{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Balmville Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":20.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4546638,"projectId":9655090,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom. Your support has made a meaningful difference in helping my students grow in their math skills by giving them tools that make learning clearer, more engaging, and more enjoyable. The math posters you provided have become valuable visual guides that students reference during lessons and independent work, helping them feel more confident as they tackle new concepts. The erasers and other supplies you donated may seem small, but they have truly helped students feel comfortable taking risks, correcting mistakes, and trying again—an important part of developing strong problem-solving habits. One of the biggest highlights has been the new math games, which allow students to practice number sense, operations, and reasoning in fun and interactive ways. It has been wonderful to see students who once felt unsure about math now excited to participate and proud of their progress. Your generosity has shown my students that others believe in their potential, and that encouragement means so much. Thank you for making a real impact in our classroom and supporting our students' learning.","fullyFundedDate":1757183033340,"projectUrl":"project/math-magic-supplies-to-spark-thinking/9655090/","projectTitle":"Math Magic: Supplies to Spark Thinking","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sarita","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4546638_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756262695024","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4546638"},{"teacherId":4936870,"projectId":9504962,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity. We are absolutely loving our tables. It has opened up space in our classroom and created an environment where we can collaborate and work together in groups. So far we have been able to comfortably have ELA centers, we have conducted fun science experiments, and just this past week we became doctors and performed an \"operation\" on our characters in Wonder. Our tables give us so much room in our classroom to move around and to comfortably sit in groups to work collaboratively together. Again, thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1755736754884,"projectUrl":"project/tables-needed-to-get-rid-of-desks/9504962/","projectTitle":"Tables Needed to Get Rid of Desks!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garcia-Omana","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4936870_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1517936105608","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4936870"},{"teacherId":4838074,"projectId":9495455,"letterContent":"I can hardly believe that we're living in a nation where teachers have to beg for donations from family, friends, and other donors to obtain basic supplies and necessary instructional materials, but we are. I am grateful for your generous nature and seeing that a few dollars could greatly impact the quality of books my students are exposed to.\r\nI chose the two book titles based on the tough topics they explore and the potential they have to shift to my students' thinking for good. \r\nAbsolutely Almost will help students recognize their unique talents and traits, and employ courage to build their own self worth. I plan to begin the year with this title and revisit the theme throughout the year paired with some Kindness 101 lesson from Steve Hartman. The second title is Out of My Mind, which tells the struggle a young girl has with a communication disability and how she learns to navigate the world. This book was chosen to help students understand how uniquely different we are all, yet intelligent and talented in our own ways. I plan to teach my 4th graders about physical disabilities and open their mind to lives besides their own.\r\nI love reading books with students that have real life lesson and morals. These two titles will surely add value their lives, and mine.","fullyFundedDate":1755879590931,"projectUrl":"project/living-through-literature/9495455/","projectTitle":"Living Through Literature","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Crozzoli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4838074_orig.jpg?crop=2051,2051,x0,y157&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753320101368","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4838074"},{"teacherId":9918122,"projectId":9486055,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations to my recent Donors Choose campaign to grow the Balmville Elementary Art Room. I was once again blown away with outpouring of support this community has shown for my students and classroom. \r\n\r\nAt this point in the school year, I have seen most of my classes in the art room just three or four times. While our broom and foam blocks have already been put to great use, items such as the glue sticks and markers are on deck for upcoming projects. Furthermore, the sensory items and hot glue gun will be used by Balmville students for years to come. \r\n\r\nI'd like to offer my sincerest thanks for your kindness and generosity. You have truly made a difference in the Balmville Art Room and for the students of Balmville Elementary School.","fullyFundedDate":1753909816043,"projectUrl":"project/growing-the-art-room-wish-list-items-fo/9486055/","projectTitle":"Growing the Art Room: Wish List Items for 2025-2026!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gallagher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9918122_orig.jpg?crop=652,652,x17,y71&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738868226029","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9918122"},{"teacherId":10013232,"projectId":9317964,"letterContent":"The Flex Your Mind: Empowering Students Through Flexible Seating project has made a meaningful impact in our classroom, supporting student success during daily lessons and small group instruction. With the addition of flexible seating options, students now have the autonomy to choose the space that helps them focus, stay engaged, and feel comfortable while learning. Whether it's curling up in the cozy chair in our classroom library with a good book or sitting on a stool during independent work, students are more motivated and invested in their learning environment.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting aspects has been watching students use the bouncing ball chairs to release energy while staying on task. This simple yet powerful option has helped many students who struggle with focus find a rhythm that works for them, especially during longer lessons. It's clear that without these flexible seating choices, many of my students would not be as successful. We are incredibly grateful for your generous donation—your support has created a more dynamic and inclusive classroom, and we sincerely thank you for helping our students thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1746648669797,"projectUrl":"project/flex-your-mind-empowering-students-thro/9317964/","projectTitle":"Flex Your Mind: Empowering Students Through Flexible Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10013232"},{"teacherId":4546638,"projectId":9292019,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous donation of math supplies and games to my classroom. Your support has made an incredible difference in the lives of more than 60 students, and we are truly grateful for your kindness.\r\n\r\nThe math games, especially, have been a game-changer — no pun intended! They've helped turn math into something many students look forward to. Even students who were once hesitant or frustrated by math are now raising their hands, participating in group activities, and showing more confidence. Games like these help build not only skills but also a sense of collaboration, perseverance, and joy in learning.","fullyFundedDate":1749140916021,"projectUrl":"project/math-makes-your-life-add-up/9292019/","projectTitle":"MATH Makes Your Life ADD Up!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sarita","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4546638_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756262695024","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4546638"},{"teacherId":2642438,"projectId":9633786,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations! We are using these games to reinforce and practice the skills that we learn. My students love board games and when they saw these new games they were so excited to try them! These games help them to relate their skills to real world situations and allow them to become more comfortable with them. My students loved the bookshelf because it allowed them to easily find math picture books that they were interested in! Words can't express how much we truly appreciate your kind donations!","fullyFundedDate":1756035877054,"projectUrl":"project/math-fun-for-a-new-year/9633786/","projectTitle":"Math Fun for a New Year","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mills","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2642438_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y247&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699035159118","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-mills"},{"teacherId":4936870,"projectId":9087730,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your kindness and generosity. With your donations, my students were able to hold a Space Sip & Paint. Students created their own science fiction story/myth that ended with a creation of a constellation. To conclude their stories, students painted their constellation mural on their individual canvases, thanks to you. Students enjoyed snacking on cookies and juice while they painted. The classroom was truly set to the theme of a real sip and paint. Students hung their final masterpieces in the hallway for the school to view. With your generosity, you allowed all of my students to experience a memorable moment that they will cherish for ever. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1742942683799,"projectUrl":"project/calling-all-stars/9087730/","projectTitle":"Calling All Stars!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garcia-Omana","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4936870_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1517936105608","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4936870"},{"teacherId":9918122,"projectId":9102236,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support on this project. The new drying rack and portfolios have made a huge impact in the art room. My students and I are greatly appreciative every day.\r\n\r\nThe portfolios have allowed me to easily organize and store artwork from the twenty different classes I teach. Students are always so excited when the \"big folder\" comes out; \"ALL that work is from OUR class?\" I also had an extra portfolio that became vital to organizing work for our recent art show.\r\n\r\nThe drying rack has made a world of difference in the art room. A spring-loaded rack is new to this student body and they were so impressed with how easy it is to load and use. Even the Pre-K students are able to operate it independently. This may seem like a small change, but it has a significant impact on building a studio where students have more ownership of the space, the materials, and most importantly- their artwork. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for kindness and your generosity. Using these items each day fills me with appreciation for your support and hope for the future of this art room.","fullyFundedDate":1740360840360,"projectUrl":"project/art-room-improvements-for-bes-pk-5/9102236/","projectTitle":"Art Room Improvements for BES (PK-5)","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gallagher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9918122_orig.jpg?crop=652,652,x17,y71&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738868226029","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9918122"},{"teacherId":4546638,"projectId":9060160,"letterContent":"Thank you so, so much for giving my students the gift of poetry! They were so excited as each package came to us at school. Poetry is a universal language and my class is super pumped to read Love That Dog together! Their eyes lit up when we unwrapped each package! They are looking forward to reading the other two books in the series, Hate That Cat and Moo. Poetry has really sparked an interest in my students and this will help them continue a LOVE for reading that can and will last a lifetime. You rock!","fullyFundedDate":1740590366083,"projectUrl":"project/poetry-is-a-universal-language/9060160/","projectTitle":"Poetry Is a Universal Language!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sarita","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4546638_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756262695024","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4546638"},{"teacherId":8342961,"projectId":9021582,"letterContent":"We are writing to express our sincere gratitude for your generous donation to our therapy room seating. These chairs have significantly enhanced the quality of our students' sessions.\r\n\r\nImproved posture and positioning for speech and occupational therapy have been achieved, eliminating the need for frequent chair rearrangements. This has provided a more efficient and comfortable environment for our students.\r\n\r\nThe provision of individual chairs has fostered a sense of inclusivity and support, contributing to a more unified and supportive atmosphere in the therapy room. This has facilitated seamless transitions between classes and therapy sessions, maximizing the effectiveness of our therapy time.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and generosity have made a profound impact on our students' well-being and learning experience. We are deeply appreciative of your support.\r\nWith gratitude, Ms Pantaleo","fullyFundedDate":1736199553410,"projectUrl":"project/therapy-room-chairs-for-occupational-and/9021582/","projectTitle":"Therapy Room Chairs for Occupational and Speech Therapy, Exceptional Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Haase","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8342961"},{"teacherId":2642438,"projectId":8771801,"letterContent":"We greatly appreciate all of your generosity and support. We use our new resources every day. My students come in to my classroom every day and now, they have the opportunity to choose between different seating that is most comfortable to them. It make them so excited to have the option. This allows for students to be better focused and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nMy students were literally jumping up and down when they saw our new math games. We use these math games to help us practice the math skills that are being taught within their math group. My students love to use these games. It not only reinforces what is taught but it helps them to collaborate and work with others. \r\n\r\nAgain, We are so appreciative of your support!","fullyFundedDate":1726604440553,"projectUrl":"project/math-fun-and-comfort/8771801/","projectTitle":"Math Fun and Comfort","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mills","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2642438_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y247&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699035159118","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-mills"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_22279","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":380,"numTeachers":33,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":20,"percentWhite":14,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":51,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"11.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"UNCLASSIFIED","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":79.3,"schoolId":22279,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Balmville Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Balmville Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/newburgh-enlarged-city-sd/balmville-elementary-school/22279"}