{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Blanquita B. Valenti Community School","outOfStateSupporters":29.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9318564,"projectId":9710788,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom now has the resources we need to engage students in meaningful, hands-on learning. We are using the new materials in our English 3D unit on gaming, where students analyze articles and write argumentative essays. One memorable moment was when students got to use the new anchor charts and notebooks for a collaborative RACE-formatted writing activity. They were eager to reference the visuals and jot down their ideas, and it was amazing to see them confidently supporting their claims with evidence from the text.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the students' excitement was palpable. Many of them immediately started exploring the notebooks and charts, asking thoughtful questions and sharing their ideas with classmates. Their enthusiasm has made the classroom more dynamic, and it has been wonderful to see students who are usually hesitant become more engaged in discussions and writing exercises.\r\n\r\nNext, we plan to build on this momentum by guiding students through writing full argumentative essays, incorporating strong introductions, supporting body paragraphs, and compelling conclusions. These resources will continue to support their growth as critical thinkers and confident writers. Thanks to your support, our students are not just learning—they are thriving.","fullyFundedDate":1760033726282,"projectUrl":"project/voices-that-shine-building-confidence-i/9710788/","projectTitle":"Voices That Shine: Building Confidence in Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. A","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9318564"},{"teacherId":765481,"projectId":9609081,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my DonorsChoose project! Because of your kindness, our classroom now has a special way to celebrate student birthdays, and the joy it has brought is truly heartwarming.\r\n\r\nEvery child deserves to feel seen and celebrated, and your donation has made that possible. From birthday crowns to treats and decorations, these supplies are helping create memories my students will never forget. The smiles on their faces say it all!\r\n\r\nYour support goes beyond supplies — it builds community, boosts self-esteem, and reminds these young learners that they are important and valued.","fullyFundedDate":1758292170583,"projectUrl":"project/birthday-bash/9609081/","projectTitle":"Birthday Bash!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Youssef","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp765481_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690500661834","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsyoussef"},{"teacherId":8685558,"projectId":9604151,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! Your contributions have already made a big difference in our classroom.\r\nThe cushions you helped provide have created a cozy and inviting space for students to read, reflect, and work together in small groups. Having a comfortable seating option has been especially helpful during independent reading time—students now look forward to choosing their favorite cushion and settling into a good book. One moment that really stood out was when a student who usually struggles to stay focused during reading time said, \"This is the most comfortable I've ever been in class!\" It may seem like a small thing, but for some of our learners, it's a game changer.\r\nThe snacks you provided have also been a huge help. Some of our students come to school hungry or don't always have access to healthy snacks during the day. Thanks to you, they have the fuel they need to focus, participate, and stay energized throughout lessons. One student even told me, \"It's easier to think when my stomach isn't growling.\" These snacks are doing more than just filling bellies—they're supporting learning and concentration.\r\nAnd let's not forget the Clorox wipes! Keeping our space clean and safe has been so much easier with your help. Students are taking more ownership of their environment and even remind each other to wipe down their areas—something they now see as part of our shared responsibility.","fullyFundedDate":1757549712727,"projectUrl":"project/seats-for-reading/9604151/","projectTitle":"Seats for Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8685558"},{"teacherId":1848612,"projectId":9400252,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! Because of your support, every student in my class now has access to their own set of headphones. This is especially meaningful for my multilingual learners, who can now fully engage with their English language Arts assignments. These tools will greatly support their language development and comprehension.\r\n\r\nThe hooks and bags you provided will help us keep the headphones organized and in great condition, ensuring they last for years to come. My students and I are truly grateful for your kindness and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1758291940509,"projectUrl":"project/please-speak-louder/9400252/","projectTitle":"Please Speak Louder","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. DeMato","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1848612_orig.png?crop=509,509,x52,y94&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689021576276","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1848612"},{"teacherId":4599256,"projectId":9252340,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible support, our classroom has been transformed with exciting new resources that are already making a difference in our students' learning experiences.\r\n\r\nWhen we first introduced the materials, the students' faces lit up with curiosity and enthusiasm. One memorable moment was during our recent group science project, where students used the new equipment to explore renewable energy. Watching them collaborate, share ideas, and problem-solve together was truly inspiring—each student bringing their unique strengths to the team, proving that teamwork really does make the dream work!\r\n\r\nWith these resources, our students are not only gaining hands-on experience but also developing essential skills like communication, critical thinking, and cooperation. Thank you for believing in our students and in the power of teamwork!","fullyFundedDate":1752506878995,"projectUrl":"project/team-work-makes-the-dream-work/9252340/","projectTitle":"Team Work Makes The Dream Work!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Resasco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4599256_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1539527054075","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4599256"},{"teacherId":765481,"projectId":9482473,"letterContent":"I would like to sincerely thank you for providing us with a subscription to Scholastic News. Your generosity has given my students access to high-quality, engaging, and age-appropriate nonfiction articles that spark curiosity and build critical thinking skills.\r\n\r\nEach week, my students eagerly look forward to reading the latest issue. The topics encourage meaningful classroom discussions, support our curriculum, and help students make connections between what they learn in school and the world around them. For many of my students, this is their first experience with regularly reading a news publication just for kids, and it has been both exciting and empowering.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and support of our classroom. Your contribution is making a lasting difference in my students' education and love of learning.","fullyFundedDate":1753640033372,"projectUrl":"project/scholastic-scholars/9482473/","projectTitle":"Scholastic Scholars!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Youssef","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp765481_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690500661834","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsyoussef"},{"teacherId":9398128,"projectId":9355142,"letterContent":"Thank you for your contributions to our project. With your help, we were able to secure headphones for the whole class. Headphones can be very difficult to obtain, especially enough for all students in the classroom. This gift has been such a blessing for my class as we are often using headphones for assignments, readings, and assessments. We are so happy and excited to put these to use.\r\n\r\nMany of the students I work with have a disability and some require the use of text to speech. With the headphones we have received, they are now able to use them to help with reading and completing assignments. They are also able to engage in activities such as watching videos or creating projects. Initially, students had to share headphones because we did not have enough for all. So we thank you again for helping us fund our project.","fullyFundedDate":1748459629108,"projectUrl":"project/hear-to-succeed/9355142/","projectTitle":"Hear to Succeed","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Grant","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9398128_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1701396985021","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9398128"},{"teacherId":9398128,"projectId":9351128,"letterContent":"We would like to thank you all for your generous donations. Because of you, our classroom has the necessary resources for the students to be the best they can be. Although these arent the typical supplies that are asked for in a class, they are probably some of the most important for the students. These resources are one less thing that children and their families have to worry about and its thanks to you!\r\n\r\nI know the students that receive these items will appreciate the generosity that you have all shown. They will be able to come to school with a clean set of shirts, pants, and deoderant. These items will be provided to students who are in need and I know they will feel excited and grateful to recieve them. As the school year continues, I will make sure to provide students who seem like they are in need or express that they are in need with the resources provided. Again, we thank you all for your contributions and kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1747339831770,"projectUrl":"project/so-fresh-so-clean/9351128/","projectTitle":"So Fresh, So Clean.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Grant","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9398128_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1701396985021","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9398128"},{"teacherId":5313851,"projectId":8365085,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for the materials you have provided for my students. The students were so excited to receive the claw machine and even helped to set it up! We are putting it to great use!\r\n\r\nIt fits perfectly in our ela classroom and really encourages the students to make good choices. The students love to try to win a prize. We have included fidget toys, candy, and stress-relief squishy toys. I believe the squishies are their favorite! Thank you again for this wonderful addition. It will be used for many years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1715010564636,"projectUrl":"project/rewards-for-remarkable-readers/8365085/","projectTitle":"Rewards for Remarkable Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Clark","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5313851_orig.jpg?crop=467,467,x0,y23&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710867203116","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5313851"},{"teacherId":5313851,"projectId":8355554,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for the materials you have provided for my students. The students were so excited to receive the notebooks, bookmarks, and erasers.We are putting them to great use everyday!\r\n\r\nThe notebooks really encourage the students to write. The students love to attach the erasers to their pencils and use them when they make mistakes. We also get great use out of the bookmarks when participating in shared reading as well as independent reading.Thank you again for these wonderful additions. They will be used for many years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1717187795376,"projectUrl":"project/reading-and-writing-readiness/8355554/","projectTitle":"Reading and Writing Readiness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Clark","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5313851_orig.jpg?crop=467,467,x0,y23&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710867203116","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5313851"},{"teacherId":5313851,"projectId":8275444,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for the much-needed supplies you have provided for my students. The students were so excited to receive the materials! We are putting them to great use everyday!\r\n\r\nThe crayons have been a great resource when students are completing projects that require coloring. We have some very talented artists this year! They love to express themselves through the arts. We also get great use out of the materials during our daily small-group centers.Thank you again for these wonderful additions. They will be used with students for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1711549674138,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-scholars/8275444/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Scholars","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Clark","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5313851_orig.jpg?crop=467,467,x0,y23&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710867203116","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5313851"},{"teacherId":8131735,"projectId":8554980,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping to create a beautiful and inspiring space. The drafting chair adds beauty and compliments the work area. The red color and height continue to draw interest. \r\n\r\nThe chair adds an incentive for learners choice. 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