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We are currently working on engaging math activities that encourage problem-solving, teamwork, and explaining our thinking.","fullyFundedDate":1790902730169,"projectUrl":"project/crunch-hunger/10641190/","projectTitle":"Crunch Hunger","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ribenbach","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6976882_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x162,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603188524359","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6976882"},{"teacherId":7246052,"projectId":10471289,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your extremely generous donations to my project. I was able to provide each with a highlighter to use during English class. The colored pencils have been a wonderful addition to our classroom essential supplies. We have been using them to create posters to display in the classroom. The incentive charts have been put up and are tracking the students book challenge and used as incentives to gain prizes. 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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.","fullyFundedDate":1788460239560,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-treats-for-motivation/10538498/","projectTitle":"Sweet Treats for Motivation","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"},{"teacherId":7246052,"projectId":10436574,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your generous donation that funded this very important project. Scholastic News has been an amazing resource in my classroom. The students love the magazines and being able to have their own copy. The online resources are so helpful. Being able to provide the students a copy of the magazine in Spanish has had a positive impact on the students work. I was also able to share my account with the other sixth grade teachers so this project is now helping over 150 students. Thank you again for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1786469866071,"projectUrl":"project/scholastic-news-needed-for-ela-class/10436574/","projectTitle":"Scholastic News Needed for ELA Class","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"},{"teacherId":7246052,"projectId":10501760,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your generous donations to help fund my project. Having access to a new iPad has been a game changer. I can't begin to tell you how helpful and crucial this iPad has been since we received it. We have a little area sectioned off that the kids can sign up to use the computer for research and for developing their ideas for their STEM projects. Many students ask to use it during their lunch period and will come up after they eat, just to be able to use the newest technology that has been made available to us by your amazing generosity. We cannot thank you enough.","fullyFundedDate":1788300299519,"projectUrl":"project/new-technology-for-a-new-year/10501760/","projectTitle":"New Technology for a New Year","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"},{"teacherId":369462,"projectId":10656173,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support and for providing our classroom with wonderful new resources, including colorful borders, incentive charts, bookmarks, and exciting classroom incentives! As a 6th-grade ELA teacher, my ultimate goal is to foster an inviting environment where students feel motivated to learn and supported in every step of their academic journey. Thanks to your kindness, our classroom now vibrant, warm, and truly feels like a family where every student belongs.\r\n\r\nThese incredible materials are already making a huge impact on our daily routine. The new borders and incentive charts give our room a lively, welcoming atmosphere that brightens up our learning space the moment students walk through the door. Additionally, having special stickers, toys, and bookmarks readily available allows us to celebrate student progress, acknowledge individual accomplishments, and honor birthdays in a meaningful way. My 6th graders are thrilled to receive these rewards on their special days and to see their growth celebrated on our charts.\r\n\r\nYour generosity does far more than just supply physical items—it builds confidence, encourages positive goal-setting, and inspires a joy for learning in my students. Knowing that caring donors like you believe in their success means the world to them and to me. Thank you for your kindness and for helping us create a positive, engaging classroom community!","fullyFundedDate":1789943127360,"projectUrl":"project/brighten-our-classroom-incentives-birt/10656173/","projectTitle":"Brighten Our Classroom: Incentives, Birthday Posters & Fun Décor!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. P.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/369462"},{"teacherId":2161165,"projectId":10418075,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding our project, \"Bee-Lieve in Our Classroom!\" Your generosity has helped transform our classroom into a bright, welcoming learning environment filled with bee-themed bulletin board borders, cutouts, and decorations that inspire students every day. We recently used the new materials to create a goal-setting bulletin board where students shared their personal and academic goals. The bee-themed display quickly became a classroom favorite, reminding students to \"bee-lieve\" in themselves and their abilities. The colorful decorations have helped create a positive atmosphere where students feel motivated and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nWhen the supplies first arrived, my students were absolutely thrilled. They eagerly examined the bee-themed materials and immediately began suggesting ideas for how we could use them around the room. Many students commented on how cheerful and inviting the classroom felt. Seeing their excitement and pride in their learning space was truly heartwarming. The decorations have helped foster a sense of community and ownership, making our classroom a place where every student feels valued and encouraged.","fullyFundedDate":1788959330538,"projectUrl":"project/bee-lieve-in-our-classroom/10418075/","projectTitle":"Bee-Lieve in Our Classroom!","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":2161165,"projectId":10271467,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our project, \"Lego STEM Kits to Keep Us Busy Thru June.\" Your generosity has brought excitement, creativity, and hands-on learning into our classroom. Since receiving the LEGO STEM kits, my students have been using them during STEM challenges and collaborative building activities that encourage problem-solving, teamwork, and critical thinking. One of our favorite projects was designing and building structures strong enough to support classroom objects while staying within specific design constraints. \r\n\r\nWhen the kits first arrived, the excitement in the room was unforgettable. Students' eyes lit up as they explored the materials, and many could not wait to begin building. The LEGO STEM kits have motivated even some of our most reluctant learners to participate.\r\nThanks to your kindness and support, my students have access to meaningful hands-on experiences that make learning engaging and memorable. We are truly grateful for your investment in our classroom and for helping our students develop skills that will benefit them for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1785990110074,"projectUrl":"project/lego-stem-kits-to-keep-us-busy-thru-june/10271467/","projectTitle":"Lego Stem Kits to Keep Us Busy Thru June","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":9706762,"projectId":10520012,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my \"Snack, Sip & Succeed!\" project! Your generosity will make a real difference in our classroom. Having snacks and water available will help students who may be hungry during the school day stay comfortable, focused, and ready to participate in learning. \r\nThe classroom posters will also help create a bright, welcoming environment while giving students visual reminders of important math concepts and encouraging messages.\r\nMore than just snacks and posters, your donation helps me create a classroom where students feel cared for, supported, and valued. It reminds them that their needs matter and that there are people who believe in their success. Thank you for helping make our classroom a positive place where my students can learn, grow, and succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1788959175003,"projectUrl":"project/snack-sip-succeed/10520012/","projectTitle":"Snack, Sip & Succeed!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hameli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9706762_orig.jpg?crop=655,655,x19,y63&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758505574212","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9706762"},{"teacherId":9282225,"projectId":10192588,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my classroom! My students will be receiving these prizes as rewards for their hard work. This year, students will earn prizes for reading, being prepared for class, and completing assignments on time. When I introduced this system on the first day of school, students were eager to check out books from the library and begin reading right away! Having prizes to look forward to creates a positive classroom environment. It would not have been possible without your support. Thank you for making a difference in my classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1777933760920,"projectUrl":"project/little-prizes-big-smiles/10192588/","projectTitle":"Little Prizes, Big Smiles","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Worden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9282225_orig.jpg?crop=936,936,x235,y419&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694914257773","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9282225"},{"teacherId":7707578,"projectId":10532310,"letterContent":"When the boxes containing our new basketballs and volleyballs first arrived, the excitement in the gymnasium was absolute electric. My students' eyes lit up the second they realized what was inside, and a cheer went up across the gym floor. For a long time, we had been making do with worn-down balls that made practicing proper technique difficult. Seeing brand-new, high-quality sports equipment just for them made my students feel truly valued, supported, and ready to play.\r\n\r\nWe immediately put the new equipment to use in our active physical education units. During our volleyball module, these new balls made an instant difference; because they hold proper air pressure and have a smooth touch, my students were able to practice fundamental serving, setting, and passing drills without the frustration of unpredictable bounces. One specific moment that stood out was watching a typically shy student successfully complete a multi-pass rally with her team. The confidence radiating from her face as her classmates high-fived her after the play was unforgettable, and it was directly made possible by having reliable equipment to practice with.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, our next step is to initiate our intra-class basketball and volleyball tournament. Students are currently dividing into teams to work on communication, sportsmanship, and tactical plays using our new basketballs. Having enough quality balls means every single student stays actively engaged during practice rather than waiting long turns on the sidelines. Thank you so much for bringing this joy, energy, and opportunity into our school—your generosity has transformed our gym classes into a highlight of their school day!","fullyFundedDate":1788959274921,"projectUrl":"project/gear-up-for-greatness/10532310/","projectTitle":"Gear Up for Greatness!","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":10218042,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for helping my vision of English Language Arts this year come to fruition. Having binders to organize their work has been incredibly successful so far. All the students have their own binder which they were able to customize. Having the same size binders keeps our storage area neat. The students like to have a place to keep all their work for the Unit, this way they aren't looking for their papers in their bookbags or folders. Thank you for your support and helping me keep my students orgnanized.","fullyFundedDate":1786988025055,"projectUrl":"project/binders-to-keep-us-organized/10218042/","projectTitle":"Binders to Keep Us Organized","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"}