{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 18 John G Whittier","outOfStateSupporters":49.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8504609,"projectId":9911278,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Snack Support for Our Classroom Family.\" Your generosity has made a powerful difference in my classroom by helping ensure that every student has access to snacks when they need them. Having snacks available has allowed my students to stay focused, energized, and ready to learn throughout the day, especially during long instructional blocks.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nWhen students first realized that snacks were available for anyone who needed one, they felt cared for and supported. I've seen students who were once distracted or tired become more engaged, confident, and able to participate fully in lessons. Snacks have also helped build a strong sense of community in our classroom—students know this is a safe space where their needs matter.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, my classroom truly feels like a family. Students can focus on learning without worrying about hunger, and I can focus on teaching knowing they are supported. Your generosity has had an impact far beyond food—it has shown my students that people care about them and believe in their success. Thank you for helping us create a nurturing, supportive learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1763996104538,"projectUrl":"project/snack-support-for-our-classroom-family/9911278/","projectTitle":"Snack Support for Our Classroom Family","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shehabeldin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8504609_orig.png?crop=668,668,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662176632660","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8504609"},{"teacherId":8504609,"projectId":9432528,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Write It Anywhere! Fueling Flexible Learning With Dry Erase!\" Your generosity has had an immediate and meaningful impact on my classroom. These dry-erase materials have transformed the way my students learn by giving them the freedom to write, revise, and try again without fear. Whether they are solving math problems, brainstorming ideas, or practicing skills, students are now actively engaged and confident knowing mistakes are part of the learning process.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were beyond excited. They couldn't wait to use them and immediately asked when we could start learning with them. I watched even my most hesitant learners jump in, eager to participate. The ability to write anywhere has encouraged collaboration, quick check-ins for understanding, and hands-on learning moments that keep students focused and motivated.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my students are developing stronger problem-solving skills, taking academic risks, and building confidence every day. These tools will continue to be used across subjects as we explore new lessons and challenges together. Thank you for investing in my students and helping create a classroom where learning is flexible, engaging, and empowering. We are so grateful for you!","fullyFundedDate":1758898832287,"projectUrl":"project/write-it-anywhere-fueling-flexible-lear/9432528/","projectTitle":"Write It anywhere! Fueling Flexible Learning With Dry Erase!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shehabeldin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8504609_orig.png?crop=668,668,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662176632660","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8504609"},{"teacherId":4034433,"projectId":9829350,"letterContent":"My students love to use the new musical instruments and scarves. We use the eggs and tambourines to follow along to our favorite songs : Shaky Shaky Egg and The Tambourine Train. The colorful scarves are so fun to use as we dance along to our songs.\r\nWhen I started to hand out all the drums, eggs, and tambourines the students were jumping up and down with excitement! They were so happy with that they were each able to get their own instrument. Our Music and Movement area has become one of the classroom favorites!","fullyFundedDate":1760693560151,"projectUrl":"project/music-makes-us-move/9829350/","projectTitle":"Music Makes Us Move!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McPolin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4034433_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1532635019171","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/m-mcpolin"},{"teacherId":8504609,"projectId":9432622,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project, Laminated Learning: Making it Last in Color. Because of you, my students now have access to durable, reusable learning materials that they use every day across reading, writing, and foundational skills instruction. Laminated charts, reference cards, and practice tools have allowed us to reinforce key concepts repeatedly while keeping materials organized, colorful, and accessible for all learners.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nWhen students first began using the laminated resources, they were excited and highly engaged. They love being able to write, erase, and try again without fear of making mistakes. These materials have been especially impactful during small-group instruction and independent practice, helping students collaborate, problem-solve, and take ownership of their learning. I've seen increased confidence, focus, and willingness to practice challenging skills.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, these materials will continue to be used throughout the year for intervention groups, hands-on learning stations, and daily skill practice. Your generosity has helped create a more interactive, flexible, and supportive learning environment, and my students and I are truly grateful for your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1758899012091,"projectUrl":"project/laminated-learning-making-it-last-in-co/9432622/","projectTitle":"Laminated Learning: Making it Last in Color","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shehabeldin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8504609_orig.png?crop=668,668,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662176632660","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8504609"},{"teacherId":8504609,"projectId":9432654,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous support of our project, \"Colorful Classroom for Creative Minds.\" Because of you, my classroom has transformed into a vibrant, student-centered learning space where thinking is visible everywhere. The materials you provided allowed my students to create and interact with colorful anchor charts, reference tools, and visual reminders that support reading, writing, and math instruction every single day.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new materials, their excitement was immediate. They couldn't wait to help create charts, add examples, and refer back to them during lessons. These visuals have been especially powerful for my English Language Learners and struggling students, giving them constant access to vocabulary, strategies, and examples they can use independently. I've noticed students confidently pointing to charts during discussions, using academic language, and staying engaged longer because the learning feels accessible and meaningful.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, our next steps include continuing to build student-created charts, using the materials for small-group instruction, and encouraging students to take ownership of their learning environment. Your support has truly made a lasting impact on how my students learn, collaborate, and grow each day. We are incredibly grateful for your generosity and belief in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1758899142414,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-classroom-for-creative-minds/9432654/","projectTitle":"Colorful Classroom For Creative Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shehabeldin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8504609_orig.png?crop=668,668,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662176632660","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8504609"},{"teacherId":8304069,"projectId":9903008,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations. My class is so grateful for your generosity towards our classroom. These snacks help my students stay motivated throughout the school day and it is a good incentive for all of the students. A lot of my kids come in hungry every single day so this is also a way that we could cure and fight against hunger and our classroom environment. My students were so grateful when they saw all the snacks and treats that they receive due to your generous contributions to our classroom","fullyFundedDate":1763995225721,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-keep-us-motivated/9903008/","projectTitle":"Snacks Keep Us Motivated","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schwartz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8304069_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692296731964","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mssschwartz"},{"teacherId":3628833,"projectId":9744614,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting this musical project. We have been enjoying making music with the instruments! My littlest students are learning to listen and repeat patterns with the egg shakers. They are practicing keeping a beat. The children are also learning opposites like fast and slow, loud and quiet as they play with the eggs, rainstick and rhythm sticks.\r\n\r\nThe older students also enjoy making rhythmic patterns and music with them. They like to play a game where they have to repeat a pattern played by the person before them and add to it for the next student to repeat. It is challenging! It takes great listening and memory skills. \r\n\r\nThank you for the gift of music.","fullyFundedDate":1760693561440,"projectUrl":"project/the-beat-goes-on/9744614/","projectTitle":"The Beat Goes On","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hines","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3628833_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572809760457","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/j-hines"},{"teacherId":10055902,"projectId":9516180,"letterContent":"We are using the new dice, math games, and math manipulatives during small-group instruction and math centers to reinforce number sense, operations, and problem solving skills. These games have become a favorite way to practice math concepts while encouraging collaboration and strategic thinking. When the materials arrived the students were immediately excited! Many students couldn't wait to get started and were highly engaged from the very first roll of the dice. \r\n\r\nStudents are using math manipulatives during hands-on lessons to build number sense and strengthen problem solving skills. Using dice, counters, and game boards, students roll, count, compare, and model math concepts in an engaging and meaningful way. The manipulatives allow students to visualize their thinking and explain their strategies to peers while working collaboratively. This interactive approach has increased student engagement and confidence, making math both accessible and enjoyable as students learn through exploration and play.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving our donors a glimpse into our classroom and for making hands-on, joyful math learning possible!","fullyFundedDate":1755720486780,"projectUrl":"project/count-it-build-it-solve-it/9516180/","projectTitle":"Count It, Build It, Solve It","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Murphy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10055902_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750162992258","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10055902"},{"teacherId":3628833,"projectId":9761100,"letterContent":"Thank you for the generous donations to this project for food basics like rice, cereal, pancake mix, and peanut butter. The food came quickly! We were able to send the children home with bags of groceries to enjoy over Thanksgiving weekend! The families that received food expressed gratitude to all the donors. The children were most excited about the pancakes and macaroni and cheese. They look forward to preparing meals together. We appreciate your support of teachers, students, and families. When the family is uplifted, our children benefit and are better equipped to do well in school.","fullyFundedDate":1762874361094,"projectUrl":"project/support-in-a-snap-food-access/9761100/","projectTitle":"Support in a SNAP- Food Access","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hines","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3628833_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572809760457","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/j-hines"},{"teacherId":3628833,"projectId":9473514,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting this project. We love to recognize the children for acts of kindness and hard work. The children were so excited to be celebrated and to recieve little treats. Even today as many of the children engage in playing video games and being entertained by other electronics...they were most interested in Play-doh! \r\nThank you for bringing smiles to the little faces that are working so hard to do the right thing. You are making a difference in our learning space. We appreciate you.","fullyFundedDate":1761931560269,"projectUrl":"project/positive-behavior-rewards/9473514/","projectTitle":"Positive Behavior Rewards","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hines","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3628833_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572809760457","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/j-hines"},{"teacherId":8304069,"projectId":9419250,"letterContent":"Wow! Thank you so much for supporting this project. My students have been loving our social emotional resources that we receive for our classroom and we are having great discussions while using them. We are so appreciated for your generosity to our classroom environment. We are looking forward to continue working on our social emotional learning inside and outside of the classroom. My students were so amazed that your generosity Went towards them and their wants and needs. Once again, thank you so much.","fullyFundedDate":1758636720116,"projectUrl":"project/social-emotional-fun-friday/9419250/","projectTitle":"Social Emotional Fun Friday!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schwartz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8304069_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692296731964","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mssschwartz"},{"teacherId":10055902,"projectId":9412612,"letterContent":"I want to express my heartfelt thanks for your generous support and for providing our classroom with the new bulletin board paper, borders, and etc.. These resources have truly brightened our learning space and made a wonderful difference in how my students engage with their environment. When my students first saw the new materials, their faces lit up. They were so excited to help decorate and couldn't stop talking about how cheerful the classroom looked. The transformation has not only made our room more inviting but has also inspired creativity and collaboration among my students. Thank you again for your generosity and for helping us create a learning space that motivates and celebrates our students every day.","fullyFundedDate":1754504330922,"projectUrl":"project/fresh-look-fresh-learning-revamping-ou/9412612/","projectTitle":"Fresh Look, Fresh Learning: Revamping Our Bulletin Board!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Murphy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10055902_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750162992258","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10055902"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_1149","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":315,"numTeachers":52,"percentFrplEligible":94,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":39,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":50,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"6.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":50.3,"schoolId":1149,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about PS 18 John G Whittier on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"PS 18 John G Whittier","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/ps-18-john-g-whittier/1149"}