{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Northwest Heights Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":69.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1150063,"projectId":10035448,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your continued and amazing support of my students! We are always blown away by your continued support! \r\n\r\nOnce our boxes of books arrived, my students dove right in and started reading! During reading group each day, they ask if we are going to read from the new decodable books. If we don't have time during small group, then I let them choose a book or two to read to a friend. \r\n\r\nI've already seen their reading skills and enthusiasm for reading go up with these engaging sets of decodable books. As always, we all thank you from the bottom of our hearts! Happy Spring!","fullyFundedDate":1770254290641,"projectUrl":"project/building-strong-readers-with-science-of/10035448/","projectTitle":"Building Strong Readers with Science of Reading Decodable Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fisher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1150063_orig.jpg?crop=1232,1232,x0,y114&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723055488189","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/theresa-fisher"},{"teacherId":5656696,"projectId":9887353,"letterContent":"* Since receiving the bright, colorful acrylic paints, my students and I have woven them into many aspects of our classroom experience, especially within our STEM curriculum. We have used these paints for a variety of hands-on experiments, art projects, and even to illustrate scientific concepts visually. One specific project involved small groups working together to create their own color wheels, experimenting with primary and secondary colors. As they mixed paints, students recorded their observations like scientists, noting how certain colors combined to create new shades. This led to lively discussions about the science behind color perception and the properties of light. The excitement peaked when we used the paints to demonstrate chemical reactions and physical changes by mixing materials and observing the results. Not only did these activities spark creativity, but they also deepened students' understanding of science, reinforcing the connection between art and STEM. The paints have truly transformed our classroom into a collaborative, interdisciplinary learning environment.\r\n* When my students first saw the new paints arranged on our classroom table, there was an audible buzz of excitement. Several students gasped and immediately started chatting about what they wanted to create. For many, this was their first exposure to high-quality acrylic paints, and they were captivated by the intensity and variety of colors. Some students carefully examined the paint tubes and brushes, asking questions about which techniques we could use and how to blend different hues. Others began brainstorming ideas, sketching quickly on scrap paper as inspiration struck. The energy in the room was infectious, and students who are usually more reserved became eager to participate. The vibrant colors and quality materials made our classroom feel like a real art studio, inspiring creativity and anticipation for upcoming projects.\r\n* Thanks to your generosity, we are now able to embark on several exciting new projects that will continue to foster our students' growth. Our most ambitious upcoming project is a large-scale classroom mural inspired by the natural world. Students are working together to research different plants, animals, and ecosystems, gathering ideas through books and online resources. They are collaborating to sketch out the mural's design, ensuring every child's voice is represented in the planning process. Once painting begins, students will take turns leading different sections, learning how to organize a group effort and make creative decisions as a team. Beyond the mural, we have plans to create smaller collaborative artworks and individual projects that showcase each student's unique perspective. Finished pieces will be displayed throughout our school, including in the hallways and common areas, allowing students to share their achievements with their peers, families, and the broader community. These projects not only nurture creativity but also build essential life skills like teamwork, communication, and problem-solving that will serve our students well in the future.","fullyFundedDate":1762980722313,"projectUrl":"project/painting-with-a-smile/9887353/","projectTitle":"Painting With a Smile","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. R. White NWH","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5656696_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1644785812603","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/robyne-whiteroom8nwh"},{"teacherId":5656696,"projectId":10003412,"letterContent":"Since receiving the bright, colorful acrylic paints, my students and I have woven them into many aspects of our classroom experience, especially within our STEM curriculum. We have used these paints for a variety of hands-on experiments, art projects, and even to illustrate scientific concepts visually. One specific project involved small groups working together to create their own color wheels, experimenting with primary and secondary colors. As they mixed paints, students recorded their observations like scientists, noting how certain colors combined to create new shades. This led to lively discussions about the science behind color perception and the properties of light. The excitement peaked when we used the paints to demonstrate chemical reactions and physical changes by mixing materials and observing the results. Not only did these activities spark creativity, but they also deepened students' understanding of science, reinforcing the connection between art and STEM. The paints have truly transformed our classroom into a collaborative, interdisciplinary learning environment.\r\n When my students first saw the new paints arranged on our classroom table, there was an audible buzz of excitement. Several students gasped and immediately started chatting about what they wanted to create. For many, this was their first exposure to high-quality acrylic paints, and they were captivated by the intensity and variety of colors. Some students carefully examined the paint tubes and brushes, asking questions about which techniques we could use and how to blend different hues. Others began brainstorming ideas, sketching quickly on scrap paper as inspiration struck. The energy in the room was infectious, and students who are usually more reserved became eager to participate. The vibrant colors and quality materials made our classroom feel like a real art studio, inspiring creativity and anticipation for upcoming projects.\r\n Thanks to your generosity, we are now able to embark on several exciting new projects that will continue to foster our students' growth. Our most ambitious upcoming project is a large-scale classroom mural inspired by the natural world. Students are working together to research different plants, animals, and ecosystems, gathering ideas through books and online resources. They are collaborating to sketch out the mural's design, ensuring every child's voice is represented in the planning process. Once painting begins, students will take turns leading different sections, learning how to organize a group effort and make creative decisions as a team. Beyond the mural, we have plans to create smaller collaborative artworks and individual projects that showcase each student's unique perspective. Finished pieces will be displayed throughout our school, including in the hallways and common areas, allowing students to share their achievements with their peers, families, and the broader community. These projects not only nurture creativity but also build essential life skills like teamwork, communication, and problem-solving that will serve our students well in the future.","fullyFundedDate":1768511566669,"projectUrl":"project/painting-makes-us-happy/10003412/","projectTitle":"Painting Makes Us Happy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. R. White NWH","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5656696_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1644785812603","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/robyne-whiteroom8nwh"},{"teacherId":1150063,"projectId":9957732,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your continued support of our classroom! My students are always so excited to hear of our projects being funded! \r\n\r\nThis project, Math on the Move - Organized Centers helped me complete a series of learning stations in math. Students are able to rotate through these centers, which include telling time, measurement, money skills, 3-D shapes, story problems and more. Each student completes a center, is checked by myself or my assistant, then moves onto the next assigned center, depending upon needed skill reinforcement. \r\n\r\nI have seen so much growth in my students with the use of these wonderful math centers! Thanks to you, this is possible! You are greatly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1768099386855,"projectUrl":"project/math-on-the-move-organized-centers-for/9957732/","projectTitle":"Math on the Move: Organized Centers for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fisher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1150063_orig.jpg?crop=1232,1232,x0,y114&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723055488189","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/theresa-fisher"},{"teacherId":1150063,"projectId":9766284,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to our Work Stations project! Through your donation, I was able to create many new reading and math work stations for my special education students. \r\n\r\nSo often, my students get bored with paper and pencil tasks, and instead of engaging, will daydream or just quit working. With our work stations, the tasks are usually quick, very engaging for students with brightly colored and interactive materials. Students are receiving vital reinforcement of skills they are learning in small group, from categorizing parts of speech to completing math story problems. \r\n\r\nWithout your amazing support, none of this would be possible! Thank you from all of us!","fullyFundedDate":1768422889511,"projectUrl":"project/work-stations-make-learning-fun/9766284/","projectTitle":"Work Stations Make Learning Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fisher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1150063_orig.jpg?crop=1232,1232,x0,y114&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723055488189","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/theresa-fisher"},{"teacherId":10342058,"projectId":9876141,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for the gift of the classroom novel \"Esperanza Rising.\" This has been a favorite novel for our 4th graders to read for many years. It introduces elements of a different historical time period, as well as different economic circumstances which a family may find themselves. The main character, Esperanza, learns to view life through a totally different lens after her family suffers the loss of her wealthy father. Our students are mesmerized by the storyline and it opens up so many topics for discussion. \r\n\r\nAlthough we had purchased a classroom set several years ago, they were falling apart due to use. Students were having to piece together books to be able to follow along with the read aloud function of the lesson. \r\n\r\nThis gift will enable many more students, over many more years, to fall in love with this rich literary resource.","fullyFundedDate":1767643276823,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-novels-with-mrs-garner/9876141/","projectTitle":"Classroom Novels With Mrs. Garner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10342058"},{"teacherId":7054183,"projectId":9580102,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been transformed in meaningful, tangible ways. We are already using the new resources every day, most recently during a hands-on project where students worked in small groups to explore concepts more deeply and independently. With these materials, students were able to collaborate, test ideas, and explain their thinking with confidence—something that was much harder to do before. One especially memorable moment was watching a student who is usually hesitant to participate take the lead and excitedly explain their work to classmates using the new tools.\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement was immediate and contagious. Students gathered around as we unpacked everything, asking questions and eager to try them out. Their enthusiasm showed just how valued and motivated they felt knowing that people beyond our classroom cared enough to support their learning. Several students even said, \"These are for us?\"—a reminder of how powerful that sense of support can be.\r\nBecause of you, our next steps are even more exciting. Students are now building on what they've learned by applying these resources to a larger, ongoing lesson where they will create, reflect, and share their final projects. They're developing stronger skills, deeper understanding, and greater confidence along the way. Your donation didn't just provide materials—it opened doors to richer learning experiences, and we are so grateful for the impact you've made on our students' journey.","fullyFundedDate":1757991587047,"projectUrl":"project/mind-stack/9580102/","projectTitle":"Mind Stack","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kaler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrskaler1"},{"teacherId":9131709,"projectId":9379889,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing my students with magnetic tiles, marble runs, and engaging center toys that have already made a huge impact in our classroom. During center time, students are using the magnetic tiles to design towers, bridges, and patterns while explaining their thinking to classmates. With the marble runs, they experiment with angles, height, and cause-and-effect, eagerly adjusting pieces to see how changes affect the marble's path. These materials have turned our learning centers into rich opportunities for problem-solving, collaboration, and creativity.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials were first introduced, the excitement was immediate and contagious. Students gathered around the bins with wide eyes and huge smiles, carefully exploring each piece and excitedly asking when they could start building. Even my quieter learners jumped right in, working alongside peers and proudly showing off their creations. The room was filled with meaningful conversation, teamwork, and joy, which is exactly the kind of learning environment every teacher hopes to create.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, these materials will continue to support our learning throughout the year. Next, students will use them during structured STEM challenges, math explorations, and open-ended play that builds fine motor skills, persistence, and early engineering concepts. You gave my students more than toys—you gave them tools that inspire curiosity and confidence every single day. Thank you for gifting our classroom with such a wonderful gift.","fullyFundedDate":1758855909911,"projectUrl":"project/play-learn-and-grow-together/9379889/","projectTitle":"Play, Learn, and Grow Together","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Manning","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9131709"},{"teacherId":9174108,"projectId":9424245,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom and helping provide a diverse library for my special education students. These books make reading more engaging and accessible by reflecting a variety of abilities, cultures, and experiences. Students are building confidence, strengthening reading skills, and developing empathy as they see themselves and others represented. Your generosity is helping create a welcoming classroom where every child feels valued and supported, which is encouraging confidence and independence in my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1751994570875,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-diverse-and-inclusive-library/9424245/","projectTitle":"Building a Diverse and Inclusive Library for Exceptional Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9174108_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692110892864","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9174108"},{"teacherId":346004,"projectId":9420881,"letterContent":"Thank you for the recent donation you made to my project \"And We Are Back to School!\". Each item funded has made an impact in my classroom. The students enjoyed the snacks the most.\r\n\r\nOther items purchased include Expo Markers to replace our older ones with no ink, cases for our tablets that we use in our classroom, and individual privacy folders, which keep other students from looking at other students papers during test. I was also able to purchase glue sticks and other decoration items to replace our worn out decor. \r\n\r\nI truly appreciate your donation and generosity to fund the project and make sure my students have what they need to function daily in our classroom. Thanks so much!!!!\r\n\r\nDeirdre Schreier","fullyFundedDate":1758801127432,"projectUrl":"project/and-we-are-back-to-school/9420881/","projectTitle":"And We Are Back to School!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schreier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp346004_orig.jpg?crop=1397,1397,x819,y604&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745990180915","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/deirdre-schreier"},{"teacherId":9216055,"projectId":9292603,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my request for tablets to be used in my first grade classroom. I am beyond thankful for your generosity. I am one step closer to having a class set so that my students are able to utilize technology simultaneously as a class. \r\n\r\nFirst graders are learning to read during this most magical time. They are so excited to read and take quick AR assessments over their chosen book. They are especially excited when they are able to log in to their tablet independently Once this is accomplished, we are able to move toward utilizing our tablets for other learning opportunities. Tablets are a wonderful supplement to my classroom. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and generosity. Your contribution has been a blessing to my first grade classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1755715469778,"projectUrl":"project/tablet-fun-for-my-fabulous-firsties/9292603/","projectTitle":"Tablet Fun For My Fabulous Firsties!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Duke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9216055"},{"teacherId":9173516,"projectId":9665210,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my classroom! My kiddos have enjoyed using their new whisper phones, flashlights, magnifying glasses, and pointers while they read their books during reading time! They get so excited to hear which manipulative they will get to use that day and I love seeing them get so excited about reading. \r\nWhen they first unboxed the materials with me, they did not know what we would use them for. Once I explained it, they couldn't stop asking me when reading time was! \r\nI plan to continue using these materials with each of my Kindergarten groups in the future because it has made such a difference in their passion to read. Thank you so much again for donating to my students!","fullyFundedDate":1758813278686,"projectUrl":"project/having-fun-with-reading/9665210/","projectTitle":"Having Fun with Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hendley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9173516"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_86268","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":535,"numTeachers":34,"percentFrplEligible":72,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":45,"percentIndigenous":17,"percentLatinx":19,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 4","studentTeacherRatio":"15.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":30.8,"schoolId":86268,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Northwest Heights Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Northwest Heights Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/oklahoma/durant-independent-school-district/northwest-heights-elementary-school/86268"}