{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 169M Robert F Kennedy","outOfStateSupporters":38.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3742896,"projectId":9857107,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our students are actively engaging in basketball in ways that are meaningful, accessible, and—most importantly—fun. The new resources have allowed us to break down skills like shooting, passing, and dribbling into developmentally appropriate steps so every student can participate with confidence.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments came during a recent lesson where we introduced modified shooting stations. Some students were using lowered hoops and larger, lighter balls, while others practiced aiming at visual targets I wore on my shirt (yes—the \"basketball spider\" made an appearance!). One student who is typically nonverbal lit up after successfully getting the ball through the hoop with support. The entire class celebrated—it was one of those real, goosebumps moments that reminds you why inclusion matters.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, their reactions were immediate—excitement, curiosity, and a willingness to jump right in. For many, just having equipment that \"fits\" their needs made all the difference. Instead of hesitation, we saw confidence. Instead of frustration, we saw persistence.\r\n\r\nThese resources aren't just equipment—they're entry points.\r\n\r\nNext, we're building on these skills by incorporating small-sided games and peer collaboration activities. Students will begin applying what they've learned in structured gameplay, focusing on teamwork, communication, and decision-making. We're also integrating cross-curricular connections, including movement-based choice cards and social-emotional learning through our \"Kup of K.A.R.M.A.\" framework, reinforcing positive behaviors while they play.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped create a space where all students can experience success, joy, and growth through movement. Thank you for making that possible.","fullyFundedDate":1766770104698,"projectUrl":"project/hoop-there-it-is/9857107/","projectTitle":"Hoop? There it is!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. H.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3742896_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509388781741","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hambelj"},{"teacherId":3742896,"projectId":9546420,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students are now able to engage in physical education in ways that truly meet them where they are—and more importantly, help them discover what they can do.\r\n\r\nWe've been using the new resources during our adapted physical education lessons to build both movement skills and confidence. One powerful moment that stands out involved a student who is nonverbal and typically hesitant to participate. Using modified equipment and visual supports funded through this project, we broke down an overhand throwing activity into smaller, achievable steps. At first, the student simply held the ball and needed prompting—but within the same lesson, they were able to independently release the ball toward a target. The smile and excitement in that moment said everything.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their reactions were immediate—curiosity, excitement, and joy. Many of my students benefit from visual and hands-on learning, and having equipment that is accessible, colorful, and adaptable made them eager to participate right away. For some, just having equipment that \"fits\" their needs removed a barrier that had always been there.\r\n\r\nThese resources have allowed us to turn activities into meaningful learning experiences. Whether it's using hoops to simulate dribbling, adapting targets for success, or creating engaging movement stations, students are not only participating—they're progressing.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are continuing to build on these skills by incorporating the materials into structured skill progressions and small-group activities. Our next steps include expanding into partner-based activities and peer modeling, helping students apply their skills in more dynamic and social settings. We're also working on increasing independence, so students can initiate and complete movement tasks with less support over time.\r\n\r\nYour support didn't just provide equipment—it created opportunities, confidence, and moments of success that might not have been possible otherwise. Thank you for being part of our classroom and for helping my students shine.","fullyFundedDate":1757113432385,"projectUrl":"project/rebuilding-from-scratch-launching-a-pe/9546420/","projectTitle":"Rebuilding from Scratch: Launching a PE Program for All Students”","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. H.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3742896_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509388781741","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hambelj"},{"teacherId":9916388,"projectId":9954129,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the thoughtful donation! All of the supplies you sent have made the classroom feel much more organized. All our toys and supplies are in bins on our bookshelves. This has helped the classroom environment feel much calmer because all toys have a home and are no longer falling off the shelves. With the multicolor bins I organized our toys, sensory tools, and supplies. The students now know exactly what color bin to pull when it is time to play. Since these bins are opaque the students cannot see the toys and they are better able to focus during our lessons. We also now have bags that we can put all our puzzles in! Before pieces were falling out every time the puzzles fell from the shelves, but now with the bags we no longer have the fear of loosing a piece. Thank you again for helping organize our classroom and making it a better place to learn and play in!","fullyFundedDate":1766366145876,"projectUrl":"project/a-place-for-everything-learning-for-eve/9954129/","projectTitle":"A Place for Everything, Learning for Everyone","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Leigh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9916388_orig.png?crop=1170,1170,x0,y42&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758131564270","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9916388"},{"teacherId":9916388,"projectId":9694894,"letterContent":"Thank you for supper my self contained classroom. Everything you donated has helped create a more organized and calmer environment. We now have supplies needed to complete our work. Many of the students do not have motor skills needed for writing and the crayons and stamps have allowed me to modify the work so they are able to practice spelling and math. All the students love the sensory tools! The use of the slugs and drip timers give students something to play and look at while they are waiting for the rest of the class and help them calm their bodies when they are dysregulated. The sand timers also help calm down bodies when students are upset and give them a visual cue of how long they need to wait until they are ready to join the group.","fullyFundedDate":1765308802672,"projectUrl":"project/first-supplies-then-learning/9694894/","projectTitle":"First, Supplies - Then, Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Leigh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9916388_orig.png?crop=1170,1170,x0,y42&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758131564270","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9916388"},{"teacherId":8995231,"projectId":9710560,"letterContent":"When the cleaning supplies and laminating materials arrived, my students were immediately curious and excited to see all the new tools we could use in our classroom. I demonstrated how we could safely use the disinfecting wipes and paper towels to help keep our tables and shared spaces clean. The students were thrilled to help maintain a tidy learning environment they even took turns wiping down surfaces, which made them feel responsible and proud.\r\n\r\nThe laminator and laminating sheets opened up a world of possibilities for our learning materials. We were able to create durable flashcards, charts, and activity sheets that will last throughout the year. Students were amazed to watch the lamination process, and many asked if they could laminate their own creations. It turned a simple classroom tool into a fun and engaging project moment! Next, we plan to use the VELCRO dots to organize our learning centers and create interactive boards where students can match and move items during lessons. Thanks to your generosity, our classroom is not only cleaner and safer, but it's also more organized and hands on. Your support has already made a big difference, and we can't wait to see how these resources continue to enhance learning and student engagement every day.","fullyFundedDate":1769015608112,"projectUrl":"project/clean-bright-and-ready-to-learn/9710560/","projectTitle":"Clean, Bright, and Ready to Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Barnett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8995231"},{"teacherId":9916388,"projectId":9910333,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the thoughtful donation of sensory tools supplies! \r\n\r\nOnce a week we have a calming sensory time, where we shut off the overhead lights and use the calming light you bought for my classroom. We now have sensory options to choose from during this time and we are working on making a choice, understanding we might not get our first choice, and sticking to our choices. The students have enjoyed this 10 minutes in our day and they help calm and regulate our bodies. \r\n\r\nThe small tools have also been helpful to us. When students are finished with their work they are able to use a tool to keep them busy while waiting for their friends. This has lead to calmer classroom periods and allow everyone to be ready for our next lesson. Additionally, the sand timers have helped give the students a visual idea of a minute and can be used to help calm their bodies during tricky moments.","fullyFundedDate":1764787193427,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-supports-for-success/9910333/","projectTitle":"Sensory Supports for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Leigh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9916388_orig.png?crop=1170,1170,x0,y42&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758131564270","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9916388"},{"teacherId":10358704,"projectId":9940672,"letterContent":"This project has made an immediate and meaningful difference in our classroom. The cleaning supplies help us keep a safe, organized, and welcoming learning space, while the snacks ensure students can stay focused and energized throughout the day. One moment that stood out was during a small-group lesson—students were able to concentrate longer, collaborate more patiently, and take pride in cleaning up their work areas together afterward.\r\nWhen students first saw the supplies and snacks, they were genuinely excited and grateful. Many shared that having snacks helped them feel cared for and ready to learn. Because of your generosity, we're now able to move forward with hands-on lessons and group projects without worrying about distractions from hunger or an unclean environment. Our next steps include continuing collaborative activities where students practice responsibility, teamwork, and perseverance—skills that are strengthened every day thanks to your support.","fullyFundedDate":1765078186173,"projectUrl":"project/show-it-share-it/9940672/","projectTitle":"Show It! Share It!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mikaela Elvey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10358704_orig.jpg?crop=420,420,x0,y99&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764004688183","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10358704"},{"teacherId":10358704,"projectId":9912669,"letterContent":"This snack donation has made a meaningful difference in my classroom. When students have access to snacks, they are more focused, energized, and ready to learn. This allows them to better engage with classroom technology such as tablets, interactive lessons, and digital learning tools. Technology helps students practice skills at their own pace, receive immediate feedback, and stay actively involved in their learning throughout the day.\r\nThe most exciting part for students is knowing their needs are being cared for, which builds confidence and a positive classroom environment. Students who often struggled with attention or stamina have especially benefited, showing improved focus and participation during technology-based activities. With full bellies and supportive resources, students are better able to collaborate, stay on task, and experience success in their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1764682994228,"projectUrl":"project/project-cozy-corner/9912669/","projectTitle":"Project Cozy Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mikaela Elvey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10358704_orig.jpg?crop=420,420,x0,y99&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764004688183","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10358704"},{"teacherId":10349503,"projectId":9893566,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making my students' learning easier. Thanks to our brand-new classroom color printer, we have access to equipment that allows us to maintain momentum throughout the day.\r\n\r\nMy students love it; their work is now detailed, colorful, and bright, which helps them stay focused and inspired.\r\n\r\nThe printer is now a vital part of our classroom. Not only do my students see it as an important part of their daily routine, but their understanding of modern technology has expanded through this hands-on exposure.\r\n\r\nI enjoy seeing them take pride in caring for the equipment and using it with such great respect.","fullyFundedDate":1763580388363,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-learn-ela-and-math-with-a-color/9893566/","projectTitle":"Help Us Learn ELA and Math with a Color Printer","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Andy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/andy"},{"teacherId":9916388,"projectId":9726258,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing my class with snacks! We now have full tummies throughout the school day which allows us to focus on learning. There are also no more tears when it comes to snack time since we all have something to eat. Not only have you given us food, but provided us with opportunities to practice life skills. We are rotating through one snack a day and working through the feeling of disappointment when it isn't time for our favorite snack. We practice saying yes or no if we want a snack. Finally, we get to practice making choices when there is more than one option!","fullyFundedDate":1762874891558,"projectUrl":"project/snack-attack/9726258/","projectTitle":"Snack Attack","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Leigh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9916388_orig.png?crop=1170,1170,x0,y42&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758131564270","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9916388"},{"teacherId":10099542,"projectId":9716990,"letterContent":"We've already begun using the snacks and cleaning essentials every day, and they've made such a meaningful difference. Many of my students have specific food sensitivities, so having safe, reliable snacks helps them stay regulated and ready to learn. During a recent morning literacy block, several students who usually struggle to stay engaged participated for much longer simply because they had access to a preferred snack that kept them calm and focused.\r\nThe cleaning supplies help us maintain a safe, comfortable environment—something especially important for students with sensory needs. Knowing the space is clean helps them feel secure and ready to participate.\r\nMy students were so excited when they first saw the materials. Some recognized their favorite snacks immediately and smiled, vocalized, or clapped. Others used gestures or their communication devices to request items. Having snacks they know are safe brought them so much joy and comfort.\r\nNext, we're continuing to build independence, communication, and social skills. These snacks and supplies support structured communication activities where students practice requesting using verbal language, gestures, or AAC devices. They also help us maintain a sensory-friendly space for literacy, math, and life-skills lessons.\r\nOverall, these resources help create the steady, supportive environment our students need to thrive. Thank you so much for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1759868054259,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-suds-supporting-students-with/9716990/","projectTitle":"Snacks & Suds: Supporting Students with Care","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gutierrez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10099542_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755359251346","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10099542"},{"teacherId":9916388,"projectId":9851186,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the donation to my classroom! Since getting the Cricut we have made fun projects for Thanksgiving and the winter holidays. Since the machine cuts everything out I spend less time prepping and more time planning new and exciting activities for the class to complete. I am able able to make stickers now for phonics. My students are still learning how to write and they are not able to spell words. When completing phonics worksheets I have made stickers with our keywords for letter sounds that they are able to pick and stick on their sheets. \r\nThe laminating sheets and velcro have allowed me to continue to make individualized work for the students. We do centers throughout the day and I have made many different activities for reading, writing, and math that can be passed from one student to another. Each student also has a binder of just their IEP goals that they are working on filled with laminated sheets for them to complete until mastery. \r\nI cannot wait to continue to create fun new activities and crafts with the supplies you have provided to my classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1762021115874,"projectUrl":"project/making-learning-last-with-lamination-and/9851186/","projectTitle":"Making Learning Last with Lamination and Color","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Leigh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9916388_orig.png?crop=1170,1170,x0,y42&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758131564270","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9916388"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_7781","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":257,"numTeachers":64,"percentFrplEligible":94,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":39,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":2,"percentLatinx":53,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Not specified","studentTeacherRatio":"4.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":61.8,"schoolId":7781,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about PS 169M Robert F Kennedy on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"PS 169M Robert F Kennedy","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/ps-169-the-robert-f-kennedy-school/7781"}