{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Leaders of Excellence, Advocacy, & Discovery","outOfStateSupporters":31.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9577487,"projectId":9474868,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations to support the project about the senses. The past year has flown by with busyness and learning!\r\n\r\nThe scholars were so excited to have access to all of the materials that you have helped support. The use of the models of the eye helped the scholars to not only see the path of how we see objects, but they can touch it and think about their own eyesight. The use of the tuning forks helped them feel that sound travels with vibrations. The other uses of the materials that you heave helped provide are limitless with this upcoming school year and will continue to be valuable in their learning. \r\n\r\nI am forever grateful for what you do for. my scholars and the upcoming scholars in the 4th grade.","fullyFundedDate":1757632949208,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-survival-squad-training-tomorro/9474868/","projectTitle":"Sensory Survival Squad: Training Tomorrow's Nature Detectives","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pacheco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9577487_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720486018545","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9577487"},{"teacherId":9577487,"projectId":9756167,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the support of bringing Lego into the classroom this past year. \r\n\r\nThis year had been so busy. The scholars were so excited to find out that they had the opportunity to use Lego this year with their learning. The use of Lego allowed the scholars to build new technology and apply it what they were doing. Many children had the opportunity to apply the Design Method and keep trying to build with the Lego to apply it to what they were learning.\r\n\r\nI hope to continue to use the Lego that you have provided for the scholars for many years to come. Thank you always for your support not only to us, but many other educators.","fullyFundedDate":1762265261097,"projectUrl":"project/build-the-future-fund-tomorrows-robot/9756167/","projectTitle":"Build the Future: Fund Tomorrow's Robot Engineers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pacheco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9577487_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720486018545","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9577487"},{"teacherId":9577487,"projectId":9749249,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your impact in the classroom with access to the magazine SuperStem. \r\n\r\nWith the use of the magazine, the scholars gained more access to graphs and charts that were connected to what they were reading. They also were able to notice more about what they were learning in the classroom and what they were reading in the magazine. The scholars also enjoyed to read the various graphic sections in the magazines that had them look at science in a fun and interesting way. \r\n\r\nYour continued support is always appreciated, especially as this new year begins.","fullyFundedDate":1758899064231,"projectUrl":"project/help-kids-discover-science-one-page-at-a/9749249/","projectTitle":"Help Kids Discover Science One Page at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pacheco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9577487_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720486018545","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9577487"},{"teacherId":9577487,"projectId":9710967,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for enhancing the science classroom library. \r\n\r\nYour thoughtfulness this year helped the scholars engage in a world of not only imagination, but, the exploration of science. The scholars loved The Magic School Bus books and how Ms. Frizzle led her scholars on the bus to new places to learn. They wish we had our own bus! They loved how they had the ability to look at images in the other books that were provided and to look at how they can apply what they see in their own world. \r\n\r\nYour donations not only helped this group of scholars, but many more in the upcoming years. We will continue to be grateful for your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1758898754399,"projectUrl":"project/science-stories-limitless-learning/9710967/","projectTitle":"Science + Stories = Limitless Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pacheco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9577487_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720486018545","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9577487"},{"teacherId":9577487,"projectId":9486647,"letterContent":"Thank you again so much for your donations. It has certainly been a busy year! The scholars were able to explore with the magnets that you helped provide them. \r\n\r\nThey explored pushes and pulls. They also determined what was magnetic and what was not in the world around them. The donation that you provided, did not only help support the group of third graders this year, they will continue to suport the third graders in the years to come. \r\n\r\nWe are always gracious for what you have done and continue to do for others.","fullyFundedDate":1757632949512,"projectUrl":"project/magnify-the-magic-where-tiny-discoverie/9486647/","projectTitle":"Magnify the Magic: Where Tiny Discoveries Spin into Big Dreams","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pacheco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9577487_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720486018545","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9577487"},{"teacherId":7178782,"projectId":10193162,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and for funding our classroom treasure box project. Your support has brought excitement, motivation, and joy into our learning environment in a way that is already making a meaningful difference for our students.\r\n\r\nThe sensory tools, fidget items, Play-Doh, and small prizes have become powerful motivators for our students. Beyond being fun rewards, these materials help students stay regulated, focused, and engaged throughout the school day. Many of our learners benefit from hands-on sensory supports, and having access to these tools has helped them better manage their energy, increase participation, and feel more successful during challenging tasks. The treasure box has also become a wonderful way to celebrate effort, perseverance, kindness, and growth—values we work hard to build every day in our classroom.\r\n\r\nWhat has been especially heartwarming is seeing students light up when their hard work is recognized. For some of our students, even small moments of success can build tremendous confidence, and this project has helped create more of those moments. Your kindness has given us more than classroom materials—it has given our students encouragement, motivation, and another reason to believe in themselves. Thank you for investing in our learners and helping us create a classroom where every success is celebrated.","fullyFundedDate":1777904982623,"projectUrl":"project/motivation-matters-rewarding-growth-wit/10193162/","projectTitle":"Motivation Matters: Rewarding Growth with a Classroom Treasure Box","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Acosta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7178782"},{"teacherId":5047868,"projectId":10153029,"letterContent":"I just have to say \"Hooray, our literacy garden has bloomed! \" The rug, decodable books, and Word Pop have been a huge hit with my students. Their excitement for reading is growing everyday, and because of your support, our classroom has become a joyful space where young readers can learn, explore and bloom with confidence. \r\n\r\nFun Fridays has become even more exciting because of the sight word game, the spinners for my students who need extra support with focus, and the beautiful wall decals that transformed our classroom environment. My students are truly blooming, growing more confident and engaged every day.","fullyFundedDate":1777904982162,"projectUrl":"project/a-literacy-garden-where-students-bloom/10153029/","projectTitle":"A Literacy Garden Where Students Bloom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rosario","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5047868_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1515809046765","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-rosario-lli"},{"teacherId":8681922,"projectId":9438772,"letterContent":"On behalf of my class and self I want to express sincere gratitude for your kind donations. Thanks to your contributions my students are now able to use noise cancelling headphones as they engage in independent work. We are currently reading \"A Long Walk to Water\" and I find some of my students resorting to the headphones to concentrate on their readings. The bookmarks were also a hit! Because of YOU I make reading enjoyable in my class! I want to also thank you for the all day necessities like the markers, cleaning supplies, pencils, treasure box goodies and pens. Your contribution helps me and my students focus on learning rather than our basic classroom needs. THANK You!","fullyFundedDate":1758899239072,"projectUrl":"project/learning-made-accessible-to-all/9438772/","projectTitle":"Learning Made Accessible to All!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ruiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8681922_orig.jpg?crop=321,321,x4,y65&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722565036063","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8681922"},{"teacherId":7178782,"projectId":9574561,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in helping us bring wireless headsets into our school community. Because of you, our students now have access to a tool that has already made a meaningful difference in how they learn and engage throughout the day. In a busy school environment, noise and distractions can make it difficult for students to focus, especially for those who benefit from additional support with attention, language, or processing skills. The wireless headsets allow students to hear clearly, stay focused, and fully participate in lessons, whether they are listening to directions, engaging in small group work, or using digital learning programs.\r\n\r\nWhat has been most exciting to see is how motivated and confident students feel when using this technology. Many of them view the headsets as something special, and that sense of ownership has translated into increased engagement and independence. Students who previously struggled to stay on task are now more attentive and willing to participate. For some of our students receiving speech and language support, the headsets have been especially impactful. They are able to better hear models of language, follow multi-step directions, and practice skills with greater accuracy and confidence. It has truly helped bridge the gap between listening and understanding.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your support and belief in our students. Your generosity has not only provided a valuable resource, but it has also created opportunities for our students to feel successful, included, and empowered in their learning. Thank you for making a lasting impact in our classroom and beyond.","fullyFundedDate":1758899185717,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-student-focus-and-digital-enga/9574561/","projectTitle":"Enhancing Student Focus and Digital Engagement with Wireless Headsets","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Acosta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7178782"},{"teacherId":7266285,"projectId":9738338,"letterContent":"This project directly benefits 15 young learners in my 3K classroom. By adding multicultural dramatic play materials, you give them meaningful, hands-on opportunities to build language, share feelings, and form friendships. These materials help every scholar feel represented and appreciated, while also encouraging them to explore and learn about cultures beyond their own. The impact is both immediate and long-lasting—promoting inclusion, empathy, and confidence each day my scholars come to school.","fullyFundedDate":1758828477350,"projectUrl":"project/little-hands-big-world-dramatic-play-f/9738338/","projectTitle":"Little Hands, Big World: Dramatic Play for Big Dreams!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garcia-DeJesus","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7266285"},{"teacherId":7266285,"projectId":9573150,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of my project. Your funding is making a meaningful difference in the lives of my scholars. The development of fine motor skills in early childhood is strongly linked to success in both academic learning and everyday self-help tasks. By integrating art into our daily activities, we are helping children strengthen not only their physical coordination but also their cognitive, emotional, and social development.\r\nThanks to your support, 15 preschool scholars in my classroom now have access to the materials and resources needed to participate in engaging, hands-on learning experiences. These activities promote creativity, build confidence, and foster a sense of accomplishment and pride in their work. Your contribution is laying the foundation for lifelong learning and growth—thank you for being a part of their journey.","fullyFundedDate":1755446514008,"projectUrl":"project/young-picassos-nurturing-fine-motor-ski/9573150/","projectTitle":"Young Picassos: Nurturing Fine Motor Skills & Creativity Through Art!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garcia-DeJesus","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7266285"},{"teacherId":9986943,"projectId":9630939,"letterContent":"The scholars are excited to use their new materials and have begun bringing them to our rug when we read together. I have seem them use the materials to follow along as we read and not miss a beat. This has allowed reading to be more fun as the kid have an added tool that really allows them to focus and stay on track.\r\nThe pencils and post it notes allow the scholars to jot down any ideas or feelings they have while reading. This is important as it allows them to make connections to the text. This allows our scholars to engage more and understand better why characters feel and behave the way they do.","fullyFundedDate":1758566557274,"projectUrl":"project/help-give-to-a-lifetime-of-reading/9630939/","projectTitle":"Help Give to a Lifetime of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Portes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9986943"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_104906","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":244,"numTeachers":30,"percentFrplEligible":76,"percentAsian":14,"percentBlack":15,"percentWhite":11,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":34,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":1,"gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"8.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR District Record","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":68.1,"schoolId":104906,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Leaders of Excellence, Advocacy, & Discovery on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Leaders of Excellence, Advocacy, & Discovery","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/concourse-village-elementary-school/104906"}