{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 11 Kathryn Phelan","outOfStateSupporters":40.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":182135,"projectId":10172305,"letterContent":"Dearest Rebecca, We want to express our sincere and heartfelt thanks for your generous support of our School Leaders Celebration project. Your contribution makes it possible for us to recognize and uplift the incredible leadership our students demonstrate each day.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, we are able to celebrate students who lead through kindness, service, teamwork, and integrity. The trophies you have helped fund are far more than awards, they are lasting symbols of the values we strive to instill in every student: leadership with purpose, service with heart, and a commitment to building a stronger community. For many students, this recognition will be a powerful affirmation that their actions matter and that their voices and efforts are seen.\r\n\r\nThis celebration will have a meaningful impact across our entire school. Not only will students be honored for their contributions, but they will also engage in service-oriented activities and collaborative experiences that bring together peers, teachers, and families. These shared moments will strengthen our sense of unity and pride while reinforcing the importance of giving back. By highlighting student leadership in this way, we are helping all students see themselves as capable changemakers with the power to make a difference.\r\n\r\nYour continued support helps us nurture a culture where positive contributions are recognized and repeated. It inspires confidence, builds a sense of belonging, and encourages students to step forward as leaders in their classrooms and beyond. The ripple effect of your generosity will be felt in the growth, motivation, and future aspirations of our students.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness, your belief in our mission, and your ongoing commitment to our students. We are truly grateful for your partnership in shaping the next generation of leaders. We are very busy customizing our trophies on our Cricut machine.\r\n\r\nWith deepest appreciation, Ms. Stavrou and the future leaders of PS 11","fullyFundedDate":1775755574476,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-student-leadership-honoring/10172305/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Student Leadership: Honoring Tomorrow’s Changemakers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stavrou","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp182135_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680886215578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ps11"},{"teacherId":182135,"projectId":10207339,"letterContent":"Dear Mr. Stegmann\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous support in helping us bring our Mets flags into the classroom. Your kindness truly made an impact, and we are so grateful.\r\nPublic schools depend greatly on the support of caring individuals like you. There are always meaningful opportunities to enhance our students' learning environment, and contributions like yours help us create a space that feels joyful, engaging, and full of pride.\r\n\r\nThe students were absolutely thrilled. We hung the flags right in our classroom window, and they look beautiful! They have already brought so much excitement and school spirit into our day, and the children are so proud to see them displayed. We also loved the Graduation inflatable and can't wait for graduation day to display that as well.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nIf you ever have a moment in the future, we would love for you to continue taking a look at our classroom projects and needs. Your support makes a real difference for our students, and we deeply appreciate your generosity.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,\r\nMs. Stavrou, Gina, Callan and all the stellar students of P.S. 11Q","fullyFundedDate":1776796063488,"projectUrl":"project/celebrate-graduation-with-joy-and-school/10207339/","projectTitle":"Celebrate Graduation with Joy and School Spirit","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stavrou","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp182135_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680886215578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ps11"},{"teacherId":182135,"projectId":10184446,"letterContent":"Thank you for believing in our students and investing in their vision for a kinder, more inclusive school community. Your generosity is doing far more than providing materials you are helping amplify student voice, leadership, and connection across our entire school.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, every student will have the opportunity to design and wear a personalized message that promotes kindness, empathy, and standing up for others. These shirts will become powerful symbols of unity, especially during our assemblies and community parade, where students will proudly share their voices and values with one another and the broader community.\r\n\r\nYour contribution also makes it possible to launch our Leadership Suggestion Box, encouraging students and staff to recognize and celebrate everyday acts of courage, compassion, and leadership. By highlighting these \"caught being a leader\" moments, we are building a culture where positive actions are noticed, valued, and repeated.\r\n\r\nThe impact of this project will extend far beyond a single event. You are helping create an environment where students feel empowered, confident, and responsible for shaping a bullying free community. They are not just participants they are leaders, role models, and changemakers.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us turn this vision into reality and for playing a vital role in fostering a school culture rooted in kindness and respect.","fullyFundedDate":1775768789123,"projectUrl":"project/leaders-of-kindness-a-schoolwide-moveme/10184446/","projectTitle":"Leaders of Kindness: A Schoolwide Movement","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stavrou","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp182135_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680886215578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ps11"},{"teacherId":182135,"projectId":10190757,"letterContent":"Thank you to our generous donors for helping bring this vision to life for our students. Our classroom is starting to look amazing!This project will transform our classroom into a dynamic, engaging space where history feels alive and relevant as we approach the nation's 250th anniversary. Through vibrant, patriotic visuals and thoughtful displays, students will deepen their understanding of key moments in U.S. history while engaging in meaningful discussions about citizenship, diversity, and progress. This inclusive environment will ensure that students from all backgrounds feel seen, respected, and connected to the learning experience.\r\n\r\nBy creating a welcoming, visually inspiring classroom, this project will foster a strong sense of belonging and community. Students will feel more motivated to participate, collaborate, and take pride in their learning environment. Ultimately, this experience will not only strengthen their academic understanding of history but also help them see themselves as active participants in America's ongoing story.","fullyFundedDate":1776269736551,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-250-years-of-america-through/10190757/","projectTitle":"Celebrating 250 Years of America Through Classroom Community & Culture","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stavrou","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp182135_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680886215578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ps11"},{"teacherId":8931097,"projectId":9830665,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! Because of your kindness, our students are now participating in a variety of new counseling activities focused on building self-esteem and practicing coping skills. From interactive games to reflective journals and group discussions, these activities are helping students recognize their strengths, manage stress, and support one another.\r\n\r\nIt has been inspiring to watch our students gain confidence and develop tools they can use both in and out of the classroom. Your donation is making a real difference in their emotional well-being, and we are so grateful for your investment in their growth.","fullyFundedDate":1768713456760,"projectUrl":"project/fun-and-meaningful-counseling-lessons-fo/9830665/","projectTitle":"Fun and Meaningful Counseling Lessons for Awesome Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vereen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8931097_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683925888781","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8931097"},{"teacherId":182135,"projectId":10062905,"letterContent":"Our Dearest Rebecca,\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your generous sponsorship of our Pink disco ball! Your kindness is helping us create a magical and unforgettable experience for our students, full of vibrant colors and joyful memories. Thanks to you, we are. now able to add a sparkling pink disco ball to our classroom. It is so adorable. I turned on the disco music and the kids had a blast dancing underneath it.\r\n\r\nYour support will have a lasting impact on our students. For many, events like this are a rare opportunity to feel celebrated and valued, and your generosity helps build a strong sense of community and school spirit. The excitement, laughter, and joy that your gift brings will inspire our students to engage creatively, work together, and take pride in their school. Beyond the fun, this celebration will teach important lessons about kindness, generosity, and teamwork, showing our students the power of giving and the joy it can create.\r\n\r\nBecause of you our students will carry the memory of this magical classroom environment Your support encourages a positive school culture, uplifts our students' spirits, and sets the tone for a year filled with learning, creativity, and kindness. Thank you for making our classroom truly extraordinary! You are our dancing queen and we love you. We appreciate all the support you always give us. Have a wonderful spring season and a Happy Easter or Passover.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt gratitude, Ms. Stavrou and the future Disco stars of PS11Q","fullyFundedDate":1773505823447,"projectUrl":"project/pink-disco-dreams-a-candyland-breakfast/10062905/","projectTitle":"Pink Disco Dreams: A Candyland Breakfast Celebration!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stavrou","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp182135_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680886215578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ps11"},{"teacherId":182135,"projectId":10115880,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Mets window project at PS 11. Your contribution is helped turn a creative idea into a bright, joyful reality for our students and our entire community.\r\n\r\nAt PS 11, our students thrive when they can combine creativity, teamwork, and community spirit. With your help, they helped design and build a vibrant \"GO METS\" window display using orange and blue LED rope lights across two classroom windows. This hands-on project allowed students to plan layouts, , and add creative accents building valuable STEM skills, strengthening problem-solving abilities, and encouraging collaboration.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your support extends far beyond the classroom. Our school sits along the 7 train line, and on Opening Day, our display was seen by thousands of commuters. It was even shared on X, where many fans celebrated spotting our glowing windows from the train. Students were incredibly proud to see their work recognized and enjoyed by such a wide audience.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, this project has created a meaningful, visible, and exciting experience that brings school pride to life while brightening the day of everyone who passes by. Thank you for making this possible and for investing in our students' creativity and confidence.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMs. Stavrou and the creative Mets fans of PS 11","fullyFundedDate":1772564542515,"projectUrl":"project/ps-11-shines-for-the-fans-led-window-di/10115880/","projectTitle":"PS 11 Shines for the Fans: LED Window Display","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stavrou","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp182135_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680886215578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ps11"},{"teacherId":182135,"projectId":10077818,"letterContent":"Dearest Doyle family, \r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your generous support of our Candyland-themed breakfast celebration. Your kindness is helping create an experience that goes far beyond a special event.It is an opportunity for our students to feel seen, valued, and celebrated. The custom T-shirts will transform the day into something truly magical, uniting students and teachers in a shared, joyful experience that builds excitement, strengthens connections, and fosters a strong sense of belonging. For many of our students, this will be a rare opportunity to fully participate in a themed celebration where everyone feels included.\r\n\r\nThis project is about more than breakfast. It is about joy, recognition, and building confidence. Thank you for helping us create meaningful memories and a stronger, more connected school community. We appreciate the support you continue to give our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1773409191340,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-success-in-candyland-t-shirts-for/10077818/","projectTitle":"Sweet Success in Candyland: T-Shirts for a Magical Breakfast Celebration","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stavrou","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp182135_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680886215578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ps11"},{"teacherId":536260,"projectId":5253171,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support during distance learning. It was definitely a challenge, but with support and donations of electronic items, students were as engaged as being in the classroom. We were very happy to be able to purchase new digital curriculum online to help ease the transition into distance learning, as it was new to both students and teachers. We were able to use this gift card across all subject areas. Thank you for your support during a difficult time in our classroom. Stay healthy and thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1604096628098,"projectUrl":"project/remote-learning-needs-more-resources/5253171/","projectTitle":"Remote Learning Needs More Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dammacco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp536260_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1457613728294","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsdammacco"},{"teacherId":536260,"projectId":5047281,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our classroom. Distance learning was a challenge and with donations like this, it helped to make it a success. While we would prefer to be in the classroom, these donations made distance learning fun and engaging for all students. Students were able to stay on task with the help of visuals, and keep notes along with the teacher. We are happy to be back in the classroom now, and have recently moved these items into use in the classroom. Thank you so much for bring a supporter.","fullyFundedDate":1597174042866,"projectUrl":"project/distance-learning-supplies-for-special-e/5047281/","projectTitle":"Distance Learning Supplies for Special Education","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dammacco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp536260_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1457613728294","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsdammacco"},{"teacherId":4043197,"projectId":9880974,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating and funding the Fun Friday project to Donors Choose. When the packages arrived, the students were very excited! They were even more excited to see the types of games that I was opening . They were excited to see Connect Four, Jenga, Simon, Uno, Trouble, Checkers, and the Rubik's cubes. It is greatly appreciated that all of you have funded this project. The children look forward to Fun Friday so that they can explore and socialize. Some games have rules that they need to follow. They have to learn how to share. They have to learn how to play together and be kind with each other. There is education involved with these games. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your donations.","fullyFundedDate":1772741690376,"projectUrl":"project/fun-friday/9880974/","projectTitle":"Fun Friday","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kelly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4043197_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1542761626018","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alison-kelly"},{"teacherId":182135,"projectId":9988236,"letterContent":"Thanks to your amazing support, our students brought the Year of the Horse to life! 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