{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 56 Norwood Heights","outOfStateSupporters":34.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10220715,"projectId":9646064,"letterContent":"We are deeply grateful to our generous donors whose thoughtful contributions made it possible for our students to experience The Wild Robot by Peter Brown as a complete class set. From the very first chapter, the students were captivated ,engaged, curious, and eagerly turning pages to find out what would happen next. The excitement didn't stop there.\r\n Following our reading, the class had the opportunity to watch the film adaptation, and after much enthusiastic discussion, the verdict was unanimous: the book won their hearts. Inspired by the story, students also used tissue rolls to create their very own robots, bringing their imaginations to life in a hands-on, creative way that extended the magic of the book beyond the page. There is no greater testament to the power of literature than a room full of young readers who choose the written word over the silver screen and who are moved enough to build their own world from it. \r\n Your generosity made all of these moments possible, and the love of reading and creativity you have helped to inspire in these students will last far beyond this school year. Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts.","fullyFundedDate":1758202697832,"projectUrl":"project/wild-robots/9646064/","projectTitle":"Wild Robots","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nole","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10220715"},{"teacherId":5848491,"projectId":9821318,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing my students with the essential tools to support their literacy acquisition. Being a second grade teacher and being provided with second grade curricular material was very difficult trying to meet the incoming levels of my English language learners' language and literacy proficiency being able to provide my students with references and resources of different grades provide supports that further support their academics.\r\nMy students regularly use these sources while both reading and writing. These resources have made it easy for the students to work independently and further utilize the skills taught from this program.\r\nWe cannot begin to thank you enough for your kindness and gratitude towards our learning experience.","fullyFundedDate":1766459998596,"projectUrl":"project/fundations-for-readings-begins-with-writ/9821318/","projectTitle":"Fundations for Readings Begins With Writing Success Reference Supports","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5848491_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537751001124","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/serena-ramirez"},{"teacherId":3529010,"projectId":9457694,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has become a more engaging, inclusive, and supportive space for my fourth graders. When the materials arrived, the excitement was immediate. One student looked at the wobble cushions and said, \"Wait... we get to sit on these during class?\" and the smiles that followed said everything. The flexible seating options, including the wobble cushions and chair bands, have made a noticeable difference in helping students stay focused, calm, and ready to learn. The wireless mice have also been incredibly helpful, giving students more independence when working on digital assignments and building their confidence as we continue preparing for state testing.\r\n\r\nWe use these materials every day in meaningful ways. The \"Everyone is Welcome\" resources helped us create a classroom environment where students truly feel a sense of belonging. The games have been a great addition during small group instruction and community building activities. Students are practicing collaboration, turn taking, and problem solving in a way that feels fun and natural. One moment that stood out to me was watching a group of students who usually struggle with focus stay fully engaged during a small group activity, using the seating supports and encouraging one another as they worked. It has been powerful to see students not only learning, but also supporting each other.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, these resources will continue to support both academic growth and social emotional development. Right now, we are focusing on strengthening reading responses and math problem solving, and I am already seeing students build confidence and take more ownership of their learning. Your support has truly made a difference in our classroom. My students have the tools they need to succeed, and more importantly, they feel excited, comfortable, and ready to learn each day. Thank you so much for investing in them.","fullyFundedDate":1758898980659,"projectUrl":"project/creating-an-engaging-learning-environmen/9457694/","projectTitle":"Creating an Engaging Learning Environment for My Eager 4th Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Khury","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3529010_orig.jpg?crop=1146,1146,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726281743483","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3529010"},{"teacherId":7487749,"projectId":10009672,"letterContent":"Wow! I can't thank you enough for your generous donation to help feed the children in my class! It is so hard for them to focus when they are hungry. I try my best to have food available for them but it is never enough.\r\nWe have a late lunch and by mid morning they are so hungry and cannot focus on learning. 1st Grade is so important. It is where all basic skills are learned. This is when they learn how to read!! I need them focused every minute! \r\nHaving a variety of snacks available for them in the classroom ensures they will be focused on learning and not hunger.","fullyFundedDate":1773840730519,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-1st-grade-bronx-class/10009672/","projectTitle":"Snacks for 1st Grade Bronx Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. MCCarthy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7487749_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632257564474","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7487749"},{"teacherId":8273097,"projectId":9714449,"letterContent":"First and foremost we would like to thank you for your generosity your support towards our classroom It is very much appreciated through all who contributed to our classroom donations. It will not go unnoticed. \r\nMany of the students that do not have snacks I snack time will be able to take part of the donations that came in. This is a critical part to our day. Many families cannot afford to provide snack because of circumstances beyond the control. \r\nThe kids are so excited when they seen the box. But when we did a class reveal they were so excited and could not wait until we started using them. \r\nOur next steps is to continue fortification for our students when they are unable to provide it.","fullyFundedDate":1763995135387,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-kindergarten-classroom/9714449/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Kindergarten Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jojo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8273097_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1712929786307","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsjojo"},{"teacherId":5848491,"projectId":9973046,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for replenishing our basic classroom materials. My students really appreciate the eight pocket blue folder. They are able to organize their writing and reading material materials to further develop their literacy skills. My students are also very appreciative to have access to large posts where they work in collaboration to share their learning in our learning space. I am most appreciative for new crayons. Our students are using crayons regularly and they are in constant need of replenishing.\r\nAs a classroom teacher, we have many different responsibilities on our plate and it is a relief to be provided with essential learning materials that benefit my students no matter how large or how more.\r\nYou so much for your kindness and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1767114512126,"projectUrl":"project/bring-in-the-new-year-with-much-needed-s/9973046/","projectTitle":"Bring in the New Year with Much Needed Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5848491_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537751001124","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/serena-ramirez"},{"teacherId":5070387,"projectId":9925001,"letterContent":"Words can never express the gratitude my students and I feel when we get a project funded. It is so exciting and such a meaningful moment when I receive notifications about projects being funded. Students have many needs and the most important one includes staying fortified. In order to read, write and compute math problems all day and taking a step further with rigorous academic work, students basic needs must be met. This project helps fill that void. Students now will have access to snacks and engaging materials thanks to your generosity. Thank you so much.","fullyFundedDate":1766067744807,"projectUrl":"project/fortified-focused/9925001/","projectTitle":"Fortified & Focused!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Theofield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5070387_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1609364123117","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-lettieri"},{"teacherId":8273097,"projectId":9699833,"letterContent":"First and foremost thank you for your contribution to our classroom It is greatly appreciated by everyone. \r\nAs the students saw the boxes they were so excited to see what was inside. We explained to them that when they finish a goal they will receive their incentive. \r\nThey have goals. They also look forward to achieving their goals and receiving their rewards for doing such a great job of what they're doing. This gives him the opportunity to keep striving for what they want and to understand what they are contributing.","fullyFundedDate":1758202631923,"projectUrl":"project/exciting-transformations/9699833/","projectTitle":"Exciting Transformations","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jojo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8273097_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1712929786307","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsjojo"},{"teacherId":5848491,"projectId":9795205,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kind generosity. These math books have already made a world of difference for my students. With these books, my students are provided extra practice to strengthen their current math skills or provide an opportunity to master a topic they were having difficulty with. My students truly appreciate this book and are so excited during their practice time.\r\nAll students have a different relationship with math, and by providing an additional engaging and unique tool, students are feeling more confident and building an interest in math! This change of perspective could not have been done without your kindness. Thank you again for your contribution to my students' academic journey.","fullyFundedDate":1763388500066,"projectUrl":"project/ixl-math-books-for-math-mastery/9795205/","projectTitle":"IXL Math Books For Math Mastery","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5848491_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537751001124","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/serena-ramirez"},{"teacherId":7487749,"projectId":9892799,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart! This project has been so important for my students. No child should ever be hungry.\r\n\r\nWe have a late lunch and by 10-10:30 the children are fading and unfocused. Being able to supply them with snack is so important. They are asked to bring in a snack but most do not.\r\n\r\nHaving a variety of snacks available helps so much. They are able to eat and refuel. After snack time they all have more energy to get through the morning and are able to focus on learning and not hunger. \r\nThank you so much for your donation!","fullyFundedDate":1763995227896,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-1st-grade-bronx-class/9892799/","projectTitle":"Snacks for 1st Grade Bronx Class!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. MCCarthy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7487749_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632257564474","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7487749"},{"teacherId":5270423,"projectId":9656982,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of snacks for our classroom. Your kindness has made a meaningful and immediate impact on my students, and I am truly grateful for your support. My students have access to snacks that help them stay focused, energized, and ready to learn throughout the school day. The snacks have helped create a sense of comfort and security in our classroom. Thank you again for your generosity, thoughtfulness, and support to our classroom. We are incredibly thankful and truly appreciate it.","fullyFundedDate":1764721489182,"projectUrl":"project/snack-time-fuel-keeping-students-engage/9656982/","projectTitle":"Snack Time Fuel: Keeping Students Engaged","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Khan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5270423_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565187662687","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5270423"},{"teacherId":5270423,"projectId":9656844,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation for organization bins for our classroom toys and manipulatives. Your support has made an impact on how our classroom functions each day, and I am incredibly grateful for your generosity. Our classroom is now a more organized, efficient, and student friendly learning environment. The bins have provided designated spaces for math manipulatives, sensory toys, and learning materials, making it easier for students to independently access and return materials. Thank you for investing in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1762267523741,"projectUrl":"project/organize-play/9656844/","projectTitle":"Organize & Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Khan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5270423_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565187662687","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5270423"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_364","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":614,"numTeachers":49,"percentFrplEligible":90,"percentAsian":17,"percentBlack":7,"percentWhite":7,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":64,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":65.3,"schoolId":364,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about PS 56 Norwood Heights on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"PS 56 Norwood Heights","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/ps-56-norwood-heights/364"}