{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS255Q @ PS128","outOfStateSupporters":31.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10229741,"projectId":10613526,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your donation! Ever since we remodeled our library, it has become the most popular spot in our classroom! The students are able to easily find their favorite books thanks to these new bins! \r\n\r\nThey are love the new books in their library. They absolutely love the Eric Carle books and the Pete the Cat books are always in their hands.\r\n\r\nWith all of my students being emergent readers, books that are easily accessible and interesting to them are important. Thanks to you, now they are!","fullyFundedDate":1789601263406,"projectUrl":"project/stories-books-for-our-growing-readers/10613526/","projectTitle":"Stories & Books for Our Growing Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jenn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10229741_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1789585717969","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10229741"},{"teacherId":9734827,"projectId":8841101,"letterContent":"The sensory tools funded through this project have made a meaningful difference for my kindergarten students. Having access to appropriate sensory supports throughout the school day has helped many of my students feel calmer, more comfortable, and more ready to learn. These materials have given them positive ways to meet their sensory needs while still participating in classroom routines and activities.\r\n\r\nI have seen students use these tools during lessons, transitions, and moments when they need help regulating their bodies and emotions. They have helped reduce distractions, support attention, and make it easier for students to return to learning after becoming overwhelmed or restless. For young learners, especially those who need additional sensory input, having these supports readily available can make a huge difference in how successful they feel at school.\r\n\r\nI am incredibly grateful to everyone who helped fund this project. Your generosity provided my students with tools that continue to support their learning, independence, and overall classroom experience. Thank you for helping me create a classroom environment where my students can feel supported and ready to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1734453668112,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-materials-for-kindergartners-wi/8841101/","projectTitle":"Sensory Materials for Kindergartners with Autism","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kyle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9734827_orig.png?crop=520,520,x39,y62&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725661949891","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9734827"},{"teacherId":2850338,"projectId":9986102,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Bringing Music and Communication to Every Classroom.\" I work with students with autism who are nonverbal and use AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) devices to communicate. The materials you helped provide—drums, a rolling cart, and organizational supplies—have already made a meaningful difference in our daily therapy sessions. The rolling cart allows me to easily travel from classroom to classroom while bringing engaging materials with me, ensuring that every student has access to communication-rich activities no matter where they are in the school.\r\n\r\nThe drums have been especially powerful during our sessions. Many of my students are highly motivated by music and rhythm, so we use the drums during turn-taking games, requesting activities, and group communication opportunities. For example, students practice using their AAC devices to request \"more,\" \"my turn,\" or \"stop\" while participating in drumming activities with peers. When the students first saw the instruments, they were immediately excited and eager to participate. The music creates a natural and joyful opportunity for communication, helping students engage in ways that traditional materials sometimes cannot.\r\n\r\nThe organizational supplies have also been incredibly helpful. The zip-lock bags help keep our visual supports and communication materials organized and accessible so that I can quickly adapt activities for different students and classrooms. Moving forward, we will continue using these materials to build communication, social interaction, and participation across multiple classrooms. Your generosity has helped create more opportunities for students to express themselves, connect with others, and experience the joy of communication.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this possible for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1770818421391,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-music-and-communication-to-ever/9986102/","projectTitle":"Bringing Music and Communication to Every Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2850338_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x33,y99&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1781200018019","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2850338"},{"teacherId":2850338,"projectId":9726148,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my project, \"Give a Voice to My Students.\" Because of you, my students now have access to the communication tools and materials I requested, including AAC supports, visual resources, and engaging learning materials. These items have transformed my therapy sessions by creating an environment where communication is accessible, motivating, and meaningful for every child.\r\n\r\nMy students are children with autism who are minimally verbal or nonverbal, and these resources have made a powerful impact on their ability to express themselves. With the use of AAC tools, visual supports, and hands-on materials, my students are now able to make choices, request preferred items, protest appropriately, and participate more actively in play and learning routines. I have seen increased engagement, improved joint attention, and more consistent intentional communication during sessions—skills that are essential for their overall development.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has truly helped give my students a voice and the confidence to communicate in ways that work best for them. These materials will continue to support their growth not only in speech therapy, but also across their classrooms and daily lives. Thank you for believing in my students and for helping create opportunities for them to be heard. Your generosity has made a lasting difference, and we are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1758899276581,"projectUrl":"project/giving-a-voice-to-my-students-with-autis/9726148/","projectTitle":"Giving a Voice to My Students With Autism","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2850338_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x33,y99&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1781200018019","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2850338"},{"teacherId":10229741,"projectId":9660461,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible contribution to our classroom! The addition of these colorful mailboxes has been nothing short of transformative for our students and our daily routines. They have provided a level of organization and personalized space that we truly needed.\r\n\r\nThese sturdy, colorful bins are absolutely perfect for my students. Now, each child has their own designated, personalized space to put their belongings in, which has made our mornings so much smoother. The mailboxes have been a great addition to their unpacking routines, allowing each student to quickly and independently place their notebooks, folders, and important papers right where they belong. This has significantly reduced the morning rush and helped us start our day calm and organized.\r\n\r\nBeyond the practical organization, these mailboxes are serving as a wonderful, hands-on learning tool. 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