{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 133 Queens","outOfStateSupporters":16.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":657057,"projectId":9694261,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Because of your kindness, my 2nd graders now have durable iPad cases that keep their devices safe. We no longer cringe if a iPad falls to the floor! Students can confidently use their iPads during centers, reading activities, and math practice without worrying about damaging them. The cases even come with a stand to prop the iPads upright!\r\n\r\nYour contribution truly helps our classroom run more smoothly and allows my students to focus on learning rather than limitations. We are so grateful for your support and for believing in the importance of providing young learners with the tools they need to succeed. Thank you for investing in our students' futures!","fullyFundedDate":1758567034764,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-our-classroom-ipads-safe-and-sou/9694261/","projectTitle":"Keeping Our Classroom iPads Safe and Sound","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reilly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp657057_orig.png?crop=494,494,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723508101894","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kennedy"},{"teacherId":10111077,"projectId":9686841,"letterContent":"Our students are already making great use of the new resources! They are now easily able to find and borrow books from our classroom library, which has become one of their favorite parts of the day. The new book bins and organized system have made it simple for them to explore different genres and discover new interests. It has been wonderful to see students taking ownership of their reading choices and spending more time immersed in books that truly excite them.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their reactions were priceless. Their faces lit up with excitement as they browsed through the new bins. Many students immediately began choosing books to read, and some even started recommending stories to one another. The energy and enthusiasm in the room were a true reflection of how much these resources mean to them.\r\n\r\nAs we continue our current literacy lessons, these new materials will play an important role in helping students strengthen their reading skills and foster a love for independent reading. These resources have already transformed our classroom into a more vibrant reading community, and we're excited to see our students continue to grow as confident, passionate readers.","fullyFundedDate":1757978092301,"projectUrl":"project/bins-that-build-bookworms/9686841/","projectTitle":"Bins that Build Bookworms!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cardarelli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10111077"},{"teacherId":10050882,"projectId":9407564,"letterContent":"This project has already made a big difference in my first-grade classroom. Having a printer allows me to quickly create and provide students with individualized practice sheets, learning games, and visual supports that meet their specific needs. My students are excited to see colorful materials that make lessons more engaging and easier to understand.\r\nThe social-emotional learning book has also been an amazing resource. We use it during our morning meetings and reading time to build empathy, confidence, and positive classroom community. I can already see students becoming more thoughtful and supportive of one another as we work through the lessons together.\r\nAs a first-year teacher, these resources have helped me feel more prepared and supported. Thanks to your generosity, my students are gaining confidence in their learning and growing not only academically, but also emotionally.","fullyFundedDate":1750166261937,"projectUrl":"project/printing-confidence-growing-hearts-in/9407564/","projectTitle":"Printing Confidence & Growing Hearts in 1st Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mejia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10050882"},{"teacherId":10071435,"projectId":9447378,"letterContent":"Our students at PS 133Q have been using their iPads in their new cases to access the simulations and typing lessons during STEM class. The headphones help us concentrate so that the sounds from our classmates iPads and laptops don't distract us. \r\nThe National Geographic books added to our STEM library to help us learn more about different animals .\r\n\r\nOur STEM room is up and running and getting stronger because of your generosity! The benefit to all students in kindergarten through 5th grade are visible.","fullyFundedDate":1752671578880,"projectUrl":"project/new-stem-lab-at-ps133q/9447378/","projectTitle":"New STEM Lab at PS133Q","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arcari","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10071435_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751812207552","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10071435"},{"teacherId":9754854,"projectId":9070419,"letterContent":"We cannot put into words how grateful our class is to have a new carpet and spot to learn each day. The children's faces lit up with excitement as they could have their own individual space on the carpet. They loved the vibrant colors and enormous size. It has changed the entire classroom environment and has been strengthening our learning each period of the day.\r\n\r\nOur classroom carpet is so important because it is enhancing the learning environment by providing comfort, and promoting safety for our students. It contributed to the beautification and organization of our classroom. In essence, our classroom carpet contributed to a more positive, comfortable, and safe learning environment, ultimately benefiting both our students and our teachers. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for all your support in making our wonderful class even better. Our class and I will forever be grateful for your donation. \r\nLove, Mrs. Arcuri & Mrs. Scarpulla","fullyFundedDate":1741015387990,"projectUrl":"project/a-superhero-spot-to-learn/9070419/","projectTitle":"A Superhero Spot to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Arcuri","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9754854"},{"teacherId":3749530,"projectId":9007958,"letterContent":"Thank you to all the donors who generously donated to the Ideal and Important iPad Covers project. Both my students and I would like to express our appreciation for your belief in the importance of this project. Thanks to you my students are using their iPads everyday safely in the classroom.\r\n\r\nMy goal was to keep my students safe while also protecting the glass on the iPad's surface. Our goal was achieved thanks to you. Now every day my students safely go onto their iPads, reading books, practicing their math skills and completing math centers. Also, on Fun Fridays my students get to use their iPads to create algorithms on Scratch Jr. and build on Minecraft Education. \r\n\r\nI am incredibly thankful for the impact you've made on their education.","fullyFundedDate":1737055627487,"projectUrl":"project/ideal-and-important-ipad-covers/9007958/","projectTitle":"Ideal and Important iPad Covers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Shenocker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3749530_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x41,y128&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736439602955","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3749530"},{"teacherId":9765638,"projectId":8803814,"letterContent":"Thank you for your gratitude and supporting PS 133's third grade class! In a technology driven world, it is important that our students become comfortable with using devices such as iPads in their daily learning. That being said, technology has become a big part of our daily routine. We use our iPads to collaborate with peers during math centers, take assessments, research, and create digital models in our science curriculum. \r\nWith our new iPad cases we are able to safely use our iPads and preserve them for the future third grade students at PS 133. 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