{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 23 Richmondtown","outOfStateSupporters":9.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8053445,"projectId":10057261,"letterContent":"The impact of color in a classroom goes far beyond aesthetics. It is a vital tool for cognitive engagement and instructional clarity. With your generous support, we are able to purchase color ink for our classroom printer.\r\n\r\nIt will allow us to create high-quality, color-coded reading and math anchor charts. When we use color to differentiate between steps in a long division problem or to highlight key evidence in a reading passage, our students are more engaged in their learning. These visual scaffolds act as a silent co-teacher, providing the \"extra help\" students need to work independently and confidently at their desks.\r\n\r\nSecondly, this ink will bring our \"Famous Figure\" informational reports to life. Our students have spent weeks researching influential leaders and creators, meticulously designing Google Slides that reflect their learning. They have carefully selected images, chosen color schemes, and organized their findings into beautiful digital presentations. There is a magical shift in a child's confidence when they see their digital hard work transformed into a physical, full-color report they can hold in their hands. It validates their effort and shows them that their creative choices have real-world value. \r\n\r\nBy funding this project, you are ensuring our classroom remains a place where learning is as bright and vivid as our students' imaginations.","fullyFundedDate":1770252850315,"projectUrl":"project/use-your-resources/10057261/","projectTitle":"Use Your Resources!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mucciariello","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8053445_orig.jpg?crop=2822,2822,x191,y241&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722629150870","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8053445"},{"teacherId":262871,"projectId":9674707,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in funding our flexible floor seating with backs. Because of you, our classroom is now a more comfortable, welcoming, and student-friendly place to learn.\r\n\r\nYour support goes far beyond furniture—you have given our students comfort, choice, and a learning environment that values their needs. We are so grateful for your investment in our classroom and in our students' success.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for making such a meaningful difference in our daily learning experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1760705927193,"projectUrl":"project/support-our-seating-backrests-for-bett/9674707/","projectTitle":"Support Our Seating – Backrests for Better Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Triscuizzi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/triscuizzi"},{"teacherId":10284486,"projectId":9762468,"letterContent":"It has been so heartwarming to see the \"spark\" these new books have brought to our classroom. Before this, our shelves were looking a little thin, but now the library is buzzing with energy every single morning. I've watched students who used to be a bit shy about picking up a book suddenly racing to grab the latest adventure or a cool nonfiction story about animals. There's nothing quite like seeing a second grader's face light up when they find a character who looks, talks or acts just like them. You haven't just added books to our room; you've given my students a reason to be excited about reading, and seeing them huddle together to share their favorite parts is the best part of my day.\r\nBeyond just the excitement, these books have created such a sweet sense of ownership and pride in our room. The kids treat every new title like a treasure because they know someone out there cared enough to send it to them. It has completely changed our independent reading time, too. Instead of struggling through worn-out copies, they are giggling together over funny illustrations and eagerly swapping books as soon as they finish. You didn't just fill our shelves; you showed my students that they matter and that people are cheering for their success, and that confidence is showing up in their reading growth every day.","fullyFundedDate":1760809803509,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-library-upgrade/9762468/","projectTitle":"Classroom Library Upgrade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10284486"},{"teacherId":102361,"projectId":9840132,"letterContent":"Our calm down corner is an asset to my classroom in so many ways! It has been utilized every day almost every period to help students regulate, decompress from classroom stressors and maximize their learning time on task. My principal was able to see how valuable of a space it is during an observation and he was impressed by the effects. \r\nMy students don't just find this area calming, but they love it so much they often ask to visit for choice time- as a reward, as well! I often find myself wishing I was able to dedicate a bigger space to it. \r\nThank you again for making this possible for us! We are truly appreciative on so many levels!","fullyFundedDate":1762802762102,"projectUrl":"project/a-super-cool-calm-down-corner/9840132/","projectTitle":"A Super Cool Calm Down Corner!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Meredith MacDonald","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp102361_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1532574264332","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missmerymacslittles"},{"teacherId":10361566,"projectId":9924369,"letterContent":"\\Thank you so much for your generous support of our occupational therapy classroom. Because of your kindness, we now have access to a printer and copier that will make a meaningful difference in the daily learning and development of our students.\r\n\r\nIn occupational therapy, individualized materials are essential. With this printer and copier, I am now able to create customized worksheets, visual schedules, fine-motor activities, handwriting practice, and sensory supports that are tailored to each student's specific goals and abilities. This allows me to better meet the diverse needs of my students and adapt materials quickly as they grow and progress.\r\n\r\nHaving reliable access to printed materials also saves valuable therapy time. Instead of sharing limited resources or reusing worn materials, students can work with clean, clear, and engaging activities that support independence, confidence, and success. Many of our students rely on visual supports, and this resource ensures those supports are always available when they need them.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has a direct and lasting impact on our students' ability to learn important life skills, build confidence, and reach their full potential. Thank you for believing in our classroom and investing in our students' futures. We are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1764181308383,"projectUrl":"project/copying-confidence-a-printer-to-power-o/9924369/","projectTitle":"Copying Confidence: A Printer to Power Our Occupational Therapy Room","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cashman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10361566"},{"teacherId":8891155,"projectId":9616919,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity. Because of your gift, my students now have a window to the world. This laptop has already changed our daily routine; instead of waiting for our computer to start up, our class can now get right to our daily lessons which maximizes our instructional time. A faster computer helps teachers to model more clearly and gives them access to new technology in education. \r\n\r\nYou haven't just provided a piece of technology; you've provided the tools for our class to discover a new passion for learning and the confidence that comes with mastering 21st-century skills. Thank you for investing in their future.","fullyFundedDate":1758822256277,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-new-tech/9616919/","projectTitle":"New Year, New Tech","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Frigiano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8891155_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y282&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755214448820","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8891155"},{"teacherId":7622296,"projectId":9744878,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of an all-in-one color printer for my students. Your support has truly made a meaningful difference in our classroom and in the progress my students are making toward their speech and language IEP goals.\r\n\r\nBecause of this color printer, I am now able to create engaging, high-quality materials that capture my students' attention and support their learning. I regularly print colorful pictures to use during speech and language activities, which helps my students stay motivated and actively participate in their work. The ability to use color has been especially helpful when creating visual aides to accompany stories and structured tasks, allowing students to better understand concepts and follow along.\r\n\r\nOne of the most impactful uses of the printer has been printing color schedule pictures. These visuals help my students know what to expect throughout the day, improve focus, and increase engagement during activities. The clarity and appeal of the color images make a noticeable difference in helping students stay on task and feel confident in their routines.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in my students and for providing a resource that supports their communication skills and overall success. Your generosity is truly appreciated and has a lasting impact on our learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1758899035815,"projectUrl":"project/with-an-all-in-one-printer-my-students/9744878/","projectTitle":"With an all-in-one printer, my students can reach IEP goals","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Macri","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7622296"},{"teacherId":6195642,"projectId":9924730,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom. We are beyond excited to have this amazing mobile tablet to use in our classroom! It is the perfect addition to our classroom and it is exactly what we needed! We are always teaching small groups in the hallway, so having this new, cordless, wireless, tablet on wheels is just perfect! Rather than using a small (boring) whiteboard for instruction, we now have this amazing, interactive, and visually pleasing screen to teach our children. They can also interact with the screen. Even better, we can use Google Apps to pull up our lesson slides! This is just amazing! Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1764705358932,"projectUrl":"project/a-mobile-learning-experience/9924730/","projectTitle":"A Mobile Learning Experience","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reitano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6195642_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1630412557184","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-reitano"},{"teacherId":7889891,"projectId":9876318,"letterContent":"This laminator has already made an incredible difference in the way we learn and stay organized. With the laminator, I've been able to create durable learning materials—everything from math reference cards to reading strategy bookmarks and reusable center activities. Instead of replacing worn-out papers throughout the year, students now have long-lasting resources they can use daily.\r\n\r\nThe laminator has also helped bring more creativity into the classroom. Students love seeing their work displayed, and the laminated pieces make our bulletin boards vibrant and professional. Interactive materials, like wipe-off task cards and vocabulary games, have made lessons more hands-on and engaging.","fullyFundedDate":1763574872239,"projectUrl":"project/laminate-to-be-great/9876318/","projectTitle":"Laminate to Be Great!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Christie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7889891_orig.png?crop=828,827,x0,y193&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632593647536","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7889891"},{"teacherId":262871,"projectId":9674532,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our project! Because of your support, our classroom now has the color ink we need to bring learning to life every day. From vibrant anchor charts to engaging student projects, your donation helps us create materials that are clear, exciting, and accessible for every learner.\r\n\r\nMy students are already thrilled to see their work printed in color—it makes their efforts feel important and valued. Your kindness has made a real difference in our classroom, and we are truly grateful.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and helping us make learning brighter!","fullyFundedDate":1758899120696,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-our-printers-for-success/9674532/","projectTitle":"Fueling Our Printers for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Triscuizzi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/triscuizzi"},{"teacherId":6195642,"projectId":9573923,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of iPads to our classroom. Your support has made a meaningful difference for my students and the learning opportunities we are able to provide.\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students now have access to powerful tools that will enhance our STEM projects and deepen their understanding of science, technology, engineering, and math. The iPads allow students to collaborate, research, design, and problem-solve in ways that were not previously possible. They are already sparking creativity, curiosity, and excitement for learning.\r\nYour donation is helping to create a more engaging, hands-on learning environment and is empowering students to build essential skills they will carry with them into the future. We are truly grateful for your investment in our classroom and in our students' success.\r\nThank you again for your kindness and support. We sincerely appreciate your commitment to education and to inspiring young learners.","fullyFundedDate":1763582496018,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-future-innovators/9573923/","projectTitle":"Empowering Future Innovators","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reitano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6195642_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1630412557184","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-reitano"},{"teacherId":6417894,"projectId":9662327,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredibly generous support, we now have a brand new laptop for our classroom. We are so grateful! This isn't just a piece of equipment; it's a powerful tool that has already started opening up new possibilities. We use the laptop for all of our lessons. Also, the students are thrilled to use it for exploring educational simulations and games, designing artwork, and finding reliable information for their studies. Seeing the students' faces light up when they use this modern technology is the best part. Your kindness has a direct and immediate impact on their daily learning. 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