{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Coolidge Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":47.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10529451,"projectId":10521667,"letterContent":"hank you so much for your generous support! Through your contribution, our classroom has gained essential tools that directly power my students' daily learning and focus. Technology plays a huge role in modern education, and having our own reliable set of colorful Yunsailing headphones with built-in microphones allows us to seamlessly run our daily reading and math programs, including Reading Horizons, Amira, MAP Fluency, Epic, Studies Weekly, and Prodigy. During our NWEA assessments and independent study time, these headsets keep classroom distractions at bay so every child can hear their instructions clearly.\r\n\r\nEqually important are our new Dixon Ticonderoga Laddie pencils. Offering the perfect thick grip for developing young hands, these pencils give my second graders the support they need to transition smoothly between digital learning and pencil-to-paper work without handwriting fatigue.\r\n\r\nThe absolute most exciting part for the students was getting to pick out their bright-colored headsets and test out the attached microphones for the first time! They love feeling like real podcasters when recording their voice on programs like Amira and MAP Fluency. The microphones have been an incredible game-changer, especially for my quieter and more hesitant readers. Students who used to feel shy reading out loud in front of the whole class are starting to speak up more—they can now comfortably whisper-read into their mics, practice their pronunciation, and complete their fluency assessments with growing confidence.\r\n\r\nYour support didn't just provide supplies; you gave my second graders the exact tools they need to stay focused, build reading independence, and take pride in their daily progress. Thank you for investing in our classroom community and empowering my bright students every single day!","fullyFundedDate":1787836306855,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-and-pencils-ready-for-daily/10521667/","projectTitle":"Headphones and Pencils: Ready for Daily Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ashley Flores","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10529451_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y848&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1781495534359","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-mejiaflores"},{"teacherId":10529451,"projectId":10551070,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! Through your support, our classroom has been transformed into a vibrant hub of hands-on creativity and exploration. Your gifts have officially turned our indoor recess and morning downtime into seamless extensions of our learning community. Using the clear GAMENOTE storage bins, we organized our new items so our second graders can independently choose their materials, practice responsibility, and take pride in caring for our shared tools.\r\n\r\nWhen the packages first arrived and we unboxed them together, the reaction was pure magic. There were literal gasps, wide eyes, and cheers as the bright, vibrant colors of the Play-Doh cans and magnetic blocks immediately captured their attention. Many of my second graders had never had access to a brand-new, complete LEGO set before, and seeing 790 pieces made their eyes light up with endless possibilities—it felt like absolute Christmas morning in our classroom.\r\n\r\nDuring a recent rainy day, our room became a full-scale engineering studio as small groups naturally collaborated to design multiple buildings being built across our rug. One group used the LEGO Classic Creative Brick Box to engineer a multi-building complex complete with structural supports and scaffolding, while another team used the Hiwawind Princess Magnetic Blocks to craft a palace with a surrounding garden. Students even integrated the Lewo Wooden Stacking Blocks to build sturdy structures, and sculpted tiny vehicles and trees out of the fresh Play-Doh.\r\n\r\nOne unforgettable moment showcased just how wonderfully the kids work together to build cooperatively: a group of students worked together to build back the Jenga pieces, holding their breath and hoping that it wouldn't fall with every block placed. When their structure held steady, the whole table erupted in cheers! Beyond the building blocks, the Play-Doh has also become a favorite soothing, tactile outlet for sensory regulation. \r\n\r\nYour support didn't just buy materials; you provided tools that foster teamwork, spatial reasoning, and a genuine love for learning. Thank you for giving my bright, energetic students a safe, fun space to recharge their minds and grow together!","fullyFundedDate":1790785460385,"projectUrl":"project/constructing-creativity-indoor-recess-/10551070/","projectTitle":"Constructing Creativity: Indoor Recess & STEM Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ashley Flores","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10529451_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y848&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1781495534359","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-mejiaflores"},{"teacherId":2794934,"projectId":10549143,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our school library! The paperback book protectors will help extend the life of our books, keeping them in good condition for many students to enjoy. The clear browsing bins will make our shelves more organized and inviting while helping students easily see and discover books that interest them. Your generosity helps us care for our library collection and create a welcoming space that encourages a love of reading. We truly appreciate your support! Thank you for supporting public school libraries.","fullyFundedDate":1788566852762,"projectUrl":"project/browsing-through-our-books/10549143/","projectTitle":"Browsing Through Our Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nelson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/christa-nelson"},{"teacherId":2794934,"projectId":10290095,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our school library! The supplies for each library table will give students the tools they need to participate in activities, complete projects, and explore their creativity. The clear drawers will help keep everything organized and easily accessible, making our library a more welcoming and functional space. The new STEM books will encourage curiosity, exploration, and a love of learning. Your generosity makes a difference in our students' daily library experiences. We are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1784856098227,"projectUrl":"project/an-organized-and-creative-library-to-hel/10290095/","projectTitle":"An Organized and Creative Library to Help Us Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nelson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/christa-nelson"},{"teacherId":2794934,"projectId":10345048,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our school library! The new STEM picture books will introduce students to exciting topics in science, technology, engineering, and math while encouraging curiosity, creativity, and exploration. The clear storage bins will help us keep these books organized, accessible, and easy to spot on our library shelves. Your generosity helps us create an inviting space where students can discover new interests, explore big ideas, and develop a lifelong love of learning. Thank you for supporting public school libraries.","fullyFundedDate":1787136444990,"projectUrl":"project/bins-and-books/10345048/","projectTitle":"Bins and Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nelson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/christa-nelson"},{"teacherId":2794934,"projectId":10156182,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our school library! Your generosity will help us bring exciting, high-interest, newly released books to our students and create an engaging, student-driven reading experience. The voting boxes will allow students to share their opinions, participate in fun reading challenges, and feel more connected to our library collection. Your support helps us build a love of reading and gives students a voice in what they read. We are so grateful for your kindness and investment in our readers!","fullyFundedDate":1777983837798,"projectUrl":"project/this-or-that-let-students-choose-their/10156182/","projectTitle":"This or That: Let Students Choose Their Next Favorite Book!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nelson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/christa-nelson"},{"teacherId":4413932,"projectId":10441647,"letterContent":"Thanks so much for donating to my project! We are so grateful for the supplies and have been using them in the classroom. The snacks have been very much appreciated by my students as many of them come to school hungry and they are also great motivators for academics and behavior. We print many materials in color for this special population of scholars and it makes their school work more meaningful. We also decorate the room with color printed materials that make for an inviting and cheerful classroom! Thanks again for supporting special education and helping us succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1787015063082,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-learning/10441647/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Christian","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4413932_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690923965849","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4413932"},{"teacherId":10009878,"projectId":10557011,"letterContent":"Our students were so excited to receive the snack donations! These snacks will be a special way to celebrate their hard work, effort, and positive behavior during our small-group ELL lessons. When students do well, participate, and give their best effort, they can earn a snack as a reward. We will also enjoy snacks together on Fridays to celebrate the end of a successful week.\r\n\r\nThese donations help make our classroom a welcoming and encouraging place where students feel motivated and proud of their accomplishments. Learning a new language takes patience, practice, and courage, and we want our students to know that their efforts matter. As we continue working on listening, speaking, reading, and writing in English, these small rewards will help us celebrate progress, build confidence, and keep students excited about learning.\r\n\r\nThank you to our generous donors for supporting our ELL students and helping make their learning experience even more special. Your kindness makes a difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1788105756765,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-rewards-for-hard-work/10557011/","projectTitle":"Sweet Rewards for Hard Work","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10009878"},{"teacherId":5358254,"projectId":10267725,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and for providing our classroom with a light table! We are using the light table for hands-on activities that encourage creativity, curiosity, and problem-solving. The students enjoy exploring colors, shapes, and patterns while developing their fine motor skills and learning through play.\r\n\r\n When my students first saw the light table, their faces lit up with excitement! They were eager to gather around it and discover all the different ways they could use the materials. It has been wonderful to watch them work together, share ideas, and use their imaginations as they explore. The light table has created new opportunities for meaningful learning and engagement in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1787197496493,"projectUrl":"project/lighting-up-little-minds-a-light-table/10267725/","projectTitle":"“Lighting Up Little Minds: A Light Table for Kindergarten Discovery","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5358254"},{"teacherId":10529451,"projectId":10390906,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support for our classroom! Your donation brought wonderful new STEM sets and sports equipment to our students, and we are truly grateful for your kindness.\r\n\r\nWhen the packages first arrived and my students saw what was inside; the colorful magnetic tiles, building discs, magnetic sticks, soccer ball, and basketball, their eyes completely lit up. There was an instant wave of excitement, gasps, and cheering across the room. Many students immediately began asking, \"Can we play with these today?\"\r\n\r\nSince opening the boxes, these new resources have completely transformed our classroom routines and playtime:\r\n\r\n Indoor Recess: On days when we can't go outside, indoor recess used to be a challenge. Now, it has become one of the most anticipated parts of the day! Students gather together on the rug with the magnetic tiles, building discs, and magnetic sticks to collaborate and create. A specific moment that stands out was during a recent rainy day when two students challenged each other to build the tallest tower possible using the magnetic tiles and building discs. They carefully experimented with base stability and weight balance as the structure grew higher, cheering each other on and gathering a small audience of classmates who helped brainstorm how to keep it from tipping over.\r\n Outdoor Play & PE: While our building sets fuel creativity inside during recess, the new basketball and outdoor soccer ball have revitalized our time outside on the playground and field. Having durable, proper equipment has allowed students to practice sportsmanship, passing skills, and cooperative group games.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, our next steps for indoor recess include introducing fun daily \"Design Challenges\" such as seeing who can build the tallest freestanding tower or designing a bridge that can support a small object using the building discs and tiles. Outside, students are continuing to work on team-building skills and structured ball-handling drills.\r\n\r\nYour contribution gave my students tools that foster creativity, critical thinking, and teamwork every single day. Thank you for making such a positive difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1784866556682,"projectUrl":"project/rain-or-shine-play-move-and-build-in/10390906/","projectTitle":"Rain or Shine: Play, Move, and Build in 2nd Grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ashley Flores","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10529451_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y848&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1781495534359","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-mejiaflores"},{"teacherId":6587838,"projectId":10253111,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating writing materials to our kindergarten classroom! With these new pencil boxes and clipboards, my kindergarteners have the tools they need for writing success. It has been so exciting to see my students progress from drawing pictures, to adding labels and words, and now to writing simple sentences. I cannot wait to see how their writing continues to progress as the year goes on. Thanks for helping my kindergarten students grow as writers this year! Your generosity and support means so much to me and my students.","fullyFundedDate":1778262045916,"projectUrl":"project/ready-set-write/10253111/","projectTitle":"Ready, Set, Write!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Leeson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6587838_orig.jpg?crop=1577,1577,x0,y225&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686592342085","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nekaleeson"},{"teacherId":6587838,"projectId":10680777,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating alphabet books to our kindergarten classroom! My kindergarteners were so excited to receive to a new set of books to learn about the letters Aa through Gg. With these books, my students will develop their knowledge of letters and sounds, their concept of beginning sound, and their vocabularies. These alphabet books will be well used during our phonics instruction and loved for many years to come! Thanks again for your genersity and support of our kindergarten classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1790889184953,"projectUrl":"project/letter-of-the-day-books/10680777/","projectTitle":"Letter of the Day Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Leeson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6587838_orig.jpg?crop=1577,1577,x0,y225&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686592342085","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nekaleeson"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_86996","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":500,"numTeachers":41,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":5,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":82,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":3,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 4","studentTeacherRatio":"12.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":52.2,"schoolId":86996,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Coolidge Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Coolidge Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/oklahoma/oklahoma-city-school-district/coolidge-elementary-school/86996"}