{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Academy for Excellence Through the Arts","outOfStateSupporters":9.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9908201,"projectId":9891867,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom. With these new resources, students are engaging more deeply in hands-on learning and collaborating with greater confidence. One memorable moment was seeing a usually quiet student excitedly share their work with the class—something these tools helped inspire.\r\nWhen the materials arrived, students were thrilled and eager to explore right away. Their excitement showed just how much your support means to them. As we continue into our next unit, these resources will help students dive deeper into learning and take greater ownership of their work. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1767229717001,"projectUrl":"project/working-on-the-go/9891867/","projectTitle":"Working on the Go","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Russo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9908201_orig.png?crop=759,759,x10,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737831871108","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9908201"},{"teacherId":1545461,"projectId":9823674,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom! Because of you, my students now have access to colored paper, paint brushes, and dry erase boards and markers that have truly brought our learning to life.\r\n\r\nWe've been using these materials in a variety of creative and interactive ways. One special moment was during a recent art-integrated lesson where students used the colored paper and paint brushes to create visual projects connected to what we were learning. At the same time, the dry erase boards have become a daily tool—students love using them to practice skills, share answers, and collaborate with their peers in a low-pressure, engaging way.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement was immediate. Students were eager to try everything out, and their enthusiasm carried right into their work. They felt inspired and proud to have new tools that made learning more hands-on and fun.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we will continue using these supplies to support creative projects and interactive lessons across subjects. Students will be building on their current work through more collaborative activities, presentations, and opportunities to express their understanding in different ways.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom. Your support helps create a space where students feel excited, confident, and ready to learn every day!","fullyFundedDate":1765856311143,"projectUrl":"project/learning-should-be-colorful/9823674/","projectTitle":"Learning Should Be Colorful","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Koines","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1545461_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1567023492557","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1545461"},{"teacherId":9505375,"projectId":9668908,"letterContent":"Thank you all for your support with my project \"Shades of Genius\"! I am truly appreciative of your generosity and kindness. My students were thrilled to use our new drying rack for their watercolor artwork. It has made such a difference in our classroom organization and preservation of our projects. The students also love the white board erasers in the shape of paw prints, especially my students with pets. They've been using the erasers when we do Kahoot games together and they need to solve problems requiring more than just mental math, and some students just use them when they are working independently. I am looking forward to utilizing all of the amazing tools funded by this project as the school year progresses. Donors like you help to make my students' school lives easier and also to put a smile on their faces. Seeing my students thrive with these new tools makes my teacher heart smile. Thank you once again for your contribution to making my classroom a better learning environment for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1764679526536,"projectUrl":"project/shades-of-genius/9668908/","projectTitle":"Shades of Genius","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ahamad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9505375_orig.jpg?crop=2358,2358,x463,y393&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723227739356","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9505375"},{"teacherId":9797225,"projectId":9997890,"letterContent":"On behalf of Pre-K 205 I would like to thank you for your contributing in funding our Teachers Pay Teachers gift card. Thanks to you, many new resources were purchased, downloaded, cut, laminated and place throughout our classroom in various areas for students to engage in. We were able to purchase math bundles with pattern, sorting and addition activities along with science bundles including life cycles, about insects, etc. Students were excited to see new materials, and were eagerly awaiting their turn to engage in them.","fullyFundedDate":1771007711104,"projectUrl":"project/one-teachers-idea-is-another-teachers/9997890/","projectTitle":"One Teacher's Idea is Another Teacher's Treasure!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McFadden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9797225_orig.jpg?crop=860,860,x168,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767917905699","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/prek205"},{"teacherId":1506681,"projectId":9927697,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping to fund my project. The ink runs out so fast because all of the charts that need to be hung around the classroom. The highlighters are very useful for the students, especially now during our state test preparation. Students highlight where they find their evidence when answering multiple choice questions or short response questions. The watercolor paper has come in handy because we have Spotlight Artist every Friday where students learn about different artists and their work. Then they create a piece of art inspired by that artist.","fullyFundedDate":1764715466964,"projectUrl":"project/color-and-clarity-in-my-classroom/9927697/","projectTitle":"Color and Clarity in My Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Poulios","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1506681_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1471821332861","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1506681"},{"teacherId":9797225,"projectId":9996848,"letterContent":"On behalf of my class, I would like to thank everyone for your kind donations. This project was created in hopes to \"sparse up\" the centers within our classroom, in which it sure did! The students in our class are observant, and eager. New materials immediately catch their attention and curiosity. The new materials have been opened, and placed throughout the classroom (in their appropriate centers) with labels and are getting so much attention! Students are using their problem solving skills to take turns with their peers so everyone has a chance to engage with the new materials.","fullyFundedDate":1768497543338,"projectUrl":"project/play-learning-go-hand2hand/9996848/","projectTitle":"Play & Learning Go Hand2hand","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McFadden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9797225_orig.jpg?crop=860,860,x168,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767917905699","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/prek205"},{"teacherId":1506681,"projectId":9813002,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping to fund my project. My classroom has a color printer that runs out of ink pretty fast especially when I print the Into Reading anchor charts for each Module. These charts are hung in the classroom and are available for students to refer to as we unfold each lesson. The highlighters are extremely helpful when locating evidence that supports our thinking. Students are excited to use them especially during our Into Reading lessons where they locate evidence in their reading workbooks.","fullyFundedDate":1760713854196,"projectUrl":"project/impact-organize-inspire/9813002/","projectTitle":"Impact. Organize. Inspire.","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Poulios","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1506681_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1471821332861","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1506681"},{"teacherId":9874017,"projectId":9691454,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of the resonator xylophone bells! My students and I are already using them regularly during music class to explore melody, pitch, and ensemble playing. One of our favorite moments so far has been working together to perform simple melodies while listening carefully to one another and keeping a steady beat.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the bells, they were thrilled. Their excitement and curiosity were immediate, and they were eager to try an instrument that looks and sounds so professional. The rich sound of the resonator bells has truly elevated their musical experience.\r\n\r\nOur next steps include using the bells for small-group ensembles and student-created compositions. These instruments are helping build confidence, collaboration, and a deeper love of music. Thank you for making this possible for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1766144882342,"projectUrl":"project/c-major-resonator-xylophones-for-our-mus/9691454/","projectTitle":"C Major Resonator Xylophones for our Musical Prodigies Program","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. MCCULLAGH","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9874017_orig.png?crop=487,488,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734931169337","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsmccullaghmusicroom"},{"teacherId":5632495,"projectId":9559968,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our project, \"Helping Students Hear, Learn, and Succeed!\" Your kindness and commitment are making a real and meaningful impact on our students.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, students now have improved access to the tools they need to hear instruction clearly, stay engaged, and fully participate in their learning. These resources help create an inclusive classroom environment where all students can focus, learn with confidence, and achieve their best.\r\n\r\nYour generosity directly supports student success and helps remove barriers to learning, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive academically and socially. We are incredibly grateful for your investment in our school and in the futures of our students.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for helping them hear, learn, and succeed every day.","fullyFundedDate":1764723892719,"projectUrl":"project/helping-students-hear-learn-and-succee/9559968/","projectTitle":"Helping Students Hear, Learn, and Succeed!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5632495_orig.jpg?crop=578,578,x501,y682&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1557070688085","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5632495"},{"teacherId":5632495,"projectId":9805363,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project, \"Art Materials and Storage to Spark Creativity in the Library.\" Your contribution has made a meaningful difference in our school library!\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our library is now better equipped with art materials and organized storage that invites creativity, exploration, and hands-on learning. Students are able to access materials easily, work collaboratively, and express themselves in new and exciting ways within a welcoming library space.\r\n\r\nThe library is more than just a place for book. It is a creative hub where imagination and learning come together. Your support helps ensure that all students have the opportunity to create, experiment, and feel inspired during the school day.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your investment in our students and for helping us foster a vibrant, creative learning environment. Thank you for believing in the power of art, libraries, and student creativity.","fullyFundedDate":1760727200048,"projectUrl":"project/art-materials-and-storage-to-spark-creat/9805363/","projectTitle":"Art Materials and Storage to Spark Creativity in the Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5632495_orig.jpg?crop=578,578,x501,y682&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1557070688085","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5632495"},{"teacherId":9797225,"projectId":9844555,"letterContent":"On behalf of Pre-K 205 (students and Mrs. Rocio) I would like to express our sincere gratitude for helping fund our project. \r\n\r\nTo our surprise, the light table arrived just in time for our new study (the study in which it relates to) - Light! We immediately put it together and placed it in our Discovery area. \r\n\r\nAs students were at recess, I took the time to set up the table and surprised them when they returned. As students walked into our classroom, their reactions said it all! The facial expressions and along with their words was one that should have been recorded! Students were shocked, confused yet excited to learn about this new table. They're uncontrollable self bursted out with comments and questions, \"what is light?\", \"I see light!\", \"we can play there?!\", \"look ... that's so cool.\" \r\n\r\nWith the excitement visible, a class discussion was immediately conducted to discuss/introduce the light table. During the discussion students had the opportunity to ask questions related to the light table, along with learning what the light table is and what it's rules are. Students were provided with the opportunity to engage with the light table as they reinforced our new math topic - patterns! Students were invited to create an AB pattern using available translucent manipulatives. Each student eagerly awaited their turn to create their AB pattern on the table. \r\n\r\nGoing forward, students will use the light table for \"free play\" along with reinforcing \r\nmath topics in a fun way! These new materials (the light table and translucent manipulatives) will allow students to engage in play with working on various skill developments including problem solving (math), critical thinking, fine motor, eye-hand coordination along with their creativity (at times without realizing). \r\n\r\nHands-on learning is now available and has become very popular in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1762267513788,"projectUrl":"project/light-exploration/9844555/","projectTitle":"Light Exploration","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McFadden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9797225_orig.jpg?crop=860,860,x168,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767917905699","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/prek205"},{"teacherId":1545461,"projectId":9747398,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has become a more comfortable and focused learning environment for every student. The seat cushions you donated may seem simple, but they've made a powerful difference in how students engage throughout the day.\r\n\r\nWe use the cushions during independent reading, small group work, and even whole-class lessons on the floor. One memorable moment was during our reading block when students were able to spread out with their cushions and fully settle into their books. Instead of fidgeting or asking to move, they stayed focused longer and were truly immersed in their reading. It created a calm, cozy atmosphere that supported deeper concentration and enjoyment.\r\n\r\nWhen the cushions first arrived, the students were beyond excited. There were smiles, lots of \"These are so comfy!\" comments, and an immediate sense of ownership. They couldn't wait to use them and took pride in helping set up our learning spaces. It made them feel cared for and valued, knowing that someone wanted them to be comfortable while they learn.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we'll continue using the cushions to support flexible seating and student choice in the classroom. Students will use them during partner work, independent projects, and quiet reflection time. Creating a comfortable environment helps them stay engaged and ready to learn, and your donation has made that possible.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our classroom and helping create a space where students can feel both comfortable and inspired every day.","fullyFundedDate":1759351690918,"projectUrl":"project/learning-should-be-comfortable/9747398/","projectTitle":"Learning Should Be Comfortable","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Koines","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1545461_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1567023492557","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1545461"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_96303","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":572,"numTeachers":14,"percentFrplEligible":25,"percentAsian":38,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":30,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":16,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 3","studentTeacherRatio":"40.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":90.6,"schoolId":96303,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Academy for Excellence Through the Arts on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Academy for Excellence Through the Arts","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/acad-for-excellence-thru-arts/96303"}