{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 201 Discovery School","outOfStateSupporters":56.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":487648,"projectId":9831939,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! The teachers pay teachers gift card will save me so much time from re-inventing the wheel. Our units of study is constantly changing and instead of spending hours re-creating the materials, I can simply purchase it and use it for our school.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for believing in my vision and helping our students achieve their dreams. Early childhood education is such an important component in our school and I'm so glad we have the materials to help our students succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1764681258124,"projectUrl":"project/new-curriculum-means-tpt-gift-card/9831939/","projectTitle":"New Curriculum Means TPT Gift Card!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp487648_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1452516995743","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/487648"},{"teacherId":9317878,"projectId":9841893,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom! Because of you, our students now have a PECS picture board that gives them something truly life-changing: a way to express themselves.\r\n\r\nMany of my students struggle with verbal communication, and not being able to share their needs can lead to frustration, anxiety, and challenging behaviors. Your gift gives them a voice. With the new PECS materials, students can now point to pictures to tell us what they want, how they feel, or what they need. This simple act—choosing a picture—has already brought moments of relief, joy, and connection.\r\n\r\nThe board is helping students communicate choices (snack, activities, breaks), express emotions before behaviors escalate, understand routines and expectations through clear visuals, build confidence by being heard and understood, develop early communication skills that set a foundation for future language.\r\n\r\nOne of my students who rarely speaks picked up a new picture card and proudly used it to request a break. Instead of becoming overwhelmed, he was able to communicate his needs in a positive, safe way. These moments are happening because of you.\r\n\r\nYour generosity supports not just learning, but dignity and independence. Thank you for helping our students connect, communicate, and feel successful every day. We are deeply grateful for your kindness and belief in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1762266330253,"projectUrl":"project/voices-through-pictures-pecs-visual-aid/9841893/","projectTitle":"Voices Through Pictures: PECS Visual Aids for Communication and Connection","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Davi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9317878_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758056994370","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-davi"},{"teacherId":9317878,"projectId":9798774,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Our new color printer is already making a tremendous difference for my students, especially those receiving special education services. Being able to print materials in color isn't just a convenience — it's an essential tool for accessibility and learning.\r\n\r\nColor printing allows me to create visual supports, color-coded schedules, and high-contrast learning materials that help students better understand, organize, and remember information. Many of my learners benefit from visual cues, and having the ability to print in color makes these supports more engaging, clearer, and easier for them to use independently.\r\n\r\nMany of my students rely on visual supports to understand routines, stay organized, and feel confident in their work. With the color printer, I can finally make materials that truly meet their needs. Now our visual schedules are bright and clear, our behavior and choice charts are easier for students to follow, and our worksheets use colors that help students focus and understand each step.","fullyFundedDate":1762266382956,"projectUrl":"project/lets-print-the-rainbow-help-us-get-a-c/9798774/","projectTitle":"Let’s Print the Rainbow: Help Us Get a Color Printer!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Davi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9317878_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758056994370","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-davi"},{"teacherId":3132876,"projectId":9874760,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making this project possible. With your help, my students will get to watch and learn how ladybugs grow. It is exciting to watch and care for the larvae and watch them change. \r\nWe also got some great games to go along with the learning. Children will be able to practice letter matching and number matching all themed with ladybugs. \r\nWe were also lucky to get beautiful leaf prints. Students will be able to use them during center time, and make beautiful leaf pictures. \r\nI am very excited to share these materials with my students. \r\nYour generosity means a lot.","fullyFundedDate":1763583263112,"projectUrl":"project/ladybug-life-cycle-fun/9874760/","projectTitle":"LadyBug Life Cycle Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Barnett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3132876_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649891242789","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3132876"},{"teacherId":9565663,"projectId":9760006,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, A Calm, Bright, and Caring Place to Learn. My students and I were so excited when the materials arrived. The moment we unpacked the books, jump rope, plants, and board, the students were immediately curious and eager to explore. They could not wait to use the books in our morning meeting and to see their work displayed on the new board. One student said, \"This is the best classroom ever!\" which perfectly captures their excitement.\r\n\r\nWe are using the books to teach lessons about kindness, emotions, friendship, and school routines. For example, during a recent morning meeting, we read a story about friendship and then students created their own \"friendship posters\" on the new board. They referred to the book throughout the activity, discussing ways to be helpful and kind to one another. The jump rope has become a favorite tool for brain breaks, helping students get the movement they need to focus on learning. The plants and bright, welcoming classroom environment have made our space feel calm and engaging, which encourages students to try new activities and take risks in their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1758898916366,"projectUrl":"project/a-calm-bright-and-caring-place-to-lear/9760006/","projectTitle":"A Calm, Bright, and Caring Place to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ventura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565663_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y228&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725214265636","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9565663"},{"teacherId":9565663,"projectId":9714864,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Protecting Our Work, Powering Our Learning. My students and I are thrilled with the new materials, which are already making a big difference in how we learn and engage in the classroom. The laminator, laminating sheets, and sheet protectors allow us to create reusable materials that make hands-on learning more exciting and interactive. Students can write, erase, and practice multiple times without worrying about ruining the pages, giving them more opportunities to master skills in reading, writing, and math.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for my students is seeing their own work displayed and protected for the whole class to enjoy. They love that their anchor charts, number games, and writing pieces are now durable and long-lasting. Many students have taken extra pride in their work because they know it will be preserved and celebrated. One student, who is usually shy about sharing, has been eager to show classmates his laminated work, proudly saying, \"Look! It won't get ripped!\"\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, I am able to spend more time guiding small-group lessons, reinforcing skills, and giving immediate feedback, rather than constantly re-preparing materials. The technology has allowed me to create a classroom where students feel proud, motivated, and excited to learn every day. Your generosity is helping my kindergarteners build confidence, independence, and a love of learning that will last far beyond our classroom walls.","fullyFundedDate":1758898745203,"projectUrl":"project/protecting-our-work-powering-our-learni/9714864/","projectTitle":"Protecting Our Work, Powering Our Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ventura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565663_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y228&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725214265636","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9565663"},{"teacherId":9565663,"projectId":9422204,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, A Calming Corner for Big Feelings and Bright Minds. The new books, especially the A Little SPOT series, have become an essential part of our daily social emotional learning. These texts help us introduce and practice skills such as identifying feelings, using coping strategies, showing kindness, building friendships, and understanding personal space. Each story gives us simple language and visuals to help my kindergarteners talk about their emotions and what to do when they feel overwhelmed, frustrated, or excited. These lessons have become powerful tools for helping students navigate their day with confidence and care.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is interactive, joyful, and deeply connected to student experiences. We read these books during morning meetings, in our calming corner, and during small group lessons. Students turn and talk about what they notice, reflect on the characters choices, and make connections to their own feelings. After reading, we often practice the strategies from the books like taking a calm breath, asking for help, or using kind words so students understand that what we learn in stories can be used in real life. Our calming corner has become a peaceful space where students pick up a book, read independently, and use the visuals to guide themselves through big emotions.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have truly gravitated toward these new texts. One student who often feels anxious has started visiting the calming corner with a Spot of Calm book, flipping through the pages to remind herself of breathing strategies before returning to learning with a smile. Another student who sometimes struggles with friendships has been rereading A Spot of Kindness, proudly pointing out the pages that show how to include others and make thoughtful choices. Seeing students use these books to solve real problems has been incredibly moving and meaningful.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has given my kindergarteners a safe place to learn about themselves, support one another, and grow emotionally and academically. Thank you for believing in the hearts and minds of young learners.","fullyFundedDate":1758898898358,"projectUrl":"project/a-calming-corner-for-big-feelings-and-br/9422204/","projectTitle":"A Calming Corner for Big Feelings and Bright Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ventura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565663_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y228&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725214265636","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9565663"},{"teacherId":9565663,"projectId":9668937,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Comfort, Care, and Confidence for Kindergarteners project. The moment the materials arrived, my students' faces lit up with excitement. They were immediately drawn to the calming books, the soothing visuals, and the cozy additions to our space. We introduced these items during our morning meeting, and students were eager to explore the calming corner, practice mindful breathing, and read the \"A Little SPOT\" books together. One student said, \"This feels like a safe space,\" and another added, \"I can calm down here!\" A reminder of how important this environment is for early learners.\r\n\r\nWe've already used the \"A Little SPOT\" series in targeted social-emotional lessons, focusing on kindness, feelings, and friendship. Students are connecting deeply with the characters, referencing them during daily interactions, and practicing new strategies for handling big emotions. The calming corner has also become a healthy, structured break spot where students reset before rejoining learning activities. The small plants and gentle visuals have helped make the space feel peaceful and inviting, and the flexibility of our new board is supporting small-group discussions, modeling, and SEL mini-lessons right where students need them most.\r\n\r\nRight now, we are working on a project where students create their own \"Kindness SPOT\" characters and write about times they have shown care toward others. Thanks to your support, students have a welcoming, structured environment where they feel safe enough to reflect, share, and grow. Your generosity has made it possible for us to build not just a classroom, but a community, where students feel confident, supported, and ready to learn each day. We are truly grateful for the comfort and confidence you have given our kinder-hearts.","fullyFundedDate":1757172254758,"projectUrl":"project/comfort-care-and-confidence-for-kinder/9668937/","projectTitle":"Comfort, Care, and Confidence for Kindergarteners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ventura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565663_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y228&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725214265636","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9565663"},{"teacherId":9565663,"projectId":9511367,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Tools To Help Our Kinder-hearts Learn and Stay Organized! The moment these materials arrived, my kindergarteners were buzzing with excitement. They knew right away that these tools would help them take care of their work and make our classroom feel even more special.\r\n\r\nWe began using the laminator and pouches immediately. One of the first things we created were reusable alphabet and number practice sheets for our literacy and math centers. The students were amazed that they could write, erase, and try again without the papers getting crinkled or torn. They kept saying, \"It's like new every time!\"\r\n\r\nThe Sharpie markers and labels have helped us stay organized in a way my kinders can clearly understand. They love finding their names, their bins, and their folders with the clean, bright labels. Our classroom looks more structured and easy to navigate, allowing students to take more ownership of caring for their space.\r\n\r\nThe sheet protectors have already transformed our small-group work. Students are using them during writing and math rotations to practice sight words, solve number stories, and trace letters. Then wipe them clean to share with the next group. This simple tool has added so much independence and joy to our lessons.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, their work will be safely stored, displayed, and used again for reflection later in the year. These materials help us make learning purposeful, hands-on, and long-lasting.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has created a classroom where students feel proud, capable, and excited to learn. Thank you for believing in my kindergarteners and helping us build a space where their little hearts and minds can shine.","fullyFundedDate":1755803129131,"projectUrl":"project/tools-to-help-our-kinder-hearts-learn-an/9511367/","projectTitle":"Tools To Help Our Kinder-hearts Learn and Stay Organized!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ventura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565663_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y228&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725214265636","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9565663"},{"teacherId":3132876,"projectId":9709333,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity. With your help, my library center now has a carpet that fits in the area, and makes it a much cozier center to be in. I only had a small rug in there and it didn't help. Now the carpet has the alphabet, where we can do some letter recognition, and it looks great.\r\nWe also were able to get tablecloths for many different events. Sometimes we need to cover tables, and these will help a lot. In addition, we got some paper plates that we can do some fun art projects. \r\nI am very grateful to everyone that donated and made this project possible.","fullyFundedDate":1762106955462,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-corner/9709333/","projectTitle":"Cozy Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Barnett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3132876_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649891242789","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3132876"},{"teacherId":487648,"projectId":9887429,"letterContent":"I can't fully express my joy, excitement, and thanks for your donation to my project. It is so great to see that you share my vision for reaching children. Keeping our classroom clean and healthy is an essential piece in my curriculum and now I have the materials to help my kids grow.\r\n\r\nI believe in starting small, and teaching social emotional intelligence is such an essential piece to our curriculum and now I have the tools to share with my students as well. Thank you so much for your generous donation!","fullyFundedDate":1763556107736,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-pre-k-learners-with-hands-on-ga/9887429/","projectTitle":"Engaging Pre-K Learners with Hands-on Games and STEM Exploration!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp487648_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1452516995743","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/487648"},{"teacherId":9735507,"projectId":9777053,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Science Exploration Project. Your generosity has created hands-on learning opportunities that truly captivate and inspire our first graders. I'm excited to share how these resources are already transforming our lessons and sparking curiosity every day.\r\nHow we're using the new resources:\r\nThe materials you provided have become a central part of our science centers and STEM inquiry block. Students are using them to explore concepts like force and motion, animal habitats, weather, and simple engineering. One of our first big activities was a \"Move It, Change It\" challenge, where students experimented with motion using ramps, balls, and different surfaces. The joy on their faces as they predicted, tested, and revised their ideas was unforgettable.\r\nA memorable classroom moment:\r\nDuring a recent lesson on habitats, students used the new animal figures and sensory materials to build model environments. One group created an arctic scene and proudly explained why their animals needed thick fur and ice. Another built a jungle habitat and talked excitedly about camouflage. Their ability to make scientific connections—and defend their thinking—showed just how powerful hands-on learning can be.\r\nStudent reactions:\r\nThe moment the materials arrived, the classroom buzzed with excitement. Students gathered around the table, pointing and exclaiming, \"We get to use these for science?\" and \"This is going to be so much fun!\" Many couldn't wait to start experimenting and asked if we could \"do science all day.\"\r\nWhat's next for our learners:\r\nWe're moving into a unit on weather and seasonal change. Students will use the new materials to conduct simple investigations—like testing which materials absorb or repel water—and to build models of different weather tools. Later, they'll apply these skills to a project where they become \"junior scientists,\" making predictions and observations about our own school environment.\r\nYour support has given my students the chance to explore, wonder, build, and question—just like real scientists. Thank you for bringing such meaningful learning experiences to our classroom and for believing in our young explorers.","fullyFundedDate":1762266255279,"projectUrl":"project/science-exploration/9777053/","projectTitle":"Science Exploration","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gregory","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9735507_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758593390359","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9735507"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_936","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":301,"numTeachers":42,"percentFrplEligible":90,"percentAsian":12,"percentBlack":39,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":41,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"7.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":43.9,"schoolId":936,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about PS 201 Discovery School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"PS 201 Discovery School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/ps-201-kissena/936"}