{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Intermediate School 5 Walter H Crowley","outOfStateSupporters":60.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5938093,"projectId":10254913,"letterContent":"The items you donated may seem small, but they have made a tremendous difference in the daily lives of our students. Thanks to your generosity, students now have access to essential personal care items such as hair ties, chapsticks, deodorant, toothpaste, and bandages when they need them most. These resources help students feel comfortable, confident, and prepared to focus on learning throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nMany of our students face challenges that can make it difficult to access everyday necessities. Having these items readily available allows us to meet immediate needs with dignity and care, ensuring that students can take care of themselves without worry or embarrassment. Something as simple as a hair tie, fresh breath, or a bandage can help a student feel supported and ready to participate fully in school activities.\r\n\r\nThank you for your kindness and commitment to our students' well-being. Your support goes beyond providing supplies; it sends a powerful message that our students are valued and cared for. We are deeply grateful for your generosity and the positive impact you have made in our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1777932287801,"projectUrl":"project/hygiene-essentials-for-healthy-happy-st/10254913/","projectTitle":"Hygiene Essentials for Healthy, Happy Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Etienne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5938093_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710701422924","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msjojoetienne"},{"teacherId":5938093,"projectId":10254894,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of bean bag chairs for our students. Your support has helped transform our counselor's room into a warm and welcoming space where students can relax, connect with peers, and build meaningful friendships.\r\n\r\nThe bean bag chairs provide a comfortable area for students who may need a calm environment to unwind, take a break from the demands of the school day, or engage in supportive conversations. Many students enjoy spending time in the counselor's room because it offers a peaceful setting where they feel safe, included, and heard.\r\n\r\nYour thoughtful contribution has enhanced our efforts to support students' social-emotional well-being and has created a space that fosters connection, comfort, and a sense of belonging. We are truly grateful for your generosity and the positive impact you have made on our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1777919082635,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-corner-bean-bag-chairs-for-our-gui/10254894/","projectTitle":"Cozy Corner: Bean Bag Chairs for Our Guidance Room II","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Etienne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5938093_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710701422924","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msjojoetienne"},{"teacherId":5938093,"projectId":10254870,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of bean bag chairs for our students. These comfortable seating options have created a welcoming space where students can relax, socialize, and build friendships during their lunch periods.\r\n\r\nFor many students, the bean bag chairs provide a calm alternative to the noise and bustle of the cafeteria, offering a place to unwind, connect with peers, and recharge before returning to class. This supportive environment has contributed positively to students' well-being and sense of belonging.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has helped create a more inclusive and inviting space for our school community. We are deeply grateful for your generosity and the positive impact you have made on our students' daily lives.","fullyFundedDate":1777895485320,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-corner-bean-bag-chairs-for-our-gui/10254870/","projectTitle":"Cozy Corner: Bean Bag Chairs for Our Guidance Room I","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Etienne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5938093_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710701422924","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msjojoetienne"},{"teacherId":5938093,"projectId":10242550,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of hygiene pads for our students. Your support provided an essential resource that helps students feel comfortable, confident, and ready to focus on their learning.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, we were able to make these products readily accessible through a \"grab-and-go\" system, allowing students to discreetly take what they need without having to ask for assistance. This has helped remove barriers and ensure that students can access these essential items with dignity and ease.\r\n\r\nThe availability of these supplies has made a meaningful difference in the daily lives of our students. Knowing that these products are available when needed reduces stress and helps students remain focused on their education and well-being.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and generosity have helped create a more supportive and caring school environment where all students can thrive. We are deeply grateful for your commitment to our students' health, dignity, and success.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a positive impact on our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1777918102930,"projectUrl":"project/flow-with-confidence-essential-hygiene/10242550/","projectTitle":"Flow with Confidence: Essential Hygiene Support","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Etienne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5938093_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710701422924","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msjojoetienne"},{"teacherId":6042271,"projectId":10637224,"letterContent":"These scientific calculators have been a great addition to our mathematics classroom. Now that the New York State mathematics exam is being given online, students will be using an online calculator which and taking the test online. This is not an easy shift, so being able to provide them in class the exact online calculator to use daily so that they can get use to it and understand how to use the different functions like how to add fractions, has been a great help. We have been using these calculators daily and hope to get more so that each student can have their own and not have to share.","fullyFundedDate":1789650788263,"projectUrl":"project/lets-calculate/10637224/","projectTitle":"Let's Calculate!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cotton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp6042271_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1541771176555","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/d-cotton"},{"teacherId":5938093,"projectId":10242549,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of hair brushes, clothes pins, hair pins, and lint rollers to support our graduating students. Your thoughtfulness helped make graduation day a smooth, organized, and memorable experience for everyone involved.\r\n\r\nAs students prepared to walk across the stage and celebrate this important milestone, having these essential items available allowed them to make last-minute adjustments and feel confident in their appearance. Many students expressed gratitude for the opportunity to look and feel their best on such a special day.\r\n\r\nYour support went beyond providing supplies. It helped ease nerves, boost confidence, and ensure that our graduates could focus on celebrating their hard work and achievements. The care and generosity demonstrated by our wonderful donors made a meaningful difference in the lives of our students.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our graduates and helping create a positive and uplifting graduation experience. We are truly grateful for your partnership and support.","fullyFundedDate":1778088875468,"projectUrl":"project/confidence-for-the-capandgown-moment/10242549/","projectTitle":"Confidence for the Cap‑and‑Gown Moment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Etienne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5938093_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710701422924","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msjojoetienne"},{"teacherId":10269860,"projectId":10501825,"letterContent":"Thank you for your kindness and generosity! Your gift has been used and led to an organized classroom which aids in instruction. The students and I are grateful as these supplies aid our day-to-day learning. The cart keeps supplies organized so that students can find them easily, the holding folders allow me to store and organize worksheets and materials for quick access. By having an organized classroom, we can all focus on learning in a positive environment that helps each student achieve their very best!!","fullyFundedDate":1788367366981,"projectUrl":"project/organized-classroom-for-ideal-learning-e/10501825/","projectTitle":"Organized Classroom for Ideal Learning Environment!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Franks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10269860"},{"teacherId":6042271,"projectId":10278640,"letterContent":"Since the pandemic, many student still struggle to bring supplies to school. I want my students to have individual supplies if that make them feel more comfortable. My students deserve to have all these basic supplies so they can be fully succeed. Having the basic supplies is very important and I so happy that we can have fully decorated the classroom for our new students to feel comfortable and excited for the new school year.\r\n\r\nThe notebooks were used for students who do not have one at the start of the new school year. The mice helped students to use their laptops in class with ease. The looseleaf has helped us have scrap paper when needed.","fullyFundedDate":1787142023873,"projectUrl":"project/loose-leaf-notebooks-and-mice-for-succ/10278640/","projectTitle":"Loose leaf, Notebooks, and Mice for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cotton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp6042271_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1541771176555","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/d-cotton"},{"teacherId":10269860,"projectId":10301142,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity in giving my class supplies for science and art. Through your generous donation my students were able to actively engage with microscopes to see our microscopic world! They enjoyed looking at the premade slides and also preparing ones from various materials in nature and the classroom. They showed great enthusiasm and engagement and learned about the different components and parts of a microscope as well as how to handle one in a classroom. \r\n\r\nWith the art, we were able to build upon our learning through expression beyond words. Students took the time to think about what colors they saw and the shape formations under the microscope. They said they had a great time while also learning a great deal, which is ultimately the goal!\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1786542192937,"projectUrl":"project/science-and-art/10301142/","projectTitle":"Science and Art!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Franks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10269860"},{"teacherId":10459789,"projectId":10177527,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing ancient history and geography to life in our classroom with these incredible trade books, maps, and globes! Through these texts and hands-on tools, our students are moving beyond basic reading to build essential skills like interpreting map scales and spatial relationships, analyzing historical artifacts, examining cause-and-effect in geographic trade, and mastering specialized domain vocabulary like latitude, cuneiform, and irrigation. On any given day, reading in our classroom is vibrant and interactive: students gather around globes to trace ancient trade routes mentioned in their texts, collaborate in small-group \"archeology circles\" as vocabulary detectives, and cross-reference physical maps with historical narratives. Visual and tactile learners, as well as reluctant readers, are especially thriving—drawn in by vivid illustrations and hands-on spatial tools—while advanced readers are diving into deeper historical stories and asking complex questions about how geography shaped early civilizations. Thanks to your support, I was able to create a truly multi-sensory learning experience that reaches every student, turning reading into an exciting voyage of discovery that will stay with them for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1777926704707,"projectUrl":"project/history-explorers/10177527/","projectTitle":"History Explorers","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. DeSena","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10459789_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773197277793","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10459789"},{"teacherId":10459789,"projectId":10177627,"letterContent":"Dear Donors, thank you so much for bringing ancient history to life in our classroom with these incredible trade books! Through these texts, our students are moving beyond basic reading to build essential skills like analyzing historical maps and artifacts, identifying cause-and-effect relationships in geography and trade, comparing governance and mythologies across cultures, and mastering specialized domain vocabulary like cuneiform and irrigation. On any given day, reading in our classroom is vibrant and active, ranging from interactive whole-group read-alouds to small-group \"archeology circles\" where students act as vocabulary detectives and map tracers. Visual and reluctant readers are especially thriving—drawn in by the vivid illustrations and accessible non-fiction formats—while our advanced readers are eagerly diving into deeper historical narratives and asking complex questions about how ancient laws shape our modern world. Your generosity didn't just add books to our shelves; it turned history into a hands-on adventure for every student in our room.","fullyFundedDate":1783343248490,"projectUrl":"project/history-reading/10177627/","projectTitle":"History Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. DeSena","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10459789_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773197277793","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10459789"},{"teacherId":10459789,"projectId":10177503,"letterContent":"The new collection of trade books featuring countries across the Eastern Hemisphere has opened up a whole new world for my students during our daily social studies and literacy blocks. Instead of relying solely on standard textbooks, my students now dive into rich, beautifully illustrated stories set in Japan, Kenya, India, Greece, and beyond. During a recent comparative culture unit, small groups chose different Eastern Hemisphere nations to research, using the trade books to examine daily life, geography, and traditions. One student, who typically hesitates to participate during reading time, became completely engrossed in a picture book about modern-day Egypt, proudly pointing out architectural details to his group mates and connecting the story's themes to his own life experiences. When the boxes of books first arrived in our classroom, the students' reaction was pure joy; they gathered around the delivery, wide-eyed as we unpacked titles with striking cover art, gasping at maps, and excitedly declaring which country's story they wanted to read first. Discovering that generous donors provided these books specifically for our class gave them a deep sense of pride and curiosity about the wider world. Looking ahead, our next step is a multi-week \"Traveler's Journal\" project where students will synthesize what they've learned from these Eastern Hemisphere trade books, writing creative first-person travel entries and creating visual displays to present at our upcoming cross-cultural classroom exposition.","fullyFundedDate":1775183079706,"projectUrl":"project/history-reads/10177503/","projectTitle":"History Reads","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. DeSena","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10459789_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773197277793","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10459789"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_895","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1176,"numTeachers":124,"percentFrplEligible":89,"percentAsian":39,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":56,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"9.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":39.6,"schoolId":895,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Intermediate School 5 Walter H Crowley on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Intermediate School 5 Walter H Crowley","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/is-5-walter-h-crowley/895"}