{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 130 Hernando De Soto","outOfStateSupporters":21.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1899105,"projectId":9796604,"letterContent":"Thank you for this amazing gift to our classroom. My students are able to not only take individualized assessments and screeners during the day, but they get to work strategically on skills they need to develop in order to close learning gaps.\r\nThe headsets allow the students to practice phonics, math, reading, and science through fun games and activities. A favorite app that the DOE has is Super Teacher. This app has an AI teacher that talks to the student and reinforces tailored skills and drills they need to review. It was impossible for a class to use this application when all the students are working on different levels and individual computers were talking over the others. Without head phones, my class would never be able to take advantage of this opportunity while they are at school. The headsets have made a world of difference. The kids were so excited to receive their own headsets and not have to share with other classes.\r\nThe flexible seating chair is used in our meeting area time. Kids take turns sitting in this chair throughout the day. It is a great focusing tool and it also calms behaviors of students who come to school not ready to work. The kids love to use the chair during independent reading. We may be adding more seats to our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1760752081757,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-and-flexible-seating-for-focu/9796604/","projectTitle":"Headphones and Flexible Seating for Focused Futures","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cannistraci-D'Apice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/d-cannistraci"},{"teacherId":8079770,"projectId":9783531,"letterContent":"The headphones you generously provided have made an immediate and meaningful difference for my third-grade students. With their own sets of headphones, students are now able to focus more deeply during computer-based lessons. Instead of being distracted by surrounding noise or the sounds from their classmates' devices, they can clearly hear instructions, videos, and read-alouds—helping them better understand assignments and follow along with confidence.\r\n\r\nThe headphones have also boosted student engagement. When the audio is clear and personalized, students immerse themselves more fully in learning activities, whether they're practicing reading fluency, exploring math games, or working through interactive lessons. Their excitement shows every time they put on their headphones—they know they're ready to learn.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your donation has helped create a calmer, more productive classroom environment where every student can succeed at their own pace. Thank you for supporting their focus, their learning, and their joy in the classroom. Your impact is felt every day.","fullyFundedDate":1763587323872,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-focused-futures/9783531/","projectTitle":"Headphones for Focused Futures","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Polkowitz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8079770_orig.png?crop=580,580,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704818240616","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8079770"},{"teacherId":1892582,"projectId":6674245,"letterContent":"Our new resources have made an immediate and exciting impact in our PE classes. We've already begun using the floor spots, foldable cones, and foam dice in a variety of activities. One of our favorite moments was during a station-based fitness circuit: students used the floor spots to navigate movement paths, the cones to guide agility drills, and the foam dice to roll for different exercises at each stop. It was incredible to see how naturally they engaged with the materials and how smoothly the stations ran.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new equipment, their faces lit up. They couldn't wait to explore the colorful spots, set up cones, and take turns rolling the oversized dice to see what challenge would come next. Their excitement turned into focused effort and joyful learning almost instantly.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, we're now able to build more interactive, skill-building lessons that keep students moving and motivated. Our next steps include using the materials to create team-based games, cooperative challenges, and skill progression activities that help students grow stronger, more confident, and more connected as learners. These resources will continue to support meaningful movement experiences all year long.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making such a difference in our gym and in our students' learning!","fullyFundedDate":1683645263104,"projectUrl":"project/physical-education-starting-young/6674245/","projectTitle":"Physical Education Starting YOUNG!","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Cheryl Chen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1892582_orig.jpg?crop=500,500,x0,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1644585128339","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/coachcheryl"},{"teacherId":136000,"projectId":9816980,"letterContent":"Our students were absolutely ecstatic, working hard to read enough books to collect the ten tickets required for a spin. The anticipation mounted as we uncovered the bag from the machine, their jaws dropped open and their faces lit up with pure joy with every toy that clattered out. Thank you so much, Richard, for funding this fabulous and motivating project. Your generosity has created an incredible wave of excitement for reading in our classroom, making it a shared and celebrated activity. This experience has been an invaluable gift, and we are so deeply grateful for your wonderful support.","fullyFundedDate":1760722039309,"projectUrl":"project/lets-earn-and-learn/9816980/","projectTitle":"Let's Earn and Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp136000_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727995317094","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/136000"},{"teacherId":3774042,"projectId":9058593,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us get storage pouches! These are so much more eco-friendly because we don't need to keep wasting ziploc bags. These storage pouches are sturdy so students can then easily store their items without worrying about the baggies ripping. The storage pouches hold up to the weight of 10 picture books or chapter books with a clear-view design that makes it easy to see exactly what's inside! This year, I also used the storage pouches to hold Fundations letter boards/white boards. It came in handy when the original baggie from Fundations started to rip apart. We are super grateful you're able to make this possible for us. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1743039829507,"projectUrl":"project/storage-pouches-needed/9058593/","projectTitle":"Storage Pouches Needed!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tse","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3774042_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1508467683906","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-tse"},{"teacherId":3774042,"projectId":8946169,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping us get a diverse collection of books! My English language learners consists of Chinese speaking, Spanish speaking, and Russian speaking students. Getting books like Alvin Ho series, Pacy Lin series, and Juana and Lucas series helped capture their interest in reading. They were also able to relate more to the characters in the story! These diverse books are so important because they promote empathy, understanding, and a more inclusive society by allowing readers to see themselves reflected in literature and experience the perspectives of people from different backgrounds, races, cultures, genders, and abilities, thus combating stereotypes and fostering a broader worldview. Once again, we appreciate your support!","fullyFundedDate":1734446058136,"projectUrl":"project/series-books-by-aapii-and-latin-authors/8946169/","projectTitle":"Series Books by AAPIi and Latin Authors","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tse","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3774042_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1508467683906","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-tse"},{"teacherId":3774042,"projectId":8982019,"letterContent":"Do you know how many glue sticks we go through during the school year? A LOT! So much that I lose count each school year. I always end up asking parents to purchase more throughout the school year. The ones we started using at the start of the school year are almost all gone!\r\n\r\nMy students are always gluing their work in their notebooks and gluing for arts and crafts activities. At school, we prefer using glue sticks over liquid glue because it dries up quicker and it's less messy. Having more glue sticks definitely came in handy! Now I do not need to continuously request glue sticks from their parents. Your help is greatly appreciated, thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1733268798628,"projectUrl":"project/lets-glue-together/8982019/","projectTitle":"Let's GLUE Together!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tse","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3774042_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1508467683906","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-tse"},{"teacherId":3774042,"projectId":8817321,"letterContent":"For the new school year, my students and I needed certain classroom supplies like more glue sticks, supply caddies, dry erase markers, sheet protectors, binders to be used in the classroom. With these supplies, students were able to glue their work in the notebooks, organize their handouts in binders using the sheet protectors, and use the dry erase markers along with whiteboards during lessons. My students were ecstatic about the new materials. We greatly appreciate your support and help with getting this project funded. Your awesome contribution makes a huge difference to me and my students, thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1730400035817,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-supplies/8817321/","projectTitle":"Classroom Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tse","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3774042_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1508467683906","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-tse"},{"teacherId":3774042,"projectId":8714252,"letterContent":"Thank you all so much for supporting my classroom. With your generosity, my students were able to have a new rug in the classroom! My students were extremely excited to find out that supportive people believe in them and their comfort at school. We use the carpet each day for morning meeting, read aloud time, circle time, and many more. The carpet serves as a classroom management tool to make lessons smoother and more engaging. The new carpet fosters a supportive learning community while creating student engagement. Once again, THANK YOU!","fullyFundedDate":1728014475828,"projectUrl":"project/magic-carpet-ride/8714252/","projectTitle":"Magic Carpet Ride!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tse","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3774042_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1508467683906","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-tse"},{"teacherId":136000,"projectId":9793701,"letterContent":"We are so incredibly lucky to receive all these materials/tools! The colored masking tape was immediately used to mark the floor to help students identify their meeting area space, where they safely line up for the bathroom in the classroom and in the future, to mark certain areas on stage where they will perform. We have been using the buttons for sorting! They can be sorted by color, shape, size, name and holes in the middle!! They are sturdy and will provide sorting practice for students for many years to come. We ordered another cabinet for our dresser in the house area to hold pretend play uniforms for different professions as well as for their accessories. All other tools and materials will be used in art and science, gloves for building gingerbread houses and Froot Loops for making 100 day necklaces. We thank you, Lily and Richard, for your continuous support and generosity!!!","fullyFundedDate":1760634185473,"projectUrl":"project/stem-sparks-for-student-success/9793701/","projectTitle":"STEM Sparks for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp136000_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727995317094","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/136000"},{"teacherId":795028,"projectId":9797945,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project! Because of your generosity, our first graders now have the opportunity to become young engineers and scientists—exploring electricity through hands-on learning and creativity.\r\n\r\nWith the new paper circuit kits and materials, students are discovering how energy flows, what makes a circuit complete, and how conductors and insulators work. The excitement on their faces when their paper creations light up for the first time is truly priceless! These moments of discovery make science come alive and help students connect abstract ideas to the real world around them.\r\n\r\nThrough these activities, my students are not only learning about electricity—they're also practicing teamwork, communication, and perseverance. They're asking questions, testing their ideas, solving problems, and improving their designs, all while developing confidence in their ability to think like engineers.\r\n\r\nYour support is helping our young learners see that science is not just something to study—it's something they can do. You've empowered them to explore, create, and imagine what's possible through STEM.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for helping us spark curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning.","fullyFundedDate":1760639127219,"projectUrl":"project/young-engineers-building-circuits-buil/9797945/","projectTitle":"Young Engineers: Building Circuits, Building Curiosity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp795028_orig.jpg?crop=564,564,x1239,y1108&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1629833613143","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gina-lee"},{"teacherId":795028,"projectId":9507487,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for supporting our classroom! Because of your kindness, we now have the materials to create a vibrant, welcoming learning space where every child feels seen, valued, and inspired.\r\n\r\nOur new colorful bulletin board paper and décor have completely transformed our classroom walls into places that celebrate student work and spark curiosity. The joy on my students' faces as they saw their projects displayed with pride was truly priceless. Our room now feels like their space—a warm and inviting community where learning shines.\r\n\r\nYour generosity also made it possible for us to bring in hands-on materials that foster teamwork, creativity, and emotional growth. The marble mazes and Magna-Tiles have quickly become class favorites—students work together to design, build, and problem-solve, all while laughing and learning. The beads for friendship bracelets have inspired so many sweet moments of kindness and connection, strengthening friendships one colorful bead at a time.\r\n\r\nAnd thanks to the book baggies, my first graders are now carrying their favorite stories between home and school—beaming with pride as they share what they're reading with their families. You've helped plant the seeds of a lifelong love for reading.\r\n\r\nYour support has made our classroom more joyful, engaging, and inclusive. You didn't just fund materials—you helped create experiences and memories that will shape how my students see themselves as learners, friends, and thinkers.","fullyFundedDate":1756089352941,"projectUrl":"project/first-grade-big-dreams-learning-through/9507487/","projectTitle":"First Grade Big Dreams: Learning Through Play, Friendship, and Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp795028_orig.jpg?crop=564,564,x1239,y1108&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1629833613143","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gina-lee"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_52","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":527,"numTeachers":56,"percentFrplEligible":64,"percentAsian":76,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":13,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"9.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":78.1,"schoolId":52,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about PS 130 Hernando De Soto on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"PS 130 Hernando De Soto","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/ps-130-hernando-desoto/52"}