{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Oak Grove Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":70.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":145135,"projectId":9906723,"letterContent":"Thank you dearly for supporting my \"Bigger Laptop Screen for STEM and STEAM Projects!\" project request! Since we received this beautiful touchscreen device, my ESE students have been creating and completing assignments and projects with ease and speed. They love using their fingers to click and swipe, as it gives them more leverage and accessibility. \r\nThe voice-to-speech/text, combined with the bigger font and touchscreen options, makes learning with a device fun and engaging. My students still pair up during class, but it is still less stressful with this added device.","fullyFundedDate":1763573025572,"projectUrl":"project/bigger-laptop-screen-for-stem-and-steam/9906723/","projectTitle":"Bigger Laptop Screen for STEM and STEAM Projects!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aming","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp145135_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1516402423753","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gracenotes"},{"teacherId":145135,"projectId":10194574,"letterContent":"Thank you dearly for funding this beautiful HP laptop. Even though it is not a touchscreen laptop, its speed is so incredible and setting it up was painless for my students and me. We got it today and already, my students were working on their compositions on Quavered music. My students and I are elated at its size, speed and durability (so far). My music classroom is further enhanced because of your generosity. There are so many music programs that require memory storage that most of my older devices do not have. You have helped us bridge the digital gap, and we are grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1777989356712,"projectUrl":"project/technology-needed-for-documenting-kindne/10194574/","projectTitle":"Technology Needed for Documenting Kindness in Our Community!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aming","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp145135_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1516402423753","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gracenotes"},{"teacherId":145135,"projectId":10128332,"letterContent":"Thank you dearly for the laptop! My students have been using this beautiful device to complete music lessons in Quaver Music and work on their compositions. Some students who never seemed to care for learning notes and note values, are now actively learning them through the excellent Quaver music games format that makes learning up read music, a lot of fun. My chess students now have an extra device to practice their tactics and we are not tripling up as before . Thank you for enhancing my classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1772555353389,"projectUrl":"project/technology-needed-for-band-and-chess-tea/10128332/","projectTitle":"Technology Needed for Band and Chess Team!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aming","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp145135_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1516402423753","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gracenotes"},{"teacherId":145135,"projectId":9906773,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding this computer project! The last desktop I had for my students, died on us last school year and it was quite a challenge without it. Thanks to your dedication to public schools, your donations allowed me to get this beautiful miniature computer that fits perfectly in the small room space I have in the back of the music classroom. Thank you for enhancing my students' learning environment and allowing them easier access to technology that they truly deserve. Since we received this computer, my students are able to complete assessments and assignments and also work on their compositions on Quaver Ed music.","fullyFundedDate":1763566984393,"projectUrl":"project/a-mini-desktop-computer-for-steam-oh-my/9906773/","projectTitle":"A Mini Desktop Computer for STEAM? Oh My!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aming","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp145135_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1516402423753","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gracenotes"},{"teacherId":145135,"projectId":9922509,"letterContent":"Thank you for fully supporting and donating to my \"Playing Soprano Recorders for Our Community Outreach Performance!\" project request! My students were so excited when they received these beautiful recorders. Because of you, we will be able to have a promotion celebration with descant recorders included. \r\n\r\nThe recorders were given to my second-graders and students who were new to our school. Most of these students never had an instrument to call their own, but thanks to you, they do. We are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1765038374253,"projectUrl":"project/playing-soprano-recorders-for-our-commun/9922509/","projectTitle":"Playing Soprano Recorders for Our Community Outreach Performance!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aming","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp145135_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1516402423753","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gracenotes"},{"teacherId":4306362,"projectId":9870633,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the Pyle Portable PA System! Our Tiny Tigers are absolutely thrilled. This tool is already making our classroom activities more interactive and accessible for every student. n our Head Start classroom, we focus heavily on building confidence and communication. This \"magic microphone\" has turned our shyest speakers into confident like J. and M. Whether we are practicing our phonics, singing our morning songs, or making classroom announcements, your gift is helping us find our voices—literally!\r\nWe truly appreciate your kindness and your commitment to helping our little learners grow. Thank you for making a difference!\r\n\r\nBest regards,","fullyFundedDate":1765452328971,"projectUrl":"project/shake-it-off-tigers/9870633/","projectTitle":"Shake it Off Tigers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. M. Pierre","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4306362_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663900323399","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hsms-pierre"},{"teacherId":10171639,"projectId":9955483,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of the Cricut machine. Your support has truly made a meaningful difference in my Pre-K classroom, and I'm excited to share how we are using this amazing resource.\r\n\r\nSince receiving the Cricut, my students and I have been using it daily to support letter recognition, early literacy, and hands-on learning. One of our favorite projects has been creating personalized letter activities where each child practices identifying the letters in their name using colorful, tactile cutouts. We've also made alphabet cards, matching games, and visual aids that help reinforce letter sounds in a fun and engaging way. These materials have been especially helpful for my students who learn best through hands-on and visual experiences.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the Cricut and the materials we created with it, their excitement was priceless. They were amazed to see how letters and shapes \"came to life,\" and many of them couldn't wait to use the new activities. I've noticed increased engagement, longer attention spans, and a boost in confidence as students proudly recognize letters and sounds they once struggled with.\r\n\r\nBy supporting this project, you gave our students a glimpse into creativity, technology, and joyful learning. As our next steps, we will continue using the Cricut to expand our current lessons by creating sight-word activities, fine-motor practice materials, and social-emotional learning tools such as feelings charts and classroom rules visuals. These projects will continue to support my students' academic growth while making learning meaningful and exciting.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in my students and for being a part of our classroom journey. Your generosity is felt every","fullyFundedDate":1769463505667,"projectUrl":"project/building-little-readers-creating-litera/9955483/","projectTitle":"Building Little Readers: Creating Literacy Experiences","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. VILLALTA","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10171639_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755417178547","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10171639"},{"teacherId":4306362,"projectId":9868916,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of Pre-K science materials. Your support is making a meaningful difference in our classroom by giving our young learners hands-on opportunities to explore, and discover and get curious to the world around them.\r\nBecause of your kindness, our Pre-K students are engaging in age-appropriate science activities that spark curiosity, and build a strong foundation for lifelong learning. These materials help make learning exciting and accessible for our children.\r\nWe are truly grateful for your commitment to early education and for investing in the future of our children. Your generosity is deeply appreciated and will have a lasting impact.","fullyFundedDate":1762132677573,"projectUrl":"project/steam-for-tiny-tigers/9868916/","projectTitle":"STEAM for Tiny Tigers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. M. Pierre","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4306362_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663900323399","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hsms-pierre"},{"teacherId":10171639,"projectId":9580488,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, this project has made a meaningful and visible difference in our classroom. Although many of you use technology at home, the way we integrate it into our school day is very intentional, developmentally appropriate, and deeply connected to how young children learn.\r\nThe new tools allow my students to practice essential early-learning skills in engaging, interactive ways. They can explore letters, numbers, patterns, and storytelling through hands-on activities that respond to their choices. This type of technology supports multiple learning styles—visual, auditory, and kinesthetic—helping each child remain focused and motivated. It also gives me real-time data, so I can quickly see which skills need reinforcement and provide more \r\nWithout a doubt, the interactive features are their favorite part.","fullyFundedDate":1764643782120,"projectUrl":"project/little-learners-big-letters-building/9580488/","projectTitle":"Little Learners, Big Letters: “Building ABC Skills on Our Whiteboard”","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. VILLALTA","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10171639_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755417178547","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10171639"},{"teacherId":145135,"projectId":9151591,"letterContent":"Thank you tremendously for your outpour of love, generosity, and support of my \"Gearing Up for Super Nationals!\" project! We came away with 5 individual medals and a team trophy for Supernationals! The students were so proud, and they looked as good as they performed in their chess attire. Thank you for supporting this project, as we needed to get uniform team clothing for this once every 5 years super chess event. Over 1500 children were competing, and it was a relief to have the students in team uniforms as we were able to easily identify them.","fullyFundedDate":1742916947733,"projectUrl":"project/gearing-up-for-super-nationals/9151591/","projectTitle":"Gearing Up for Super Nationals!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aming","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp145135_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1516402423753","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gracenotes"},{"teacherId":145135,"projectId":8897949,"letterContent":"Thank you from my students and me for supporting our \"Shirts for Our Taki Chess Team!\" project request. Apart from my students loving the Takis snacks you donated to them, they were very proud to have new chess shirts for the Districts tournament. My students really did their best and placed in the top five for team as well as individual categories in the K-3 and K-5 sections. Because of their excellent performance, they will qualify to be sponsored by our district and compete again in the next school year.","fullyFundedDate":1740153820487,"projectUrl":"project/shirts-for-our-taki-chess-team/8897949/","projectTitle":"Shirts for Our Taki Chess Team!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aming","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp145135_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1516402423753","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gracenotes"},{"teacherId":4306362,"projectId":9293833,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Ninja Slushy project! Your contribution helped bring refreshing fun and cool relief to our students during the hottest days of the season. The Machines are more than just a fun treat. They've become a source of joy, motivation, and encouragement for children who often face challenges outside of school. Having this simple reward gives them an extra reason to come to class, stay focused, and work hard toward their goals.Our classroom has been filled with joy and anticipation as students look forward to creating healthy, delicious Slushy together. \r\nThank you for making a lasting difference in the lives of our students!","fullyFundedDate":1746729966069,"projectUrl":"project/ninja-slushy-cooling-edition/9293833/","projectTitle":"Ninja Slushy: Cooling Edition","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. M. 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