{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 143 Louis Armstrong","outOfStateSupporters":26.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2060495,"projectId":9707044,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our new printer and easel have made a truly meaningful difference in our classroom. These tools have transformed the way I am able to support my ENL and Special Education students. Having the ability to print differentiated materials, visual supports, and charts in color has made lessons more engaging and accessible for all learners. My students light up when they receive materials created just for them, and the added clarity and vibrancy have helped them stay focused and confident.\r\n\r\nThe easel has quickly become an essential part of our small-group instruction. It allows me to model strategies, display charts, and guide students' thinking in a clear and interactive way. Being able to present math problem-solving steps right at their eye level—and adjust materials as we talk through ideas—has strengthened both understanding and participation. It has truly created a space where students feel supported, seen, and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your kindness and support. Your donation has given my students tools that help them shine every day, and we are deeply grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1758899188502,"projectUrl":"project/brighten-up-our-learning/9707044/","projectTitle":"Brighten Up Our Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Zettler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2060495_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537873601108","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2060495"},{"teacherId":7185495,"projectId":9560358,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the cleaning supplies, hexagon felt boards & push pin set. These supplies are going to make the technology lab neat, tidy and healthy. The students love the ability to have tissues placed near them between the computers. When the keyboards are a bit dust from a long vacation the power towels allow them to wipe them. The screen wipes keep the finger prints to a minimum. The clorox wipes help with the counters. The hexagon shapes allow for notes that need to be shared between classes. We can't thank you enough for the supplies.","fullyFundedDate":1757423206497,"projectUrl":"project/tidy-technology-lab/9560358/","projectTitle":"Tidy Technology Lab","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jennifer Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7185495_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1593633046812","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7185495"},{"teacherId":8642019,"projectId":9605104,"letterContent":"Creating a learning environment where students feel engaged, motivated, and supported is one of my top priorities as an educator. Over the years, I have seen firsthand how the classroom atmosphere can directly impact students' focus, participation, and sense of belonging. One of the most effective ways I have been able to bring my classroom to life is by incorporating colorful, purposeful materials that not only brighten the space but also serve as tools for learning.\r\n\r\nWhen my students enter the classroom, they are welcomed into an environment filled with vibrant visuals that immediately capture their attention. From colorful name plates that help them find their seats to reward charts that track their progress, each piece has been carefully designed with intention. These materials are more than just decorations; they function as motivators, reminders, and supports that guide students in their daily routines. For example, the sound wall helps reinforce phonics and language skills, while the focus wall highlights key concepts and objectives that keep students grounded in their learning goals.\r\n\r\nIn order to create these resources, I have relied heavily on access to a printer, particularly one that can print in color. Color makes a significant difference in how students interact with classroom materials. Bright visuals are more engaging and memorable, and they allow me to differentiate instruction more effectively. For instance, I can design worksheets and charts using different colors to indicate levels of difficulty, highlight important steps, or provide visual cues for students who need additional support. This approach not only helps struggling learners but also challenges advanced students by giving them materials that are appropriately leveled.\r\n\r\nAnother benefit of having access to a color printer is the flexibility it gives me to adapt quickly to my students' needs. Education is dynamic, and lessons often evolve as I observe how students respond. If I notice that a group of students needs more practice with a particular concept, I can create targeted materials right away. Whether it's a set of flashcards, a visual anchor chart, or a differentiated practice sheet, the ability to print in color allows me to provide tools that are both functional and appealing.\r\n\r\nFurthermore, colorful classroom materials help build a sense of community. Students love seeing their names displayed proudly on charts, and they take ownership when they see their progress tracked in a way that is clear and visually engaging. The use of color also fosters excitement—students are naturally drawn to materials that look inviting, which increases their willingness to participate. This has been especially powerful for motivating reluctant learners who might otherwise feel disconnected from the classroom experience.\r\n\r\nIn short, access to a color printer has been a valuable resource that enhances both teaching and learning in my classroom. It allows me to create a welcoming environment, differentiate instruction, and design materials that inspire students to stay engaged and take pride in their progress. Ultimately, the investment in color printing translates into an investment in student success.","fullyFundedDate":1756147924399,"projectUrl":"project/just-like-a-rainbow-each-of-my-students/9605104/","projectTitle":"Just Like a Rainbow, Each of My Students Shines","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ayala","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8642019_orig.jpg?crop=1120,1120,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661204289649","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-ayala2"},{"teacherId":7656771,"projectId":9147407,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in bringing our classroom project to life! Your contributions of highlighters, glue sticks, pencils, and folders have already made a wonderful difference for my students.\r\n\r\nThe highlighters have become a favorite tool during reading, as students excitedly use them to find and mark text evidence. Glue sticks have fueled creativity during arts and crafts projects, allowing students to express themselves and proudly display their work. The pencils—which always seem to disappear quickly—have been a lifesaver during daily lessons. And the folders have given each child a special place to keep and showcase their important work, which has boosted their sense of pride and responsibility.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students' eyes lit up with excitement. They couldn't wait to get their hands on everything and begin using them right away. One of the most memorable moments was watching them highlight key details during a reading passage—several students said it made them feel \"like real detectives!\"\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students are now better equipped to learn, create, and share their knowledge with confidence. As we move forward, we'll be continuing to use these resources for upcoming writing projects where students will highlight supporting evidence and organize their drafts neatly in their folders. The supplies you provided will keep empowering them to grow and succeed.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of myself and my students, thank you again for believing in us and investing in our learning journey. Your generosity has left a lasting impact!","fullyFundedDate":1746567777358,"projectUrl":"project/end-of-year-necessities/9147407/","projectTitle":"End of Year Necessities!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Milner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7656771_orig.jpg?crop=2127,2127,x0,y1313&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757124803795","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/helpmsmilner"},{"teacherId":8774881,"projectId":8544568,"letterContent":"Thank you for your kindness and generosity in helping my students get a group table for our classroom. This table has been a game changer, giving our students a unique space to engage in group activities, crafts, and more. \r\n\r\nIn addition, having this space has been very special for me because I have seen a lot of magical things take place there. I have witnessed students read their first word, sentences and even short stories, and its all thanks to you. Thank you for taking your time to change the world one classroom at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1723920797273,"projectUrl":"project/collaborate-create-equipping-students/8544568/","projectTitle":"Collaborate & Create: Equipping Students with a Dynamic Group Table","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bermeo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8774881_orig.png?crop=673,673,x0,y15&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722989943244","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8774881"},{"teacherId":6703310,"projectId":8515286,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing the materials my students needed to continue their learning journey. Because of your contribution, we were able to resume our daily journals, writing about real-life experiences, dreams, and goals for the future.\r\n\r\nYour donation also helped students develop practical skills—like learning to sharpen their own pencils—and the art supplies quickly became a favorite, offering a creative and calming outlet during challenging moments.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has made a meaningful impact on our classroom, and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1731948915204,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-ready-with-school-supplies/8515286/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Ready With School Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vargas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6703310_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757717409731","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6703310"},{"teacherId":5813859,"projectId":8740607,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations! With your help I have given my students new and engaging small group instruction! \r\n\r\nMy bilingual students have grown so much this year. These materials have given them\r\nhands on opportunities to continue to strengthen their literacy skills in both Spanish and English. \r\n\r\nThese materials were also used during independent work. Giving students opportunities to work with and learn from their classmates. \r\n\r\nYour donations will also reach many students next school year.","fullyFundedDate":1737606826825,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-small-group-instruction/8740607/","projectTitle":"Engaging Small Group Instruction!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5813859"},{"teacherId":5813859,"projectId":9036532,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations. The document camera received with the support of this project has given my students many learning opportunities. \r\n\r\nMy students are now able to easily share their math and writing with the whole class. This has supported in strengthening their language skills in both Spanish and English. They are able to share their thoughts on their classmates work, and support their classmates in strengthening their work. \r\n\r\nYour donation will continue to support many students in the upcoming school years.","fullyFundedDate":1740451224071,"projectUrl":"project/look-what-i-can-do/9036532/","projectTitle":"Look What I Can Do!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5813859"},{"teacherId":7656771,"projectId":8997626,"letterContent":"First and foremost, thank you again for your incredible generosity. The kindness of strangers to the New York City public school system never fails to amaze me. If you could see the pure joy that simple materials bring to our youngest scholars, you'd be absolutely floored.\r\n\r\nThe markers you provided have been utilized to create vibrant, engaging anchor charts that now adorn the walls of our classroom. Additionally, with enthusiastic student participation, we have collaboratively crafted imaginative stories and charts. The students love being able to choose the color they want to write with. The pop fidget blocks have also been a crucial component for our phonics instruction. Having the opportunity to engage with these hands-on manipulatives has truly solidified their learning.\r\n\r\nThe laminator and laminating sheets have been put to great use as well. This has allowed me to provide my students with disabilities customized, individualized learning materials as per their IEPs. And the spiral-bound index card books have been a huge hit! Students take genuine ownership of their learning by writing out their weekly sight words in the books, which they can then review whenever they have free time or at home.\r\n\r\nThank you, from one very proud and deeply grateful NYC teacher!","fullyFundedDate":1734099383937,"projectUrl":"project/engage-in-the-delightful-world-of-phoni/8997626/","projectTitle":"\"Engage in the Delightful World of Phonics Through Hands-On Learning.\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Milner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7656771_orig.jpg?crop=2127,2127,x0,y1313&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757124803795","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/helpmsmilner"},{"teacherId":8642019,"projectId":9000374,"letterContent":"My students were thrilled to have the half-moon table for our small group activities! It has provided them with a dedicated space to engage in literacy activities, participate in discussions, and collaborate with their peers. This setup has also allowed me to effectively reteach concepts and closely monitor their progress. One memorable moment was seeing a group of students confidently take turns reading aloud and helping each other decode challenging words—something they hesitated to do before. The table has truly fostered a more interactive and supportive learning environment!","fullyFundedDate":1734099394008,"projectUrl":"project/its-time-to-learn-with-my-peers/9000374/","projectTitle":"It’s Time to Learn With My Peers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ayala","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8642019_orig.jpg?crop=1120,1120,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661204289649","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-ayala2"},{"teacherId":8657657,"projectId":8300802,"letterContent":"I am beyond grateful of the generosity that was given to support my kindergarten students. The majority of my students are multilingual learners and learning a language other than their native language can be challenging, especially if it's their first time being in school. All the materials are being utilized in literacy centers for students to practice letter fluency and decoding words in a multi-sensory way. Literacy centers is their favorite part of the day, they are so happy to use all these materials because they are reinforcing their literacy skills in an interactive learning environement with their classmates. I already see growth in letter recognition, decoding words and in their oral language.\r\n\r\nI want my students to be confident readers; therefore providing materials in a fun engaging way gives them opportunites to succeed. Right now they are indentifying letters and reading cvc words, soon they will start reading words with digraphs, blends and suffix -s and -es. I am thankful for having these materials that allowed me to build a foundation in their literacy development.","fullyFundedDate":1713274111058,"projectUrl":"project/multisensory-activities-for-literacy-cen/8300802/","projectTitle":"Multisensory Activities For Literacy Centers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sarmiento","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8657657_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661774262407","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-sarmiento1"},{"teacherId":8642019,"projectId":8891196,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generous donations we've received, we've been able to provide our students with essential literacy manipulatives that are transforming the way they learn and engage with reading and writing. 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