{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Angie Debo Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":21.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7756838,"projectId":9967590,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing the supplies for our new lemonade cart project here at Angie Debo Elementary School! This cart is more than a fun activity; it is an incredible tool for my speech students to practice functional communication, social skills, and problem-solving in a real-world setting. Your generosity gave them a hands-on opportunity to order, converse, and build confidence. We are so grateful for your support of our students' voices! This was a cup-filling day (no puns intended)","fullyFundedDate":1772720394055,"projectUrl":"project/lets-make-lemonade/9967590/","projectTitle":"Let's Make Lemonade!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tatum Wilkerson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7756838_orig.png?crop=397,397,x430,y483&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628618107175","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tatumwilkerson"},{"teacherId":7756838,"projectId":10054399,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our apraxia and visual cue cards! Working in the Edmond School District, I see daily how much my students need these tools. Apraxia makes coordinating speech a massive challenge. Your gift provides the systematic practice and visual roadmaps my students need to build muscle memory, self-correct, and gain confidence. You've given them a vital tool to help find their voices. We are so grateful for your generosity and continued support of our EPS students who require speech and language therapy!","fullyFundedDate":1777992450753,"projectUrl":"project/visuals-in-speechlanguage-therapy/10054399/","projectTitle":"Visuals in Speech/Language Therapy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tatum Wilkerson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7756838_orig.png?crop=397,397,x430,y483&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628618107175","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tatumwilkerson"},{"teacherId":7756838,"projectId":10148297,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project. Because of you, our project is fully funded, and additional books have been added to our speech-language therapy room!\r\n\r\nIn speech therapy, books are so much more than just stories. They are powerful tools that we use to target articulation, expand vocabulary, practice answering questions, and build crucial social-communication skills. Having fresh, engaging, and diverse books will make a world of difference for my students.\r\n\r\nYour kindness does not just provide books; it provides my students with the confidence to find their voices and express themselves. It means the world to know that we have a community of supporters like you cheering them on.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in my students and their communication journeys.","fullyFundedDate":1773837099176,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-speech-and-language/10148297/","projectTitle":"Books for Speech and Language","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tatum Wilkerson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7756838_orig.png?crop=397,397,x430,y483&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628618107175","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tatumwilkerson"},{"teacherId":8816815,"projectId":9983594,"letterContent":"Because of this project, my students now have access to their own classroom supplies each day, which has made a huge difference in our classroom. Students are able to come in prepared, stay organized, and focus more on learning instead of worrying about sharing or not having the materials they need.\r\n\r\nHaving their own supplies has helped build independence and responsibility in my 4th graders. Classroom routines run more smoothly, transitions are quicker, and students are more confident during reading, writing, and small group activities.\r\n\r\nSomething as simple as having reliable classroom materials has created a more positive learning environment where students feel supported, prepared, and excited to learn each day. Thank you for helping make that possible for our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1768413739893,"projectUrl":"project/4th-grade-superstars-need-super-supplies/9983594/","projectTitle":"4th Grade Superstars Need Super Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gomez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8816815_orig.jpg?crop=2217,2217,x362,y1008&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730395840078","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miss-bushore"},{"teacherId":8816815,"projectId":9321644,"letterContent":"Because of your generous donations, my classroom has become a more inviting and engaging space for reading. Students are excited to grab a book, settle into a comfortable spot, and truly enjoy the experience of reading. What used to feel like a task now feels like something they look forward to.\r\n\r\nI have already noticed students spending more time focused on their books and having more meaningful conversations about what they are reading. They are more willing to take risks with new genres and are building stronger reading stamina each week. The cozy seating and inviting environment have helped create a calm space where students can concentrate and feel successful.\r\n\r\nThis project has made a real difference in how my students view reading. They are not only improving their skills, but also developing a genuine love for reading that will stay with them beyond our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1746641741116,"projectUrl":"project/books-blankets-and-beanbagsoh-my/9321644/","projectTitle":"Books, Blankets, and Beanbags—Oh My!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gomez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8816815_orig.jpg?crop=2217,2217,x362,y1008&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730395840078","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miss-bushore"},{"teacherId":8911347,"projectId":10010500,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our \"Helping Every Learner Thrive - One Supply at a Time\" project. Because of your kindness, our classroom is now equipped with essential supplies like sanitizing wipes, tissues, and hand sanitizer, helping us maintain a clean and healthy learning environment for all students. Your contributions ensure that students can focus on learning in a space that feels safe, comfortable, and well-prepared each day.\r\n\r\nIn addition, materials like cardstock, Velcro, and loop scissors are already making a meaningful impact on daily instruction. These tools allow me to create hands-on, differentiated activities that meet the diverse needs of my students, including those who benefit from adapted materials and fine motor supports. With these resources, students are more engaged, confident, and able to participate fully in their learning.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a direct and lasting difference in our classroom. Thank you for investing in our students and supporting their success. We are incredibly grateful for your support and for believing in the importance of providing every child with the tools they need to thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1768409021182,"projectUrl":"project/helping-every-learner-thriveone-supply/10010500/","projectTitle":"Helping Every Learner Thrive—One Supply at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tonya","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8911347_orig.jpg?crop=1973,1973,x0,y39&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691936218990","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8911347"},{"teacherId":9174405,"projectId":10138404,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students have been able to dive into a wonderful collection of \"I Can Read\" books and early childhood chapter books, and the impact has been immediate and meaningful.\r\nMany of our donors already love books, but what you may not always see is how much goes into teaching children how to read. These new texts have helped us introduce and strengthen essential early literacy skills such as phonics, decoding, sight word recognition, and reading comprehension. Students are learning how to sound out unfamiliar words, recognize patterns in language, and build confidence as independent readers. The early chapter books, in particular, are helping students practice stamina—sticking with a story over multiple days—and understanding plot, characters, and sequencing.\r\nReading time in our classroom is one of the most joyful parts of the day. You'll see students gathered in small groups, taking turns reading aloud, helping each other with tricky words, and celebrating their progress. Others curl up in quiet corners, fully immersed in their books, eager to turn the next page. There's a growing sense of pride as students realize, \"I can do this!\"\r\nA few students who were once hesitant readers are now among the most enthusiastic. One student who used to avoid reading altogether now asks if they can take books home to practice. Another proudly shares stories they've read with the class, beaming with confidence. These moments are powerful—they show not just growth in reading ability, but growth in self-belief.\r\nYour support has helped transform reading from a challenge into an adventure for our students. Thank you for helping us build a classroom full of confident, curious readers!","fullyFundedDate":1773837098954,"projectUrl":"project/books-that-help-my-students-say-i-can-r/10138404/","projectTitle":"Books That Help My Students Say “I Can Read!”","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Abi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9174405_orig.jpg?crop=1290,1290,x0,y150&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691645459465","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9174405"},{"teacherId":5200625,"projectId":10150377,"letterContent":"Your generous donation has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and I am so grateful for your support. These new books have allowed me to introduce and strengthen important reading skills such as comprehension, making predictions, identifying characters and themes, and connecting stories to real-life experiences. Through these texts, students are not only learning how to read, but how to think deeply about what they read and understand the lessons within each story.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is an engaging and interactive experience. We read together as a group, discuss the characters and their choices, and talk about the messages behind each story. Students are encouraged to share their thoughts, ask questions, and make connections to their own lives. These books have created opportunities for meaningful conversations and have helped build confidence in my students as readers.\r\n\r\nAll of my students are truly enjoying these new books. They love that the stories are relatable, funny, and full of important life lessons. Many of the stories encourage them to think in new ways, understand others' perspectives, and develop empathy. It has been so rewarding to see their excitement during reading time and hear them talk about the lessons they are learning. Your support has helped make reading a joyful and impactful experience for every student in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1773837101229,"projectUrl":"project/learning-life-lessons-through-the-magic/10150377/","projectTitle":"Learning Life Lessons Through the Magic of Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wade","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5200625_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1519451813769","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5200625"},{"teacherId":7576748,"projectId":9993143,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing school supplies for our classroom. Because of you, my students have the tools they need to learn, create, and succeed each day.\r\n\r\nHaving access to essential supplies like colored pencils, pencil sharpeners, and art materials has made a big difference in our daily learning. Students are able to focus more on their work, feel prepared, and take pride in what they create. It has also helped build confidence, knowing they have everything they need right at their fingertips.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has created a more positive and equitable learning environment where every child can fully participate and do their best. These supplies may seem simple, but they have a lasting impact on our students' growth and success.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your support and for believing in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768412069943,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-basics-classroom-supplies/9993143/","projectTitle":"Back to Basics: Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rogers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7576748"},{"teacherId":7576748,"projectId":10090591,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom through DonorsChoose. Because of your kindness, our students now have access to engaging board games that are helping us build something even more important than academic skills—kindness, cooperation, and positive relationships.\r\n\r\nThese games have quickly become a favorite in our classroom. As students play together, they are learning how to take turns, encourage one another, practice patience, and handle both winning and losing with grace. We use these moments as opportunities to coach kindness—modeling respectful communication, problem-solving, and empathy.\r\n\r\nIt has been wonderful to watch students who may not always work together find common ground through play. Laughter, teamwork, and thoughtful conversations now fill our classroom during these activities, creating a stronger sense of community.\r\n\r\nYour donation has made a lasting impact, not only on how our students learn, but on how they treat one another. Thank you for helping us create a classroom where kindness grows every day.","fullyFundedDate":1772590244026,"projectUrl":"project/coaching-kindness/10090591/","projectTitle":"Coaching Kindness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rogers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7576748"},{"teacherId":7756838,"projectId":9779436,"letterContent":"Wow!\r\nThank you again for your generosity shown to me and our EPS students! The Clorox Wipes and InkJoy Pens have helped to promote a clean and organized therapy space for myself and my students.\r\n\r\nThe Apraxia of Speech Workbook, Emotions Workbook, and Same or Different Workbook have allowed me to provide time-efficient, readily-accessible therapy manipulatives for my students during mixed groups!\r\n\r\nThe Spinning Wand and Spinning Toys have been a wonderful supplement during therapy with my students working on emerging language and CORE words.\r\n\r\nThese are just a handful of ways the supplies provided have supplemented my therapeutic practice. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1764699242500,"projectUrl":"project/cultivating-compassion/9779436/","projectTitle":"Cultivating Compassion","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tatum Wilkerson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7756838_orig.png?crop=397,397,x430,y483&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628618107175","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tatumwilkerson"},{"teacherId":6439654,"projectId":9928624,"letterContent":"Dear DonorsChoose Supporters,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for supporting our project, \"Sound Solutions for Super Students.\" Because of your generosity, our classroom now has headphones and noise-canceling headphones for students to use during learning time.\r\n\r\nThese tools are making a big difference for our students. The headphones help them stay focused, listen closely to lessons and activities, and work independently without distractions. For some students, the noise-canceling headphones provide a calmer learning environment that helps them feel comfortable and ready to do their best work.\r\n\r\nYour kindness is helping create a classroom where every student has what they need to succeed. We are so grateful for your support and for believing in our students.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1764702064704,"projectUrl":"project/sound-solutions-for-super-students/9928624/","projectTitle":"Sound Solutions for Super Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kovash","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6439654_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725146682910","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6439654"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_61204","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":600,"numTeachers":49,"percentFrplEligible":50,"percentAsian":5,"percentBlack":21,"percentWhite":42,"percentIndigenous":2,"percentLatinx":13,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":79.0,"schoolId":61204,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Angie Debo Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Angie Debo Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/oklahoma/edmond-public-schools/angie-debo-elementary-school/61204"}