{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS/IS 187 Hudson Cliffs","outOfStateSupporters":25.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9081659,"projectId":9377240,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! The new resources have truly transformed the way my students learn and interact each day.\r\n\r\nWe've been using the new materials to create student-led learning centers where children can choose activities that match their interests and learning goals. For example, during a recent literacy station, students used our new hands-on materials and organized bins to independently gather what they needed, collaborate with partners, and take charge of their own progress. It's been amazing to see how confident and engaged they've become when given the freedom to make choices about their learning.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new supplies, their faces lit up! They were excited to explore, organize, and immediately started brainstorming how to use the materials in creative ways. One student even said, \"Now we can be the teachers!\"—which perfectly captures the sense of ownership and pride these resources have inspired.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll continue using these tools to deepen collaboration and student voice in our classroom projects. Students are beginning to plan their own mini research projects, using the learning centers as their base for exploration, note-taking, and sharing discoveries with classmates.\r\n\r\nWhat I love most about my students is their curiosity, creativity, and eagerness to take charge of their learning. These resources have made that possible—helping them grow into independent, responsible, and inspired learners.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1755704996303,"projectUrl":"project/learning-their-way-materials-for-studen/9377240/","projectTitle":"Learning Their Way: Materials for Student Choice and Voice","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sullivan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9081659_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755004744239","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9081659"},{"teacherId":2894335,"projectId":9255749,"letterContent":"I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donations to my first-grade classroom. Your support truly makes a difference in the daily lives of my students and in the joyful learning environment we strive to create together.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, my classroom now has:\r\n🎉 Birthday crowns and celebration supplies — Every child feels seen and special on their big day, helping to build confidence and a sense of belonging.\r\n🧸 Toys and incentives — These rewards encourage positive behavior, teamwork, and perseverance. Students are motivated to reach goals and celebrate their growth!\r\n🎨 Playdough and hands-on materials — These items bring creativity and fine motor skills practice into our lessons, allowing students to learn through play and exploration.\r\n📚 A Teachers Pay Teachers gift card — This gift allows me to access engaging math resources tailored to my students' needs. Your donation helps provide differentiated activities that make learning foundational math skills both fun and meaningful.\r\n\r\nYour generosity brings smiles, sparks curiosity, and empowers our young learners to love school. The resources you've provided will continue to inspire our classroom community all year long.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the power of education — and for investing in the bright futures of our first graders!","fullyFundedDate":1752766367105,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-joy-to-first-grade/9255749/","projectTitle":"Bringing Joy to First Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kugler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2894335_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726433162141","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2894335"},{"teacherId":9603689,"projectId":9196600,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous donation toward our new kindergarten rug! Thanks to your kindness, our little learners now have a warm, welcoming space to gather, explore, and grow together.\r\n\r\nThis rug has quickly become the heart of our classroom—where we share stories, engage in group activities, and build friendships. Seeing the joy and excitement on the children's faces as they learn and play in this special space is truly priceless.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a meaningful impact on their daily experiences, creating a nurturing environment where they feel comfortable and inspired. We deeply appreciate your support in making our classroom a more engaging and enriching place for our students.\r\n\r\nThank you for your kindness and for being a part of our learning community. Your support means the world to us!","fullyFundedDate":1743795519506,"projectUrl":"project/a-comfy-rug-for-learning/9196600/","projectTitle":"A Comfy Rug for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Canty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9603689"},{"teacherId":1149464,"projectId":9588722,"letterContent":"I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous contributions toward our classroom supplies. Your kindness has made an immediate and meaningful difference for our students.\r\n\r\nThanks to your donations, we were able to purchase laminating sheets to protect and preserve important learning materials, markers and highlighters that help us make lessons engaging and visually clear, colored paper that sparks creativity and brightens our projects, and a visual timer that supports time management and reduces anxiety for our learners. These tools not only enhance daily instruction but also create a more organized, supportive, and inspiring learning environment.\r\n\r\nI teach reading intervention and sometimes, the activities feel repetitive to the students which is part of learning how to read. I have been able to introduce the \"Fancy Highlighters\" which have made the activities feel like brand new tasks to the students. The personal pencil cases and dry erase markers now feel like they are the student's personal items. They get to use color rather than pencils which is required in most of their classes.\r\n\r\nYour generosity sends a powerful message to our students—that their education matters and that there are people who care about their success. We are deeply appreciative of your role in helping us foster curiosity, confidence, and joy in learning.","fullyFundedDate":1755784698068,"projectUrl":"project/stocking-our-classroom-for-success/9588722/","projectTitle":"Stocking Our Classroom for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DeAddio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1149464_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y347&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726192988738","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-kellyfriedman"},{"teacherId":1149464,"projectId":9323060,"letterContent":"I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to each of you for your contributions toward our classroom desktop computer. Your support has not only brought new technology into our classroom but has also opened countless learning opportunities for our students. Because of your generosity, our classroom is transforming into a thriving center of curiosity, creativity, and skill-building. The excitement among my students each day is a testament to the impact your gifts have made.\r\n\r\nMany of you use technology daily at home—for communication, entertainment, or work—and you understand how integral it has become to our lives. However, the way we use technology in schools might look a little different from how it's used at home. In our learning environment, tools like our new desktop computer are not simply conveniences; they are gateways to deeper understanding and meaningful engagement. They allow students to create, collaborate, and explore in ways that textbooks alone could never provide. Our classroom functions as a hands-on learning space where students combine traditional skills like reading and writing with twenty-first century technology use. The new desktop allows them to integrate both worlds seamlessly. \r\n\r\nMost importantly, having reliable access to a classroom desktop has helped equalize opportunities among students. At home, not all children have the same technological access or bandwidth to explore educational tools. In our classroom, every student now has the chance to participate equally. They can upload assignments, practice coding, and research topics—all within an environment that supports learning and exploration rather than distraction. This computer hooks up seamlessly to a color printer (which I got from a prior Donor's Choose project), so I now have ALL students coming in asking to print their projects, their science labs, pictures for art class, and even other teachers using it to make their teaching more fun for their students!\r\n\r\n\r\nOn behalf of all of my students, I offer you our sincerest thanks. You have made an incredible difference in their lives—today, and for many years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1752506046016,"projectUrl":"project/power-up-learning-donate-to-bring-a-des/9323060/","projectTitle":"Power Up Learning: Donate to Bring a Desktop to Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DeAddio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1149464_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y347&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726192988738","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-kellyfriedman"},{"teacherId":3874199,"projectId":9052245,"letterContent":"The impact of your donation is significant and I am writing to say thank you. Your donation of a color printer and staple gun has made it so we can beautify our school and our work. First up, beautifying the teacher's lounge and creating color copies to engage students. Thank you for your generous gift. The students are excited and have noticed the change. The color has brought light back to the fourth floor of our middle school. We are able to highlight things in class and uses modified worksheets to meet our students needed.\r\n\r\nThank you, \r\nKatie","fullyFundedDate":1738195334474,"projectUrl":"project/color-is-a-power-which-directly-influenc/9052245/","projectTitle":"Color Is a Power Which Directly Influences the Soul- Kandinsky","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O'Connor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3874199_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1473548691676","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-katieoconnor"},{"teacherId":9603689,"projectId":8512976,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing our students with the materials needed to make Kindergarten a place of community and a safe space for learning. The manipulatives and learning materials work together to develop social and physical skills. Students are learning to take turns and socialize within the classroom community. Week by week we introduced new manipulative and the students are very excited. \r\nYour kindness is helping to create a warm and welcoming environment where our young learners can gather, explore, and grow. Your support truly makes a difference, and we are deeply appreciative of your thoughtfulness.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your incredible generosity and for helping us make this school year even more special for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1732542098033,"projectUrl":"project/woohoo-welcome-to-kindergarten-friends/8512976/","projectTitle":"WOOHOO! Welcome to Kindergarten Friends. The All American Kindergarten Explorers.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Canty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9603689"},{"teacherId":9081659,"projectId":8833192,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations to support the seating options in our classroom. The addition of a rug, swivel chairs, and rocking chairs has had an incredible positive impact on student engagement. These new seating options provide students with a variety of comfortable choices that help keep them focused, comfortable, and energized during lessons. Students are more likely to stay engaged when they have control over where and how they sit, leading to improved participation and interaction with the curriculum.\r\n\r\nThe ability to choose between different types of seating also plays a crucial role in fostering independence among students. It allows them to take ownership of their learning environment, making them feel more empowered and responsible for their own success. This level of autonomy supports their personal growth, as they learn to identify which seating arrangements help them focus the best and create a more conducive space for their individual learning styles.\r\n\r\nFurthermore, these seating options encourage freedom in accessing the curriculum. With the flexibility to move and adjust seating as needed, students can more easily engage with the content and collaborate with their peers. This flexibility breaks down barriers, ensuring that all students, regardless of their learning preferences, can access and participate in the curriculum with ease and comfort. Your donations have helped create a learning environment where all students can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1729793582722,"projectUrl":"project/seats-for-success-empowering-first-grad/8833192/","projectTitle":"Seats for Success: Empowering First Graders with Flexible Options","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sullivan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9081659_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755004744239","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9081659"},{"teacherId":9742083,"projectId":8761407,"letterContent":"We cannot thank all of you enough for your generosity and support in donating to our Magic Carpet Project. The students were very excited when they first saw the carpet back in October!\r\n The students continue to enjoy a strong sense of community in our classroom, and our carpet has become the central meeting place that fosters community, collaboration, and growth. When given choices about where to sit to complete individual and team work, students often congregate on the carpet with a lap desk for writing, or they sit comfortably while engaging in team reading. We also meet as a whole class on the carpet to share a read aloud, or learn new strategies in close proximity. Our classroom carpet is similar to a family meeting place, where we learn, share, and connect.\r\n We are looking forward to more special moments that we will share on our Magical Carpet, and are planning for many more magical memories that are made possible thanks to all of you!","fullyFundedDate":1726595475490,"projectUrl":"project/awaiting-a-magic-carpet-ride/8761407/","projectTitle":"Awaiting a Magic Carpet Ride!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ayuso","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9742083_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726344365983","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9742083"},{"teacherId":1742413,"projectId":8736546,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for our beautiful classroom rug, flexible seating stools and cushions. We use these items every day to enhance our academic learning. Students gather at the rug to learn whole group and participate in discussions during all subjects. While working in partnerships, students use the flexible seating options. Students also come to the rug to listen to read aloud stories that facilitate social emotional growth and development. \r\nOur class is so excited to have a rug that gives them lots of space but also defines a section for them to have as their personal spot. \r\nWe appreciate your generous donation so much!\r\nWith gratitude, \r\nMs. Pashley","fullyFundedDate":1726506354044,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-grade-2/8736546/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for Grade 2","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pashley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-pashley"},{"teacherId":2894335,"projectId":8466416,"letterContent":"Incorporating incentives and bins for organizing math tools in a first-grade classroom can have several positive impacts on student engagement, learning, and classroom management:\r\n\r\n1. Enhanced Organization and Accessibility:\r\n\r\n\t•\tBins for Math Tools: When math tools (like counters, blocks, dice, rulers, etc.) are organized into clearly labeled bins, students can easily find and use the materials they need. This reduces time wasted searching for items and keeps the classroom orderly, which helps students stay focused on the task at hand.\r\n\t•\tVisual Cues: Organized bins with pictures or color-coded labels can support visual learners and help younger students understand where each tool belongs, making it easier for them to clean up and stay engaged in learning activities.\r\n\r\n2. Fostering Responsibility:\r\n\r\n\t•\tUsing bins encourages students to take responsibility for their materials. As students are tasked with returning tools to the correct bin, they practice organizational skills and develop ownership over their learning environment.\r\n\r\n3. Promoting Independence:\r\n\r\n\t•\tWhen math tools are easily accessible, students can independently retrieve and return them without needing constant teacher intervention. This fosters a sense of autonomy and helps build confidence in their ability to manage their learning materials.\r\n\r\n4. Incentives to Encourage Engagement:\r\n\r\n\t•\tMotivation Through Rewards: Incentives, such as stickers, extra playtime, or a classroom \"treasure chest,\" can motivate students to stay on task and use math tools correctly. Positive reinforcement encourages students to engage more fully in lessons and tasks, improving overall participation.\r\n\t•\tGoal Setting: Setting small, attainable goals for using math tools correctly or staying organized throughout a lesson can provide students with clear targets. When they meet those goals, the reward reinforces the desired behavior.\r\n\r\n5. Positive Classroom Culture:\r\n\r\n\t•\tBy incorporating incentives for both academic success and organizational skills, a teacher can create a classroom culture where students feel supported and recognized for their efforts. This positive reinforcement helps build a growth mindset, where students understand that making an effort, staying organized, and using tools properly are all valuable parts of their learning.\r\n\r\n6. Increased Focus and Reduced Distractions:\r\n\r\n\t•\tWith organized materials and incentives in place, students are less likely to get distracted by disorganized materials or to become disengaged from the lesson. This helps maintain a more productive classroom environment where time is spent on learning rather than managing distractions.\r\n\r\n7. Social-Emotional Learning (SEL):\r\n\r\n\t•\tThe use of incentives not only supports academic progress but can also be tied to social-emotional goals. For example, rewarding students for working collaboratively with peers while using math tools fosters teamwork and helps students develop positive social skills.\r\n\r\nIn summary, incentives and bins for organizing math tools in a first-grade classroom can enhance both the learning environment and the students' ability to succeed in math by promoting organization, responsibility, independence, and motivation. These strategies provide structure while reinforcing key skills that support students' overall academic and personal growth.","fullyFundedDate":1726940308962,"projectUrl":"project/first-grade-incentives/8466416/","projectTitle":"First Grade Incentives!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kugler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2894335_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726433162141","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2894335"},{"teacherId":1149464,"projectId":8768378,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to sincerely thank you for your generous donation towards our classroom computer. Your contribution is truly appreciated, and it will have a lasting impact on the students' learning experiences. With this new technology, they will have access to countless resources, engage in more interactive lessons, and develop essential digital skills that will serve them well in the future.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, our classroom will be better equipped to foster creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking. The ability to incorporate technology into lessons will allow us to explore new ways of learning and open doors to exciting educational opportunities.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of the entire class, I cannot express enough how grateful we are for your support. Your generosity is making a real difference in our educational journey, and we are excited to put this new tool to good use.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for your thoughtful contribution. 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