{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 165 Edith K Bergtraum","outOfStateSupporters":31.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9392158,"projectId":9831416,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your donations to our classroom! Due to your generosity, my students were able to receive a new bean bag chair and 2 new high quality fidgets for our classroom's break area. The students absolutely love these items and use them each and every day.\r\n\r\nThe bean bag is a large, sturdy bean bag that will be used for years to come! Students love to rest on it and read books on it. They also like to use it as a \"crash pad\" when they are having a big feeling. Having a comfy, sturdy bean bag where they can rest and regulate helps meet their sensory and social-emotional needs. \r\n\r\nThe children also love the new fidgets! I often see them sitting on the bean bag chair and admiring the glitter falling in the rainbow fidget. We have been using the \"Watch it Roll\" fidget for whole class breathing and mindfulness breaks. It is a great tool and visual for teaching mindful breathing exercises!\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and support!","fullyFundedDate":1762266326568,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-calm-zen-zone-essentials-for-ki/9831416/","projectTitle":"Cozy & Calm - Zen Zone Essentials for Kindergarteners!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rebecca Gorovoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9392158_orig.png?crop=690,690,x0,y289&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723219798792","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rebecca-gorovoy"},{"teacherId":9392158,"projectId":9441122,"letterContent":"Thank you again for donating to our classroom! Your generous donations made it possible for my students to receive toys that are aligned with our social studies and science curricula. These toys have given my kindergarten special education students access to so many meaningful, play-based learning opportunities!\r\n\r\nI will never forget how my students' eyes went wide when they saw our new \"creativity corner\" materials. The \"creativity corner\" is one of the literacy stations that my students can visit each day. The goal of this station is to provide opportunities for dramatic play that are aligned with our current unit of study. My students were particularly excited about the large Fisher-Price school bus, which complemented our \"Curious About Kindergarten\" unit. Students were able to use the bus and the Fisher-Price schoolhouse I paired it with to act out different school scenarios that we discussed during the unit. They were also able to connect to their own personal experiences with school and the school bus. This play-based learning experience allowed them to build both their vocabulary and their social skills! They were equally excited about the community helper dolls and places, which is the unit that we are currently working on. I love listening in on their conversations as they ask each other who the helpers are, what they do, and where the work. Several of my students are working to improve their conversation skills, so these learning experiences are very valuable for them! It is such an engaging way for them to practice these important social studies concepts. I am so excited to introduce the other materials as we begin future units of study.\r\n\r\nThese toys that teach are also amazing props for read-aloud lessons. I paired the school bus toy with a read-aloud of the book \"School Bus\" by Donald Crews. We used the toy school bus and the little people dolls to act out the story! It was a highly engaging lesson that all of my students participated in, even the ones who can be a bit reluctant to join the group!\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping me bring the joy and power of play-based learning to my kindergarteners! All 5-year-olds should have the chance to learn through play, and you have made this possible! We are so grateful and plan to use these resources for years to come!","fullyFundedDate":1762266255460,"projectUrl":"project/toys-that-teach-play-based-sciencesoci/9441122/","projectTitle":"Toys That Teach: Play-Based Science/Social Studies For Kindergarten Special Education","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rebecca Gorovoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9392158_orig.png?crop=690,690,x0,y289&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723219798792","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rebecca-gorovoy"},{"teacherId":558,"projectId":9517226,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations to make this project a reality.\r\nStudents enjoy gathering their thoughts and ideas about what they are reading on a daily basis.\r\nThey also share what they have read with others. They offer recommendations to their fellow readers based on what they have read. We have relaxing Fridays where students can share their book annotations with one another. Sometimes they pay a visit to the classroom library to show the physical contents of the book they are recommending to their fellow readers.\r\nThese books foster a love of reading in my students.\r\nThank you again for your thoughtfulness, but most importantly, your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1758898837728,"projectUrl":"project/what-have-you-read-today/9517226/","projectTitle":"What Have You Read Today?","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp558_orig.jpg?crop=2178,2178,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1611792990464","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rina-walter165"},{"teacherId":8926997,"projectId":9843965,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity this holiday season! As December has officially kicked off, I have introduced the plan to my students. Their comments and joy was overwhelming, especially when I read them the list of supplies! One student said, \"I just want to make the seniors happy this year\" and another said, \"I'm just so excited! Are we going to do this now!?\" \r\n Giving students the opportunity to give a gift to others empowers them to think about others perspectives, and how others are feeling during the holiday season. My students are not only grateful for your contributions, but they are eager to pay it forward and do a random act of kindness for others. \r\n This project was too costly to continue doing on my own, and your support has made it possible to bring joy to the students and the members of our community this season. Your kindness has become a memorable activity for the students that helps me address their needs, creativity, and joy!","fullyFundedDate":1761452690704,"projectUrl":"project/senior-center-snowman-donation/9843965/","projectTitle":"Senior Center Snowman Donation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jessica","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8926997"},{"teacherId":9392158,"projectId":9338536,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding these flexible seating options for my classroom! The bean bag chairs and floor seats have been a game-changer for my students, allowing them the flexibility to sit in ways that are comfortable for them.\r\n\r\nThe bean bag chairs are used in our classroom break areas. Students are eager to use these chairs when they need a moment to relax, regroup, or recharge. Having a comfy place to rest is a crucial support that helps them self-regulate and cope with the big feelings that kindergarteners often experience.\r\n\r\nThe floor seats are used during our carpet times. Students who need them are assigned a floor seat to sit in. The floor seats allow them to move their bodies and fidget in a way that is safe and conducive to learning. The back-and-forth motion gives them the input that they need to focus on the lesson, without disrupting the rest of the class!\r\n\r\nThese flexible seating chairs are adored and appreciated by my current class and will continue to be loved for years to come!","fullyFundedDate":1750774619275,"projectUrl":"project/move-learn-flexible-seating-for-spec/9338536/","projectTitle":"Move + Learn - Flexible Seating For Special Education Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rebecca Gorovoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9392158_orig.png?crop=690,690,x0,y289&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723219798792","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rebecca-gorovoy"},{"teacherId":1998615,"projectId":9747285,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for choosing to support our classroom. The materials you helped to provide our classroom has already made a great impact!. We have something called First Fridays where we invite families to watch a lesson and participate in their child's learning. We were able to use the materials to do a project with our families and students and parents all had an amzing time! We will continue to do my projects and use the rest of the materials in our classroom for centers and projects throughout the year. Thank you all again!","fullyFundedDate":1758835756689,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-basics/9747285/","projectTitle":"Back to Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ng","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1998615_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1459454359029","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/vng4"},{"teacherId":495812,"projectId":9347290,"letterContent":"The materials you have graciously donated to our class room is already having a huge impact on my students. The fidget bundle materials are in our calm area. Whenever the kids have a big feeling they love to pop the pop-its to relax. Also, the rainbow slug is a bit hit and very soothing. The calm strips that were included are also very helpful. I have placed one on each student's desk so when they feel dis-regulated they can gently touch the calm strip to come back down to a peaceful state. \r\n\r\nWe are still waiting for the fish tank to be delivered, but the kids are anxiously waiting its arrival so we can bring our class pet in. To prepare we have discussed the responsibilities of having a pet and how to be kind and respectful to it in its home. The kids are also voting on a name. I know this will be such a beautiful part of our classroom community, not just for the joy of our fish friend, but to teach the kids responsibility and respect for animals. We can't thank you enough!","fullyFundedDate":1750811278481,"projectUrl":"project/peaceful-possibilities-in-second-grade/9347290/","projectTitle":"Peaceful Possibilities in Second Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Flynn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp495812_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725739095552","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/495812"},{"teacherId":1998615,"projectId":9189890,"letterContent":"Thank your for supporting our classroom and our love for reading. I think that one of the best ways to encourage students to read is by introducing them to great book series, that way once they finish one book, they can move on the next book in the series. I think this really fosters a love for reading when a child find a series that they love and keep coming back to. With your donations we have a wide variety of book series that will hopefully captures my students inquistives minds and build their love for reading daily!","fullyFundedDate":1746526229459,"projectUrl":"project/we-need-more-books/9189890/","projectTitle":"We Need More Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ng","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1998615_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1459454359029","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/vng4"},{"teacherId":9392158,"projectId":9105811,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding this project for my students! The fidgets and sensory tools that we received have been wonderful supports for my students. Each tool plays an important role in our room, whether it is used by individual students or the whole class. \r\n\r\nThe mindful mazes are part of our break areas. My students love to run their fingers along the grooves in the mazes when they are feeling tired or frustrated! The cat squishes, fidget spinners, fidget snakes, and pop its play 2 roles in our classroom. Some are used in the break area, and others are given to individual students during carpet time to help them stay calm and focused. The kinetic sand is used during sensory time as a fun way to help students regulate their bodies.\r\n\r\nThe breathing ball has transformed mindfulness practices in my classroom. We use it daily as a whole class to practice deep breathing. My students often ask to use the breathing ball when they are feeling sad or nervous. It is a great visual for them!\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity! Your kindness is helping my students feel calmer and happier at school!","fullyFundedDate":1746503563623,"projectUrl":"project/fidget-and-sensory-tools-for-special-edu/9105811/","projectTitle":"Fidget and Sensory Tools For Special Education Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rebecca Gorovoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9392158_orig.png?crop=690,690,x0,y289&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723219798792","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rebecca-gorovoy"},{"teacherId":558,"projectId":9234109,"letterContent":"Reading! A fundamental part of a student's life as they begin their academic journey.\r\nOnce they hit 4th grade, their genre expands and they can't get enough of the various one's that a 4th grade classroom has. This classroom can never get enough books in it.\r\nThis school year, students have expanded their wants to genres such as, but not limited to historical fiction, realistic fiction, endangered animals, other countries, and so many more to name.\r\nWe can't thank you enough for generously donating to this project to get this fabulous genres into our classroom library.\r\nWe truly appreciate it.","fullyFundedDate":1746529536858,"projectUrl":"project/books-a-bounding/9234109/","projectTitle":"Books a Bounding!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp558_orig.jpg?crop=2178,2178,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1611792990464","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rina-walter165"},{"teacherId":3479564,"projectId":9121959,"letterContent":"The world is a fast moving place and there are constant advancements. We try to stay cutting edge as we hold true to foundational skills. This is always challenging as technology can become either a necessary tool or a consuming distraction. Students are often. hesitant to write, as the process tends to be slow and appears to kids as more toil than fun. Pod casting has changed this perception and opened new doors for even the most hesitant writers.\r\n\r\nPod casting as allowed them to perform their writing in a new way. We spent time listening to pod casts and identifying the qualities of a good pod cast. The pod casts are interesting, sound knowledgeable, are engaging, personable and have a clear audience in mind. This allowed the students to create goals for their writing and a purpose. It allowed them to understand sthe need for writing and that it is more than an arduous task, it is a form of communication that is necessary in many different medias. \r\n\r\nKids often aspire to be TikTokers, You Tubers and other related social media stars. The inclusion of pod casting into our learning has shown that behind the scenes, there are content creators and that these content creators are writers. They have learned to use this platform to communicate learning, express their opinions, entertain with their creativity and most importantly, develop an interest in the art of communication,\r\n\r\nThank you for your generosity and support. Hopefully one day, we will be listening to one of the students pod casts .","fullyFundedDate":1740339570897,"projectUrl":"project/stem-supports-creative-thinking-and-desi/9121959/","projectTitle":"STEM Supports Creative Thinking and Design","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. D'Agostino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3479564_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1551203824313","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3479564"},{"teacherId":495812,"projectId":9235564,"letterContent":"The joy on my student's faces when the books arrived was indescribable! They were running to our classroom library to read the books. I have a few students who are very passionate about fantasy and Greek mythology, they immediately grabbed a Harry Potter and Percy Jackson book. Then they nestled into the scoop rockers to read. Some of my more reluctant readers couldn't wait to read Dogman and Captain Underpants. The boys in my class were so inspired by Diary of a Wimpy Kid that they are trying to write their own book series in the same style.\r\n\r\nWith the challenges of following a scripted literacy curriculum in NYC there is very little room for kids to read books that truly interest them. I try and go above and beyond to make independent reading time and fun reading time so the kids can just enjoy getting lost in a book instead of having to explain the main idea and find text evidence. Thank you for making my kids excited to read and build a life long love of imagination and reading for joy.","fullyFundedDate":1746666080567,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-love-of-reading/9235564/","projectTitle":"Building a Love of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Flynn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp495812_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725739095552","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/495812"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_928","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":605,"numTeachers":89,"percentFrplEligible":73,"percentAsian":46,"percentBlack":14,"percentWhite":8,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":27,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"6.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":68.3,"schoolId":928,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about PS 165 Edith K Bergtraum on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"PS 165 Edith K Bergtraum","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/ps-165-edith-k-bergtraum/928"}