{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Oakcliff Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":32.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5291743,"projectId":9559027,"letterContent":"My students were absolutely thrilled to use the new flexible seating, construction paper and art center organizer, and the small group math and literacy games and manipulatives! The moment they walked into the classroom and saw the new materials, they were eager to explore and immediately began asking to use them during centers and small group time. The flexible seating has helped create a calm and comfortable learning environment where students can focus and collaborate more effectively.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments was watching students work together during math centers using the new hands-on manipulatives and games. They were excited to practice addition and problem-solving while actively engaging with their classmates. During literacy time, students enjoyed using the flexible seating options while completing reading and writing activities, which increased both their focus and enthusiasm for learning.\r\n\r\nThe new art and construction paper organizer has also made our classroom more organized and accessible. Students are now able to independently gather materials for creative projects, which encourages responsibility and creativity.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, these resources have made lessons more interactive, engaging, and student-centered. Moving forward, students will continue using the manipulatives during small group instruction and center rotations to strengthen foundational math and literacy skills while building confidence and independence in the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1760020782863,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-classroom-that-works-for-all/9559027/","projectTitle":"Creating a Classroom That Works for All Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Robinson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5291743_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746272248578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5291743"},{"teacherId":4266852,"projectId":9933645,"letterContent":"My students have been absolutely obsessed with our Fiber Arts club. I will see many of them throughout the day, at lunch, recess, etc, with a skein of yarn and a hook. Their classroom teachers have shared with me that many of the students that are in the club now focus on working on crochet rather than immediately asking to play on a computer when they are given free time. \r\n\r\nI mentioned in passing to our students that maybe we should do something for the community, and suggested perhaps making hats for babies in a NICU. The next thing I know, several of them were trying to figure out how to make tiny hats. \r\n\r\nSince I spend time with them, I can see their progress, but it is so gratifying when classroom teachers stop me in the hall to tell me how great they think it is that these students are putting so much effort into learning a new skill and wanting to share their creations with others. The donations you made to purchase supplies for our club has been greatly appreciated. All of the students cannot wait to create more and more and to show off their skills.","fullyFundedDate":1769025928269,"projectUrl":"project/fiber-arts-fun/9933645/","projectTitle":"Fiber Arts Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O'Rear-Ash","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4266852_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533818236840","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4266852"},{"teacherId":5705971,"projectId":9331569,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\nOn behalf of our kindergarten class, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous support in providing STEM supplies for our Maker Lab.\r\nThanks to your contributions, our classroom has been transformed into a space filled with creativity, exploration, and discovery. The students are absolutely loving the hands-on learning experiences—from building simple machines to experimenting with magnets and exploring basic coding concepts. The excitement on their faces when they enter the lab is priceless!\r\nThese resources have not only sparked curiosity but also helped foster collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills at an early age. It's incredible to watch our young learners engage with materials in ways that challenge their thinking and encourage them to ask questions about how the world works.\r\nYour generosity is truly making a lasting impact. You've helped create an environment where learning feels like play, and every day brings new opportunities for growth and wonder.\r\nWith sincere appreciation,\r\n[Atiya Thompson ]\r\nKindergarten Teacher\r\nOakcliff Trafitional Theme School","fullyFundedDate":1748457479940,"projectUrl":"project/the-maker-lab-where-ideas-come-to-life/9331569/","projectTitle":"The Maker Lab: Where Ideas Come to Life","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Thompson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5705971"},{"teacherId":5291743,"projectId":9314381,"letterContent":"When our new literacy and math resources arrived, my students could hardly contain their excitement. They immediately wanted to explore the phonics games, journals, and manipulatives, and it was such a joy to see their faces light up. These materials have quickly become part of our daily routine, giving students more confidence and making learning hands-on and fun. Even my quieter learners are participating more and showing pride in their work. Thank you for helping my kinders grow as readers, writers, and problem-solvers—we are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1746755857571,"projectUrl":"project/building-strong-foundations-literacy-m/9314381/","projectTitle":"Building Strong Foundations: Literacy, Math & Creativity in Kinder","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Robinson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5291743_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746272248578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5291743"},{"teacherId":7332538,"projectId":8326215,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of professional-grade crafting equipment and materials. These tools have transformed the way we create, decorate, and communicate in our learning environment.\r\nWith these resources, we've moved from hand-cutting every classroom label and display, to creating high-quality, customized materials that are both durable and engaging. The Cricut and Silhouette machines allow us to produce everything from student recognition displays to interactive learning boards, hallway signs, and even personalized items that celebrate student success throughout the year.\r\nThese tools also played a key role in developing our hallway community—a space where student work is celebrated and where every learner, especially our English Language Learners, can see themselves reflected in their school environment. With the help of the vinyl bundles and heat transfer materials, we've created vibrant visuals and motivational messages that are both inclusive and visually powerful.\r\nWhat used to take hours of hand-cutting and manual preparation can now be done with precision and efficiency, allowing more of our time to be spent with students—and on meaningful instructional planning. whether we're collaborating with other classrooms or working on school-wide initiatives; Your contribution has not only supported our classroom—it has elevated the creativity and culture of our entire team!","fullyFundedDate":1715196126796,"projectUrl":"project/immersive-experiences-for-kindergarten-s/8326215/","projectTitle":"Immersive Experiences for Kindergarten Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7332538_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x91,y153&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1713887939808","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7332538"},{"teacherId":7332538,"projectId":9043562,"letterContent":"On behalf of our Kindergarten students, I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support in providing essential classroom materials that have already made a meaningful difference in our students' learning experiences.\r\nThanks to your contribution, we received tools that set the students up to be successful moving forward in their education. There tools have become invaluable in our classroom. The interactive flash cards are especially engaging for young learners, helping them to build vocabulary, pronunciation, and confidence through visual and auditory input. Many of our ELL students are now independently practicing sight words with enthusiasm, often eager to show their progress to their peers and teachers.\r\nThe Pen Scanner has been instrumental in supporting students who struggle with decoding text, particularly those showing early signs of dyslexia. This tool allows them to hear printed text read aloud, helping them better understand classroom content and participate more fully.\r\nAdditionally, the laminator and pouches have allowed us to preserve and personalize learning materials for repeated use. We've created durable word walls, interactive matching games, and name cards that students can use during centers and small group instruction.\r\nWith these resources, our classroom has become a more inclusive, hands-on, and language-rich environment. Students are smiling more, participating more, and most importantly, feeling empowered in their learning journey.\r\nThank you once again for investing in our students. Your generosity is planting the seeds for future success in language and literacy development.","fullyFundedDate":1740679381587,"projectUrl":"project/creating-life-long-readers-and-writers/9043562/","projectTitle":"Creating Life Long Readers and Writers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7332538_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x91,y153&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1713887939808","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7332538"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_48776","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":621,"numTeachers":52,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":8,"percentBlack":4,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":86,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"11.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":67.2,"schoolId":48776,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Oakcliff Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Oakcliff Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/georgia/dekalb-county-school-district/oakcliff-elementary-school/48776"}