{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"McKinley Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":51.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5284263,"projectId":9951342,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project, \"Bring the Music Back\"! With your help, my students now have access to a high-quality JBL Boombox 3 speaker that has transformed the way music sounds in our classroom.\r\n\r\nNow, students can clearly hear every detail of the music, from steady beats and instrument sounds to vocal examples and accompaniment tracks. The improved sound quality has made music more engaging and exciting for my young musicians.\r\n\r\nWe are use the speaker daily for singing, movement activities, and performance preparation. The students immediately noticed the difference and have been so happy to hear their music come to life in a fuller, more energetic way. Having reliable, portable sound equipment will continue to benefit students for years to come, both inside and outside the music room.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping our classroom sound its very best!","fullyFundedDate":1774039570984,"projectUrl":"project/bring-the-music-back/9951342/","projectTitle":"Bring the Music Back!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Applebaum","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5284263_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1770225583590","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/musicalmsapplebaum"},{"teacherId":5284263,"projectId":10100831,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my youngest students have been able to prepare for graduation in an exciting way. The new music for our Pre-K and Kindergarten graduation programs has brought so much joy to rehearsal. Students lit up when they heard the songs for the first time and began singing along right away. They have been asking to practice every day since! This music has helped them build confidence, sing together, and celebrate this important milestone in a special way.\r\n\r\nAs we prepare for our performances next week, students are practicing their singing, movements, and performance skills on stage with so much excitement. These songs have become a memorable part of our music routine, and families are going to love seeing their children shine on graduation day. \r\n\r\nThese resources will also continue to benefit students for years to come. Because of your support, future Pre-K and Kindergarten classes will also have the opportunity to celebrate their accomplishments through music and performance. Thank you for helping create joyful memories!","fullyFundedDate":1771624209338,"projectUrl":"project/music-for-milestones-pre-k-kinder-gra/10100831/","projectTitle":"Music for Milestones: Pre-K & Kinder Graduation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Applebaum","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5284263_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1770225583590","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/musicalmsapplebaum"},{"teacherId":7924326,"projectId":9166805,"letterContent":"The first grade students at McKinley elementary have been blessed by the community they live in.\r\n\r\nBuilding vocabulary by using non fiction tactile tools is an excellent way to teach the multi language learners. When they make the connection with everyday items they build confidence in finding their voice.\r\n\r\nPlease know all of your donations directly benefit elementary school students in low income neighborhoods, learning and development. \r\n\r\nWhen students are supported by people who care, they know, and they want to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1746785855046,"projectUrl":"project/whats-in-the-tub/9166805/","projectTitle":"What’s In the Tub?","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brence","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7924326_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x0,y12&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627427016033","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/brence"},{"teacherId":5284263,"projectId":9873808,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, I have been able to invest in my professional growth through NAfME Academy and the Oklahoma Music Educators Association. I have already participated in the NAfME webinar \"Laying the Foundation: A Look at Preschool Music,\" which provided practical, standards-aligned strategies for early childhood music instruction. This learning will help me thoughtfully plan for stronger pacing, developmentally appropriate activities, and increased student engagement across my pre-k and kindergarten classes.\r\n\r\nUsing my NAfME member pricing, I also attended the Oklahoma Music Educators Association Winter Conference, where I explored workshops focused on movement, percussion, brain breaks, culturally responsive teaching, and integrating literature into music instruction. I am excited to begin implementing these ideas in my classroom and to continue growing my skills as an educator. Because of your support, I am better prepared to create meaningful, inclusive, and joyful music-making experiences for my students. Thank you for investing in both my learning and theirs.","fullyFundedDate":1765980028360,"projectUrl":"project/professional-growth-with-nafme/9873808/","projectTitle":"Professional Growth with NAfME","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Applebaum","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5284263_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1770225583590","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/musicalmsapplebaum"},{"teacherId":5284263,"projectId":9466044,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting Rhythm Revolution! This project expanded our percussion collection with a variety of percussion instruments. The MEINL Jam Cajons were unfortunately unavailable at the time of purchase, but those funds were used to complete our set of Nuvo Recorder+ instruments for our 4th grade students!\r\n\r\nThe Nuvo Recorder+ instruments support rhythmic accuracy, ensemble skills, and musical independence while keeping fine motor demands accessible for young learners. Students have been actively engaged in playing, counting, listening, and performing together! Completing the class set ensured that every student could fully participate, eliminating gaps and allowing for more confident, inclusive music-making.\r\n\r\nYour generosity continues to make a meaningful impact. Because of you, students are actively creating music, building foundational skills, and experiencing the joy of playing instruments together. Thank you for your flexibility, support, and belief in music education!","fullyFundedDate":1758833084275,"projectUrl":"project/rhythm-revolution/9466044/","projectTitle":"Rhythm Revolution","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Applebaum","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5284263_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1770225583590","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/musicalmsapplebaum"},{"teacherId":2598401,"projectId":9494273,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in helping provide protein-rich snacks for my elementary students this school year. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, these snacks are more than just a convenience—they help fuel focus, energy, and a readiness to learn. Having access to nutritious snacks supports students throughout the day, especially during times when growing minds and bodies need an extra boost to stay engaged and confident. They especially like the protein-bars and eat them excitedly at the beginning of each class. \r\n\r\nI am truly grateful for your investment in the well-being of my students. Your generosity helps create a supportive and caring learning environment where students can focus on what matters most—learning, growing, and thriving.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your thoughtfulness and commitment to our students' success.","fullyFundedDate":1758811807510,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-smarties/9494273/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Smarties","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2598401_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723056855568","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wilsosa"},{"teacherId":5284263,"projectId":9466148,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Nuvo Recorder project! When the recorders arrived, my 4th graders could hardly contain their excitement. We've started exploring how to hold the recorder, how to use steady air, and how to play our first few notes. Our classes are full of focused faces with huge smiles! The Nuvo Recorders' easy-to-use design has helped students find early success, which has made them eager to practice and learn more each week.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, students are especially excited for the Tulsa Symphony Link-Up concert this spring, where they can't wait to show up with \"the coolest recorders\" and play along with the orchestra. Because of your generosity, every student is fully included in this experience, and they feel proud knowing they'll be part of something big together. Thank you for giving my students the tools and confidence to grow as musicians.","fullyFundedDate":1757044906546,"projectUrl":"project/nuvo-recorders-for-confident-kids/9466148/","projectTitle":"Nuvo Recorders for Confident Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Applebaum","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5284263_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1770225583590","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/musicalmsapplebaum"},{"teacherId":10166457,"projectId":9569912,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through this project! Thanks to your generosity, my students are now using hands-on math games and flexible seating options every day. We've been incorporating the math games into small-group rotations, where students practice skills like fact fluency, problem-solving, and strategic thinking while collaborating with their classmates. The flexible seating has allowed students to choose learning spaces that help them focus best, whether that's a wobble stool, floor seating, or a traditional chair.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were beyond excited. Their faces lit up as they explored the new math games, and they were eager to try every option. Many students immediately commented on how the flexible seating made learning feel more comfortable and fun. I noticed right away that students were more engaged, motivated, and willing to persevere through challenging math tasks.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, students will continue using these resources as we dive deeper into our current math units. The games are helping reinforce new concepts and provide meaningful practice, while the flexible seating supports a positive, student-centered learning environment. Your generosity has made a lasting impact on our classroom, and I am so grateful for the opportunity you've given my students to learn, grow, and enjoy math in new ways. Thank you for being a part of our classroom community!","fullyFundedDate":1758557849865,"projectUrl":"project/from-wiggly-to-wonderful-flexible-seati/9569912/","projectTitle":"From Wiggly to Wonderful: Flexible Seating & Math Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reed","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10166457_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1763073862998","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10166457"},{"teacherId":5284263,"projectId":9401400,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this project! We received ukulele wall mounts, to liven up our space while aiding in materials management and simplify classroom procedures. While our original request included ukulele picks which were unavailable, I was able to select a set of sensory items that have already made a big impact in our classroom. Our calming corner is now stocked with weighted plush animals, rainbow liquid viewers, and sensory shapes, which younger students are using regularly to reset, regulate, and rejoin class activities with confidence.\r\n\r\nThese materials help students manage their emotions and energy in healthy ways. For example, one student who was disregulated found comfort in the weighted sloth plush and was able to return to music-making much more quickly. \r\n\r\nI am so grateful to you for giving my students the tools they need not only to explore music but also to care for themselves along the way.","fullyFundedDate":1752586530278,"projectUrl":"project/uke-can-do-it/9401400/","projectTitle":"Uke Can Do It!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Applebaum","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5284263_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1770225583590","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/musicalmsapplebaum"},{"teacherId":5284263,"projectId":9401383,"letterContent":"The arrival of our brand-new ukuleles created such a buzz of excitement in the music room! Many can't believe they will have the chance to learn a \"real\" string instrument, and already they are asking about when we will begin. The anticipation is filling our classroom with joy and motivation!\r\n\r\nWe will begin playing in the spring, and the ukuleles will open a brand-new chapter in our music program. Students will explore chords, harmony, and strumming patterns, as well as learn patience, perseverance, and the value of working together as an ensemble. Having these instruments ready and waiting has already given students something to look forward to!\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students this incredible opportunity. We are so grateful, and we cannot wait to share the music we'll make in the months ahead!","fullyFundedDate":1752586562366,"projectUrl":"project/uke-got-a-friend-in-me/9401383/","projectTitle":"Uke Got a Friend in Me","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Applebaum","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5284263_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1770225583590","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/musicalmsapplebaum"},{"teacherId":5284263,"projectId":9403743,"letterContent":"The joy in my classroom grew instantly when our new percussion instruments arrived! Students were eager to try out egg shakers, tambourines, rhythm sticks, and more. Their excitement filled the room as they passed instruments around, experimenting with sounds. Many students who are normally shy found it easy to join in, because these instruments are accessible to everyone, no matter their skill level.\r\n\r\nWe are already using these new resources to practice steady beat, rhythm patterns, and ensemble playing. Because of your generosity, my students can create music, and that sense of ownership is building both their skills and their confidence.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving them this powerful opportunity to learn, grow, and make joyful music together.","fullyFundedDate":1752586481497,"projectUrl":"project/all-hands-in/9403743/","projectTitle":"All Hands In!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Applebaum","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5284263_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1770225583590","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/musicalmsapplebaum"},{"teacherId":9180702,"projectId":9359957,"letterContent":"The project created a positive impact on our school community. Our school's Facebook page views doubled, and the number of followers increased, thanks to the pictures and videos we were able to post using the donated camera. This allowed us to better showcase student activities and highlight achievements. In addition, students felt more motivated and engaged as they enjoyed snacks and rewards after successfully completing important weekly tasks. We sincerely thank our donors and supporters for making this possible and for helping us strengthen both student engagement and community connection.","fullyFundedDate":1752586540314,"projectUrl":"project/showcase-and-shine-boosting-school-visi/9359957/","projectTitle":"Showcase and Shine: Boosting School Visibility through Social Media","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johnston","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9180702_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694135762222","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9180702"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_87457","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":425,"numTeachers":32,"percentFrplEligible":75,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":10,"percentWhite":12,"percentIndigenous":2,"percentLatinx":68,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":6,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"13.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":48.9,"schoolId":87457,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about McKinley Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"McKinley Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/oklahoma/tulsa-public-schools/mckinley-elementary-school/87457"}