{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 33 Chelsea Preparatory","outOfStateSupporters":28.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3950524,"projectId":10674956,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in providing these new books for our classroom! Your support is giving my students more opportunities to see themselves, explore new experiences, and discover books that make them excited to read.\r\n\r\nThese new texts introduce and strengthen so many important skills. Students are practicing comprehension, making inferences, identifying themes, analyzing characters, making connections, and building vocabulary. Graphic novels such as Dork Diaries and Guts are especially valuable because they help students understand how illustrations, dialogue, and text work together to tell a story. They also provide opportunities to discuss important topics like friendship, anxiety, family, and navigating the challenges of growing up.\r\n\r\nReading is a big part of our classroom every day. Students have time to independently choose books that interest them and read at their own pace. We talk about what we are reading, recommend books to one another, and use our reading to inspire writing and classroom discussions. My goal is to help my students become confident, independent readers who genuinely enjoy picking up a book.\r\n\r\nI have especially noticed how excited my reluctant readers and students who love graphic novels have been about these new books. Students who may not always choose a traditional chapter book are eager to pick up a graphic novel and get lost in the story. Once they find a book they love, they often become more willing to try other books as well. Seeing students excitedly recommend a book to a friend or ask when they can read the next one is exactly what I hope to create in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make our classroom a place where every student can find a book that makes them want to read. Your generosity is opening doors for my students and helping them build a lifelong love of reading!","fullyFundedDate":1790772333319,"projectUrl":"project/growing-readers-one-book-at-a-time/10674956/","projectTitle":"Growing Readers, One Book at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bianchini","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3950524_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1790529810361","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-bianchini"},{"teacherId":9699891,"projectId":10503516,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous donations to our classroom library! Your support has made a meaningful difference, and I am deeply grateful for your kindness. Because of your investment, our classroom has been completely transformed into a vibrant community of eager and enthusiastic readers.\r\n\r\nBefore your donation, our bookshelves were sparse. It was a constant challenge to find materials that captured the diverse interests and varied reading levels of my students. As an educator, providing a rich selection of books out of pocket is a significant financial burden. Your generosity has relieved that stress and filled our room with high-quality literature that my students otherwise might not have had access to. You have given them equal access to the foundational tools they need to succeed, and for that, I cannot thank you enough.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your gift was immediate. Since the books arrived, my students have thoroughly enjoyed borrowing them and diving headfirst into new stories. They are deeply engaged in their reading and get incredibly excited to pass each consecutive book in a series along to the next reader. Our library corner has quickly become the most popular destination in the room. Every day, students rush in to check out the next installment, eager to sit together and talk about the plot twists and character developments.\r\n\r\nThese books are doing far more than just filling physical shelves; they are building a genuine, self-motivated love for learning. In a world full of digital distractions, seeing young people choose to lose themselves in a good book is incredibly rewarding. Your donation is helping them develop critical thinking skills, expand their vocabularies, and build empathy. By providing them with complete series, you have ensured that their momentum doesn't stall. The moment they finish one book, the spark is already lit to begin the next one.\r\n\r\nThis shared excitement has fostered a wonderful culture of literacy. The children have naturally stepped into roles as book critics, proudly recommending their favorite titles to classmates. You haven't just bought books; you have sparked a lifelong habit of reading that these students will carry with them for years to come.\r\n\r\nYour kindness is deeply appreciated by myself and every single one of my students. Thank you for championing our education and for being such an integral part of our reading journey.","fullyFundedDate":1788906304147,"projectUrl":"project/graphic-novels-growing-readers/10503516/","projectTitle":"Graphic Novels, Growing Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mignone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9699891"},{"teacherId":3025331,"projectId":10220330,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping successfully fund my project! We wasted no time and immediately began using the plastic pouches! Students use plastic pouches to keep all of their subject materials neatly organized and easy to access throughout the day. For example, during phonics, each pouch holds whiteboards, markers, erasers, and notebooks, so everything students need is in one place. During Wit & Wisdom time, students keep all of their ELA materials together in a single pouch, making it quick and easy to grab and go. \r\n\r\nBecause the pouches are securely zipped, materials no longer get lost, and loose papers stay safely inside. These pouches are also much more durable than Ziploc bag. Truly kid-proof! 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These discussions encourage students to consider multiple perspectives and better understand the complexity of immigration experiences.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, students are able to make meaningful connections across topics and texts. These connections help students synthesize information and see patterns across historical and social contexts.\r\n\r\nFinally, the joy of learning and reading continues as students engage with high‑interest, meaningful texts. Students are motivated to read and are able to practice reading fluently while simultaneously building content knowledge. This combination support students grow as confident readers who enjoy exploring important topics through books.\r\n\r\nThank you again for continuing our Learning Marathon! 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For many of my students, these sensory experiences help them regulate their emotions, stay focused, and feel ready to learn.\r\n\r\nAt the same time, the STEM components of this center encourage problem-solving, creativity, and collaboration. As students tackle STEM challenges, they are learning to think critically, persevere through challenges, and work together—skills that will benefit them far beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a lasting impact on my students' daily learning experiences. Because of you, our classroom is a place where curiosity is celebrated, learning is joyful, and every child has the tools they need to succeed.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and investing in their growth.","fullyFundedDate":1760533300075,"projectUrl":"project/little-hands-big-discoveries-a-sensory/9641059/","projectTitle":"Little Hands, Big Discoveries: A Sensory & STEM Exploration Station","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ferris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4690036_orig.jpg?crop=2943,2943,x0,y756&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598995270586","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/esoricelli"},{"teacherId":1843022,"projectId":9851595,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution toward yoga mats for our high-need elementary school. Because of your support, we are now able to offer yoga to both students and staff—creating meaningful opportunities for movement, mindfulness, and emotional well-being within our school community.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly excited to build on this momentum and begin planning additional gatherings, including family yoga sessions, staff appreciation events, and sound healing experiences. These offerings reflect our commitment to nurturing the whole child while also supporting the wellness of the educators who serve them every day.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping us create a more balanced, connected, and supportive school environment. We are deeply grateful for your belief in this work and for helping make these opportunities possible.","fullyFundedDate":1761660373815,"projectUrl":"project/family-mindfulness-and-movement-initiati/9851595/","projectTitle":"Family Mindfulness and Movement Initiative!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Castillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1843022_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728415390390","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1843022"},{"teacherId":3025331,"projectId":9873342,"letterContent":"Just a few weeks ago, my students were learning about Galileo and how his discoveries changed the way society thinks about space. We are now transferring that knowledge learned to our next topic: Apollo 11. Before I even had the chance to teach my students about the Apollo 11 mission, my students were buzzing with energy. Their hands flew up and they shared what they knew about the astronauts, John F. 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Your support is helping our students build essential writing skills as they learn to organize their thoughts and craft complete paragraphs. They are studying the ocean, moon and space. These themes are very engaging and your support has allowed them the tools to share their creative ideas. 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