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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. The ID badge cases have been great to replace ones that break easily. The locks were used for our cabinets to keep our supplies safe. The pens are working great for our exit tickets. 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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. 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Intermediate School 5 Walter H Crowley is
an urban public school
in Elmhurst, New York that is part of New York City Dept Of Ed.
It serves 1,176 students
in grades 6 - 8 with a student/teacher ratio of 9.5:1.
Its teachers have had 800 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
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Title 1
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Grades 6 - 8
1,176 Students
124 Teachers
5040 Jacobus StContact info is sourced from our partners at MDR Education, and DonorsChoose updates our site ahead of each school year.
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Intermediate School 5 Walter H Crowley Demographics
89%
of students receive free or reduced price lunch
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96%
of students are Black, Latino, Native
American, or Asian
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Intermediate School 5 Walter H Crowley
$248,721
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teachers
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Intermediate School 5 Walter H Crowley has received support from
688 individuals from New York and
1,057 individuals out-of-state.