{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins","outOfStateSupporters":26.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10258081,"projectId":9710100,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has transformed into a more comfortable, flexible, and engaging learning space. My students are already using the new seating options during independent work, partner activities, and small-group instruction. One of my favorite moments so far was watching a group of students gather around each other in their flexible seating choices, excitedly discussing their Volume math project while choosing seats that helped them focus. They were so proud to collaborate in a space that felt \"grown up\" and truly theirs.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the students lit up with excitement. Many immediately gravitated toward the flexible seating, trying different spots and sharing which ones helped them feel relaxed or focused. Several students who often struggle to stay engaged during independent work settled quickly, showing how much the new environment is helping them feel comfortable and confident. Your support has created an atmosphere where students feel valued, supported, and eager to learn.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, these resources will continue to support our ongoing lessons in Writing and Math. The flexible seating will remain a key part of our daily routines—especially during writing workshops and hands-on math tasks. Your generosity has made a lasting impact, and we look forward to sharing even more growth, creativity, and success that these new tools will inspire in the months ahead.","fullyFundedDate":1758050382686,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-brighter-comfier-classroom/9710100/","projectTitle":"Building a Brighter, Comfier Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Miniero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10258081_orig.jpg?crop=1266,1266,x470,y401&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757693435720","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10258081"},{"teacherId":8953447,"projectId":9750936,"letterContent":"The selection of items from this donors choose have helped create structure and routine in the classroom by serving as tools for both independent and group learning. Manipulatives supported early math concepts, fine-motor toys strengthened hand coordination for writing readiness, and dramatic-play items allowed students to explore emotions and social roles in a safe environment. These experiences not only supported academic readiness but also built the social-emotional foundation children need for future success. Overall, toys enriched your classroom by turning everyday play into meaningful learning moments.\r\n\r\nYour support means more than words can express, and it will make a meaningful difference in our Pre-K classroom. Because of your kindness, my students will have access to new tools and materials that spark curiosity, support hands-on learning, and help them grow socially, emotionally, and academically. Your contribution is not just a gift to our classroom—it's an investment in the bright futures of our youngest learners. We are truly grateful for your generosity and belief in our students.","fullyFundedDate":1760721019809,"projectUrl":"project/made-in-prek/9750936/","projectTitle":"Made in PreK","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kristin Casaletto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8953447_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690575121855","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8953447"},{"teacherId":8649430,"projectId":9541791,"letterContent":"Marble runs are an excellent hands-on STEM project that helps students engage with the Engineering Design Process by encouraging them to imagine, plan, create, test, and improve their designs. Students explore fundamental Science concepts such as gravity, friction, and the conversion of potential energy to kinetic energy as they observe the marble's motion. They apply Mathematics when calculating angles of ramps and estimating distances to control the marble's speed and path. Most importantly, the constant need for trial and error fosters crucial critical thinking and problem-solving skills as students troubleshoot why their marble falls off or gets stuck, leading to deeper understanding and creative innovation.","fullyFundedDate":1755697718772,"projectUrl":"project/stream-learning-materials/9541791/","projectTitle":"STREAM Learning Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lindsay Piñeiro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8649430"},{"teacherId":10187912,"projectId":9621666,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart. This new laptop has transformed the way I plan and deliver lessons by allowing me to create more engaging, interactive activities that truly meet my students' needs. Many of our donors may use technology at home, but in the classroom it becomes a powerful tool for differentiation, creativity, and connection. With this laptop, I'm able to design lessons that incorporate multimedia, real-time feedback, and visually rich content that keeps students motivated and excited to learn. The new whiteboards and markers have also made a big difference as they allow students to practice new strategies in a hands-on, immediate way. Whether we're modeling phonics skills, solving math problems, or brainstorming writing ideas, students have more opportunities to actively participate and show their thinking.\r\n\r\nWhat excites my students most is how these new tools give them ownership over their learning. They love coming up to the fresh whiteboards to participate in guided lessons, and I've already seen quieter students become more confident when they have the chance to write, erase, and try again. Several of my students who struggle with attention have especially benefited from the interactive elements these materials bring. They are able to practice skills in a visual and tactile way keeps them engaged and focused. Overall, these resources have brought new energy into our classroom and have opened the door for more creativity, collaboration, and joyful learning every single day.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generosity. Your support is truly making a meaningful difference in our classroom every single day","fullyFundedDate":1755698407913,"projectUrl":"project/boards-and-bytes-math-delights/9621666/","projectTitle":"Boards and Bytes, Math Delights!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pietrunti","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10187912"},{"teacherId":9367552,"projectId":9637234,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has truly become the reading home I dreamed of creating for my students. The cozy rug transformed our class library into a welcoming spot where book clubs gather each day to read, share, and grow together. The new sets of novels, like Wonder, The Wild Robot, The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe, and Tuck Everlasting, have sparked incredible conversations during our mini-lessons and book discussions. Students are learning to identify themes, analyze characters, and support their thinking with text evidence, all while developing a genuine love for literature.\r\n\r\nReading time now feels alive with curiosity and excitement. Students meet in small groups around the rug, leaning in to share their ideas and discoveries. During reading stations, they rotate through book clubs, fluency practice, book projects, and reading goal work, applying the skills we've learned in our mini-lessons using our new novels. The novel A Series of Unfortunate Events captivated them so much that they couldn't wait to dive into the next thirteen books in the collection we have received. Every student is deeply engaged, laughing, debating, and connecting through stories. Many of them are already eager to finish one book so that they can start another!\r\n\r\nYour donation didn't just give us books and a rug; it built a community of readers who feel inspired, valued, and connected. My students walk into class each day excited to see what's next in their novels, and I see their confidence and joy growing with every page they turn. Thank you for making our classroom a warm, vibrant place where book clubs truly thrive.\r\n\r\nWith Heartfelt Gratitude,\r\nMrs. Ritzer","fullyFundedDate":1757085613273,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-reading-space-where-book-club/9637234/","projectTitle":"Building a Reading Space Where Book Clubs Thrive!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ritzer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9367552_orig.jpg?crop=1333,1333,x312,y606&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755327659746","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9367552"},{"teacherId":8649430,"projectId":9541597,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your incredible generosity! Your contribution has allowed us to purchase outstanding curriculum materials and resources from the Teachers Pay Teachers platform, and they are already making a huge difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nHow We're Using the New Resources\r\nThe gift card has opened up a wealth of challenging and engaging lessons, particularly for engineering and STEM challenges. My students are diving into complex concepts using interactive, hands-on materials that were simply not available to us before.\r\n\r\nSpecific Classroom Moment: The Marshmallow Challenge\r\n\r\nWe recently tackled a rigorous STEM Challenge we purchased, which required students to build the tallest freestanding structure capable of supporting a marshmallow on top, using only dry spaghetti, tape, and string. This wasn't just about building; the materials included detailed constraints, budget tracking sheets, and a collaborative rubric.\r\n\r\nThe Result: The level of critical thinking and teamwork was amazing. I watched as one group quickly failed on their first two designs. Instead of giving up, they used the new reference material print-outs we bought on structural integrity to completely redesign their base, leading to a successful, stable structure on their third try! This shift from simple trial-and-error to informed engineering design is exactly the kind of deep learning your gift made possible.\r\n\r\nStudents' First Reaction\r\nWhen I first introduced the new STEM challenge materials—the vibrant educational print-outs, the detailed simulation worksheets, and the organized instructions—the students were immediately engaged and excited.\r\n\r\nTheir reaction was overwhelmingly positive: \"This looks like real engineering work!\" and \"Can we do this every week?\" They loved the professional look of the resources and the clear, step-by-step nature of the challenges. It truly elevated their perception of the project from a simple craft to a serious engineering task.\r\n\r\nWhat's Next?\r\nOur current project momentum is strong! The students just finished their initial design challenges, and the next step is to apply their learning to a real-world scenario.\r\n\r\nNext Steps: We will be using a new interactive lesson simulation we acquired to explore how different geographical factors (like wind, earthquakes, and soil type) affect structural stability. Students will have to take their successful Marshmallow Challenge design and adapt it to withstand these \"virtual disasters\" within the simulation, justifying their material and design choices based on the scientific principles they've learned.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has truly energized our curriculum and empowered our students to think like real scientists and engineers. We look forward to sharing more updates soon!","fullyFundedDate":1755697718644,"projectUrl":"project/stream-activities/9541597/","projectTitle":"Stream Activities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lindsay Piñeiro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8649430"},{"teacherId":7740534,"projectId":9532499,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for helping bring our project, Creating a Comfortable, Focused Space for Learning & Planning, to life. The difference your generosity has made in our classroom is truly inspiring.\r\nOur new flexible seating and organizational materials have completely transformed our learning environment. The space now feels warm, inviting, and calm — a place where students can truly focus, collaborate, and feel comfortable being themselves. What once was a traditional classroom now feels more like a creative studio where ideas flow and students are excited to learn.\r\nThe students are especially drawn to the new seating choices — they love being able to choose where they feel most comfortable working. Some prefer the cozy corner for independent reading, while others thrive at the collaborative tables when working on projects. This autonomy has helped them take ownership of their learning in ways I hadn't seen before.\r\nOne of my students who used to have trouble settling into work now starts the day by choosing a seat that helps him feel grounded and focused. It's amazing how a simple shift in environment can have such a positive effect on engagement and confidence.\r\nThis project didn't just add furniture — it added peace, choice, and pride to our classroom community. Thank you for believing in the power of environment to shape learning and for helping me create a space where my students can shine.","fullyFundedDate":1754604374267,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-comfortable-focused-space-fo/9532499/","projectTitle":"Creating a Comfortable, Focused Space for Learning & Planning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bernhardt's Classroom","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7740534_orig.png?crop=400,400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1611857778266","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7740534"},{"teacherId":5986814,"projectId":9686885,"letterContent":"Our class has been putting the new resources to great use through a hands-on, inquiry-based science project centered around environmental sustainability. When the new materials first arrived—such as lab equipment, data sensors, and observation tools—the students were filled with excitement and curiosity. Many eagerly explored the tools right away, brainstorming creative ways to integrate them into our lessons and projects.​\r\n\r\nA Specific Classroom Project\r\nOne standout project involved studying how different environmental factors affect plant growth. Using the new lab materials, students designed their own experiments by varying conditions like light, soil type, and water levels. They collected data, graphed their results, and presented their findings in a mini science fair-style showcase. The combination of real tools and independent design gave them a sense of ownership and authentic scientific practice.​\r\n\r\nStudent Reactions\r\nWhen students first saw the new equipment, their reaction was pure enthusiasm. They immediately wanted to test, measure, and explore. Several mentioned that it made them feel like \"real scientists.\" That curiosity quickly turned into teamwork and sustained focus during project sessions, transforming the classroom atmosphere into one of productive exploration.​\r\n\r\nNext Steps\r\nOur next phase builds on these experiments by extending into a unit on environmental stewardship. Students will conduct research on local ecological issues—such as waste management or water conservation—and propose solutions using their new tools. They'll gather real-world data, create public-awareness materials, and present their proposals to the school community. 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This technology has quickly become one of their favorite parts of the classroom, blending storytelling, imagination, and social-emotional learning in a way that feels like magic to them.\r\n\r\nWith the Toniebox, students can choose a character, listen to its stories, and engage with lessons about kindness, friendship, and empathy. They're not just hearing stories—they're feeling them. Through the gentle lessons embedded in each narrative, children learn to recognize emotions, talk about how others might feel, and practice being compassionate toward their classmates.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting things for our students is having the power to control their own listening experience. For many of them, it's the first time they can choose a story independently. We've seen shy students light up as they explain what happened in their favorite story or help a friend pick a new Tonie character. It's sparking conversations about caring, sharing, and understanding differences—skills that will help them far beyond our classroom walls.\r\n\r\nFor our youngest learners, the Toniebox is more than technology—it's a tool for building hearts and minds. By connecting storytelling, play, and emotional learning, it's helping our Pre-K 4 children become not only better listeners but kinder friends.","fullyFundedDate":1760210499353,"projectUrl":"project/sound-stories-inspiring-young-voices/9788174/","projectTitle":"Sound Stories: Inspiring Young Voices","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sliger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6992913_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760396342016","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sliger"},{"teacherId":6157004,"projectId":9576532,"letterContent":"This project has transformed my school's library program by giving every student the comfort and confidence to participate fully in computer science and digital literacy lessons. With ECR4Kids The Surf Portable Lap Desks and hands-on tools, students work collaboratively, stay engaged, and explore technology with newfound enthusiasm. Flexible seating and sensory supports have created a welcoming environment for all learners, allowing even my most reluctant students to focus and succeed.\r\n\r\nThe TIME For Kids magazines and digital resources have enriched our lessons, sparking curiosity and pairing reading skills with real-world tech topics using a variety of media sources. The document camera has made demonstrations accessible to every child, ensuring no one misses out on important instructions or sharing moments. Because of your generosity, my Title 1 students feel valued and empowered—unlocking critical skills and creativity as they discover new passions in computer science.","fullyFundedDate":1755626494608,"projectUrl":"project/click-code-create-empowering-k-2-comp/9576532/","projectTitle":"Click, Code, Create! Empowering K-2 Computer Science Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Knight","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6157004_orig.jpg?crop=2076,2076,x239,y308&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1679604410097","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6157004"},{"teacherId":9400199,"projectId":9600127,"letterContent":"Words can't express how truly lucky my classes are to have people invest in their learning experiences, supplies, materials, hands on activities, and so much more! Because of you they have had the experience of a life time in just the first few weeks of school. They watched quails and chicks hatch right before their eyes. Some students cheered, some were frozen in amazement, some cried from pure joy, but all eyes were filled with happiness. They will have this memory to remember and share with others for the rest of their lives. They have been able to learn about teamwork and hard work. We are so grateful and thankful to everyone who has donated to help the kids grow and learn through life experiences. Thank you again from the bottom of my heart.","fullyFundedDate":1758865619491,"projectUrl":"project/stream-dream-room/9600127/","projectTitle":"Stream Dream Room","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Thanasoulis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9400199_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1701613114549","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9400199"},{"teacherId":9400199,"projectId":9459620,"letterContent":"Words can't express how truly lucky my classes are to have people invest in their learning experiences, supplies, materials, hands on activities, and so much more! Because of you they have had the experience of a life time in just the first few weeks of school. They watched quails and chicks hatch right before their eyes. 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