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This 5-tray dehydrator, with its digital timer and temperature controls, is exactly what we need to preserve our bounty so it can be transported and enjoyed at home without spoiling. Food-Safe Gloves and Funnels: These supplies have turned our harvest days into a practical, real-world lesson in culinary hygiene. Students are actively learning and practicing vital food safety compliance rules while processing and packaging their dried herbs and spices. Teamwork and Communication: Diving enthusiastically into everything from building garden beds and moving soil to planting seeds, our students are learning how to collaborate, communicate clearly, and accomplish group goals as a unified team.\r\nBeyond the tactical skills of gardening and food preservation, this project is fostering an incredible sense of pride, ownership, and an admirable work ethic among the students. My ultimate goal is to see this positive, productive energy and focus transfer directly into their other academic areas, and your gift has provided the exact bridge needed to make that connection real. \r\nThank you once again for investing in our students, fueling their incredible enthusiasm, and helping them taste the literal rewards of their hard work.","fullyFundedDate":1777567449661,"projectUrl":"project/herbs-and-spice-galore-oh-my/10215137/","projectTitle":"Herbs and Spice Galore! Oh My!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rednour","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2588257_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1527712526038","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teresa-rednour"},{"teacherId":2588257,"projectId":10217493,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support of our \"Water, Shade, and a Trim\" project. Your investment has directly transformed our expanded school garden into a thriving, sustainable outdoor classroom where our students are eager to get their hands dirty and learn about the lifecycle of plants. \r\nBefore your gift, our young gardeners were struggling with outdated tools that couldn't keep up with their enthusiasm. Because of your kindness, our students now have access to a living laboratory equipped with professional-grade tools that are making a measurable impact on their education every single day:100ft Garden Hose & Reel: Our students can now easily reach and hydrate every single plant, even those in the farthest corners of our expanded garden. Utilizing the hose reel has also taught them the practical importance of safety and organization by keeping our walkways clear of tripping hazards. Adjustable Nozzles: These tools have turned watering time into a hands-on lesson in environmental stewardship. Students are actively learning water conservation by switching between a gentle mist for tiny sprouts and a steady stream for established bushes. Greenhouse Hoops & Shade Cloth: This setup acts as a protective shield against harsh, unpredictable weather. By shielding our plants from the scorching afternoon sun, it has successfully extended our growing season, allowing students to see their hard work pay off even as the weather changes. Premium Garden Shears: Pruning has quickly become a favorite activity. These high-quality, ergonomic shears allow the children to make clean, healthy cuts without straining their hands, giving them a practical understanding of plant health and maintenance. \r\nYour support did far more than just buy equipment; it provided these students with invaluable, real-world lessons in biology, responsibility, and the tangible rewards of hard work. You have truly helped our garden—and our students—grow. \r\nThank you once again for your extraordinary belief in our young gardeners and your commitment to enriching their education.","fullyFundedDate":1778126570067,"projectUrl":"project/water-shade-and-a-trim/10217493/","projectTitle":"Water, Shade, and a Trim","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rednour","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2588257_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1527712526038","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teresa-rednour"},{"teacherId":1398768,"projectId":10175444,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of books for our classroom library. These books supplement our reading curriculum. Our students love having more than one copy in our classroom library. They especially love to read with a partner. Seeing them huddle together to share stories and discuss their favorite characters has brought a whole new energy to our daily reading time. Your kindness has not only expanded our shelves, but it has also sparked a genuine joy for reading across our entire room. We are truly grateful for your support and investment in our learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1775606301689,"projectUrl":"project/the-joy-of-reading/10175444/","projectTitle":"The Joy Of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Scott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1398768"},{"teacherId":8562250,"projectId":10388313,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! The sensory toys, sanitizer, Lysol wipes, and healthy snacks have already made a meaningful difference for my students. We use the sensory toys throughout the school day to help students regulate their emotions, calm their bodies, and refocus when they are feeling overwhelmed or need a short break. The sanitizer and wipes help us keep our classroom clean and healthy, while the snacks ensure that students have something nutritious when they are hungry and need a little extra energy to stay focused. When my students first saw the new sensory toys and snacks, they were so excited! Their smiles and eagerness to explore the new materials showed just how valuable these simple resources are in creating a welcoming classroom environment.\r\n\r\nThese supplies are helping us create a classroom where students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn. A student who may have difficulty concentrating can use a sensory toy to help regain focus, and having a healthy snack available can make a big difference for a student who is struggling with hunger. We will continue using these resources throughout the school year as we work on building independence, practicing self-regulation, and developing positive learning habits. I am incredibly grateful for your kindness and generosity. You have helped provide my students with more than just classroom supplies—you have helped create an environment where they can feel comfortable, cared for, and prepared to succeed. Thank you for making a difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1787168107386,"projectUrl":"project/reset-refuel-return-to-learn/10388313/","projectTitle":"\"Reset, Refuel, Return to Learn\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Clemens","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8562250_orig.jpg?crop=572,572,x0,y45&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692989617917","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8562250"},{"teacherId":1019734,"projectId":10291765,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our project! Because of your generosity, my second graders have the hands-on supplies they need to stay engaged, collaborate, and thrive in their daily lessons.\r\n\r\nHaving a well-stocked classroom makes a world of difference. Your gift provides us with the tools to succeed and allows me to focus on helping each child reach their full potential. We are so grateful for your support!\r\n\r\nThank you for contributing to my students and their education. Your support of my classroom and education is an inspiration to me. You are amazing!","fullyFundedDate":1787168102349,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-you-say/10291765/","projectTitle":"Supplies You Say!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Luebbert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1019734_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x401,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603406377932","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jackieluebbert"},{"teacherId":1019734,"projectId":10291200,"letterContent":"Words cannot express how grateful I am for your incredible generosity. Thanks to your support, our classroom now has beautiful picture frames to display my second graders' achievements and awards!\r\n\r\nThe pride on my students' faces when they see their accomplishments framed and honored is truly unforgettable. Framing their hard work elevates their success, boosts their self-confidence, and shows them that their effort is worth celebrating. You haven't just funded frames—you've helped create an environment where my students feel valued, inspired, and motivated to keep doing their best.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and making a lasting impact on my students' self-esteem and education!","fullyFundedDate":1787168106093,"projectUrl":"project/picture-this/10291200/","projectTitle":"Picture This!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Luebbert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1019734_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x401,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603406377932","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jackieluebbert"},{"teacherId":1019734,"projectId":10222014,"letterContent":"Many of my second graders currently lack access to books at home. 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They especially enjoy the comfortable padding and get excited whenever they have the opportunity to use them. Having their own quality headphones helps students stay focused, block out distractions, and fully engage in reading, learning programs, and other activities on their computers.\r\n\r\nIt has been so rewarding to see how something as simple as a comfortable pair of headphones can make students more excited and confident about learning. Because of your kindness, my students have the tools they need to concentrate and be successful.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping make our classroom a more focused, comfortable, and exciting place to learn. We truly appreciate your support!","fullyFundedDate":1778126569923,"projectUrl":"project/tune-in-to-learning-headphones-for-focu/10189867/","projectTitle":"Tune in to Learning: Headphones for Focused Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Leo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8379147"},{"teacherId":7760986,"projectId":10296093,"letterContent":"Thank you for the donation of tuners. Students are reinforcing life skills of \"righty tighty and lefty loosey\" all while being immersed in playing their instruments. We have been in school for 3 full weeks and 6th grade students were so excited to jump right in and learn how to tune. \r\n\r\nThe snark tuners will help with developing their student ears and pitch memory that will continue on with their musical journey. Snark tuners also give a visual reference to assist. It has also provided independence for these students. \r\n\r\nStudents will eventually have enough practice to help with leadership opportunities with tuning younger students tune before concerts.","fullyFundedDate":1779296345091,"projectUrl":"project/tune-down-for-what/10296093/","projectTitle":"Tune Down for What","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Boykan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7760986_orig.jpg?crop=959,959,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661214991487","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7760986"},{"teacherId":1398768,"projectId":10007207,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom library. Your gift allows our students to engage in whole-class literacy studies and explore Arizona history in Social Studies with an expanded collection of Arizona Native American books. Our students love reading with a partner and having multiple copies of books enables each partner to have their own copy to read. It is a real treasure to have rich, local stories to discover our state's heritage. Your support has brought incredible energy to our reading time, and we are deeply grateful for your investment in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1773837581037,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-library/10007207/","projectTitle":"Classroom Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Scott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1398768"},{"teacherId":8370128,"projectId":10188404,"letterContent":"I would like to take the time to thank you again for making a big donation towards our project. I decided I needed to upgrade where the students sit every day. The kids sit majority of our day at our tables and when they are wiggly and unstable it can be super hard to focus on their learning. Now that we have sturdy tables we are focused and ready to learn. The color as well makes them so nice to look at. 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About this school
Edison Elementary School is
an urban public school
in Mesa, Arizona that is part of Mesa Public Schools.
It serves 514 students
in grades Pre-K - 6 with a student/teacher ratio of 14.3:1.
Its teachers have had 573 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
Supporting this school will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.
Public School
Title 1
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Grades Pre-K - 6
514 Students
36 Teachers
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77%
of students are Black, Latino, Native
American, or Asian
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Last updated Sep 28, 2026
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Edison Elementary School
$384,147
raised using DonorsChoose
573
projects
funded
56
teachers
funded
413
donors
77
projects
for
basic supplies
75
projects for
technology
133
projects for
books
33
projects
for
art supplies
Edison Elementary School has received support from
292 individuals from Arizona and
121 individuals out-of-state.