{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Bethel Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":27.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8220821,"projectId":9505799,"letterContent":"When our principal visited after the new shelving was installed, they immediately remarked on how organized and welcoming the classroom looked. The shelving has truly transformed our learning environment—creating a bright, structured library space where books are neatly arranged by genre and reading level. This organization has made it easier for students to find books that match their interests and has given our room a more purposeful and focused atmosphere.\r\n\r\nStudents were thrilled when the materials arrived and took great pride in helping unpack, assemble, and organize the shelves. Their excitement was contagious! Seeing their ownership of the space and renewed interest in reading has been a wonderful reminder of the project's impact.\r\n\r\nOur next step is a \"Book Exploration and Review\" project, where each student will select a book from the newly organized library, read it, and create a short review or recommendation for classmates. This activity will strengthen their reading and writing skills while fostering a shared love of literature.\r\n\r\nThank you for your generosity in making this transformation possible. Your support has brought lasting benefits to both our students and our classroom environment.","fullyFundedDate":1760708716217,"projectUrl":"project/organizing-our-classroom-library-with-st/9505799/","projectTitle":"Organizing Our Classroom Library With Sturdy Shelves","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ledgerwood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8220821_orig.png?crop=1089,1089,x0,y214&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756264888165","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8220821"},{"teacherId":532313,"projectId":9431733,"letterContent":"I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation to my classroom. Your thoughtful contribution of educational materials and supplies has made a significant impact on my students' learning experience and daily classroom engagement.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, my students now have access to a wide range of hands-on tools and creative resources that enhance their academic and emotional growth:\r\n\r\n32 Pack LCD Writing Tablets – These reusable doodle boards provide each student with a personal space to practice writing, draw, and express creativity without the need for paper. They are especially helpful for interactive lessons, quick assessments, and encouraging students who are hesitant to participate.\r\n\r\nHP Ink Cartridges (Black and Color Sets) – The ink supplies ensure that learning materials, student projects, and parent communications can be printed and shared effectively, helping maintain an organized and visually engaging classroom environment.\r\n\r\nFidget Toys Sensory Stones and Bulk Fidget Packs – These sensory tools have been a wonderful addition for students who benefit from calming and focus-supportive resources. They help create a more inclusive classroom atmosphere where every child can find strategies to manage stress and remain engaged in learning.\r\n\r\nPlay-Doh Bulk Pack – This colorful modeling compound allows for endless creativity and hands-on learning opportunities, from literacy and math activities to fine motor skill development and emotional expression.\r\n\r\nMesh Zipper Pouch Bags – These pouches have transformed our organization system, helping students manage their materials independently and keeping our classroom neat and efficient.\r\n\r\nAlma & the Worry Stone Book – This story has opened doors for meaningful conversations about emotions, resilience, and empathy. It has become a favorite in our social-emotional learning time.\r\n\r\nEach of these items plays a vital role in fostering curiosity, creativity, and confidence in my students. Your generosity not only provides essential materials but also shows my students that there are people who care deeply about their education and success.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and support. You have truly made a difference in our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1760708716395,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-new-resources/9431733/","projectTitle":"New Year, New Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vasquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp532313_orig.jpg?crop=1500,1500,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690481145673","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/susievasquez"},{"teacherId":532313,"projectId":9613251,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I would like to extend our deepest gratitude for your generous donation of LCD tablets and mouse pads to our classroom. Your thoughtful contribution has made a significant difference in both our learning environment and our students' daily experiences.\r\n\r\nSince receiving these materials, students have been more engaged and excited to participate in lessons. The LCD tablets have quickly become an essential tool for interactive learning—allowing students to practice handwriting, solve math problems, draw diagrams, and brainstorm ideas without wasting paper. This hands-on approach has sparked creativity and improved focus, particularly for students who benefit from visual and tactile learning.\r\n\r\nThe addition of mouse pads has also enhanced the comfort and efficiency of our computer-based lessons. Students can now navigate digital tools more easily, which has led to smoother transitions during research projects and technology-centered activities.\r\n\r\nBeyond the practical benefits, your donation has shown our students that their education matters and that people in the community believe in their potential. The excitement and pride they feel using these new tools have inspired greater responsibility and enthusiasm for learning.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our classroom and helping us create a more dynamic, modern, and inclusive learning environment. Your generosity is making a lasting impact on our students' education and confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1757619713273,"projectUrl":"project/pads-and-tabs/9613251/","projectTitle":"Pads and Tabs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vasquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp532313_orig.jpg?crop=1500,1500,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690481145673","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/susievasquez"},{"teacherId":8220821,"projectId":7456810,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping our class receive the Chromebook storage cart! Our students are absolutely thrilled to have a safe and organized space for their devices. What excites them most is how much smoother our daily routines have become—no more tangled cords or missing Chromebooks! They love that every Chromebook now has its own \"home,\" and they take pride in keeping the cart neat and charged. This organization has enabled us to spend less time managing equipment and more time engaging in tech-based lessons. The students say it makes them feel more responsible and \"grown-up,\" and it's inspiring to see how much ownership they've taken in caring for our classroom technology.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have especially warmed to this new addition. One student who used to feel nervous about handling the Chromebooks now confidently retrieves and plugs in her device each day, taking pride in her independence. Another student who loves creating slides and digital stories has become our unofficial \"tech helper,\" always eager to demonstrate how to store the devices properly. Even students who struggled with transitions are thriving, finding comfort and structure in the clear routine the cart provides. Thanks to your generosity, our students are not only learning valuable digital skills but also developing responsibility, confidence, and teamwork. We're deeply grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1690983930066,"projectUrl":"project/chromebook-storage-cart/7456810/","projectTitle":"Chromebook Storage Cart","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ledgerwood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8220821_orig.png?crop=1089,1089,x0,y214&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756264888165","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8220821"},{"teacherId":1845685,"projectId":9632153,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students and staff, I want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of books, games, and social-emotional learning tools. Your support is making a meaningful difference in the lives of our youngest learners, from Pre-K through second grade.\r\n\r\nThese resources provide far more than just fun and learning—they help our students build essential skills for success in school and beyond. Through books, our children explore new ideas, strengthen early literacy, and develop a love for reading. Games and hands-on activities encourage cooperation, problem-solving, and communication, while social-emotional tools help students learn how to identify and express their feelings, manage challenges, and build empathy for others.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, these moments of connection—sharing a story, working together on a game, or practicing calming strategies—become the foundation for both academic growth and emotional well-being. Your generosity helps create classrooms filled with curiosity, kindness, and confidence.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students' futures and for supporting the whole-child development that is so vital in these early years. We are truly grateful for your partnership in helping our children grow and thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1760708716744,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-social-emotional-learning/9632153/","projectTitle":"Tools for Social Emotional Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sulphur","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1845685"},{"teacherId":9650084,"projectId":9249305,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom. The Expo markers and erasers have already made our lessons more interactive, and students love coming up to the board to share their work. When the new rug arrived, the excitement was immediate—students rushed to sit on it during read-aloud time, and it has quickly become our favorite gathering place for group discussions and partner activities. The games you provided have also been a big hit during recess; I've loved watching students collaborate, laugh, and practice teamwork in such a fun and meaningful way.\r\n\r\nOne of the most memorable moments was the day we opened everything together. The students' faces lit up as they realized these supplies were meant just for them. They immediately started brainstorming ways to use the games during indoor recess and even came up with a rotation system so everyone could have a turn. Moving forward, we will continue using the rug as a learning space for our small group projects, and the games will help us strengthen social skills and classroom community throughout the year.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has brought so much joy and functionality to our classroom, and we are incredibly grateful. These resources are already making a lasting impact on my students' learning and daily experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1746786472982,"projectUrl":"project/giving-students-a-creative-outlet/9249305/","projectTitle":"Giving Students a Creative Outlet!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kreft","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9650084_orig.jpg?crop=2265,2265,x1242,y336&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744225955115","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9650084"},{"teacherId":532313,"projectId":9089124,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our classroom. The materials you've provided have been so helpful in inspiring my students to love reading! They were so excited to receive their magazines! Each time we receive a new one, our classroom erupts with cheering and applause from the students!\r\n\r\nWe have used our magazines to study biographies, current events, meet our personal reading goals, and learn all about informative writing, and there are many more lessons planned for the rest of the year using our Scholastic Magazines.\r\n\r\nThanks again for your generosity and willingness to help! You have made an enormous impact in my classroom and on the lives of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1738686502943,"projectUrl":"project/extra-extra-read-all-about-it/9089124/","projectTitle":"Extra, Extra, Read All About It!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vasquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp532313_orig.jpg?crop=1500,1500,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690481145673","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/susievasquez"},{"teacherId":912254,"projectId":9049253,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation which contributed to the self-regulation bicycle for my classroom. It has been a blessing and so helpful to calm anxious students and moderate students when frustrated. My students that struggle with focus and needing to move have really seen the benefits of uninterrupted instruction while moving and less disruptive behaviors.\r\n\r\nThe bicycle has helped improve classroom awareness and students are responsible and considerate of a student needing a turn on the bike. The bicycle rarely doesn't have a student riding while learning. The students usually ride 2-5 minutes and return to their seat and another will replace them . I have really been pleased with how respectfully they work on assignments and cooperate to take turns without disrupting lessons or work time.","fullyFundedDate":1737400691335,"projectUrl":"project/biking-for-self-regulation/9049253/","projectTitle":"Biking for Self-Regulation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Engle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/912254"},{"teacherId":4827442,"projectId":9106954,"letterContent":"We are so thankful for our new white boards and accessories! The students have really enjoyed having new shiny white boards to practice their writing on! The markers have been a great help in replacing the ones in our room that have and are running out of ink. The students have also loved having actual erasers rather than using tissues for cleaning their boards before putting them away!\r\n\r\nMy kindergarteners love when they see the brown boxes for mail come into our classroom because that means new exciting things for them to test out! They wanted to test out the white boards the same day! \r\n\r\nWe will continue to use the white boards and accessories in our classroom for whole group writing, name practice, and so much more!!!","fullyFundedDate":1742937938779,"projectUrl":"project/white-boards-for-kinder/9106954/","projectTitle":"White Boards for Kinder","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pinkston","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4827442_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1535894446323","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pinkston-k"},{"teacherId":264505,"projectId":9189822,"letterContent":"We had a fantastic time celebrating state testing with a variety of engaging activities designed to make the experience enjoyable and memorable for all students. Each day featured different and fun activities, such as interactive games, creative crafts, that fostered a positive atmosphere.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting my classroom and contributing to a successful and uplifting testing week! Your support made it possible to incorporate these enriching activities, which greatly benefited our students.","fullyFundedDate":1742909032550,"projectUrl":"project/state-testing-will-be-out-of-the-park/9189822/","projectTitle":"State Testing Will Be Out of the Park!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Thompson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp264505_orig.jpg?crop=452,452,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1555421243684","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/264505"},{"teacherId":264505,"projectId":9039858,"letterContent":"My class recently received the Kindle Colorsoft, which has quickly become integral to our daily routine. The children are enthusiastic about sitting in our cozy library corner, immersing themselves in the world of books on this device. I developed a structured system in my classroom to ensure every student can benefit from this experience. Each child has a personalized login, allowing them to access a curated selection of books tailored to their specific reading levels.\r\n\r\nThe students are particularly fond of the Kindle's lightweight design and compact size, making it easy to handle while reading. I have noticed that this accessible format has ignited a newfound passion for reading among them, with many students eagerly diving into stories they might not have chosen otherwise.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, one of the features I sincerely appreciate is the device's lack of internet connectivity. This means I am the only one responsible for downloading books, and I must approve each title before it becomes accessible to the kids. This limitation significantly reduces distractions, allowing me to maintain a focused learning environment. I don't have to worry about students chatting with friends, taking unauthorized photos, or wandering into apps unrelated to reading. Instead, I can be confident that they are engaged with the material and genuinely enhancing their reading skills. The Kindle has provided a safe platform for exploration and fostered a love for literature within our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1736558049386,"projectUrl":"project/kindle-colorsoft-for-reading-at-home/9039858/","projectTitle":"Kindle Colorsoft for Reading at Home","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Thompson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp264505_orig.jpg?crop=452,452,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1555421243684","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/264505"},{"teacherId":3743844,"projectId":8947119,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping my classroom get the items on our Donors Choose project. \r\n\r\nMy students have really enjoyed the bean bags in our reading area. They have really ignited a further love of reading in my students. \r\n\r\n I have a rotation for sitting in them for the week. The students that are on the rotation get to read and work from the chairs. \r\n\r\nThis project has been one of the best to benefit my students. They are eager to read more books now that they have comfortable and relaxing places to sit. \r\n \r\nThank you again for all your help.","fullyFundedDate":1733141558304,"projectUrl":"project/getting-cozy-with-a-good-book/8947119/","projectTitle":"Getting Cozy With a Good Book!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Claborn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3743844_orig.jpg?crop=477,477,x520,y204&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1644014584486","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msclaborn9"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_87211","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":564,"numTeachers":36,"percentFrplEligible":61,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":65,"percentIndigenous":7,"percentLatinx":5,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"15.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":72.1,"schoolId":87211,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Bethel Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Bethel Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/oklahoma/bethel-public-schools/bethel-elementary-school/87211"}