{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS Intermediate School 109 Glenwood Academy","outOfStateSupporters":37.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7760116,"projectId":10727546,"letterContent":"A black ink cartridge may seem like a small item, but it makes a big difference in my speech therapy classroom\\! With your generous support, I can print speech and language activities, communication visuals, worksheets, picture cards, and other resources that help my students develop essential communication skills\\. These printed materials allow me to create engaging, individualized lessons that meet the unique needs of each student\\. Having access to a reliable supply of ink helps ensure that my students have the tools they need to practice, learn, and grow\\. Your donation will directly support my classroom and help me provide meaningful learning experiences for every student\\. Thank you for investing in my students, supporting their communication journeys, and making a positive impact on their educational success.","fullyFundedDate":1791650517425,"projectUrl":"project/print-learn-grow/10727546/","projectTitle":"Print, Learn, Grow!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Alba","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7760116_orig.jpg?crop=1283,1284,x0,y47&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668466532921","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7760116"},{"teacherId":9284352,"projectId":9344083,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kind and generous donation. My students love the new edition to the classroom. This carpet is a cozy, comfortable place for the students to read, work in groups and for our class to have large group meetings in. This carpet also brings joy to the students because of the composition notebook design. Myself along with my students appreciate your kindness and my students that will be in my room next year and the year after that will also be able to enjoy the comfort of this carpet.","fullyFundedDate":1755746423295,"projectUrl":"project/first-grade-magic-carpet/9344083/","projectTitle":"First Grade Magic Carpet","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Palermo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9284352_orig.jpg?crop=1240,1240,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1697064905116","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9284352"},{"teacherId":9576790,"projectId":10542794,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for you generous contribution to my classroom. We are so grateful to have snacks, especially during these harder economic tmimes. Many of my students come to school on an empty stomach, and their lunch is not until the end of the day. I appreciate that students look forward to eating during my class. \r\n\r\nSometimes, we all need a little pick me up, and students have told me how much they rely on getting snacks from my room during the day. I want to thank you once again for contributing to my project, It is greatly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1789516208150,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-hungry-brains/10542794/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Hungry Brains","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sawyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9576790_orig.jpg?crop=980,980,x0,y212&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724952665726","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9576790"},{"teacherId":9576790,"projectId":10200323,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for you generous contribution to my classroom. We are so grateful to have snacks, especially during the beginning of the school year. Many of my students come to school on an empty stomach, and their lunch is not until the end of the day. I appreciate that students look forward to eating during my class. \r\n\r\nSometimes, we all need a little pick me up, and students have told me how much they rely on getting snacks from my room during the day. I want to thank you once again for contributing to my project, It is greatly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1777928191800,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-hungry-brains/10200323/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Hungry Brains","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sawyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9576790_orig.jpg?crop=980,980,x0,y212&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724952665726","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9576790"},{"teacherId":8751964,"projectId":10132913,"letterContent":"Using a color printer in the classroom makes a real difference in how students engage with learning. I've seen how much more excited students become when materials are colorful, visually appealing, and easier to understand. Whether it's a science diagram, a reading activity, a map, or a student project, color helps bring lessons to life and captures students' attention.\r\n\r\nColor printing also helps students better organize information and make connections between concepts. For many students, especially younger learners and those who need additional supports, color-coding can improve comprehension and make learning more accessible.\r\n\r\nAnother important benefit is the sense of pride it creates. When students see their work displayed in color or receive high-quality learning materials, they feel valued and are often more motivated to participate and produce their best work. A color printer helps create a more engaging, inclusive, and student-centered classroom environment where learning feels exciting and meaningful. Your contributions made everything possible and my students and I are very appreciative and thankful of your contributions.","fullyFundedDate":1773971725362,"projectUrl":"project/everything-looks-better-in-color/10132913/","projectTitle":"Everything looks better in color","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Riley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8751964"},{"teacherId":25651,"projectId":10356487,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations. Due to your generosity, students are going to have an organized year. Students received their planners the first day of school. They were taught how to use each aspect of it, and have been continually inputting their assignments and due dates in it. Students beginning to do this on a regular basis is the beginning of them becoming responsible for their school work. This is a skill that will help them succeed when they continue on to high school, college, and later on in life. \r\nOther teachers have noticed that the students are using this skill across the classes.","fullyFundedDate":1783343296207,"projectUrl":"project/planning-and-organizing-leads-to-success/10356487/","projectTitle":"Planning and Organizing Leads to Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O'Neill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp25651_orig.png?crop=300,300,x26,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754578128790","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/25651"},{"teacherId":7190891,"projectId":10259183,"letterContent":"I can't begin to tell you what a difference your generosity has made in our classroom! Thanks to your incredible support, we received our project filled with yummy snacks. It is amazing how a simple snack can change the tone of our day. Before, afternoon slumps and hungry tummies made it difficult for my students to focus. Now, having these snacks on hand ensures my students are fueled, energized, and ready to learn during critical lesson times. Your gift sends a powerful message to my class that people outside our community care about their success and well-being.\r\n\r\nMy students and I are so grateful to have you as a champion for our classroom. \r\nThank you again for your awesome contribution!","fullyFundedDate":1778535895618,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-treats-lets-go/10259183/","projectTitle":"Snacks, Treats, Let's Go!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harrigan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7190891_orig.jpg?crop=1099,1099,x0,y73&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733086847567","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7190891"},{"teacherId":4878414,"projectId":10241727,"letterContent":"On behalf of our young makers and the entire school community, I want to express our deepest gratitude for your generous donation to Hook, Yarn, Create! Crochet Supplies for Creative Minds.\r\nYour support has brought a vibrant burst of color and texture into our classroom. The kiddos are absolutely loving the new supplies; the room is constantly buzzing with energy as they master new stitches and experiment with different patterns. \r\n With these additional resources, we have been able to officially expand our crochet group, welcoming new students who were previously on our waiting list.\r\nCreativity and fine motor skills are flourishing here, and it is donor support like yours that makes these enrichment opportunities possible. You aren't just providing yarn; you are providing a sense of accomplishment. \r\nThank you once again for your kindness and for investing in our creative minds. We look forward to sharing photos of our completed projects with you soon!","fullyFundedDate":1777922719460,"projectUrl":"project/hookyarn-create-crochet-supplies-for/10241727/","projectTitle":"Hook,Yarn, Create! Crochet Supplies for Creative Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Faust","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4878414_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1507503007968","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-j-faust"},{"teacherId":4878414,"projectId":10257380,"letterContent":"Thank you all so much for making Snack Time possible. The kiddos were beyond happy and grateful when we opened the box and they saw all the snacks. They are so happy and excited knowing that the snacks have been restocked. These snacks have really helped all of the students in the school. All the kiddos know they can come and grab a quick snack when they need it. I know a snack seems like a small thing but it does so much more for these kiddos, then just fill their stomachs I had one kiddo who was so excited because now they would have a snack at lunch just like all their friends. I still have my one buddy who stops by everyday and as he grabs his snack he fills me in on what's s going on with him. All of the kiddos are very happy and excited that the snack draws have been fully restocked.\r\n\r\nOnce again thank you so much for your generous donation and continued support the kiddos and I are extremely appreciative.","fullyFundedDate":1778238304708,"projectUrl":"project/snack-time/10257380/","projectTitle":"Snack Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Faust","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4878414_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1507503007968","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-j-faust"},{"teacherId":4878414,"projectId":9974186,"letterContent":"Thank you once again for making Little Authors, Big Ideas! come to life. The kiddos were so excited when they saw the journals and colorful pens. The excitement in the room was contagious when the boxes arrived. The kiddos were beyond happy and grateful when we opened the boxes and they saw the journals and the colored pens.\r\n\r\nIt has been a joy to watch them use these items. These journals have given them a dedicated space to express themselves, and the pens make everything feel a little more special.\r\nWhether they are practicing their creative writing or simply jotting down their ideas for the day, they do so with such pride and enthusiasm. \r\nThey are so happy and excited to have a special place to record thoughts, dreams and drawings.","fullyFundedDate":1768921761256,"projectUrl":"project/little-authors-big-ideas-/9974186/","projectTitle":"Little Authors, Big Ideas !","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Faust","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4878414_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1507503007968","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-j-faust"},{"teacherId":1929402,"projectId":9692629,"letterContent":"Students were so excited to see all the boxes with their treats inside. Once they saw them they began asking what they needed to do to earn them. With this new incentive my students are working harder than ever to get their reward. The thing about my incentive system is that it is not immediate. They usually have to work 10 to 15 classes before they are able to get to the treasure chest. I'm hoping that with this system students will begin to understand that you have to work hard consistently to get what you want. I want them to get out of the habit of believing that things are just handed to them. I want them to be able to handle when they don't get things right away. They have to keep at it. \r\n\r\nMy next steps are for my students to continue working towards their next goal. For example, they are able to go to the treasure chest when they reach 10 stars. This is equal to 10 days of behaving positively and completing their work. The are able to get one treat. Their next goal is 20, which means they can get get 2 things from the chest. It continues this way through the end of the school year. It brightens up my day to see students counting and using math to figure out how many days they have left until their next reward.","fullyFundedDate":1767647055275,"projectUrl":"project/high-risks-high-rewards/9692629/","projectTitle":"High Risks, High Rewards!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rigby","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1929402_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1604966727702","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1929402"},{"teacherId":9576790,"projectId":9970978,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to my classroom! The snacks go a long way in fostering a sense of community and safety while at school. Students are hungry, especially in middle school! They look forward to sharing a snack together in music. It builds a positive classroom rapport, and it ensures that no student is learning on an empty stomach. With increased cost of living, we are always looking to provide students will items that will make their day to day school experience more enjoyable and safe. Thank you again for your generous contribution to our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1771011616470,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-hungry-students/9970978/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Hungry Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sawyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9576790_orig.jpg?crop=980,980,x0,y212&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724952665726","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9576790"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_7795","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":531,"numTeachers":47,"percentFrplEligible":88,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":67,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":25,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":1,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"11.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":62.3,"schoolId":7795,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about PS Intermediate School 109 Glenwood Academy on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"PS Intermediate School 109 Glenwood Academy","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/ps-109/7795"}