{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins","outOfStateSupporters":26.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5261082,"projectId":10045971,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project! Because of your kindness, our classroom now has headphones that will make a meaningful difference in our students' daily learning experiences. We are incredibly grateful for your contribution and for believing in our students.\r\nThese headphones will allow our second graders to fully engage in a variety of learning activities. Whether they are listening to stories, practicing reading fluency, working on phonics programs, or completing interactive math lessons, having their own headphones helps them stay focused and minimizes distractions. It also gives each child the opportunity to learn at their own pace, building both confidence and independence.\r\nOur students especially enjoy listening to books and digital stories, and these headphones will give them the chance to revisit their favorite texts again and again. This repeated exposure strengthens comprehension skills and fosters a genuine love for reading. In addition, the headphones create a more peaceful and productive classroom environment, allowing all students to concentrate and succeed.\r\nYour generosity goes far beyond the materials you provided—you are helping to create opportunities for growth, engagement, and joy in learning. Donations like yours make it possible for teachers to meet the diverse needs of their students and bring meaningful resources into the classroom.\r\nPlease know how much we appreciate your support. You have made a lasting impact on our students, and we are so thankful to have caring donors like you. Thank you for helping us create a positive and enriching learning environment!","fullyFundedDate":1773837860620,"projectUrl":"project/plug-in-learn-headphones-for-my-stude/10045971/","projectTitle":"Plug In & Learn! Headphones for My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sansone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5261082"},{"teacherId":365710,"projectId":9779901,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and our entire school community, I want to send a heartfelt thank you for your incredible generosity. Because of your support, our physical education program is now equipped with indoor soccer balls, frisbees, basketballs and much more.\r\nI wish you could have been in the gym when we unveiled the new gear. To say their faces lit up would be an understatement—the pure joy and excitement were unmistakable. For many of our students, having access to \"the good stuff\" makes them feel seen, valued, and truly motivated to stay active.\r\nBeyond just the fun, this equipment provides:\r\nSkill Development: Students can now practice with tools that actually work properly, building their confidence and coordination.\r\nIncreased Inclusion: With more equipment to go around, every child gets more \"active time\" rather than waiting in line for a turn.\r\nSchool Pride: Seeing new, high-quality resources in their space has given the kids a renewed sense of pride in their physical education.\r\nYour investment goes far beyond sports; you are helping us build a foundation for healthy habits and teamwork that will last these students a lifetime.\r\nThank you for believing in our kids and for making such a tangible difference in their daily lives.l","fullyFundedDate":1767246277204,"projectUrl":"project/project-play/9779901/","projectTitle":"Project Play!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Dictenberg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/365710"},{"teacherId":257237,"projectId":9851124,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for sponsoring my project, Reading Nook Needed. My students, all of whom are English language learners, love coming to work in my room. They like the quietness of it. Now, with the reading nook furnished with a comfortable couch and two giant cozy bean bag chairs, they feel ever more at ease while reading, working on writing or just conversing with each other. The writing center gives them the opportunity to draw pictures, write notes or use the computer to help assist them with their tasks. \r\n\r\nIt is the generosity of donors like you who help make our classrooms feel like a second home to our students. We truly appreciate your funding for this project. It has not only transformed my classroom, but has also infused a different level of excitement in my students.","fullyFundedDate":1768512537422,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-reading-nook-needed/9851124/","projectTitle":"Cozy Reading Nook Needed!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Amitrano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp257237_orig.jpg?crop=115,115,x0,y27&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768605374407","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/257237"},{"teacherId":5261082,"projectId":10001074,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project. Because of your kindness, our classroom now has a MacBook Air, which will make a meaningful difference in our students' learning every day.\r\nThis technology will allow students to research, write, create, and collaborate in ways that build important 21st-century skills. It also helps ensure that all students have access to the tools they need to succeed and feel confident in their learning.\r\nWe are truly grateful for your support, belief in our students, and commitment to education. Your generosity is making a lasting impact in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768508370626,"projectUrl":"project/apple-laptop-powering-every-classroom/10001074/","projectTitle":"Apple Laptop: Powering Every Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sansone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5261082"},{"teacherId":5986814,"projectId":10010510,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students and I have been putting our new resources to wonderful use every day. We've incorporated them into a hands-on science unit where students design and test their own small-scale experiments. One recent favorite project involved measuring how different light sources affect plant growth—something we couldn't have done without this new equipment. It's been incredible to see students not only engage with the materials but also grow in confidence as young scientists who can plan, test, and interpret data independently.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the boxes arrive, their excitement filled the room. They eagerly unpacked every item, discussing how they might use each tool and sharing ideas for future projects. That spark of curiosity and genuine enthusiasm reminded me exactly why these resources matter so much—because they make learning tangible and real.\r\n\r\nNext, we're expanding our work by exploring sustainability and environmental design. Students will use what they've learned to build mini eco-friendly models—combining art, science, and engineering. Your support has opened doors for creativity and discovery that will stay with them far beyond this classroom. From all of us here, thank you for helping make learning come alive.","fullyFundedDate":1771355295314,"projectUrl":"project/hands-hearts-art-strengthening-classr/10010510/","projectTitle":"Hands, Hearts &Art: Strengthening Classroom Community to Show Compassion","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kristin Casaletto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5986814_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757072935025","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5986814"},{"teacherId":6157004,"projectId":9674964,"letterContent":"The new materials have changed how our students use the library. When the boxes arrived, the students were eager to see what was inside. For many of our K-3 learners, these are the first STEM tools they have used. We began using the resources immediately to teach basic computer science. In a recent project, students used the pixel art kits to learn how digital images are made. One group worked together to build a grid, showing how small blocks of color create a larger picture. This helped them understand data representation through physical work.\r\n\r\nThese tools are now part of our weekly lessons. Students use the building kits and Play-Doh to practice \"algorithms\" by creating and following step-by-step instructions. Our next step is a project where students will design models to solve simple engineering problems. They will work in pairs to test their designs and share what they learned with the class. These activities give all of our students the chance to build the technical skills they will need in the future.","fullyFundedDate":1763578022832,"projectUrl":"project/inspiring-young-makers-with-storytelling/9674964/","projectTitle":"Inspiring Young Makers with Storytelling, STEM, and Play","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":8649430,"projectId":9917443,"letterContent":"A huge thank you for the classroom essentials! Your gift of pencils and art supplies ensures every student has the tools they need to succeed and express themselves. The addition of crayons and markers brings a much-needed splash of color to our daily environment. For many students, visual expression is their strongest form of communication. When we annotate a text with bright colors or map out a scientific cycle using a rainbow of markers, the information \"sticks\" in a way that plain black ink simply cannot match. These art supplies allow students to take pride in their work, turning a standard worksheet into a vibrant portfolio piece they are excited to show their families. You haven't just given us \"supplies\"; you've given us the ability to make our ideas visible and beautiful. We are so grateful for your kindness!\"","fullyFundedDate":1765473983922,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials/9917443/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lindsay Piñeiro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8649430"},{"teacherId":6992913,"projectId":9837331,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for generously supporting our Pre-K classroom with these incredible Lakeshore Learning materials! Thanks to you, my students and I have been using the new resources every single day to spark dramatic play, build language skills, and dive into early STEM exploration in ways that truly reflect our diverse classroom community. We've transformed our centers with your donations: the Lakeshore Block Play People – Complete Set has turned our block area into a bustling \"neighborhood,\" where children build homes, parks, and stores, then populate them with figures that look just like themselves, their siblings, and community members. The Best-Buy Multicultural Play Food Assortment will inspire a rotating \"restaurant\" in dramatic play, with students joyfully role-playing as cooks, cashiers, and customers while naming familiar foods from home. Mix & Match Magnetic Families helps us celebrate all kinds of families; kids create \"their\" family on the board and share stories about what they love to do together. Magnetic Wands - Set of 12 and Magnetic Translucent Chips introduce science words like \"attract,\" \"push,\" and \"pull,\" while also letting children sort colors and practice counting. The Magnetic Wonder Tiles® - Community Helpers pair perfectly with our community unit, matching tools to jobs before kids act them out with the Block Play People as firefighters, mail carriers, and doctors.\r\n\r\nOne magical moment was watching a group build a \"hospital\" with blocks, select Block Play People matching their own appearances, and use the Community Helpers tiles to assign roles—doctor, nurse, patient—as they cared for everyone in their creation. When the boxes arrived, my Pre-K babies gasped in excitement, clapping and guessing what treasures were inside. They crowded around the Block Play People and play food, exclaiming, \"That looks like my family!\" or \"We eat this at my house!\" The magnetic items brought giggles as chips leaped to the wands—it was pure wonder!\r\n\r\nYour support keeps the learning going. In our community unit, students will design a full \"community map\" with blocks, Block Play People, and Community Helpers tiles, including homes, workplaces, libraries, and parks. During language time, we'll use the play food and Magnetic Families for storytelling sessions, where kids build scenes and dictate tales about family meals or celebrations. For science, we'll experiment with the wands and chips: predicting, counting, and drawing how many each wand picks up. Because of you, my students see themselves reflected in our classroom, gaining confidence in language, social skills, and problem-solving every day. You've given them tools for joy, growth, and connection—we are endlessly grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1770262564328,"projectUrl":"project/magnetic-communities-building-inclusion/9837331/","projectTitle":"Magnetic Communities: Building Inclusion and Imagination Through Play","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":10309043,"projectId":9934349,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous gift of a Toniebox and figurines for our 3K classroom. Your kindness has made a noticeable difference in my students' learning and in the overall feeling of our room each day.\r\nThe Toniebox quickly became a favorite part of our routine. Children who were hesitant to engage with books are now eager to gather on the carpet, choose a figurine, and listen closely to the stories and songs. As they listen, we see them building stronger listening skills, expanding their vocabulary, and using new words in their conversations and play.\r\nYour gift has helped foster a love of stories and learning at a very early age. Our students feel proud when they can independently choose a figurine, start the Toniebox, and share in a listening experience with their friends. You have given them not just a device, but countless moments of joy and curiosity.\r\nMost importantly, the Toniebox has also become a source of connection for my little learners. Being able to record myself reading class books that we created together that feature the students' names and pictures has given me another way to let each and every one of my students know that they belong in our classroom.\r\nOn behalf of my 3K students and our classroom team, thank you for believing in our youngest readers and for investing in their growth. Your generosity will continue to impact them long after this school year!","fullyFundedDate":1764621605485,"projectUrl":"project/storytime-magic-help-bring-a-toniebox-t/9934349/","projectTitle":"Storytime Magic: Help Bring a Toniebox to Our Pre-K Library!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mangialomini","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10309043"},{"teacherId":365710,"projectId":9780180,"letterContent":"On behalf of our 4th and 5th-grade students and the entire physical education department, I would like to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous donation of tennis and pickleball equipment.\r\nYour support will transform our recess and PE blocks into a vibrant hub of activity. Before this contribution, many of our students had never held a paddle or a racquet. This Spring they will learn the fundamentals of hand-eye coordination, teamwork, and sportsmanship through two of the fastest-growing sports in the country.\r\nThe impact on our students has been remarkable:\r\nIncreased Engagement: Our 4th and 5th graders are more eager than ever to get moving. The addition of pickleball, in particular, has leveled the playing field, allowing students of all athletic abilities to participate and succeed together.\r\nSkill Development: Beyond the physical benefits, these sports are teaching our students strategic thinking and patience. Watching a student master their first serve or engage in a long rally has been a highlight of our school year.\r\nBuilding Community: This equipment has encouraged positive social interaction. We have seen new friendships form across classrooms as students organize their own matches and cheer one another on.\r\nYour investment in our school does more than just provide gear; it provides our children with the opportunity to discover new passions and develop healthy habits that will last a lifetime.\r\nThank you for your commitment to our students' health and happiness. We look forward to seeing our young athletes continue to grow, thanks to your kindness.\r\nWith sincere appreciation,\r\nMr.D","fullyFundedDate":1764719166932,"projectUrl":"project/racquet-sports-where-legends-are-born/9780180/","projectTitle":"Racquet Sports: Where Legends Are Born","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Dictenberg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/365710"},{"teacherId":8649430,"projectId":9841343,"letterContent":"I wanted to share a heartfelt update on how your generosity is transforming our classroom. Because of your support, we've introduced Bee-Bots—bright, bee-shaped robots—into our daily routines. While these may look like toys, they have become one of the most powerful teaching tools I've ever used.\r\n\r\nHere is a glimpse into the incredible impact this project has had on our students:\r\n\r\nHow Technology is Helping Our Students Learn\r\nFor a young child, \"coding\" isn't about sitting at a laptop; it's about computational thinking. The Bee-Bot allows students to take abstract concepts—like sequencing, logic, and directional language—and turn them into something physical.\r\n\r\nProblem-Solving: If a student wants the Bee-Bot to reach a specific \"flower\" on a map, they must plan a series of steps (forward, forward, turn, forward). When the Bee-Bot ends up in the wrong spot, they don't see it as a failure; they see it as a \"bug\" to be fixed, which builds incredible resilience.\r\n\r\nCross-Curricular Skills: We use the bots to practice everything from math (counting out steps) to literacy (navigating to specific letters to spell words).\r\n\r\nWhat Excites the Students Most\r\nThe most exciting part for the students is the immediate feedback. When they press the \"GO\" button, there is a hush of anticipation. When the Bee-Bot beeps and blinks upon reaching its destination, the room erupts in cheers. They love the \"See & Say\" features—the way the bot responds to their commands makes it feel like a teammate rather than just a machine. It turns a standard lesson into a high-stakes, joyful mission.\r\n\r\nStudents Who Have Specially Warmed to the Technology\r\nWe've seen some remarkable breakthroughs, particularly with two groups of students:\r\n\r\nThe \"Reluctant\" Learners: Students who often struggle with traditional worksheets have completely opened up. The hands-on nature of the Bee-Bot removes the \"fear of the blank page.\" One student, who usually hesitates to speak in class, has become a \"Lead Engineer,\" confidently explaining to peers how many 90-degree turns are needed to navigate a maze.\r\n\r\nCollaborative Groups: Because the Bee-Bot lives on the floor, it naturally encourages teamwork. Students who previously preferred to work alone are now huddled together, negotiating paths and sharing the responsibility of \"programming\" the buttons.\r\n\r\nYour contribution hasn't just given us \"gadgets\"—it has given my students a sense of agency over technology. They are no longer just passive observers of screens; they are the creators and the problem-solvers.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1764783068112,"projectUrl":"project/bee-bots-for-elementary-students/9841343/","projectTitle":"Bee Bots for Elementary Students","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":9932607,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students are using these new resources every single day during Writing Workshop. They use them to plan their stories, organize their ideas, and revise their work with more independence and confidence. Recently, while working on persuasive writing pieces, I watched students use the materials to outline their opinions and support them with strong reasons. One student excitedly said, \"This helps me know what to write next!\" When the boxes first arrived, their eyes lit up and they immediately asked, \"Are these really for us?\" The excitement in the room was unforgettable!\r\n\r\nNext, we're using these tools to deepen our writing by focusing on adding details, strengthening introductions, and giving thoughtful peer feedback while they utilize their writing station. Students are beginning to publish their pieces and share them with authentic audiences, which has been such a powerful motivator. 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