{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Redbud Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":17.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3857278,"projectId":10325329,"letterContent":"This funded project has already made such a positive impact on our classroom! One of my favorite additions has been the flashlights that my students use for our special Friday flashlight reading time. This has quickly become something they look forward to each week, and it has made reading feel exciting and special. The large paper has also allowed me to create colorful, student-friendly anchor charts that we can use throughout our lessons. Having these visual resources displayed around the room helps make learning more accessible and gives students something meaningful to refer back to when they need a little extra support.\r\n\r\nThe origami paper has given my students another creative outlet and has been a fun way to incorporate hands-on activities into our classroom. The plants have made our classroom feel more welcoming, peaceful, and calming, creating a space where students can feel comfortable and ready to learn. Finally, the colorful stools for my teacher table have added a fun pop of color while making our small-group learning space more inviting. Each of these items may seem simple on its own, but together they have helped create a classroom that is engaging, colorful, comfortable, and full of opportunities for students to learn and grow. I am so grateful for the generosity that made these additions possible!","fullyFundedDate":1786542226174,"projectUrl":"project/we-are-a-rainbow-of-possibilities/10325329/","projectTitle":"We Are a Rainbow of Possibilities!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Van Huss","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3857278_orig.jpg?crop=604,604,x0,y18&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1645734837032","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3857278"},{"teacherId":3008722,"projectId":10498460,"letterContent":"Our new puzzle table and puzzles have already made such a positive impact in our classroom! When my students first saw the new puzzles and realized they would have a special space to work on them, they were so excited. They immediately wanted to choose a puzzle, work together, and see how quickly they could complete it!\r\n\r\nThe puzzle table has quickly become a favorite spot for early finishers. Instead of simply waiting for the next activity or turning to a screen, students can use that extra time to work on a puzzle. I have loved watching them problem-solve together, encourage one another, and celebrate when they finally find that tricky piece. It has also been a huge hit during indoor recess, providing a fun, screen-free way for students to relax and connect with their classmates.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through the school year, we will keep rotating puzzles so students have new challenges to look forward to. My hope is that this space continues to encourage perseverance, cooperation, and problem-solving while also giving my students a place to slow down, connect, and simply enjoy being together. Thank you for helping us create such a special and well-loved space in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1787163450675,"projectUrl":"project/puzzle-power-building-problem-solving-s/10498460/","projectTitle":"Puzzle Power: Building Problem-Solving Skills for Early Finishers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Long","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3008722_orig.jpg?crop=633,633,x629,y291&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667503398072","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/s-long"},{"teacherId":8317431,"projectId":9635438,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations! My math students were elated when I showed them how we would be using Jenga to help us with math. It allowed me to differentiate so every student felt success. My students were engaged, were building their confidence, and were having fun learning math! I couldn't provide these activities and resources without your help! My hope for my future project is to target activities for my more advance math students. I want to provide engaging, yet challenging activities for those students. I appreciate your support for my students, my classroom, and me as an educator.","fullyFundedDate":1757523382226,"projectUrl":"project/math-centers-to-grow-problem-solvers-in/9635438/","projectTitle":"Math Centers to Grow Problem-solvers in 5th-grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Claussen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8317431_orig.png?crop=665,665,x0,y8&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1644012730399","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8317431"},{"teacherId":4589330,"projectId":10266319,"letterContent":"I can't wait for students to walk into my classroom and see these beautiful novel sets!\r\n\r\nApproaching reading with gifted students can illicit one of two reactions... Excitement or absolute distain. Using my \"book in a day\" reading method divides up the amount of content each student must consume, and makes them feel like an expert on the chapter or chapters that they did get assigned. This allows them to be the one to convey all the messaging within that particular section and make them feel empowered as an expert, unable to teach their peers when it comes time to share their content. \r\n\r\nI've had great success with creating a joy of reading with this format, and I hope that Redbud students will feel it all the same!","fullyFundedDate":1778083991854,"projectUrl":"project/reading-for-leading/10266319/","projectTitle":"Reading for Leading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cook","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4589330_orig.jpg?crop=787,787,x278,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1625184038957","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/marticook"},{"teacherId":9171722,"projectId":7645456,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our classroom. Your kindness and willingness to support our students means more than I can express. Every item you donated has helped create a learning environment where my students feel comfortable, engaged, and successful.\r\n\r\nThe students I serve have unique sensory needs, and these resources provide opportunities for them to learn, explore, and regulate in ways that are both meaningful and enjoyable. Seeing their excitement as they use these materials and watching them participate in activities that meet their individual needs has been incredibly rewarding. Moments like these remind me how much the right tools can make a difference in a child's school day.\r\n\r\nYour generosity extends far beyond this school year. These items will continue to benefit many students for years to come, providing countless opportunities for learning, growth, and joyful experiences in our classroom. You have invested not only in supplies, but in the success, confidence, and well-being of every child who walks through our door.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for choosing to support a classroom where these resources truly make a lasting impact. Your generosity has made a real difference, and we are deeply grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1691769080880,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-items-for-super-students/7645456/","projectTitle":"Sensory Items for Super Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hval","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9171722_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691693982739","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9171722"},{"teacherId":4589330,"projectId":10020326,"letterContent":"My students have enjoyed our simple machine unit so much more with the addition of these kids. We spend our time learning about levers, pulleys, wedges, wheels, incline planes, and screws. We then always apply our knowledge to making chain reactions similar to Rue Goldberg machines. Once upon a time I used to use trash, and the students would get fairly frustrated wishing they had more specific parts. These kids have solved the problem! Every group has been on task with a giant smile on their face. Thank you for making engineering such a magical experience for my gifted and talented classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1771616086478,"projectUrl":"project/ramps-pulleys-and-gears-oh-my/10020326/","projectTitle":"Ramps, Pulleys, and Gears, Oh My!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cook","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4589330_orig.jpg?crop=787,787,x278,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1625184038957","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/marticook"},{"teacherId":9171642,"projectId":9537389,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation. Your support has made a meaningful and lasting impact in our classroom. My students are truly thriving in their reading development because of the supplies you provided. I use these materials every single day during our literacy small groups, and they have quickly become essential tools in our routine.\r\n\r\nThe students are especially excited about the hands-on learning opportunities your donation has made possible. These interactive materials keep them engaged, motivated, and eager to practice their reading skills. It has been incredible to watch their confidence grow as they master new skills and discover a love for reading.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, 18 kindergarten students are receiving the resources and experiences they need to become confident, skillful readers. Your generosity has created opportunities that will benefit them far beyond this school year, and I am truly grateful for the difference you've made. Thank you for supporting our classroom and helping our young learners shine.","fullyFundedDate":1755722799438,"projectUrl":"project/big-smiles-little-readerslearning-to-r/9537389/","projectTitle":"Big Smiles, Little Readers—learning to Read Is Pure Joy!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Haynes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9171642_orig.jpg?crop=815,815,x0,y336&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786915691863","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9171642"},{"teacherId":4589330,"projectId":9545005,"letterContent":"My students and I have been able to utilize so many of the resources you help purchase! We have played games, read books, explored with robots, and we are looking forward to digging in to circuit boards in December\r\n\r\nI am continually gob smacked by the outpouring of care and concern that donors choose donors show my classroom again and again every school year.\r\n\r\nIt is a joy to get to see my students face light up every time a new package arrives in our classroom. They always get so jealous if I tell them it's for another grade or class section. You are contributing to their excitement!","fullyFundedDate":1755717927591,"projectUrl":"project/gifted-restock/9545005/","projectTitle":"Gifted Restock","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cook","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4589330_orig.jpg?crop=787,787,x278,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1625184038957","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/marticook"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_127625","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":827,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":14,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":71,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":10,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":12,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":82.8,"schoolId":127625,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Redbud Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Redbud Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/oklahoma/edmond-public-schools/redbud-elementary-school/127625"}