{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Eugenio Maria De Hostos School","outOfStateSupporters":26.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6494670,"projectId":9352930,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation for my classroom. Our new classroom carpet has truly transformed our first-grade learning environment into a warm and welcoming space for our students. The soft, colorful design provides each child with a comfortable place to sit during lessons, group activities, and story time. It helps define personal space while still encouraging collaboration, allowing students to focus more easily and engage more fully in discussions and shared learning experiences.\r\n\r\nBeyond comfort, the carpet has fostered a stronger sense of community in our classroom. Students gather together more eagerly for morning meetings and reading circles, and the calm, cozy atmosphere helps reduce distractions and restlessness. This simple addition has made a noticeable difference in creating a nurturing environment where our first graders feel safe, relaxed, and ready to learn each day.","fullyFundedDate":1755743937976,"projectUrl":"project/a-comfortable-learning-environment-in-th/9352930/","projectTitle":"A Comfortable Learning Environment in the Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Santolo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6494670_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1706206417686","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-masick-chromebooks"},{"teacherId":5985364,"projectId":9383734,"letterContent":"Nothing says \"brotherhood\" like the young men of today reading \"The Outsiders\" together. When our boys get to see what real brotherhood is like through the positive examples of the characters in this story, they begin to see alternatives to dealing with the many hardships life will throw at them. When the Curtis brothers finally embrace one another, both literally and figuratively, it's a transformative moment not only for the characters, but for our young male readers. So, I thank you for donating this wonderful book. \r\n\r\nStay Gold.","fullyFundedDate":1753410574237,"projectUrl":"project/give-my-students-the-outsiderslet-them/9383734/","projectTitle":"Give My Students The Outsiders—Let Them Stay Gold","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Mezzancello","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5985364_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726526800665","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5985364"},{"teacherId":3650774,"projectId":9298945,"letterContent":"Words cannot express how thankful I am for your generous donations toward our new classroom rug. From the moment it arrived, it instantly brightened up our classroom with its cheerful colors and welcoming design. It has truly transformed the space into a warm, inviting, and happy environment for my students.\r\n\r\nWhat makes this rug so special is not only how beautiful it looks, but also how functional it is. Every single one of my students fits comfortably on it, which means they no longer have to squeeze together or sit on top of one another. Having that extra space has created a sense of comfort and belonging for them, and it allows us to gather as a true classroom community.\r\n\r\nThis rug has quickly become the heart of our classroom. It's where we come together for morning meetings, where students practice foundational skills, and where we share meaningful moments during read-alouds. It's also a place of collaboration, where children learn how to listen to one another, build friendships, and grow both academically and socially.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness and generosity, my students now have a special spot that will support their learning every single day. I am deeply grateful for your support, as it not only helps provide resources but also shows my students that there are people who truly care about their education.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for making such a lasting difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1746498103819,"projectUrl":"project/clean-rug-happy-class/9298945/","projectTitle":"\"Clean Rug, Happy Class!\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ficarrotta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3650774_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722146161881","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3650774"},{"teacherId":7573940,"projectId":9313214,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your thoughtful donation for our new books highlighting the achievements of women in science. Your generosity is helping us provide students with inspiring role models and broaden their understanding of the vital contributions women have made—and continue to make—in STEM fields.\r\n\r\nThese books are more than just reading material; they are powerful tools for learning, empowerment, and sparking curiosity. \r\n\r\nThrough these stories, our students can see themselves reflected in the pages, envision new possibilities, and be encouraged to pursue their own scientific interests.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your support in helping us build a more inclusive and inspiring learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1751918101121,"projectUrl":"project/women-in-science/9313214/","projectTitle":"Women in SCIENCE!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marinato","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7573940_orig.jpg?crop=1948,1948,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1601078991367","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/marinato"},{"teacherId":7573940,"projectId":9312478,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students and staff, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous donation of paper supplies. Your support means more than you may realize.\r\n\r\nThanks to your contribution, our students now have the materials they need to bring their ideas to life through hands-on projects. Whether it's creating posters, designing models, or completing visual presentations, the paper you provided plays a vital role in encouraging creativity, critical thinking, and learning by doing.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is making a direct and meaningful impact on their education. We are truly grateful for your commitment to helping our students succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1752671649244,"projectUrl":"project/paper-model-learning/9312478/","projectTitle":"Paper Model Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marinato","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7573940_orig.jpg?crop=1948,1948,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1601078991367","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/marinato"},{"teacherId":7573940,"projectId":9317213,"letterContent":"We are sincerely grateful for your generous donation of basic hygiene products for our middle school students. Your kindness is helping to meet a very real and often overlooked need within our school community. \r\n\r\nAccess to hygiene essentials like deodorant plays a vital role in students' health, self-confidence, and overall well-being. Thanks to your support, our students can focus more on learning and less on the challenges that can come from a lack of access to these basic necessities.\r\n\r\nYour generosity sends a powerful message of care and dignity to our students. Thank you for making a meaningful difference in their lives.","fullyFundedDate":1746787032216,"projectUrl":"project/basic-hygiene-needs/9317213/","projectTitle":"Basic Hygiene Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marinato","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7573940_orig.jpg?crop=1948,1948,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1601078991367","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/marinato"},{"teacherId":9580501,"projectId":8476637,"letterContent":"I want to thank you for your generous donation. It means a lot to me and my students. My students were very excited to use the flexible seating. I use it in my writing center where they write for different purposes. 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Your kindness has brought laughter, learning, and connection into their lives—and that's a gift beyond measure.\r\n\r\nThese games do more than entertain. They build skills, spark imagination, and create joyful memories for children who need them most. Thanks to you for making their days a little brighter and a little lighter.","fullyFundedDate":1746214317322,"projectUrl":"project/old-fashioned-fun-and-learning/9027589/","projectTitle":"Old Fashioned Fun and Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marinato","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7573940_orig.jpg?crop=1948,1948,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1601078991367","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/marinato"},{"teacherId":7573940,"projectId":9026528,"letterContent":"On behalf of our middle school students and myself, I want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your generous support. Your contribution is not only deeply appreciated—it is vital to the work we do in class.\r\n\r\nThanks to donors like you, we are able to imagine, create, and see our work come to life. Being able to create our own manipulatives and projects helps students learn and be proud of themselves. Your kindness is helping to create real change and bring hope to those who need it most.\r\n\r\nWe're truly grateful to have you as part of our community. Thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1740067571821,"projectUrl":"project/visual-printable-manipulatives/9026528/","projectTitle":"Visual & Printable Manipulatives","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marinato","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7573940_orig.jpg?crop=1948,1948,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1601078991367","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/marinato"},{"teacherId":5985364,"projectId":8791476,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of my Donors Choose project. The abundance of chart paper that has truly elevated our classroom learning experience. \r\n\r\nWith nearly 120 students across multiple classes, a large supply of chart paper allowed each class to engage in daily sentence construction activities. \r\n\r\nThis helped students engage more deeply with the mechanics of writing, and gave us the ability to display works in progress throughout the classroom, which became a gallery of evolving thought.","fullyFundedDate":1733339466354,"projectUrl":"project/empower-our-students-through-english-lan/8791476/","projectTitle":"Empower Our Students Through English Language Arts","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Mezzancello","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5985364_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726526800665","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5985364"},{"teacherId":7573940,"projectId":8924042,"letterContent":"I would like to express our heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation. Your support makes a tremendous difference in helping us provide sensory seating to our students. It is because of thoughtful contributions like yours that we are able to continue our work and create a positive impact in the community.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and generosity are truly appreciated, and we are deeply grateful for your commitment to our cause. Rest assured that your donation will be used to further our mission and bring about meaningful change. Once again, thank you for your incredible support—it means the world to us.","fullyFundedDate":1735598077746,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-seating/8924042/","projectTitle":"Sensory Seating!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marinato","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7573940_orig.jpg?crop=1948,1948,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1601078991367","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/marinato"},{"teacherId":3650774,"projectId":8909921,"letterContent":"My students walked into our classroom this morning after winter break to find a brand-new, big, and beautiful rug. Their faces lit up with excitement, and I heard so many \"Wows! Is this ours?\" It instantly made our classroom feel brighter and more welcoming. Some students were so eager that they ran right over and sat on it—backpacks and coats still on!\r\n\r\nIt is such a gift to have a rug that fits all of my students, giving them their own space to sit comfortably during read-alouds and lessons. For the first time, they had enough room to move around without bumping into the kid next to them, which was a drastic improvement from before. The difference was clear—fewer interruptions, fewer distractions, and a much smoother learning experience for everyone.\r\n\r\nI am beyond grateful for your generosity and for choosing my class to support. It is truly heartwarming to know that there are such kind and generous people out there willing to help teachers and students. 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