{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Locust Grove Early Learning Center","outOfStateSupporters":31.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8319159,"projectId":10534619,"letterContent":"My kiddos are using this project to \"camp\" they are absolutely loving the tent and fake fire to roast marshmallows!!\r\n\r\nMy students screamed when they saw our new items! They want to play in that center every second of the day!! They were so so excited!!!! They absolutely love everything!!\r\n\r\nThey also loved using our new grill they have been making burgers and hot dogs with their camping gear!! They have used their new camping outfits everytime! With all of their new toys they actually feel like they are in the great outdoors camping!!","fullyFundedDate":1787699363494,"projectUrl":"project/magic-of-the-outdoors/10534619/","projectTitle":"Magic of the Outdoors","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wells","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8319159_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785075012976","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8319159"},{"teacherId":10059989,"projectId":10035681,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for helping provide our classroom with these amazing new cubbies! They have made such a huge difference in our room already. I knew they would help with organization, but I honestly did not realize just how much they would change the overall feel and function of our classroom.\r\nIf you have ever been in a kindergarten classroom, you know that we have A LOT of stuff! Between backpacks, jackets, lunchboxes, folders, supplies, and everything else that comes along with a room full of little learners, things can get cluttered very quickly. Our old storage just was not working well for us anymore. These new cubbies have allowed us to organize everything so much better and have given us back valuable classroom space.\r\nOne of my favorite things about the new cubbies is simply being able to move around my classroom more easily. Kindergarteners are always on the move, and so am I! We are constantly transitioning between the carpet, tables, centers, small groups, and different activities throughout the day. Having less clutter and more open space has made our classroom feel bigger, calmer, and much easier to navigate. It is amazing how much better a classroom can function when everything has a place.\r\nMy students absolutely love the cubbies too! They are so proud to have their own spaces for their belongings. I love watching them become more independent as they learn to put their things away and keep their areas organized. Independence is such an important part of kindergarten, and these cubbies are helping us practice those skills every single day.\r\nMost of all, I want to say how incredibly thankful I am for DonorsChoose and for the wonderful donors who make projects like this possible. Teachers are always thinking of ways to make our classrooms better for our students, but we cannot always provide everything we would love to give them on our own. Your generosity allows us to make those ideas a reality.\r\nThese cubbies are so much more than just new classroom furniture. They have helped create a classroom that is more organized, less cluttered, and easier for my students to move around and learn in. They have given us more room to play, learn, work together, and just enjoy being kindergarteners!\r\nThank you for choosing to support my students and my classroom. Knowing that there are people willing to give so generously to help children they may never even meet means more than I can say. Every time I see my students happily using their cubbies and look around our newly organized classroom, I am reminded of your kindness.\r\nFrom this very grateful kindergarten teacher and a classroom full of happy little learners, THANK YOU! We truly appreciate you and the difference you have made in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1778203943513,"projectUrl":"project/clear-the-clutter-with-brand-new-cubbies/10035681/","projectTitle":"Clear the Clutter With Brand New Cubbies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hubbard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10059989"},{"teacherId":10059989,"projectId":10033335,"letterContent":"I cannot begin to express how thankful I am for the generosity shown to my classroom through DonorsChoose. The trampolines, Hot Wheels, and basketball goals we received have already brought so much excitement, movement, and joy into our classroom. Seeing my students' faces light up when they first saw the new items was priceless! They could not wait to try everything, and these have quickly become some of their favorite things to use during our day.\r\nAs a kindergarten teacher, I know just how important movement and play are for young children. Five- and six-year-olds have a lot of energy, and they need opportunities throughout the day to move their bodies, play, and interact with one another. This is especially important during the beginning of our school year when the Oklahoma heat can make it simply too hot for us to safely spend much time outside. On those days, having the trampolines and basketball goals available gives my students a wonderful way to get some of their energy out while staying safely indoors.\r\nThe trampolines have been an especially big hit! My students love having a chance to jump and move, and I love that they can be physically active even when we cannot go to the playground. The basketball goals have also given them another fun way to stay active while practicing coordination, taking turns, and encouraging their friends.\r\nOf course, the Hot Wheels have been just as exciting! They provide a different type of play that encourages imagination, creativity, sharing, and social interaction. It is so much fun to watch the students create their own games and stories as they play together. At this age, play is such an important part of learning, and these materials give my students even more opportunities to learn while simply being kids.\r\nI am incredibly grateful for DonorsChoose and for the donors who make projects like this possible. Teachers have so many ideas for ways to make our classrooms better for our students, but we do not always have the resources to make those ideas happen on our own. Your generosity allows us to provide experiences and materials that our students might not otherwise have.\r\nPlease know that your donation is being enjoyed and appreciated every single day. You did much more than purchase trampolines, Hot Wheels, and basketball goals—you gave my kindergarten students opportunities to move, play, laugh, create, and enjoy being together.\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for supporting my classroom and investing in my students. Your kindness and generosity truly make a difference, and we are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1778203944643,"projectUrl":"project/driving-dribbling-and-bouncing-fun/10033335/","projectTitle":"Driving, Dribbling, and Bouncing Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hubbard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10059989"},{"teacherId":8318491,"projectId":10229918,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donations. My students were so excited to see the new items. It made a great start to a new year.\r\nMy students are mostly either Autistic or ADHD. The items that we received help my students to regulate there bodies and calm down. It helps then focus to be better students.\r\nThe Koala has lights to help them focus and breath when they need to calm down. The puzzle was a big hit for my friends that need a quiet activity. The spinning chair is their favorite. It helps them regulate their bodies. Some of them could spin all day. \r\nThey are enjoying all the items. It helps our classroom as a whole to be happy and ready to learn. Thank you so much.","fullyFundedDate":1783688279440,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-tools-for-focused-minds/10229918/","projectTitle":"Sensory Tools for Focused Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Campbell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8318491"},{"teacherId":10517204,"projectId":10303313,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Help Our First Graders Learn in Color!\" Your generosity has brought so much color and excitement into our classroom! Having access to our new color printer allows me to create bright, engaging learning materials that immediately capture my first graders' attention and make them excited to learn.\r\n\r\nWe use our color-printed materials throughout the day for literacy and math centers, small-group instruction, hands-on activities, classroom resources, and visual supports. Color is especially helpful for young learners because it allows me to highlight important information, organize activities visually, and create materials that are easier for my students to understand and use independently. My students especially love seeing colorful activities and resources created just for them!\r\n\r\nThis technology will continue to benefit my students all year long. I am incredibly thankful that you chose to invest in our classroom and help provide my first graders with engaging, meaningful learning experiences. Your generosity has given me another valuable tool to make learning fun, memorable, and accessible for every student.","fullyFundedDate":1783302073229,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-first-graders-learn-in-color/10303313/","projectTitle":"Help Our First Graders Learn in Color!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Leach","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10517204_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1779836855544","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10517204"},{"teacherId":10517204,"projectId":10308845,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Help My First Graders Learn Through Collaboration.\" Your generosity has made such a positive difference in our classroom! My students were incredibly excited when they saw their new table and seating. They immediately wanted to gather together, work with their classmates, and enjoy their new learning space.\r\n\r\nWe are using this area throughout our school day for small-group instruction, partner activities, reading, word work, math practice, and collaborative projects. It has given my first graders a comfortable space where they can talk, share ideas, help one another, and learn together. I have already seen how having a dedicated space for collaboration encourages participation and makes learning feel more engaging and special.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through the school year, this space will be used daily as my students grow as readers, mathematicians, problem-solvers, and friends. Thank you for investing in my students and helping me create a classroom where they feel excited to learn and work together. We are so grateful for your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1783302073068,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-first-graders-learn-through-coll/10308845/","projectTitle":"Help My First Graders Learn Through Collaboration","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Leach","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10517204_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1779836855544","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10517204"},{"teacherId":10051536,"projectId":9747158,"letterContent":"The new class rug and the math and reading games have really changed our classroom vibe and boosted our students' learning. When we first unrolled the rug, the kids couldn't contain their excitement! They instantly claimed their favorite spots for reading and group work. It's been amazing to see them come together on the rug, especially during our recent math project. They gathered around, using the new games to solve problems, and it turned into a lively discussion filled with ideas and strategies.\r\n\r\nThe students were so thrilled when they saw the new materials; their faces lit up! It's really helped them feel more confident and eager to participate in both math and reading. Looking ahead, we're planning to have a math game tournament where teams will tackle challenges together. This will not only reinforce their skills but also encourage teamwork and communication. Thanks to the support from our donors, our classroom has become a fun and engaging place to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1758860971233,"projectUrl":"project/game-on-learning-with-a-new-rug/9747158/","projectTitle":"Game on: Learning with a New Rug","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gibson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10051536_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y289&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749674541336","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10051536"},{"teacherId":10059989,"projectId":9578171,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for giving my class a place filled with fun on inside recess days! We have already had to use this space many times! The children love the basketball goal and trampolines the most! They bounce and bounce! It has been AMAZING! The bean bag toss and ball toss are also very popular!! The sensory boards have been amazing for fine motor development, and some of the quieter kids flock to them! It is amazing that you chose to support us! Thank you so much from the bottom of our bouncy hearts!","fullyFundedDate":1757114832543,"projectUrl":"project/inside-recess-room/9578171/","projectTitle":"Inside Recess Room","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hubbard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10059989"},{"teacherId":10059989,"projectId":9423985,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my reading center makeover! The new materials have brought my center back to life! The children now have a place to go sit comfortably to look at books or ipads. Before this, they had to take the books to the grouptime carpet, this was often chaotic, as other children were playing with toys in the rug.\r\n The new materials allow me to store materials neatly and is bright with the new lamps. It is so Homey!\r\n It means a lot that you would spend your money on the little children of Mayes county. Many of my students struggle financially, and probably don't have an adequate library at home, so this center at school is helping develop a love of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1755703466612,"projectUrl":"project/reading-center-makeover-going-from-drab/9423985/","projectTitle":"Reading Center Makeover Going from Drab to Fab!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hubbard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10059989"},{"teacherId":10187109,"projectId":9620064,"letterContent":"Your donations have truly transformed our classroom, creating a more supportive, engaging, and organized learning environment for every student. The rug provides a warm, inviting place for us to gather and learn together, helping students feel calm and connected. The flexible seating empowers students to choose the spaces where they focus best, giving them ownership of their learning. The sweeper has made it easy to keep our room clean, building responsibility and pride in our shared space. Together, these resources have strengthened our routines, improved focus, and helped students feel more confident and successful each day.","fullyFundedDate":1755703466506,"projectUrl":"project/building-community-on-the-carpet/9620064/","projectTitle":"Building Community on the Carpet","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hebb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10187109"},{"teacherId":10051536,"projectId":9400889,"letterContent":"When everything arrived, my students were absolutely thrilled! Their faces lit up as we opened each box, and they couldn't wait to try everything out. The bean bag chairs quickly became the most popular reading and learning spots in the room—students love curling up with a good book or using the headphones to focus during independent work. The excitement and pride they feel in having such a comfortable, inviting classroom space is wonderful to see.\r\n\r\nWe've already incorporated the new resources into our daily lessons. The learning games have made review time both engaging and meaningful—students are collaborating, practicing skills, and having fun while reinforcing what we've learned. The headphones have been especially helpful during our reading and technology centers, allowing students to work independently at their own pace without distractions. It's amazing how much more focused and motivated they are when they can learn in a way that fits their individual needs.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we'll continue using these materials to create a classroom environment where every student feels comfortable, supported, and excited to learn. The combination of fun, comfort, and focus these resources bring has truly transformed our learning space. Thank you so much for your generosity and for helping my students thrive—your support has made a lasting difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1755703060361,"projectUrl":"project/curious-kids-need-cozy-corners-clever/9400889/","projectTitle":"Curious Kids Need Cozy Corners & Clever Challenges!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gibson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10051536_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y289&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749674541336","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10051536"},{"teacherId":8815661,"projectId":9377214,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, my Pre-K class and I want to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous donation that made it possible for us to get a beautiful new classroom rug. It's bright, it's fresh, and fun for learning new things. \r\n\r\nOur new rug has already transformed our learning space! It provides a bright, comfortable area where we gather each day for stories, songs, and lessons. The children are thrilled to have a cozy, colorful spot that helps them learn about personal space, group activities, and taking care of our classroom environment.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and support make a real difference in our students' daily experiences. We're so grateful for your contribution to creating a welcoming and joyful space for learning.","fullyFundedDate":1755703060080,"projectUrl":"project/a-place-where-ideas-and-friends-gather/9377214/","projectTitle":"A Place Where Ideas and Friends Gather!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gayer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8815661_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748190109512","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8815661"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_86865","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":232,"numTeachers":18,"percentFrplEligible":89,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":40,"percentIndigenous":51,"percentLatinx":2,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":4,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 1","studentTeacherRatio":"12.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":68.4,"schoolId":86865,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Locust Grove Early Learning Center on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Locust Grove Early Learning Center","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/oklahoma/locust-grove-school-district-i-17/locust-grove-early-learning-ctr/86865"}