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As they delivered the mugs, they shared smiles, kind words, and a genuine sense of joy. It was heartwarming to watch students experience the power of giving and see how their kindness positively impacted peers of all ages.\r\n\r\nThis experience went far beyond an art project—it strengthened connections across our school and helped foster a culture of kindness and gratitude. Thank you for supporting our students and helping us create such a meaningful, school-wide experience.","fullyFundedDate":1759761337483,"projectUrl":"project/mugs-of-kindness-crafting-smiles-for-ou/9766159/","projectTitle":"Mugs of Kindness: Crafting Smiles for Our School Community","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brody","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10033157_orig.jpg?crop=1895,1895,x246,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746994998623","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-sbrody"},{"teacherId":10033157,"projectId":9643530,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of the Cricut Maker to our first-grade classroom. I wanted to share just how meaningful your gift has been for our students.\r\n\r\nWhen we opened the package, the excitement in the room was unforgettable. Many of my students had never seen anything like a Cricut before, and they were absolutely amazed as they watched it cut out their own designs. Seeing their eyes light up as their ideas came to life was truly special.\r\n\r\nMy students love to draw, and they especially love stickers—so being able to turn their personal artwork into custom stickers was a perfect win-win. It gave them a sense of pride and ownership in their work and encouraged even more creativity and confidence.\r\n\r\nYour gift also made the holidays extra meaningful. Each student designed their own winter-themed mug to gift to their families. Using the Cricut, we were able to cut their designs so they fit perfectly on the mugs. The students were so proud to create something unique and heartfelt for their loved ones, and it made the experience incredibly memorable.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my classroom is filled with creativity, excitement, and hands-on learning. Thank you for investing in our students and helping them see that their ideas truly matter.","fullyFundedDate":1758328280588,"projectUrl":"project/future-creators-workforce-development-u/9643530/","projectTitle":"Future Creators: Workforce Development Using a Cricut","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brody","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10033157_orig.jpg?crop=1895,1895,x246,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746994998623","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-sbrody"},{"teacherId":5311975,"projectId":9804520,"letterContent":"My students were BEYOND excited to get a winter book to read during their holiday break! \r\nIt was so nice to see their faces as they unwrapped their present, as some students are not in a financial position to unwrap a gift for the holidays at home. \r\nYour generosity helped them feel special and loved AND gave them each materials to grow a love for reading. The book had a familiar character, Pete the Cat, that the kids were excited to read about in a story that wasn't familiar to them. Familiar characters help build a love for reading !\r\nThank you so much for making this wish come true and bringing so many smiles to children's faces.","fullyFundedDate":1763388504495,"projectUrl":"project/jingle-bells-jingle-bells-books-for-ev/9804520/","projectTitle":"Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells… Books for Everyone!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sablich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5311975_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1523496159654","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/d-sablich"},{"teacherId":2430854,"projectId":9670264,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your generous donations to our classroom. The students are loving all of the snacks that were sent to us. Each day I put a variety of snacks from our Donors Choose project in our share bin for the students to take and eat in class during snack time.\r\n\r\nWhen I first told the class about our project being funded, they were so excited. \r\n\r\nEach day we have a mid morning snack to keep our brains sharp and our bellies full. It's so amazing what a mid morning snack can do for a student. I was noticing several students getting tired and not staying focused. They were complaining they were tired and hungry. These snacks were the perfect way to help them get back in motion.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1763995236012,"projectUrl":"project/snack-time/9670264/","projectTitle":"Snack Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sorongon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2430854_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722914815893","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-ingrassia"},{"teacherId":10033157,"projectId":9767028,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Because of your generosity, I was able to create organized, high-quality learning materials that make a real difference for my first graders. With the lamination materials, binding machine, and paper cutter, I've been able to prepare durable, reusable booklets for phonics, math, grammar, and reading, as well as laminated center and homework materials.These tools have made it easier for students to access what they need independently, stay focused during lessons, and enjoy hands-on activities that keep learning fun and engaging every day.","fullyFundedDate":1759176988555,"projectUrl":"project/no-more-loose-papers-cutting-binding/9767028/","projectTitle":"No More Loose Papers: Cutting, Binding, Laminating to the Rescue!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brody","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10033157_orig.jpg?crop=1895,1895,x246,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746994998623","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-sbrody"},{"teacherId":10033157,"projectId":9624253,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our Sublimation Printer to Showcase Students' Culture and Identity Through Art project. Because of you, students were able to design mug wraps that reflected their cultures, traditions, languages, and family stories. They chose symbols, colors, and images that represent who they are and where they come from, then used the sublimation printer to turn those ideas into something real.\r\nStudents were especially excited to take their mugs home and share them with their families. Many talked about explaining the meaning behind their designs and seeing their families' reactions. For our students, this wasn't just an art project—it was a chance to honor their culture, feel proud of their identity, and bring a piece of their learning home. Your support helped make those moments possible, and we are truly thankful.","fullyFundedDate":1758898853020,"projectUrl":"project/sublimation-printer-to-showcase-students/9624253/","projectTitle":"Sublimation Printer to Showcase Students’ Culture and Identity Through Art","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brody","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10033157_orig.jpg?crop=1895,1895,x246,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746994998623","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-sbrody"},{"teacherId":10178710,"projectId":9598954,"letterContent":"Thank you for your kindness and generosity. The items that you donated are very helpful for my students and my instruction. That treasure chest is a huge hit in my classroom. They love to get prizes for effort and being helpful. We use the chart paper daily and my students adore the social emotional items and books. The books and fidgets are in our calming corner. They come in handy when they are having a difficult it time. Thank you again for helping my class. The supplies that you purchased help my students with engagement and learning. We truly appreciate it!","fullyFundedDate":1758899033167,"projectUrl":"project/reading-writing-and-math-oh-my/9598954/","projectTitle":"Reading, Writing and Math Oh, My!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10178710_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1770410932717","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10178710"},{"teacherId":2430854,"projectId":9587219,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom. My students are loving their new floor cushions and organization rack. Each day, several times a day, we gather in the meeting area in small groups. Students each grab a cushion to sit on and to claim their personal space. \r\n\r\nThe students were so excited when our materials arrived. They had been asking if we were going to ever get a carpet for our room and I told them that we would be getting something even better to use! They love to pick their favorite color cushion to sit on. It's cozy and helps keep kids focused because they each have their own space to sit. Thank you again for helping my class stay excited to work in small groups!","fullyFundedDate":1755353469164,"projectUrl":"project/organized-classroom/9587219/","projectTitle":"Organized Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sorongon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2430854_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722914815893","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-ingrassia"},{"teacherId":10033157,"projectId":9394431,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our 1st grade classroom.\r\n\r\nThis project has made such a big difference in our classroom! Thanks to your support, my first graders now have the art supplies they need to bring their ideas to life. The new crayons, markers, paints, and paper have added so much color and excitement to our lessons. The storage bins have been a huge help too — now my students can easily find what they need and clean up on their own. Our table words, which are like mini personal dictionaries, sit in photo stands at each table so students can quickly look up words while they write.\r\n\r\nThese simple changes have made our room feel more organized, creative, and fun. My students are more confident, independent, and proud of their work. Thank you for giving them the tools to create, write, and express themselves every day!","fullyFundedDate":1749151587414,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-first-grade-with-art-supplies/9394431/","projectTitle":"Fueling First Grade with Art Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brody","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10033157_orig.jpg?crop=1895,1895,x246,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746994998623","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-sbrody"},{"teacherId":10033157,"projectId":9745799,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support with a TPT gift card. I was able to create and find resources that are engaging, and hands on that have truly transformed our classroom routines and learning time!\r\n\r\nWith your help, I built literacy centers like Silly Word (nonsense word) fluency, phonics games, and trick word and spelling activities. My students are now excited to practice reading and spelling each day — they love rotating through the centers and challenging themselves with fun, interactive materials. It's been wonderful seeing their confidence grow as they read and spell more independently!\r\n\r\nI was also able to design math centers that focus on fluency and problem-solving. The new math games and busy packets have made a huge difference — now when students finish early, they have meaningful activities to keep learning (and I don't hear, \"What do I do when I'm done?\" every few minutes!).\r\n\r\nThese resources have brought structure, excitement, and independence to our classroom. Thank you for giving my first graders the tools they need to stay engaged, build key skills, and love learning!","fullyFundedDate":1758855915134,"projectUrl":"project/tpt-resources-to-boost-learning-and-enga/9745799/","projectTitle":"TPT Resources to Boost Learning and Engagement","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brody","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10033157_orig.jpg?crop=1895,1895,x246,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746994998623","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-sbrody"},{"teacherId":5311975,"projectId":9429703,"letterContent":"We are SO excited to have these new materials just in time for the start of the new school year!\r\n \r\nThe heavy duty folders are so durable and will last us all year! They will be a great home for all the papers that will show everything we've learned and worked hard on this year! \r\n\r\nThe labels came in handy in keeping notebooks, folders and other supplies neatly and clearly labeled and organized. Each student knows who's materials are who's and it makes passing out and collecting materials super easy!","fullyFundedDate":1758899167930,"projectUrl":"project/a-fresh-start-for-a-new-year/9429703/","projectTitle":"A Fresh Start for a New Year","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sablich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5311975_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1523496159654","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/d-sablich"},{"teacherId":5311975,"projectId":9394420,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! We are so appreciative of your generosity. Starting the year with new colorful pencils and a fun sharpener has been making learning fun! We plan on using all of our new art supplies to make projects for special days like Halloween, Thanksgiving, winter holidays, and more!\r\n\r\nOrganization has also been a breeze with our new multi drawer cart! I am able to easily sort and track assignments, materials, lessons, etc which helps me be the best teacher I can be.","fullyFundedDate":1750722089862,"projectUrl":"project/little-hands-big-ideas/9394420/","projectTitle":"Little Hands, Big Ideas!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sablich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5311975_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1523496159654","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/d-sablich"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_753","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":719,"numTeachers":48,"percentFrplEligible":69,"percentAsian":20,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":64,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":9,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"15.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":76.1,"schoolId":753,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about PS 254 Dag Hammarskjold on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"PS 254 Dag Hammarskjold","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/ps-254-dag-hammarskjold/753"}