{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 142 Amalia Castro","outOfStateSupporters":38.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6649560,"projectId":9953263,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your generosity and support of my classroom. My students were so excited when they first saw all of the new materials. They immediately noticed the different shades and colors of paper and even wanted to help organize everything on the shelves by color. Their excitement and curiosity made the classroom feel even more welcoming and creative.\r\n\r\nWe have been using the kinetic sand in many ways to support emergent writing skills. Students enjoy tracing letters in the sand and exploring the different textures while learning. We have also used it for fun scavenger hunts by hiding letters inside and having students find them and identify the letter sounds. The paper has become a daily part of our classroom as well. Students use it for ripping and creating art collages, making signs, practicing writing, and displaying their artwork around the room. One special moment that stood out was when the students began pretending to play \"school\" and asked for paper so they could create signs and post their own work just like their teachers do.\r\n\r\nAs we continue learning, our next steps are to have students practice tracing and writing their full names in the kinetic sand to strengthen their fine motor and writing skills. We are also excited to begin creating graduation artwork that will be displayed for families. Your kindness has truly made a difference in our classroom and has helped provide meaningful, hands-on learning experiences for our students each day.","fullyFundedDate":1776446102634,"projectUrl":"project/we-will-we-will-build-fine-motor-skill/9953263/","projectTitle":"We Will, We Will… Build Fine Motor Skills!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Levene","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6649560_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598932411537","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6649560"},{"teacherId":3036391,"projectId":10251037,"letterContent":"Thank you for giving my students new sensory materials. I can't wait to create a new obstacle course that will help them with motor planning and executive functioning. These skills will be key to their academic success for now and years to come. In addition, we are thrilled to have a new body sock so we can throw away our old one full of holes. Finally, we have already put our headphones to good use on our recent fire drill and field trip. We lost a few pairs this year and like to ensure that each student has access to a pair of headphones, if needed, throughout the day. We appreciate your generosity and can't wait to see the impact our new supplies have.","fullyFundedDate":1778801022651,"projectUrl":"project/excellent-sensory-and-executive-function/10251037/","projectTitle":"Excellent Sensory and Executive Functioning Tools!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Marissa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3036391_orig.jpg?crop=1532,1532,x1923,y760&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1596590282058","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3036391"},{"teacherId":3036391,"projectId":10214835,"letterContent":"Thank you for ensuring that my students have clean safe drinking water. Hydration is very important to help my learners focus. I am thankful to have access to clean drinking water so my students can independently stay hydrated. It ensures that students can remain in the class and not going to the hallway to get water throughout the day, missing out on learning. With so much lead in the pipes in our school, it gives me peace of mind to know that the water my students are drinking is safe. In addition, it cuts down on students drinking juice and other sugary drinks.","fullyFundedDate":1778801780063,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-hydration/10214835/","projectTitle":"Healthy Hydration","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Marissa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3036391_orig.jpg?crop=1532,1532,x1923,y760&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1596590282058","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3036391"},{"teacherId":3036391,"projectId":10214861,"letterContent":"I can't even begin to share with you the joy that the cameras have brought to my students. They love having the autonomy to take photos on field trips of the objects that they are observing and want to remember or share in the future. The thing I love most about the photos is my student's ability to share the cameras amongst each other. We have not had any fighting or arguing over the cameras. In fact, students communicate clearly and express their want for a turn. At times, I have been able to step back from coordinating who has the camera and let it naturally flow around the class. It is beautiful to see! We look forward to doing more work around how to capture a good photograph, but some students are already showing a natural ability toward this medium. Perhaps at the end of the year, we will even have. gallery walk to share some of the photos our students have taken.","fullyFundedDate":1777905051309,"projectUrl":"project/digital-camera-for-field-trip-fun/10214861/","projectTitle":"Digital Camera for Field Trip Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Marissa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3036391_orig.jpg?crop=1532,1532,x1923,y760&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1596590282058","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3036391"},{"teacherId":4896923,"projectId":10130244,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in funding our classroom project. The new shelves have arrived in our Pre-K classroom, and they have completely transformed a couple of our learning centers.\r\n\r\nIn our Science Lab, the new shelf has made the area look much neater and more inviting. Before, our STEM materials and magnifying tools were crowded together. Now, our students have plenty of space to spread out their materials, allowing them to fully investigate, explore, and build during center time.\r\n\r\nThe second shelf has found a perfect home in our Art Center. It has become our dedicated home for Play-Doh tools and toys. By moving these materials to their own special spot, our main art shelf is much tidier. This organization has opened up valuable space for us to introduce exciting new art materials, including a variety of recycled objects for creative crafting.\r\n\r\nAnd not to be overlooked, our new paper shelf provides organization to different colors and types of paper, making art so much easier for our little ones to jump into.\r\n\r\nYour support has not only brought physical organization to our room but has also sparked new curiosity and creativity in our young learners. Thank you for investing in our classroom and making a direct impact on our daily learning.","fullyFundedDate":1774963855441,"projectUrl":"project/shelving-needed-for-pre-k-learning-tools/10130244/","projectTitle":"Shelving Needed for Pre-K Learning Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Melissa Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4896923_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509655953382","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4896923"},{"teacherId":9850758,"projectId":10218280,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Yummy Snacks for Full Bellies and Focused Minds.\" My students were so excited when the snacks arrived, and they will made a big difference in our classroom. The snacks help students stay focused, energized, and ready to learn throughout the day.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped create a more comfortable and supportive learning environment for my fifth graders, especially during long lessons and activities. Thank you for caring about my students and helping them succeed each day!","fullyFundedDate":1778854239805,"projectUrl":"project/yummy-snacks-for-full-bellies-and-focuse/10218280/","projectTitle":"Yummy Snacks for Full Bellies and Focused Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Starck","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9850758_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733918006889","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9850758"},{"teacherId":4896923,"projectId":10128793,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the two new rectangle tables for our Science Center. These tables are a massive upgrade for our classroom. Until now, our students have had to work on old, cracked, and wobbly tables. Your generosity has transformed our learning space into a stable and inviting center. These tables are part of the heart of our classroom, serving as a sturdy base for our science explorations and a clean, reliable spot for students to enjoy their lunch and snacks. \r\n\r\nMy students were so excited to see the \"shiny new tables\" and couldn't wait to start using them. Thank you for investing in our classroom and providing my students with the high-quality furniture they deserve. Your support truly makes a difference in their daily school experience.","fullyFundedDate":1774963833336,"projectUrl":"project/tables-are-essential/10128793/","projectTitle":"Tables are Essential!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Melissa Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4896923_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509655953382","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4896923"},{"teacherId":6899409,"projectId":10002333,"letterContent":"Thank you for your Donations. Because of your generosity, I was able to expand my bilingual library by adding fun and engaging books for my emerging readers. As an English as a new language teacher, my experience has taught me that it is important for students to continue reading in their home language. The stronger a student's home language is, the easier it is for them to learn a second language because they already have a strong foundation. \r\nNot only do these books help my current students, they will continue to be used for years and years. So thank you for helping me fill my bookshelves!","fullyFundedDate":1773856547302,"projectUrl":"project/ms-libros-please/10002333/","projectTitle":"Más Libros, Please!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6899409_orig.png?crop=854,854,x0,y74&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720525909934","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-sonia"},{"teacherId":4896923,"projectId":10130246,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing a breath of fresh air into our urban classroom. Living and learning in the city means we don't always have easy access to nature. In our room, the windows are high up and currently look out onto construction scaffolding, which can make the space feel a bit gray and closed off.\r\n\r\nThe arrival of these beautiful plants and trees has completely transformed our environment. They are so realistic. The children love exploring the different textures. This hands-on interaction has sparked a wave of scientific curiosity and creativity, and inspired our young learners to draw, paint and sculpt the plants.\r\n\r\nWe have also received countless compliments from other teachers and staff members who notice the immediate sense of calm and beauty when they walk through our door. \r\nYour generosity has turned a windowless view of metal bars into a green space. We are so grateful for your support in making our classroom a more vibrant place to grow and learn.","fullyFundedDate":1774963828053,"projectUrl":"project/bring-some-nature-into-our-concrete-clas/10130246/","projectTitle":"Bring Some Nature Into Our Concrete Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Melissa Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4896923_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509655953382","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4896923"},{"teacherId":6899409,"projectId":10061047,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping make this project a reality. Your donations helped me purchase boxing gloves, hand wraps and other essential equipment so we can start our afterschool boxing club. \r\nMy 4th and 5th graders were so excited and happy when I told them the news. They were eager to learn how to correctly use the gear and to get started. Usually these students are a little wiggly and silly but I have noticed a complete change in their behavior. \r\nMy 4th grade boys have become better listeners which has transferred to their regular class. I have also noticed that they are using the breathing techniques I taught them when they get frustrated or upset. Even their classroom teachers have pointed out these small changes. \r\n\r\nThank you all for your help. I can't wait to continue this club next season year!","fullyFundedDate":1770768541420,"projectUrl":"project/resilient-minds-boxing-club/10061047/","projectTitle":"Resilient Minds Boxing Club","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6899409_orig.png?crop=854,854,x0,y74&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720525909934","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-sonia"},{"teacherId":6899409,"projectId":9961161,"letterContent":"Thank you for making my vision a reality! With your help I was able to create a fun after school boxing club for my students. Your donations helped me purchase a speed ladder that students use to practice their footwork. I was also able to get jump ropes and a small punching bag that the students will be able to use to improve their movements. \r\n\r\nWe've only started this boxing club a few weeks ago and I already see a major improvement in my students confidence. I have had many parents tell me how excited and happy there kids are when they talk about my club. I can't wait to see how much they improve and grow by the end of our club!\r\n\r\nThank you for all your help!","fullyFundedDate":1771010161710,"projectUrl":"project/resilient-minds-boxing-club-pt2/9961161/","projectTitle":"Resilient Minds Boxing Club Pt.2","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6899409_orig.png?crop=854,854,x0,y74&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720525909934","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-sonia"},{"teacherId":4896923,"projectId":9894475,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation that helped us get a water filter and a humidifier for our classroom. These are materials that most people don't think are needed in a classroom but they really should be in every classroom. Most school buildings are old, with pipes that are old, and goodness knows what is flowing through them. But we are not just teachers, we are also moms, and so we think about the little things that have an impact on not just the academic development of our students, but also their physical, mental, and emotional needs. And this project addressed their very basic physical needs: water; to drink and to humidify our air. And yes, we even filter the water that we put into the humidifier. \r\n\r\nWe feel so very comforted in knowing that our students are able to stay hydrated safely under our care and keep their skin and nasal passages hydrated with the humidifier. The steam coming out of it has even become part of impromptu science discussions. Thank you for making this all possible!","fullyFundedDate":1772550421439,"projectUrl":"project/clean-hydration-for-our-young-brains/9894475/","projectTitle":"Clean Hydration for Our Young Brains","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Melissa Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4896923_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509655953382","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4896923"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_29","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":367,"numTeachers":35,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":16,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":77,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":1,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"10.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":61.3,"schoolId":29,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about PS 142 Amalia Castro on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"PS 142 Amalia Castro","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/ps-142-amalia-castro/29"}