{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 159 Isaac Pitkin","outOfStateSupporters":39.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2555898,"projectId":9567664,"letterContent":"My Kindergarten English Language Learners students and I are so thankful for your kindness. \r\nThe students were happy to use the headphones when completing work on their iPads. It has helped them to stay focused not only on the task and questions but also on the articulation of the words spoken to them in the educational games. \r\nThe colorful paper has allowed the students to stay engaged with the task cards and work. The printer ink has helped the tasks come to life with the various colors. They also feel like big kids when they draw and write on the Post-It notes. \r\nWe are happy to have received this project. Thank you once again for your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1758898780904,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-displays-and-headphones/9567664/","projectTitle":"Colorful Displays and Headphones","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Torres","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2555898_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1459474808364","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jtorres1414"},{"teacherId":2555898,"projectId":9388763,"letterContent":"My Kindergarten students and I are so thankful for your kindness. \r\nThe students were so happy to wear a Birthday crown to showcase their special day. They also liked sharpening their own birthday pencil. \r\nI loved watching my students help one another. For example, one child highlighted the numbers, and the other child traced them.\r\nThe Zipper Pouch has come in so handy. We use it for center work, assessments, books, etc. They have a variety of uses in the classroom. \r\nWe are so happy to have received this project. It has helped us have a smooth transition between home and school. Thank you once again for your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1758898968586,"projectUrl":"project/notebooks-for-notes/9388763/","projectTitle":"Notebooks for Notes","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Torres","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2555898_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1459474808364","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jtorres1414"},{"teacherId":2555898,"projectId":9567478,"letterContent":"My Kindergarten students and I would love to thank you for your kind gesture. We have used the Primary Journal Notebooks to write and draw about the Five Senses stories read in class. We have used the sharpener to keep our pencils nice and sharp for writing. The Ticonderoga thick pencils have truly helped the little hands to have a better grasp and control when writing. \r\nWe are so grateful to have received this project at the beginning of the year. It helped us have a smooth transition into the school year. Thank you once again for your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1758898755892,"projectUrl":"project/beginning-of-the-year-supplies/9567478/","projectTitle":"Beginning of the Year Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Torres","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2555898_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1459474808364","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jtorres1414"},{"teacherId":1501369,"projectId":9220256,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping me teach about Civil Rights hero Ruby Bridges. A Civil Rights Hero. The students loved to see the trials and tribulations. They didn't know she was segregated and left in school alone. We wrote paragraphs with a topic statement, evidence from the text. Then we wrote a conclusion. The illustrations in the text are memorizing as well. Hearing Ruby's story from her point of view is an insight to her and her experiences as she faced this problem. Your generosity brought a spark that turned into a flame about wanted to know more about the end of segregation.","fullyFundedDate":1753918500133,"projectUrl":"project/reading-ruby/9220256/","projectTitle":"Reading Ruby","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wishy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1501369_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1457891578712","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mwishy"},{"teacherId":2555861,"projectId":9806671,"letterContent":"Thank you for generously funding our project. Your support validates the vision outlined in our proposal and makes it possible for us to move forward with the essential supplies we requested. We are deeply grateful for your confidence in our work and your commitment to helping us create meaningful impact. This funding allows us to begin implementing our goals with purpose and momentum. Thank you for investing in our mission and for believing in the positive outcomes this project will bring. It is much appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1763388495756,"projectUrl":"project/equipping-first-graders-with-books/9806671/","projectTitle":"Equipping First Graders with Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cotto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2555861_orig.jpg?crop=2459,2459,x766,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565152495659","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2555861"},{"teacherId":9992651,"projectId":9415953,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous support in funding our classroom project. The printer and essential supplies you provided have made such a meaningful difference for my students. As a new teacher, having access to these resources has helped me create a more organized, engaging, and visually rich learning environment that supports every child's growth.\r\n\r\nThe new technology has truly transformed how my students learn. Now, I can print colorful visuals, interactive worksheets, and individualized learning materials that make lessons come alive—especially for my kindergartners, who benefit from hands-on and visual learning. They are so excited when they see their own work printed out to share with their families or display in the classroom. It gives them a sense of pride and ownership in their learning.\r\nOne of the most exciting changes has been watching students who were once shy or hesitant become more confident. For example, a few of my English language learners have started taking more initiative during lessons because they can now use printed visuals to help them express their ideas. Seeing their faces light up when they recognize their printed work on the wall is truly priceless.\r\nThank you again for your kindness and generosity. You have not only provided materials—you have given my students motivation, confidence, and joy in learning. Your support means the world to us!","fullyFundedDate":1758899162092,"projectUrl":"project/print-for-a-purpose/9415953/","projectTitle":"Print for a Purpose","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mukta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9992651"},{"teacherId":9992651,"projectId":9406861,"letterContent":"I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support in providing me with a printer and essential classroom supplies. As a new teacher, these resources mean more than words can express. They have truly made a difference in helping me create an organized, engaging, and supportive learning environment for my students.\r\nThanks to your kindness, I am now able to print learning materials, student work, and communication tools that make daily lessons smoother and more meaningful. My students' faces light up when they see colorful worksheets and personalized learning activities—something that was made possible because of you.\r\nYour generosity has not only equipped my classroom but has also encouraged and inspired me as an educator. Knowing that there are people who care deeply about teachers and students gives me strength and motivation to keep giving my best every single day.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for believing in teachers like me and for investing in the future of our children.","fullyFundedDate":1758899218234,"projectUrl":"project/new-teacher/9406861/","projectTitle":"New Teacher","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mukta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9992651"},{"teacherId":1501369,"projectId":9563380,"letterContent":"Thank you dearly for your generosity and welcome to our classroom. The colorful pencils were such a treat to give out a box to each students. They need them to code text and identify different elements of a an informative paragraph. With your help colored pencils we were all able to success in this project. We also needed books to make into knoweldge journals that stores our new knowledge as we build on prior knowledge. The Hue is used for modeling things that just need to be shown without a smartboard. Thank you for all you have given us to help us succeed. We hope to have continued growth with these donations. \r\nThank\r\nYou\r\nMs. Wishy and scholars","fullyFundedDate":1758899270620,"projectUrl":"project/lets-kick-it-off/9563380/","projectTitle":"Let's Kick It Off","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wishy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1501369_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1457891578712","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mwishy"},{"teacherId":1501369,"projectId":9754130,"letterContent":"Wow, we are so appreciateive of your generous danation, we are overwhelmed with gratitude. Since receiving these items, students can be more independent and accountable for their supplies, as well as myself. The storage is invaluable and the labels to identify what is in each container really makes it organized. The chilkdren love to using the spinning desk organizers as well. The folders help me organize work samples to share with parents. The stapling gun and stapler help to make the room pop with samples of student work and other classroom needs like anchor charts. \r\n Again, thank you for helping both me and my students to organize.","fullyFundedDate":1758899188709,"projectUrl":"project/the-office-area/9754130/","projectTitle":"The Office Area","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wishy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1501369_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1457891578712","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mwishy"},{"teacherId":1501369,"projectId":9670758,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation. Now my students can use card stock to put paragraphs in order with topic statements and details with evidence. They can color code their paragraph as well, really sticking in that idea of the structure of informative Writing. The pencils help for them to write. The slates are used with card stock so children can show their thinking. And the erasers are used to alter misconceptions. You have made our class more inviting and enjoyable. Thank you! Be well.","fullyFundedDate":1758899189150,"projectUrl":"project/off-to-a-good-start/9670758/","projectTitle":"Off to a Good Start","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wishy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1501369_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1457891578712","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mwishy"},{"teacherId":1501369,"projectId":9541019,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to our classroom. The dry erase markers and pocket slates are invaluable. The children write on them with the dry erase markers you donated. This helps because we use them throughout the day for activities that children need use for practicing skills. On the spot I can correct any misconceptions. The other items will be displayed around the room, to decorate it or be used to stay clean and healthy during this season. We can't raise a child with out a village. Thank you for being part of our village.","fullyFundedDate":1758899160106,"projectUrl":"project/success-from-the-start/9541019/","projectTitle":"Success From The Start","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wishy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1501369_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1457891578712","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mwishy"},{"teacherId":1501369,"projectId":9753354,"letterContent":"Your kind donation has enabled my kids to feel special with their own pair of snazzy headphones. They were delighted to see them come out of the box. Their faces lit up! It was great to see. Now, my scholars are enable the use of a platform that helps them on their own individual learning path. The impact goes beyond the materials, it helps children's minds and worlds expand. Thank you for joining in my journey! The drawers are so handy for organizational purposes. Your contribution has really made may day!","fullyFundedDate":1758899127505,"projectUrl":"project/think-technology/9753354/","projectTitle":"Think Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wishy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1501369_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1457891578712","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mwishy"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_1274","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":660,"numTeachers":52,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":54,"percentBlack":16,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":25,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"12.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":60.6,"schoolId":1274,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about PS 159 Isaac Pitkin on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"PS 159 Isaac Pitkin","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/ps-159-isaac-pitkin/1274"}