{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 126 Dr Marjorie Dunbar School","outOfStateSupporters":36.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10233157,"projectId":9665413,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom. As a first-year bilingual teacher, I have seen firsthand how much of a difference your generosity has made for my students. At the beginning of the year, nearly half of my class could not read at all. Many of them are emergent bilingual students who were still developing literacy skills in both English and their home language. The resources you helped provide have allowed me to meet students where they are and give them consistent, personalized practice in a way that is engaging and supportive.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for my students is that all the resources allow them to read and learn in their home language. They can see visuals that support understanding and practice at their own pace. This has helped students build confidence and reduce frustration. Many students who were once hesitant to participate are now eager to read along and show what they know. The ability to learn through interactive tools has made reading feel less intimidating and more enjoyable.\r\n\r\nSome of my students who struggled the most at the beginning of the year have shown the greatest growth. Students who once avoided books are now starting to recognize words, sound them out, and read simple texts in their home language. This progress has been incredibly meaningful, especially for students who are new to the country or new to formal schooling. Because of your support, my students are not only learning how to read—they are building confidence, pride in their language, and a strong foundation for future success. Thank you for helping make this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1758899206696,"projectUrl":"project/my-first-classroom/9665413/","projectTitle":"My First Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10233157_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756754229448","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10233157"},{"teacherId":9741520,"projectId":9844238,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our \"Bright Prints, Bright Minds!\" project. Because of you, our classroom now has access to a color printer that has made a meaningful difference for my students—especially those with disabilities.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, color is not just decorative; it is essential for learning. The ability to print materials in color has helped students with visual processing challenges, attention difficulties, and learning disabilities better understand and organize information. Color-coded instructions, highlighted key vocabulary, visual schedules, and graphic organizers have made lessons more accessible and reduced frustration. Students who once struggled to follow along now show greater confidence and independence.\r\n\r\nThis project has also transformed how I design instruction. I can quickly adapt materials to meet individual needs, provide clearer visual supports, and create engaging, inclusive resources without delay. Lessons are more interactive, organized, and student-friendly, allowing me to spend more time teaching and less time troubleshooting.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your support has helped create a classroom where all students feel capable, supported, and excited to learn. Your generosity has truly brightened both our prints and our minds.","fullyFundedDate":1762266292321,"projectUrl":"project/bright-prints-bright-minds/9844238/","projectTitle":"Bright Prints, Bright Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Angel Tejeda-Zabala","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9741520_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736803030949","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9741520"},{"teacherId":5294574,"projectId":9806749,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing snacks for my classroom. Your generosity made a bigger difference than you may realize. Many of my students come to school hungry or without anything to keep them focused throughout the day, and your donations helped fill that gap in such a meaningful way.\r\nBecause of you, my students were able to learn with full bellies, steady energy, and clear minds. I saw more smiles, more confidence, and more engagement—my students stayed focused and were able to participate longer. Something as simple as a snack helped them feel cared for and supported, and that feeling carried into their learning.\r\nYour kindness reminded my students that there are people outside of their classroom who believe in them. Thank you for giving them comfort, stability, and the chance to learn at their best. Your impact reached far beyond the snacks—it reached their hearts and minds.","fullyFundedDate":1763481774375,"projectUrl":"project/snack-time-success-time/9806749/","projectTitle":"“Snack Time = Success Time”","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maxwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5294574"},{"teacherId":5294574,"projectId":9673265,"letterContent":"A color printer may seem like a small thing, but in our classroom it unlocked moments of joy, confidence, and connection for my students. Many of my kids come to school craving a space that feels bright, welcoming, and full of possibility. Being able to print materials in color helped me put that feeling into their hands every day.\r\nWhen my students saw their reading passage with real, vivid pictures.. or a personalized goal tracker it made their faces light up. Color brings learning to life in a way that black-and-white simply can't. It helped my struggling readers find meaning, my visual learners find clarity, and my students with special needs felt seen and supported.\r\n\r\nA color printer allowed me to create materials that make every child feel valued—beautiful certificates celebrating their achievements and center activities and that sparked their curiosity. This small donation changed their learning experience.","fullyFundedDate":1758898947906,"projectUrl":"project/a-printer-goes-a-long-way/9673265/","projectTitle":"A Printer Goes a Long Way","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maxwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5294574"},{"teacherId":9741520,"projectId":9484512,"letterContent":"I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone who generously contributed to my DonorsChoose project. Because of your kindness and support, my students and I have received the materials we needed to make our classroom a more engaging and joyful learning environment.\r\n\r\nYour donations have made a real difference — not only in providing much-needed snacks and supplies, but also in showing my students that there are people who believe in them and care about their success. The excitement on their faces when the packages arrived was truly priceless!\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and helping create meaningful learning experiences. We are deeply grateful for your generosity and the positive impact you've made on our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1760728088165,"projectUrl":"project/snack-fully-fueled-and-ready-to-learn/9484512/","projectTitle":"Snack-Fully Fueled and Ready to Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Angel Tejeda-Zabala","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9741520_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736803030949","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9741520"},{"teacherId":4005121,"projectId":9750875,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom is now filled with excitement, motivation, and smiles! The play materials and prize incentives you helped fund have created a positive, encouraging environment where students feel recognized for their effort and perseverance. Every reward, whether big or small, reminds them that hard work truly pays off.\r\nThis project has transformed how my students approach learning and behavior goals. They are more engaged, focused, and eager to participate because they know their progress is celebrated. The incentives have also supported social-emotional growth students are learning to take turns, show kindness, and cheer for one another's success.\r\nYour generosity has brought so much joy to our classroom community. Because of you, every day feels like a celebration of learning and teamwork. Thank you for believing in the power of positive reinforcement and for helping my students see that effort, responsibility, and perseverance are worth the prize!","fullyFundedDate":1758899152899,"projectUrl":"project/play-and-prize-rewarding-hard-work-with/9750875/","projectTitle":"Play and Prize: Rewarding Hard Work With Joy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arokium","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4005121_orig.png?crop=1035,1035,x360,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746281494999","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4005121"},{"teacherId":4005121,"projectId":9557998,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support of Capturing Precious Classroom Moments, my students now have access to technology that allows them to document, reflect on, and share their learning experiences in meaningful ways. While many families use technology at home, having it in the classroom bridges the gap between play and purposeful learning. The devices are helping my students build communication skills, strengthen their ability to retell stories, and capture evidence of their growth in both literacy and math.\r\nThe most exciting part for my students has been seeing themselves as \"authors\" and \"storytellers.\" They love using the technology to record their reading, share their work, and take pride in seeing their accomplishments saved and celebrated. This has given them a sense of ownership over their learning, which has increased confidence and participation especially for my students who often need extra encouragement to engage.\r\nOne student in particular, who is usually very reserved, has warmed to the technology in a remarkable way. By using it to take photos of his completed activities and record short reflections, he has begun to open up and express himself more. For him, and others like him, the ability to capture moments has not only supported academic progress but also boosted social-emotional growth by giving them a voice in the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1758899224099,"projectUrl":"project/capturing-precious-classroom-moments/9557998/","projectTitle":"Capturing Precious Classroom Moments","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arokium","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4005121_orig.png?crop=1035,1035,x360,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746281494999","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4005121"},{"teacherId":4005121,"projectId":9550553,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our Points for Positivity incentive program is making a real difference in our students lives. With your contributions, we are able to celebrate and reinforce positive behavior, encourage responsibility, and build a stronger classroom community. \r\n\r\nStudents are motivated to make good choices, show kindness, and work hard because they know their efforts will be recognized. These incentives are more than just rewards they are tools that inspire our children to grow academically, socially, and emotionally. \r\n\r\nYour generosity ensures that every student feels valued and encouraged to be their best self each day. The students look forward to the incentives when Friday comes. Once again, we would like to thank you for support.","fullyFundedDate":1755740172373,"projectUrl":"project/points-for-positivity-incentives-for-stu/9550553/","projectTitle":"Points for Positivity Incentives for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arokium","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4005121_orig.png?crop=1035,1035,x360,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746281494999","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4005121"},{"teacherId":9322594,"projectId":8265110,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the support our classroom received. The students are always excited to receive new things. The magnetic bingo chips were the biggest hit! It made blending words visual and fun. We use the table dots daily both to show the students where their space is and also to write on.\r\n\r\nIn elementary school, the need for laminating sheets is ongoing. Such a simple thing makes an enormous impact. Being able to create things once and reuse is a gift that teachers truly appreciate. Thank you again for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1713274067854,"projectUrl":"project/multi-sensory-tools-make-learning-exciti/8265110/","projectTitle":"Multi Sensory Tools Make Learning Exciting!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ebers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9322594_orig.jpg?crop=891,891,x266,y277&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699302639782","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9322594"},{"teacherId":7841304,"projectId":9106400,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, our classroom was filled with joy, excitement, and renewed engagement the moment our new resources arrived! The materials instantly transformed our learning space into a more interactive and vibrant environment. From sensory fidgets to calming tools, every item served a purpose—and each child immediately found something they connected with. One unforgettable moment was when a student, who often struggles with focus and regulation, quietly reached for a sensory tool during a lesson and stayed fully engaged for the entire period. That small moment captured a huge step forward in self-awareness and academic stamina.\r\n\r\nMy students now have consistent access to tools that help them manage their emotions, stay focused, and feel supported throughout the school day. These items are used during morning meetings, calm-down breaks, and even during independent work sessions. The students feel proud to take ownership of their emotions and learning. Seeing their smiles and hearing their enthusiastic \"thank you!\" as we unpacked the materials made it clear that your kindness reached them deeply.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we'll continue incorporating these tools into our daily social-emotional learning (SEL) lessons. We're currently working on a \"Tools That Help Me Thrive\" project where students reflect on which tools they use and how they help them be successful in class. These next steps build confidence, communication, and awareness—skills they'll carry far beyond this school year. Thank you again for being a part of our journey!","fullyFundedDate":1742823927215,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-success-a-valentines-day-celebra/9106400/","projectTitle":"Sweet Success: a Valentine’s Day Celebration of Hard Work","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lavinier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7841304_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1639456041570","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7841304"},{"teacherId":7052195,"projectId":9036813,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating materials to our classroom essentials. Since we received the new resources, we've incorporated them into our daily routines with the snacks. At the end of the day we like to play a spelling game of words we practiced in the morning. If a student gets the word right, I toss them a treat such as fruit snacks, Gushers, chips, starburst, Taki's, etc. We're using these resources not just to support the content but to fuel their creativity and problem-solving skills. \r\n It is allergy season here in NY! The boxes of tissues have been so helpful to the students since so many of them are affected by allergies this season. We also are enjoying the smell of the Lysol spray and my students LOVE to clean their desks at the end of the day! It is one of their jobs to maintain a clean working space. We are so blessed and thankful for your donations and contributions!","fullyFundedDate":1739190862600,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials/9036813/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aileen Pena","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7052195_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736424297464","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7052195"},{"teacherId":4005121,"projectId":9301244,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our \"Hands-On Learning: Toys That Teach\" project! Because of you, our classroom is now filled with exciting and educational learning toys that help students explore, imagine, and grow through play.\r\nThese hands-on tools are already sparking curiosity and engagement in ways that worksheets simply can't. Watching my students light up as they work together, solve problems, and build new skills has been incredibly rewarding and it's all possible thanks to your kindness.\r\nYour contribution is helping shape a learning environment where discovery is fun and every child feels empowered. We're so grateful for your generosity and belief in our students.","fullyFundedDate":1746468897852,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-toys-that-teach/9301244/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning: Toys That Teach","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arokium","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4005121_orig.png?crop=1035,1035,x360,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746281494999","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4005121"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_330","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":502,"numTeachers":46,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":24,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":73,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"10.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":63.3,"schoolId":330,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about PS 126 Dr Marjorie Dunbar School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"PS 126 Dr Marjorie Dunbar School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/ps-126-dr-marjorie-dunbar-school/330"}