{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Oakdale Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":26.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8571311,"projectId":6646926,"letterContent":"The STEM kits allowed for students to engage in learning that supported math and science curriculum. The hands on activities created opportunities for students to learn, while utilizing fine motor skills. The projects were very helpful in sparking interest to all students in STEM related fields. \r\n\r\nThe magazines helped students practice their reading in a lower pressure environment, while learning about current events. This also helped students think and discuss the impacts the events have on their current and future daily lives. Finding new ways to spark student interest in reading has become a crucial element in today's digital world.\r\n\r\nThank you for all of your support in achieving this project goal.","fullyFundedDate":1661794048805,"projectUrl":"project/steam-kits-current-events-magazine/6646926/","projectTitle":"STEAM Kits + Current Events Magazine","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ballard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8571311_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786553057861","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8571311"},{"teacherId":10072834,"projectId":10192304,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us strengthen our classroom pencil and supply system! My students were excited to see the new sharpeners, erasers, and supply organizer because they immediately understood how helpful these resources would be during our school day.\r\n\r\nThe automatic and manual sharpeners have given us reliable options for keeping pencils ready without unnecessary interruptions to instruction. The eraser toppers allow students to continue using pencils that might otherwise be discarded, while the supply organizer makes it easier for them to find and independently manage the materials they need. One of the greatest impacts has been seeing students take responsibility for our shared resources and help keep the system organized.\r\n\r\nThese tools may seem small, but they have helped our classroom routines run much more smoothly. Students can quickly prepare their materials, solve minor supply problems independently, and return their attention to learning. Moving forward, we will continue practicing responsibility and taking care of these shared supplies so they can support our classroom for a long time. Thank you for helping my students stay prepared, confident, and ready to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1776441219127,"projectUrl":"project/our-pencil-sharpener-is-tired-help-us-s/10192304/","projectTitle":"Our Pencil Sharpener is Tired, Help Us Stay Sharp!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10072834_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y247&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1770183132930","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/karla-ramirez"},{"teacherId":10072834,"projectId":10082303,"letterContent":"This project has already made a meaningful difference in our classroom. We are using the printer paper and ink to create practice materials, graphic organizers, assessments, and additional resources for students who need reteaching or extra support. Having these supplies readily available allows me to respond to my students' needs without worrying about whether we have enough paper or ink.\r\n\r\nThe construction paper has been especially exciting for my students. They were eager to see the variety of colors and immediately began imagining what they could create. One of my favorite moments has been watching students use the paper to turn their learning into colorful visual projects. It gives them an opportunity to demonstrate their understanding while also expressing their individual creativity.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, students will continue using these materials for hands-on projects, written practice, diagrams, and visual representations across subjects. These resources have given us more flexibility in how we learn and show our understanding. Thanks to our generous donors, my students have more opportunities to practice important skills, be creative, and feel confident in their work.","fullyFundedDate":1776452244510,"projectUrl":"project/paper-please/10082303/","projectTitle":"Paper Please","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10072834_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y247&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1770183132930","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/karla-ramirez"},{"teacherId":8579982,"projectId":9924911,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the huge impact you made on my classroom! Because of you, my students are able to collaborate, implement research backed methods for learning, grow in math, and learn how to work with others. It's made a huge difference in my classroom. At the end of the year, my students said that this was one of their favorite things that they did all year.\r\n\r\nThey were able to work together to noodle through problems that were too hard for them to grasp on their own. With success in this area, they were able to grow in their test scores and in community. This helped us to achieve a community of learning that was positive, growth based, and empowered my students.","fullyFundedDate":1769178026789,"projectUrl":"project/collaborative-math-centers/9924911/","projectTitle":"Collaborative Math Centers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kristin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8579982_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659908157618","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8579982"},{"teacherId":4199433,"projectId":10169092,"letterContent":"I want to thank you for bring such joy to my students. They enjoyed reading the book and enjoyed even more getting to put their names in the book. This book was able to open the carpet time to asking questions about Kindergarten. I believe with the help of this book we wew able to take some of the fear of moving foward a little less scary. \r\n\r\nThe parents were thrilled with receiving the book as well and were greatful for the special thought in them receiving it. Thank you for investing in their future.","fullyFundedDate":1774963654802,"projectUrl":"project/a-book-to-say-goodbye/10169092/","projectTitle":"A Book to Say Goodbye","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Heather","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4199433_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594426061288","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4199433"},{"teacherId":10072834,"projectId":10082326,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and providing us with new anchor chart materials! These resources have helped make important strategies, vocabulary, and examples more visible and accessible throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nMy students and I now create anchor charts together during instruction. Inviting students into the process allows them to share their thinking, record examples, and feel more connected to what they are learning. After each lesson, the charts remain displayed so students can refer to them while working independently or collaborating with classmates. It has been wonderful to see students look to the charts for support before asking for help, building their confidence and independence.\r\n\r\nThese materials have also allowed me to create and display anchor charts more effectively despite our limited wall space. As we move into new lessons and units, we will continue building our collection of charts and using them to connect new learning to previously taught skills. Thank you for helping us create a classroom where learning remains visible and students have the tools they need to succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1776121171865,"projectUrl":"project/anchor-charts-that-actually-stay-up/10082326/","projectTitle":"Anchor Charts That Actually Stay Up","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10072834_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y247&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1770183132930","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/karla-ramirez"},{"teacherId":4199433,"projectId":9977497,"letterContent":"Your donations have made a world of difference in my classroom. The little girl in the photo utilizes your donation every day. From making drawings to using the tape to make a laptop that opens and closes. Before your donation she was only doing art one time a week and now it is every day. \r\nWe have been able to make more class projects that both fun and engaging to the students. Having the correct materials make all the difference in running a postive classroom environment for a Transitional kindergarten.","fullyFundedDate":1769178028580,"projectUrl":"project/the-tk-art-project/9977497/","projectTitle":"The TK Art Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Heather","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4199433_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594426061288","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4199433"},{"teacherId":8579982,"projectId":9828308,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly kind and generous donations! I am deeply grateful for your support and belief in my students and our classroom. Because of you, our learning environment has been enriched in meaningful, tangible ways that are already making a lasting impact on student engagement and understanding.\r\n\r\nThe students were beyond excited when the materials arrived. There is something truly special about seeing their faces light up when they realize that someone they may never meet took the time to invest in their education. That sense of being supported and valued goes a long way in building confidence and motivation, and your generosity has helped create that feeling from the very first day we began using these resources.\r\n\r\nOne of the biggest successes so far has been our use of the paper for coloring comprehension pages in English Language Arts. These activities have transformed reading comprehension into something interactive, creative, and accessible for all learners. Students are able to slow down, think deeply about what they read, and visually represent their understanding in a way that feels enjoyable rather than overwhelming. Many students who are typically hesitant readers have been more willing to participate and share their thinking because the activity feels inviting and low-pressure.\r\n\r\nIn addition to ELA, we have already incorporated this paper into math review lessons. Students have used it to show their problem-solving steps, create visual models, and work through concepts collaboratively. Being able to write, draw, erase, revise, and explain their thinking has strengthened both their confidence and their mathematical reasoning. The flexibility of these materials has allowed me to differentiate instruction and meet students exactly where they are academically.\r\n\r\nWe have also used the paper for collaborative group projects that deepen understanding across core subjects. Working together, students have created posters, concept maps, and visual summaries that encourage discussion, teamwork, and critical thinking. These projects have sparked meaningful conversations, peer teaching moments, and a sense of shared responsibility for learning. Your support has helped foster a classroom culture where creativity, collaboration, and curiosity are encouraged daily.\r\n\r\nBeyond the academic benefits, your donation has sent a powerful message to my students: that their learning matters. Knowing that people in the community care about their education has been incredibly uplifting for them. It has reinforced the idea that they are capable, worthy, and supported—an invaluable lesson that extends far beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping my students advance their learning in such a meaningful way. Your generosity has made a real difference, not only in the resources we use, but in the enthusiasm, confidence, and joy my students bring to their work each day. I truly appreciate your kindness and support, and I know my students will continue to benefit from it for a long time to come.","fullyFundedDate":1762266296743,"projectUrl":"project/paper-for-progress/9828308/","projectTitle":"Paper for Progress","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kristin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8579982_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659908157618","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8579982"},{"teacherId":4199433,"projectId":9250339,"letterContent":"I apologize for the late thank you, we had a little work to do before we could start using your wonderful gift. Now that we have began using your gift the students have started understanding that it is okay to have big feelings. With the tools that you supported us with, my students are going to learn much with these books and the antimated plushies. I have a handful of students that are going to benefit from the lessons in the books and the scripted dialog make it easy for the class to follow.","fullyFundedDate":1751482445633,"projectUrl":"project/a-little-spot-for-big-feelings/9250339/","projectTitle":"A Little Spot for Big Feelings","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Heather","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4199433_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594426061288","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4199433"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_32801","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":559,"numTeachers":27,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":24,"percentBlack":16,"percentWhite":18,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":27,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":1,"percentMultiracialImputed":10,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"20.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":73.8,"schoolId":32801,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Oakdale Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Oakdale Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/twin-rivers-unified-school-district/oakdale-elementary-school/32801"}