{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 11 Kathryn Phelan","outOfStateSupporters":40.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":182135,"projectId":10062905,"letterContent":"Our Dearest Rebecca,\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your generous sponsorship of our Pink disco ball! Your kindness is helping us create a magical and unforgettable experience for our students, full of vibrant colors and joyful memories. Thanks to you, we are. now able to add a sparkling pink disco ball to our classroom. It is so adorable. I turned on the disco music and the kids had a blast dancing underneath it.\r\n\r\nYour support will have a lasting impact on our students. For many, events like this are a rare opportunity to feel celebrated and valued, and your generosity helps build a strong sense of community and school spirit. The excitement, laughter, and joy that your gift brings will inspire our students to engage creatively, work together, and take pride in their school. Beyond the fun, this celebration will teach important lessons about kindness, generosity, and teamwork, showing our students the power of giving and the joy it can create.\r\n\r\nBecause of you our students will carry the memory of this magical classroom environment Your support encourages a positive school culture, uplifts our students' spirits, and sets the tone for a year filled with learning, creativity, and kindness. Thank you for making our classroom truly extraordinary! You are our dancing queen and we love you. We appreciate all the support you always give us. Have a wonderful spring season and a Happy Easter or Passover.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt gratitude, Ms. Stavrou and the future Disco stars of PS11Q","fullyFundedDate":1773505823447,"projectUrl":"project/pink-disco-dreams-a-candyland-breakfast/10062905/","projectTitle":"Pink Disco Dreams: A Candyland Breakfast Celebration!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stavrou","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp182135_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680886215578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ps11"},{"teacherId":182135,"projectId":10115880,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Mets window project at PS 11. Your contribution is helped turn a creative idea into a bright, joyful reality for our students and our entire community.\r\n\r\nAt PS 11, our students thrive when they can combine creativity, teamwork, and community spirit. With your help, they helped design and build a vibrant \"GO METS\" window display using orange and blue LED rope lights across two classroom windows. This hands-on project allowed students to plan layouts, , and add creative accents building valuable STEM skills, strengthening problem-solving abilities, and encouraging collaboration.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your support extends far beyond the classroom. Our school sits along the 7 train line, and on Opening Day, our display was seen by thousands of commuters. It was even shared on X, where many fans celebrated spotting our glowing windows from the train. Students were incredibly proud to see their work recognized and enjoyed by such a wide audience.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, this project has created a meaningful, visible, and exciting experience that brings school pride to life while brightening the day of everyone who passes by. Thank you for making this possible and for investing in our students' creativity and confidence.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMs. Stavrou and the creative Mets fans of PS 11","fullyFundedDate":1772564542515,"projectUrl":"project/ps-11-shines-for-the-fans-led-window-di/10115880/","projectTitle":"PS 11 Shines for the Fans: LED Window Display","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stavrou","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp182135_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680886215578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ps11"},{"teacherId":182135,"projectId":10077818,"letterContent":"Dearest Doyle family, \r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your generous support of our Candyland-themed breakfast celebration. Your kindness is helping create an experience that goes far beyond a special event.It is an opportunity for our students to feel seen, valued, and celebrated. The custom T-shirts will transform the day into something truly magical, uniting students and teachers in a shared, joyful experience that builds excitement, strengthens connections, and fosters a strong sense of belonging. For many of our students, this will be a rare opportunity to fully participate in a themed celebration where everyone feels included.\r\n\r\nThis project is about more than breakfast. It is about joy, recognition, and building confidence. Thank you for helping us create meaningful memories and a stronger, more connected school community. We appreciate the support you continue to give our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1773409191340,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-success-in-candyland-t-shirts-for/10077818/","projectTitle":"Sweet Success in Candyland: T-Shirts for a Magical Breakfast Celebration","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stavrou","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp182135_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680886215578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ps11"},{"teacherId":536260,"projectId":5253171,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support during distance learning. It was definitely a challenge, but with support and donations of electronic items, students were as engaged as being in the classroom. We were very happy to be able to purchase new digital curriculum online to help ease the transition into distance learning, as it was new to both students and teachers. We were able to use this gift card across all subject areas. Thank you for your support during a difficult time in our classroom. Stay healthy and thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1604096628098,"projectUrl":"project/remote-learning-needs-more-resources/5253171/","projectTitle":"Remote Learning Needs More Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dammacco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp536260_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1457613728294","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsdammacco"},{"teacherId":536260,"projectId":5047281,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our classroom. Distance learning was a challenge and with donations like this, it helped to make it a success. While we would prefer to be in the classroom, these donations made distance learning fun and engaging for all students. Students were able to stay on task with the help of visuals, and keep notes along with the teacher. We are happy to be back in the classroom now, and have recently moved these items into use in the classroom. Thank you so much for bring a supporter.","fullyFundedDate":1597174042866,"projectUrl":"project/distance-learning-supplies-for-special-e/5047281/","projectTitle":"Distance Learning Supplies for Special Education","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dammacco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp536260_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1457613728294","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsdammacco"},{"teacherId":4043197,"projectId":9880974,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating and funding the Fun Friday project to Donors Choose. When the packages arrived, the students were very excited! They were even more excited to see the types of games that I was opening . They were excited to see Connect Four, Jenga, Simon, Uno, Trouble, Checkers, and the Rubik's cubes. It is greatly appreciated that all of you have funded this project. The children look forward to Fun Friday so that they can explore and socialize. Some games have rules that they need to follow. They have to learn how to share. They have to learn how to play together and be kind with each other. There is education involved with these games. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your donations.","fullyFundedDate":1772741690376,"projectUrl":"project/fun-friday/9880974/","projectTitle":"Fun Friday","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kelly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4043197_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1542761626018","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alison-kelly"},{"teacherId":182135,"projectId":9988236,"letterContent":"Thanks to your amazing support, our students brought the Year of the Horse to life! Dressed in hats, aprons, and horse costumes, they paraded through the school, sharing their joy and creativity with everyone. Your generosity gave them a hands-on Lunar New Year experience, helping them explore global traditions, build confidence through performance, and create joyful, lasting memories. They had an amazing\r\nday and one little boy yelled out, \"Where is the Chinese food!\" We deeply appreciate your continued support in making these meaningful learning experiences possible!","fullyFundedDate":1768502085948,"projectUrl":"project/bring-the-year-of-the-horse-to-life/9988236/","projectTitle":"Bring the Year of the Horse to Life!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stavrou","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp182135_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680886215578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ps11"},{"teacherId":8119569,"projectId":9867450,"letterContent":"Your generous donation made a meaningful impact across our entire school community. The kindness bracelets became powerful symbols of compassion, inclusion, and connection among our students.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement was immediate. Students were thrilled and eager to get started. Many even volunteered to spend their lunch time creating bracelets, showing just how much the project meant to them.\r\n\r\nStudents thoughtfully looked up caring and encouraging words to include on their bracelets. They took their time choosing words that would inspire others — words like \"hope,\" \"respect,\" \"brave,\" and \"friend.\" The process became more than a craft; it was a meaningful reflection on how to uplift one another.\r\n\r\nThey loved both making and sharing the bracelets with classmates throughout the school. Each bracelet carried a message of kindness, and the impact was felt school-wide.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, kindness wasn't just discussed — it was created, worn, and shared. Thank you for helping us foster a culture of compassion and connection in our school.","fullyFundedDate":1763046443980,"projectUrl":"project/bracelets-a-symbol-of-kindness/9867450/","projectTitle":"Bracelets a Symbol of Kindness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mack","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8119569_orig.jpg?crop=1461,1461,x947,y2096&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722538435123","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-mackkelly"},{"teacherId":2766557,"projectId":9892252,"letterContent":"We are deeply grateful for your generous support of our classroom project. Because of your kindness, our students now have the tools and resources they need to learn, grow, and thrive. Every single contribution you made reflects your belief in the power of education and your dedication to making a difference in the lives of children. For many of our students, opportunities like this simply would not be possible without the support of people like you. Your gift goes far beyond materials—it represents encouragement, belief, and the message that their success truly matters. Knowing that people outside our school care so deeply has sparked joy and motivation among our students, giving them a renewed sense of confidence and excitement for learning.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your generosity is already being felt in our classroom each day. Students are more engaged, eager to explore, and motivated to achieve. The new resources allow them to experience hands-on learning and to practice skills in ways that are both creative and meaningful. Beyond the immediate academic benefits, your support has also strengthened their sense of community and belonging. They feel empowered because someone believed in them enough to provide opportunities they otherwise may not have had. The difference between what we \"had\" before and what we \"can do\" now is remarkable, and it is all thanks to your compassion and willingness to give. You have helped transform challenges into possibilities, and your generosity continues to inspire both students and teachers alike.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your support has planted seeds of hope and inspiration that will continue to grow long after this project is complete. Our students are learning not only academic skills but also lessons about kindness, generosity, and the importance of giving back. They see through your example that there are people in the world who believe in them, cheer for them, and want to see them succeed. For that, we thank you with full hearts. On behalf of every child who smiles a little brighter, learns a little deeper, and dreams a little bigger because of this project, please know how truly grateful we are. Your impact will echo far beyond this classroom, shaping futures and fueling dreams. Thank you for standing with us, for lifting us up, and for reminding our students that they matter and that their education is worth investing in.","fullyFundedDate":1764873196168,"projectUrl":"project/spreading-kindness-student-led-acts-of/9892252/","projectTitle":"Spreading Kindness: Student-Led Acts of Creativity and Connection","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Collins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2766557_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470795547856","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2766557"},{"teacherId":4854765,"projectId":9929774,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Building Literacy & Numeracy Through Magnetic STEM Tiles, for our special education kindergarten and first grade students. Your generosity is opening new doors for hands-on learning in our classroom!\r\nFor our students with special needs, learning is most powerful when it is interactive, visual, and engaging. The magnetic STEM tiles are more than just building materials — they are tools for developing early literacy and numeracy skills in meaningful ways. Our students are using them to form letters, build sight words, create shapes, count, sort, and explore basic math concepts. Through play-based exploration, they are strengthening fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, and cooperative learning skills.\r\nThese materials allow us to differentiate instruction and provide multisensory learning experiences that meet each child where they are. The tiles help transform abstract concepts into something tangible and accessible, giving our students the confidence to take risks and celebrate their progress.\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is filled with curiosity, creativity, and joyful learning. Thank you for investing in our students and helping us create an inclusive environment where every child can grow academically and socially.","fullyFundedDate":1765765165924,"projectUrl":"project/building-literacy-numeracy-through-mag/9929774/","projectTitle":"Building Literacy & Numeracy Through Magnetic Stem Tiles!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vlaseros","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4854765_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657585287399","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/evlaseros"},{"teacherId":4854765,"projectId":9816758,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Colorful Visuals and Social Stories, for our special education kindergarten and first grade classroom. Your generosity is already making a powerful difference in the lives of our young learners.\r\nFor our students, visual supports and social stories are not just helpful tools—they are essential. Many of our children rely on clear, colorful visuals to understand routines, follow directions, and feel secure throughout the school day. Social stories help them learn how to navigate friendships, manage emotions, and respond appropriately in different situations. With these resources, we are able to break down big concepts into simple, meaningful lessons that our students can truly understand.\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is filled with engaging visuals that support communication, independence, and confidence. Our students are practicing social skills, building emotional awareness, and gaining the tools they need to succeed both academically and socially.\r\nYour kindness and belief in our classroom community mean more than words can express. Thank you for helping us create a supportive, structured, and joyful learning environment where every child can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1763787073287,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-visuals-and-social-stories/9816758/","projectTitle":"Colorful Visuals and Social Stories","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vlaseros","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4854765_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657585287399","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/evlaseros"},{"teacherId":4854765,"projectId":10019098,"letterContent":"From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for supporting our project for flexible seating small cube chairs in our special education kindergarten and first grade classroom. Because of your generosity, our students now have comfortable, supportive seating that truly meets their unique learning needs.\r\nIn our classroom, focused small group instruction is essential. These cube chairs provide the perfect space for students to sit safely and comfortably while working on foundational skills like reading, writing, communication, and social development. For many of our learners, having seating that supports their bodies helps them better regulate their attention, participate more fully, and feel confident during learning time.\r\n\r\nFlexible seating allows us to create inviting, structured small group spaces where students can engage without distractions. The cube chairs are not only practical, but they also help foster independence and a sense of ownership in our young learners. When students feel comfortable and supported, they are more willing to take risks, try new skills, and celebrate their progress.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom community. 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