{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lakeville Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":38.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6213848,"projectId":10294082,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our bike rally project — because of your generosity, our new balance bike is already making a real difference in my classroom. My students are using it to build balance, coordination, and confidence, and for many of them, it's giving them a chance to ride and play alongside their peers in a way they couldn't before. Watching them try, wobble, and then beam with pride when they get it right has been incredible, and your gift is giving them not just exercise, but independence and joy every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1779061966564,"projectUrl":"project/bike-rally-project/10294082/","projectTitle":"Bike Rally Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Robin Wood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp6213848_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1548188531560","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6213848"},{"teacherId":10418629,"projectId":10490886,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our music classroom! Because of you, our students now have the high quality mallets they need to bring our learning to the next level.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first heard about our new mallets, they could not believe the generosity and kindness of our community. They felt so seen and important knowing that people who may have been strangers to them cared about their music education. They immediately took a sense of pride and ownership over these mallets. Watching them gently handle the mallets and remind one another to take extra special care of them made my heart so happy. They even promised each other that they would do their absolute best to treat the mallets with respect so they last for a long time.\r\n\r\nHaving the correct mallets has completely transformed how our students' experience making music together. Recently, during a 4th grade lesson, every single student in the room had an instrument in hand and held a mallet that was specifically suited for their instrument. There were no harsh sounds or complaints about an instrument not working. Hearing the entire class play together with soft, beautiful, and rich sounds was something that immediately brought smiles to everyone's faces. They were so proud of the music they created and it's thanks to our donors giving them the tools to make that music.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, our students will be using these mallets to perform at our concerts. Having the right tools allows us to focus on proper playing technique, dynamic control, and collaborative group performance.\r\n\r\nYour generosity didn't just bring new materials into our room; it gave my students the pride, confidence, and joy of making beautiful music together. Thank you for opening this window into our classroom and making a lasting difference in their musical journey!","fullyFundedDate":1787291441172,"projectUrl":"project/more-mallets-for-music-magic/10490886/","projectTitle":"More Mallets for Music Magic","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Burgess-Erker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10418629_orig.jpg?crop=2048,2048,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769273897415","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10418629"},{"teacherId":10418629,"projectId":10059543,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students have been exploring rhythm and creativity with our new bucket drums. When we first brought out the materials, their excitement was unmistakable. Students were eager to experiment, and the room filled with smiles and energy.\r\n\r\nWe've used the drums in multiple ways: learning basic rhythms, performing as an ensemble, and even composing original pieces. One standout moment was when students worked in small groups to write their own rhythms, then performed for the class. Watching them collaborate, listen, and create as a team was inspiring.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll be performing popular music on bucket drums for one of our upcoming performances. Our 3rd Graders are composing their own bucket drum pieces to perform for the class.\r\n\r\nThank you for making these hands-on, creative experiences possible. Your support is truly making a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1770064885920,"projectUrl":"project/sticks-to-build-our-bucket-drum-ensemble/10059543/","projectTitle":"Sticks to Build Our Bucket Drum Ensemble","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Burgess-Erker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10418629_orig.jpg?crop=2048,2048,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769273897415","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10418629"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_66916","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":399,"numTeachers":27,"percentFrplEligible":67,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":77,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":10,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":8,"gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":61.8,"schoolId":66916,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Lakeville Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Lakeville Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/michigan/oxford-community-school-district/lakeville-elementary-school/66916"}
Join the 34 supporters who believe in this school.
About this school
Lakeville Elementary School is
a rural public school
in Oxford, Michigan that is part of Oxford Community School District.
It serves 399 students
in grades K - 5 with a student/teacher ratio of 14.8:1.
Its teachers have had 5 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
Supporting this school will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.
Public School
Title 1
Data about Title 1 status comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education.
Grades K - 5
399 Students
27 Teachers
1400 E Lakeville RdContact info is sourced from our partners at MDR Education, and DonorsChoose updates our site ahead of each school year.
Share and help support Lakeville Elementary School
Boost support for this school! Share this page with friends, family, alumni, and fellow supporters. Every connection helps teachers get the supplies they need and shows how much your community cares about its students.
DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for public school teachers.
Every donation funds real needs — pencils, books, lab equipment, art supplies, and more — helping students learn and thrive. We ship supplies directly to the school, and you'll see exactly where each dollar goes.
of students receive free or reduced price lunch
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
Source: the National Center for Education Statistics
13%
of students are Black, Latino, Native
American, or Asian
Data about school demographics comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. The numbers in this chart may not add up to 100% because of limitations in the available data.
Lakeville Elementary School Support on DonorsChoose
Last updated Nov 1, 2026
DonorsChoose makes it easy for anyone to help a teacher in need, moving us closer to a nation where students
in every community have the tools and experiences they need for a great education.
Lakeville Elementary School
$2,565
raised using DonorsChoose
5
projects
funded
3
teachers
funded
34
donors
1
project
for
art supplies
Lakeville Elementary School has received support from
21 individuals from Michigan and
13 individuals out-of-state.