{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden","outOfStateSupporters":41.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2934,"projectId":10155033,"letterContent":"am in awe of the support that the Donors Choose community has continuously shown my classroom and my students. These Lego sets will allow my students to build the foundation to STEM education.\r\n\r\nMy students are very excited to have hands on experience with the Legos items and I am excited to watch them grow in their creativity as they build. We are so thankful for you!\r\n\r\nI can not thank you enough for helping us have enough Legos that I can have each team work on Legos at the same time. 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The children love watching the bolts spin down the nut and enjoy counting the bolts that they put on. It is so colorful and engaging for the children. \r\nThe word/spelling game is also so much fun for them. They love looking through the different cubes for the right letter and then matching it up with the card. It has really helped us work on the spelling and letter recognition in class. \r\nThank you so much again for your generous donations which have resulted in our students getting more games, puzzles, books and materials to enhance their learning opportunities.\r\nThank you again,\r\nAvital Leitner","fullyFundedDate":1777922057283,"projectUrl":"project/more-opportunities-for-our-kids/10213786/","projectTitle":"More Opportunities for Our Kids!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Leitner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10239868"},{"teacherId":54770,"projectId":9927258,"letterContent":"I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation toward the purchase of a Smart TV for our elementary classroom. Your kindness and support have already made a tremendous impact on my students' learning experience.\r\nThe Smart TV has transformed the way lessons are delivered in our classroom. Students are now able to engage with interactive lessons, educational videos, visual learning activities, and collaborative discussions in a much more meaningful way. The larger screen and improved technology have helped capture students' attention, increase participation, and support different learning styles throughout the day.\r\nBecause of your generosity, I am able to create more dynamic and engaging lessons that make learning exciting and accessible for all students. The Smart TV has also helped improve classroom collaboration by allowing students to share their work, participate in group activities, and build confidence while learning together.\r\nMost importantly, this donation has created new opportunities for my students to connect with learning in ways that inspire curiosity, creativity, and academic growth. Your support has truly made a lasting difference in our classroom, and we are incredibly grateful.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our students and helping our classroom thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1768448426219,"projectUrl":"project/a-window-to-the-world-smart-tv-for-smar/9927258/","projectTitle":"A Window to the World: Smart TV for Smart Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. K.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rkhan345"},{"teacherId":54770,"projectId":9927232,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of a wireless monitor for our elementary classroom. Your support has already made a wonderful impact on both teaching and learning in our classroom community. The wireless monitor has transformed the way lessons are presented and shared with students. It allows me to move freely around the classroom while teaching, making lessons more interactive, engaging, and accessible for all learners. Students are able to clearly see instructional materials, visuals, educational videos, and collaborative activities from anywhere in the room, which has greatly improved participation and focus.\r\n This technology has also helped create a more hands-on learning environment. I can quickly share student work, model problem-solving strategies, and provide immediate feedback in real time. The flexibility of the wireless monitor has made transitions smoother and has helped keep students actively involved throughout the school day.\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students now have access to a more engaging and connected learning experience that supports their academic growth and confidence. Your generosity has truly made a lasting difference in our classroom, and we are incredibly grateful for your support.\r\nThank you again for investing in our students and helping our classroom thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1764725491791,"projectUrl":"project/expanding-horizons-a-wireless-monitor-f/9927232/","projectTitle":"Expanding Horizons: a Wireless Monitor for Every Learner!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. K.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rkhan345"},{"teacherId":54770,"projectId":9925936,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of a printer for our special education classroom. Your kindness and support have already made a meaningful difference in the daily learning experiences of our students.\r\n\r\nHaving access to a reliable printer has allowed us to create individualized learning materials, visual supports, communication tools, and hands-on activities that meet the unique needs of each student. We are now able to quickly print schedules, adapted assignments, behavior charts, and sensory resources that help our students stay engaged, confident, and successful throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nThis printer has also helped us strengthen communication between school and home by allowing us to send important updates, student work, and progress materials to families more efficiently.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has provided our classroom with more than just equipment — it has provided opportunities, accessibility, and support for students who benefit greatly from personalized instruction. We truly appreciate your investment in our students' growth and success.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making a positive impact in our classroom and in the lives of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1764686504868,"projectUrl":"project/print-their-potential-support-our-class/9925936/","projectTitle":"Print Their Potential: Support Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. K.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rkhan345"},{"teacherId":44041,"projectId":10155437,"letterContent":"My students really enjoy the new books and snacks funded for our classroom. The Dogman books are their favorite. They were so excited to receive the new Magic Tree House Books and the Babysitter Club books.\r\nMy students love to read and they go through our library quickly. So have these new books for them is really a necessity. \r\nThey were really delighted to see we go some new snacks, Nutella cups being one of their favorite treats. After a week of hard work they love having a chance to relax with each other and have something to snack on. The snacks also provide some of my students a quick breakfast.\r\nThanks again for your support and kindness. We appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1773859494041,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-up-to-a-good-book/10155437/","projectTitle":"Cozy Up to a Good Book","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nittoli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tnittoli"},{"teacherId":44041,"projectId":10126636,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping us to add new books to our library.\r\nMy students are always requesting more Dogman books and even though I have some in my library they still want more. My students like to partner read with their friends, so I need multiple copies of the same book. I just love to see them read, whether it is independently or with a friend. These new Dogman books get them reading. They are so excited to open the Dogman puzzles. \r\nThanks again for your generous donation and kindness. We appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1773876968686,"projectUrl":"project/we-need-dogman-books/10126636/","projectTitle":"We Need Dogman Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nittoli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tnittoli"},{"teacherId":54770,"projectId":9927230,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support and for providing our classroom with gift cards that allowed us to purchase differentiated learning materials. Your kindness made a meaningful difference in the daily experiences of our students. Because of your contribution, we were able to bring in resources that met students exactly where they are—whether they needed hands‑on manipulatives, leveled readers, sensory tools, or enrichment materials to stretch their thinking. These additions transformed our learning environment into a place where every child could access the curriculum in a way that felt engaging, empowering, and achievable. The impact was immediate. Students who once hesitated now approach tasks with confidence. Readers who struggled found books that matched their level and sparked their interest. Learners who needed extra support benefited from tools that helped them focus, regulate, and participate more fully. And those ready for a challenge were excited to explore new materials that deepened their curiosity. Most importantly, your generosity helped our students feel seen. They recognized that someone believed in their potential and cared enough to invest in their success. That sense of belonging and encouragement is something they will carry with them far beyond this school year. Thank you for helping us create a classroom where every child has what they need to grow, thrive, and feel proud of their progress. 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I am excited to now have a various selection of the types of books my students have shown an interest in.\r\n\r\nThese books make a huge impact in instilling a love of reading to my students.\r\nOnce again thank you for your generosity and interest in supporting my classroom.\r\n\r\nMy students LOVE the Books 💕","fullyFundedDate":1716397059603,"projectUrl":"project/spanish-books/8151135/","projectTitle":"Spanish Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mendoza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2934_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1484272008549","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2934"},{"teacherId":2934,"projectId":9804845,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to help bring needed supplies into our classroom. The pouches are going to be so helpful to hold their supplies and materials to complete their independent work. I also requested pencil pouches for the students to hold all their supplies which I will be able to put the crayons and other supplies in.\r\n\r\nThe wipe board are used frequently in math class for students to model their thinking and work out the problems. My students love using the wipe boards.\r\n\r\nBasic supplies are so important to our students and helps our classroom run smoothly.\r\n\r\nWe so appreciate your kindness and support !","fullyFundedDate":1767206570602,"projectUrl":"project/shining-mathematicians/9804845/","projectTitle":"Shining Mathematicians!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mendoza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2934_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1484272008549","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2934"},{"teacherId":2934,"projectId":9791405,"letterContent":"My students absolutely love when we get to use our smart TV, and that fact that we can move it around the room. 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PS 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden is
an urban public school
in Brooklyn, New York that is part of New York City Dept Of Ed.
It serves 491 students
in grades Pre-K - 5 with a student/teacher ratio of 11.2:1.
Its teachers have had 1,056 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
Supporting this school will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.
Public School
Title 1
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Grades Pre-K - 5
491 Students
44 Teachers
111 Berriman StContact info is sourced from our partners at MDR Education, and DonorsChoose updates our site ahead of each school year.
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95%
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PS 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden
$463,108
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teachers
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PS 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden has received support from
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710 individuals out-of-state.