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Ms. Otero's Classroom

  • PS 65 Mother Hale Academy
  • Bronx, NY
  • Nearly all students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

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Bridging the Gap Between Parents And Children

Help me give my students the opportunity to have a fun time with the family without electronics.
Ms. Otero
PS 65 Mother Hale Academy•
Bronx, NY
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Lets Open the Imagination Box With Paint and Construction Paper!

Help me give my students the neccesary tools so they can achieve greatness with their education.
Ms. Otero
PS 65 Mother Hale Academy•
Bronx, NY
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  • Rain, Rain Go Away I would Like A Raincoat Today!!!

    Funded Jan 23, 2025

    I want to say the rain coats and hats and gloves really come in handy. Most of all children loose a glove or hat so this helps with a child's needs. I am so happy because we have come to a time when the weather is so unpredictable and we have beautiful sun shiny days then we are back to the rain so my babies have umbrellas and rain coats to keep them dry as they are walking to and from school. If you could just picture them when they come in to class with their umbrellas so proud because it belongs to them. I thank you so much for all your support.”

    With gratitude,

    Ms. Otero

    This classroom project was brought to life by A New York City Parent and 3 other donors.

  • Pre-K Mats for a Wonderful Pre-K Class!

    Funded Mar 24, 2025

    Thank you so much for believing in my objectives for my babies. Having brand new mats means a healthier and cleaner class. We try to keep the mats clean however wear and tare through the years so I appreciate that you believe in what I am trying to accomplish. Thank you so much”

    With gratitude,

    Ms. Otero

    This classroom project was brought to life by LOFT.

  • Celebrate the Holidays Pre-K Style!

    Funded Mar 24, 2025

    How special I am feeling to know that you believe in my babies and me thank you so much for all the support you have given to me. This will put a big smile on their little faces. That brings much joy in my heart. Thank you once again. Please continue to support”

    With gratitude,

    Ms. Otero

    This classroom project was brought to life by LOFT.

  • Pajamas, Socks, Ohhhh My !!!!

    Funded Mar 24, 2025

    Thank you never seems to be enough. I appreciate you for believing in my ideas for my children. This will be good for my babies fresh new clean pajamas. I love it there is nothing like going to bed bathed and clean pajamas hopefully they wake up with happiness in their hearts .”

    With gratitude,

    Ms. Otero

    This classroom project was brought to life by LOFT and 2 other donors.

  • A Tissue a Day Will Keep The Germs Away

    Funded Mar 24, 2025

    I want you to know that I appreciate all that you do for my babies. We can sure use tissue zip lock storage baggies this helps with teaching them to take care of their supplies. Thank you for believing in me. I can not stop being amazed on the support that we have been given. Thank you once again”

    With gratitude,

    Ms. Otero

    This classroom project was brought to life by LOFT.

  • Feeling Great By Doing Good Pre-K Style !!!

    Funded Jan 29, 2025

    I want to express my gratitude. I want my children to realize it is good to do good. We start our small and maybe they will continue to do well. I thank you for believing in my ideas to teach my children that they can also have a good feeling in doing something for others. Thank you”

    With gratitude,

    Ms. Otero

    This classroom project was brought to life by A New York City Parent and 5 other donors.

  • Let's Celebrate All Cultures

    Funded Nov 19, 2024

    I believe if we learn about all cultures we open a brand new and welcoming world to our children. In this world we need to learn about different cultures, custom and foods. We can make it fun for example we can read about Cinco de Mayo and learn about the foods. What about China or Spain. This is something we need to learn about so our children may grow up with empathy and no bias. I hope we can learn to grow together and hope you continue to support and believe in my ideas. It takes a village to care for my babies. Thank you for taking care of us.”

    With gratitude,

    Ms. Otero

  • A Full Stomach = A Happy Child

    Funded Dec 21, 2024

    I don't know if you realize how much I appreciate your support and donations. I have students who come in the morning and miss the school breakfast and when they come in to class hungry guess what we have cereal and juice for them. It's not their fault they come in late and maybe hungry. If they don't get something in their tummy's they will not have the energy to learn. We also provide for other children in the school when we can.

    The weekend baggies go very well with my babies they remind me Thursday to make sure I pack it up for the weekend. See you provide for many thank you so very much and I can only hope you continue to provide and support us.”

    With gratitude,

    Ms. Otero

Every year our school has a moving up ceremony for our Pre-K students and families. Each year we have been blessed to have the finances to cover for all materials. However, this year has been a struggle and unfortunately we do not have the resources that we need to celebrate. Our Moving Up Barbecue event this is our last family engagement which has proven through the years to be successful event. This golden opportunity helps bring families together. We provide food (sandwich, burgers) snacks (snack box consist of potato chips, cookies granola bars and drinks.) Most of my families live in temporary housing and they look forward to these events as well as connecting with the teachers, administration and other families in similar situations. This maybe their only outlet the barbecue breaks away walls that parents put up in order not to allow anyone close. However listening to music playing with the children and eating Good food always provides happiness. I believe strongly that while breaking bread ( no matter what type) brings togetherness, conversation and great company. With our barbecue we bring parents and their children together. No T.V. games or phones just food and play time. Quality time spent with each other. A memory that will last forever. Priceless!!!!!!

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Every year our school has a moving up ceremony for our Pre-K students and families. Each year we have been blessed to have the finances to cover for all materials. However, this year has been a struggle and unfortunately we do not have the resources that we need to celebrate. Our Moving Up Barbecue event this is our last family engagement which has proven through the years to be successful event. This golden opportunity helps bring families together. We provide food (sandwich, burgers) snacks (snack box consist of potato chips, cookies granola bars and drinks.) Most of my families live in temporary housing and they look forward to these events as well as connecting with the teachers, administration and other families in similar situations. This maybe their only outlet the barbecue breaks away walls that parents put up in order not to allow anyone close. However listening to music playing with the children and eating Good food always provides happiness. I believe strongly that while breaking bread ( no matter what type) brings togetherness, conversation and great company. With our barbecue we bring parents and their children together. No T.V. games or phones just food and play time. Quality time spent with each other. A memory that will last forever. Priceless!!!!!!

About my class

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