{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 207","outOfStateSupporters":44.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9257802,"projectId":10571641,"letterContent":"When the students first walked into the room and saw the new pastel rug, their eyes lit up immediately. The soft, calm colors made the space feel instantly warm and welcoming without being visually overwhelming for students with sensory sensitivities. They were drawn right to it—many ran over to touch the soft fabric, while others carefully inspected the defined spots, already trying to figure out which spot was going to be \"theirs.\" Having those clear physical boundaries gave them an immediate sense of ownership and predictability, which made the morning transition smoother than ever.\r\n\r\nThe rug has transformed our morning meeting routine and explicit learning instruction. With clearly defined pastel spots, redirecting students and helping them understand personal space has become a breeze.\r\n\r\nDuring a recent interactive phonics lesson, each student sat on their designated spot with their individual whiteboards. Instead of struggling with physical boundaries or carpet squabbles, the students stayed focused on the task. We played a word-building game where each row of spots represented a phonics team. When it was time to share, students took turns stepping into the center of the rug to build their words on a shared easel. Having a predictable, safe space directly improved their engagement and confidence to participate in front of their peers.\r\n\r\nNext Steps for Our Class\r\nBuilding on the stability and routine our new learning rug provides, our students are taking the next steps in our collaborative reading and storytelling unit:\r\n\r\nSmall-Group Guided Instruction: The rug will serve as our core anchor point for small-group targeted intervention, allowing students to transition seamlessly from whole-group lessons into focused skill-building activities.","fullyFundedDate":1788972102759,"projectUrl":"project/class-rug/10571641/","projectTitle":"Class Rug","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. K","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9257802_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693935248163","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9257802"},{"teacherId":9257802,"projectId":10084738,"letterContent":"The new easel has completely transformed our small group instruction and shared writing sessions. During a recent reading response lesson, we gathered around the easel to analyze a passage together. Having the easel at student eye level allowed me to model sentence frames, highlight key text evidence in real time, and break down writing prompts step-by-step. During small group time, students come right up to the board to share their ideas, annotate text, and practice responding to prompts collaboratively before writing independently. It has turned passive listening into an interactive, hands-on experience where students feel comfortable taking risks in their writing.\r\n\r\nMy students were thrilled when the easel arrived! Their eyes lit up when they saw our new dedicated writing and reading station. They immediately asked, \"Is that for our small group reading?\" and couldn't wait for their turn to come up to the easel. Having a anchor tool designated specifically for our group work made them feel like real scholars with a professional space to brainstorm and share ideas. Their excitement was palpable, and it gave our classroom learning environment an instant boost of energy.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we are using the easel as a central hub for our upcoming text-dependent writing project. Students will be using the anchor charts we create together on the easel to draft their own structured responses to reading prompts. In our next small group rotations, students will take turns acting as the \"teacher\" at the easel—leading peer discussions, mapping out graphic organizers, and editing each other's work. Thanks to your support, my students are building greater independence, confidence, and enthusiasm as readers and writers every single day!","fullyFundedDate":1773939428154,"projectUrl":"project/easel-for-small-group-learning/10084738/","projectTitle":"Easel for Small Group Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. K","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9257802_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693935248163","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9257802"},{"teacherId":10243767,"projectId":9907049,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in supporting my Speech-Language Student Wishlist. Because of you, my students now have access to engaging books, puzzles, interactive games, and sensory bins that are already making a meaningful difference in our sessions.\r\n\r\nFrom the moment the materials arrived, the excitement was immediate. Students were eager to explore, ask questions, and dive into activities together. One especially memorable moment was watching a small group collaborate over a puzzle-based language game—students who typically need more support initiating interaction were naturally taking turns, asking for help, and building conversation skills without prompting. The sensory bins have also been a huge success, helping students stay regulated and engaged while practicing vocabulary, describing, and storytelling in a hands-on way.\r\n\r\nWe are using these resources daily to target communication goals such as expressive language, social interaction, problem-solving, and comprehension. The variety allows me to tailor activities to each group while keeping sessions fun, motivating, and meaningful.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we will continue incorporating these materials into structured and play-based lessons, including small group social communication activities and curriculum-based language support. These tools are helping students build confidence and independence in their communication skills, which carries over into their classrooms and peer interactions.\r\n\r\nYour support has truly expanded what's possible in our speech-language classroom. Thank you for making learning more accessible, engaging, and joyful for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1770070957029,"projectUrl":"project/miss-ms-speech-language-students-wishl/9907049/","projectTitle":"Miss M's Speech-Language Student's Wishlist","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. M","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10243767"},{"teacherId":10294951,"projectId":9778814,"letterContent":"Our classroom has truly come alive since we introduced these new sensory tools and rewards for students with autism. One moment that stands out was during a recent activity where students rotated through calming stations using items like fidget tools, desk bands, and visual supports. I watched one student, who often struggles to stay engaged, use a sensory tool to self-regulate and then successfully rejoin their group to complete a task. It was a powerful moment that showed just how impactful these resources can be.\r\n The reward system has also been incredibly motivating, giving students something positive to work toward while reinforcing their efforts and progress.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, our next steps involve continuing to build independence and self-awareness. Students are learning to identify which sensory tools work best for them and when to use them. We'll keep integrating these supports into daily routines, while also expanding opportunities for social interaction, communication, and academic growth. Thanks to your generosity, our classroom is becoming a more inclusive, supportive space where every student has the tools they need to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1769192005740,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-calm-focus-and-fun-in-our-ne/9778814/","projectTitle":"Tools for Calm, Focus, and Fun in Our NEST Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. CHARLES","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10294951_orig.png?crop=349,350,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759276595534","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10294951"},{"teacherId":9257802,"projectId":9778792,"letterContent":"While digital tools are a common part of daily life, in our classroom, technology is used with clear purpose—to create focused, equitable learning experiences. Having dedicated testing and instructional headphones allows my students to engage directly with adaptive software, hear passage read-alouds, and complete online assessments without background noise or distraction. The noise-canceling headphones give students who experience sensory overload a peaceful, quiet buffer, allowing them to regulate and focus on their tasks. Pair that with our new chair socks—which eliminate the constant scraping sound of metal chair legs—and our classroom noise level dropped dramatically. This combination of sensory reduction and clear audio lets every student lock in and demonstrate what they know on digital assessments without auditory strain.\r\n\r\nHonestly, the students were most excited about the immediate sense of personal space and control these tools gave them. When they put on the soft, cushioned headphones, it's like stepping into their own personal \"focus bubble.\" They love that they can hear audio prompts, speech-to-text feedback, and read-aloud accommodations clearly at their own preferred volume without worrying about interfering with their neighbors. The chair socks were an unexpected favorite too—the kids thought it was hilarious and neat that our chairs suddenly slid silently across the floor, making our transitions feel smooth and effortless.\r\n\r\nOur neurodivergent students and those with sensory processing sensitivities have benefited the most. One student in particular who used to get easily overstimulated during independent work time on Chromebooks—often covering their ears or needing frequent breaks away from the desk—now reaches for the noise-canceling headphones as soon as work begins. With the auditory distractions stripped away, this student can stay seated comfortably, complete online reading and math assessments with sustained focus, and express their ideas without feeling overwhelmed. Seeing them beam with pride after finishing an online assessment independently has been one of the most rewarding moments of our school year.","fullyFundedDate":1762266316987,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-sensory-needs-with-headphones/9778792/","projectTitle":"Supporting Sensory Needs With Headphones and Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. K","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9257802_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693935248163","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9257802"},{"teacherId":9257802,"projectId":7804259,"letterContent":"The new headphones were greeted with excitement and curiosity. Students who use these headphones were shocked by the new and improved quality, while others were impressed by our friends' new swag. These headphones are a significant improvement over our previous set and immediately made a noticeable difference in our classroom environment.\r\n\r\nBeyond the excitement, the impact has been meaningful. The improved sound quality and comfort have helped students stay focused, engaged, and confident while learning. For many of our students, having reliable, high-quality equipment allows them to participate more fully and independently, which has positively affected both their academic work and their overall classroom experience.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your generosity and support. Your donation has provided our students with not just new equipment, but also a sense of pride and motivation that comes from being valued and invested in. Thank you for making such a tangible and lasting difference in our students' daily learning and success.","fullyFundedDate":1703491522200,"projectUrl":"project/help-transform-our-class-sensory-center/7804259/","projectTitle":"Help Transform Our Class’ Sensory Center","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. K","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9257802_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693935248163","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9257802"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_377","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":367,"numTeachers":21,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":11,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":78,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"17.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":56.0,"schoolId":377,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about PS 207 on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"PS 207","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/ps-207/377"}