{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"J.D. Parker Math-Sci-Tech School","outOfStateSupporters":42.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5470875,"projectId":9219018,"letterContent":"I would like to extend my sincere thanks and heartfelt appreciation for your generous donation of pencil boxes. Your thoughtful contribution has made a meaningful difference, and we are truly grateful for your support.\r\n\r\nThese supplies are more than just stationery—they represent encouragement, care, and the belief that every student deserves the tools they need to succeed. The pencil boxes will be a great help in keeping our materials organized and accessible, and they have brought big smiles to many faces.\r\nThank you once again for your kindness and generosity. Your support truly means a lot.","fullyFundedDate":1746820780281,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-organized/9219018/","projectTitle":"Let's Get Organized","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cavolo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5470875_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731457248777","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jillcavolo"},{"teacherId":3590831,"projectId":9209436,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous support of our Shark Classroom Exploration project! As a first-grade teacher in South Florida, just minutes from the beach, I believe deeply in the power of connecting our students with the incredible marine life that surrounds us — and thanks to you, that connection has grown in the most inspiring ways.\r\n\r\nYour donation brought sharks to life in our classroom! With the addition of nonfiction shark books, my students eagerly dove into learning about different species, their unique habits, and their vital roles in the ocean ecosystem. Watching their reading skills flourish while they devoured facts about these fascinating creatures was truly a joy.\r\n\r\nBut the learning didn't stop there. The shark-themed activities and tools you helped provide created an engaging, hands-on experience that brought our lessons to the next level. From identifying real shark teeth that could have washed up just down the road, to proudly wearing their shark tooth necklaces home, my students were able to take ownership of their learning in a tangible, unforgettable way.\r\n\r\nOne of the most magical moments was seeing their eyes light up when they held a real shark tooth for the first time — the awe, the excitement, the curiosity! These are the kinds of moments that ignite a lifelong love of learning.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, we've created a classroom environment where science and literacy come alive, where students feel connected to the world just outside our door, and where discovery is something they look forward to every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1746500587599,"projectUrl":"project/super-shark-stem-exploration-classroom-t/9209436/","projectTitle":"Super Shark STEM Exploration Classroom Transformation","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McIntyre","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3590831_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731412679245","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/brittany-mcintyre"},{"teacherId":3590831,"projectId":9249857,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation that made it possible for our classroom to receive a wonderful set of shark books. These books have opened up an exciting world of ocean learning for our first-grade students, and I wanted to share the impact they've had.\r\n\r\nOur class has been diving deep into ocean life, and the books you helped provide—Thresher Shark, Great White Shark, Whitetip Shark, Bull Shark, Hammerhead Shark, Sand Tiger Sharks, and the fun and imaginative What If You Could Sniff Like a Shark?—have sparked endless curiosity and joy in our classroom.\r\n\r\nEach book brought something special:\r\n\r\nThresher Shark amazed students with its long tail and the way it stuns fish—one student called it a \"shark with a superhero whip!\"\r\n\r\nGreat White Shark became a class favorite—students were fascinated by how it can smell blood from so far away.\r\n\r\nWhitetip Shark helped students understand the importance of every animal in the food chain and the way sharks move through the ocean.\r\n\r\nBull Shark led to giggles and wide eyes when kids learned it can swim in both oceans and rivers—\"It's like a shark that can go anywhere!\"\r\n\r\nHammerhead Shark taught the kids about unique adaptations and how their special heads help them see and hunt better.\r\n\r\nSand Tiger Sharks helped children learn that even the scariest-looking animals aren't always dangerous—they were surprised by how gentle this shark really is!\r\n\r\nAnd What If You Could Sniff Like a Shark? brought science and imagination together in such a fun way! It got students thinking about animal senses and how amazing nature can be.\r\n\r\nThese books didn't just teach facts—they inspired critical thinking, conversations, creativity, and a deep appreciation for the natural world. Our reading time turned into science time, art time, and even writing time, as students drew their favorite sharks and wrote fun facts they learned.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom became a little ocean of learning. Thank you for helping us make waves in reading, science, and imagination.","fullyFundedDate":1744982103813,"projectUrl":"project/super-non-fiction-shark-study/9249857/","projectTitle":"Super Non-Fiction Shark Study","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McIntyre","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3590831_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731412679245","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/brittany-mcintyre"},{"teacherId":3590831,"projectId":9226254,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our first-grade classroom has been enriched with the \"How to Catch\" book series—an engaging and educational resource that has already made a meaningful impact on our young learners.\r\n\r\nThese books have quickly become classroom favorites. Their vibrant illustrations, humor, and action-packed stories captivate the attention of even our most reluctant readers. By sparking excitement around reading, they have helped foster a genuine love for books among students who are just beginning their literacy journey.\r\n\r\nThe rhythmic, repetitive text structure of the series supports key early literacy skills, including vocabulary development, reading fluency, and comprehension. Students eagerly anticipate what will happen next, and the predictable patterns build their confidence as emerging readers.\r\n\r\nBeyond literacy, the books have encouraged creativity, imagination, and critical thinking. Students have explored fun STEM connections through the characters' clever traps, and we've extended these lessons into writing prompts, collaborative problem-solving activities, and even art projects. Whether through group read-alouds or small group discussions, these books have become a versatile teaching tool in our classroom.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for this donation. The \"How to Catch\" series has not only brought joy and laughter into our classroom but also supported our students in developing foundational reading and thinking skills that will benefit them for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1746656248776,"projectUrl":"project/spring-into-reading-with-how-to-catch/9226254/","projectTitle":"Spring into Reading with \"How to Catch\" Series","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McIntyre","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3590831_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731412679245","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/brittany-mcintyre"},{"teacherId":3590831,"projectId":9208033,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in funding our classroom project focused on teaching money concepts to first-grade students. Your contribution is making a meaningful difference in how our young learners engage with and understand the world of math and money.\r\n\r\nWith the addition of money manipulatives, coins, play bills, a classroom cash register, and interactive money games, our students now have the tools to explore important real-life math skills in a hands-on and exciting way. These resources turn abstract concepts into concrete experiences—helping children grasp the value of coins and bills, understand basic addition and subtraction, and practice real-world transactions through imaginative play.\r\n\r\nThe cash register, in particular, has been a hit! Students love taking turns as cashier and customer, and through this role-play, they're not only strengthening their math abilities but also building communication and social skills. The money games, both digital and physical, are already making learning fun and helping students retain what they've learned through repetition and play.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, our classroom is now filled with joyful learning moments and foundational skills that will benefit students far beyond this school year. We are truly grateful for your belief in our mission and in the potential of every child in our room.","fullyFundedDate":1746466811576,"projectUrl":"project/money-madness-money-manipulatives/9208033/","projectTitle":"Money Madness! Money Manipulatives","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McIntyre","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3590831_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731412679245","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/brittany-mcintyre"},{"teacherId":3590831,"projectId":9208969,"letterContent":"I am writing to share the positive impact of our recent initiative integrating learning games and manipulatives into first-grade geometry lessons. This project aimed to enhance young learners' understanding of shapes through hands-on, engaging experiences that align with their developmental needs.\r\n\r\nAt this early stage of learning, children thrive through exploration and play. By incorporating physical tools such as geometric blocks, shape cut-outs, and building puzzles, we created an environment where students could actively interact with two- and three-dimensional shapes. These tactile experiences enabled them to recognize and describe key attributes like sides, angles, and corners with confidence and enthusiasm.\r\n\r\nOne of the most rewarding outcomes was the noticeable growth in students' spatial reasoning and vocabulary. As they built, sorted, and classified shapes during structured play, students developed a more intuitive grasp of geometric concepts. This not only strengthened their current understanding but also laid a critical foundation for more complex mathematical learning in future grades.\r\n\r\nMoreover, the use of games and manipulatives fostered collaboration, creativity, and problem-solving among students. It transformed our math lessons into vibrant, inclusive spaces where every child could contribute, learn by doing, and develop a genuine excitement for mathematics.\r\n\r\nThis project reaffirmed the value of experiential learning in early childhood education. By making abstract concepts tangible and enjoyable, we empowered our students to approach math with curiosity and confidence.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting initiatives that make a lasting difference in young learners' lives.","fullyFundedDate":1745846944460,"projectUrl":"project/super-shapes-2d3d-for-1st-graders/9208969/","projectTitle":"Super Shapes 2D/3D for 1st Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McIntyre","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3590831_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731412679245","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/brittany-mcintyre"},{"teacherId":3590831,"projectId":9207948,"letterContent":"I'm writing to share the incredible impact your support has had on my teaching and the experiences I'm able to provide for my students.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, I received a durable rubber bag specifically designed for field trips, as well as a versatile travel bag for daily professional use. These may seem like simple items, but they have transformed how I prepare for and manage both classroom responsibilities and off-site learning experiences.\r\n\r\nEach year, our first-grade class looks forward to a beach trip and a visit to the local ocean center—highlights of our science curriculum and a chance to build real-world connections. Previously, carrying essential items like snacks, student medications, extra clothes, and educational materials was a logistical challenge, especially when weather conditions were unpredictable. Now, with the rubber bag's waterproof and flexible design, I can transport everything safely and efficiently, ensuring students stay focused, cared for, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThe travel bag has also become an essential part of my daily routine. From bringing lesson plans and student records to training sessions and parent meetings, it allows me to stay organized, reduce stress, and maintain a professional appearance. It supports my efforts to be fully prepared, whether I'm in the classroom or representing my school in the community.\r\n\r\nThese bags have added convenience, security, and a renewed sense of confidence to my role as an educator. More importantly, they allow me to focus more energy on what matters most—providing meaningful, enriching experiences for my students.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your meaningful contribution. Your support is truly felt every day.","fullyFundedDate":1745926035964,"projectUrl":"project/field-trip-bag-and-teacher-storage/9207948/","projectTitle":"Field Trip Bag and Teacher Storage","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McIntyre","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3590831_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731412679245","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/brittany-mcintyre"},{"teacherId":3590831,"projectId":9226063,"letterContent":"On behalf of myself and my first-grade students, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous donation of the Clark the Shark series and Big Shark, Little Shark books to our classroom library. Your kindness has made a truly meaningful impact on our learning environment, and I couldn't be more grateful.\r\n\r\nSince the moment we added these books to our shelves, they've become instant favorites! Our students are absolutely loving the colorful illustrations, fun rhymes, and relatable characters. Every day, I see little faces light up as they dive into Clark's adventures and follow along with the silly antics of the Big Shark and Little Shark duo. For many of our students, these books are more than just reading material—they're the spark that makes learning exciting and fun.\r\n\r\nIt has been such a joy watching their enthusiasm for reading grow. The students have been reading these books again and again, sometimes even racing to the bookshelf during free reading time to make sure they get a chance to read their favorite stories. It's moments like these that remind me how powerful stories can be in helping young minds develop a lifelong love of reading.\r\n\r\nTo build on this excitement, we've even created quizzes on our classroom laptops that go along with the books. The kids love the challenge! It gives them a chance to show off how much they've learned from the stories while practicing their comprehension and computer skills. They eagerly look forward to quiz time and cheer each other on when someone scores a perfect result. It's turning into a whole new way to reinforce literacy in a fun, interactive way.\r\n\r\nYour donation didn't just add books to our shelf—it added joy to our day, confidence to our students, and excitement to our lessons. Many of our kids don't have access to books like these at home, so having them available in the classroom means they get to explore new stories, characters, and vocabulary every day. You've helped create a richer, more engaging learning experience that goes far beyond the pages of a book.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and supporting early literacy. Your generosity has helped create a positive and inspiring environment where young readers can thrive. We are so lucky to have you as part of our learning journey, and we hope to continue sharing the joy of reading with your help in the future.","fullyFundedDate":1744213185454,"projectUrl":"project/swim-into-reading-with-clark-the-shark-a/9226063/","projectTitle":"Swim into Reading with Clark the Shark and Big Shark, Little Shark!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McIntyre","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3590831_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731412679245","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/brittany-mcintyre"},{"teacherId":3590831,"projectId":8991656,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting and this project! The students had a wonderful time learning about Easter, bunnies, and egg games! They loved playing the relay race game with the eggs and spoons, we made it a fun math game! Unfortunately I couldn't get good photos without showing the faces. But they had a lot of fun and I will be able to use them for many years to come. \r\nThe books were so fun for read alouds and the students wanted to keep on reading them. The pop it game, stickers and other early finishers made the perfect touch for activities to do at the end of our learning. \r\nThank you again for supporting my class!","fullyFundedDate":1743102068253,"projectUrl":"project/spring-time-fun/8991656/","projectTitle":"Spring Time Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McIntyre","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3590831_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731412679245","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/brittany-mcintyre"},{"teacherId":5470875,"projectId":8975018,"letterContent":"I am writing to express our deepest gratitude for your generous donation toward providing student cushions and enhancing the comfort of our learning environment. Your thoughtful contribution is making a world of difference to our students, allowing them to engage more comfortably and focus on their studies with greater ease.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, our students now have access to comfortable seating that helps improve their focus and overall well-being throughout the school day. The cushions have already had a noticeable positive impact on both classroom behavior and academic performance, as students are able to stay engaged and motivated in a more comfortable space.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has made it possible for us to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for all learners. We deeply appreciate your generosity and the positive difference you are making in the lives of our students.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for your incredible contribution. Your support means the world to us and to the students whose educational experience is enhanced because of you.","fullyFundedDate":1733844929019,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-first-grade-comfort-and-creati/8975018/","projectTitle":"Enhancing First Grade Comfort and Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cavolo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5470875_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731457248777","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jillcavolo"},{"teacherId":5470875,"projectId":8949712,"letterContent":"I would like to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous donation toward our phonics games. Your support is making a significant impact on the educational journey of countless children, providing them with a fun, engaging, and effective way to improve their reading skills.\r\n\r\nThe phonics games funded by your donation are already proving to be a valuable resource in enhancing early literacy. Thanks to you, students are gaining the confidence they need to master essential phonics skills in an interactive, enjoyable environment. Your kindness is helping to shape brighter futures for young learners and is making a lasting difference in their education.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your commitment to our cause and the wonderful opportunity you've given us to support the development of children in such a meaningful way. It is through the generosity of donors like you that we are able to continue our mission and provide essential resources that transform lives.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for your incredible support. We are truly grateful for your partnership, and we look forward to sharing the continued success of this program with you.","fullyFundedDate":1734099466524,"projectUrl":"project/game-on-fun-filled-learning-adventures/8949712/","projectTitle":"\"Game On: Fun-Filled Learning Adventures!\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cavolo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5470875_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731457248777","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jillcavolo"},{"teacherId":3590831,"projectId":8953491,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding this project. I now have a comfy chair while I sit at my small group table rather than the school provided hard plastic one. \r\nThe books have been great for small group intervention and enrichment for differentiating my small groups. Students are enjoying reading and excited to read with fluency. I will be able to use the books for years \r\n\r\nThe teacher chair will provide me with a comfortable and supportive seating arrangement that promotes effective, responsive teaching. In first grade, where students are still building foundational literacy skills, my ability to interact closely with each student during lessons is paramount. A chair that allows for flexibility and comfort will ensure that I can engage with the class effectively, moving between different learning groups while maintaining a dynamic, inclusive learning environment.\r\n\r\nEqually important are decodable books, which play a vital role in supporting early literacy development. These books are specifically designed to align with the phonics skills our first graders are learning, offering a controlled vocabulary that reinforces letter-sound relationships. When used in small group settings, decodable books allow for targeted, personalized instruction. This focused approach helps students build confidence as they apply their phonics knowledge in a meaningful context, fostering not just reading fluency, but also a love for reading.\r\n\r\nSmall group instruction is invaluable in first grade. It enables me to provide immediate feedback, guide students through challenging texts, and give them the individualized support they need to succeed. As students work through these books, they develop stronger comprehension skills, increased fluency, and a deeper understanding of how language works. The ability to work in small groups with decodable books accelerates their literacy growth and sets them up for future academic success.\r\n\r\nInvesting in these tools— a teacher chair and decodable books— will make a significant difference in our classroom environment, enhancing both teaching and learning. Thank you for considering this request. Your support will have a lasting impact on the educational experiences of our first-grade students and their future academic journey.","fullyFundedDate":1733071116895,"projectUrl":"project/super-small-group-decodables/8953491/","projectTitle":"Super Small Group Decodables","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McIntyre","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3590831_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731412679245","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/brittany-mcintyre"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_46593","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":531,"numTeachers":45,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":23,"percentWhite":20,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":47,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"11.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":58.0,"schoolId":46593,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about J.D. 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