{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS Q177 Robin Sue Ward School","outOfStateSupporters":35.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1653377,"projectId":9864991,"letterContent":"The board games funded through DonorsChoose have had a powerful impact on my classroom. They immediately transformed our learning environment by giving students hands-on, engaging tools that support both academic and social development. Students are now excited to work together, and the games have become an important part of our classroom routine.\r\n\r\nThe biggest change I've seen is in collaboration and social skills. Students who were once hesitant to work with peers now feel more confident communicating, taking turns, and cooperating during game play. The games provide a structured and fun way for students to practice problem-solving, negotiate rules, and support one another.\r\n\r\nThe project has also improved our classroom culture. Students look forward to game time, whether during centers, indoor recess, or small-group rotations. Behavior has improved because the games offer a positive, motivating outlet that reduces frustration and encourages teamwork. Many students have commented that they now feel more connected to their classmates.\r\n\r\nOverall, the board games funded through this project have made learning more joyful, interactive, and inclusive. They have created opportunities for engagement that I could not have provided on my own, and they continue to enrich our classroom every single day. My students and I are deeply grateful for this support.","fullyFundedDate":1762267632295,"projectUrl":"project/game-on-building-social-skills-and-smil/9864991/","projectTitle":"Game On! Building Social Skills and Smiles Through Board Games","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rothman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1653377_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1448408228029","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-rothman"},{"teacherId":9054152,"projectId":9783684,"letterContent":"What an unbelievable difference this project has made to my Young adults with disabilities. We transformed our small space from a boring room with desk and chairs to a beautiful room with alternative seating. Alternative seating give young adults with special needs the feeling of calm in a more adult like setting. \r\n Our classroom consist of 12 young adults ages 18-22 who are learning transitional \r\nand life skills. Our class goes to worksite everyday to learn and implement skills in the areas of culinary, clerical, custodial and life skills needed for work. So when they come back to our main school after work our new room gives them the feeling of home.\r\nThey get to choose seating that helps them relax after work. Alternative seating in a special education classroom allows students to move around while learning either move closer the teacher aiding the lesson or even just to sit with a group of friends.\r\n Your donations made such an impact allowing the students to feel like grown ups.\r\nAnd one of the best parts is that they worked together to put the items together and were able to be involved in their new class room from start to finish.","fullyFundedDate":1761568330245,"projectUrl":"project/spreading-kindness-and-promoting-mental/9783684/","projectTitle":"Spreading Kindness and Promoting Mental Health","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Renee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9054152_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710290058609","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9054152"},{"teacherId":3251152,"projectId":9701253,"letterContent":"Your donation to our sensory garden had a direct and meaningful impact on students with moderate to severe disabilities. This garden is more than a collection of plants—it's a hands-on learning environment where students can safely explore, regulate their emotions, and connect with the world around them through sight, sound, touch, and smell.\r\nYour support helped us create spaces that promote calm, encourage communication, and build independence. Students who struggle with sensory processing, attention, and behavior benefit from structured, therapeutic experiences like watering plants, feeling textures, listening to wind chimes, or caring for garden beds. These activities strengthen fine-motor skills, increase engagement, and provide natural opportunities for choice-making and language development.\r\nBecause many of our students rarely have access to nature in an urban environment, this garden becomes their place to feel grounded—a space where learning comes alive. Every tool, plant, and sensory element you help fund transforms the garden into an inclusive space that supports their social-emotional growth and helps them thrive.\r\nYour donation didn't just build a garden. It built confidence, curiosity, and moments of joy for students who deserve opportunities tailored to their unique strengths.","fullyFundedDate":1757881487313,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-health/9701253/","projectTitle":"Sensory Health","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O'Donnell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3251152"},{"teacherId":584277,"projectId":9676973,"letterContent":"THANK YOU for funding this project! I have had the opportunity to use these materials with my students for the past couple of weeks and the feedback from them has been nothing short of amazement. Students who would have normally struggled to play the guitar are jamming out, and the theremini and tongue drum have been a big hit as well.\r\n\r\nI hope the members of the 177 school community have a chance to pop in and see what we are working on. Everyone else, stay tuned for more updates on our student performers. Once again, thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1758829457779,"projectUrl":"project/inclusivity-in-the-music-classroom-a-ba/9676973/","projectTitle":"Inclusivity in the Music Classroom: a Band for Everyone","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hegarty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp584277_orig.png?crop=1208,1208,x0,y40&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733171506752","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/584277"},{"teacherId":9057965,"projectId":9395610,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your very generous donation in helping get our class project funded. We are back in school and have put the new resources in place! In our math station we set up our Donut Shop - here the students practice giving their order, taking orders, paying for their order, and making change. These steps are so important to get them ready for worksite programs. We are also practicing money skills with menu math worksheets which is great practice for money fluency.\r\n For our ELA stations we are practicing filling out job applications, holding mock interviews and working on journals about different jobs the students might be interested in. The journals are really helping the students learn about jobs they didn't know about and giving them more options for their futures. \r\nThe resources from this project will be such an amazing help to my middle school special needs students as they start to prepare for their future. Exposure to different jobs, having conversations with their peers, practicing job skills will help these students start to plan out their path for adulthood independence. Thank you so much for supporting our class!","fullyFundedDate":1750953250234,"projectUrl":"project/teaching-independence-to-exceptional-stu/9395610/","projectTitle":"Teaching Independence to Exceptional Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McCrann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9057965_orig.jpg?crop=481,481,x0,y68&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1684933239103","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9057965"},{"teacherId":9997923,"projectId":9253619,"letterContent":"Wow! Thank you so much for your generous support to my students and to our school. We are really appreciative of the supplies we have received to assist our students with special needs in promoting literacy and writing. We are grateful to the All State Foundation for making projects like these come to life! Our earliest learners are going to benefit greatly from the story starters and the journal books. The printer is definitely an asset so students will be able to print their own work samples and pictures! We are grateful for the support we have receieved!","fullyFundedDate":1744748377079,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-literacy-club/9253619/","projectTitle":"Creating a Literacy Club!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Peduzzi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9997923"},{"teacherId":9427462,"projectId":9334891,"letterContent":"The students have enjoyed a full summer supporting our garden space. It has been used as a place to experience nature and peace amonst our busy city. We purchased a barbeque grill and have had some healthy lunch times in he garden. Once a week we cook lunch from something we grew in our garden. We are learning how to prepare meals and plan activities and meals to promote wellness. This project will continue to grow for the years to come. \r\n\r\nStudents have begun to ask to go to the garden for a safe space and relaxation. We sometimes sit directly in contact with the grass and sometimes on the chairs and benches from other projects. The space looks so invited we have fond the neighbors in it.","fullyFundedDate":1747935407180,"projectUrl":"project/welcome-to-the-wellness-garden/9334891/","projectTitle":"Welcome to the Wellness Garden!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hamill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9427462"},{"teacherId":3251152,"projectId":9365423,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students, staff, and entire school community, we want to extend our deepest and most heartfelt thanks for your generous donation to our sensory garden project. Your support means more than words can express, and we are so grateful that you chose to be a part of something truly meaningful for our students with disabilities.\r\n\r\nThanks to your contribution, our vision of creating a safe, calming, and inclusive outdoor space is becoming a reality. Our sensory garden is designed specifically to support the needs of students with autism, cognitive delays, and sensory processing challenges. It is more than just a garden—it is a therapeutic environment where students can explore nature at their own pace, engage their senses, and experience peace and joy in a way that aligns with their unique needs.\r\n\r\nYour donation is helping us build an environment rich with textures, colors, sounds, and scents. From soft grasses underfoot to the smell of lavender in the air, every element is chosen with purpose and care. We are adding musical chimes for auditory exploration, raised beds for planting herbs and flowers, and a quiet nook where students can sit and reflect. Even a picnic table becomes a place of connection, where students and staff can share stories, snacks, or a moment of calm under the sun.\r\n\r\nFor students with disabilities, especially those who struggle with verbal communication or sensory regulation, this garden is a sanctuary. It supports their mental health, enhances their learning, and fosters independence. It also brings opportunities for meaningful engagement in gardening, environmental stewardship, and teamwork—skills that are not only therapeutic but essential for life beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is not just helping us grow a garden—it's helping our students grow, too. They are learning to nurture plants, take responsibility for their environment, and work alongside peers in a calm and structured way. These small moments of joy and success are the foundation for lasting confidence and well-being.\r\n\r\nWe are excited to keep you updated as the project continues. Our students will be documenting the process through photos, artwork, and journals, and we hope to share their stories with you so you can see the incredible impact your gift has made.\r\n\r\nIn a world that often overlooks the needs of students with disabilities, your support stands out as an act of kindness, inclusion, and hope. You have helped create a space where every child is valued, where differences are celebrated, and where healing and growth can flourish.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of our hearts—thank you. You have made a lasting difference in the lives of our students and in the fabric of our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1747651809999,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-garden-part-ii/9365423/","projectTitle":"Sensory Garden Part II","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O'Donnell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3251152"},{"teacherId":3251152,"projectId":9352870,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students, staff, and entire school community, we want to extend our deepest and most heartfelt thanks for your generous donation to our sensory garden project. Your support means more than words can express, and we are so grateful that you chose to be a part of something truly meaningful for our students with disabilities.\r\n\r\nThanks to your contribution, our vision of creating a safe, calming, and inclusive outdoor space is becoming a reality. Our sensory garden is designed specifically to support the needs of students with autism, cognitive delays, and sensory processing challenges. It is more than just a garden—it is a therapeutic environment where students can explore nature at their own pace, engage their senses, and experience peace and joy in a way that aligns with their unique needs.\r\n\r\nYour donation is helping us build an environment rich with textures, colors, sounds, and scents. From soft grasses underfoot to the smell of lavender in the air, every element is chosen with purpose and care. We are adding musical chimes for auditory exploration, raised beds for planting herbs and flowers, and a quiet nook where students can sit and reflect. Even a picnic table becomes a place of connection, where students and staff can share stories, snacks, or a moment of calm under the sun.\r\n\r\nFor students with disabilities, especially those who struggle with verbal communication or sensory regulation, this garden is a sanctuary. It supports their mental health, enhances their learning, and fosters independence. It also brings opportunities for meaningful engagement in gardening, environmental stewardship, and teamwork—skills that are not only therapeutic but essential for life beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is not just helping us grow a garden—it's helping our students grow, too. They are learning to nurture plants, take responsibility for their environment, and work alongside peers in a calm and structured way. These small moments of joy and success are the foundation for lasting confidence and well-being.\r\n\r\nWe are excited to keep you updated as the project continues. Our students will be documenting the process through photos, artwork, and journals, and we hope to share their stories with you so you can see the incredible impact your gift has made.\r\n\r\nIn a world that often overlooks the needs of students with disabilities, your support stands out as an act of kindness, inclusion, and hope. You have helped create a space where every child is valued, where differences are celebrated, and where healing and growth can flourish.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of our hearts—thank you. You have made a lasting difference in the lives of our students and in the fabric of our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1747415560309,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-garden/9352870/","projectTitle":"Sensory Garden","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O'Donnell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3251152"},{"teacherId":9888923,"projectId":9215258,"letterContent":"Wow! Thank you so much for your incredible contribution to my school community! My students are so excited to receive these resources and be able to spread kindness to everyone. My students have Autism and other severe disabilities, so finding ways in which they can give back to their school community in a meaningful way is an important aspect of their schooling. We really appreciate the generous contribute from ALL state and donorschoose for helping to build up our school community and promote kindness","fullyFundedDate":1743109321826,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-it-kind/9215258/","projectTitle":"Keeping it Kind!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Keltsma","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9888923"},{"teacherId":8037964,"projectId":8941476,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing our classroom with chargers, headphones, and essential iPad supplies! These items may seem small, but they have made a huge difference in helping us stay connected, focused, and excited about learning.\r\n\r\nWith reliable chargers, our devices are always ready for use. With headphones, students can engage in personalized learning activities without distraction. These tools have allowed us to make the most of our technology—whether we're reading independently, using communication apps, or working on creative projects.\r\n\r\nYour support helped remove barriers and made it easier for every student to access the tools they need to succeed. We are so grateful for your kindness and investment in our classroom's growth and joy.","fullyFundedDate":1732388427793,"projectUrl":"project/tech-basics-for-all/8941476/","projectTitle":"Tech Basics for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Tyler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8037964_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1631836136974","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8037964"},{"teacherId":8037964,"projectId":8848590,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project focused on helping save the bees! With your generosity, our students were able to package seeds and soil into take-home kits, complete with information about how to support local pollinators.\r\n\r\nThis project was a beautiful blend of science, environmental action, and real-world work skills. Students practiced fine motor skills and job-readiness as they carefully assembled each package, and they learned about the vital role bees play in our ecosystem. Even more powerfully, they took pride in giving back—sharing the kits with others in our school and community to spread awareness and action.\r\n\r\nYour support made it possible for our students to feel like changemakers. 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