{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"MS 88 Peter Rouget","outOfStateSupporters":41.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":22771,"projectId":9720687,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your wonderful generosity in helping bring new fiction books into our classroom! Thanks to you, our library will soon be bursting with exciting adventures, silly stories, mysterious twists, and unforgettable characters. Students surely will be racing to be the first to check out the newest titles, recommending books to each other like seasoned librarians, and joyfully debating plot twists at moments I absolutely did not ask for. Their enthusiasm is contagious, and it's all because you helped fill our shelves with stories they truly love.\r\n\r\nYour support will do more than just add books to our room—it will open doors to new worlds, boosted confidence in young readers, and create a buzz of excitement that makes reading irresistible. I'm already seeing students excited to discover new favorite authors, connect to characters who feel just like them, and fall in love with reading in a way that will stay with them for years. Thank you for making such a joyful and meaningful impact on our classroom. You've given us the gift of stories, imagination, and endless possibility!","fullyFundedDate":1764602107354,"projectUrl":"project/our-fav-authors-part-2/9720687/","projectTitle":"Our Fav Authors - Part 2","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rosenzweig","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp22771_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455045913337","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-rosenzweig"},{"teacherId":22771,"projectId":9718322,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I want to offer a huge, heartfelt THANK YOU for your amazing donation to our classroom library. Since you're anonymous, I can't thank you by name—but please know that you now hold legendary status in our room. You fit in somewhere between \"Superheroes\" and \"People Who Can Reach the Top Shelf Without a Step Stool.\"\r\n\r\nYour generosity has already made a difference: students are hovering around the new books like hungry readers at an all-you-can-eat buffet. The excitement is real. The book recommendations are flying. And yes, arguments have broken out—the friendly kind—over who gets to read what first. \r\n\r\nBecause of you, students who once said, \"I don't like reading,\" are now saying things like, \"I'm excited to read the book that comes after this one!\" That transformation? That spark? YOU did that! \r\n\r\nYour kindness will echo through every story, every laugh, every question, and every \"Wow, I didn't see that coming!\" moment your donated books will inspire.\r\n\r\nYou made our library brighter, our shelves heavier, and my students happier.","fullyFundedDate":1763390220312,"projectUrl":"project/our-fav-authors-part-1/9718322/","projectTitle":"Our Fav Authors - Part 1","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rosenzweig","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp22771_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455045913337","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-rosenzweig"},{"teacherId":22771,"projectId":9721954,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making this proposal a reality. In my Language Arts classes, independent reading is a big deal. Students read in class throughout the week and at home on a nightly basis. They have assignments which accompany the reading they do.\r\nWith this influx of brand new books into the classroom library, you just made all that stuff a whole lot more enjoyable. These new books will motivate my students to read even more, which only helps them moving forward. And because they are excited to read their brand new amazingly exciting book, they'll do a better job on their assignments, which also only helps them moving forward.\r\nThank you so much for making an immediate and lasting impact on my classes this year. It will make a tremendous difference.","fullyFundedDate":1758821900559,"projectUrl":"project/our-fav-authors-part-3/9721954/","projectTitle":"Our Fav Authors - Part 3","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rosenzweig","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp22771_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455045913337","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-rosenzweig"},{"teacherId":22771,"projectId":9718249,"letterContent":"Words cannot express how grateful I am that this proposal was funded. I cannot wait to inform my students that we have a delicious variety of healthy snacks on hand for them. Either because they didn't have time to have breakfast before school or if they just need a little mid-day pick me up, they'll have plenty of yummy options to choose from. It may seem like this is proposal is just about snacking in class - but it's way, way more. Having something in your stomach to keep you going will improve student focus and effort throughout the day. Middle school is tough enough as is - no one should be asked to tackle the day with hunger on their mind. Thanks to this proposal being funded, my students will have one less distraction in their day, and that makes a tremendous difference.","fullyFundedDate":1758821998767,"projectUrl":"project/snack-fuel-for-their-ela-fire/9718249/","projectTitle":"(Snack) Fuel for their ELA Fire","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rosenzweig","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp22771_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455045913337","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-rosenzweig"},{"teacherId":9693099,"projectId":8682576,"letterContent":"Your support has played a vital role in helping my students excel in biology and approach the Regents exam with confidence!\r\n\r\nThanks to your generous donation, my students had the necessary tools to explore the fascinating world of biology. We used the materials you provided every single day for labs, visual models, interactive notebooks, and exam preparation activities.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments occurred during our unit on cellular respiration. Using hands-on diagrams and manipulatives, students worked in groups to model the process step by step. What initially felt overwhelming suddenly became clear. One student exclaimed, \"Wait... I get it now! This is why we breathe faster when we run!\"\r\n\r\nThese moments of understanding made a significant difference. Leading up to the New York State Living Environment Regents Exam, we used the materials you helped provide to review content, practice with real Regents questions, and build student confidence. Many students were nervous at first, as for some, it was their first major exam. However, thanks to your support, they felt prepared.\r\n\r\nThe best part was seeing students celebrate their learning achievements. After the exam, one student said, \"I knew more than I thought I did — this class actually made me like science.\"\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in their success. Your support didn't just fund supplies; it helped my students grow as thinkers, problem-solvers, and lifelong learners.","fullyFundedDate":1734622484370,"projectUrl":"project/8th-grade-biology/8682576/","projectTitle":"8th grade biology","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Quinn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9693099_orig.jpg?crop=800,800,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753109786637","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9693099"},{"teacherId":22771,"projectId":9132672,"letterContent":"My students couldn't be more thrilled with the items included in this proposal - and it couldn't have arrived at a better time! We just began reading \"The Outsiders\" as a class, and participation in class is usually strong, but now it's OFF THE CHARTS because I'm able to reward and incentivize students with treats and snacks. \r\nThe fun pencils and erasers have become part of the \"Reward Bucket\" for both Student of the Month winners and consistent, everyday, hardworking classroom superstars. \r\nI've also been able to provide some of the breakfast-specific snacks from this proposal to students who either don't get a chance to eat breakfast or arrive to school hungry and with low energy due to not eating properly.\r\nOnce again, thank you so much for helping my classroom - and my students - in a myriad of ways. Your part in funding this proposal will have a greater impact than you could imagine.","fullyFundedDate":1746480875381,"projectUrl":"project/rewards-and-incentives-to-motivate-some/9132672/","projectTitle":"Rewards and Incentives to Motivate Some Phenomenal Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rosenzweig","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp22771_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455045913337","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-rosenzweig"},{"teacherId":21023,"projectId":3046976,"letterContent":"The impact of your donation had a significant impact on the students. It gave them access to a powerful literary work they may not have otherwise obtained. We were able to offer an opportunity for classes to engage in discussions about its themes of friendship, loneliness, and perseverance. We had in depth analytical discussions ultimately enriching students' understanding of literature and social issues.\r\nThis donation not only expanded educational opportunities but also fostered empathy and reflection among readers, proving that access to books can have lasting impact on personal growth and education.","fullyFundedDate":1522184267132,"projectUrl":"project/of-mice-and-men-for-everyone/3046976/","projectTitle":"Of Mice and Men for Everyone!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kaufman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp21023_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1473204952520","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/21023"},{"teacherId":5678904,"projectId":8782450,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my arts elective course this year. It has been excellent to use the new colorful resources with students so far in our fall sketching unit. We have been able to use the colored pencil packs for observation sketches of natural items. It was really fun to see students develop their use of observation and the practice the element of value and texture. These types of activities are an experience many students haven't been exposed to in their public education. It was fun to watch students challenge themselves to sketch items like shells, pinecones, pineapples, lemons and fall leaves. I also am teaching students how to make their wonderful drawings more complete by using the donated flair pen outlining and black sharpie in addition to color. \r\n\r\n Most recently we have begun to practice watercolor in class. Just last week students practiced the technique of outlining with the watercolor pencils before the addition of brush and water. This makes a nice bridge from my sketching and observational practice to help students sketch their watercolor ideas before they use the paintbrush. The watercolor paper (500 sheets) really allows me to practice watercolor with my students, without it we simply could not use this medium. I am very appreciative for all the above gifts to our students creative expression. \r\n\r\n Lastly, on a personal note, as a veteran NYC teacher who is mostly a social studies teacher, I really appreciate the support of these materials, so that I can offer this arts elective to students who would otherwise get NO ARTS EXPOSURE. I was recently dismayed to find out our school's only full time art teacher received NO $ for supplies for our school (she serves over 400 students). I was saddened by this because it reflects our city's under-appreciation for supporting the arts for our students. It upsets me because I see how important the arts are to students, they are able to relax and be creative for a brief time in the school day. They are able to use different parts of the brain, support their mental health, and use their visual skills. Some of my students don't even know they actually have natural artistic skills because they have not been exposed to any arts practice. In a city like NYC with so many arts professions and art programs this isn't properly connecting school with future career options, this is in my opinion a missed opportunity. \r\n I am indeed very grateful for arts contributors like you! Thank You","fullyFundedDate":1731116917946,"projectUrl":"project/nurture-my-7th-graders-creative-spirits/8782450/","projectTitle":"Nurture my 7th Graders Creative Spirits","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gibson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5678904_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1534086289022","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5678904"},{"teacherId":22771,"projectId":8813511,"letterContent":"Thank you for coming together to add these books into our classroom library. This project introduced something new to me, as many of the donors are parents of students I currently teach. It is heartwarming to know that there are so many people (besides me) who are invested in the education of these amazing kids and now play a part in their growing joy of reading. We are currently in the midst of a \"reading challenge\" in class, where students receive a certain amount of points for books they completed from specific book baskets in the classroom library. That challenge has really amped up the reading in class, and now with these brand new amazing books to toss into the fold, their excitement will only grow. Once again, thank you for your kindness and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1731887233116,"projectUrl":"project/thrills-chills-and-mysteries/8813511/","projectTitle":"Thrills, Chills, and Mysteries!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rosenzweig","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp22771_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455045913337","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-rosenzweig"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_581","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":836,"numTeachers":100,"percentFrplEligible":65,"percentAsian":10,"percentBlack":15,"percentWhite":21,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":50,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"8.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":58.9,"schoolId":581,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about MS 88 Peter Rouget on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"MS 88 Peter Rouget","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/jhs-88-peter-rouget/581"}