{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Harding Fine Arts Academy","outOfStateSupporters":34.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10111050,"projectId":10128935,"letterContent":"The true impact of a project like \"Firehawk Lifesavers\" is not measured simply by the plastic and electronics that arrived in the mail; it is measured in the profound sense of confidence and readiness that now permeates our hallways at Harding Fine Arts Academy. When you chose to support this initiative, you didn't just buy CPR manikins and training AEDs; you invested in the physical safety of our school and the professional development of our students. Because of your generosity, we have successfully transformed a standard health curriculum into a life-saving certification hub that bridges the gap between classroom theory and real-world emergency response.\r\n\r\nAs an educator and Athletic Director, I see firsthand the energy our students bring to the court and the classroom. However, I also know that emergencies don't give warnings. Before your donation, our training was largely \"pencil and paper.\" We talked about the steps of cardiac arrest response, but my students didn't have the hands-on tools to build the muscle memory required to save a life. Today, that has completely changed. Our students are no longer just \"learning about\" CPR; they are practicing high-quality compressions on responsive manikins that provide real-time feedback. They are learning how to stay calm while an AED trainer coaches them through the rhythm of a heart-start. This hands-on experience is the difference between a student who freezes in a crisis and a student who steps up to lead.\r\n\r\nThe impact ripples far beyond the walls of our gym. By providing these resources, you have enabled us to offer American Heart Association (AHA) certification pathways right here on campus. For many of our students, this is their first professional credential. This certification makes them more employable for summer jobs at daycares, pools, and community centers, providing them with an immediate economic advantage. It gives them a sense of \"Firehawk Pride\" that comes from knowing they are a certified asset to the Oklahoma City community.\r\n\r\nFurthermore, these tools have allowed me to streamline our safety protocols across the entire athletic department. Our coaches and student-assistants now use this equipment to stay sharp, ensuring that every game and practice is overseen by people who are prepared for the unthinkable. You have helped us build a culture of \"Lifesavers\" where safety is a shared responsibility rather than a distant concept.\r\n\r\nI want you to know that your gift is being used daily. Whether it's a freshman in health class discovering their interest in a medical career or a senior basketball player ensuring they are ready to protect their teammates, your footprint is everywhere. You have removed the financial barriers that often keep high-quality safety equipment out of urban school districts. On behalf of the faculty, the athletes, and every student who now walks a little taller knowing they have the power to save a life: Thank you. You are the silent teammates behind every successful save our students will ever make.","fullyFundedDate":1773014202171,"projectUrl":"project/firehawk-lifesavers/10128935/","projectTitle":"Firehawk Lifesavers","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Guthery","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10111050"},{"teacherId":7538689,"projectId":9762165,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous support in funding computers for our counseling office. Your contribution has already made a meaningful difference in the way we serve our students each day. Much of our work involves helping students regulate their emotions and navigate challenges, which often requires time spent outside of the classroom. Having reliable, readily available computers allows us to support them more effectively during those moments without the added stress of searching for resources.\r\nIn addition, we frequently assist students with important milestones such as applying to college or Career-Tech programs, completing online coursework, and submitting scholarship applications. These opportunities can be life-changing, and access to technology is a crucial part of that process. Because of your generosity, we can now provide immediate, consistent support and ensure that no student misses out due to a lack of access.\r\nYour gift has not only improved our efficiency but also created a more welcoming, supportive environment where students can focus on their goals and well-being. We truly appreciate your investment in our students' futures and in the work we do every day. Thank you again for your kindness, generosity, and commitment to education. It is making a lasting impact.","fullyFundedDate":1759888104164,"projectUrl":"project/no-phone-now-a-problem-providing-compu/9762165/","projectTitle":"No Phone? Now a Problem. Providing Computers for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Binkley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7538689_orig.jpg?crop=1582,1582,x1249,y383&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1600277694580","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7538689"},{"teacherId":10111050,"projectId":10127020,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for providing our athletic program with the high-quality training equipment we desperately needed. When the boxes arrived and our student-athletes saw the BlazePods, the X-PLOSIVE speed kits, and the XTRAMAN defenders, their faces lit up immediately. For many of our kids, this was the first time they felt like they had access to the same pro-level gear that larger, more suburban schools use every day. One of my basketball players even asked, \"Coach, are these really for us?\" That moment of realization—that people believe in their potential enough to invest in them—was just as powerful as the training itself.\r\n\r\nWe have already put these resources to work in our daily practices. We are currently using the BlazePods for reaction-time drills that challenge both their speed and their cognitive focus, while the weighted basketballs and defender mannequins have completely changed how we run our skill-development stations. Our students are no longer just running through the motions; they are engaged in high-energy, purposeful training that is building their confidence on and off the court. It has turned our gym into a high-performance environment where students are excited to show up and put in the work.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, our next step is to integrate these tools into our final evaluation cycle before our end-of-year tournaments. We are using the agility hurdles and resistance bands to track individual growth in speed and vertical jump height, allowing the students to see their own progress in real-time. This project hasn't just given us \"stuff\"—it has given us a way to show our students that with the right tools and a lot of hard work, they can compete at any level. Thank you for making this possible for our Firehawk athletes.","fullyFundedDate":1772588369490,"projectUrl":"project/masterpiece-in-motion/10127020/","projectTitle":"Masterpiece in Motion","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Guthery","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10111050"},{"teacherId":10223115,"projectId":9994776,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating new science and math resources for our library! Students have already begun checking out the materials. Our new insect section is incredibly popular with our middle school students! Our science department is also incredibly excited to have quality materials they can use as supplemental resources to their already amazing lessons! We could not have the success we do at Harding Fine Arts Academy without wonderful donors such as yourself. Again, thank you for your generous donation.","fullyFundedDate":1768206902010,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-update-our-stem-section-in-the-l/9994776/","projectTitle":"Help Us Update Our STEM Section in the Library!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nieto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10223115"},{"teacherId":10223115,"projectId":10129159,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the items for our sensory corner in the library. Students have already began using the figits, coloring items, and flexible seating. We even have one student who has been checking out the \"breathing bear\" (this is a bear that lights up and walks a kid through a breathing exercise). She reports that it has greatly helped her anxiety at school and it has allowed her to remain in the classroom to receive all of the instruction from her teacher. The items you so graciously donated are changing lives.","fullyFundedDate":1773014201925,"projectUrl":"project/calm-down-with-a-good-book/10129159/","projectTitle":"Calm Down with a Good Book","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nieto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10223115"},{"teacherId":7929562,"projectId":9790120,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing a charging station for our counseling space. Because of your kindness, we now have a more organized and efficient environment that truly supports our students' needs.\r\n\r\nThis addition has truly changed how students are able to access important applications such as FAFSA, Oklahoma Promise, college applications, and MetroTech applications. With reliable, fully charged computers always available, students no longer have to wait or worry about interruptions. They can focus on completing these critical steps toward their future with confidence.\r\n\r\nWe've seen smoother transitions, increased productivity, and less frustration. What may seem like a small resource has made a big difference in helping students stay on track with important deadlines and opportunities.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping remove barriers and making the path to college and career readiness more accessible for all of our students. We are so grateful for your support and the impact you've made.","fullyFundedDate":1760328734474,"projectUrl":"project/charging-toward-success-organizing-our/9790120/","projectTitle":"Charging Toward Success: Organizing Our Counseling Space for Student Growth","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Saunders","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7929562_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721694073204","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7929562"},{"teacherId":7929562,"projectId":9945460,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in helping us provide sensory tools for our students. Because of you, we've been able to offer items like fidgets, noise-canceling headphones, and mints, simple tools that are making a meaningful difference every single day.\r\n\r\nStudents are using the headphones and fidgets daily, and we've already seen a positive impact. They are more regulated, better able to focus, and there has been a noticeable decrease in behavioral challenges. These tools are helping students manage their emotions and stay engaged in learning in ways that truly support their success.\r\n\r\nWhat might seem like small items have created big changes in our classrooms. Students feel more comfortable, more in control, and more confident in their ability to learn.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping us create a supportive environment where students can thrive both academically and emotionally. We are so grateful for your support and the difference you are making in our students' lives.","fullyFundedDate":1765367810409,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-student-wellness-through-sens/9945460/","projectTitle":"Supporting Student Wellness Through Sensory Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Saunders","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7929562_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721694073204","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7929562"},{"teacherId":7929562,"projectId":9868675,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support. Because of you, our students now have access to the art supplies they truly need, and the difference has been incredible to see.\r\n\r\nThese aren't just art supplies. They've become a way for students to express themselves, try new things, and build confidence in who they are. Some students who are usually quiet have started to open up through their artwork. This has been incredibly helpful to provide these tools to teachers and students.\r\n\r\nThere's a new sense of excitement in the classroom. Students are more engaged, proud of their work, and eager to share their ideas. It's been really special to watch their creativity come to life.\r\n\r\nYour kindness is making a real impact, not just in what students create, but in how they feel about themselves and their learning. We truly appreciate your support and the opportunities you've given our students.","fullyFundedDate":1762157432822,"projectUrl":"project/building-creativity-essential-art-suppl/9868675/","projectTitle":"Building Creativity: Essential Art Supplies for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Saunders","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7929562_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721694073204","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7929562"},{"teacherId":8302155,"projectId":9961880,"letterContent":"This project has helped my students grow both musically and personally through guitar. With these resources, students have been able to practice more consistently, improve their technique, and feel more confident performing.\r\n\r\nHaving the proper materials in our classroom allows students to focus on making music together and developing their skills as an ensemble. It has made rehearsals more productive and engaging while giving students the opportunity to explore their creativity and deepen their connection to music.\r\n\r\nBecause of this support, my students are able to experience the joy of learning and performing music through guitar.","fullyFundedDate":1765949148918,"projectUrl":"project/music-through-guitar/9961880/","projectTitle":"Music through Guitar","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Pham","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8302155_orig.png?crop=786,786,x0,y154&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773696185260","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8302155"},{"teacherId":8302155,"projectId":9962230,"letterContent":"This project has had a meaningful impact on my guitar students by expanding the way they experience music in the classroom. With access to modern guitar tones and sound tools, students have been able to explore new sounds and styles while developing their musicianship.\r\n\r\nThese resources have made rehearsals more engaging and have encouraged students to be more creative and confident in their playing. Students are excited to experiment with tone, perform music that reflects what they hear today, and explore their own musical ideas.\r\n\r\nThanks to donor support, my students now have more opportunities to connect with music in a creative and inspiring way.","fullyFundedDate":1765932804095,"projectUrl":"project/modern-guitar-tones-for-tomorrows-music/9962230/","projectTitle":"Modern Guitar Tones for Tomorrow’s Musicians","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Pham","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8302155_orig.png?crop=786,786,x0,y154&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773696185260","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8302155"},{"teacherId":7538689,"projectId":9882839,"letterContent":"Thanks to the support of generous donors, our project, Arts Integrated Brain Breaks: Providing A Creative Space for Students, made a meaningful difference for students during one of the most stressful times of the year, finals week. The creative materials provided students with a safe, welcoming space to pause, reset, and express themselves through art between exams and studying.\r\n\r\nDuring finals week, many students experience high levels of stress and mental fatigue. The availability of art supplies allowed students to take short \"brain breaks\" that helped them relax, refocus, and return to their work with renewed energy. Students eagerly used the materials to draw, color, paint, and create, which helped improve their mood and overall sense of well-being during a demanding academic period.\r\n\r\nBeyond finals week, the impact of this project continues. The materials remain available in the counselor's office, giving students ongoing opportunities to use creativity as a tool for self-expression, stress relief, and mindful breaks throughout the school year. These creative moments help support a positive learning environment where students feel supported both academically and emotionally.\r\n\r\nBecause of this project, students now have a lasting creative outlet that encourages balance, focus, and well-being. Your generosity has helped create a space where students can recharge their minds and express themselves in meaningful ways. Thank you for investing in their success and supporting their whole student experience.","fullyFundedDate":1763342138215,"projectUrl":"project/arts-integrated-brain-breaks-providing/9882839/","projectTitle":"Arts Integrated Brain Breaks: Providing A Creative Space for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Binkley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7538689_orig.jpg?crop=1582,1582,x1249,y383&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1600277694580","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7538689"},{"teacherId":10111050,"projectId":9783712,"letterContent":"This technology has transformed our classroom by providing students with a hands-on way to bring their ideas to life. It helps them learn by making the design process \"visible\" and physical. The students are so happy because they can use the 3D scanner to see how objects are built and then use the 3D machine to see their own creations come to life. This immediate feedback allows them to see their mistakes in the digital model and fix them before printing, turning every project into a clear, data-driven process where they are the masters of their own improvement.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part of this new equipment is the professional, \"high-tech\" feel it brings to our daily routine. I was actually surprised myself to find that I can remote control and monitor the 3D machine right from my phone, which keeps the lesson moving smoothly and allows us to check on a print's progress from anywhere in the room. The kids get a huge kick out of watching the 3D scanner capture tiny details and seeing the technology respond instantly to my phone's commands. It makes the environment feel like a real-world engineering lab, keeping their engagement levels at an all-time high.\r\n\r\nWe have about four students who have especially warmed to the new setup, and they were so happy when they first saw the 3D scanner in action. They have already joked about wanting to scan themselves to make a \"movie\" or tiny 3D versions of themselves because they think it would be so funny to see their likenesses as physical objects. They were a bit nervous when we started, but now they use the 3D machine with total confidence. Most importantly, they are starting to see a future for themselves in design and technology—a path they wouldn't have considered before. It has been amazing to watch them go from being unsure to being the ones leading the way.","fullyFundedDate":1759888101717,"projectUrl":"project/multi-colors/9783712/","projectTitle":"Multi Colors","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Guthery","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10111050"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_32340","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":398,"numTeachers":24,"percentFrplEligible":79,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":24,"percentWhite":31,"percentIndigenous":3,"percentLatinx":23,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"16.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":65.5,"schoolId":32340,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Harding Fine Arts Academy on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Harding Fine Arts Academy","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/oklahoma/oklahoma-department-of-education/harding-fine-arts-academy/32340"}