{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 163 Flushing Heights","outOfStateSupporters":31.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7077975,"projectId":9299634,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has been filled with excitement and new learning opportunities! The new resources have truly transformed the way my students engage with lessons.\r\n\r\nWe've been using the materials in our classroom. For example, during our recent project, my students used the materials to build models, explore new concepts, conduct experiments, or express their creativity]. Seeing their ideas come to life was amazing—their curiosity and teamwork really shined.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the students' faces lit up. They couldn't wait to unpack everything and start using it right away! Many of them said things like, *\"This is the best day ever!\"* and *\"I can't believe we get to use this at school!\"* Their enthusiasm reminded me how powerful your gift truly is. The resources you helped provide will continue to support their learning every day.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in our classroom and making such a meaningful difference. Your generosity doesn't just provide materials—it inspires confidence, creativity, and a love for learning in each of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1755539235998,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-supplies-for-year-round/9299634/","projectTitle":"Classroom Supplies for Year-Round","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7077975_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594332917819","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/chiahaolin"},{"teacherId":9614922,"projectId":9786830,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Your generosity has made a meaningful difference for my second graders, who are hardworking, curious, and eager to learn every day. Many of my students are English language learners and students with disabilities, and having the right tools in place helps them thrive both academically and socially.\r\n\r\nThanks to your donation, our classroom is now more organized, engaging, and student-centered. Baskets keep our materials neat and accessible, helping students take responsibility for their learning. Dry erase markers and sentence strips have turned reading, writing, and phonics practice into exciting, hands-on activities that every student can participate in. Manila folders and clips help me organize and celebrate student progress—each child now has a space to showcase their hard work and growth!\r\n\r\nThese materials have not only made our classroom run more smoothly but have also built a stronger sense of pride and independence in my students. Every child feels seen, capable, and ready to learn—and that's because of you. Thank you for believing in our classroom and helping create an environment where all students can succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1760105051414,"projectUrl":"project/2nd-grade-supplies-for-success/9786830/","projectTitle":"2nd Grade Supplies for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Luchan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9614922_orig.png?crop=496,496,x84,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722346873873","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9614922"},{"teacherId":9614922,"projectId":9766700,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Your generosity has made a tremendous difference for my students and me. Through Teachers Pay Teachers resources, I'm able to provide engaging, hands-on lessons every single day in both literacy and math. These materials help transform learning into something exciting and meaningful—whether students are exploring a new reading strategy, playing a math game, or working on a creative writing project.\r\n\r\nOne of our favorite recent activities was a Pumpkin Patch Problem Solving Project, where students designed their own pumpkins while solving math challenges. The bulletin board display turned into a joyful celebration of both creativity and learning! In addition, my students' individual needs are now more appropriately supported with math quick checks, vocabulary tools, and writing foundational resources that help each learner grow with confidence.\r\n\r\nMy second graders have a wide range of needs, including English language learners, students with disabilities, and advanced learners who love a challenge. Thanks to your kindness, I can meet each student exactly where they are with lessons that are tailored just for them. TPT resources give my students opportunities to learn in fun and accessible ways that build confidence and deepen understanding.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our classroom feels more dynamic, inclusive, and joyful. My students come in every day eager to learn—and I know that's because of the engaging materials your donation made possible. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for investing in our classroom and helping my students shine!","fullyFundedDate":1760104936055,"projectUrl":"project/ms-luchans-2nd-grade-wishlist-25-26/9766700/","projectTitle":"Ms. Luchan's 2nd Grade Wishlist 25-26","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Luchan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9614922_orig.png?crop=496,496,x84,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722346873873","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9614922"},{"teacherId":7956082,"projectId":9554722,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my DonorsChoose project, Supporting Communication, Building Confidence. Because of you, my students now have access to a variety of tools that are already making a big difference in our speech-language therapy sessions.\r\n\r\nOne of the most impactful additions has been the magnetic whiteboard. In our small therapy space, having a functional and interactive surface has been a game changer. I use it daily to model language, display visuals, and engage students in hands-on learning. The kids love moving magnetic letters and pictures around as they practice sounds, build words, and express their ideas. It is exciting to see their confidence grow!\r\n\r\nIn addition to the whiteboard, we also received anchor chart paper, which helps us create visual supports and posters together. The cleaning supplies you helped fund keep our shared space safe and welcoming for all students. Every item you made possible has added to the functionality, creativity, and comfort of our room, and most importantly, has supported meaningful communication growth.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has helped my young learners take important steps forward in finding their voices. Thank you for believing in them and in the power of communication.","fullyFundedDate":1755748009588,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-communication-building-confi/9554722/","projectTitle":"Supporting Communication, Building Confidence","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ferrara","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7956082_orig.png?crop=1216,1216,x58,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1630006930401","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7956082"},{"teacherId":9614922,"projectId":9402069,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! Because of your kindness, we were able to kick off the school year with engaging and meaningful activities like our \"Bee Kind\" project and \"Colorful Crew – All About Me.\" These lessons helped my second graders build connections, celebrate kindness, and share what makes them unique. It was such a joyful way to start the year, and it set a positive tone for a classroom community built on respect and inclusion.\r\n\r\nOur bulletin board is now bright, colorful, and filled with student work that celebrates their creativity and writing! The pride on their faces when they see their work displayed is priceless. Each piece tells a story of who they are and reminds them that their voices matter in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity and the Teachers Pay Teachers resources you helped provide, my students were able to engage in hands-on, personalized learning experiences that made the start of school truly special. You've helped create a warm and inspiring space where every child feels valued, capable, and excited to learn each day!","fullyFundedDate":1758898769263,"projectUrl":"project/ms-luchans-2nd-grade-wishlist-25-26/9402069/","projectTitle":"Ms. Luchan's 2nd Grade Wishlist 25-26","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Luchan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9614922_orig.png?crop=496,496,x84,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722346873873","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9614922"},{"teacherId":9614922,"projectId":9653374,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Your donation is already making such a meaningful difference in the daily lives of my students. The comfort pillows you've helped provide will give my students a cozy and calming space to regulate their emotions, refocus, and feel safe throughout the school day. For many of my students with social-emotional needs, having a dedicated place to recharge helps them return to learning with confidence and a sense of peace. My students are already using them daily in our cool down cozy corner!\r\n\r\nIn addition, the book buddy baggies will allow my students to bring books home each day—encouraging them to build strong reading habits and share their love of stories with their families. These baggies will help make reading a consistent part of their routines, supporting both literacy growth and a lifelong enjoyment of learning. My students already using them, and adore the cute design!\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students will have the tools they need to grow not just academically, but emotionally as well. You've helped create a classroom that nurtures the whole child—a space where every student feels seen, supported, and inspired to do their best. Thank you for being such an important part of their journey!","fullyFundedDate":1758898818960,"projectUrl":"project/2nd-grade-comfort-reading-wishlist/9653374/","projectTitle":"2nd Grade Comfort & Reading Wishlist","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Luchan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9614922_orig.png?crop=496,496,x84,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722346873873","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9614922"},{"teacherId":8023604,"projectId":9339333,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us replenish our classroom supplies! Because of your generosity, our shelves are now stocked with colorful construction paper, glue sticks, markers, tape, popsicle sticks, and more — everything we need to bring creativity to life.\r\nStudents will be using these materials to create storytelling posters that combine writing and art. They'll write short stories and design illustrations to accompany them — a perfect blend of literacy and creativity that your support has made possible.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in our classroom and helping my students dream, design, and create. Your kindness has truly made our learning space brighter and more inspiring.","fullyFundedDate":1749225679346,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-our-creativity/9339333/","projectTitle":"Fuel Our Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cynthia Lee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8023604"},{"teacherId":8023604,"projectId":9043027,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible support and for helping us stock our classroom with essential supplies like paper towels, Lysol wipes, tissue boxes, whiteboard cleaner, glue sticks, and student whiteboards. Your generosity has already made a noticeable difference in both our daily routines and the learning environment in our classroom.\r\n\r\nOne memorable moment was during a lesson on writing complete sentences. Students used their individual whiteboards to create silly, creative sentences using word prompts. They held up their boards to share with classmates, and the room was full of laughter, encouragement, and active participation. The whiteboards gave every student a voice, and even those who are usually more reserved felt comfortable joining in.\r\n\r\nThe cleaning supplies you provided — paper towels, Lysol wipes, and tissues — have also been a game-changer. They help us keep our classroom clean and healthy, especially during this busy season when sniffles are inevitable. It's reassuring to know we can maintain a hygienic environment thanks to your kindness.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, my students feel cared for and empowered. And that makes a world of difference in their learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1745513506156,"projectUrl":"project/replenishing-supplies-for-a-cozy-class/9043027/","projectTitle":"Replenishing Supplies for a Cozy Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cynthia Lee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8023604"},{"teacherId":7946647,"projectId":9396305,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous support of our project, \"Building Artists, One Supply at a Time!\" Because of your kindness and belief in the power of creativity, our classroom now has access to the art material we need to explore, imagine, and express ourselves in more meaningful and personal ways. \r\nWhen the supplies arrived, the excitement in our classroom was electric. The room buzzed with joy and ideas. I could see their imaginations light up right in front of me. \r\nThank you for choosing to support our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1749224373204,"projectUrl":"project/building-artists-one-supply-at-a-time/9396305/","projectTitle":"Building Artists, One Supply at a Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jung","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7946647"},{"teacherId":9614922,"projectId":9381075,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of a $100 Teachers Pay Teachers gift card! Your support means the world to me and my students. We use resources from TPT every day to bring our classroom lessons to life, and your gift will go a long way in helping me provide engaging, meaningful activities for all learners. From literacy activities to math support, TPT gives me the tools to meet each student right where they are—whether they're English Language Learners, Students with Disabilities, or general education learners.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, we were able to begin the year with a meaningful \"All About Me\" activity that the students absolutely loved! It was the perfect way to build community and let each child share about themselves. Their work now decorates our bulletin board, and it brings such joy and color to our classroom. In addition, we've completed a thoughtful \"Bee Kind\" activity where students reflected on ways to show kindness and strengthen our classroom community. We couldn't have done it without your support—these activities have already made a lasting impact in creating a positive, welcoming environment.\r\n\r\nYour generosity allows me to continue finding high-quality, engaging materials tailored to my students' needs and interests. They always get excited when we introduce a new activity, and with your support, I can keep our learning environment fresh, dynamic, and fun. Your kindness truly makes a difference in our classroom, and I am deeply grateful for your support. The activities and support truly put a smile on my students faces!","fullyFundedDate":1749179927454,"projectUrl":"project/2nd-grade-wishlist-nyc/9381075/","projectTitle":"2nd Grade Wishlist NYC","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Luchan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9614922_orig.png?crop=496,496,x84,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722346873873","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9614922"},{"teacherId":7946647,"projectId":9284921,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous contribution to our classroom project. Because of your support, my students and I now have access to the basic supplies we need to learn, grow, and thrive throughout the school year. \r\n\r\nWhat may seem like simple materials are, in reality, essential resources that have an incredible impact on daily learning. These supplies help create a structured, engaging, and productive learning environment where every student feels prepared and supported.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your support. It's through generous donors like you that classrooms like mine can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1746785371038,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-supplies/9284921/","projectTitle":"Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jung","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7946647"},{"teacherId":7946647,"projectId":9088180,"letterContent":"I am writing with deep gratitude to thank you for your generous support of my classroom technology project. Because of your kindness and willingness to invest in education, I am now the proud recipient of a brand-new MacBook, a tool that will dramatically enhance my teaching, creativity, and ability to serve my students.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has not only provided a piece of technology, it has also provided opportunity. As a teacher, I strive every day to create engaging, dynamic learning experiences that meet the diverse needs of my students. The MacBook is allowing me to do just that with a higher level of quality, speed, and innovation. From designing interactive lesson plans to editing educational videos, recording instructional content, and managing virtual classroom tools, this MacBook is already becoming an essential part of my teaching toolkit.\r\n\r\nOne of the first things I've used the MacBook for is creating multimedia presentations and interactive lessons. These resources are helping me reach students who benefit from visual and auditory learning methods. I've also started incorporating new apps for student engagement and assessment that are only fully supported on macOS.\r\n\r\nYour support is a reminder that we are not alone in our efforts to educate and uplift young minds. It means so much to know there are people who care deeply about the future of education and are willing to contribute to meaningful change.\r\n\r\nPlease know that your donation has had a real and immediate impact. Every day, my students benefit from your generosity. Every lesson I teach using this MacBook is a reflection of your commitment to education. 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