{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 40 Samuel Huntington","outOfStateSupporters":24.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10067842,"projectId":10275062,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of headphones to our classroom! Your kindness and support have made a wonderful difference in our students' daily learning experiences. Because of your generosity, our students can now enjoy a more personalized and engaging learning environment that supports their individual needs and helps them grow as independent learners.\r\n\r\nThe headphones allow our students to read independently while listening to stories, following along with audiobooks, and participating in digital reading activities. Students can focus on their own learning without distractions, helping them build reading skills, strengthen comprehension, and develop a love for reading. Each student can work at their own pace and choose learning experiences that best support their needs and interests.","fullyFundedDate":1778808103907,"projectUrl":"project/hear-to-learn/10275062/","projectTitle":"Hear to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Valembrun","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10067842_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754599498190","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10067842"},{"teacherId":10067842,"projectId":10251584,"letterContent":"We would like to send a huge and heartfelt thank you to all of the amazing donors who contributed to our classroom's daily essentials! Your generosity and support have already made such a positive impact on our students, teachers, and classrooms. Thanks to you, our students were able to have a wonderful first few weeks of school and start the year with many of the materials they need to learn, grow, and be successful.\r\n\r\nYour donations have helped our teachers transform their classrooms into welcoming, organized, and engaging learning environments. The ink and laminating sheets have allowed teachers to create and prepare classroom materials, learning resources, student activities, visuals, and so much more. These may seem like simple supplies, but they are things that teachers use constantly to make learning more accessible, engaging, and exciting for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1778499376294,"projectUrl":"project/daily-essentials/10251584/","projectTitle":"Daily Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Valembrun","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10067842_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754599498190","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10067842"},{"teacherId":9275010,"projectId":8761405,"letterContent":"This project has helped my second-grade students become more engaged, confident, and excited about learning. The new technology and classroom resources provide interactive opportunities for students to practice skills, explore new concepts, and receive support in ways that meet their individual learning needs.\r\n\r\nMy students are especially excited because these tools make learning more hands-on, creative, and enjoyable. Students who were once hesitant to participate are now more motivated to try, ask questions, and take ownership of their learning. Thank you for helping my students grow and succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1736465849105,"projectUrl":"project/first-year-teacher-needs-help/8761405/","projectTitle":"First Year Teacher Needs Help","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Delcid","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9275010_orig.jpg?crop=978,978,x191,y156&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727312784323","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9275010"},{"teacherId":5943860,"projectId":6772600,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Super Scholar Storage\" project. My students were beyond excited when they first saw the new storage organizers for their seats. They immediately began exploring their space, placing their books, pencils, and supplies inside, and proudly taking ownership of their own learning area. It was a powerful moment to see even our youngest scholars recognize that they now had a special place just for their materials.\r\n\r\nWe are already using the organizers daily during reading, writing, and math lessons. With limited space in our classroom and up to 32 students, having these storage solutions has made a tremendous difference. Students can now access books, writing tools, and learning materials right at their seats without interrupting instruction or relying on shared classroom bins. One of our recent writing lessons was especially successful—students were able to quickly grab their pencils and notebooks, stay focused longer, and independently manage their materials throughout the entire activity.\r\n\r\nThe next step in our classroom is to continue building strong habits of independence and organization. As we move deeper into our literacy and math units, students will be responsible for maintaining their own supplies and using them to complete more complex, hands-on tasks. This project is helping lay the foundation for responsibility, focus, and confidence—skills that will support them far beyond the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1661815419444,"projectUrl":"project/super-scholar-storage/6772600/","projectTitle":"Super Scholar Storage","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Denaga","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5943860_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1569030233241","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-vstein"},{"teacherId":10067842,"projectId":9555242,"letterContent":"We are deeply grateful to our generous donors for their incredible contributions to our classroom. Your support has provided us with a printer, an essential tool that plays a pivotal role in both teaching and learning. The printer allows me to efficiently prepare and distribute materials, ensuring that every student has access to the resources they need. Whether it's printing worksheets, assignments, or important announcements, this tool makes it possible to create a smooth and organized learning environment. For students, having these printed resources readily available helps support their engagement and provides them with consistent access to the materials they need to succeed.\r\n\r\nIn addition to the printer, the donation of chart paper has been invaluable in fostering a literacy-rich environment. Chart paper has allowed us to create vibrant anchor charts that are displayed throughout the classroom, which students refer to regularly. These visual aids reinforce key concepts, vocabulary, and strategies, making learning more accessible and interactive. By seeing and revisiting these charts, students are able to independently review important lessons and stay connected to what we are working on. Thanks to your contributions, our classroom is equipped with the tools to enhance learning, promote independence, and create an enriching educational experience for all students.","fullyFundedDate":1757251324825,"projectUrl":"project/bright-beginnings/9555242/","projectTitle":"Bright Beginnings","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Valembrun","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10067842_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754599498190","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10067842"},{"teacherId":9316037,"projectId":9410467,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! The materials included in this project—pencils, erasers, whiteboard markers, and individual whiteboards—have already made a tremendous impact on our daily instruction and student engagement.\r\n\r\nMy students were thrilled when they first saw the new supplies. Many of them immediately began testing out the individual whiteboards, excited to have their own space to practice math problems, jot down ideas, and participate more confidently. One moment that truly stood out was during our first math lesson with the new materials: students who are usually hesitant raised their boards high with big smiles, proud of their work. The whiteboards created an instant shift in participation, making it easier for every student to stay involved and receive quick feedback.\r\n\r\nWe've already begun using the materials for interactive lessons, partner activities, and quick checks for understanding. These tools help students stay focused and give them a hands-on way to demonstrate their thinking.\r\n\r\nOur next steps involve expanding these strategies into a project where students will use their whiteboards for daily math warm-ups and literacy practice. We're also planning collaborative group challenges where students solve problems together using the materials you helped provide.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and support. Your generosity has brought excitement, confidence, and meaningful learning opportunities to our classroom. My students and I are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1758898939283,"projectUrl":"project/essential-supplies-for-essential-learnin/9410467/","projectTitle":"Essential Supplies for Essential Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Warren","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9316037_orig.jpg?crop=289,289,x4,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777685706101","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9316037"},{"teacherId":5943860,"projectId":5245120,"letterContent":"Since receiving this project's support, my students have experienced a noticeable shift in how confidently they can engage with technology-based learning. Each child now has access to a computer mouse, which has made navigating their DOE-funded laptops far more manageable than using the trackpad alone.\r\nIn Pre-K, even simple tasks like clicking, dragging, and resizing objects in Google Slides can be a major challenge with small hands and developing fine motor skills. The introduction of mice has made these tasks significantly more accessible. Students are now able to complete digital assignments with greater independence, less frustration, and more success. This has allowed more instructional time to focus on learning goals rather than troubleshooting how to use the device.\r\nWhat excites the students most is the sense of control and independence they now feel. They love being able to move objects on the screen with ease, and many are proudly showing their peers what they can do. It has turned what once felt like a barrier into an engaging, hands-on learning experience.\r\nSeveral students who previously avoided or struggled with technology tasks have especially benefited. Children who were hesitant or frustrated with the trackpad are now actively participating and eager to complete digital activities. 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