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We are continuing to use hands-on literacy and math activities, classroom centers, and sensory experiences to help students stay engaged and develop important skills. Our next steps are to continue building independence, increasing participation, and helping students learn strategies that allow them to feel calm, confident, and ready to learn. Thank you for helping make our classroom a more organized, supportive, and welcoming place for every student!","fullyFundedDate":1787340428438,"projectUrl":"project/organized-calm-and-ready-to-learn/10494007/","projectTitle":"Organized, Calm, and Ready to Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Watson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8018665_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724180835904","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8018665"},{"teacherId":8018665,"projectId":10296120,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom with our new sound books! These interactive books will give my kindergarten students an exciting way to explore stories while developing early literacy, listening, attention, and communication skills. For students who may have difficulty attending to traditional books, the sounds and hands-on features provide additional ways to engage with a story and participate in shared reading.\r\n\r\nMy students were curious and eager to explore the new books, especially the interactive sounds that make reading more engaging. We will be using them during small-group instruction, independent exploration, and literacy centers, giving students opportunities to listen, turn pages, make choices, and connect sounds and pictures to the story. Our next steps are to continue building early reading skills through interactive and multisensory activities while encouraging students to increase their attention and participation. 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Having a small carpet cleaner allows me to quickly clean up spills, crumbs, and everyday messes so our students can continue using these important learning spaces in a clean and welcoming environment.\r\nMy students were curious and excited when they saw the new cleaner and enjoyed watching it in action! Now that we have this resource, I can keep our classroom carpets fresh and ready for all of the activities we have planned. Our next steps are to continue building independence through classroom centers, hands-on literacy and math activities, and sensory learning. Thank you for helping make our classroom a cleaner, safer, and more inviting place for my students to learn and grow!","fullyFundedDate":1779483534938,"projectUrl":"project/fresh-carpets-for-focused-learners/10288978/","projectTitle":"Fresh Carpets for Focused Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Watson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8018665_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724180835904","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8018665"},{"teacherId":8018665,"projectId":10226974,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom with a reliable laptop! This new technology will make a meaningful difference in my students' learning by allowing me to prepare engaging, differentiated lessons and create materials that meet their individual learning needs. It will also help me track student progress and make informed instructional decisions.\r\nBecause our previous laptop was unreliable, completing important classroom tasks could be interrupted by charging issues or a screen that suddenly went black. With this new laptop, I can spend more time focused on preparing meaningful learning experiences and supporting my students. I am grateful for your generosity and for helping provide the technology our classroom needs to support learning and growth!","fullyFundedDate":1778245268521,"projectUrl":"project/powering-special-education-a-reliable-l/10226974/","projectTitle":"Powering Special Education: A Reliable Laptop for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Watson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8018665_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724180835904","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8018665"},{"teacherId":8018665,"projectId":10061598,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our project, \"Showing Kindness – Sharing Snacks and Smiles\"! My students are using the snacks to lead a community service activity, organizing and sharing them with other kindergarten classes. One special moment was watching their excitement as they handed out snacks and saw their peers smile. 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With your donated items, we created a cozy corner filled with comfortable seating and calming tools where students can regulate their emotions and reset during the school day. We are now welcoming students into the space during lunch periods, and both staff and students are incredibly grateful to have this supportive environment in our school.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the room, their faces lit up. Many shared how calm and peaceful it felt, and several immediately began using the cozy corner and regulation tools. Students who often struggle during unstructured times have been able to reset and return to class more focused and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nNext, we are teaching students specific regulation strategies they can use independently, such as breathing exercises and reflection activities. We also plan to involve students in maintaining the space and creating positive visuals, ensuring this therapeutic classroom continues to grow as a safe haven for our entire school community.","fullyFundedDate":1761148440633,"projectUrl":"project/a-therapeutic-space-for-our-school-commu/9767546/","projectTitle":"A Therapeutic Space for Our School Community","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Newton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9271236_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694418661931","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mslnewton"},{"teacherId":1066488,"projectId":9858938,"letterContent":"We are very excited to begin our cooking club. Due to the generous support received from this project, we were able to open up another group, bringing our cooking club total to 4 groups. This allows us to accept more children into the cooking club as we will have reliable appliances for them to be able to use.\r\n\r\nIn preparation for our cooking sessions, we took the opportunity to gain a better understanding of the new tools we now have. The children were excited to explore and unbox the supplies that we received. This allowed us to start planning what receipes we will be able to make in the coming weeks.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for the support. This cooking club provides opportuntity for healthy nutrition and food exploration to our current cooks, while also allowing us to provide the necessary resources to continue this program for future children.","fullyFundedDate":1763481780386,"projectUrl":"project/cooking-club/9858938/","projectTitle":"Cooking Club","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reid","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1066488_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761462137048","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-jreid"},{"teacherId":8018665,"projectId":9783525,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom now has an iPad that has become an essential learning and communication tool. Many of my students are autistic and have limited or no verbal language, and the iPad allows them to communicate using pictures, symbols, and sounds. This has reduced frustration and increased independence. Students also use the iPad to play educational games that support early literacy, math, and problem-solving skills. The interactive apps keep students engaged and motivated while reinforcing important academic goals. Your support has helped give my students a voice and new ways to learn and succeed each day.","fullyFundedDate":1760756244693,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-students-thrive-with-technology/9783525/","projectTitle":"Help My Students Thrive with Technology and Tools!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Watson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8018665_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724180835904","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8018665"},{"teacherId":8018665,"projectId":9844708,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom was able to provide snacks to students who may not always have one available. This project allowed us to meet an immediate need while also teaching an important lesson about kindness and caring for others. My students proudly helped deliver snacks to classmates in other rooms, learning how their actions can positively impact others. For many of my students, especially those with special needs, this hands-on experience helped build empathy, communication, and a sense of community. Your support made a meaningful difference in both learning and well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1761325522155,"projectUrl":"project/kindness-in-action-sharing-snacks-and/9844708/","projectTitle":"Kindness in Action – Sharing Snacks and Smiles","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Watson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8018665_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724180835904","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8018665"},{"teacherId":8018665,"projectId":9764943,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our self-contained kindergarten classroom now has a ToniesBox and Tonies characters that have already made a meaningful impact. Many of my students are autistic and nonverbal, and music and storytelling are powerful tools for helping them feel calm, engaged, and connected. The ToniesBox has become a favorite part of our day, supporting listening skills, language development, and smooth transitions. I've seen students sit longer, smile more, and engage in ways that were previously difficult. Your support has truly enriched our classroom and given my students joyful, accessible learning experiences every day. Thank you for believing in them.","fullyFundedDate":1759288972084,"projectUrl":"project/listening-center-learning/9764943/","projectTitle":"Listening Center Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Watson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8018665_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724180835904","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8018665"},{"teacherId":8018665,"projectId":9696156,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my exceptional kindergarteners are learning and growing through play every day! The tactile and tracing letters have made practicing the alphabet so much more engaging, especially for my autistic students who benefit from hands-on learning.\r\n\r\nThe sensory liquid floor tiles were an instant hit — my students love jumping, stomping, and watching the colors move beneath their feet. These tools have brought so much joy to our classroom while supporting important motor and sensory development. Thank you for making such a big difference!","fullyFundedDate":1757656518334,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-exceptional-kindergarteners-lear/9696156/","projectTitle":"Help My Exceptional Kindergarteners Learn Through Play!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Watson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8018665_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724180835904","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8018665"},{"teacherId":8018665,"projectId":9500654,"letterContent":"hank you so much for supporting our project, Teachers Helping Teachers! Because of your generosity, we were able to purchase Teachers Pay Teachers gift cards that opened the door to a wide range of engaging, differentiated, and fun resources tailored specifically for my students' needs.\r\n\r\nAs a kindergarten teacher working primarily with autistic students, having access to high-quality, teacher-created materials makes a world of difference. TpT allows me to find resources that align perfectly with both my students' learning goals and their unique learning styles. Many of these resources aren't found in standard curriculum packages — they're made by educators who understand what it's like to be in the classroom, and it shows.\r\nA favorite activity was a set of interactive literacy centers that focused on sight words and beginning sounds. Because I was able to select differentiated resources, I could meet each student exactly where they were. Some worked with Velcro matching boards, others traced letters in sensory bins, and a few began reading simple emergent readers downloaded from TpT. Watching their confidence grow week by week has been incredibly rewarding.","fullyFundedDate":1757217275729,"projectUrl":"project/teachers-helping-teachers/9500654/","projectTitle":"Teachers Helping Teachers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Watson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8018665_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724180835904","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8018665"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_401","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":504,"numTeachers":60,"percentFrplEligible":80,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":62,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":29,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":1,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"8.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":64.1,"schoolId":401,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about PS 68 Bronx on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"PS 68 Bronx","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/ps-68-bronx/401"}