{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Rose Hill Pre-K Center - 2490 Webster Ave","outOfStateSupporters":32.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6884215,"projectId":9985368,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students and staff, thank you for your generous donation of the reading bench to our preschool classroom serving children with learning disabilities. Your support has had an immediate and meaningful impact on our students' daily learning experiences, providing them with a space that is both welcoming and purposeful.\r\n\r\nThe reading bench has quickly become a favorite spot in our classroom. For our preschoolers, having a comfortable and clearly defined place to sit while exploring books makes a significant difference. Many of our students benefit from structured yet cozy environments, and the bench offers exactly that. It invites children to slow down, feel supported, and fully engage with books in a way that feels safe and enjoyable. We have already observed increased interest in reading, longer attention spans, and more frequent independent book exploration.\r\n\r\nIn addition to supporting literacy development, the reading bench plays an important role in our students' social-emotional growth. Surrounding the bench are bins with visual supports connected to our classroom mood meter. These visuals help students identify and label their emotions, an essential skill for young learners with developing communication abilities. Alongside these visuals, we provide carefully selected books focused on emotions, self-awareness, and feelings. This combination allows students to connect stories to their own experiences in a concrete and meaningful way.\r\n\r\nThe bench area also includes objects designed to assist with self-regulation, such as sensory tools and calming materials. Many of our students seek physical comfort and sensory input to help manage emotions and transitions throughout the day. The reading bench offers a calm space where students can regroup, regulate, and return to learning feeling more confident and ready to engage. This has been especially beneficial during moments of frustration, overstimulation, or emotional overwhelm.\r\n\r\nYour donation has helped create an inclusive environment where all students feel valued and supported. The reading bench is more than just a piece of furniture; it is a space where students build a love for books, practice emotional regulation, and experience success at their own pace. It supports both academic and emotional development while reinforcing the idea that learning can be comforting, joyful, and accessible.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your generosity and belief in our students. Your contribution has enhanced our classroom in ways that will continue to benefit children for years to come. Thank you for helping us create a nurturing space where preschoolers with learning disabilities can grow, learn, and thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1768227539658,"projectUrl":"project/reading-nook/9985368/","projectTitle":"Reading Nook","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Betancourt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6884215_orig.jpg?crop=494,494,x0,y64&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708256515953","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6884215"},{"teacherId":6884215,"projectId":9859750,"letterContent":"Musical instruments, made available through generous donations, have become a vital creative outlet for our preschool students with learning disabilities. For many of these young learners, verbal communication is still developing or can be challenging to use consistently. Music offers an alternative form of expression that feels natural, engaging, and accessible. Through sound, rhythm, and movement, students are able to communicate emotions, ideas, and needs in ways that words alone may not yet allow.\r\n\r\nThe donated instruments have expanded access to meaningful, hands-on learning experiences. Instruments such as drums, shakers, bells, xylophones, and rhythm sticks invite students to participate at their own developmental level. Children learn cause and effect by tapping, shaking, or striking an instrument and hearing an immediate response. This direct feedback supports cognitive development while strengthening fine and gross motor skills. For preschoolers with learning disabilities, multisensory experiences are especially impactful, reinforcing learning through touch, sound, and movement simultaneously.","fullyFundedDate":1766008300066,"projectUrl":"project/music-opens-doors/9859750/","projectTitle":"Music Opens Doors","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Betancourt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6884215_orig.jpg?crop=494,494,x0,y64&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708256515953","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6884215"},{"teacherId":7478045,"projectId":9970066,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of an iPad and protective case for my classroom. Your support has made an immediate and meaningful impact on my students' learning experience.\r\n\r\nWhile many people use technology at home for communication or entertainment, this iPad is being used as a powerful learning tool. Students use it for interactive educational apps, communication apps, reading digital texts, and practicing skills at their own pace. The touch screen and visual features help make lessons more engaging and accessible, especially for students who benefit from hands-on or visual learning. It has allowed me to differentiate instruction more easily and provide targeted support to students who need it most.\r\n\r\nWhat excites my students most about this new technology is how interactive and responsive it is. They love being able to manipulate content directly on the screen, receive instant feedback, and explore learning in a way that feels modern and fun. The iPad has increased student motivation and focus, and students are eager for opportunities to use it.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have especially warmed to this new technology. I have students who are non-speaking or minimally speaking and this device gives them a way to communicate without using spoken language. It also helps them to show their understanding in new ways, which has been incredibly empowering for them. My students use AAC and visual-based apps to record short messages, build visual communication boards, and create digital social stories which helps peers, staff, and families learn how to communicate with non-speaking children.\r\n\r\nA big thank you to The Allstate Foundation for funding this project! Your generosity has helped create a more engaging, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for my students. Thank you for investing in their education and for making a lasting difference.","fullyFundedDate":1767030325014,"projectUrl":"project/tiny-voices-making-big-community-connect/9970066/","projectTitle":"Tiny Voices Making Big Community Connections Through Communication","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Heather","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7478045_orig.jpg?crop=395,395,x0,y101&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598314961652","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7478045"},{"teacherId":7876244,"projectId":9957799,"letterContent":"This project will bring a vibrant collection of hands-on instruments and musical learning materials into our classroom, including xylophones, shake-and-move ribbon bells, interactive music books, a drum, noise makers, a triangle, desk bells, and a music puzzle.\r\nDuring circle time, I was able to introduce the xylophone, drum, and ribbon bells and demonstrate how to play each instrument safely. Children take turns exploring sounds by tapping, shaking, and ringing the instruments while counting beats together. The class then plays along to a familiar song, practicing rhythm and listening skills as a group. The lesson ends with children sharing how the music made them feel, building confidence and language skills.\r\nWith these tools, young children will explore rhythm, melody, and creative expression through active, sensory-rich play throughout the school year. Engaging with the instruments helps build fine motor skills, coordination, and self-confidence while encouraging experimentation and joy in learning. The variety of musical materials supports collaborative play, strengthens early literacy through musical engagement, and transforms our classroom into an interactive learning environment where every child can participate, explore, and shine. I truly appreciate your consideration and support in helping create meaningful, engaging learning experiences for our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1767201500081,"projectUrl":"project/joyful-instruments-for-early-music-learn/9957799/","projectTitle":"Joyful Instruments for Early Music Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rosario","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7876244_orig.jpg?crop=1187,1188,x0,y403&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1624056345021","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrosario08"},{"teacherId":1454094,"projectId":9812993,"letterContent":"I am so excited this project was brought to life by your generous donation. This project empowers students to connect their creativity with compassion, helping them see that even small acts of kindness can make a big difference. We used the paper for printing stories and creating masterpieces. Ink cartridges are being used to print student-created text and images, markers and paint for illustrations. The other materials including a stapler, rubber bands, pom-poms, dotters, scissors, and glue helped us to add creativity to our wonderful work. \r\nAfter the children's art work was created, we hand delivered them to the local firehouse. The students were so excited to present these gifts to them and they were happy to receive them. We can't wait to go to the local library and urgent care and do the same when the weather gets warmer. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1762889612229,"projectUrl":"project/hearts-in-action-students-honoring-our/9812993/","projectTitle":"Hearts in Action: Students Honoring Our Community Helpers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lalicata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1454094_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715189249726","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1454094"},{"teacherId":9851794,"projectId":9638805,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Little Learners: Learning Through Storytelling and Puppets.\" Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our preschool classroom. We use the puppets during circle time and social-emotional lessons. One special moment was watching students use the puppets to practice turn-taking and simple communication—some students used words and/or gestures alongside their puppets to participate, showing growth in confidence and engagement.\r\n\r\nWhen the puppets first arrived, my students were immediately drawn to them with excitement and curiosity. The puppets provided a comforting and motivating way for students to express themselves, especially for those who struggle with verbal communication or social interaction. Even students who are typically hesitant to participate became more willing to engage through puppet play. Moving forward, we are using these materials to support IEP goals such as expressive language, social-emotional learning, and understanding routines and emotions through simple stories. Thank you for giving our students an inclusive, joyful way to learn and communicate.","fullyFundedDate":1760693785417,"projectUrl":"project/little-learners-learning-through-storyt/9638805/","projectTitle":"Little Learners: Learning Through Storytelling and Puppets","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Castelan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9851794_orig.jpg?crop=1512,1512,x0,y252&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736825995601","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9851794"},{"teacherId":9851794,"projectId":9753396,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project, \"Bringing Rhythm and Sound to Our Preschool Classroom!\" The new instruments are used daily during morning meetings, small group activities, and center time. One of our favorite moments so far was during our Multicultural show where students created their own rhythm patterns using bell bracelets and shakers. Watching them listen to one another, take turns, and proudly perform for their classmates was truly special.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, smiles lit up the room as students explored the sounds, eagerly trying each instrument. Many of our preschoolers are still developing language skills, and the music has given them a new way to express themselves. Our students became more engaged, confidently tapping rhythms and moving their bodies to the beat.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, our next steps include connecting music to early literacy and math lessons by clapping syllables, counting beats, and exploring patterns. Your kindness has made a lasting impact on our students, and we are so grateful for the opportunity you've given them to learn through rhythm and sound.","fullyFundedDate":1760693773590,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-rhythm-and-sound-to-our-prescho/9753396/","projectTitle":"Bringing Rhythm and Sound to Our Preschool Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Castelan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9851794_orig.jpg?crop=1512,1512,x0,y252&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736825995601","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9851794"},{"teacherId":7876244,"projectId":9546966,"letterContent":"Our students use these new STEM materials daily through hands-on, play-based exploration. One favorite moment was watching them cheer as they programmed the Robot Mouse through mazes they built themselves, testing ideas and fixing mistakes together. During science time, children excitedly predicted whether objects would sink or float and eagerly launched rockets outside.\r\nWhen the materials arrived, their curiosity lit up the room. They immediately began asking questions, touching, sorting, and experimenting. The Five Senses Box and Play-Doh sparked rich conversations, while books connected literacy to real-world discovery.\r\nNext, students will continue building coding challenges, exploring physical changes with thermometers and connecting reading, math, and science through collaborative projects. Your support has truly transformed learning into joyful discovery.","fullyFundedDate":1765496596817,"projectUrl":"project/stem-explorers-hands-on-learning-for-li/9546966/","projectTitle":"STEM Explorers: Hands-On Learning for Little Scientists","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rosario","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7876244_orig.jpg?crop=1187,1188,x0,y403&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1624056345021","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrosario08"},{"teacherId":7876244,"projectId":9861587,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! The interactive materials you provided, such as Alpha-Bots, magnetic letters, Number Bots, and the Hear Myself Alphabet Sound Phone, have transformed our classroom into an exciting, hands-on learning environment. The students were absolutely thrilled when they first saw the materials. They eagerly dove into exploring letters, sounds, and numbers, using the magnetic letters to build words, tracing letters with the alphabet cards, and recording their own voices. These tools have made learning more engaging and meaningful for my preschoolers.\r\nThrough these activities, my students are strengthening essential skills like phonemic awareness, fine-motor development, and early numeracy. It's been amazing to see them work together, sharing ideas and helping each other as they explore new concepts. As we continue our lessons, we'll build on these skills with more interactive exercises, helping them build a strong foundation for reading, writing, and communication. Thanks to your support, my students are growing in confidence and developing a true love of learning.","fullyFundedDate":1766780777555,"projectUrl":"project/building-early-literacy-with-hands-on-le/9861587/","projectTitle":"Building Early Literacy with Hands-On Learning Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rosario","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7876244_orig.jpg?crop=1187,1188,x0,y403&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1624056345021","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrosario08"},{"teacherId":7876244,"projectId":9690535,"letterContent":"I'm deeply grateful for your generous support of our classroom through the DonorsChoose project. Your donation has made a significant difference in providing hands-on materials that encourage creativity, exploration, and collaboration among my preschool students. Thanks to the rolling storage cart, Play-Doh, craft supplies, and simple machines materials, our learning space has been transformed into a dynamic environment where my students can engage and grow in meaningful ways.\r\nOne of the first activities we did was dive into our simple machines unit by reading \"What Do Wheels Do All Day?.\" The book sparked discussions about the role of wheels in our lives, and the hands-on materials gave the students a chance to build and experiment with their own wheel-based creations. With the new storage cart, students can now independently access materials, giving them greater autonomy in their learning. This organization allows them to engage in creative play, strengthening their fine-motor skills as they mold Play-Doh, build structures with simple machines materials, and explore new ways to solve problems together.\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, their excitement was palpable. They eagerly dove into the Play-Doh and started crafting, showing off their creations with pride. The craft supplies have also become a favorite, allowing the children to express themselves through art, which helps build both their language and problem-solving skills. Seeing them work together, whether building a simple wheel system or collaborating on an art project, has been a joy. They are not only learning to solve problems but also strengthening social skills by working in teams.\r\nAs we continue with the wheels unit, we'll explore how different wheels work in vehicles and introduce more simple machines like pulleys and levers. The books and materials you helped provide will support this next phase of exploration, allowing my students to make connections between their hands-on experiences and the world around them. The rolling cart will continue to play a crucial role in keeping everything organized, so the children can easily access materials and engage in self-directed learning.\r\nThank you again for making all of this possible. Your generosity has brought joy, creativity, and critical learning opportunities to my students, and I can't wait to continue watching them grow through this project.","fullyFundedDate":1765471849772,"projectUrl":"project/building-creating-and-exploring-hands/9690535/","projectTitle":"Building, Creating, and Exploring: Hands-On Materials for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rosario","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7876244_orig.jpg?crop=1187,1188,x0,y403&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1624056345021","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrosario08"},{"teacherId":7876244,"projectId":9785047,"letterContent":"This project has had a powerful impact on our preschool students by using simple, age-appropriate technology to deepen their learning and sense of responsibility. By taking photos of kind acts, students are learning that technology is not just for entertainment, but a tool for communication, storytelling, and sharing ideas. The instant camera allows them to capture real moments from their day and then reflect on what happened using words, drawings, or dictation. This process supports early language development, builds vocabulary, and helps students connect actions with meaning in a very concrete way.\r\nThe most exciting part for our students is seeing their photos printed immediately. They are incredibly proud to recognize themselves and their classmates as helpers, sharers, and problem-solvers. Many students eagerly look for kind moments throughout the day, knowing they might get to photograph and share them. Some children who are typically quiet or hesitant to speak have especially warmed to this project—they light up when describing what they saw or did, and they feel confident knowing their contribution matters to the whole school community.\r\nOverall, this project has helped our youngest learners become leaders. They are learning empathy, collaboration, and responsibility while also building early technology and literacy skills. By making kindness visible, the technology helps students understand that their actions have value and impact. It has strengthened our school culture and shown our preschoolers that even small acts can make a big difference.","fullyFundedDate":1761165198196,"projectUrl":"project/spreading-smiles-student-kindness-throu/9785047/","projectTitle":"Spreading Smiles: Student Kindness Through Instant Photos","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rosario","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7876244_orig.jpg?crop=1187,1188,x0,y403&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1624056345021","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrosario08"},{"teacherId":6154184,"projectId":9675962,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity. This computer has provided access for myself and my students to so many different outlets to support their differentiated and diverse learning needs and interests. \r\nThis computer has provided me the ability to create an adapt materials. My school is focusing on literacy development through Heggerty with a focus on nursery rhymes. I have used the new computer to create interactive books with nursery rhymes being read in the classrooms during classroom based support lessons. In providing whole group lessons outside of my therapy sessions, I am supporting my school community at large, generalzing speech/language goals outside of the therapy space, and reaching an even greater number of students than my caseload. This work could not be done without you!\r\nI am forever grateful for the love and support I receive on donors choose. It is inspiring and motivating! 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