{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Active Learning Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":48.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1529780,"projectId":9920681,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity! Because of your support, our Pre-K classroom has officially turned into a little lab of engineers.\r\n\r\nWhile my students have used marble runs on our light table before, those projects are all about gravity—things only go down. The Air Toobz have added a totally new dimension to their play. It's been amazing to watch them think so creatively as they figure out how to use air and wind to move a ball through a maze they've built. They aren't just watching things fall anymore; they're learning how to direct an invisible force.\r\n\r\nIn our community, school is often the place where children get their first real chance to take the lead. By giving them materials they can actually control and redesign, you're helping them see themselves as real problem-solvers. Whether it's a successful launch or a moment where they have to stop and fix a tube, they are building the kind of confidence that stays with them way beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nSeeing their excitement as they watch the ball move through their creation and come out the other end is truly amazing. Thank you for giving them the tools to explore, take risks, and lead their own learning!","fullyFundedDate":1764787880328,"projectUrl":"project/air-toobz-where-curiosity-takes-flight/9920681/","projectTitle":"Air Toobz: Where Curiosity Takes Flight!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Andy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1529780_orig.jpg?crop=1178,1178,x45,y459&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742212249326","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ayung"},{"teacherId":1529780,"projectId":9960473,"letterContent":"When your school is in the heart of Flushing, Queens—NYC's biggest Chinatown—it should truly reflect the vibrant community it serves, especially during the Lunar New Year. Thanks to your incredible support, we were able to give our classroom a festive makeover like no other!\r\n\r\nIf you take a walk through our community, you will see Main Street and its local businesses decorated in red and gold to ring in the new year. That same energetic atmosphere has been created in our classroom, which was transformed into a sea of red to welcome a new year full of prosperity and luck. Families were able to experience this firsthand during our red envelope making event, where parents and children came together to celebrate the occasion and craft their own hong bao just in time to gallop into the Year of the Horse.\r\n\r\nThroughout the month, our students listened to stories about how different cultures welcome the spring and the legend of the Great Race that determined the order of the Chinese Zodiac. Many of these are traditions our students have experienced at home, and now that culture and language are being authentically represented in their place of learning. Thank you for providing the strength and spirit needed to make this happen!","fullyFundedDate":1767229065060,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-lunar-new-year-year-of-the/9960473/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Lunar New Year: Year of the Horse!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Andy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1529780_orig.jpg?crop=1178,1178,x45,y459&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742212249326","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ayung"},{"teacherId":1017204,"projectId":9686443,"letterContent":"I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous donation of lanterns for our Lunar New Year Family Engagement event.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our students and their families were able to transition from the classroom to a world of light and celebration. \r\n\r\nSeeing the joy on the students' faces as they lit their lanterns for the first time was truly magical. You didn't just provide materials; you provided a core memory for our families and a beautiful way to honor our cultural traditions.","fullyFundedDate":1767643680019,"projectUrl":"project/light-it-up-lantern-making-family-works/9686443/","projectTitle":"Light It Up: Lantern Making Family Workshop","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Eng-Tsang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1017204_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450840722137","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msesther"},{"teacherId":1017204,"projectId":9713318,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing our class with Picasso Tiles and Hashtag Blocks! These materials have completely transformed our \"Maker Space\" time.\r\n\r\nOne of the highlights this week was seeing a group of students combine both sets to build a \"future city.\" They used the Hashtag Blocks for the intricate foundation work and the Picasso Tiles for the colorful, translucent facades. Watching them collaborate to solve problems—like why a tower might lean or how to snap blocks together for maximum height—is exactly what STEM is all about.\r\n\r\nYour investment has brought a new level of creativity and critical thinking to our daily routine. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1760533303638,"projectUrl":"project/stem-centers-galore/9713318/","projectTitle":"Stem Centers Galore!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Eng-Tsang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1017204_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450840722137","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msesther"},{"teacherId":1017204,"projectId":9894147,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of a humidifier for our STEM classroom.\r\n\r\nBefore your gift arrived, our hydroponic plants were struggling with the dry classroom air; we were seeing wilted leaves and stalled growth. Since we've integrated the humidifier into our setup, the transformation has been incredible. The plants are looking vibrant and green again, and more importantly, my students are fascinated by how quickly the environment impacts living systems.\r\n\r\nYour support isn't just keeping plants alive—it's helping us cultivate the next generation of scientists. Thank you for making our \"indoor farm\" a success!","fullyFundedDate":1766105833216,"projectUrl":"project/optimal-air-optimal-minds-securing-a-h/9894147/","projectTitle":"Optimal Air, Optimal Minds: Securing a Healthier STEM Learning Climate","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Eng-Tsang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1017204_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450840722137","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msesther"},{"teacherId":1529780,"projectId":9516135,"letterContent":"Thank you for believing in the power of play, exploration, and learning beyond the classroom walls. Because of your generosity, our students are now warm, comfortable, and ready to keep learning—even when winter doesn't play fair.\r\n\r\nNew York winters are unpredictable. One week we're outside in 50-degree weather, the next it drops to 30, and suddenly we're facing temperatures in the teens. For young children who are born explorers, that kind of swing can easily mean fewer chances to move, investigate, and experience the world firsthand. Thanks to this project, it doesn't have to.\r\n\r\nWith the hats, gloves, and scarves you helped provide, our 18 little adventurers are fully bundled and ready to take on winter. Now they can step outside without hesitation—feeling snow crunch under their boots, watching their breath form clouds in the air, and noticing how ice melts when the sun comes out. These moments may seem small, but they are powerful. They are science, sensory learning, and joy all wrapped into one.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your support sends a clear message to our students: learning doesn't stop when the weather changes. Curiosity doesn't go on pause. And exploration is always worth protecting.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us turn cold days into bold days of discovery. Because of you, our students are warm, confident, and ready for whatever winter brings.","fullyFundedDate":1760491685001,"projectUrl":"project/the-cold-never-bothered-us-anyway-thank/9516135/","projectTitle":"The Cold Never Bothered Us Anyway (Thanks to You!)","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Andy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1529780_orig.jpg?crop=1178,1178,x45,y459&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742212249326","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ayung"},{"teacherId":1529780,"projectId":9112020,"letterContent":"Thank you for expanding our classroom library and putting truly memorable books into the hands of my Pre-K students. Because of you, our shelves now include stories that my students don't just listen to—they lean into.\r\n\r\nOne of the biggest hits has been Jon Klassen's Circle, Triangle, and Square. From the very first read, the children were glued to the pages. They laughed at the dry humor, waited in suspense for the quiet twists, and quickly formed opinions about each character. Even my most active learners sat still, eyes locked on the book, fully invested in what these simple shapes were going to do next.\r\n\r\nWhat's powerful about these stories is how deceptively simple they are. The children don't just enjoy the silliness—they talk about motives, fairness, and feelings. \"Triangle is tricky.\" \"Square didn't know.\" \"Circle was honest.\" These books opened the door for rich conversations, prediction, and critical thinking, all through characters they instantly fell in love with.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students are discovering a new generation of authors who write stories that stay with them. These are the kinds of books children ask to hear again and again, the ones they \"read\" to each other during free choice, and the ones they proudly bring home to share with their families.\r\n\r\nYou didn't just donate books—you helped create moments of joy, connection, and curiosity that are shaping how my students see themselves as readers. Thank you for making our classroom library a place where stories come alive and where a lifelong love of reading continues to grow.","fullyFundedDate":1744199905466,"projectUrl":"project/a-thousand-lives-through-childrens-lite/9112020/","projectTitle":"A Thousand Lives Through Children's Literature","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Andy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1529780_orig.jpg?crop=1178,1178,x45,y459&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742212249326","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ayung"},{"teacherId":1994429,"projectId":9864553,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making this project possible and I am so excited to tell you how we have been using these new materials in our classroom already.\r\n\r\nSince the supplies arrived, my class has immediately started on hands-on STEM challenges. For instance, last week we used the scissors and craft materials to build roller coasters and bridges to engineer solutions for their storybook character problems. Looking ahead, we're building on this momentum. Next, we'll be using the materials as part of our unit on engineering design: students will plan, build, test, and re-design their creations to solve real-world problems. I'm confident these explorations will deepen their understanding of science, measurement, structural strength, and creative problem solving.\r\n\r\nUltimately, your generosity isn't just giving my students new tools - it's giving them a sense of possibility. You've helped show them that their ideas and hard work can build something real. Thank you for believing in them and supporting our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1762267566672,"projectUrl":"project/scissors-strength-and-stem-on-the-go/9864553/","projectTitle":"Scissors, Strength, and STEM on the Go!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1994429_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1467417540743","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msk-goestoschool"},{"teacherId":1054035,"projectId":9603042,"letterContent":"There is so much to be thankful for this season. I am thankful to all the donors that made this project possible. The impact has been wonderful. Thanks to your gift, each day we are able to print pictures of our day for all to see. This tool is a language barrier free form of communication for parents and children alike.\r\nI see parents gather around the photos to see their child while learning throughout the day. What I didn't expect to see were children pulling their parents over to the daily communication board for a deeper look and some conversation about the day. This has been amazing to see and it shows me what an impact this form of communication has on all. \r\nIn fact this has had such an impact on the children that some have taken their photo off the board to take home with them before we even have been able to take to send them home.\r\nIn the classroom, I see children look at the photos posted around the room and hear them talking about it. They pause to look at the photos, gathering ideas, before they engage in their play.\r\nHaving photos is and has been an essential form of communication . Without these essential supplies , donated by you, it wouldn't be possible.\r\n\r\n\r\n.","fullyFundedDate":1758899074957,"projectUrl":"project/lights-camera-learning-connect/9603042/","projectTitle":"Lights! Camera! Learning! Connect!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Anna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1054035_orig.png?crop=1544,1545,x0,y406&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760726057721","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-anna"},{"teacherId":7379637,"projectId":5179869,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation. I was able to keep my students safe and make them feel a part of our school community as well. My students have this long lasting memory of safety and community because of your generosity. I am grateful for all the people in my life and donors that have chosen to support our local school and help me be the best teacher I can be. I wouldn't have been able to do this without your support. My students will look back at this memory and know that they had a wonderful and safe year. \r\n\r\nThank you!","fullyFundedDate":1600306799390,"projectUrl":"project/distant-but-together/5179869/","projectTitle":"Distant But Together!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Valco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7379637"},{"teacherId":9311637,"projectId":9832007,"letterContent":"When our new materials arrived, the excitement in our classroom was absolutely contagious! My students could hardly wait to explore everything during choice time and literacy centers. Their eyes lit up with pure joy as we unpacked each item together. That very same day, we began using the new supplies, and they've already transformed how we learn each day.\r\n\r\nThese resources have brought our lessons to life—making them more hands-on, engaging, and collaborative. I've watched students work together, problem-solve, and gain confidence as they take on new challenges. One of my favorite moments was seeing a group proudly share what they created with our new materials—their smiles said more than words ever could.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom now feels more vibrant, joyful, and full of possibility. We're continuing to build on what we've learned, and I can already see my students growing into more curious, motivated, and confident learners each day. Thank you for believing in them and helping us create a space where every child feels excited to learn and grow!","fullyFundedDate":1761252519491,"projectUrl":"project/building-bright-minds-stem-literacy-a/9832007/","projectTitle":"Building Bright Minds: STEM, Literacy, and Play in Kindergarten!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lam","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9311637"},{"teacherId":1529780,"projectId":9446755,"letterContent":"The Pigeon from Mo Willems' books has truly become a beloved character and a cheerful, silly mascot for our class. Our goal was to gift each student The Pigeon HAS to Go to School! at the beginning of the year, and those books have already made a huge difference.\r\n\r\nGiving the children their own copies immediately helped us connect with them quicker. For many of our Pre-K learners, starting school is a big moment filled with anxiety. Reading the book together, where the Pigeon shares those exact \"first-day jitters,\" made the students feel seen. It showed them that we understand their worries, allowing us to build a warm, positive classroom community right from the start.\r\n\r\nBut the impact extends beyond our classroom. By taking these books home, our students are beginning to associate a positive, fun school experience with a genuine love of books. They get to share the Pigeon's humor and message of perseverance with their families. This helps literacy become a fun, accessible part of their home life and reinforces the importance of reading.\r\n\r\nWe still have the surprise of Will the Pigeon Graduate? waiting for them at the end of the year, which will be a wonderful keepsake to celebrate their big journey into kindergarten.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us turn the first big moments of school into comforting, celebratory, book-filled memories.","fullyFundedDate":1757423952933,"projectUrl":"project/from-first-day-jitters-to-graduation-gig/9446755/","projectTitle":"From First Day Jitters to Graduation Giggles—with The Pigeon!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Andy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1529780_orig.jpg?crop=1178,1178,x45,y459&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742212249326","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ayung"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_123059","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":458,"numTeachers":30,"percentFrplEligible":76,"percentAsian":90,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":5,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 3","studentTeacherRatio":"15.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":51.4,"schoolId":123059,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Active Learning Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Active Learning Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/active-learning-elementary-school/123059"}