{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS226 @ PS185","outOfStateSupporters":37.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5826910,"projectId":9867764,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the donations you have made to help make our therapy room a more calming and regulating work space for our students. The zipper bags and stacking containers has already made a tremendous difference in the flow and accessibility of the space.\r\nBy sorting our activities and equipment into the zipper puzzle bags, you've made it so much easier for us to grab exactly what we need for each student without losing time searching through supplies. The stacking containers have created a clean, structured system that keeps everything visible, orderly, and easy to maintain. These touches may seem small, but they truly enhance our ability to run effective, engaging, and supportive sessions. Our students are gaining independence because they are learning to get their own supplies and materials for sessions since they are clearly visible and labeled for them to get from the supplies closet. Games and Puzzles which were not as frequently used because of difficulty of access became like new again as kids rediscovered them.\r\nThank you for helping create a space that is calm, functional, and student‑centered. Your effort has a daily impact, and it is deeply appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1764698776589,"projectUrl":"project/organize-to-learn/9867764/","projectTitle":"Organize to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Valle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5826910_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1544064535477","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/daniellevalledpt"},{"teacherId":5826910,"projectId":9661767,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of paper and paint materials for our students. Your support has made a truly meaningful difference in our school community.\r\nIn our student population, hands-on, sensory-rich learning experiences are essential. Many of my students rely on tactile materials to build communication skills, strengthen fine motor abilities, and express themselves in ways that words alone cannot capture. For some, painting provides a calming sensory experience; for others, it is a chance to build independence and confidence by completing projects they are proud of. These moments are invaluable, and your generosity made them possible.\r\nOur students have been working on transforming our school into different types of ecosystems and the supplies have been invaluable in making these projects come to life.\r\nYour support ensures that every child in our school is given the opportunity to learn, communicate, and shine in their own extraordinary way. Thank you for believing in our students and helping to create an inclusive, joyful learning environment where each child is celebrated.","fullyFundedDate":1765247946812,"projectUrl":"project/crayons-markers-and-paint-oh-my/9661767/","projectTitle":"Crayons, Markers, and Paint Oh My!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Valle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5826910_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1544064535477","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/daniellevalledpt"},{"teacherId":9769484,"projectId":9855432,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students and I have been able to bring new energy, creativity, and structure into our OT room. The materials you provided — including watercolor paint sets, double‑sided whiteboards, sticky notes, adaptive scissors, colored paper, glue sticks, dry‑erase markers, Laddie pencils, write‑and‑wipe pockets, and organizational tools — are now woven into our daily routines and lessons.\r\n\r\nThe new supplies have allowed us to expand both our academic and creative activities. Students are using the watercolor paints during art and fine‑motor lessons, the whiteboards for handwriting and quick practice tasks, and the sticky notes and colored paper for labeling and visual supports. The adaptive scissors and Laddie pencils have been especially helpful for students who benefit from tools that support grip, control, and confidence. Many of our students use adaptive scissors to cut out symbols and answer worksheets in the classroom. \r\n\r\nStudents were immediately excited and curious when the new materials were introduced. They were eager to explore the bright colors, new tools, and fresh supplies. Many students gravitated toward the items that supported their individual needs and preferences, and the classroom atmosphere felt energized and refreshed.\r\n\r\nWe will continue using these materials to support upcoming lessons in writing, fine‑motor development, art, and organization. The supplies will also help us build more hands‑on activities, strengthen independence, and create visual supports that make learning more accessible for all students.","fullyFundedDate":1765205057049,"projectUrl":"project/fine-motor-and-function/9855432/","projectTitle":"Fine Motor and Function!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shaina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9769484"},{"teacherId":5738565,"projectId":9713482,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support! The impact your donation has made has been tremendous. I use a variety of these materials every day and it has been a great help for our students. \r\n\r\nStudents love using the keyboard. and I am so happy to be able to not only show different types of keyboards, but allow my students to interact with them. The pop-it keyboards are a great way for my younger students to interact and follow along. We've been working on a lot of letter recognition by using our keyboards. \r\n\r\nMy middle school students are learning basic keyboard shortcuts. The keyboards have been helpful for students to practice on, before trying on their laptops. I'm truly grateful for the support you've given our students.","fullyFundedDate":1758919773226,"projectUrl":"project/typing-without-looking/9713482/","projectTitle":"Typing Without Looking","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kim","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5738565_orig.jpg?crop=2448,2448,x816,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1582778652691","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5738565"},{"teacherId":5826910,"projectId":9661617,"letterContent":"Our students love getting packages. They love checking the mail area bringing them upstairs and opening the boxes. When they saw what was inside the boxes, they were even more excited. They immediately began playing and exploring the sequin boards and using the expandable balls to practice their calming breaths.\r\nThe quantity of noise cancelling headphones we now have, allow us to provide each classroom backpack to have a pair of headphones readily available for a student who might need them when they are in noise locations such as the cafeteria or when they are out in the community and are overstimulated. This sensory support is so helpful as we now have enough where students who need headphones have them when they need them. \r\nThe greatest impacts have been from the weighted stuffed Sloth and vibrating Bee pillow. They students have named the sloth Sammy and he has had an amazing calming affect on many of our students. Sammy has quickly become part of our therapy room community and a student favorite. They also really enjoy the vibrating Bee pillow which they have named Buzz. Several students will request him as part of their cool down routine at the end of therapy sessions before returning to class. A favorite spot for Buzz is in our tear drop swing where he can vibrate the entire swing.\r\nThank you again for donating and helping to create a calming and supportive learning environment for our students to reach their goals.","fullyFundedDate":1760522279351,"projectUrl":"project/space-to-regulate/9661617/","projectTitle":"Space to Regulate","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Valle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5826910_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1544064535477","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/daniellevalledpt"},{"teacherId":2605085,"projectId":8557773,"letterContent":"When the sensory tools arrived, my students' faces lit up with excitement and curiosity. They couldn't wait to explore the new fidget toys, sensory bottles, and stretchy figures. \r\n\r\nSince then, I've seen a wonderful difference in how my students regulate their emotions and stay engaged during class. The sensory tools have helped create a calmer, more inclusive learning environment where everyone can focus, express themselves, and feel supported.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generosity and kindness. You've helped make our art studio a space where all students can thrive and find joy in creating.","fullyFundedDate":1726546559966,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-tools-needed/8557773/","projectTitle":"Sensory Tools Needed","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Formisano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2605085_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449326172777","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mformisano"},{"teacherId":10091801,"projectId":9496390,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing iPads into our special education classroom! For my students with Autism and Intellectual Disabilities, these devices have opened up new and exciting ways to learn. Technology that many people use every day is truly transformational here—it's helping my students engage with reading, build communication skills, and become more confident learners.\r\n\r\nFrom the moment we unboxed the iPads, the excitement was undeniable. One of my students who rarely initiates academic tasks eagerly tapped into a phonics app and began identifying letter sounds with a huge smile on his face. For many of my students, traditional books and paper-based tasks can be frustrating—but with a touchscreen and interactive apps, they're staying focused longer, participating more actively, and feeling proud of their progress. The iPads also allow us to use text-to-speech and communication apps that support students who are nonverbal or have limited language skills, helping them find their voice in ways that were previously out of reach.\r\n\r\nOne student in particular has truly blossomed. He struggled to sit through reading lessons before, but now asks to \"read\" every morning using his favorite app, which turns stories into interactive experiences. The ability to customize each iPad with the right tools for each learner means every student can work at their own pace, in their own way—and that's been incredibly empowering.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, we're seeing more engagement, more joy, and more meaningful progress every day. You've helped create a classroom where all students feel seen, supported, and capable of achieving great things. We are beyond grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1753611560767,"projectUrl":"project/turning-pages-and-possibilities-ipads-f/9496390/","projectTitle":"Turning Pages and Possibilities: iPads for Special Education","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hannah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10091801"},{"teacherId":10091801,"projectId":9506043,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! The art supplies you helped fund have already made a meaningful difference for my students with special needs. As soon as the materials arrived, their excitement was contagious. One student said, \"We have real art stuff now!\"—and that joy has carried into every project we've done since.\r\n\r\nWe've already used the paints and paper plates for two hands-on lessons. In one project, students created a world map using paint and paper plates, labeling the continents and oceans. This integrated geography lesson helped them connect art with social studies in a fun, memorable way. We also explored identity by creating self-portraits using the wide variety of skin tone paints. Students were thrilled to find colors that matched their own skin, and they took great pride in painting themselves with accuracy and care. For many of them, this was the first time they saw materials that truly represented them.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we plan to continue using these supplies to support both academic lessons and social-emotional learning. Our next project will explore storytelling through visual art, where students will paint scenes from a book we're reading together. These resources are helping us create an inclusive and creative space where every student feels valued and empowered to express themselves. Thank you for being part of this journey with us—you've brought more color, confidence, and creativity into our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1753710476780,"projectUrl":"project/art-supplies-for-success/9506043/","projectTitle":"Art Supplies for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hannah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10091801"},{"teacherId":5826910,"projectId":8736517,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations and making our therapy room glow up a reality. We never would have been able to afford a piece of therapeutic equipment like a swing any other way. Our students love getting packages and opening them, and had been anticipating its arrival since we told them the swing was coming. When they saw the swing put together in the therapy room, they were so excited to try it. It has had such an impact on our student's motivation to do work in the therapy room. It has also been such a great calming tool for those who need it to regulate themselves before returning to the classroom to learn. They have been motivated to do activities both seated and on their stomach improving their strength and working on letter/number recognition and handwriting. They enjoy spinning and rocking on the platform swing. The hammock swing has been a favorite for students to curl up in for a sensory break. The laughter and joy on the student's faces while using the swing during the school day has been so heartwarming.","fullyFundedDate":1734189378696,"projectUrl":"project/keep-calm-and-swing-on/8736517/","projectTitle":"Keep Calm and Swing On","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Valle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5826910_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1544064535477","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/daniellevalledpt"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_18792","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":null,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":89,"percentAsian":6,"percentBlack":49,"percentWhite":20,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":19,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"US Census Data for the surrounding geographic area","gradesServed":"Not specified","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"Census ZCTA","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"UNCLASSIFIED","ncesMetroType":null},"inStateSupporters":62.6,"schoolId":18792,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about PS226 @ PS185 on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"PS226 @ PS185","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/district-75-city-wide-programs/ps226-ps208/18792"}