{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Thelma R Parks Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":52.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9720283,"projectId":10425260,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our library! Your contribution has allowed us to introduce our students to a wonderful new technology that enables them to listen to audiobooks on a device that is screen-free and does not have the same distractions as a tablet or phone.\r\n\r\nOur students have been so excited about using our new Yoto mini player, asking to borrow it often during free play, during game day incentive time, and during library checkout time. They love having the opportunity to listen to audiobooks when they are in the library. They love the dinosaur books and the Wings of Fire and Narwhal & Jelly series, and their absolute favorites are the Dr. Seuss raps we put on the Make Your Own cards. Your donation has empowered us to give them so many great options!\r\n\r\nIt has been so wonderful to see the joy it is sparking in them to find a new way to enjoy books and improve their reading skills, and we are incredibly appreciative for your part in making that happen!","fullyFundedDate":1787183800970,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-reading-skills-grow-with-yoto/10425260/","projectTitle":"Help our reading skills grow with Yoto!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dawson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9720283"},{"teacherId":10109220,"projectId":10518191,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to thank-you for your incredible generosity toward our STEAM Lab! Because of your kindness, my students walk into our classroom every day excited to explore, discover, and learn with hands-on tools that truly bring science to life.\r\n\r\nHere is a glimpse of the magic your donation created in our classroom:\r\n\r\n• Magnetic Match Rings & Building Supplies: Seeing their eyes light up when they test invisible magnetic forces for the first time has been amazing. The building blocks and magnets have quickly become absolute favorites, sparking endless creativity and teamwork.\r\n• Indoor Planter: Our young scientists are so proud of their little garden! They get to observe each stage of growth up close while learning how to gently care for living things without disrupting their home.\r\n• Butterfly Kit: Watching our caterpillars transform into butterflies was an unforgettable highlight. Experiencing metamorphosis firsthand created moments of genuine wonder that a textbook simply couldn't match.\r\n\r\nBeyond these specific projects, every single supply you helped provide has made our classroom a warmer, more engaging place where my students feel inspired to learn. \r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and investing in their future. Your generosity means the world to all of us!","fullyFundedDate":1787174586744,"projectUrl":"project/steam-room-rebuild/10518191/","projectTitle":"STEAM ROOM REBUILD","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Austin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10109220_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y678&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754797717835","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10109220"},{"teacherId":8676192,"projectId":10495653,"letterContent":"The chair covers have made BIG difference in our kindergarten classroom! They have given my little learners a convenient place to store their crayon boxes, books, headphones, and other learning materials right at their seats. Instead of making frequent trips back and forth to their cubbies, students have spent more time learning, creating, and exploring. These chair covers have helped keep our classroom organized while encouraging independence and responsibility. With their supplies close at hand, my kindergarteners have been ready to learn, participate, and make the most of every learning opportunity. Your generosity is helping us create a more organized, efficient, and engaging classroom where little learners can do BIG things!","fullyFundedDate":1787425849055,"projectUrl":"project/a-place-for-everything/10495653/","projectTitle":"A Place for Everything","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McDonald","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8676192_orig.png?crop=288,288,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785810226012","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8676192"},{"teacherId":8676192,"projectId":10437567,"letterContent":"My kindergarten students use these hands-on learning centers during our daily reading and math centers. Students work independently, with partners, and in small groups to practice important skills through fun, engaging activities. In reading centers, students practice practice identifying uppercase and lowercase letters, matching letters to their sounds, and beginning to read simple CVC words. In math centers, students practice counting, recognizing numbers, sequencing numbers, and solving simple problems.\r\n\r\nThese centers allow students to learn at their own pace, build independence, strengthen fine motor skills, and develop teamwork. By making learning interactive and enjoyable, Centers Galore has helped my little learners build confidence, strengthen essential kindergarten skills, and develop a love of learning!","fullyFundedDate":1786116960372,"projectUrl":"project/centers-galore/10437567/","projectTitle":"Centers Galore!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McDonald","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8676192_orig.png?crop=288,288,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785810226012","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8676192"},{"teacherId":3171012,"projectId":10500306,"letterContent":"This year I decided to start this project with the help of you amazing donors .This project will allow my 3rd and 4th graders to do \"book projects\". With the book projects, our students have the opportunity to delve deep into a book with peers and work through the book learning skills, standards, and fun!!\r\n\r\nWithout these popular books and titles we would not be able to accomplish this and without the ink it would not be possible at all. We are all so grateful and can't wait to get started. Thank you all so very much.","fullyFundedDate":1787177312604,"projectUrl":"project/printing-on-purpose/10500306/","projectTitle":"Printing on Purpose","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Crowell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3171012_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y6&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1644172145292","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3171012"},{"teacherId":1748044,"projectId":10358293,"letterContent":"We have been having an amazing time with the donated materials. Writing stories and drawing about our experiences in first grade has been a hit! Students are becoming more creative and making more of an effort to become authors of their own stories. Also, we are learning to have more independence and autonomy by getting the material we need and getting started right away.\r\nThank you so much for your investment in our education and learning. With the material we have we can begin to create our own classroom yearbook and share our memories with our families.","fullyFundedDate":1784769662784,"projectUrl":"project/heart-to-heart/10358293/","projectTitle":"HeART to HeART","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1748044_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1625872523807","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miishalw"},{"teacherId":7417832,"projectId":10145089,"letterContent":"My students are using the snacks as an important part of our classroom routine. Having access to snacks helps my kindergarteners stay focused, energized, and ready to learn throughout the school day. We use snack time as an opportunity to practice independence, sharing, communication, and classroom routines while also making sure students have something to eat when they are hungry.\r\nWhen my students first saw the snacks, they were so excited! For many of my students, having a snack during the school day is something they truly look forward to. It was heartwarming to see their excitement and appreciation for something as simple as having a snack available when they need one.\r\nMoving forward, we will continue incorporating snack time into our daily classroom routine while encouraging students to practice healthy habits, independence, and responsibility. These snacks will help ensure my students can stay focused and engaged during our lessons, centers, and hands-on activities. We are incredibly grateful to our donors for helping support our students both academically and personally!","fullyFundedDate":1774537731018,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-success/10145089/","projectTitle":"Snacks For Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jensen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7417832_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1774591995490","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7417832"},{"teacherId":7417832,"projectId":10512771,"letterContent":"My kindergarten students have been using our new playdough during hands-on learning activities that allow them to practice important academic and fine-motor skills. We have used it to form letters, numbers, shapes, and even create objects connected to our lessons. One of their favorite activities has been using playdough to build letters and then identifying the sounds those letters make. It has been exciting to see them learn while creating and having fun!\r\nWhen my students first saw the new playdough, they were so excited! Their faces lit up as they opened the containers and immediately began talking about all the things they wanted to create. They were eager to get started, and it was wonderful to see their creativity and excitement for learning. The materials have given them another way to express themselves while building hand strength and coordination.\r\nAs we continue through our lessons, students will use the playdough to reinforce letters, numbers, shapes, and other skills we are learning in class. Our next steps are to incorporate it into small-group centers and hands-on activities where students can practice skills independently and with their classmates. Thank you for helping make learning more engaging and meaningful for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1787101848921,"projectUrl":"project/mold-a-future-of-learning/10512771/","projectTitle":"Mold a Future of Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jensen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7417832_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1774591995490","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7417832"},{"teacherId":3171012,"projectId":10404405,"letterContent":"My 450 students were so excited to see all the packages come in knowing it was for THEM!! Students are allowed to go to our Prize Wall for many different reasons. Some times they will just be doing the right thing when no one else is, maybe they were kind to another student who needs a little niceness, or they complete an outside of library activity that matches what standard I taught during their lesson. This is 100% voluntary and they do not have to do the activity. If they choose to work a little harder, then they get to visit the Prize Wall. \r\nWe were able to add our gum ball machine this year. And while I can't have gum in it, the students cannot wait to use it to get a handful a skittles. \r\nWe are all just so grateful for your support. I would never be able to do this without all of you!!!","fullyFundedDate":1785331521399,"projectUrl":"project/the-bookworm-boulevard/10404405/","projectTitle":"The Bookworm Boulevard","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Crowell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3171012_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y6&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1644172145292","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3171012"},{"teacherId":9247493,"projectId":9122761,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us add more chapter books to our 5th grade classroom! Because of your generosity, my students have more choices when it comes to finding books that interest them. Having a variety of books available has helped make independent reading a regular part of our classroom and has given students the opportunity to find books they are excited to pick up and read.\r\nThese books also give my students opportunities to practice the reading skills we work on throughout the year. As they read, students practice skills such as identifying theme, analyzing characters, understanding plot and conflict, making inferences, summarizing, and using evidence from the text. I love being able to connect the skills we are learning in class to books students have chosen for themselves.\r\nOne of the best parts has been seeing students look through our classroom library, recommend books to each other, and get excited when they find a book or series they enjoy. For some of my students, finding the right book can make a big difference in how they feel about reading. Thank you for helping me provide more choices for my students and for supporting our goal of building a love for reading!","fullyFundedDate":1740324323146,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-love-for-reading-with-more-ch/9122761/","projectTitle":"Building a Love for Reading With More Chapter Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Baker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9247493_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715563869062","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9247493"},{"teacherId":5642843,"projectId":10457399,"letterContent":"I am truly grateful for your generosity and for investing in the success of my students! Your contribution will help transform our classroom into an inspiring environment where children feel motivated to explore, express themselves, and grow. These materials will allow me to celebrate student accomplishments, spark creativity, strengthen engagement, and encourage active participation. Your support is making it possible to provide meaningful learning opportunities that help every child feel valued, build confidence, and reach their full potential.","fullyFundedDate":1787330118416,"projectUrl":"project/learn-create-and-shine/10457399/","projectTitle":"Learn, Create, and Shine","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5642843_orig.png?crop=912,912,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786852234163","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mayaperez"},{"teacherId":2962019,"projectId":9553693,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping to make our music programs in the school great. The addition of the lights on stage allows us to see each student's face as they are performing. This helps make the parents happy because they can see their child shine. \r\n\r\nThe camera helps record the performances for parents who are unable to get off work and come see their child. They are also able to share with family members who are out of town or state. Thank you for helping me make these programs a meaningful experience for all of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1755710424191,"projectUrl":"project/lights-camera-action/9553693/","projectTitle":"Lights, Camera, Action!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Honious","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2962019_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1463417138829","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/c-honious"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_65917","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":466,"numTeachers":15,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":62,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":3,"percentLatinx":14,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":13,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 4","studentTeacherRatio":"31.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":47.2,"schoolId":65917,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Thelma R Parks Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Thelma R Parks Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/oklahoma/oklahoma-city-school-district/thelma-r-parks-elementary-school/65917"}