{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 108 Capt Vincent G Fowler","outOfStateSupporters":28.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7139660,"projectId":9597825,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for your support of my classroom!\r\n I have been teaching prekindergarten for ten years and each year there is more of an increased need for services for my students. Unfortunately, it takes almost the full year to obtain those services. \r\n Having an inviting cozy corner for my students to rest, decompress and explore their feelings is vital. Having a weighted vest, weighted stuffed animals and chewees helps so much to meet their sensory needs. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1755697325386,"projectUrl":"project/calm-seas-ahead-for-my-pre-kindergarten/9597825/","projectTitle":"Calm Seas Ahead for My Pre-Kindergarten Class!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7139660"},{"teacherId":3202386,"projectId":9433235,"letterContent":"Because of your generous contribution, my students are now able to partner technology with math to show off their newly-acquired skills.\r\n\r\nThe subscription to Breakout Edu, a digital escape room site, is helping my students to work collaboratively to solve coding and math problems that provide them with clues to breakout from a fun scenario. Our first few breakouts have all been centered around either a Fall or Halloween theme. Students love using the hidden clues to solve the riddles.\r\n\r\nAnd when they breakout, they get a real lockbox with a three-digit combination. Once again they need to solve a math riddle to get those three numbers. They are so excited to open the box and receive their reward.\r\n \r\nThank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1754366794431,"projectUrl":"project/escape-room-mayhem/9433235/","projectTitle":"Escape Room Mayhem","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wiland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3202386_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x327,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1580480783328","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3202386"},{"teacherId":7189805,"projectId":9423565,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our project, \"Creating a Cozy, Inclusive Space for All Learners!\" Your support has made a meaningful difference in our classroom community.\r\n\r\nThe two rugs you helped provide have completely transformed our learning environment. They've created a warm, welcoming space where students feel safe, comfortable, and eager to learn. Whether we're gathering for morning meetings, sharing stories, or working in small groups, these rugs have become the heart of our classroom.\r\n\r\nBeyond comfort, your gift has helped foster a sense of belonging and inclusion for every learner. It's amazing how something as simple as a cozy corner can help students feel valued and engaged.\r\n\r\nFrom all of us—thank you for believing in our mission and investing in our students' well-being. Your kindness is helping shape a space where learning and community truly flourish.","fullyFundedDate":1754966568601,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-cozy-inclusive-space-for-all/9423565/","projectTitle":"Creating a Cozy, Inclusive Space for All Learners!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rollins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7189805_orig.png?crop=630,630,x0,y8&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1629582795113","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7189805"},{"teacherId":234688,"projectId":9155745,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, our second graders experienced the joy of becoming real scientists and gardeners! With the planting pods, seeds, and books about how plants grow, students were able to explore hands-on learning as they observed the life cycle of plants up close. They nurtured their seeds daily, recorded observations, and connected what they read in their books to what they saw happening right before their eyes. This project sparked curiosity, responsibility, and a love for nature in our classroom. Your support helped our young learners see that with care and patience, amazing growth can happen—both in plants and in themselves.","fullyFundedDate":1750255548138,"projectUrl":"project/our-2nd-grade-students-have-plant-power/9155745/","projectTitle":"Our 2nd Grade Students Have Plant Power!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. L.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/234688"},{"teacherId":234688,"projectId":9746259,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, our students are now riding to school more safely and confidently! The helmets we received have been distributed to children who use bikes, e-bikes, and scooters to get to and from school each day. This project not only promotes safety but also encourages healthy, eco-friendly transportation choices. Our students were so excited to receive their own helmets, and families have expressed deep appreciation for the added protection and peace of mind. Your support truly made a difference—helping us create a safer, more caring school community.","fullyFundedDate":1758898968291,"projectUrl":"project/heads-up-for-safety-helmets-for-healthy/9746259/","projectTitle":"Heads Up for Safety: Helmets for Healthy Riders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. L.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/234688"},{"teacherId":8491583,"projectId":9212888,"letterContent":"We are so thankful for the kindness and generosity you have shown our class! We now listen to so many stories on our new, comfortable rug. The children say it is their favorite time of the day! They have a chance to sit with their friends and work together while being comfortable as they learn. The rug has made a huge difference to them! It has allowed for them to take a minute and relax. In our ICT room, it gives both us teachers a place to do our best teaching. \r\n\r\nWe also have been practicing using our toobaloos to help us become better readers. They can listen to their own voices to make sure they sound fluent. These tools will help them become better, more competent and confident readers! We truly appreciate your kindness and know that our children will become even better students because of YOU!","fullyFundedDate":1750256120465,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-take-a-stand-by-taking-a-seat/9212888/","projectTitle":"Help Us Take a Stand by Taking a Seat!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ambrosio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8491583"},{"teacherId":3202386,"projectId":8917170,"letterContent":"My students love coding activities that challenge them to think logically and work collaboratively. The Sphero Bolt robots we received from your generous contribution helped bring coding to life in a fun, meaningful, and engaging way.\r\n\r\nMy students loved pretending that they were recruited by the CIA to attend Spy School.\r\nWith the Bolt robot, this engaging and innovative project was brought to life. \r\n\r\nStudents loved using the robot to learn coding and using it to solve mystery challenges. They loved learning how to make it roll, turn, and even jump! The Sphero Bolt robot is so engaging and motivating that students didn't even realize that they were learning! So much fun while learning programming!","fullyFundedDate":1736976718554,"projectUrl":"project/spy-school-training-and-coding-camp/8917170/","projectTitle":"Spy School Training and Coding Camp","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wiland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3202386_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x327,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1580480783328","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3202386"},{"teacherId":3202386,"projectId":9080841,"letterContent":"My students participate in many escape room challenges. They certainly have a competitive spirit as they work in teams to solve digital math and social studies escape room riddles that are tailored to meet their needs. These challenges require the team to solve problems in order to get the number combination for an actual lockbox. Every lockbox, when unlocked, has nestled inside it a reward such as a trophy or snack.\r\n\r\nBeside the praise and recognition they get for solving these challenges, they love being given something more tangible for a job well done. Handing them a trophy and/or a snack reward have helped me show my students how much I appreciate their collaboration and problem solving skills. Additionally, both are extremely motivational to fourth and fifth graders.\r\n\r\nMy students love being surprised and love showing off their rewards to peers and parents. Thank you so much for supporting this educational initiative.","fullyFundedDate":1744032825637,"projectUrl":"project/trophies-for-the-win/9080841/","projectTitle":"Trophies for the Win","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wiland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3202386_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x327,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1580480783328","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3202386"},{"teacherId":7759143,"projectId":9217939,"letterContent":"I would like to take this moment to express my gratitude for the generous support you provided to my classroom. Your contributions have played an important role in making our Family Restaurant Day a remarkable success.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, the children and I were able to create an unforgettable atmosphere with the decorations we ordered. The vibrant balloons on the tables, along with the classic checkered placemats, plates, napkins, and cups, truly transformed our space into a real dining experience. An assortment of delicious muffins, cookies, and refreshing juice was served, which perfectly catered to the appetites of all our guests. Additionally, the aprons were the perfect touch to our restaurant theme. Each apron was personalized with the name of a student, adding a special \"flair\" that everyone appreciated. \r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for your invaluable support. The children had an amazing time putting their math skills to the test for their families, making this event a cherished memory for all involved.","fullyFundedDate":1749253767294,"projectUrl":"project/be-our-guest-put-our-math-skills-to-the/9217939/","projectTitle":"Be Our Guest! Put Our Math Skills to the Test!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lissandrello","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7759143_orig.png?crop=838,838,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723640435935","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lissandrello"},{"teacherId":234688,"projectId":9155716,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, our indoor recess days have been completely transformed! The coloring books you provided have brought calm, creativity, and joy to our classroom—especially on rainy days when outdoor play isn't an option.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the stack of colorful, brand-new books, their eyes lit up. \"Are these really for us?\" one student asked in amazement. Within minutes, small groups were gathered at their tables, quietly coloring, sharing crayons, and proudly showing off their finished pages. The lunchroom felt peaceful, focused, and happy — a big shift from the usual rainy day restlessness.\r\n\r\nThese books have become more than just a rainy-day activity. They're a go-to for brain breaks, early finishers, and even quiet reflection time. One of our most memorable moments was watching a student who usually struggles with focus completely absorbed in coloring a detailed animal scene — smiling and calm.\r\n\r\nThank you for turning gray, gloomy days into bright, creative ones. Your support is helping our students build focus, fine motor skills, and a sense of peace and joy.","fullyFundedDate":1746787017247,"projectUrl":"project/keep-our-busy-bees-busy-on-rainy-days/9155716/","projectTitle":"Keep Our Busy Bees Busy on Rainy Days!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. L.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/234688"},{"teacherId":234688,"projectId":9216923,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, our school now has a special way to celebrate each student's birthday with brightly colored birthday crowns! These simple yet meaningful crowns have created moments of joy and belonging that ripple throughout the classroom.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the crowns, their faces lit up with excitement. One student gasped, \"Do we really get to wear these on our birthday?\" and several started counting the days until their own special celebration. For many, this is the first time they've had something just for them on their birthday at school — it makes them feel seen, celebrated, and important.\r\n\r\nEach crown has become part of a special birthday routine: the birthday child gets to wear the crown all day, lead the line, and receive special notes from classmates. It has helped build a positive classroom culture, where every student looks forward to celebrating others as much as their own day.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us create these joyful memories. Your support makes our classroom a more loving, inclusive space — one crown at a time!","fullyFundedDate":1746699550027,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-our-birthday-boys-and-girls/9216923/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Our Birthday Boys and Girls!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. L.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/234688"},{"teacherId":234688,"projectId":9216748,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, our classroom now has an exciting new tool to support our math learning—ten frame pop-its! These vibrant, hands-on resources have become a daily part of our math time and have truly transformed the way my first graders engage with numbers and counting.\r\n\r\nWhen I first introduced the pop-its, the students' eyes lit up. One student shouted, \"It's like a game!\" and that sense of excitement hasn't worn off. They immediately wanted to start popping and exploring. The tactile, interactive nature of the pop-its has made abstract concepts much more concrete. We're using them to build number sense, practice addition and subtraction, and understand place value in a fun, accessible way.\r\n\r\nA favorite classroom moment was during a recent lesson on making ten. I asked students to show combinations that make ten using their pop-its. Not only were they quickly able to demonstrate 7 + 3 or 4 + 6, but they also began challenging each other to find all the combinations. It turned into an impromptu math game, full of laughter and learning, where students were excited to explain their thinking.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped create these joyful, meaningful learning experiences. 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