{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody","outOfStateSupporters":70.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1527681,"projectId":9729005,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our DonorsChoose project and for adding an iPad to our classroom rotation. Your generosity has provided our students with countless opportunities for hands-on, age-appropriate STEM learning in technology and engineering.\r\n\r\nWith the added iPad, students are able to explore problem-solving, creativity, and early engineering concepts through interactive apps and activities. They are building confidence as they experiment, collaborate, and learn through meaningful, engaging experiences that support their growing curiosity about how technology works.","fullyFundedDate":1764626525943,"projectUrl":"project/stem-superstars-with-an-ipad/9729005/","projectTitle":"STEM Superstars With an iPad!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Amy Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1527681_orig.jpg?crop=534,534,x132,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1568764677780","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lovewhatido"},{"teacherId":1527681,"projectId":9792161,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our DonorsChoose project and for adding an iPad to our classroom rotation. Your generosity has opened the door to countless opportunities for hands-on, age-appropriate learning in technology and engineering.\r\n\r\nWith this added iPad, students are able to explore coding and problem-solving through engaging apps such as iReady and ScratchJr. These experiences allow them to build early computational thinking skills, practice creativity, and develop perseverance as they learn through play and exploration. The iPad has quickly become a valuable learning tool that supports collaboration, curiosity, and independent learning during our classroom rotations.","fullyFundedDate":1763614092884,"projectUrl":"project/tiny-hands-big-tech-dreams/9792161/","projectTitle":"Tiny Hands, Big Tech Dreams!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Amy Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1527681_orig.jpg?crop=534,534,x132,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1568764677780","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lovewhatido"},{"teacherId":1527681,"projectId":9914067,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our DonorsChoose project and supporting our classroom in such a meaningful way. Because of your generosity, our snack bins are now stocked, ensuring that all students have access to snacks when they need them. This has helped our children stay focused, comfortable, and ready to learn throughout the day.\r\n\r\nYour support also added extra joy to our classroom by allowing us to include holiday-themed treats and prizes in our treasure box. From magnetic drawing pads to lollipops and Dreidels to learn and play the game, these prizes brought excitement, motivation, and cultural learning into our classroom. The students were thrilled to choose prizes and engage in fun activities that made the holiday season even more special.\r\n\r\nThank you for thinking of our students and for helping create a classroom environment filled with care, celebration, and opportunity. 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First, the children built a friendship with the two stuffies, learning to care for and trust them. Then, they discovered that they can turn to the koala when they need help calming their bodies and minds. The gentle breathing motion, musical lights, and rhythmic breathing have provided comfort and reassurance, especially during moments of big emotions.","fullyFundedDate":1764613626273,"projectUrl":"project/holiday-magic-and-self-confidence-for-ev/9914069/","projectTitle":"Holiday Magic and Self-Confidence for Every Child","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Amy Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1527681_orig.jpg?crop=534,534,x132,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1568764677780","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lovewhatido"},{"teacherId":3411178,"projectId":9715436,"letterContent":"Our Focaccia Garden Art Event was an incredible success! Over 40 parents joined their children in the cafeteria to roll up their sleeves, mix dough, and transform simple ingredients into beautiful, edible \"bread art gardens.\"\r\n\r\nTogether, families explored STEM and creativity in action—learning about the science of yeast, the math behind measuring and rising, and the engineering of dough structure and design. As students decorated their focaccia with colorful vegetables and herbs, they also practiced speech and language skills, describing textures, sharing topping ideas, and proudly explaining their creations.\r\n\r\nThe event brought so much laughter, collaboration, and joy to our school community. We loved seeing families and teachers working side by side, turning learning into something hands-on, meaningful, and delicious.\r\n\r\nA heartfelt thank you to all the parents, teachers, and staff who made this possible. 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The students are thrilled to have a book in their hand to read, analyze, and discuss. \r\n\r\nReading is so important and my students really enjoy getting to read at their own pace. Our next step is for students to take the book club from the classroom to their homes. Having the children read with their parents and discuss what they've read is great for quality family time. \r\n\r\nThank you for bringing even more of a love of reading to our classroom. I truly appreciate it. Thank you again!!","fullyFundedDate":1754597362064,"projectUrl":"project/fostering-a-love-of-reading/9503196/","projectTitle":"Fostering a Love of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O'Neill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp976697_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1525291603294","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/976697"},{"teacherId":1527681,"projectId":9751450,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to our DonorsChoose project. Our new headphones have already made a huge difference in the classroom, helping our students focus on their lessons. We are so grateful for your generous support!\r\n\r\n Holden were so happy to receive a package to our classroom so I let them open the box and they were surprised with new headphones to use for their learning and growing. The smiles were grand and the cheers were loud! Hoping now that we will no longer deal with children hearing sound coming from one ear. Thank you for making a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1760665642840,"projectUrl":"project/clear-sound-sharp-minds-headphones-an/9751450/","projectTitle":"Clear Sound & Sharp Minds: Headphones and Puzzles","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Amy Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1527681_orig.jpg?crop=534,534,x132,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1568764677780","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lovewhatido"},{"teacherId":1527681,"projectId":9615768,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of the Bead Box to help organize and store our beads, jewelry-making kits, and supplies for our decoupaging projects!\r\n\r\nThis thoughtful gift has already made a huge difference in our classroom. Having a dedicated space to keep our materials neat, accessible, and well-organized has helped the children focus more on their creativity and less on searching for supplies. It's a simple but powerful tool that's allowing their imaginations to take flight.\r\n\r\nThe students are already sketching their ideas and are full of excitement about what they'll create next. They're not only learning artistic skills, but also gaining a real appreciation for planning, design, and the value of working with their hands and hearts.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your support in bringing meaningful, creative opportunities into our classroom. You've helped build a foundation for inspiration and growth—one bead and idea at a time!","fullyFundedDate":1755989596410,"projectUrl":"project/making-a-difference-decoupage-kindness/9615768/","projectTitle":"Making a Difference-Decoupage Kindness","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Amy Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1527681_orig.jpg?crop=534,534,x132,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1568764677780","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lovewhatido"},{"teacherId":1527681,"projectId":9640554,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students, I want to extend our deepest thanks for the generous donation of the Giant Friendship Bracelet, the Giant Friendship Bracelet Banner, and the amazing UV Solar Magic Beads.\r\n\r\nYour thoughtful gifts helped kick off our school year with creativity, excitement, and kindness. The Giant Friendship Bracelet and Banner served as beautiful visual models that inspired our students to create their own bracelets—not just as crafts, but as symbols of friendship, strength, and connection.\r\n\r\nThe UV-sensitive Solar Magic Beads truly brought the magic. Watching the children make their bracelets during the first week of school was a special moment—but the real magic happened when they stepped into the sunlight. As their clear beads transformed into a rainbow of colors, their faces lit up with pure joy and wonder. They were told that if they were brave, strong, and kind, the bracelets would change—and they did. That shared moment of surprise and delight will stay with us for a long time.","fullyFundedDate":1756862197093,"projectUrl":"project/beads-of-kindness-modeling-friendship-t/9640554/","projectTitle":"Beads of Kindness: Modeling Friendship Through Bracelets","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Amy Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1527681_orig.jpg?crop=534,534,x132,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1568764677780","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lovewhatido"},{"teacherId":1527681,"projectId":9424961,"letterContent":"We are so thankful for the generous gift of crafts that allow our students to make, create, and share as acts of kindness. The Astrobrights paper, colorful paper chains, and sunflower crafts have brought so much joy to our classroom!\r\n\r\nOur students are truly enjoying the opportunity to express themselves creatively while also spreading positivity to others. These activities not only brighten our classroom but also help build a sense of community, empathy, and pride in giving.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting meaningful and joyful learning experiences. Your kindness is making a lasting impact!","fullyFundedDate":1754635727571,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-art/9424961/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Art","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Amy Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1527681_orig.jpg?crop=534,534,x132,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1568764677780","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lovewhatido"},{"teacherId":1527681,"projectId":9745533,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for the generous gifts you've provided to our classroom! The beautiful live Monstera plant is a perfect addition to our beach-themed environment—it brings a vibrant, calming touch of nature into our space and helps create a more peaceful, welcoming atmosphere for our students. The children love taking turns feeding it and giving it water weekly.\r\n\r\nWe also want to sincerely thank you for the seat cushions. They've made a wonderful difference during carpet time, giving our students the extra comfort and support they need to stay focused and relaxed while learning on the floor.\r\n\r\nYour thoughtfulness and support truly help make our classroom a more joyful and engaging place to learn. 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