{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 94 Kings College School","outOfStateSupporters":31.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9981572,"projectId":10527384,"letterContent":"When our new bilingual SEL books arrived, my students were overjoyed to explore stories written in both English and Spanish! Reading in our classroom is a lively, collaborative experience—we gather for interactive read-alouds, partner reading, and individual exploration in our classroom reading area. Having access to dual-language texts that focus on emotional regulation, empathy, and perseverance has created an inclusive environment where all of my students feel seen and valued.\r\nThese texts allow us to explicitly teach key social-emotional skills while simultaneously building language and literacy skills. Through guided read-alouds, students practice identifying emotional triggers, learning vocabulary for feelings in both languages, and discussing strategies for handling challenging situations. The bilingual format allows English Language Learners to use their native language skills to anchor their English comprehension, deepening both their reading confidence and emotional intelligence.\r\nMy English Language Learners in particular have shown immense pride when engaging with these books. They love being able to read independently in Spanish while making connections to the English text alongside their peers. Thank you so much for your generosity—your support has provided our students with meaningful resources that build strong language skills, emotional wellness, and a lasting love for reading!","fullyFundedDate":1788202398769,"projectUrl":"project/bilingual-sel-books-for-english-learners/10527384/","projectTitle":"Bilingual SEL Books for English Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mendez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9981572_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784853220588","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9981572"},{"teacherId":9981572,"projectId":10527458,"letterContent":"When our new collection of social-emotional learning books arrived, my students were instantly drawn to the vibrant covers and relatable stories! Reading in our classroom is an interactive, shared experience—we gather together for read-alouds, hold lively class discussions, and explore these titles independently in our cozy calm corner. Having dedicated books about self-regulation, empathy, and growth mindset has given my students a meaningful way to reflect on their own feelings and actions.\r\nThese texts allow us to explicitly teach essential life skills like managing big emotions, showing kindness to peers, and embracing mistakes as part of the learning process. Through guided discussions, my students practice identifying character emotions, brainstorming positive ways to resolve conflicts, and applying these strategies to their daily lives.\r\nI have seen a wonderful impact on many of my students who previously struggled to express their feelings verbally. They frequently visit our calm corner to flip through these books, finding comfort in seeing characters face similar feelings and challenges. Thank you so much for your generosity—your support has given my students powerful tools to build calmness, compassion, and emotional growth every single day!","fullyFundedDate":1787492759080,"projectUrl":"project/building-calmness-compassion-and-growt/10527458/","projectTitle":"Building Calmness, Compassion, and Growth Through SEL Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mendez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9981572_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784853220588","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9981572"},{"teacherId":9981572,"projectId":10476151,"letterContent":"Here is a draft for your Impact Letter for the funded project \"Flexible Seats, Focused Minds\":\r\nWhen the boxes with our new flexible seating options arrived, my students were beside themselves with excitement! Their eyes lit up as we unboxed the bean bags and floor seats together, and they immediately couldn't wait to try them out during our independent work time. Having comfortable, adaptable seating has completely transformed the energy in our classroom at P.S. 94. The students take so much pride in choosing a spot where they feel comfortable, grounded, and ready to learn.\r\nThese flexible seats have made an immediate difference during our daily reading and group activities. For instance, during a recent lesson, I watched students who normally struggle to stay seated sit comfortably for an entire reading session, deeply focused on their books. The seating allows them to move safely and release extra energy without disrupting their classmates, leading to much better concentration and active engagement across all our subjects.\r\nMoving forward, we are using these comfortable spaces to support our collaborative group projects and independent quiet reading blocks. Having dedicated, comfortable seating options allows my students to dive deeper into their learning with sustained focus and joy. Thank you so much for your generous support and for investing in our classroom community—you have made a lasting impact on my students' daily learning experience!","fullyFundedDate":1787190645726,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seats-focused-minds/10476151/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seats, Focused Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mendez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9981572_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784853220588","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9981572"},{"teacherId":9981572,"projectId":10475487,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in fully funding \"Calm Minds, Bright Futures: Creating a Cozy Classroom\"! When the packages first arrived and our students saw the cozy new flexible seating materials, their eyes lit up with absolute joy. They could hardly contain their excitement as we unpacked everything together—it truly felt like opening presents on a holiday!\r\nThe new resources have immediately transformed our classroom environment into a welcoming, comfortable space designed for focused learning and mindfulness. Students actively use these flexible seating options throughout the day, whether gathering for group discussions, diving into quiet reading, or visiting our calm space to practice self-regulation when feeling overwhelmed. Recently, during a collaborative project on wellness and emotions, students settled into their new cozy spots, working side-by-side with noticeable calm, focus, and enthusiasm. Having a physical environment that honors their comfort has made a world of difference in their daily engagement and emotional well-being.\r\nMoving forward, our next step is to build upon this cozy foundation by integrating daily mindfulness check-ins and student-led reflection routines into our Health and Computer Science activities. Your kindness has given my students a peaceful refuge where they feel safe, supported, and ready to learn every single day. Thank you for making such a lasting impact on our classroom family!","fullyFundedDate":1787190645492,"projectUrl":"project/calm-minds-bright-futures-creating-a-c/10475487/","projectTitle":"Calm Minds, Bright Futures: Creating a Cozy Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mendez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9981572_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784853220588","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9981572"},{"teacherId":9981572,"projectId":10406486,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in fully funding \"Pages of Positivity: SEL & Health Books for Young Minds\"! These new texts have quickly become a cornerstone of our classroom, sparking crucial conversations around social-emotional development, empathy, and wellness.\r\nReading in our classroom is a vibrant, interactive experience. During our dedicated Health and reading time, students love gathering together to explore these stories. The new collection gives us powerful, accessible tools to teach skills like identifying and managing complex emotions, building self-regulation, practicing kindness, and understanding physical and mental well-being. Having high-quality, engaging literature allows abstract concepts—like emotional regulation and healthy decision-making—to come alive through relatable characters and real-life scenarios.\r\nOur students have embraced these books with pure enthusiasm. Many of our learners, especially those who previously struggled to put their feelings into words or found traditional texts intimidating, now eagerly reach for these titles. They point to the illustrations, draw connections to their own lives, and utilize the strategies introduced in the books when navigating daily classroom interactions. Your support has transformed our library into a welcoming, empowering space where students build both literacy and life skills. Thank you for investing in their hearts and minds!","fullyFundedDate":1785422520217,"projectUrl":"project/pages-of-positivity-sel-health-books/10406486/","projectTitle":"Pages of Positivity: SEL & Health Books for Young Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mendez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9981572_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784853220588","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9981572"},{"teacherId":9430829,"projectId":9644824,"letterContent":"Words cannot express how thankful I am for your generous donations. My students have thoroughly enjoyed using the materials, as have I! As a speech-language pathologist, the students I work with benefit greatly from hands-on, engaging activities. The materials from this project have been used to help me create interactive lessons that make learning meaningful and fun. \r\n\r\nIn particular, many of my students have had a blast using the ABC Ice Pops and Mini Letter Scoops. These have been great tools in targeting their phonemic awareness and phonological awareness skills, which helps set them up to be great readers! The magnetic table top and notebook wipe off charts have been incredibly useful during my push-in sessions, when I work with the students inside their classrooms. Additionally, the sensory supports (e.g., kick bands, bean bag chair, sensory discs) have been put to great use. \r\n\r\nOnce again, your kindness and generosity is greatly appreciated. I thank you for investing in my students education and success.","fullyFundedDate":1758899040756,"projectUrl":"project/setting-up-students-for-success-in-speec/9644824/","projectTitle":"Setting Up Students for Success in Speech and Language Therapy!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sheahan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9430829"},{"teacherId":270730,"projectId":9833516,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Because of your donation, my students were able to explore computer science in a fun, hands-on way by creating binary bracelets with beads and craft materials.\r\n\r\nYour contributions also allowed us to use items like pipe cleaners for additional STEM activities, including building models of flower offspring and traits, and creating towers for our 100-day challenge. These hands-on experiences helped bring learning to life and kept students engaged, creative, and excited.\r\n\r\nMy students were proud of their work and loved being able to see, touch, and share what they learned. Your support made a meaningful difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make learning joyful and memorable!","fullyFundedDate":1770673400747,"projectUrl":"project/beads-binary-unplugged-coding-fun-for/9833516/","projectTitle":"Beads & Binary: Unplugged Coding Fun for Beautiful Young Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mendez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp270730_orig.jpg?crop=642,642,x0,y136&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1679349699700","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-mendez-araut"},{"teacherId":10091717,"projectId":9496215,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for your generous donation to our classroom. Your support has made a meaningful difference in creating a more engaging and enriching learning environment for my students.\r\n\r\nFrom your contribution, I am able to provide additional resources and opportunities that enhance the students' educational experience. \r\n\r\nYour kindness not only supports their academic growth but also inspires a sense of community and generosity.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your thoughtfulness and commitment to education. We truly appreciate your support and the positive impact you've made in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1763606236154,"projectUrl":"project/adequate-resources-can-boost-effective-t/9496215/","projectTitle":"Adequate Resources can Boost Effective Teaching and Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Agbato","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10091717"},{"teacherId":617054,"projectId":9139011,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation toward our track team's new sweatshirts!\r\n\r\nBefore your gift, our athletes often felt like the odd ones out at meets where every other team arrived in matching gear. Thanks to your support, our runners now have the professional \"team look\" they deserve. \r\n\r\nBeing able to walk onto the track dressed as a unified group has given them a renewed sense of pride and belonging.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your investment in these athletes and for helping them look—and feel—like the incredible team they are.","fullyFundedDate":1741062815300,"projectUrl":"project/track-sweatshirts-needed/9139011/","projectTitle":"Track Sweatshirts Needed!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp617054_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1535508151132","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/617054"},{"teacherId":6061799,"projectId":3767731,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support and generosity towards this project. The students are so grateful to have additional devices to complete reading assignments and other assessments, as well as buddy reading with their peers.\r\n\r\nOur class is able to practice more reading on the different websites, which gives us a multitude of genres and many more choices than just our physical classroom library.\r\n\r\nWe are so pleased with our devices and truly enjoy using theses tablets. Thank you so very much for all your support!!","fullyFundedDate":1549467329802,"projectUrl":"project/tablets-to-tackle-literacy/3767731/","projectTitle":"Tablets to Tackle Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bauer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6061799_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1788119881955","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6061799"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_369","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":664,"numTeachers":98,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":10,"percentBlack":12,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":72,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"6.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":68.7,"schoolId":369,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about PS 94 Kings College School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"PS 94 Kings College School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/ps-94-kings-college-school/369"}