{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Grove Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":44.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3086382,"projectId":9864321,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity, every student in my class now will have their own copy of our read-aloud books—and it will make such a difference! Before, students just listened. Now, they will be able to follow along, touch the pages, and really feel part of the story.\r\nThese books will also help us practice important reading skills like:\r\n\r\n- Understanding the story better by seeing the words as we read.\r\n- Learning new words and how to say them.\r\n- Reading with confidence when we take turns reading aloud.\r\n- Talking about big ideas like what characters feel and why things happen.\r\n\r\nReading time in our classroom will be full of excitement! \r\nThank you for giving my students the chance to love reading in a whole new way. You didn't just give us books—you gave us JOY!!!!","fullyFundedDate":1764770432373,"projectUrl":"project/opening-doors-through-books/9864321/","projectTitle":"Opening Doors Through Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Puleo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3086382_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743785176143","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3086382"},{"teacherId":359485,"projectId":9345742,"letterContent":"Such an exciting arrival! We unboxed the shipment with a ceremonious drum roll and each item was met with joyous cheers! These innovative stools are sturdy, yet simultaneously \"wobbly\" - allowing students to sway as they sit. This feature stems from research showing that when we engage students' whole bodies, their minds follow. The stools will serve as a seating option at a kidney-shaped table. Having control over your environment does wonders for one's subconscious sense of safety. Flexible seating gives students choice and control. These resources are ideal for students with ADHD. However, ALL students can benefit from the stools. I'm sure even adults would love them too! Thanks again for sharing your love of learning, reading, and children with me! We are honored that you chose us to receive your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1750710916163,"projectUrl":"project/wiggly-whoo-hoo/9345742/","projectTitle":"Wiggly Whoo-hoo!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rhodes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp359485_orig.jpg?crop=1438,1439,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722540605983","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-rhodes"},{"teacherId":3058203,"projectId":9601196,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating toward my project that provides math manipulatives to students. When students can physically engage with mathematical ideas, it helps them better visualize number relationships, operations and patterns. \r\n\r\nMath manipulatives also do the following:\r\nBuild Conceptual Understanding: Students need to be able to see what math facts represent. Manipulatives allow students to see and touch quantities, fostering a deeper understanding of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.\r\n\r\nSupport Multiple Learning Styles: Many students are visual or hands on learners. The use of manipulatives provides an entry point for these students.\r\n\r\nEncourage Mathematical Thinking: The use of manipulatives allows students to explore and experiment with mathematical concepts. Students begin to develop strategies on how to solve problems and make relationships with the support of a visual.\r\n\r\nPromote Engagement: Math manipulatives make math more engaging for students. They get students away from just using paper and pencil to solve problems, but instead actually gets students interacting with the math problem.\r\n\r\nSince providing my students with these manipulatives, I have noticed a significant shift in their mindset toward math. Rather than saying, \"I don't know how to do this,\" students are now more likely to dive in and try solving unfamiliar problems on their own, confident that they have tools to support their thinking. The manipulatives have become a valuable resource for students when it comes to making connections between concrete experiences and abstract concepts.","fullyFundedDate":1756673284792,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-math-building-understanding-th/9601196/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Math: Building Understanding Through Manipulatives","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Addison","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3058203_orig.jpg?crop=2095,2095,x0,y97&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756227739425","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3058203"},{"teacherId":3086382,"projectId":9234967,"letterContent":"Getting class sets of books for my 5th grade classroom will make a big difference for my students. Many of them don't have access to books at home, so having these in our room means everyone can read together. We'll use the books for group reading, class discussions, and learning new vocabulary. It will help students become stronger readers and give them more confidence in their reading skills.\r\n\r\nThese books will also help my students enjoy reading more. When they see characters like themselves or learn about new places and ideas, they get excited to read. Having books in the classroom makes it easier for students to pick up a book and read on their own. This project shows them that people care about their learning, and it will help future students too.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for supporting our classroom. Your generosity is helping build a love of reading that will last a lifetime!","fullyFundedDate":1744290663003,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-bright-minds/9234967/","projectTitle":"Books for Bright Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Puleo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3086382_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743785176143","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3086382"},{"teacherId":359485,"projectId":9037547,"letterContent":"Such an exciting arrival! We unboxed the shipment with a ceremonious drum roll and each item was met with joyous cheers! These innovative stools are sturdy, yet simultaneously \"wobbly\" - allowing students to sway as they sit. This feature stems from research showing that when we engage students' whole bodies, their minds follow. The stools will serve as a seating option at a kidney-shaped table. Having control over your environment does wonders for one's subconscious sense of safety. Flexible seating gives students choice and control. These resources are ideal for students with ADHD. However, ALL students can benefit from the stools. I'm sure even adults would love them too! Thanks again for sharing your love of learning, reading, and children with me! We are honored that you chose us to receive your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1739374639775,"projectUrl":"project/wiggly-whoo-hoo/9037547/","projectTitle":"Wiggly Whoo-Hoo!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rhodes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp359485_orig.jpg?crop=1438,1439,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722540605983","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-rhodes"},{"teacherId":7072147,"projectId":9025527,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for your generous donation of school supplies to my class. My gifted students were beyond excited to receive your support, and it truly made a difference in their learning experience. One of the most engaging projects we worked on was centered around the figurative masks we wear, exploring how we present ourselves to the world and how that relates to our behaviors. The supplies you provided allowed us to dive deeply into this topic, as students used art to reflect on their own identities and those of their peers. This process not only sparked their creativity but also helped them develop a better understanding of their emotions and the actions of others, fostering greater empathy among them.\r\n\r\nThe students especially loved painting and decorating their masks, using vibrant colors and unique designs to represent their deeper thoughts and feelings. This activity gave me a deeper insight into their personalities and allowed for meaningful conversations about human nature. Since art is not often incorporated into my classroom, this was a rare opportunity for my students to express themselves creatively. They were fully engaged in the lesson, and it's something they will remember for years to come. Your support provided more than just supplies—it enabled them to explore and express their identities in ways that were both educational and deeply personal. Thank you again for making this experience possible!","fullyFundedDate":1739374637451,"projectUrl":"project/the-masks-we-wear/9025527/","projectTitle":"The \"Masks\" We Wear","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hollander","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7072147"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_40745","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":558,"numTeachers":31,"percentFrplEligible":89,"percentAsian":6,"percentBlack":19,"percentWhite":18,"percentIndigenous":3,"percentLatinx":40,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"18.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":55.7,"schoolId":40745,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Grove Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Grove Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/oklahoma/union-public-schools/grove-elementary-school/40745"}