{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"IS 77 Joseph F Quinn School","outOfStateSupporters":42.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9286099,"projectId":9825016,"letterContent":"Our new technology has made a meaningful difference in how my students learn every day. In our classroom, these tools are not just for fun—they help students stay focused, understand lessons more clearly, and actively participate. Many of my students benefit from visual and interactive learning, and the technology allows lessons to come alive through videos, read-aloud supports, and hands-on activities. It also helps differentiate instruction, so each student can work at their own level and pace, building confidence and independence.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for my students is how engaging and interactive the technology is. They love being able to touch, explore, and respond in real time. Simple tasks like answering questions, practicing reading, or solving problems feel more like a game, which increases motivation and reduces frustration. The students are especially excited to use tools that read text aloud, highlight important information, and provide immediate feedback—it makes learning feel accessible and achievable.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who typically struggle to stay engaged have truly come alive with this new technology. For example, one student who often had difficulty focusing during lessons is now eager to participate and complete tasks using the interactive tools. Another student who struggles with reading has gained confidence by using audio supports and visual aids. These moments are powerful, and they are only possible because of your generosity. Your support is helping my students grow, believe in themselves, and experience success in ways that were not possible before.","fullyFundedDate":1771453739896,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-minds-in-comfort/9825016/","projectTitle":"Fueling Minds in Comfort!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Qeraj","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9286099_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705677286657","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9286099"},{"teacherId":7707578,"projectId":9980263,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made a real difference in my classroom. The snacks and drinks you donated chips, healthy bars, water, and Rice Krispies treats have helped create a more supportive environment where students can focus and feel cared for. Many of my students come to school hungry or distracted, and having quick access to a snack or bottle of water has helped them reset and stay engaged in class.\r\n\r\nOne moment that stood out was during an afternoon lesson when several students were losing focus and becoming restless. After a quick snack and water break, they returned to the activity more calm, energized, and ready to participate. It was a simple moment, but it showed how much these resources matter. My students were excited and grateful when they first saw the snack station. They immediately understood that this was something meant to support them, and it helped build a stronger sense of trust and community in our classroom.\r\n\r\nAs we move into more group projects and hands-on learning activities, these resources will continue to play an important role. My goal is to make sure students feel comfortable, supported, and ready to learn each day. Because of your generosity, my students have one less barrier standing in the way of their success. Thank you for helping me create a classroom where students can feel safe, cared for, and ready to do their best.","fullyFundedDate":1775919743078,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-snacks-equals-active-brain/9980263/","projectTitle":"Healthy Snacks Equals Active Brain","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":10085327,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations and for helping get my project funded. My students love getting snacks and treats after school. The school day is long and the students stay after school for an additional two hours. Having delicious snacks to give them is a blessing. 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.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMs. Dallas","fullyFundedDate":1772550321684,"projectUrl":"project/help-fuel-our-brains-in-after-school/10085327/","projectTitle":"Help Fuel Our Brains in After School","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":9931598,"letterContent":"Thank you for your\r\n generous donations and for helping get my project funded. My students love getting snacks and treats after school. The school day is long and the students stay after school for an additional two hours. Having delicious snacks to give them is a blessing. 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.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMs. Dallas","fullyFundedDate":1772550270462,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-motivation/9931598/","projectTitle":"Snacks 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":9277640,"projectId":9985476,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and making these math manipulatives possible! 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Your support is truly making a difference in our classroom every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1768569323072,"projectUrl":"project/math-manipulatives/9985476/","projectTitle":"Math Manipulatives","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fielding","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9277640_orig.png?crop=488,488,x139,y20&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769541779897","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9277640"},{"teacherId":9282225,"projectId":10114945,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom reading project! Because of your generosity, our students now have an exciting new reason to pick up a book and keep turning the pages. This project is already helping transform reading from something that can feel like a challenge into something students look forward to. With the chance to choose books at their level and share their thinking through book reviews, students are building confidence, strengthening comprehension, and developing their voices as readers and writers.\r\n\r\nThe addition of small incentives has made a big difference in motivation. Students are staying focused and feeling proud as they complete each book. For many of them, this positive reinforcement is exactly what they need to build strong reading habits and stamina. It's been incredible to see students who once hesitated to read now feel excited to finish a book and reflect on their learning.\r\n\r\nYour support is helping create a classroom environment where effort is celebrated and progress is visible. Thank you for making a lasting impact on our students' growth and helping them become more confident, engaged readers!","fullyFundedDate":1774457184491,"projectUrl":"project/books-bites-motivating-readers-one-st/10114945/","projectTitle":"Books & Bites: Motivating Readers One Story at a Time","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":9286099,"projectId":9961002,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to resources that truly meet their learning needs. We have been using these materials daily during our reading and writing lessons, especially when working on building arguments and organizing our ideas. One special moment that stood out was when my students used the new materials to create their own opinion paragraphs. With the support of graphic organizers and hands-on tools, they were able to clearly state their claims, provide evidence, and explain their thinking with more confidence than ever before.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, their excitement was immediate. Many of them smiled, asked questions, and were eager to begin using everything right away. For my students, who often need extra support and encouragement, having engaging and accessible tools made a huge difference in their motivation and focus. It was incredibly rewarding to see them feel proud of their work and more independent in completing tasks.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we will continue using these resources to deepen our learning, especially as we prepare for upcoming writing projects and class discussions. My goal is to help students become more confident readers, writers, and thinkers. Thanks to your generosity, my students are not only learning—they are believing in themselves. Your support is making a lasting impact, and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1775919742769,"projectUrl":"project/the-3pm-energy-boost-snacks-for-focused/9961002/","projectTitle":"The 3PM Energy Boost: Snacks for Focused Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Qeraj","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9286099_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705677286657","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9286099"},{"teacherId":9330600,"projectId":9809886,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, we were able to create a Care Closet in our classroom that gives students access to essential items whenever they need them. Having these resources readily available removes a major barrier that can interfere with learning and allows students to remain comfortable, confident, and focused throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nAccess to these supplies is important because students may not always have what they need with them. By providing a discreet and supportive space, students can quickly take what they need and return to learning without disruption. This helps ensure that personal needs do not prevent students from participating in class, completing their work, or staying engaged in instruction.\r\n\r\nThis Care Closet promotes dignity, independence, and a supportive classroom environment where students know their needs are acknowledged and respected. Because of your support, students now have reliable access to essential items, helping ensure that learning can continue without interruption.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us create a classroom where students feel supported, prepared, and ready to learn every day.","fullyFundedDate":1767231351088,"projectUrl":"project/periods-dont-pause-learning/9809886/","projectTitle":"Periods Don’t Pause Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. C","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9330600_orig.jpg?crop=529,529,x24,y550&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698083015108","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9330600"},{"teacherId":6976882,"projectId":9980610,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have access to Clorox wipes that help us maintain a clean, germ-free classroom environment every single day. We've made cleaning part of our daily routine—students wipe down their desks before and after lessons, especially during group work and hands-on math activities. This has been especially helpful during flu season, allowing us to stay focused on learning instead of worrying about getting sick. When the wipes first arrived, my students were genuinely excited! They immediately understood that these supplies were just for them and took pride in helping keep our classroom safe and fresh","fullyFundedDate":1774617006932,"projectUrl":"project/germ-free-classrooms-start-with-you/9980610/","projectTitle":"Germ-Free Classrooms Start with You","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":10245497,"projectId":9691800,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our 7th grade students now have a space where they can truly shine - both academically and emotionally.\r\n\r\nWith the materials you provided, we created a flexible learning area that includes a cozy rug, floor seating, and a well-organized cart stocked with supplies. During math work time, students can choose how and where they learn best, whether working independently, collaborating with peers, or taking a brief mindful break when they need to reset. For many of our students, especially those who benefit from additional support, this sense of choice and comfort has made a powerful difference.\r\n\r\nWe've seen students who once struggled to stay engaged now settle into the space with focus and confidence. Some choose to sit with a friend and talk through a problem, while others take a quiet moment with a soft item in hand before rejoining their work. These small moments of regulation have led to big gains in participation and persistence.\r\n\r\nThe algebra tiles have been especially impactful. They allow students to move from concrete understanding to visual representation and finally to abstract thinking with greater ease. Concepts that once felt overwhelming are now accessible, and students are beginning to say, \"Oh, I get it now!\" - a phrase every math teacher loves to hear.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, your donation has helped us build a classroom environment rooted in mindfulness, independence, and belonging. Students feel safe, supported, and empowered to take risks in their learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us create a space where every student has the opportunity to succeed, not just in math, but in confidence and self-awareness as well.","fullyFundedDate":1758834178759,"projectUrl":"project/helping-students-shine-through-math-and/9691800/","projectTitle":"Helping Students Shine Through Math and Mindfulness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gross","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10245497_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759642822816","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10245497"},{"teacherId":7099555,"projectId":10090141,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for the prizes and treats. The children get so excited to win a prize when they work hard, read books and help others.\r\n\r\n\r\nThe children read books and get prizes. They work hard and get a treat or eraser. Having folders and markers is very necessary for everyday work. We use dry erase boards so the expo markers are necessary. \r\nWe also like to print up their work. They write papers, so ink and paper are necessary. The students like to see their work hanging up on the walls so the ink is helpful.Thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1771190077499,"projectUrl":"project/prizes-and-treats/10090141/","projectTitle":"Prizes and Treats","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Marsiglia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7099555"},{"teacherId":9706762,"projectId":10064969,"letterContent":"From all of us in the classroom, thank you to each of our amazing donors! Your generosity has made a real difference for our students.\r\nBecause of you, our classroom now has a camera to capture special moments and projects, snacks to keep students energized and focused, small prizes to celebrate their efforts, and diaries to write, reflect, and dream. These supplies are already helping students feel proud, motivated, and supported every day.\r\nYour kindness shows our students that people care about them and their success. Thanks to all of you, our classroom has become a more inspiring, creative, and welcoming place for everyone. 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