{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 11 Kathryn Phelan","outOfStateSupporters":40.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8119569,"projectId":9867450,"letterContent":"Your generous donation made a meaningful impact across our entire school community. The kindness bracelets became powerful symbols of compassion, inclusion, and connection among our students.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement was immediate. Students were thrilled and eager to get started. Many even volunteered to spend their lunch time creating bracelets, showing just how much the project meant to them.\r\n\r\nStudents thoughtfully looked up caring and encouraging words to include on their bracelets. They took their time choosing words that would inspire others — words like \"hope,\" \"respect,\" \"brave,\" and \"friend.\" The process became more than a craft; it was a meaningful reflection on how to uplift one another.\r\n\r\nThey loved both making and sharing the bracelets with classmates throughout the school. Each bracelet carried a message of kindness, and the impact was felt school-wide.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, kindness wasn't just discussed — it was created, worn, and shared. Thank you for helping us foster a culture of compassion and connection in our school.","fullyFundedDate":1763046443980,"projectUrl":"project/bracelets-a-symbol-of-kindness/9867450/","projectTitle":"Bracelets a Symbol of Kindness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mack","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8119569_orig.jpg?crop=1461,1461,x947,y2096&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722538435123","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-mackkelly"},{"teacherId":2766557,"projectId":9892252,"letterContent":"We are deeply grateful for your generous support of our classroom project. Because of your kindness, our students now have the tools and resources they need to learn, grow, and thrive. Every single contribution you made reflects your belief in the power of education and your dedication to making a difference in the lives of children. For many of our students, opportunities like this simply would not be possible without the support of people like you. Your gift goes far beyond materials—it represents encouragement, belief, and the message that their success truly matters. Knowing that people outside our school care so deeply has sparked joy and motivation among our students, giving them a renewed sense of confidence and excitement for learning.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your generosity is already being felt in our classroom each day. Students are more engaged, eager to explore, and motivated to achieve. The new resources allow them to experience hands-on learning and to practice skills in ways that are both creative and meaningful. Beyond the immediate academic benefits, your support has also strengthened their sense of community and belonging. They feel empowered because someone believed in them enough to provide opportunities they otherwise may not have had. The difference between what we \"had\" before and what we \"can do\" now is remarkable, and it is all thanks to your compassion and willingness to give. You have helped transform challenges into possibilities, and your generosity continues to inspire both students and teachers alike.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your support has planted seeds of hope and inspiration that will continue to grow long after this project is complete. Our students are learning not only academic skills but also lessons about kindness, generosity, and the importance of giving back. They see through your example that there are people in the world who believe in them, cheer for them, and want to see them succeed. For that, we thank you with full hearts. On behalf of every child who smiles a little brighter, learns a little deeper, and dreams a little bigger because of this project, please know how truly grateful we are. Your impact will echo far beyond this classroom, shaping futures and fueling dreams. Thank you for standing with us, for lifting us up, and for reminding our students that they matter and that their education is worth investing in.","fullyFundedDate":1764873196168,"projectUrl":"project/spreading-kindness-student-led-acts-of/9892252/","projectTitle":"Spreading Kindness: Student-Led Acts of Creativity and Connection","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Collins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2766557_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470795547856","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2766557"},{"teacherId":4854765,"projectId":9929774,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Building Literacy & Numeracy Through Magnetic STEM Tiles, for our special education kindergarten and first grade students. Your generosity is opening new doors for hands-on learning in our classroom!\r\nFor our students with special needs, learning is most powerful when it is interactive, visual, and engaging. The magnetic STEM tiles are more than just building materials — they are tools for developing early literacy and numeracy skills in meaningful ways. Our students are using them to form letters, build sight words, create shapes, count, sort, and explore basic math concepts. Through play-based exploration, they are strengthening fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, and cooperative learning skills.\r\nThese materials allow us to differentiate instruction and provide multisensory learning experiences that meet each child where they are. The tiles help transform abstract concepts into something tangible and accessible, giving our students the confidence to take risks and celebrate their progress.\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is filled with curiosity, creativity, and joyful learning. Thank you for investing in our students and helping us create an inclusive environment where every child can grow academically and socially.","fullyFundedDate":1765765165924,"projectUrl":"project/building-literacy-numeracy-through-mag/9929774/","projectTitle":"Building Literacy & Numeracy Through Magnetic Stem Tiles!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vlaseros","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4854765_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657585287399","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/evlaseros"},{"teacherId":4854765,"projectId":9816758,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Colorful Visuals and Social Stories, for our special education kindergarten and first grade classroom. Your generosity is already making a powerful difference in the lives of our young learners.\r\nFor our students, visual supports and social stories are not just helpful tools—they are essential. Many of our children rely on clear, colorful visuals to understand routines, follow directions, and feel secure throughout the school day. Social stories help them learn how to navigate friendships, manage emotions, and respond appropriately in different situations. With these resources, we are able to break down big concepts into simple, meaningful lessons that our students can truly understand.\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is filled with engaging visuals that support communication, independence, and confidence. Our students are practicing social skills, building emotional awareness, and gaining the tools they need to succeed both academically and socially.\r\nYour kindness and belief in our classroom community mean more than words can express. Thank you for helping us create a supportive, structured, and joyful learning environment where every child can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1763787073287,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-visuals-and-social-stories/9816758/","projectTitle":"Colorful Visuals and Social Stories","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vlaseros","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4854765_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657585287399","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/evlaseros"},{"teacherId":4854765,"projectId":10019098,"letterContent":"From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for supporting our project for flexible seating small cube chairs in our special education kindergarten and first grade classroom. Because of your generosity, our students now have comfortable, supportive seating that truly meets their unique learning needs.\r\nIn our classroom, focused small group instruction is essential. These cube chairs provide the perfect space for students to sit safely and comfortably while working on foundational skills like reading, writing, communication, and social development. For many of our learners, having seating that supports their bodies helps them better regulate their attention, participate more fully, and feel confident during learning time.\r\n\r\nFlexible seating allows us to create inviting, structured small group spaces where students can engage without distractions. The cube chairs are not only practical, but they also help foster independence and a sense of ownership in our young learners. When students feel comfortable and supported, they are more willing to take risks, try new skills, and celebrate their progress.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom community. You have helped create an environment where every child can feel successful and valued.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and investing in their bright futures!","fullyFundedDate":1769292185463,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-focused-small-group/10019098/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for Focused Small Groups","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vlaseros","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4854765_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657585287399","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/evlaseros"},{"teacherId":2819355,"projectId":9854835,"letterContent":"Kindness is now something my students can hold in their hands thanks to your generous donation. \r\n\r\nThe room filled with excitement when the beads arrived. They immediately started thinking about words they could use to create these bracelets. \r\n\r\nEach student thoughtfully selected colors and words that they felt would impact others. The project quickly grew into something bigger than I expected. The whole school was so excited trying to find the bracelets around the school. \r\n\r\nYour generosity didn't just provide beads — it helped create meaningful conversations, strengthened friendships, and empowered students to see themselves as leaders of kindness within our school.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and in the hearts of our students. Your support is truly making a lasting impact.","fullyFundedDate":1762963194936,"projectUrl":"project/beads-of-kindness-spreading-love-and-em/9854835/","projectTitle":"Beads of Kindness: Spreading Love and Empathy Through Bracelet Making","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Toussaint","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2819355_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715277511168","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2819355"},{"teacherId":182135,"projectId":9980503,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project. Because of you, my students will be able to take part in meaningful February celebrations that highlight both kindness and cultural traditions.\r\n\r\nFebruary will be a special time in our classroom as students will learn about Valentine's Day and Lunar New Year—two celebrations that emphasize love, friendship, family, and new beginnings. This project will allow us to decorate our classroom and host an engaging celebration where students will learn, create, and celebrate together.\r\n\r\nMy students are curious, kind, and eager to learn about the world around them. They come from diverse backgrounds, and many will benefit from hands-on activities and shared experiences that help build understanding and community. A classroom celebration will ensure that every student will feel seen, included, and valued.\r\n\r\nCreating an inclusive and engaging celebration will require decorations and supplies that reflect both Lunar New Year and Valentine's Day. With limited classroom funds, it would be difficult to provide these materials without support. This project will ensure that all students, regardless of family resources, will be able to participate fully in both celebrations.\r\n\r\nThrough this experience, students will develop social-emotional skills, cultural awareness, and a stronger sense of classroom community. They will experience joy while learning about kindness, gratitude, and cultural traditions. These shared experiences will create positive memories and foster respect for diversity.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this meaningful and joyful learning experience possible. Your generosity will have a lasting impact on our students.","fullyFundedDate":1767741379153,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-kindness-culture-valentin/9980503/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Kindness & Culture: Valentine’s Day and Lunar New Year","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":9973822,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Lunar New Year project. Because of you, my students will prepare for their Lunar New Year celebrations with excitement, curiosity, and a deeper understanding of this joyful and meaningful holiday.\r\n\r\nInspired by Panda's \"Let's Explore!: Lunar New Year\" curriculum, this project will allow my elementary students to learn about Lunar New Year, also known as Chinese New Year—through hands-on activities that connect learning with joy and community. The supplies you provided will be used to create a classroom celebration that aligns with our larger school-wide event, helping students feel included and connected to something bigger than their own classroom.\r\n\r\nAs students prepare, they will explore important Lunar New Year traditions such as the symbolism of red and gold, lanterns, zodiac animals, family gatherings, and festive foods. These elements will help bring the curriculum to life in an age-appropriate and engaging way. Through guided activities, students will learn how the holiday follows the lunar calendar, why certain colors and symbols represent luck and prosperity, and how different cultures celebrate new beginnings.\r\n\r\nThis project will have a meaningful impact on our students by building cultural awareness, encouraging curiosity, and fostering respect for diversity. Preparing for the celebration together will support social studies, literacy, and social-emotional learning, while also creating joyful shared experiences. Students will experience learning beyond textbooks, helping them understand that traditions, stories, and celebrations are an important part of people's identities.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us create meaningful memories and for supporting an inclusive, joyful learning experience that celebrates culture and community. Your generosity will make this celebration possible.","fullyFundedDate":1768443158027,"projectUrl":"project/lunar-new-year-a-celebration-of-learnin/9973822/","projectTitle":"Lunar New Year: A Celebration of Learning and 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":182135,"projectId":9973092,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for fully funding our Lions, Luck, and Learning project. Your generosity has made it possible for our students to experience Lunar New Year in a hands-on, meaningful, and joyful way.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, my students are already hard at work as makers, transforming cardboard boxes into vibrant lion costumes. They are designing, cutting, coloring, and collaborating as they bring their ideas to life. This tactile, creative process allows students to explore symbolism, creativity, and teamwork while learning about the cultural significance of the lion dance.\r\n\r\nThe project will culminate in a celebratory lion dance performance, where students will proudly showcase their handmade creations while dancing to rhythmic beats meant to ward off bad luck from the past year and welcome good fortune in the year ahead.\r\n\r\nThis experience is especially impactful for my special education students. Creating with their hands, moving their bodies, and expressing themselves artistically supports fine motor development, communication, social interaction, and confidence. Sharing a small treat, like chocolate, at the end of the celebration helps make the experience feel festive, inclusive, and truly memorable.\r\n\r\nYour support turns learning into an experience students can see, touch, and celebrate together. Because of you, our classroom is filled with creativity, cultural appreciation, and pride as students share their work with the school community.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and helping make this joyful celebration possible.","fullyFundedDate":1766944621241,"projectUrl":"project/lions-luck-and-learning/9973092/","projectTitle":"Lions, Luck, and Learning","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":9980844,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous support of our Lunar New Year project. Your kindness is making a meaningful difference in my students' learning experiences, and I am truly grateful for your support.\r\n\r\nBecause of your help, my students will be able to participate in a hands-on Lunar New Year celebration. Rather than learning about this important cultural holiday only from books, students will experience it through meaningful activities that reflect real traditions. They will explore the symbolism of red and gold, learn about zodiac animals, participate in a school wide parade, and discuss the importance of family, new beginnings, and community. These experiences help bring learning to life in a joyful, age-appropriate way.\r\n\r\nThis project will have a lasting impact by building cultural awareness, curiosity, and respect for diversity. Students will better understand how the lunar calendar works, why certain customs represent luck and prosperity, and how Lunar New Year is celebrated across different cultures. The project supports social studies, literacy, and social-emotional learning by encouraging inclusion, empathy, and excitement for learning beyond the classroom walls.\r\n\r\nThis celebration is part of a larger, multi-phase schoolwide effort, and this is just one step in bringing the full experience to fruition. Please keep an eye on our other projects as they continuephotos and updates will be shared so you can see this celebration come to life and witness the joy your generosity creates.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping create meaningful memories for my students and for supporting learning that celebrates culture, community, and connection. Your generosity truly makes a difference.\r\n\r\nWith sincere gratitude,\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMs. Stavrou/Madame SouSou and her amazing students","fullyFundedDate":1767808543700,"projectUrl":"project/flipping-into-the-new-year-a-lunar-new/9980844/","projectTitle":"Flipping Into the New Year: a Lunar New Year 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":9955621,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous support of our Lunar New Year project. Your kindness is making a meaningful difference in my students' learning experiences, and I am truly grateful for your investment in our classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my students will be able to participate in a hands-on Lunar New Year celebration inspired by Panda's Let's Explore!: Lunar New Year curriculum. Rather than learning about this important cultural holiday only from books, students will experience it through meaningful activities that reflect real traditions. They will explore the symbolism of red and gold, learn about zodiac animals, create lanterns, and discuss the importance of family, new beginnings, and community. These experiences help bring learning to life in a joyful, age-appropriate way.\r\n\r\nThis project will have a lasting impact by building cultural awareness, curiosity, and respect for diversity. Through guided lessons and shared celebration, students will better understand how the lunar calendar works, why certain customs represent luck and prosperity, and how Lunar New Year is celebrated across different cultures. The project supports social studies, literacy, and social-emotional learning by encouraging inclusion, empathy, and excitement for learning beyond the classroom walls.\r\n\r\nThis celebration is part of a larger, multi-phase schoolwide effort, and this is just one step in bringing the full experience to fruition. Please keep an eye on our other projects as they continuephotos and updates will be shared so you can see this celebration come to life and witness the joy your generosity creates.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping create meaningful memories for my students and for supporting learning that celebrates culture, community, and connection. Your generosity truly makes a difference.\r\n\r\nWith sincere gratitude,\r\n❤️","fullyFundedDate":1766274242107,"projectUrl":"project/lets-explore-lunar-new-year-learning-t/9955621/","projectTitle":"Let’s Explore Lunar New Year: Learning Through 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":8931097,"projectId":9770387,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Wellness in Every Bag.\" Your generosity has made a meaningful difference for my students and our classroom community. 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