{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 20 John Bowne","outOfStateSupporters":50.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2556268,"projectId":10311677,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our second-grade students with these wonderful handwriting practice books!\r\n\r\nYour generous donation provided a set of reusable invisible-ink handwriting books that will be shared among all 8 of our second-grade classes. These books make handwriting practice fun and engaging while allowing students to practice the same skills again and again. Because the pages can be reused, so many students will benefit from your generosity throughout the school year and beyond.\r\n\r\nOur students are excited to use these books as they strengthen their handwriting, letter formation, and fine-motor skills. Your support is making a meaningful difference by giving our students an interactive and motivating way to build confidence and improve their writing.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping make learning both exciting and accessible!","fullyFundedDate":1787263245667,"projectUrl":"project/write-it-right-handwriting-practice-wi/10311677/","projectTitle":"Write It Right - Handwriting Practice Without Paper Waste","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Leon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2556268_orig.jpg?crop=2600,2600,x262,y544&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598725866153","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2556268"},{"teacherId":2556268,"projectId":10502474,"letterContent":"Today was our second day of school, and these math machines could not have arrived at a better time! Our district has asked that students in the lower grades stay off computers, so these hands-on math games are the perfect addition to our classroom.\r\n\r\nI introduced my students to the addition and subtraction games and showed them how they work. We played together, and every student had a chance to push down the key with the equation and watch the answer pop up. We had a blast!\r\n\r\nMy students are already excited to use the math machines during center time, and they especially love the idea of having the opportunity to bring one home on the weekend to practice. While they see these machines as a fun game, I see them building confidence and strengthening their addition and subtraction skills.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for bringing these wonderful math machines into our classroom and making learning so much fun! Your generosity is already making a difference for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1788446914091,"projectUrl":"project/game-on-building-addition-subtraction/10502474/","projectTitle":"Game On! Building Addition & Subtraction Fact Fluency","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Leon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2556268_orig.jpg?crop=2600,2600,x262,y544&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598725866153","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2556268"},{"teacherId":7955800,"projectId":10066170,"letterContent":"My students are using the reading games and resources during small-group instruction, literacy centers, and independent practice. We are focusing on building strong phonics and letter-sound skills that will help students become more confident readers. The games give students a chance to practice sounds in a fun, hands-on way while working together and learning from one another.\r\nHow are you and your students using the new resources?\r\nMy students are using the reading games and resources during small-group instruction, literacy centers, and independent practice. We are focusing on building strong phonics and letter-sound skills that will help students become more confident readers. The games give students a chance to practice sounds in a fun, hands-on way while working together and learning from one another.\r\nMy students were so excited to see the new materials! They immediately wanted to explore the games and see what they could do. Their excitement made reading practice feel more like play, and they were eager to take turns, sound out words, and celebrate their successes. It was wonderful to see students who sometimes find reading challenging become excited to participate.","fullyFundedDate":1779828920192,"projectUrl":"project/learning-to-read-one-sound-at-a-time/10066170/","projectTitle":"Learning to Read, One Sound at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Krauze","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7955800_orig.png?crop=447,447,x0,y32&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750330585329","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/emilia-krauze"},{"teacherId":10245477,"projectId":10159674,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our students now have access to engaging books that help strengthen their reading comprehension, vocabulary, fluency, and critical thinking skills. These texts allow students to practice important literacy strategies such as making predictions, identifying key details, determining themes, and supporting their ideas with evidence from the text.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is an active and collaborative experience. Students participate in read-alouds, partner reading, small-group discussions, and independent reading. They are excited to explore new stories and share their thinking with their classmates. The books have encouraged meaningful conversations and helped students build confidence as readers.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who were previously hesitant to read are now eagerly reaching for books during independent reading time. Our diverse collection of texts has allowed students to see themselves reflected in the stories they read while also learning about different perspectives and experiences. These books have helped create a classroom community where all students feel included, engaged, and motivated to learn.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a lasting impact on our classroom and helping our students develop a love of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1779370991231,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-reading-adventures-with-a-to-z/10159674/","projectTitle":"Unlocking Reading Adventures with A to Z Mysteries","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Singh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10245477"},{"teacherId":8948981,"projectId":9814865,"letterContent":"My students are using the new resources during our reading and literacy centers each day. One special moment was during small group reading instruction when students were able to work with texts at their own individual reading levels. The new materials helped students stay focused, engaged, and confident while working independently and in small groups. We also use the resources during phonics practice, fluency activities, and interactive reading lessons that support all learners in our classroom.\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, they were extremely excited and eager to use them right away. Many students smiled, cheered, and immediately began exploring the resources. They were excited to have new tools that made learning feel fun, engaging, and hands-on. The materials brought a new level of excitement and motivation into our classroom.\r\n\r\nRight now, our class is continuing to work on reading comprehension and building strong independent reading habits using different level readers. Students are learning how to ask and answer questions about texts, identify story elements, and practice reading fluently. The new resources help students access texts and activities that match their individual needs and reading levels. Our next steps are helping students become more confident readers while strengthening their comprehension, fluency, and independent learning skills.","fullyFundedDate":1760985632529,"projectUrl":"project/turning-little-learners-into-lifelong-re/9814865/","projectTitle":"Turning Little Learners into Lifelong Reader","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kramer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8948981_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1675357888841","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8948981"},{"teacherId":8948981,"projectId":9011734,"letterContent":"Technology helps my second grade students learn in many exciting ways each day. Our students use educational programs to practice reading, phonics, math, and listening skills at their own level. Headphones help students stay focused and allow them to clearly hear directions, stories, and learning activities without distractions. This is especially important during small group instruction, independent work, and online learning programs.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for my students is being able to interact with learning in a fun and engaging way. They love listening to stories, completing interactive activities, and using educational games that make learning feel exciting and motivating. Having their own headphones helps students feel independent and confident while using technology.\r\n\r\nMany of my students have especially benefited from using headphones because they help reduce distractions and support concentration. Some students who struggle with attention, reading, or sensory needs are more successful when they can clearly hear lessons and work at their own pace. Headphones help create a more comfortable learning environment where all students can participate and feel successful.","fullyFundedDate":1734572219639,"projectUrl":"project/good-listening-ears/9011734/","projectTitle":"Good Listening Ears","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kramer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8948981_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1675357888841","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8948981"},{"teacherId":2556268,"projectId":10227682,"letterContent":"Research shows that \"Desk dividers, or privacy shields, help people focus by acting as a physical barrier that reduces visual distractions, minimizes environmental interference, and creates a personal, quiet workspace, especially in classrooms. These tools are shown to decrease stress, increase, and help students stay on task.\"\r\n\r\nMy students are constantly distracting one another, especially during tests. I want them to be as focused as possible so they can do their very best, which is why I was so excited to get these desk dividers.My students were excited to use them as well. We used them for our first test today, and they all agreed that the dividers helped. Even though they were sitting at their usual desks, having their own personal space made the environment feel cozy and calm. It helped them stay focused and think only about the questions on the test.\r\n\r\nI also wanted to thank you for completing our book series, \"Dragon\" with the last book that we were missing. This is the most popular book series in my classroom library and my students cannot wait for their turn to read it.","fullyFundedDate":1778108281809,"projectUrl":"project/creating-calm-focused-spaces-for-succes/10227682/","projectTitle":"Creating Calm, Focused Spaces for Successful Test Taking","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Leon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2556268_orig.jpg?crop=2600,2600,x262,y544&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598725866153","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2556268"},{"teacherId":2556268,"projectId":10097052,"letterContent":"We LOVE our new mailboxes!!!!!! Thank you for helping bring these mailboxes into our classroom. They have made packing-up time so much easier, as students can now independently pack up their belongings. When a student is absent, their make-up work and missed notices are waiting for them when they return. This has helped declutter our desks and prevents papers from falling onto the floor when students pass by. I can also leave notes of encouragement or Happy Grams highlighting things each student has done well for them to enjoy at the end of the day.\r\n\r\nThe baskets are also helping train students who struggle with keeping their desks organized. They are learning how to neatly separate their notebooks and workbooks instead of shoving everything into one big mess.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us stay organized while also helping students build independence and responsibility in the classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1778223741422,"projectUrl":"project/mail-tales-and-tidy-trails/10097052/","projectTitle":"Mail, Tales, and Tidy Trails","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Leon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2556268_orig.jpg?crop=2600,2600,x262,y544&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598725866153","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2556268"},{"teacherId":2556268,"projectId":10154488,"letterContent":"We LOVE our new mailboxes!!!!!! Thank you for helping bring these mailboxes into our classroom. They have made packing-up time so much easier, as students can now independently pack up their belongings. When a student is absent, their make-up work and missed notices are waiting for them when they return. This has helped declutter our desks and prevents papers from falling onto the floor when students pass by. I can also leave notes of encouragement or Happy Grams highlighting things each student has done well for them to enjoy at the end of the day.\r\n\r\nThe baskets are also helping train students who struggle with keeping their desks organized. They are learning how to neatly separate their notebooks and workbooks instead of shoving everything into one big mess.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us stay organized while also helping students build independence and responsibility in the classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1777914811571,"projectUrl":"project/organization-less-mess-more-success/10154488/","projectTitle":"Organization: Less Mess More Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Leon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2556268_orig.jpg?crop=2600,2600,x262,y544&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598725866153","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2556268"},{"teacherId":8006700,"projectId":9939655,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kind and generous donations! The students have been able to use the materials to help them regulate emotions, calm down, and express themselves in a healthy and safe way!\r\nWhen students arrived in my office and saw all the new materials, they were so excited! They stated \"wow, you got an upgrade!\"\r\nWe have been using the \"Little Spot\" book and plushies to help identify and describe feelings. Recently, a student I work with came to my room not wanting to talk, but through the use of the plushies and the book, they were able to pick up the \"sadness\" plushie to let me know how they were feeling.\r\nThe Legos have been amazing with allowing students to play with something while they regulate their feelings. They've been used while speaking about what is bothering them and giving the students something to play with. \r\nYour impact is so greatly appreciated! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1769192016905,"projectUrl":"project/helping-students-find-calm/9939655/","projectTitle":"Helping Students Find Calm","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wright","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8006700"},{"teacherId":10357889,"projectId":9910508,"letterContent":"My students have absolutely loved using the new resources and books we've added to our classroom! These materials have sparked a noticeable increase in their excitement around reading. They are more eager than ever to explore new stories, discover different genres, and spend time independently engaged with books. What's been especially wonderful to see is how much they now genuinely enjoy \"book shopping\" time—browsing through the collection, recommending titles to one another, and taking pride in selecting books that interest them. It has truly helped foster a stronger reading culture in our classroom.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the pencils and storage bins have made a huge difference in keeping our space organized and running smoothly. Having an ample supply of essential materials means students always have what they need without disruptions to their learning. The bins have provided a clear and efficient system for storing and accessing supplies, which has made daily routines much easier to manage. Overall, these additions have not only improved our organization but have also created a more structured, productive, and enjoyable classroom environment for everyone.","fullyFundedDate":1769192019967,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-library-upgrade/9910508/","projectTitle":"Classroom Library Upgrade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mercado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10357889"},{"teacherId":10357889,"projectId":9922702,"letterContent":"My students have absolutely loved using the new resources and books we've added to our classroom! These materials have sparked a noticeable increase in their excitement around reading. They are more eager than ever to explore new stories, discover different genres, and spend time independently engaged with books. What's been especially wonderful to see is how much they now genuinely enjoy \"book shopping\" time—browsing through the collection, recommending titles to one another, and taking pride in selecting books that interest them. It has truly helped foster a stronger reading culture in our classroom.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the pencils and storage bins have made a huge difference in keeping our space organized and running smoothly. Having an ample supply of essential materials means students always have what they need without disruptions to their learning. The bins have provided a clear and efficient system for storing and accessing supplies, which has made daily routines much easier to manage. Overall, these additions have not only improved our organization but have also created a more structured, productive, and enjoyable classroom environment for everyone.\r\nWe are so thankful for the items!","fullyFundedDate":1769191979991,"projectUrl":"project/spark-a-love-of-reading/9922702/","projectTitle":"Spark a Love of Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mercado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10357889"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_2107","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":955,"numTeachers":85,"percentFrplEligible":87,"percentAsian":66,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":24,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":1,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"11.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":49.8,"schoolId":2107,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about PS 20 John Bowne on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"PS 20 John Bowne","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/ps-20-john-bowne/2107"}