{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 6 Cpl Allan F Kivlehan School","outOfStateSupporters":18.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":466955,"projectId":9820548,"letterContent":"I am deeply grateful for your generous donations to our classroom's DonorsChoose project. Your kindness has helped bring our calming corner to life—a safe and comforting space where my students can take time to breathe, reflect, and regulate their emotions. Every pillow, sensory tool, and cozy item you helped fund will provide students with a place to regroup and return to learning with a clearer mind and a calmer heart.\r\n\r\nThis project means so much to our classroom community. The calming corner is already making a difference by helping students learn healthy ways to manage big feelings and build self-awareness. Thank you for believing in the power of emotional growth and for supporting the whole child. Your generosity has created a lasting impact that will continue to support students for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1760808026112,"projectUrl":"project/calming-corner/9820548/","projectTitle":"Calming Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Conroy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp466955_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1474506594701","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/conroy-ps6"},{"teacherId":3012943,"projectId":9620881,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our classroom. Our friends have been using the materials donated to help throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nThe seat sacks help our students stay organized. They can easily access materials like Fundations and math tool kits. Their book baggies are now easily accessible and makes book shopping easier. \r\n\r\nThe giant timer helps keep our friends on task, especially in small groups. The timer is large enough for friends to see up close or from a distance. The timer helps friends stay focused.\r\n\r\nThe ink has made it easy to print materials for our ongoing learning. Lastly, the books donated helped our students comfortably make the transition from kindergarten to 1st grade.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your support this school year!","fullyFundedDate":1755623002855,"projectUrl":"project/organization-is-the-key/9620881/","projectTitle":"Organization Is The Key!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Zanelli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3012943_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1505183633297","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3012943"},{"teacherId":7399160,"projectId":9456282,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our Mindful Movers project has had a powerful and immediate impact on my classroom. The materials you funded — especially the mindfulness cushions — have transformed the way my students engage with movement, stillness, and emotional regulation each day.\r\n\r\nAs soon as the cushions arrived, my students' reactions were priceless. They walked into our space, stopped in their tracks, and whispered things like:\r\n\"This looks like a real mindfulness room!\"\r\n\"I want this spot!\"\r\n\"Can we sit on them right now?\"\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, having a calm, inviting space to sit made mindfulness feel special — something just for them. Instead of sitting on hard floors or wobbling in their seats, they now settle in comfortably, which helps them focus, listen, and regulate their bodies more easily.\r\n\r\nOne specific moment stands out clearly. On the very first day we used the cushions, I had a small group of first graders who normally struggle to sit still, follow directions, or calm down after transitions. But that day, each child chose a cushion, sat down quietly, and placed their hands in their laps — completely unprompted. After we practiced a simple breathing exercise, one student looked up at me and said,\r\n\"My body feels calm for the first time.\"\r\n\r\nMoments like that remind me why this work matters. These materials are not just classroom supplies — they have become tools for emotional growth, self-awareness, and peace.\r\n\r\nThroughout each day, students use the cushions during:\r\n• mindfulness lessons\r\n• breathing exercises\r\n• reflection time\r\n• guided visualizations\r\n• group circles\r\n• yoga-based movement activities\r\n\r\nThe cushions give each child a consistent, safe place to land — a \"mindful spot\" they are proud to return to. They have helped to lower anxiety, reduce restlessness, and increase participation. Our classroom now feels like a community space where everyone has a place, and everyone belongs.\r\n\r\nYour generosity made this possible. You didn't just fund materials; you helped create a foundation of calm, connection, and emotional safety for dozens of students. I am deeply grateful for your support, and my students are grateful every single day — through their joy, their words, and their peaceful breaths.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in them, in this work, and in the power of mindfulness for children.","fullyFundedDate":1758899305096,"projectUrl":"project/mindful-movers-empowering-students-thro/9456282/","projectTitle":"Mindful Movers: Empowering Students Through Movement & Mindfulness","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Heal","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7399160_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753104486565","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/zenden2025"},{"teacherId":466955,"projectId":9648281,"letterContent":"Dear Families,\r\n\r\nI want to take a moment to thank you for your continued generosity and support of our classroom. Your contributions allow me to purchase materials that directly benefit our students, and I am so grateful for your willingness to invest in their learning journey. The items I bring into the classroom are always chosen with your children in mind—whether to spark their curiosity, make their days more engaging, or provide tools that help them succeed.\r\n\r\nThank you for always believing in me as their teacher and for trusting the work we do together. Knowing that you support and value our classroom community means so much. Your kindness and encouragement inspire me to keep creating a learning space where students feel excited, supported, and proud to grow.\r\n\r\nSincerely,","fullyFundedDate":1757354342148,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-our-classroom-to-life/9648281/","projectTitle":"Bringing Our Classroom to Life","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Conroy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp466955_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1474506594701","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/conroy-ps6"},{"teacherId":466955,"projectId":9450057,"letterContent":"I want to take a moment to thank you for your continued generosity and support of our classroom. Your contributions allow me to purchase materials that directly benefit our students, and I am so grateful for your willingness to invest in their learning journey. The items I bring into the classroom are always chosen with your children in mind—whether to spark their curiosity, make their days more engaging, or provide tools that help them succeed.\r\n\r\nThank you for always believing in me as their teacher and for trusting the work we do together. Knowing that you support and value our classroom community means so much. Your kindness and encouragement inspire me to keep creating a learning space where students feel excited, supported, and proud to grow.","fullyFundedDate":1755740601227,"projectUrl":"project/it-makes-sense-to-have-sensory-materials/9450057/","projectTitle":"It Makes Sense to Have Sensory Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Conroy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp466955_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1474506594701","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/conroy-ps6"},{"teacherId":3205488,"projectId":9207051,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to this project. Teachers Pay Teachers is such a valuable resource and it allows me to purchase everything I need for my students! This year my STEAM program has changed and I have been able to purchase new resources I can use. This gift card has allowed me to provide new resources for every grade that I teach. My students are so excited to see what is coming next and how they will grow as STEAM learners. I know my students will enjoy these materials and digital downloads now and for years to come.\r\nThank you again so much!","fullyFundedDate":1746486741963,"projectUrl":"project/inspiring-stem-activities-and-ideas-for/9207051/","projectTitle":"Inspiring STEM Activities and Ideas for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Athas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3205488_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1523322318737","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-athas"},{"teacherId":10074007,"projectId":9453292,"letterContent":"The impact that you have made has been amazing. Students are able to use the carpet not only to meet, but to also sit to read, write, or even do small groups. \r\n\r\nPartnerships will sit together on the rug and it's a spot for kids to do work, that don't really want to sit at a hard desk. Thank you for donating to a great cause for great kids, in a wonderful classroom!\r\n\r\nAll kids have said thank you times a million for the carpet. The colors really make the room come to life. Many people make comments about how hairdo the space is.","fullyFundedDate":1752842716316,"projectUrl":"project/community-rug/9453292/","projectTitle":"Community Rug","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ohara","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10074007"},{"teacherId":3205488,"projectId":9043178,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to this project! It will provide my students with engaging fun activities as they explore magnets and forces of energy. I can't wait to share them with my students this year and I have already planned the activities we will try. Your kindness means so much to me and without donors like you these types of activities would not be possible. I look forward to sharing these with my students now and for years to come. The possibilities are endless as my engineers of the future begin to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1744032773664,"projectUrl":"project/magnet-fun-for-young-learners/9043178/","projectTitle":"Magnet Fun for Young Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Athas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3205488_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1523322318737","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-athas"},{"teacherId":3914108,"projectId":9563917,"letterContent":"Thank you for all of our beautiful new classroom furniture! Our students love our new bookshelf and easel. We were all so excited to add our new furniture to our beautiful classroom. \r\n\r\nAs a teacher of developing readers, it is so great to see the kids get excited about all the books they love and have such easy access to them! We also love our easel because it helps us learn anywhere! The kids can't wait to continue learning and growing with all the new tools each and every day this year!\r\n\r\nWe also are so thankful for all of the resources you helped us get to make learning even more exciting!","fullyFundedDate":1755727908790,"projectUrl":"project/learning-on-the-go/9563917/","projectTitle":"Learning On \"The Go\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Violetta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3914108_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1486613801009","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-violetta"},{"teacherId":5632891,"projectId":8987034,"letterContent":"When the rolling chairs arrived, my students were beyond excited—they couldn't believe they were getting such \"cool\" seats in our classroom! We use the chairs as incentives for positive behavior and academic effort. Students earn the chance to sit in them when they're chosen as \"Teacher of the Day,\" group leaders, or helpers. It's amazing how a simple chair can motivate students to take on responsibility and lead with confidence. During group projects, the student in the rolling chair takes the lead in organizing tasks and presenting ideas. It's created a fun, structured way to encourage leadership, teamwork, and accountability. One memorable moment was during a class debate when a student, proudly seated in the rolling chair, confidently moderated the discussion—something they had never volunteered to do before! Moving forward, we'll be using the chairs as part of our collaborative research and peer-teaching projects, continuing to build leadership and communication skills. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1742959888399,"projectUrl":"project/rolling-comfy-chairs-needed/8987034/","projectTitle":"Rolling Comfy Chairs Needed!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Loffredo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5632891_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533617590318","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5632891"},{"teacherId":5632891,"projectId":8875565,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of a color printer to our 4th grade classroom in New York City. Your support has made a meaningful difference in our learning environment, and we are truly grateful.\r\n\r\nIn 4th grade, students explore a wide range of subjects—from New York State history to science and math. Having a color printer has helped make these lessons more engaging, visual, and accessible for all learners.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, the color printer has helped us create a warm, inclusive classroom environment. Students feel proud when their work is displayed in full color on our bulletin boards. It's amazing how something as simple as color can boost motivation and confidence.\r\n\r\nWe've also been able to improve communication with families by sending home newsletters and learning materials that are clear, organized, and engaging.\r\n\r\nYour gift is more than just a tool—it's become a daily part of how we teach and learn. Thank you for helping us create a brighter, more inspiring classroom for every student.","fullyFundedDate":1735572551005,"projectUrl":"project/color-printer-needed/8875565/","projectTitle":"Color Printer Needed!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Loffredo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5632891_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533617590318","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5632891"},{"teacherId":9889225,"projectId":9141734,"letterContent":"This project had a tremendous impact on my students' learning by creating a calming, supportive environment tailored to their sensory needs. The sensory equipment helped students regulate their emotions and focus more effectively during instructional time. As a result, I was able to spend less time on behavior management and more time engaging students in meaningful learning activities. The materials provided also allowed me to implement individualized sensory strategies, which helped improve students' self-regulation and participation in class. From the bottom of my heart thank you so much !!!","fullyFundedDate":1746486393898,"projectUrl":"project/children-need-to-move/9141734/","projectTitle":"Children Need to Move!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lisa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9889225"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_1142","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":540,"numTeachers":43,"percentFrplEligible":44,"percentAsian":6,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":71,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":17,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":81.4,"schoolId":1142,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about PS 6 Cpl Allan F Kivlehan School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"PS 6 Cpl Allan F Kivlehan School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/ps-6-cpl-allan-f-kivlehan-school/1142"}