{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 165 Edith K Bergtraum","outOfStateSupporters":31.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6348592,"projectId":9293415,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Little Makers, Big Ideas: Building Our Kindergarten Makerspace!\" Your generosity has given my kindergarten students more opportunities to explore their creativity, think critically, and bring their ideas to life through hands-on learning.\r\n\r\nWe are using our new makerspace materials to encourage students to design, build, experiment, and problem-solve. Whether students are constructing imaginative structures, testing different ways to make their creations stand, or working together to bring an idea to life, they are learning that making mistakes is part of the process and that perseverance can lead to exciting discoveries.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, they were eager to explore all the possibilities! Their excitement and curiosity were wonderful to see as they began brainstorming what they could build and create. One of the most rewarding parts is watching students take an initial idea, test it out, make adjustments, and proudly share their finished creations with their classmates.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue incorporating makerspace challenges into our classroom learning. Students will have opportunities to plan their designs, use materials purposefully, explain their thinking, and collaborate with peers to solve open-ended problems. These experiences help strengthen early engineering skills while building confidence, communication, and independence.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our youngest innovators. Your support is helping us create a classroom where curiosity is encouraged, creativity is celebrated, and big ideas can begin with little hands!","fullyFundedDate":1746502417479,"projectUrl":"project/little-makers-big-ideas-building-our-k/9293415/","projectTitle":"Little Makers, Big Ideas: Building Our Kindergarten Makerspace!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6348592_orig.jpg?crop=967,967,x1108,y1582&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746745464959","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6348592"},{"teacherId":6348592,"projectId":9292937,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Dash into Coding: Kindergarten Coders in Action!\" Your generosity has given my kindergarten Gifted and Talented students an exciting opportunity to explore coding, problem-solving, and computational thinking through hands-on learning.\r\n\r\nWith Dash, students are learning that coding is more than just using technology; it is about giving instructions, sequencing steps, predicting outcomes, and debugging when something doesn't go as planned. As students program Dash to move in different directions, they must think critically, collaborate with classmates, and persevere through challenges. These experiences help bring important math and problem-solving concepts to life in a fun and meaningful way.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for students is seeing their code come to life! They love watching Dash respond to their commands and experimenting with different ways to make the robot move. The excitement is especially rewarding when students realize they can identify a mistake, adjust their code, and try again independently. Students who enjoy building, experimenting, and figuring out how things work have been particularly engaged, finding new ways to challenge themselves and share their discoveries with their peers.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue building students' coding skills through increasingly complex challenges that encourage them to plan, test, revise, and collaborate. Thank you for helping us nurture our youngest innovators and providing opportunities for them to develop the confidence and skills to become creative problem-solvers. Your support is making a meaningful difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1751304047355,"projectUrl":"project/dash-into-coding-kindergarten-coders-in/9292937/","projectTitle":"Dash into Coding: Kindergarten Coders in Action!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6348592_orig.jpg?crop=967,967,x1108,y1582&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746745464959","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6348592"},{"teacherId":6348592,"projectId":10245170,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Calm Bodies, Focused Minds: SEL Tools for Student Success!\" Your generosity has helped us create a classroom environment where students can develop the social-emotional skills they need to feel confident, focused, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nMy kindergarten students have been excited to explore these new resources and learn how to recognize their emotions, manage big feelings, and practice strategies to calm their bodies. We are incorporating these tools into our daily routines, especially during transitions, moments of frustration, and opportunities to practice self-regulation. It has been wonderful to see students begin to understand that taking a moment to breathe, pause, or reset can help them return to learning with a calmer mind.\r\n\r\nThese resources will continue to support our classroom community as we build independence, perseverance, and positive relationships. Our next step is to help students recognize when they need a calming strategy and independently choose a tool that works best for them. By practicing these skills consistently, students will strengthen their ability to navigate challenges, communicate their feelings, and engage more successfully in classroom activities.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and recognizing that social-emotional learning is an essential part of academic success. Your support is helping us build a classroom where every child feels supported, capable, and ready to grow!","fullyFundedDate":1777952597647,"projectUrl":"project/calm-bodies-focused-minds-sel-tools-fo/10245170/","projectTitle":"Calm Bodies, Focused Minds: SEL Tools for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6348592_orig.jpg?crop=967,967,x1108,y1582&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746745464959","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6348592"},{"teacherId":558,"projectId":10559222,"letterContent":"Your generous and thoughtful donations have given an enriched informational experience to my students.\r\nThey are eager to learn about new topics.\r\nThey are eager to share what they learn about the new topics with other students and even adults.\r\nThey can't wait to get a new Scholastic News into their hands each and every week.\r\nThey are then taking these topics and finding more information about what it is that they are reading.\r\nOne student, after reading the most recent said, \"I want to be an astronaut, just like those on the Artemis 2 mission.\"\r\nThank you for helping to grow students minds.","fullyFundedDate":1788959192211,"projectUrl":"project/science-and-social-studies-in-our-world/10559222/","projectTitle":"Science and Social Studies in Our World","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp558_orig.jpg?crop=2178,2178,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1611792990464","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rina-walter165"},{"teacherId":1998615,"projectId":10222352,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our early childhood classroom! The materials you have provided for us has gave us a magical beginning to the school year! We started the first day with a little magic playdoh, changing our playdoh into different colors giving us a great start to the new school year. The other materials will be used for centers and projects throughout the school year. We are so excited to create new things and explore the materials you have given us. Thank you all again for making our classroom for of excited learners'","fullyFundedDate":1787307607339,"projectUrl":"project/lets-keep-steming/10222352/","projectTitle":"Let's Keep STEMing","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ng","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1998615_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1459454359029","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/vng4"},{"teacherId":8926997,"projectId":10124407,"letterContent":"Funding this project at the end of the year brought so much joy to the students during a time when transition is hard for them. The chompsaw was a tremendous hit, and it was a wonderful tool for problem solving, engineering, and engagement. It was a touch too late to start the herbs, so this year's students will continue to benefit from your generosity.\r\n Not only were the children excited to go through the supplies, my colleagues also benefited from this project, so your impact tripled when it was used with other classrooms. We were able to make bird feeders, cardboard mazes, and boomerangs out of cardboard that otherwise would've been discarded. Using a power tool like the Chompsaw was a great confidence booster for my students as well. One student set up to cut, turned the machine on, and then immediately turned it off and asked for a model again to be sure. They told me they were a little nervous because it was noisy, and once the first student successfully did it, they couldn't wait for their turn. It was something they could maneuver independently and they were so proud.\r\n I can't thank you enough for your support. It isn't about the supplies, it's about the opportunities you've created for my students. We are currently saving paper scraps so we can soak them in our bucket and make our own paper. When you're a teacher, especially of kids with disabilities, you never know what memories and experiences are going to stick with them. You can be sure this one did when they returned this year asking if they could use that \"machine\" again. Thank you for your generosity!!","fullyFundedDate":1777919616440,"projectUrl":"project/sustainable-spring-environmental-explo/10124407/","projectTitle":"Sustainable Spring : Environmental Exploration Unit","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jessica","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8926997"},{"teacherId":10063191,"projectId":9889388,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of snacks for our classroom! Having these snacks allowed me to provide snacks to children who did not or were not able to bring in food for snack time. This ensured that they had the opportunity for a mid-day energy boost that helped them to focus and participate actively in our lessons for the remainder of the day. Said increased attention and engagement in lessons was evident – my students contributed to our classroom discussions more, shared more in-depth thinking, completed their work with greater stamina and diligence, and more. Also, having a snack to eat helped them keep their mood positive and ready for both learning and interaction with their peers, making our classroom a more joyful environment overall. Thank you so much again!","fullyFundedDate":1772550407379,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-our-future-one-snack-at-a-time/9889388/","projectTitle":"Fueling Our Future (One Snack at a Time!)","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gorovoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10063191_orig.jpg?crop=800,800,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750950876019","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10063191"},{"teacherId":9392158,"projectId":9948769,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project, \"Small Chairs, Big Impact: Cube Chairs for Focus and Learning!\" Your generosity has made a huge difference in our classroom, and we are incredibly grateful. The cube chairs have tremendously improved my students' focus and willingness to join the class for carpet time activities.\r\n\r\nThe cube chairs encourage participation, increase engagement, and help them build important classroom skills such as attending, listening, and staying with the group. What may seem like a simple piece of furniture has had such a big impact on our learning environment!\r\n\r\nOne of my students, who was previously very reluctant to join the group during carpet time, now eagerly asks for his cube chair by color when it's time for lessons and willingly takes his seat. As a result, he is spending significantly more time engaged with the group during instruction. Increasing his participation in whole-group learning was one of his primary goals, and thanks to your generosity, we were able to provide the flexible seating support that he needed to achieve it.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your support, kindness, and generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1768407858965,"projectUrl":"project/small-chairs-big-impact-cube-chairs-fo/9948769/","projectTitle":"Small Chairs, Big Impact: Cube-Chairs for Kindergarten Special Education Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rebecca Gorovoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9392158_orig.png?crop=690,690,x0,y289&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723219798792","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rebecca-gorovoy"},{"teacherId":6348592,"projectId":9292903,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our kindergarten classroom has been transformed into a rich, engaging literacy environment where our gifted and talented learners are truly thriving. The new Science of Reading-aligned literacy centers are already making a powerful impact, giving students the opportunity to strengthen essential skills like phonemic awareness, decoding, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension through hands-on, meaningful activities.\r\n\r\nWith access to decodable readers, phonics games, word work activities, and sound boxes, students are not only building strong foundational skills but also developing confidence and independence as readers. These centers provide the right balance of structure, challenge, and enrichment, allowing each child to learn at their own pace while staying deeply engaged.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our young learners are experiencing the joy of reading in new and exciting ways. They are taking risks, exploring language more deeply, and growing into capable, motivated readers who are eager to learn. Your support has created a lasting impact, setting our students on a path for continued success. Thank you for helping them soar!","fullyFundedDate":1746665977580,"projectUrl":"project/bright-beginnings-science-of-reading-ce/9292903/","projectTitle":"Bright Beginnings: Science of Reading Centers for Gifted Kindergarten Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6348592_orig.jpg?crop=967,967,x1108,y1582&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746745464959","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6348592"},{"teacherId":6348592,"projectId":9292832,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our makerspace has become an even more vibrant hub of creativity, collaboration, and innovation. The addition of LEGO sets has given students new opportunities to build, design, and problem-solve in ways that are both engaging and meaningful. Every day, students are working together to create everything from imaginative structures to real-world solutions, strengthening their STEM skills through hands-on exploration.\r\n\r\nThe LEGO-themed books have sparked excitement and inspired fresh ideas, encouraging students to take on new challenges and think more deeply about their designs. Whether following guided builds or inventing their own creations, students are developing perseverance, critical thinking, and confidence as they bring their ideas to life.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, more students now have access to a space where creativity thrives and learning feels like an adventure. Our makerspace is not just a place to build—it's a place where students discover their potential, collaborate with peers, and turn their big ideas into reality, one brick at a time. Thank you for making this lasting impact possible!","fullyFundedDate":1746502502482,"projectUrl":"project/bricks-books-and-big-ideas-expanding/9292832/","projectTitle":"Bricks, Books, and Big Ideas: Expanding Our Makerspace with LEGOs!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6348592_orig.jpg?crop=967,967,x1108,y1582&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746745464959","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6348592"},{"teacherId":6348592,"projectId":9272507,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has been transformed into a flexible and welcoming learning space where students are more engaged and excited to learn each day. The new seating options have given students the freedom to choose where they feel most comfortable, whether they are collaborating with classmates or focusing on independent tasks.\r\n\r\nThe floor lap desks have quickly become a favorite, allowing students to work comfortably on the floor while reading, writing, or participating in hands-on activities. This flexibility has made it easier for students to stay focused and take ownership of their learning by choosing positions that work best for them.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom now better supports a variety of learning styles and needs. Students are more motivated, comfortable, and confident, and the overall classroom environment is more positive and productive. Your generosity has made a lasting impact on how our students learn and grow every day—thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1745847087979,"projectUrl":"project/wiggles-welcome-flexible-seating-for-fo/9272507/","projectTitle":"Wiggles Welcome: Flexible Seating for Focused Learners!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6348592_orig.jpg?crop=967,967,x1108,y1582&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746745464959","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6348592"},{"teacherId":6348592,"projectId":9743151,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping fund my project! Your generosity is making a meaningful difference in my kindergarten classroom by providing my students with engaging, hands-on resources to strengthen their foundational math skills.\r\n\r\nThese materials help my students develop essential skills in counting, number recognition, addition, shape identification, and problem-solving. 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