{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Oak Grove Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":14.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2598516,"projectId":9386988,"letterContent":"Our students have been absolutely thrilled with the new kitchen tools and supplies made possible by your generous support. The moment they first walked into the room and saw everything set up—aprons, utensils, mixers, and all—they erupted in excitement. Many of them immediately put on their aprons and started exploring each item, eager to try something new.\r\nSince then, the cooking club has become one of the most joyful places. Students have already made fresh lemonade, no-bake cookies, pancakes with homemade butter, and even apple turnovers. One of our favorite moments was watching them shake jars of cream to make butter; they cheered each other on and proudly spread their creations on crackers afterward. Our cooking club also loves taking charge of the whole process—from measuring ingredients to washing dishes at the end. The tools have empowered them to work independently, collaborate with each other, and develop real confidence in the kitchen.\r\nThese projects are not just fun—they're building life skills they can use far beyond the classroom.\r\nThank you for giving them the opportunity to learn, create, and discover new talents. Your support has made our kitchen a place of curiosity, teamwork, and delicious accomplishments.","fullyFundedDate":1751847031464,"projectUrl":"project/otter-hands-in-the-kitchen/9386988/","projectTitle":"Otter Hands in the Kitchen","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Baker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2598516_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y37&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742499097463","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2598516"},{"teacherId":717421,"projectId":9857683,"letterContent":"Our classes are absolutely thrilled to have these vertical whiteboards for showcasing their learning! When the boards arrived, students literally cheered and immediately jumped in to help assemble them so we could begin using them right away. Thanks to the support of our amazing volunteers, the boards were quickly put together and put to use.\r\n\r\nIn the photos, you'll see one example of students thinking critically about the relationship between multiplication and division. They were challenged to use the digits 1–9 exactly once in a division equation—with a three-digit dividend and a one-digit divisor—to create the smallest possible whole-number quotient. Working in groups, students collaborated, tested ideas, and used the boards to visually display their thinking as they searched for the most efficient solution.\r\n\r\nStudent feedback has been overwhelmingly positive—they love being able to share their thinking so openly and are already looking forward to their next vertical learning experience. We are immensely grateful to our donors for helping fuel our students' engagement, collaboration, and genuine excitement for learning.","fullyFundedDate":1761644833599,"projectUrl":"project/4th-and-5th-grade-vertical-learning/9857683/","projectTitle":"4th and 5th Grade Vertical Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Frazier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp717421_orig.jpg?crop=1500,1500,x0,y50&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761328504973","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/717421"},{"teacherId":8717539,"projectId":9300230,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students are gearing up for an exciting Winter Olympics project powered by Sphero BOLTs! With these robots, students will design, code, and test events like robot hockey and speed skating, all while learning important concepts in force, motion, and teamwork.\r\n\r\nBecause of the materials provided, I am able to integrate STEM with creativity and collaboration in ways that weren't possible before. Students aren't just coding—they're problem-solvers, engineers, and athletes in their own \"Otter Olympics.\" Your support has made it possible for our otters to learn through play, challenge themselves, and celebrate the joy of discovery.","fullyFundedDate":1746786388263,"projectUrl":"project/bolting-toward-brighter-futures-with-rob/9300230/","projectTitle":"Bolting Toward Brighter Futures With Robotics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pyles (of books!)","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8717539_orig.jpg?crop=819,819,x6,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1666371085232","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8717539"},{"teacherId":8717539,"projectId":9242722,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our Otter Be Reading More project is spreading joy each week through Book Talk Friday! Students share about books they love and then enter to win a brand-new book of their own. The excitement is contagious—readers cheer each other on, swap recommendations, and proudly take home their prizes.\r\n\r\nYour support has made it possible for us to build confidence, spark conversations, and grow a true culture of reading. As Ollie the Otter reminds us, Otters help otters—and you've helped our otters fall in love with books.","fullyFundedDate":1746786081991,"projectUrl":"project/otter-be-reading-more/9242722/","projectTitle":"Otter Be Reading More","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pyles (of books!)","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8717539_orig.jpg?crop=819,819,x6,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1666371085232","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8717539"},{"teacherId":2598516,"projectId":9190427,"letterContent":"We wanted to send a huge thank you to everyone who donated to support our social-emotional children. Your generosity is making a real difference in their lives. With your help, we are providing them with the resources and support they need to thrive. These bags that we created as a portable kit that can be taken on the go or available if the student is in the hallway. These Otter Bags are to help support children in calming themselves and managing their emotions.\r\n\r\nThanks again for your kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1743022558105,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-our-social-emotional-children/9190427/","projectTitle":"Supporting our Social Emotional Children","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Baker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2598516_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y37&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742499097463","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2598516"},{"teacherId":8717539,"projectId":8969316,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping us stock our shelves with the STEM supplies we needed to spark creativity, curiosity, and hands-on learning! Because of your generosity, our students now have access to the tools that make science, technology, engineering, and math come to life in exciting and meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nFrom glue and markers to scissors and paper, these simple supplies have had a huge impact. Whether students are designing prototypes, crafting models, or solving real-world problems, your support ensures that every learner can participate and shine.\r\n\r\nYou've helped us turn our library into a hub of exploration and imagination. We are so grateful for your kindness and belief in our students' potential.","fullyFundedDate":1735662978924,"projectUrl":"project/stocking-the-shelves-sparking-creativit/8969316/","projectTitle":"Stocking the Shelves, Sparking Creativity!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pyles (of books!)","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8717539_orig.jpg?crop=819,819,x6,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1666371085232","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8717539"},{"teacherId":8717539,"projectId":8967782,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping us bring learning to life! Your donation made it possible for our students to explore history, STEM, and storytelling in a meaningful and creative way.\r\n\r\nMost recently, your support helped us build a model city and code our Indi robot cars to follow the path of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s funeral procession, inspired by the book The Cart that Carried Martin. The extra color tiles you helped provide were key to making this large-scale project a success—and gave every student a chance to participate and shine.\r\n\r\nYour generosity helps us turn powerful ideas into unforgettable learning experiences. Thank you for being part of our journey!\r\n\r\nWith appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1733192837718,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-fun-and-learning-with-sphero-bol/8967782/","projectTitle":"Fueling Fun and Learning with Sphero BOLTs and Indi Robots","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pyles (of books!)","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8717539_orig.jpg?crop=819,819,x6,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1666371085232","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8717539"},{"teacherId":2598516,"projectId":8863523,"letterContent":"I am writing to express our heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation to our 2nd-grade class. Your support in purchasing graphic novels has been a game-changer for our students, making reading a fun and engaging experience for them. Your gift has also helped us purchase comprehension packets that will help in enhancing their reading skills and confidence. We are truly thankful for your kindness and commitment to supporting the education of our young learners. Your contribution will have a lasting impact on their academic journey and development. Thank you again for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1728929328418,"projectUrl":"project/making-reading-fun-with-graphic-novels/8863523/","projectTitle":"Making Reading Fun With Graphic Novels","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Baker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2598516_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y37&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742499097463","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2598516"},{"teacherId":8717539,"projectId":8902724,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our students recently took a powerful journey through history—right in our library! After reading The Cart that Carried Martin, they built a model city and coded their Indi robot cars to follow the path of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s funeral procession. This hands-on experience deepened their understanding of his legacy in a way that reading alone couldn't.\r\n\r\nThe additional color tiles you helped provide were crucial in making this large-scale project possible. They allowed every student to participate fully, problem-solve, and bring their learning to life through movement and technology. Watching them collaborate, reflect, and connect history with coding was truly inspiring.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving our students the tools to learn, create, and engage in meaningful ways. 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