{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Gidney Avenue Memorial School","outOfStateSupporters":40.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9252691,"projectId":10024925,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our classroom. Your kindness has truly made a difference for our students, especially during indoor recess. Because of your support, our classroom now has engaging materials that allow students to be interactive, creative, and collaborative with their peers.\r\n\r\nThe LEGOs and magnetic building blocks have quickly become class favorites. Students love working together to design, build, and imagine new creations. These materials encourage teamwork, problem-solving, and creativity while giving students a fun and meaningful way to spend their time indoors.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your generosity and for helping create such a positive and inspiring environment for our class. Thank you for supporting our students!","fullyFundedDate":1771074083249,"projectUrl":"project/interactive-indoor-recess/10024925/","projectTitle":"Interactive Indoor Recess","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mills","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9252691_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693674786210","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9252691"},{"teacherId":5214807,"projectId":10135824,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our *Igniting Compassion Through Literacy* project! Because of your generosity, our students now have access to Yoto Player cards filled with engaging and meaningful stories. Listening to these stories helps strengthen their literacy skills while also encouraging them to see the world through the eyes of others. These powerful storytelling experiences spark thoughtful conversations about kindness, empathy, and helping those around us. Your support is helping create a classroom where reading inspires compassion and connection. We are so grateful for your kindness and for investing in our students' learning and growth. Thank you for making a difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1772950872956,"projectUrl":"project/igniting-passion-with-yoto-playing-cards/10135824/","projectTitle":"Igniting Passion with Yoto Playing Cards, Part 2!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gross","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5214807_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1550374957253","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-ngross"},{"teacherId":9902021,"projectId":10050931,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Sun Safety and Hydration for Every Student project! When my students first saw the new water bottles, hats, and sunglasses, they were so excited. Many immediately couldn't wait to use them during recess and outdoor learning time. It was wonderful to see their enthusiasm and to know they now have the resources they need to stay safe and comfortable while learning and playing outside.\r\n\r\nWe use these items every day. Students bring their reusable water bottles to recess, physical education, and outdoor activities so they can stay hydrated and energized throughout the day. The hats, visors, and sunglasses help protect them from the sun while they enjoy time outside together. These simple but essential resources have made a big difference by helping students focus on learning and having fun rather than worrying about the heat or sun exposure.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students are able to participate fully in outdoor learning experiences that support teamwork, movement, and exploration. We will continue using these resources during recess, outdoor reading time, and group activities throughout the year. Your support has helped create a healthier, more comfortable environment where my students can learn, play, and grow with confidence. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1769282938498,"projectUrl":"project/sun-safety-and-hydration-for-every-stude/10050931/","projectTitle":"Sun Safety and Hydration for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jenieve DeBonis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9902021_orig.jpg?crop=145,145,x0,y4&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767203326148","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9902021"},{"teacherId":9787833,"projectId":9457277,"letterContent":"Many of our donors love books, but may not know how reading is taught today. The new texts you provided allow my AIS Reading scholars to practice essential early literacy skills through structured, engaging experiences. Our decodable books support the Science of Reading approach, helping scholars to apply phonics skills such as blending sounds, recognizing spelling patterns, and building confidence as they decode unfamiliar words. The Creepy Carrots, Creepy Crayon, and Creepy Underwear books add a wonderful element of humor and suspense while we practice comprehension skills like predicting, retelling, and identifying character feelings.\r\nReading in my AIS classroom is very interactive. Scholars work with Elkonin sound boxes to break words into individual sounds, use dry erase boards to practice spelling patterns, and highlight parts of words as they learn prefixes, suffixes, and vowel teams. We also read together in small groups, practice decoding with partners, and celebrate when a tricky word suddenly \"clicks.\" The new materials have made our reading time feel like a combination of learning and discovery.\r\nSeveral of my students who once felt hesitant about reading are now especially excited when we open our new books. The humor in the Creepy series makes them laugh while they practice important skills, and the decodable books allow them to experience the pride of reading words independently. Even the small tools—like the sound boards, markers, and word games—have helped turn reading practice into something active and fun. It has been incredibly meaningful to watch their skills and confidence grow.\r\nThank you for helping create an environment for my AIS Reading scholars where they feel supported, capable, and excited to learn. Your generosity truly makes a difference in their reading journey.","fullyFundedDate":1762729752724,"projectUrl":"project/reading-scholars/9457277/","projectTitle":"Reading Scholars","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Blanchard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9787833_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752191156254","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9787833"},{"teacherId":5248906,"projectId":10075889,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredible generosity in supporting our project with books and blankets. Because of your kindness, our students now have a warm and welcoming space where they can read, relax, and connect with meaningful stories.\r\n\r\nThe blankets and books have helped us create a cozy reading environment where students feel safe, comfortable, and excited to explore new ideas. Many of my students do not always have quiet or comfortable spaces to read, so having these materials in our classroom has made reading feel special and accessible to everyone.\r\n\r\nThrough the stories they read together, students are learning about kindness, empathy, and understanding others' experiences. These conversations have helped them think about how their words and actions can make a difference in someone else's life. It has been wonderful to watch students wrap up in a blanket with a book and become completely immersed in a story.\r\n\r\nYour support has done more than provide materials—it has helped create moments of calm, connection, and compassion in our classroom community. Because of you, students are building stronger reading habits while also learning how to care for and support one another.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and helping make our classroom a place filled with warmth, learning, and kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1772202962898,"projectUrl":"project/listening-with-kindness-sharing-stories/10075889/","projectTitle":"Listening with Kindness: Sharing Stories That Support Our School Community!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bulson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5248906_orig.jpg?crop=271,271,x271,y289&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1620152062310","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5248906"},{"teacherId":5214807,"projectId":10119569,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has been able to introduce the Yoto Player as a powerful tool for learning and compassion. Your support has created opportunities for students not only to grow as readers and listeners, but also to better understand the feelings and experiences of others.\r\n\r\nThrough listening to meaningful stories on the Yoto Player, my students are learning to see the world through different perspectives. As they hear characters face challenges, show kindness, and support one another, students are beginning to recognize emotions, discuss fairness, and think about how their own actions can impact others. These shared listening moments have sparked thoughtful conversations about empathy, kindness, and helping people who may be struggling.\r\n\r\nThe Yoto Player has also helped my students practice compassion in action. After listening to stories, students talk about ways they can help others in our classroom and community. Whether it is including a classmate who feels left out, offering kind words, or thinking about ways to support people who need extra care, these discussions are helping students turn empathy into meaningful action.\r\n\r\nOne of the most beautiful outcomes has been seeing students slow down and truly listen—to stories and to each other. The Yoto Player has created a calm, welcoming space where students can reflect, share ideas, and build a stronger sense of community.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is growing not only stronger in literacy, but stronger in kindness, empathy, and compassion. Thank you for believing in our students and helping them learn how to make the world a more caring place.","fullyFundedDate":1772713557759,"projectUrl":"project/igniting-compassion-with-a-yoto-player/10119569/","projectTitle":"Igniting compassion with a Yoto Player","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gross","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5214807_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1550374957253","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-ngross"},{"teacherId":5214807,"projectId":10114624,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our classroom library filled with inspiring books by Peter H. Reynolds. Because of you, my students now have access to stories that nurture creativity, confidence, and compassion.\r\n\r\nBooks like \"I am Courage\" and \"Who I Am\" encourage our students to believe in themselves, embrace their unique voices, and treat others with kindness. These stories spark meaningful conversations about empathy, perseverance, and the power of small actions to make a big difference. Through these lessons, students are learning that their words and choices matter—not just in our classroom, but in our entire school community.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has done more than provide books; it has helped us build a culture of compassion. Each time a student encourages a classmate, takes a creative risk, or chooses to \"make their mark,\" your generosity is at work.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students' hearts as well as their minds. Your support is helping shape thoughtful, caring leaders for tomorrow.","fullyFundedDate":1772139602857,"projectUrl":"project/creating-compassionate-changemakers-thro/10114624/","projectTitle":"Creating Compassionate Changemakers Through Story","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gross","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5214807_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1550374957253","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-ngross"},{"teacherId":9902021,"projectId":9975990,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my third graders have been fully engaged in reading the February 16th edition of Scholastic News! These high-interest nonfiction articles have given my students meaningful opportunities to strengthen critical reading skills in an exciting and accessible way.\r\n\r\nUsing this issue, we worked on identifying the main idea and key details, analyzing text features like headings, captions, and maps, and using text evidence to support our answers—an important third-grade NYS standard. Students practiced close reading by highlighting important information and discussing how different text features helped them better understand the topic.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is interactive and thoughtful. Students annotate directly on their articles, turn and talk with partners, and participate in group discussions where they explain their thinking. The manageable length and engaging visuals in this issue helped even my more reluctant readers feel confident and successful.\r\n\r\nOne student who often feels overwhelmed by longer texts was excited to share facts from this edition during our discussion. Another student eagerly connected the topic to something they had seen in the news at home. These moments show how powerful it is when students can access real-world, grade-level texts.\r\n\r\nYour support didn't just provide reading material—it helped build confidence, curiosity, and critical thinking skills in my classroom. Thank you for making this possible for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1767629103464,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-the-world-to-my-third-graders-t/9975990/","projectTitle":"Bringing the World to My Third Graders Through Scholastic News","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jenieve DeBonis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9902021_orig.jpg?crop=145,145,x0,y4&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767203326148","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9902021"},{"teacherId":5214807,"projectId":10089390,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Because of you, my students now have math stacking blocks that are already making a huge difference in how they learn.\r\n\r\nThese hands-on blocks help students visualize numbers, explore patterns, and build a strong understanding of math concepts through play and exploration. I've seen students become more confident as they stack, compare, count, and problem-solve together. For many of them, being able to touch and build their learning has made math feel less intimidating and much more fun.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has brought excitement, engagement, and meaningful learning into our classroom. Thank you for believing in my students and investing in their growth. We are truly grateful for your support and generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1771337961876,"projectUrl":"project/stacking-skills-for-teamwork-and-future/10089390/","projectTitle":"Stacking Skills for Teamwork and Future Success, the Final!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gross","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5214807_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1550374957253","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-ngross"},{"teacherId":5214807,"projectId":10089386,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Because of you, my students now have math stacking blocks that are already making a huge difference in how they learn.\r\n\r\nThese hands-on blocks help students visualize numbers, explore patterns, and build a strong understanding of math concepts through play and exploration. I've seen students become more confident as they stack, compare, count, and problem-solve together. For many of them, being able to touch and build their learning has made math feel less intimidating and much more fun.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has brought excitement, engagement, and meaningful learning into our classroom. Thank you for believing in my students and investing in their growth. We are truly grateful for your support and generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1771338088224,"projectUrl":"project/stacking-skills-for-teamwork-and-future/10089386/","projectTitle":"Stacking Skills for Teamwork and Future Success! #2","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gross","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5214807_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1550374957253","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-ngross"},{"teacherId":10335757,"projectId":9864601,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our new bookshelf has quickly become one of the most meaningful spaces in our third grade classroom.\r\n\r\nOur students use the bookshelf every single day and the simple act of having books beautifully displayed and within reach has made a powerful difference. Students are more excited to select books, more willing to try new genres, and more confident when making reading choices. The bookshelf has helped us create a true reading community!\r\n\r\nMost importantly, the bookshelf has increased engagement. Even some of the struggling readers are spending more time exploring books because the display makes titles visible, accessible, and inviting. What may seem like a simple piece of furniture has truly transformed how students interact with books in our classroom.\r\n\r\nYour donation has helped foster a love of reading, supported student choice, and made our classroom feel even more like a welcoming learning space. Thank you for investing in our third graders and in their literacy journey. Your support is making a lasting impact.","fullyFundedDate":1769191975183,"projectUrl":"project/where-stories-stand-tall/9864601/","projectTitle":"Where Stories Stand Tall","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Holzapple","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10335757_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769723150417","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10335757"},{"teacherId":6318036,"projectId":10068327,"letterContent":"Thank you for your commitment to empowering youth to serve and improve their communities through The Allstate Foundation's Classroom Service Grants and the Service Stars initiative. We are deeply grateful for this opportunity and the generous $500 donation that supports meaningful, student-led service beyond the classroom.\r\nThrough the Service Stars missions, our students are inspired to take action, show empathy, and make a real difference in their school and community. This support helps transform learning into service, allowing students to see themselves as leaders, helpers, and changemakers.\r\nYour partnership with TIME for Kids brings purpose and relevance to community service, helping students connect classroom learning with real-world impact. Because of your investment, our students are not only learning about kindness and responsibility—they are actively living it.\r\nThank you for believing in the power of young people and for providing educators with the tools to help students serve with heart and intention. 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