quezada","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9591026_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726970722156","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9591026"},{"teacherId":9591026,"projectId":8523751,"letterContent":"My students have experienced an extra boost of motivation and joy in our classroom. The snacks and toys we received have not only served as fun incentives but have also helped foster a positive learning environment where students feel recognized and encouraged.\r\n\r\nOne of the most memorable moments came when I introduced these new rewards as part of an incentive system. Students could earn small prizes for demonstrating kindness, effort, and perseverance. When I first unveiled the rewards, their excitement was contagious—cheers filled the room, and their faces lit up with joy. It was heartwarming to see how something as simple as a favorite snack or a small toy could have such a meaningful impact on their enthusiasm for learning.\r\n\r\nThese rewards have quickly become a valuable tool in reinforcing positive behaviors and academic effort. Whether a student completes a challenging assignment, helps a classmate, or shows determination in their work, they know that their efforts are recognized and appreciated. The rewards serve as both encouragement and celebration, creating a classroom culture where students strive to do their best.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, these incentives will continue to play an important role in our classroom. As we tackle new lessons and projects, I will use them to keep students engaged and motivated. The generosity of our donors has not only provided tangible rewards but has also helped create an environment where students feel supported and inspired. I am deeply grateful for this contribution, as it has made a lasting difference in the energy and spirit of our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1735080333523,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-rewards-for-bright-minds/8523751/","projectTitle":"Sweet Rewards for Bright Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Quezada","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9591026_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726970722156","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9591026"},{"teacherId":6609159,"projectId":6774452,"letterContent":"Mingle at Lunch With Fun has been one of the most extraordinary projects I have created with Donors Choose. The creation of the project has been an instrumental anchor for my school. Students used all the items received during lunchtime and extracurricular activities. The students engaged in conversations and personal connections with peers, making their time together valuable and meaningful as they played and had fun together. Thank you so much for helping my school create a welcoming and exciting environment.","fullyFundedDate":1664460706188,"projectUrl":"project/mingle-at-lunch-with-fun/6774452/","projectTitle":"Mingle at Lunch With Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Orfelina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6609159_orig.jpg?crop=2530,2530,x276,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1611097395239","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6609159"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_111","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":373,"numTeachers":41,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":23,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":68,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"9.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":64.8,"schoolId":111,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about PS 108 Assemblyman Angelo Toro on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"PS 108 Assemblyman Angelo Toro","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/ps-108-assmbly-angelo-del-toro/111"}