{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 86 Kingbridge Heights","outOfStateSupporters":46.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10081910,"projectId":9469848,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Your generosity has already made a noticeable difference in our daily routines and the overall atmosphere of our learning space. The cleaning supplies you provided help us keep our room safe and healthy, which gives my students peace of mind and allows them to focus on learning. The new rug has instantly become the heart of our classroom—it's adorable, cozy, and has turned our morning meetings and read-alouds into something the kids genuinely look forward to.\r\n\r\nMy students were thrilled when they first saw the new toys and fidget materials. These items have been invaluable in helping them regulate their emotions, meet sensory needs, and stay engaged throughout the day. Several students who typically struggle with focus or anxiety now reach for the fidgets to help calm their bodies, and it has improved their ability to learn and participate. The toys have also become a beloved part of our reward system, motivating students to work hard and celebrate their growth in positive ways.\r\n\r\nThe chart paper and snacks you funded have helped us strengthen both our academics and our classroom community. Having snacks on hand ensures students can stay energized and ready to learn, and the chart paper allows us to create interactive lessons, anchor charts, and group activities that support collaboration. Your kindness has brought comfort, joy, and structure to our classroom, and we are so grateful for the impact you've made. Thank you for believing in our students and giving them the tools they need to thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1755715716563,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-clean-and-comfy-classroom/9469848/","projectTitle":"Creating a Clean and Comfy Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Huhne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10081910"},{"teacherId":9972903,"projectId":9529834,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom feels brighter, cozier, and more positive than ever! The new rug and poster paper have already made a noticeable difference in our second grade learning space.\r\n\r\nHow we are using the new resources:\r\nWe use the rug every day during morning meeting, read alouds, Fundations lessons, and small group work. The poster paper has been helpful for anchor charts, class notes, and group projects.\r\n\r\nTheir first reactions:\r\nWhen the students first saw the rug, they were excited to have a comfortable place to learn and gather together. They love having a special spot for lessons and activities. They love the bright colors and smiley faces!\r\n\r\nWhat is next:\r\nWe are currently working on a unit that uses many visual supports, so the poster paper will continue to help us create charts and brainstorming pages. Students will also keep using the rug as our main gathering space throughout the day.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting our class. These resources truly make learning more joyful, comfortable, and meaningful every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1755734169101,"projectUrl":"project/year-2-grade-2-starting-fresh-with-the/9529834/","projectTitle":"Year 2, Grade 2: Starting Fresh with the Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O'Shea","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9972903_orig.jpg?crop=2268,2268,x0,y756&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754225082889","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9972903"},{"teacherId":5323415,"projectId":9470737,"letterContent":"As many of you know, after eight wonderful years teaching 5th grade ENL, I made the exciting decision to transition to 3rd grade ENL—a huge change! The materials I received have truly made a difference in how this school year started and how it's unfolding. They've helped me create a welcoming, colorful, and engaging classroom where my younger learners feel comfortable and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nWe've used our arts and crafts supplies to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and to express ourselves in joyful, creative ways. Some of my students need extra support with math fluency, and the multiplication cards have made practicing these skills feel fun and approachable. After all, who doesn't love learning through play?\r\n\r\nThese resources have inspired me to make learning accessible for all my students—especially those who are still finding their confidence in reading, writing, and understanding new concepts. This journey has already been so rewarding, and thanks to your support, we're all feeling a little less nervous and a lot more joyful.","fullyFundedDate":1754321954607,"projectUrl":"project/12-lets-get-ready-for-3-third-grade/9470737/","projectTitle":"1,2, Let's Get Ready for 3 (Third Grade)!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Crespo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5323415_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1523843265488","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5323415"},{"teacherId":2972337,"projectId":8972842,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your generosity in supporting our project \"Rolling into Third Grade.\" The materials you provided have already made such a difference in our classroom. My students were so excited when they first saw them, eyes lit up and smiles filled the room! They couldn't wait to get their hands on the new resources and start exploring.\r\n\r\nWe've already been using the supplies during our math and literacy centers, and the impact has been incredible. For example, during small group work, my students used the new tools to collaborate on solving multi-step word problems. I watched as students who normally struggle with focus stayed engaged longer because the materials gave them hands-on ways to approach learning.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, my students now have opportunities to practice teamwork, critical thinking, and creativity in ways that weren't possible before. Our next goal is to build on this momentum by creating more project-based learning opportunities where students can apply what they've learned in real-world ways. None of this would be possible without your kindness and commitment to education.","fullyFundedDate":1742325637596,"projectUrl":"project/rolling-into-third-grade/8972842/","projectTitle":"Rolling into Third Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kritikos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2972337_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1504069266281","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-kritikos"},{"teacherId":6161915,"projectId":5132737,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in bringing a whiteboard easel to our classroom! Your donation has made a significant difference in our daily learning routines and classroom environment.\r\n\r\nSince its arrival, the whiteboard easel has become a central hub for instruction and collaboration. We use it during morning meetings, small group lessons, and interactive writing sessions. The students love coming up to the easel to share their thinking, solve problems, and participate in lessons in a more hands-on, visual way.\r\n\r\nHaving a mobile easel has allowed me to bring instruction directly to students, whether they're on the carpet, at tables, or working in centers. It has made our learning more flexible, engaging, and responsive to student needs.\r\n\r\nThis isn't just a piece of classroom furniture—it's a tool that helps build confidence, encourages participation, and makes learning more dynamic and fun.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make our classroom a better place to grow and learn!","fullyFundedDate":1600303141411,"projectUrl":"project/distance-learning-whiteboard-easel-for-s/5132737/","projectTitle":"Distance Learning Whiteboard Easel for Students With Disabilities","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Seaquist","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6161915_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707040122973","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cassandraseaquist"},{"teacherId":8811945,"projectId":9249595,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this important project to promote wellness among our school community! My students were so incredibly thrilled when this project funded. We begun making the wellness goodie-bags immediately when the supplied arrived. This week we started distributing the items to promote wellness. This has been a very fun community service project that has instilled within my studenets the importance and value of giving back to those in need. Without you this project would not have been able to happen. Thank you so much for helping us give back and helping me to teach the value of helping others!","fullyFundedDate":1747411218146,"projectUrl":"project/promoting-wellness-in-the-4th-grade/9249595/","projectTitle":"Promoting Wellness in the 4th grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DeFeo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8811945_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668005755762","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missdefeo"},{"teacherId":8811945,"projectId":9302994,"letterContent":"Thank you donors for funding this very important project! As soon as the materials arrived I put them all to immediate use to begin cleaning my classroom in preparation for the end of the school year. My students have worked so hard this year therefore, with your generosity through donation and with the rest of the supplies included in the project, I will now be able to throw them a big end of the year celebration! I have been able to begin setting up for the party with all of the included materials. My students are very excited to see this celebration finally come to life! Thank so much much donors for always showing your support to teachers especially during teacher appreciation week!","fullyFundedDate":1746785232352,"projectUrl":"project/end-of-year-classroom-essentials/9302994/","projectTitle":"End of Year Classroom Essentials!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DeFeo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8811945_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668005755762","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missdefeo"},{"teacherId":8811945,"projectId":9080635,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity I have been lucky enough to provide my students with the gift of art literature! I was so excited to be able to provide them with this special experience. With these new books I have begun teaching my students all of the skills they need to be creative artists and writers. Learning these skills has first started with reading about the artists themselves. My students have been gaining so inspiration already from reading these books and researching further about the artists! So far my students have been most excited to learn about the famous artists such as Monet, Van Gogh, and Michaelangelo. Thank you so much donors for giving my students and I this special opportunity!","fullyFundedDate":1746785393611,"projectUrl":"project/art-grows-the-heart-part-3/9080635/","projectTitle":"Art Grows the Heart! 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Thanks a million!","fullyFundedDate":1746699651254,"projectUrl":"project/memories-that-last-forever/9103511/","projectTitle":"Memories That Last Forever!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DeFeo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8811945_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668005755762","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missdefeo"},{"teacherId":8044989,"projectId":8731393,"letterContent":"My students have been very much enjoying all of the books and other materials which you so generously purchased for our classroom! They have enjoyed reading so much more now that they have books that spark their interest and curiosity. To watch them engaging with stories and characters they are familiar with brings me such joy! When I first opened the boxes and showed them what they received, they shouted with excitement! They have truly enjoyed the read-alouds and engaging in class discussions.","fullyFundedDate":1735572702487,"projectUrl":"project/read-dream-repeat/8731393/","projectTitle":"Read. Dream. Repeat.","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Adwalpalker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8044989_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y80&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658454101078","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8044989"},{"teacherId":8811945,"projectId":9222426,"letterContent":"The items all arrived just in time before our spring break and my students were absolutely thrilled to see our classroom filled with brand new books and treats to use today and tomorrow and look forward to when we get back from break! I have begun to transform my room into a \"starbooks\" cafe for them to get excited for reading. From the bottom of my heart, thank you so much for supporting public school education and my amazing group of learners! You are truly making a difference in our next generation of students!","fullyFundedDate":1744220799836,"projectUrl":"project/star-books-cafe-part-2/9222426/","projectTitle":"Star Books Cafe Part 2","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DeFeo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8811945_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668005755762","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missdefeo"},{"teacherId":8811945,"projectId":9209862,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this project! My focus throughout this state test prep season is to make sure the environment I create for my students is calm, organized, and filled with healthy treats to fuel their brain and give them energy throughout our long school days. I was so thrilled to welcome spring with these new items that have brought brightness and easter spirit to my classroom and my students days ahead! My students are thrilled with the new decorations and treats available to them throughout the day. They have almost finished everything already! Thank you from the bottom of my heart for supporting my students and classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1743700649380,"projectUrl":"project/spring-has-sprung/9209862/","projectTitle":"Spring Has Sprung!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DeFeo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8811945_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668005755762","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missdefeo"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_368","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1093,"numTeachers":109,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":6,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":87,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"10.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":53.8,"schoolId":368,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about PS 86 Kingbridge Heights on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"PS 86 Kingbridge Heights","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/ps-86-kingbridge-heights/368"}