{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia School","outOfStateSupporters":37.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9498631,"projectId":9682407,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping us bring a color printer into our learning space. This may seem like a simple tool, but its impact is already tremendous. With vibrant visuals, colorful anchor charts, engaging worksheets, and differentiated materials, my students are now able to access lessons in a way that truly supports their learning needs.\r\n\r\nMany of my students rely on visual supports, graphic organizers, and scaffolded materials to understand new concepts and stay engaged. Being able to print in color means I can create materials that are clearer, more motivating, and tailored to each child's goalswhether it's vocabulary development, comprehension, articulation, or executive functioning.\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in us and investing in my students' success. We are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1758899032769,"projectUrl":"project/print-in-color-building-speech-langua/9682407/","projectTitle":"Print in Color: Building Speech & Language Skills With Food","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Figueroa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9498631"},{"teacherId":8702410,"projectId":9700246,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students experienced the excitement of coding in a whole new way. Our new Ozobot color-code markers quickly became one of the most loved tools in our classroom. As soon as the kits arrived, my students were eager to explore, create, and test what their Evos could do.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, coding can feel intimidating at first. But the color-coded markers transformed it into something clear, accessible, and — most importantly — fun. The moment they saw Evo respond to the colors they created, their faces lit up with pure joy. They experimented with speed changes, turns, and special moves, cheering each time a robot completed a new command.\r\n\r\nThe markers also helped them practice essential skills like sequencing, problem-solving, collaboration, and persistence. Students who are often hesitant to take risks became confident coders, excited to try again, fix mistakes, and discover new combinations. The hands-on, visual nature of the color codes made it easier for them to understand cause and effect, and they were so proud to see their ideas come to life.\r\n\r\nYour generosity didn't just give us supplies — it gave my students moments of success, excitement, and pride that they will remember. Thank you for believing in them and for helping create a classroom where all learners can shine.","fullyFundedDate":1758908331553,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-robotics-coding-to-life/9700246/","projectTitle":"Bringing Robotics & Coding to Life","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sicilia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8702410_orig.png?crop=322,323,x0,y33&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663331141018","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8702410"},{"teacherId":9882978,"projectId":9354962,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our classroom now has the tools we need to help every student grow stronger, calmer, and more confident in their abilities. The therapy putty, adaptive scissors, and fine motor tools have quickly become favorites among my students. These materials allow them to build hand strength, coordination, and independence in a fun, hands-on way.\r\nThe beads and other fine motor activities encourage creativity and focus while helping students practice patience and problem-solving. For some of my students, these small exercises have become big victories — being able to cut paper independently, string beads with confidence, or simply enjoy a quiet sensory break.\r\nThe tissues have also been a welcome addition, keeping our classroom healthy, comfortable, and cared for — an essential item that's often overlooked but so appreciated.\r\nYour kindness has made a meaningful impact on my students' daily lives. You've helped create a classroom where every child can participate fully, develop important life skills, and feel proud of their progress. Thank you for supporting our learners in ways that truly matter!","fullyFundedDate":1762266261264,"projectUrl":"project/essential-ot-tools-helping-hands-for-li/9354962/","projectTitle":"Essential OT Tools: Helping Hands for Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wright","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9882978"},{"teacherId":9882978,"projectId":9884345,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been filled with excitement and gratitude! The ramen, cookies, and Rice Krispies treats have brought so much joy and comfort to my students. For many of them, a warm snack or a special treat is a rare moment of care that helps them feel valued and ready to learn. These simple foods have given my students energy, smiles, and a sense of community during our class breaks and celebrations.\r\nThe kinetic sand has been a wonderful addition to our classroom as well. It provides a calming sensory activity that helps students manage stress and focus better throughout the day. The golf pencils are being used daily for writing, drawing, and creative expression—they've even encouraged students who used to shy away from writing to pick up a pencil and give it a try!\r\nYour kindness has made a real difference for children who often face challenges beyond their control. You've helped create a classroom that's not just about learning, but about belonging, comfort, and creativity. Thank you for showing my students that they are cared for and that their learning matters","fullyFundedDate":1762874357866,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-for-focus-supporting-hungry-minds/9884345/","projectTitle":"Fuel for Focus: Supporting Hungry Minds Through Sensory","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wright","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9882978"},{"teacherId":9882978,"projectId":9700865,"letterContent":"The donation of the threading board, adaptive line marker for handwriting, and magnetic board has already begun to make a significant difference in the lives of our students receiving occupational therapy services. These tools are not just physical objects, but instruments of growth and empowerment for the children we work with.\r\n\r\nThreading Board: This tool has greatly enhanced fine motor skills development. It allows students to practice hand-eye coordination and dexterity, which are foundational skills for everyday tasks like buttoning shirts or tying shoelaces. For children who struggle with these fine motor skills, the threading board provides an engaging and hands-on way to build confidence and independence.\r\n\r\nAdaptive Line Marker for Handwriting: The adaptive line marker has been invaluable for students working on handwriting precision and letter formation. Many of our students experience difficulties with spatial awareness and motor control when writing. The line marker helps them stay within boundaries, providing a visual and physical guide that encourages better handwriting habits, while reducing frustration and boosting self-esteem.\r\n\r\nMagnetic Board: The magnetic board has opened up a new avenue for interactive learning. It has proven particularly effective for children with sensory processing challenges, as they can engage in tactile, hands-on activities that support learning and cognitive development. The magnetic components allow for flexible activities such as building letters, numbers, or even words, fostering creativity while strengthening fine motor and cognitive skills.\r\n\r\nThese tools are helping our students gain greater independence in their daily lives and boosting their confidence in academic and functional skills. Thanks to your donation, we are able to offer a more personalized and effective approach to occupational therapy, ensuring that each student can progress at their own pace and reach their potential. Your support has made a tangible difference in the lives of children who need it the most, and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1762265211152,"projectUrl":"project/steam-sensory-fun-crafts-counting-le/9700865/","projectTitle":"STEAM Sensory Fun: Crafts, Counting, Letter Practice for Special Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wright","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9882978"},{"teacherId":9882978,"projectId":9696342,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to express our deep appreciation for your generous support, which has allowed our students to experience the joy of making gingerbread houses this season. Thanks to your contribution, we have been able to provide a hands-on, creative activity that is not only fun but also educational for the children in our program.\r\n\r\nThe excitement in the classroom has been palpable! The students are absolutely thrilled about the upcoming gingerbread house project, and it has sparked a level of enthusiasm that has enhanced their learning in unexpected ways. As part of the preparation, the children have been working on activities like counting the pieces they will need, drawing shapes to plan their designs, and learning about symmetry and patterns. It's amazing to see how this activity is connecting math, art, and fine motor skills in such a tangible way.\r\n\r\nThrough this experience, the children are building important foundational skills. For instance, as they count out the gingerbread pieces, they are reinforcing their understanding of numbers. When they draw and plan their house designs, they are practicing shape recognition and spatial awareness. And as they carefully assemble the houses, they are developing patience, fine motor coordination, and attention to detail.\r\n\r\nThis activity is more than just a festive craft – it's a way to foster creativity, build problem-solving skills, and promote teamwork. Watching the children work together to decorate their gingerbread houses and share ideas has been heartwarming. It's moments like these that create lasting memories and reinforce the joy of learning.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generous support in making this experience possible. The impact of your donation goes far beyond the gingerbread houses themselves—it's creating an opportunity for the children to learn, grow, and have fun in ways they'll carry with them for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1762265380270,"projectUrl":"project/building-joy-a-gingerbread-stem-experie/9696342/","projectTitle":"Building Joy: A Gingerbread STEM Experience for Our Special Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wright","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9882978"},{"teacherId":9547294,"projectId":9682527,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in helping me organize my speech therapy materials! Because of your kindness, I now have the storage I need to keep everything neat, accessible, and ready to use.\r\n\r\nBefore, it often took extra time to find the right materials for each student. Now, I can grab what I need quickly and spend that time where it matters most—working directly with my students on their speech and language goals. The new storage has made our sessions smoother, calmer, and more engaging.\r\n\r\nMy students are already noticing how organized and inviting our therapy space feels. It's amazing what a difference a little order can make in creating a positive learning environment!\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in my students and in the power of speech therapy. Your generosity truly helps them find their voices—one sound, one word, and one smile at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1757546723919,"projectUrl":"project/a-home-for-therapy-tools-organized-spac/9682527/","projectTitle":"A Home for Therapy Tools: Organized Space for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kleinerman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9547294"},{"teacherId":6149032,"projectId":9714950,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\nAs the physical therapist at our school, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generosity in funding our new therapy trampoline. Thanks to your support, my students now have an engaging, effective, and joyful way to build strength, balance, and confidence during therapy sessions.\r\nMany of the children I work with have autism and mobility challenges, which can make traditional exercise or movement activities difficult or overwhelming. The trampoline has become a powerful tool for helping them improve core strength, coordination, and sensory regulation in a way that feels like play rather than therapy. It offers the perfect combination of fun and functional movement.\r\nSince we received the trampoline, I've already noticed remarkable changes. Students who once struggled to participate in physical activities now look forward to therapy time. For some, it has become a calming sensory break; for others, it's a confidence-building challenge that helps them realize what their bodies can do. The joy and pride on their faces after a successful session say it all.\r\nYour donation has made a lasting impact — not just in physical progress, but in self-esteem, engagement, and emotional well-being. You've given our students the chance to move, laugh, and grow in ways that truly matter.\r\nThank you for believing in our students and supporting their journey toward independence and success.\r\nWith sincere appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1758898794610,"projectUrl":"project/bouncing-back-replacing-our-broken-tram/9714950/","projectTitle":"Bouncing Back: Replacing Our Broken Trampoline For Therapy and Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Heather","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6149032"},{"teacherId":9882978,"projectId":9718182,"letterContent":"As the occupational therapist at our school, I want to express my deepest gratitude for your generosity in providing new puzzles and fine motor manipulatives for my students. Your donation has made a real difference in the lives of children who are developing essential skills that will help them succeed in school and beyond.\r\n\r\nMany of the students I serve come from low-income families and do not have access to toys or materials that strengthen fine motor, visual-motor, and problem-solving skills at home. These tools are more than just classroom items — they are the building blocks for writing, cutting, dressing, and self-care skills that foster independence and confidence.\r\n\r\nThe new puzzles and manipulatives have transformed our therapy sessions. Students who once became frustrated by challenging tasks are now excited to participate and proud of their accomplishments. The bright colors, textures, and hands-on nature of these materials keep them engaged and motivated while they work on important developmental goals such as hand strength, bilateral coordination, and focus.\r\n\r\nIt has been amazing to watch students light up as they complete a puzzle on their own for the first time or proudly show me how they can string beads without help. These small victories mean so much — they build the foundation for greater success in the classroom and in life.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has given our students opportunities they might not otherwise have had. Thank you for believing in the importance of occupational therapy and for supporting children who are learning, growing, and thriving with every activity.","fullyFundedDate":1760738549509,"projectUrl":"project/think-feel-create-sensory-steam-for-s/9718182/","projectTitle":"Think, Feel, Create: Sensory STEAM for Students with Autism","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wright","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9882978"},{"teacherId":9882978,"projectId":9422017,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your generous support of our classroom through DonorsChoose! Your contribution made it possible for us to receive adapted crayons, sensory items, and a variety of fine motor tools—resources that have already begun to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students.\r\n\r\nMany of our learners have unique sensory needs and motor development goals. The materials you helped provide—such as ergonomic crayons, textured fidgets, therapy putty, and tactile learning tools—are essential for supporting their ability to stay focused, calm, and engaged throughout the day.\r\n\r\nOne of my students, who often struggles with traditional writing tools, now eagerly reaches for their adapted crayon each morning. They are beginning to express themselves through drawing and early writing skills for the very first time! Another student who finds it difficult to sit still during lessons has found comfort and regulation using one of the sensory fidgets you helped provide—allowing them to participate in group activities with more confidence and joy.\r\n\r\nThese may seem like small moments, but for us, they represent enormous growth. By meeting students where they are—physically, emotionally, and developmentally—we are creating a learning environment where everyone can thrive.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in inclusive education and for giving our students the tools they need to succeed. Your kindness and support are helping shape a classroom that celebrates all abilities and fosters meaningful growth.","fullyFundedDate":1760727683373,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-sensory-tent-for-hands-on-explorati/9422017/","projectTitle":"Cozy Sensory Tent for Hands-On Exploration and Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wright","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9882978"},{"teacherId":10251803,"projectId":9703615,"letterContent":"I wanted to personally thank you for your generous donation to our DonorsChoose project. Thanks to your support, our classroom now has new chairs, kinetic sand, sensory headphones, and other much-needed sensory materials that are already making a big difference.\r\nThese resources are helping create a more inclusive, calming, and engaging learning environment for all of my students. The kinetic sand and sensory headphones, in particular, have been game changers for students who need a little extra help focusing or self-regulating. The new chairs are also providing flexible and comfortable seating that allows students to better engage with their learning.\r\nYour kindness and support mean the world to us. It's incredible to know that people like you believe in our students and their potential. On behalf of every child benefiting from these materials—thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1758215986195,"projectUrl":"project/sand-sequins-and-support-a-sensory-fr/9703615/","projectTitle":"Sand, Sequins, and Support: A Sensory-Friendly Office","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maslowski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10251803"},{"teacherId":9882978,"projectId":9696340,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Occupational Therapy program! Because of you, we now have a body sock, noise-canceling headphones, and a scooter board—tools that are already transforming how my students engage in therapy and access their learning.\r\n\r\nThe addition of the body sock, noise-canceling headphones, and scooter board has had a noticeable and measurable impact on my occupational therapy sessions and, more importantly, on the students who participate in them.\r\n\r\nBody Sock:\r\nThe body sock has become a critical tool for students with sensory processing challenges. It provides proprioceptive and tactile input, which helps regulate the nervous system and increase body awareness. Students who previously had difficulty calming their bodies are now using the body sock independently to manage overstimulation. This has reduced incidents of dysregulation during sessions and helped students transition more smoothly between tasks.\r\n\r\nNoise-Canceling Headphones:\r\nFor students with auditory sensitivities, the noise-canceling headphones have significantly reduced environmental distractions. Students are now able to sustain attention for longer periods during fine motor tasks and are less likely to avoid or resist participation due to noise-related stress. This has directly impacted task completion rates and engagement levels.\r\n\r\nScooter Board:\r\nThe scooter board has been integrated into both sensory regulation routines and gross motor skill development activities. It supports vestibular input and upper body strengthening, which are foundational for posture, endurance, and handwriting. 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