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East Side Community School
New York, NY
More than half of students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

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South Bronx Students Find Success Through Soccer!
Funded Apr 2, 2016
When I began this project I honestly had my doubts that it would ever be funded. When you constantly face so many adversities and challenges, it is easy to lose hope. My boys are genuinely good children, but they are consistently dealing with the hardships of poverty, conditions that limit every facet of their lives.Many of them were so lost, not having a sense of hope for their lives because they had nothing to look forward to. I started the soccer team because I knew we were lacking something special. We needed something beautiful that can bring kids together and build a family that cares for them.
Our team has become exactly that: a family. And although we didn't have the supplies or materials we needed, we supported each other and cared each other no matter the circumstances. Because of your generosity and support, you will show our boys that there is so much beauty in this world, and that there are kind, caring people in this world that have so much love to give. I thank you with all my heart for believing in us. And look forward to showing you the impact you've had. Thank you!”
With gratitude,
Mr. De Jesus
This classroom project was brought to life by DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation - Sports Matter and 9 other donors.

My students are mostly comprised of students from Ghana, Gambia, Nigeria, Mexico, Peru, and the United States. They are the true definition of a team, walking to classes and throughout the hallways of our school together as a group. Our boys’ soccer team is known throughout our school as the closest group of any team, consistently helping each other with their academics, and practicing together after school. They speak numerous languages and constantly joke around with each other when they try teaching each other their native language. Our school is considered a small school in the south Bronx. We share the building with another high school, limiting our space and resources (such as the sharing gym space). We have stellar, dedicated groups of teachers that volunteer and facilitate after school programs. Although our funding is limited, we try to provide our students with as many extra-curricular activities outside the classroom.

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