HITN donated 50 iPads to Divine Mercy Catholic Academy, enhancing digital learning for K-8 students in Ozone Park, Queens. This initiative highlights HITN’s commitment to expanding digital access and enriching educational opportunities in underserved communities.

Maria Guzman-Paczkowski & Mike Nieves

This donation supports Divine Mercy’s mission to promote academic excellence within a faith-based environment. The iPads empower students to deepen their learning, engage with interactive educational content, and build essential digital skills. “Our children will use them wisely, enhancing their education and inspiring them toward college and good careers. We’re very grateful for this contribution, which forges a meaningful connection to the Nieves family, a valued part of our community,” said Sister Francis Marie Wystepek, C.S.F.N., Principal of Divine Mercy Catholic Academy.

HITN President and CEO Michael D. Nieves, a member of St. Barbara Roman Catholic Church in Brooklyn, emphasized the organization’s dedication to empowering students through technology: “At HITN, we believe that access to technology is crucial to academic success and lifelong learning. By providing these devices, we support each student’s educational journey at Divine Mercy Catholic Academy and reaffirm our commitment to promoting digital equity within the community.”

Divine Mercy Catholic Academy remains dedicated to nurturing the growth of each student—spiritually, intellectually, and ethically. This donation from HITN complements the school’s mission to equip students with the skills and values essential for future success.