{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Voyages Preparatory - South Queens","outOfStateSupporters":46.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4829954,"projectId":10013011,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Snacks, Studies, & Success!\" Your generosity has made a real difference in our classroom. The snacks you provided have helped ensure that my students have the energy they need to stay focused and ready to learn throughout the school day. For many students, having access to a quick snack like crackers, chips, cookies, or protein bars helps them push through long lessons and remain engaged in their work.\r\n\r\nWe now have a small snack station where students can grab something if they are feeling hungry. This has helped create a calmer and more focused learning environment. For example, during a recent reading and writing activity, students were able to stay engaged and work collaboratively without the distraction of hunger. Small moments like these make a big difference in helping students succeed.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, my students are continuing to work on literacy and writing projects where they share their ideas and stories. With the support of these snacks, they are better able to concentrate during lessons and participate fully in discussions and group work. Your generosity has helped remove a barrier to learning and has created a classroom environment where students can truly focus on their growth and success.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in our students and for supporting \"Snacks, Studies, & Success!\" Your kindness means more to our classroom than words can express.","fullyFundedDate":1772550515975,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-studies-success/10013011/","projectTitle":"Snacks, Studies, & Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Laurynn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4829954_orig.jpg?crop=680,680,x51,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704900810862","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4829954"},{"teacherId":4829954,"projectId":9907305,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity in donating snack items like chips, cookies, crackers, and protein bars to our classroom. Your support has made a meaningful difference for my students, many of whom come to school hungry or without enough food to get through the day. Because of you, they now have access to snacks that help keep them energized, focused, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nWhen the snacks first arrived, the students were incredibly excited and grateful. Their faces lit up when they saw the variety of items, and many of them could not believe that these snacks were there for them whenever they needed them. One student quietly said, \"Now I won't feel so hungry in class,\" which was a powerful reminder of how important this support truly is.\r\n\r\nWe now have a small snack station in our classroom where students who need something during the day can grab a quick snack. This has helped create a more comfortable and supportive learning environment. Instead of struggling to focus because they are hungry, students are able to stay engaged in lessons, participate in discussions, and complete their work with more energy and concentration.\r\n\r\nOne special moment came during a group reading activity when a student who often has trouble focusing was able to stay fully engaged after having a quick snack beforehand. It may seem small, but moments like that show how much these resources help remove barriers to learning.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, my students are continuing to work on reading and writing projects that encourage them to share their ideas and stories. Having access to snacks helps them stay focused during longer lessons and collaborative activities. Your generosity is not just providing food—it is helping create an environment where students feel supported, cared for, and ready to learn each day.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making such a positive impact on our classroom and on the lives of my students. Your kindness truly makes a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1772550343561,"projectUrl":"project/homeless-and-hungry/9907305/","projectTitle":"Homeless and Hungry!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Laurynn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4829954_orig.jpg?crop=680,680,x51,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704900810862","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4829954"},{"teacherId":4829954,"projectId":10020564,"letterContent":"We cannot thank you enough for your generosity in providing snack donations for our students. Your kindness has made a tangible difference in our classroom, and I want to share just how much your support has meant to us.\r\n\r\nWhen the snacks arrived, the students' faces lit up with excitement and gratitude. Many of them rely on school meals, and having access to extra nourishment during the day has helped them stay focused and engaged in their learning. One memorable moment was when a student, beaming with joy, said, \"Now I won't be hungry before math class!\" It was a simple yet powerful reminder of how essential these donations are.\r\n\r\nThese snacks have become more than just a way to curb hunger; they have created a sense of security and care in our classroom. We now have a designated snack station where students can grab something when they need it, allowing them to concentrate on their lessons without distraction.\r\n\r\nAs for what's next, we are diving into a new classroom project focused on literacy and creative writing. With full bellies and energized minds, my students are working on writing personal narratives—stories that reflect their lives, challenges, and dreams. Your support has ensured that they have the energy to put their thoughts onto paper and share their voices with confidence.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for making such a meaningful impact in their lives. Your generosity goes beyond snacks; it fuels their potential.","fullyFundedDate":1772550465267,"projectUrl":"project/lunchtime-lessons/10020564/","projectTitle":"Lunchtime Lessons","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Laurynn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4829954_orig.jpg?crop=680,680,x51,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704900810862","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4829954"},{"teacherId":10328212,"projectId":9964454,"letterContent":"I couldn't be more grateful to each and every one of you for your contribution. This project has been a great success, your donation and interest in my students well-being is greatly appreciated. My students love to stop by during a slow period to grab a snack, and I always look forward to seeing their faces light up with satisfaction in seeing that our snack bin was replenished. I look forward to partnering with our donors again to continue funding this project because while my students may have other needs and desires, this project has tackled one of the biggest needs: food insecurity. I am grateful for the opportunity to provide for my students and even more grateful to donors like you who made this project possible. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1766852376705,"projectUrl":"project/snack-corner/9964454/","projectTitle":"Snack Corner!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Warner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10328212"},{"teacherId":5261707,"projectId":9798837,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation! Having the ability to laminate the students work has been so amazing! They love being able to take their work home and keep it for a long time!\r\nWe have been able to laminate resources like flashcards, worksheets, and posters. They can be reused year after year, saving time and resources in the long run. We can also wipe them clean after each use, so this makes everything so much more sanitary. \r\nBeing able tp use a laminator has been great in customizing and adapting instructional materials that is crucial for creating inclusive and dynamic classrooms that meet diverse learner needs. \r\nThe laminator has been amazing. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1762267740176,"projectUrl":"project/preserve-projects/9798837/","projectTitle":"Preserve Projects!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Griesch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5261707"},{"teacherId":5261707,"projectId":9809359,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation! My students are in need of resources throughout their time with us. Sometimes they need clothing donations and sometimes food. This project helped those families that have been struggling with food and they were able to fill their bags with food to take home. \r\n\r\nIn particular, we have a family here, 3 students enrolled in the highs school, where their mother passed away suddenly and their father was not able to help them. They had to fend for themselves. This project help ease their burden. So, thank you so much for helping us help our students in need!","fullyFundedDate":1762950610419,"projectUrl":"project/homeless-and-hungry/9809359/","projectTitle":"Homeless and Hungry","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Griesch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5261707"},{"teacherId":4829954,"projectId":9853119,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of cereal and breakfast items to our inner-city school. Your support has made a meaningful difference for our students by helping ensure they start their day with a nutritious meal. We are using these resources during morning breakfast time, which has helped students feel more focused, calm, and ready to learn once class begins. One meaningful moment was watching students help organize and distribute the breakfast items to their classmates, showing teamwork and care for one another.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the cereal and breakfast supplies, they were excited and grateful. Many students smiled, talked about their favorite choices, and shared how happy they were to have breakfast at school. For some, this was a comforting and important part of their morning routine, helping them feel supported and valued.\r\n\r\nBy contributing to this project, you were able to see a glimpse of our classroom and school community. Moving forward, students will continue lessons focused on health, responsibility, and community support. We are also using this experience to spark conversations about gratitude and how communities can come together to support one another. Thank you again for your kindness and generosity—your donation has had a lasting impact on our students and their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1763481773236,"projectUrl":"project/breakfast-bites-with-the-lgbtq-student-c/9853119/","projectTitle":"Breakfast Bites with the LGBTQ Student Council","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Laurynn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4829954_orig.jpg?crop=680,680,x51,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704900810862","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4829954"},{"teacherId":4829954,"projectId":9852840,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of waffle mix and ingredients for our school's Waffle Wednesday event. Because of you, our staff, students, and LGBTQ Student Council were able to come together and share a meaningful, joyful experience centered on connection and belonging.\r\n\r\nWe are using these resources to host Waffle Wednesday as a community-building event. Students worked alongside staff to prepare and serve waffles, learning teamwork, responsibility, and kindness. One special moment was watching students from the LGBTQ Student Council proudly help lead the event—welcoming others, serving food, and creating a space where everyone felt included and valued.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the waffle mix and ingredients, they were excited and genuinely touched. Many students smiled, talked about their favorite waffle toppings, and couldn't wait to get started. More than anything, they felt seen and supported knowing someone cared enough to help make this event happen.\r\n\r\nBy contributing to our project, you became part of our classroom and school community. Moving forward, students will continue working on lessons and projects focused on inclusion, leadership, and community service. Waffle Wednesday has inspired discussions about how small acts of generosity can make a big impact, and students are already brainstorming future events that bring people together in positive ways.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and support. Your donation made a lasting impact on our students and helped create memories they will carry with them.","fullyFundedDate":1766155670438,"projectUrl":"project/lgbtq-student-councils-waffle-wednesday/9852840/","projectTitle":"LGBTQ Student Council's Waffle Wednesdays","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Laurynn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4829954_orig.jpg?crop=680,680,x51,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704900810862","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4829954"},{"teacherId":10334882,"projectId":9862734,"letterContent":"I want to express my gratitude for your generous donation of snacks. This support has been a tremendous help to our students. If they miss the opportunity to have breakfast at home, they can now rely on finding a quick snack such as protein bars, granola bars, and fruit bars.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, having snacks available throughout the day ensures that students can satisfy their hunger and stay focused in the classroom. Your contribution has made a real difference—my students truly appreciate it! They know they can depend on Ms. V to have something on hand to keep them energized and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and support.","fullyFundedDate":1762267582253,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-students/9862734/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. V","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10334882"},{"teacherId":10328212,"projectId":9855146,"letterContent":"Thank you kindly for your donations, my students and I appreciate your generosity and willingness to support us. I typically refill our snack bin every week to ensure an even distribution of the goodies. My students love to stop by during a slow period to grab a snack, and I always look forward to seeing their faces light up with satisfaction in seeing that our snack bin was replenished. I look forward to partnering with our donors again to continue funding this project because while my students may have other needs and desires, this project has tackled one of the biggest needs: food insecurity. I am grateful for the opportunity to provide for my students and even more grateful to donors like you who made this project possible. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1762653096176,"projectUrl":"project/stock-my-student-snack-box/9855146/","projectTitle":"Stock My Student Snack Box!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Warner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10328212"},{"teacherId":9492040,"projectId":9838763,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom Friendsgiving became a joyful and meaningful celebration for students who rarely get to experience shared meals or traditions in a school setting. The mac and cheeses, soups, and warm comfort foods you provided allowed us to create a space where students felt safe, valued, and connected. We used the meal as part of a community-building activity tied to our ELA work on gratitude narratives — students wrote short reflections about someone or something they appreciate, then shared their writing around the table. One student wrote, \"I've never had a school do this for us before,\" which perfectly captured the impact of your gift.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the food set up, their faces completely lit up. They were excited not just about eating together, but about the sense of belonging it created. For transfer high school students who are often reluctant, disconnected, or dealing with difficult circumstances, this moment of comfort and community meant everything.\r\n\r\nThe experience has carried over into our work. As we move into our next writing unit on personal memoirs, students are drawing on the Friendsgiving event as an example of community, gratitude, and positive memory. Their engagement has noticeably increased, and they've shown more willingness to share ideas and participate in discussions. Your support didn't just provide food; it helped strengthen our classroom culture and opened the door for more authentic writing and reflection. Thank you for helping create such a powerful moment for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1763481774188,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-friendsgiving-to-be-grateful-f/9838763/","projectTitle":"Classroom Friendsgiving to be Grateful For!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9492040_orig.jpg?crop=969,969,x0,y90&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737570302040","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9492040"},{"teacherId":5357758,"projectId":9543948,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity. Your support has made a meaningful difference in our school community. With the bulletin board materials you helped provide, we are now able to create vibrant, affirming displays that celebrate student identity, highlight perseverance, and reflect back to our students the strength and brilliance they already hold.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, this is the first time in their educational journey that they have seen their work, their voices, or their accomplishments showcased. Watching them light up when they see their poetry, projects, or personal successes proudly displayed has been incredibly powerful. These bulletin boards have become more than decoration — they are daily reminders that our students are seen, valued, and capable of greatness.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped create a space where students feel recognized and motivated, and we are already seeing how these visual celebrations boost confidence, engagement, and pride. Thank you for believing in our students and helping us build an environment that honors who they are and who they can become.","fullyFundedDate":1756597584232,"projectUrl":"project/building-belonging-highlighting-student/9543948/","projectTitle":"Building Belonging: Highlighting Student Growth and Identity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Melissa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5357758_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1583192473455","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5357758"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_106349","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":225,"numTeachers":19,"percentFrplEligible":83,"percentAsian":8,"percentBlack":50,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":3,"percentLatinx":33,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"11.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":53.2,"schoolId":106349,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Voyages Preparatory - South Queens on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Voyages Preparatory - South Queens","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/voyages-prep-south-queens/106349"}