{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 85 Great Expectations","outOfStateSupporters":34.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":320913,"projectId":9593733,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping to complete this project and help us to create a classroom where children can feel safe and be proud of. The students were so excited when they saw these materials arrive at school. \r\n\r\nThe kids love when the timer goes off and we get ready to transition to another activity. The timer also really helps keep them on track with lessons and make sure they finish in time before the timer goes off.\r\n\r\nThey love how the bright colored sticky notes makes the room look so inviting. One of our first graders even asked if they could use one of the markers on a sticky note to post a sign on our door because it \"will really stand out.\"\r\n\r\nThank you so much for making our students feel safe and warm in school and creating and environment they want to be in.","fullyFundedDate":1758898955603,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-nurturing-classroom/9593733/","projectTitle":"Creating a Nurturing Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moloney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp320913_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1535049884975","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mary-moloney"},{"teacherId":2569729,"projectId":9536744,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our 3rd grade writing project in the Bronx! Because of your support, our students now have the tools and inspiration they need to bring their imaginations to life on the page.\r\n\r\nYour donation is helping our young writers explore their creativity, build confidence in their voices, and share their stories with the world. For many of our students, this project is their first opportunity to see their words celebrated and their ideas valued and it's all possible thanks to you.\r\n\r\nWe're deeply grateful for your kindness and belief in the power of writing to change lives. Our students can't wait to show you what they've created!\r\n\r\nThank You!!!!","fullyFundedDate":1758898847309,"projectUrl":"project/inspiring-young-authors-our-creative-wr/9536744/","projectTitle":"Inspiring Young Authors: Our Creative Writing Adventure!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kuritzky","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2569729_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1524511802652","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2569729"},{"teacherId":2569729,"projectId":9539059,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our Student Writing Project. Because of you, our young writers had the chance to see themselves as true artists—creators with stories worth telling and voices worth hearing.\r\n\r\nYour donation provided the tools, guidance, and encouragement that turned writing into something magical. Students discovered the power of words to express their ideas, dreams, and imagination, and many said it was the first time they truly felt like authors.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, our classrooms were filled with creativity, confidence, and joy. You helped our students believe in themselves and that's a gift that will last far beyond this project.","fullyFundedDate":1754708231685,"projectUrl":"project/cover-to-cover-third-graders-become-aut/9539059/","projectTitle":"Cover to Cover: Third Graders Become Authors & Artists!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kuritzky","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2569729_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1524511802652","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2569729"},{"teacherId":2569729,"projectId":9496473,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our Hispanic Heritage Month Art Project. Because of your donation, our students had the opportunity to celebrate culture, identity, and community through art.\r\n\r\nEach piece they created reflected pride in their heritage and a deeper understanding of the rich traditions that shape our stories. Your contribution provided the materials and inspiration that helped students express who they are and where they come from with color, creativity, and heart.\r\n\r\nProjects like this remind our students that their voices and cultures matter. We are deeply grateful for your partnership in helping them honor their roots and share their brilliance with the world.","fullyFundedDate":1754332562277,"projectUrl":"project/hispanic-heritage-month-project/9496473/","projectTitle":"Hispanic Heritage Month Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kuritzky","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2569729_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1524511802652","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2569729"},{"teacherId":2569729,"projectId":9494179,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our Self-Portrait Project. Because of you, our students had the opportunity to explore identity, confidence, and creativity through art. Each portrait became more than just an image. It was a reflection of self-discovery and pride.\r\n\r\nYour contribution provided the materials, guidance, and encouragement that allowed every student to say, \"I am is me.\" The joy and sense of accomplishment they felt are lasting impacts that go far beyond the canvas.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the power of art to inspire and empower.","fullyFundedDate":1753979653862,"projectUrl":"project/self-portraits-i-am-me/9494179/","projectTitle":"Self Portraits: I Am Me!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kuritzky","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2569729_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1524511802652","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2569729"},{"teacherId":9868555,"projectId":9699117,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous donation of snacks to our classroom. Your support means more than you can imagine—not just to me as an educator, but especially to my students, who benefit from your kindness every single day.\r\n\r\nThe snacks have become a vital part of our classroom environment. They provide the energy and focus my students need to engage in learning throughout the day. Whether it's during a long reading block, after recess, or while tackling a challenging math problem, having something nutritious and satisfying available helps my students stay attentive and motivated.\r\n\r\nWhen the snacks first arrived, the students were thrilled. Their faces lit up with excitement and appreciation—they understood that someone out there cared enough to support their learning in such a personal way.","fullyFundedDate":1758899099869,"projectUrl":"project/it-takes-a-village/9699117/","projectTitle":"It Takes a Village","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bromberg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9868555_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734115050868","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9868555"},{"teacherId":9868555,"projectId":9699040,"letterContent":"When the students first saw all this recess equipment, they were screaming and jumping up and down! To say they were excited was an understatement!\r\n\r\nI have loved being able to visit the classes during recess and see the students engaging in a game involving a soccer ball, basketball, or football! We also have a ton of students that are enjoying the chalk. The jump ropes were the last to arrive and the aides were showing the students how to use them! We have lucked out with the weather and may we continue to have beautiful days ahead!!!","fullyFundedDate":1758899081054,"projectUrl":"project/rockin-recess/9699040/","projectTitle":"Rockin' Recess!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bromberg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9868555_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734115050868","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9868555"},{"teacherId":9336108,"projectId":9242657,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation to our classroom library! Students faces lit up when they saw us unpacking our new books. We were even able to host \"book talks\" so that we could introduce the new additions to the library.\r\n\r\nStudents are now able to pick from a wide selection of books that we did not previously have. They are seeing books that are interesting to them and recommending their classmates what to read next - we even have some \"lines\" for books that students are waiting to read.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your kind contribution to our library!","fullyFundedDate":1744200715055,"projectUrl":"project/fill-our-library-shelves/9242657/","projectTitle":"Fill Our Library Shelves!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Longo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9336108_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744127352044","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9336108"},{"teacherId":9336108,"projectId":9248852,"letterContent":"Your generous donation helped give our students two new books to read over their summer vacation along with a cool bookmark! Our students were overjoyed with their end of year present and were so excited to show off their new bookmark.\r\n\r\nWhen our previous students arrived back this fall, they told us not only about their summer, but also the two books that they read. 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Students are excited to jump in and help their classroom community stay organized and neat.\r\n\r\nWe hope that you will be able to donate to our future projects! Thank you again for providing an opportunity to show our scholars responsibility.","fullyFundedDate":1746787269745,"projectUrl":"project/a-fresh-start-in-fourth-grade/9282002/","projectTitle":"A Fresh Start in Fourth Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Longo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9336108_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744127352044","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9336108"},{"teacherId":9412017,"projectId":9286032,"letterContent":"Receiving your donations meant the world to our class. We come from a low income environment and funds are hard to come by as well as the resources. I have tried my best to provide students with the necessary resources but sometimes it's hard.\r\n\r\nThe students kept asking me to buy books from an amazon wishlist. It made me sad that I couldn't provide those things for them. When we received the donations and they saw all the boxes arrive they all screamed. The joy on their faces was epic.\r\n\r\nThank you for bringing back the joy of reading to our class","fullyFundedDate":1746489249885,"projectUrl":"project/reading-reading-oh-so-fun/9286032/","projectTitle":"Reading, Reading, Oh So Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Galvan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9412017_orig.jpg?crop=911,912,x0,y33&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705279964107","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9412017"},{"teacherId":9868555,"projectId":9282035,"letterContent":"Our wobbly stools arrived today and the students couldn't have been more excited! In our integrated cotaught classroom this year, we have 11 students with IEPs. These 11 students require a lot of extra love and support. \r\n\r\nWe finally have space in our classroom this year for a calm down corner and a wobbly stool will remain there! Instantly, two students ran over to sit there! These stools will also be a huge help when there is a student who is having trouble controlling his or her body on the rug, but needs to remain close by for the lesson. 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