{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 229 Emmanuel Kaplan","outOfStateSupporters":69.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":302057,"projectId":9596955,"letterContent":"Words can never properly express how much your love, support, and generosity have meant to my amazing students this school year. It has allowed me to start the school year on a high note and have all the resources needed to differentiate and support my students with all of their unique and diverse needs. All of the students in my class feel valued and respected in my class thanks to your assistance. Thank you for blessing us with your love and thoughtfulness. 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Your generosity is helping us build not just skills, but a love of learning.","fullyFundedDate":1746786466654,"projectUrl":"project/small-group-smarties/9192292/","projectTitle":"Small Group Smarties!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Filip","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9759929_orig.png?crop=632,631,x0,y58&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726967022552","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9759929"},{"teacherId":302057,"projectId":9318609,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your assistance in helping to fund this important project for my amazing students. These resources have enabled them to thrive academically in their reading through small group activities aimed at remediating these deficits. Reading is everything and it is so important that we have the resources needed to help our students soar and be successful in all of their academic ventures. All of this would not be possible without your love and support. 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These resources have been a game changer in my classroom and has allowed me to work with my students to remediate these reading deficits and engage students in high quality read alouds. Thank you so much for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1743051771632,"projectUrl":"project/becoming-literate-for-the-year-of-the-w/9024228/","projectTitle":"Becoming Literate for the Year of the Wooden Snake!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sietas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/302057"},{"teacherId":302057,"projectId":9248340,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your assistance in helping to fund this important project for my amazing students. Words could never express how much your love and generosity has meant to us. More than 90% of my class are struggling/non readers so it is important that resources focus on helping my students to suceed. I make it my mission to foster a love of literature in my classroom and nurture it throughout the year. These resources have made a huge impact in my classroom and has allowed me to work with my students to remediate these reading deficits. Thank you so much for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1746531406026,"projectUrl":"project/we-love-to-read-a-latte-part-2/9248340/","projectTitle":"We Love to Read A Latte, Part 2","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sietas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/302057"},{"teacherId":302057,"projectId":9244948,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for helping to fund this important project for my deserving students. Words could never properly express how much yourkindness and support mean to my class. As more than 90% of my class are struggling/non readers it is critical t that resources and PD center around helping my students to thrive. I make it my goal to foster a love of reading in my classroom and nurture it throughout the year. These resources have been a game changer in my classroom and has allowed me to work with my students to help them soar. Thank you so much for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1744252673784,"projectUrl":"project/we-love-to-read-a-latte/9244948/","projectTitle":"We Love To Read A Latte!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sietas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/302057"},{"teacherId":302057,"projectId":9214476,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for helping to fund this important project for my amazing students. Words could never proper express how mauch your love and support mean to us. As a high percentage of my class are struggling/non readers it is so important that resources and PD center around helping my students to thrive. I make it my mission to foster a love of reading in my classroom and nurture it throughout the year. These resources have been a game changer in my classroom and has allowed me to work with my students to remediate these reading deficits. Thank you so much for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1745450735518,"projectUrl":"project/oga-to-the-rescue/9214476/","projectTitle":"OGA to the Rescue!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sietas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/302057"},{"teacherId":9923553,"projectId":9113737,"letterContent":"On behalf of my 4th grade class, I want to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous support in helping us purchase lap desks. Your contribution has made a significant impact on our learning environment, and we are incredibly grateful.\r\n\r\nThe addition of the lap desks has brought a new level of flexibility and comfort to our classroom. Students are now able to work more comfortably in various spaces around the room, which encourages focus, creativity, and a sense of ownership over their learning. It's amazing to see how something as simple as a lap desk can spark enthusiasm and improve daily routines.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and commitment to supporting education. Your generosity has truly made a difference, and we feel lucky to have you as part of our learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1740689840332,"projectUrl":"project/give-a-kid-a-lap-desk/9113737/","projectTitle":"Give a Kid a Lap Desk!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Prendergast","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9923553"},{"teacherId":2093312,"projectId":9082270,"letterContent":"What an impact the document camera has had on our learning! We cannot thank you enough for donating to our special project!\r\n\r\nThe children have greatly benefited from the document camera during instruction. Using the document camera allows me to model writing strategies. The children are able to see and imitate proper letter formation and spacing. During math instruction, students are able to see and imitate addition and subtraction strategies. Most importantly, they are making progress. 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