{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"IS 77 Joseph F Quinn School","outOfStateSupporters":42.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2161165,"projectId":10136519,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing an iPad that has become an essential learning tool for my students. Your gift has opened new opportunities for engagement, creativity, collaboration, and individualized instruction, making a meaningful difference in our classroom every single day.\r\nDuring math lessons, students use interactive apps to practice skills at their own pace, receive immediate feedback, and strengthen concepts that we are learning in class. It allows me to differentiate instruction so students who need additional support can review lessons with visual models and guided practice, while students who are ready for enrichment can tackle more challenging activities. The iPad has also become a valuable tool for small-group instruction, allowing me to work closely with students while others remain actively engaged in meaningful, independent learning. Beyond math, students use the iPad to research topics, create digital presentations, solve real-world problems, and collaborate on projects that build critical thinking and communication skills.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting aspects of the iPad for my students is the opportunity to learn in an interactive way. They love being able to manipulate virtual math tools, watch instructional videos, create digital projects, and demonstrate their understanding using photos, drawings, and recordings. The excitement is visible every time the iPad comes out because students know they will have an opportunity to explore learning in a hands-on, engaging way.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have especially benefited from having access to this technology. Some of my struggling learners have gained confidence because they can work through concepts at their own pace with built-in supports such as visual models, interactive practice, and step-by-step guidance. Students who are English language learners benefit from visual resources and language supports that make challenging concepts more accessible.","fullyFundedDate":1777919081069,"projectUrl":"project/ipad-in-action-transforming-math-and-sc/10136519/","projectTitle":"iPad in Action: Transforming Math and Science Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nolen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2161165_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1540132891358","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nolen77"},{"teacherId":9330600,"projectId":10131152,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, these snacks helped fuel students participating in our debate, boxing, film, and after-school math programs. After completing a full school day, students were always excited and grateful to see refreshments waiting for them. Having something to eat gave them the energy they needed to stay focused, participate fully, and make the most of our time together.\r\n\r\nThe snacks supported our debate students as they researched arguments, practiced public speaking, and prepared for competitions. They helped our boxing students maintain their energy while developing discipline, endurance, and new athletic skills. In film club, students enjoyed refreshments while learning to operate equipment, plan interviews, and record important school events for our video yearbook. During after-school math, students worked in small groups, practiced challenging skills, and received additional support to strengthen their confidence and understanding.\r\n\r\nOne of the most meaningful parts of this project was seeing students settle in after receiving a snack and become ready to work. Instead of being distracted by hunger after a long day, they could focus on learning, collaborating, and developing their talents.\r\n\r\n Thank you for helping us create enriching after-school experiences where students feel supported, motivated, and ready to succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1778033313422,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-to-fuel-learning-after-school/10131152/","projectTitle":"Snacks to Fuel Learning After School","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. C","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9330600_orig.jpg?crop=529,529,x24,y550&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698083015108","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9330600"},{"teacherId":9277244,"projectId":10054246,"letterContent":"The Brother inkjet printer and toner will have a meaningful impact on my classroom by ensuring that students always have access to high-quality printed learning materials. Many of my students benefit from having printed notes, practice problems, graphic organizers, and reference sheets that they can use during class and take home for additional support. Reliable printing allows me to quickly prepare differentiated materials that meet the diverse needs of my learners, helping them stay engaged and focused on mastering important concepts rather than struggling to copy information from the board.\r\n\r\nThe erasable whiteboards will transform group work by creating more opportunities for collaboration, discussion, and active participation. Students can work together to solve problems, share ideas, and explain their thinking in a low-pressure environment where mistakes can be easily corrected. These reusable tools encourage every student to contribute, increase engagement during lessons, and make learning more interactive. By supporting teamwork and mathematical discourse, the whiteboards will help build confidence while strengthening students' critical thinking and communication skills.","fullyFundedDate":1779413017724,"projectUrl":"project/practice-makes-progress-for-our-english/10054246/","projectTitle":"Practice Makes Progress for Our English Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Chen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9277244_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x180,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705006198304","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9277244"},{"teacherId":8244810,"projectId":10255565,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our students through the donation of snacks for our afterschool programs and for students who may feel hungry during the school day. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in the lives of our students.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, students were able to stay focused, engaged, and energized throughout the day and during afterschool activities. Having access to snacks helped create a more comfortable and supportive learning environment where students could concentrate on learning instead of worrying about hunger.\r\n\r\nThe materials and support provided allowed us to better meet our students' basic needs so they could participate more successfully in classroom lessons, group activities, and enrichment opportunities after school. It also helped strengthen our sense of community and showed students that there are people who truly care about their well-being and success.\r\n\r\nWe are especially grateful for the support from Michael Jordan & Jordan Brand. Their generosity helped provide resources that positively impacted our students both academically and emotionally. Your contributions reminded our students that they are valued, supported, and capable of achieving great things.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and for investing in our students' future.","fullyFundedDate":1777919080799,"projectUrl":"project/keep-us-energized/10255565/","projectTitle":"Keep Us Energized","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jabar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8244810_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723640550015","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8244810"},{"teacherId":7099555,"projectId":10196952,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much. With faster processing speeds and updated software capabilities, I am able to seamlessly integrate multimedia resources such as videos, presentations, and interactive applications into daily instruction. This helps make lessons more dynamic and accessible, particularly for students with different learning styles.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, this new device support more effective organization and communication. I regularly use digital platforms for lesson planning, grading, and providing feedback. A dependable laptop ensures that I can manage these responsibilities efficiently while maintaining timely communication with students and families.\r\n\r\nIncorporating technology into the classroom also prepares students with essential digital literacy skills. With a modern device, I can model effective technology use, guide students in research and collaboration, and introduce tools that foster creativity and critical thinking.\r\n\r\nFinally, reliability is crucial in a classroom setting. Technical disruptions can interrupt learning and reduce valuable learning time. Thank you so much for the mac book.","fullyFundedDate":1777919069294,"projectUrl":"project/new-macbook/10196952/","projectTitle":"New MacBook","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Marsiglia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7099555"},{"teacherId":7099555,"projectId":10168413,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for the donations. My students are wonderful and hardworking. They deserve the treats and supplies. They don't have much and so these extras from you are so needed and important. My students get so excited when we get a package from Donors choose. Thanks.\r\n\r\nThey love the notebooks, folders, treats and books. They are hard working lovely students who need these supplies. The kids don't need to worry about resources, they need to focus on learning.\r\n\r\nIt is wonderful to open gifts. Thank you so much.","fullyFundedDate":1776193818226,"projectUrl":"project/new-supplies/10168413/","projectTitle":"New Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Marsiglia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7099555"},{"teacherId":2161165,"projectId":10142215,"letterContent":"When the boxes first arrived, the classroom energy was electric. As soon as I pulled the kits out, there was an immediate chorus of \"Whoa!\" and \"Are we actually using these?\" Many students were surprised that \"toys\" could have high-tech hubs and motors. They didn't just see plastic bricks; they saw possibilities. Within minutes, they were instinctively sorting pieces and brainstorming designs, proving that LEGOs have a unique way of making every student feel like an expert builder from day one.\r\nI am working on getting more of these kits to keep us going until June. This is one activity that I don't mind them having fun with.","fullyFundedDate":1776104372238,"projectUrl":"project/building-thinkers-hands-on-stem-with-le/10142215/","projectTitle":"Building Thinkers: Hands-On STEM with LEGO","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nolen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2161165_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1540132891358","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nolen77"},{"teacherId":369462,"projectId":8893970,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom through this project. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference for my middle school students.\r\n\r\nThe classroom incentives you helped provide have become a powerful tool for motivation, especially in reading. My students are excited to work toward their goals, and they take great pride in reaching new reading levels. Having a variety of rewards to choose from makes the experience even more engaging—they truly love the assortment and look forward to earning them.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, these incentives also help us celebrate important moments. On their birthdays, students get to choose a special item, and it brings so much joy and excitement to their day. These small moments help build a positive classroom environment where students feel recognized and valued.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped create a space where students are motivated, celebrated, and encouraged to grow. Thank you for making that possible.","fullyFundedDate":1730319969559,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-incentives/8893970/","projectTitle":"Classroom Incentives!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. P.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/369462"},{"teacherId":8244810,"projectId":9847969,"letterContent":"My students and I are grateful for the snacks provided through your donations.\r\n\r\nThey were happy to have the snacks available to them . As you might surmise the student population are grateful since funds are not always accessible to them to buy those provided.\r\nOne day when they were all hungry and couldn't wait for their 7th period lunch the cookies and snack bars, were a welcome treat . My afterschool class were also grateful to have these snacks at 4:30 pm while studying for their Biology Regents. \r\n\r\nDonations such as these basic needs help to keep students focused, engaged, and motivated to accomplished their daily tasks.","fullyFundedDate":1771357817976,"projectUrl":"project/keep-us-energized/9847969/","projectTitle":"Keep Us Energized","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jabar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8244810_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723640550015","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8244810"},{"teacherId":9286099,"projectId":9825016,"letterContent":"Our new technology has made a meaningful difference in how my students learn every day. In our classroom, these tools are not just for fun—they help students stay focused, understand lessons more clearly, and actively participate. Many of my students benefit from visual and interactive learning, and the technology allows lessons to come alive through videos, read-aloud supports, and hands-on activities. It also helps differentiate instruction, so each student can work at their own level and pace, building confidence and independence.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for my students is how engaging and interactive the technology is. They love being able to touch, explore, and respond in real time. Simple tasks like answering questions, practicing reading, or solving problems feel more like a game, which increases motivation and reduces frustration. The students are especially excited to use tools that read text aloud, highlight important information, and provide immediate feedback—it makes learning feel accessible and achievable.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who typically struggle to stay engaged have truly come alive with this new technology. For example, one student who often had difficulty focusing during lessons is now eager to participate and complete tasks using the interactive tools. Another student who struggles with reading has gained confidence by using audio supports and visual aids. These moments are powerful, and they are only possible because of your generosity. Your support is helping my students grow, believe in themselves, and experience success in ways that were not possible before.","fullyFundedDate":1771453739896,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-minds-in-comfort/9825016/","projectTitle":"Fueling Minds in Comfort!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Qeraj","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9286099_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705677286657","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9286099"},{"teacherId":7707578,"projectId":9980263,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made a real difference in my classroom. The snacks and drinks you donated chips, healthy bars, water, and Rice Krispies treats have helped create a more supportive environment where students can focus and feel cared for. Many of my students come to school hungry or distracted, and having quick access to a snack or bottle of water has helped them reset and stay engaged in class.\r\n\r\nOne moment that stood out was during an afternoon lesson when several students were losing focus and becoming restless. After a quick snack and water break, they returned to the activity more calm, energized, and ready to participate. It was a simple moment, but it showed how much these resources matter. My students were excited and grateful when they first saw the snack station. They immediately understood that this was something meant to support them, and it helped build a stronger sense of trust and community in our classroom.\r\n\r\nAs we move into more group projects and hands-on learning activities, these resources will continue to play an important role. My goal is to make sure students feel comfortable, supported, and ready to learn each day. Because of your generosity, my students have one less barrier standing in the way of their success. Thank you for helping me create a classroom where students can feel safe, cared for, and ready to do their best.","fullyFundedDate":1775919743078,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-snacks-equals-active-brain/9980263/","projectTitle":"Healthy Snacks Equals Active Brain","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DeMartino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7707578_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705786065146","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7707578"},{"teacherId":7246052,"projectId":10085327,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations and for helping get my project funded. My students love getting snacks and treats after school. The school day is long and the students stay after school for an additional two hours. Having delicious snacks to give them is a blessing. Thank you for helping me provide snacks to my students to help satisfy them until it's time to go home. Thank you for your generous donations and for supporting my classroom. My students and I are very grateful for your generosity.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMs. Dallas","fullyFundedDate":1772550321684,"projectUrl":"project/help-fuel-our-brains-in-after-school/10085327/","projectTitle":"Help Fuel Our Brains in After School","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dallas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7246052_orig.jpg?crop=1039,1039,x0,y225&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1601064610578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/petroula-dallas"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_906","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":481,"numTeachers":76,"percentFrplEligible":86,"percentAsian":4,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":4,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":88,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"6.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":57.4,"schoolId":906,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about IS 77 Joseph F Quinn School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"IS 77 Joseph F Quinn School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/is-77/906"}