{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 125 Ralph Bunche","outOfStateSupporters":27.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3760017,"projectId":9579157,"letterContent":"This year our classroom transitioned from a general education classroom space to an ICT classroom space sparking the need for multiple learning spaces within one classroom. \r\n\r\nThe United Federation of Teachers defines ICT as, \"An instructional model that allows students with disabilities to be educated with age‐appropriate peers without disabilities in the general education classroom with the support of a special education teacher to deliver specially designed instruction and accommodate and modify instruction, as needed. One general education and one special education teacher share accountability for the planning, delivery of instruction, and assessment for all students.\"\r\n\r\nThanks to your donations towards this project, you helped to provide both the general education teacher and the special education teacher with various whiteboards that created multiple learning spaces within our 1 classroom space. We are now able to meet the needs of all learners in every inch of our classroom. Thank you so very much for your support during this new and exciting time in education!","fullyFundedDate":1758899209433,"projectUrl":"project/new-book-releases-new-book-adventures/9579157/","projectTitle":"New Book Releases, New Book Adventures!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Scoufaras","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3760017_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1503419423092","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ascoufaras"},{"teacherId":3760017,"projectId":9646802,"letterContent":"Last year, when my co-teacher and I realized that our classroom library was already over 10 years old, we knew we needed to begin the search for more modern and relevant books for our learners. Thanks to your generosity, we have been able to begin modernizing our current collection of books, specifically adding 10 new book series written between 2020-today. \r\n\r\nYour donations also helped to fund a beautiful spinning shelf for all of our new library books. These enhancements to our library provided our third graders with books that reflect contemporary society, help them to develop a deeper understanding of contemporary issues, encourage empathy and understanding and model updated literary trends and techniques. We cannot thank you enough.","fullyFundedDate":1756209421876,"projectUrl":"project/small-group-big-board/9646802/","projectTitle":"Small Group, Big Board","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Scoufaras","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3760017_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1503419423092","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ascoufaras"},{"teacherId":9342777,"projectId":9664617,"letterContent":"Thanks to the new PE equipment, my students are more engaged, confident, and excited to learn than ever before. We've been using the parachutes, jump ropes, foam balls, and bean bags in cooperative games that focus on teamwork and communication. One especially meaningful moment was during a parachute activity where students had to work together to keep the ball moving—cheering each other on, problem-solving in real time, and celebrating when they succeeded as a team. It was a powerful reminder that PE is about much more than movement; it's about building character and community.","fullyFundedDate":1758908341986,"projectUrl":"project/active-adventures-in-pe/9664617/","projectTitle":"Active Adventures in PE","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Gabe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9342777_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700232480706","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9342777"},{"teacherId":9342777,"projectId":9786994,"letterContent":"Thank you for the generous support that has made such a positive impact on our students and school community. I truly love my students' energy, creativity, and teamwork, and the equipment we received has helped bring those qualities to life in powerful ways. Our students thrive when they are physically and socially engaged, and these resources have enhanced their learning experiences both in and out of the gym.\r\n\r\nThe Splash Tower, race bags, and team challenge games have transformed activities like Field Day into opportunities for collaboration, communication, and friendly competition. Students are learning how to work together, encourage one another, and build confidence through movement. These activities promote inclusion and help students of all abilities feel successful and connected.\r\n\r\nPoly spots and directional markers have improved the structure and flow of gym activities, helping students stay focused while developing motor skills and spatial awareness. Clear visual cues allow students to understand expectations, transition smoothly, and participate with confidence. The air pump ensures all equipment remains ready for use, maximizing active time and keeping lessons running efficiently.\r\n\r\nTogether, these resources have created a dynamic, inclusive environment where every student can grow, stay active, and enjoy learning through movement. Thank you for investing in our students and supporting experiences that foster teamwork, confidence, and a lifelong love of physical activity.","fullyFundedDate":1765472221484,"projectUrl":"project/building-team-spirit-and-fitness/9786994/","projectTitle":"Building Team Spirit and Fitness","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Gabe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9342777_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700232480706","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9342777"},{"teacherId":9271870,"projectId":9630619,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contributions! My students now have colorful journals which they can use in the music classroom.\r\n\r\nThe students enter the room and can draw or write about music they are hearing in the classroom. Students can express their thoughts, emotions, how music makes them feel, and can look back on their work. It has been a wonderful addition to our room.\r\n\r\nThe addition of these journals has been a wonderful addition to the music room and has given us a great routine at the start of class.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and support.","fullyFundedDate":1755785801329,"projectUrl":"project/composition-books-for-composers/9630619/","projectTitle":"Composition Books for Composers!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Tilden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9271870_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696947649106","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9271870"},{"teacherId":9271870,"projectId":9261474,"letterContent":"The 4th grade installment of the spring show was quite the spectacle! The lights were off, musical orbs turned on, and every student had an instrument to play.\r\n\r\nHaving these instruments enhanced the performance in so many ways. Students learned how to play musical passages on the instruments, increased their knowledge of musical literacy, learned how to sing and play an instrument at the same time and had so much fun in doing so.\r\n\r\nThese instruments were an amazing addition to the music room and could not have been done without your generosity and support!","fullyFundedDate":1745850823509,"projectUrl":"project/spring-music-show/9261474/","projectTitle":"Spring Music Show!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Tilden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9271870_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696947649106","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9271870"},{"teacherId":9271870,"projectId":9171526,"letterContent":"When this rug showed up to the music room, eyes were wide, and a million questions began to surface. Students sat on the perimeter of the rug wanting to know what each musical symbol meant and signified.\r\n\r\nIn chorus, students were able to match some of the symbols on the rug to real life musical examples in their scores.\r\n\r\nYounger students came up with ideas to create a musical board game on the rug.\r\n\r\nStudents imaginations were running wild, and the excitement of the rug was overwhelming.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your support and creating much joy in the music room!","fullyFundedDate":1746787396486,"projectUrl":"project/shrug-we-do-not-have-a-good-rug/9171526/","projectTitle":"Shrug, We Do Not Have a Good Rug!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Tilden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9271870_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696947649106","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9271870"},{"teacherId":9271870,"projectId":9261469,"letterContent":"Having dry erase markers were so helpful to our music classroom! Students were able to learn how to draw treble clefs and use staff dry erase boards. It was fun to see students expand their musical skills, knowledge and have a helpful tool to use.\r\n\r\nSometimes it is difficult to obtain the most basic of classroom materials, and the gift of markers and folder were instrumental to the classroom.\r\n\r\nIn addition to having markers students also have folders in which they can decorate and call their own within the music room.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1745775715699,"projectUrl":"project/organization-and-markers/9261469/","projectTitle":"Organization and Markers!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Tilden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9271870_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696947649106","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9271870"},{"teacherId":2996573,"projectId":9076711,"letterContent":"The weaving Blankets for Bears Project has been such a success with both the children and their families. The kindergarten class learned about the art of weaving from the Black Studies Curriculum focusing on Kente cloth. Soon after, the children expressed an interest in weaving blankets for their cozy stuffed bears(ERP). We displayed the many colors of yarn from Donors Choose and it ignited great enthusiasm amongst our community. Our families volunteered to create looms and to sit with each child while weaving and sharing stories. The project spanned a few months. We created a weaving center in the classroom which was available during early morning drop-off and Center Time. \r\n\r\nOne conversation was between a grandmother and a student in our class. She described how it was her mother who had taught her to weave when she was a child. \"Maybe I could teach someone too!\", responded the student. The pride and confidence the children have developed is a delight.","fullyFundedDate":1739369634047,"projectUrl":"project/weaving-art-families-and-black-studies/9076711/","projectTitle":"Weaving Art, Families, and Black Studies Together","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Allen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2996573"},{"teacherId":4779796,"projectId":9322573,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to our classroom! You helped us get two new white boards for our room. We are a co-taught classroom so we often teach in two spaces at the same time. Your generous donation has allowed us to put two large white boards in each learning space. These boards are magnetic so we can attach papers and charts to the board. They are also really big so students can use them as well! \r\n\r\nWhen we sat down to teach our first lesson with the boards the kids were SO excited. Along with the magnetic sentence strips included in this project they were able to read and write on the boards. You've truly helped contribute to two more practical and enjoyable learning spaces for our wonderful students. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1746495674000,"projectUrl":"project/white-boards-for-wonderful-learners/9322573/","projectTitle":"White Boards for Wonderful Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mandy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4779796_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1531923365612","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mandy125"},{"teacherId":9708544,"projectId":8983799,"letterContent":"Thank you endlessly for the supplies you helped resource for my art room. These materials provide critical support for a wide range of creative projects, ensuring that students have access to high-quality tools that foster both artistic expression and skill development. The paper cutter is essential for preparing materials for collage, bookmaking, and paper-based sculpture projects, allowing me to efficiently and safely trim watercolor paper, cardstock, and construction paper to the exact size needed for specific lessons. Similarly, the art drying rack plays a vital role in classroom management by providing a designated, organized space for artwork to dry—especially important for tempera and watercolor paint projects—as it helps prevent smudging and allows students to take pride in neat, finished work.\r\n\r\nThe Kwik Stix Tempera Paints are a mess-free solution that allow younger students to explore painting techniques without the need for water cups or brushes. These quick-drying sticks are ideal for bold, colorful projects such as poster-making, portraits, or storytelling illustrations. The watercolor paper, which is thick and absorbent, helps students confidently explore paint layering, blending, and resist techniques without worrying about the paper tearing. The felt and metallic paper are perfect for mixed-media units and fiber art projects like fabric collages, quilt-inspired pieces, or cultural art explorations. Their texture and vivid color encourage creative freedom and tactile learning, supporting lessons on patterns, texture, and symbolism.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, foundational materials like white cardstock, black and white construction paper, and Elmer's glue sticks are staples in any art room, supporting everything from mask-making to puppet creation to paper architecture. The multicolor pom-poms and cotton balls enrich 3D projects, adding volume and visual interest to creatures, seasonal crafts, and community-themed dioramas. All of these supplies not only nurture student creativity and motor development but also enable lessons that celebrate identity, heritage, and environmental awareness throughout the year. I'm truly grateful for your support in bringing new and engaging materials into the art room—thank you for making these experiences possible.","fullyFundedDate":1735698881942,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-young-artists/8983799/","projectTitle":"Supporting Young Artists","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Andrea","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9708544"},{"teacherId":3760017,"projectId":9074213,"letterContent":"At PS 125, our third graders LOVE computer time! We have been lucky enough to have been given class sets of laptops to use for enrichment activities, online programs and assessments, research and class projects. Unfortunately, we did not have access to headphones, making individual and group work LOUD and challenging when students have to listen during a virtual activity, watch videos, and/or hear music and audio.\r\n\r\nOur new class set of headphones are so helpful as they make our computers accessible for all. Students can now do their very best work! Also, thanks to your donation, families in our school community who were unable to provide a set of headphones for school, or purchase new headphones for school use, now have a brand new set! \r\n\r\nWe cannot thank you enough!","fullyFundedDate":1738261519709,"projectUrl":"project/listen-up-we-need-headphones/9074213/","projectTitle":"Listen Up! 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