{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 196","outOfStateSupporters":37.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7999169,"projectId":9511211,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the math resources! The fraction cards and dice helped make math fun. Students practice the skills we are learning through games. The double sided mats help students organize math concepts and make it easier to track information. Your generosity helps make learning math fun and accessible to all. The students are constantly asking to play math fraction games. I have noticed as a result of the hands on activities many are more eager and excited about math. The multiplication fraction cards helps students visually see the parts being multiplied and supports all learners.","fullyFundedDate":1762267462001,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-math/9511211/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Math","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Andreassi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7999169_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759190798897","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7999169"},{"teacherId":6771544,"projectId":9568693,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating the computers to my kindergarten students. We are very thankful for your kindness and generosity. The computers will help us learn new things, practice reading and math, and explore fun educational programs. We are excited to use them in our classroom and take good care of them.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, we can learn in new and exciting ways. The computers will help us work together, build our skills, and feel more confident as learners. They give us opportunities we did not have before.\r\n\r\nThank you for thinking of my students and supporting their education. Your generosity means a lot to me and my students. We truly appreciate your support and will remember your kindness every time we use the computers.","fullyFundedDate":1760553977581,"projectUrl":"project/ready-for-online-learning/9568693/","projectTitle":"Ready for Online Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Thomas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6771544_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1626530885381","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6771544"},{"teacherId":6998164,"projectId":9666674,"letterContent":"Students spend a lot of time on an IPad or on the computer. Also while having 24 or more Students in the classroom it can get loud. Using headphones allows students to focus on either their test or on their work. \r\n\r\nI have tried to have everyone on their devices without headphones and it was an absolute fail. The overload of sounds in the room was overwhelming.\r\n\r\nReceiving these headphones as a donation has been amazing. My students are able to concentrate and do their very best. So thank you again.","fullyFundedDate":1758202636970,"projectUrl":"project/hear-ye-hear-ye-class-set-of-headphone/9666674/","projectTitle":"Hear Ye, Hear Ye, Class Set of Headphones","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moody","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6998164_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722883198299","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-d-moody"},{"teacherId":6998164,"projectId":9789325,"letterContent":"Being creative with students and their learning has been essential. Nowadays students are always on screens so I wanted to bring back non-screen options.\r\n\r\nHaving these reading learning games has taught my students so much. For one it has taught them how to use their hands to learn. Also being able to work together and play a game.\r\n\r\nUsing matching games or even a sentence making game makes learning fun. I jave heard so many giggles and smile while they venture through these games. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for helping.","fullyFundedDate":1763672597679,"projectUrl":"project/reading-games/9789325/","projectTitle":"Reading Games","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moody","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6998164_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722883198299","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-d-moody"},{"teacherId":6998164,"projectId":9393847,"letterContent":"Pencils, paper, crayons, everything that is used in the classroom is always essential. Being able to give my students the opportunity to have supplies readily available has been so helpful. \r\n\r\nMost of my students are either in shelters or are low income. Being able to provide these basic classroom essentials without asking parents has been rewarding.\r\nAlso my students lose so many things. Being able to give them pouches to put their stuff in like pencils has been a big hit in my classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for donating to my classroom","fullyFundedDate":1758202664313,"projectUrl":"project/pencils-and-pouches-oh-my/9393847/","projectTitle":"Pencils and Pouches, Oh My!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moody","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6998164_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722883198299","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-d-moody"},{"teacherId":6998164,"projectId":9666620,"letterContent":"Pencils, paper, crayons, everything that is used in the classroom is always essential. Being able to give my students the opportunity to have supplies readily available has been so helpful. \r\n\r\nMost of my students are either in shelters or are low income. Being able to provide these basic classroom essentials without asking parents has been rewarding.\r\n\r\nThe students are always running out of the essential things especially pencils. So now when they ask for pencils or any other supplies I do not have to try and save them.","fullyFundedDate":1758202781008,"projectUrl":"project/hello-supplies/9666620/","projectTitle":"Hello Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moody","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6998164_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722883198299","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-d-moody"},{"teacherId":1836743,"projectId":9584907,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation to my classroom. The cozy corner has been a huge help for all of my students. Your donation allowed me to create a safe and comforting space that my students can retreat to when they feel overwhelmed.\r\n\r\nThe students have enjoyed using all of the materials in our cozy corner. They enjoy reading the books that teach them more about their feelings. The students also enjoy using the calming toys. Soon, the students will also have time to write their feelings in a journal while they are in the cozy corner. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your kind donation.","fullyFundedDate":1760553977514,"projectUrl":"project/a-cozy-corner/9584907/","projectTitle":"A Cozy Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Guimaraes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1836743"},{"teacherId":5057399,"projectId":9590370,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to the creation of our Piano Lab. 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Students are able to practice in a noise free environment.\r\n\r\nUsing Music Centers are so much easier because the piano and guitar center is silent, and the other centers are able to work on different projects.\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you again for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1758899208358,"projectUrl":"project/keys-to-success-building-our-piano-lab/9590370/","projectTitle":"Keys to Success: Building Our Piano Lab","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stanley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5057399_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y501&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757039224982","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5057399"},{"teacherId":10224273,"projectId":9651018,"letterContent":"The impact of the visual materials have been huge on my learners. Students have been super excited about the games I have made and the pictures and graphic notation we have been using. Learners of all reading and development levels have been using the materials without any issue. Everyone is engaged and having fun. \r\nIt is truly amazing what one can do with simple materials such a good printer and a laminator.\r\nThank you again for your support. You truly made an impact in the learning journey of these children.","fullyFundedDate":1758898944271,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-visual-learners/9651018/","projectTitle":"Supporting Visual Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. K","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10224273_orig.jpg?crop=1618,1618,x33,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756852040809","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10224273"},{"teacherId":8029734,"projectId":9739696,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for your generous support of my project, \"Help Me Create an Engaging Learning Environment for My Students.\" Thanks to your kindness and the donation of a color printer, I have been able to transform my classroom into a vibrant and stimulating space that truly engages my students.\r\n\r\nWith the color printer, I have created colorful centers and learning stations that captivate my students' attention and make learning more interactive and enjoyable. These colorful materials not only enhance visual appeal but also support diverse learning styles, helping my students stay motivated and enthusiastic about their education.\r\n\r\nYour support has made a meaningful difference in my classroom, and I am excited to see how these new resources inspire my students to learn, explore, and grow. Thank you for investing in their education and for believing in the power of a dynamic learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1758899017696,"projectUrl":"project/help-me-create-an-engaging-learning-envi/9739696/","projectTitle":"Help Me Create an Engaging Learning Environment for My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Torbio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8029734_orig.jpg?crop=1200,1200,x0,y200&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1630281087186","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8029734"},{"teacherId":7012292,"projectId":9451721,"letterContent":"Thank you so much, your support will have a lasting and meaningful impact on my students. Because of your generosity, we were able to launch our classroom store and provide students with hands-on learning experiences that built confidence, responsibility, and independence. Students practiced real-world skills such as budgeting, teamwork, problem-solving, and financial literacy while taking pride in running a store that served their classmates. The items funded through this project allowed every student to participate in a fun, motivating system that rewarded effort and encouraged positive behavior. Most importantly, your contribution helped create an engaging learning environment where students felt empowered, valued, and excited to learn. Thank you for making this project possible and for positively shaping their growth.","fullyFundedDate":1755521839642,"projectUrl":"project/brain-bucks-boutique-the-class-store-whe/9451721/","projectTitle":"Brain Bucks Boutique-The Class Store Where Effort Pays Off","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7012292_orig.jpg?crop=270,270,x162,y10&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1596842695761","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7012292"},{"teacherId":7012292,"projectId":9201691,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students now have access to small group learning stations that meet their individual needs. Your donation helps create a learning environment where students can explore, take risks, and build confidence at their own pace. \r\nBecause of you, my students are not held back by the pace of the class or asked to repeat material unnecessarily. 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