{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Thelma R Parks Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":53.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"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":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"},{"teacherId":10250472,"projectId":9937949,"letterContent":"Thank you for the tools your donation provided for my kiddos! \r\n\r\nFebruary 2026, I received a Certificate of Recognition honoring my hard work, passion, commitment and lasting impact demonstrated by the 13-point growth in my students middle of the year English Language Arts (ELA) 1st Grade test results at Thelma Parks ES. Please know that your donation greatly assisted my ability to teach upwards, for example:\r\n •Fidget items were clutch for improving focus and reducing anxiety. \r\n •STEM items helped with managing disruptive behaviors while stimulating creativity.\r\n •Snacks increased energy, focus and helped improved attendance. \r\n\r\nYour donation motivated my students eagerness to come to school. They continue to speak well of their first-grade experience in my classroom. Sincerely, I appreciate the tools you have generously provided for my students.\r\n\r\nTake a peek at the photos, hoping they warm our hearts!","fullyFundedDate":1767800061151,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-learning/9937949/","projectTitle":"Tools for Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Woodward","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10250472_orig.jpg?crop=1386,1386,x0,y351&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771102606335","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10250472"},{"teacherId":1553166,"projectId":9647370,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your recent donation to my Donors Choose project. It was so greatly appreciated! It is wonderful to have donors like you who value the importance of public education. \r\n We, my students and I are loving the materials I requested and having such a good time playing as well as learning with these materials. The books especially, are fantastic to have. One cannot overlook the importance of books in the classroom! There can never be too many. \r\n When we received the materials, we opened them together in the classroom. The children were so excited! They were anxious to try out everything. We have opened the materials in an orderly fashion, periodically adding new items to the classroom. The children love to use the new items.\r\n Thank you again.","fullyFundedDate":1763398562860,"projectUrl":"project/learning-here-we-come/9647370/","projectTitle":"Learning: Here We Come!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Driskill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsdriskill"},{"teacherId":7417832,"projectId":9522159,"letterContent":"My students love their new pocket chairs! Having their own seat sacks helps them stay organized and keeps their materials within reach during lessons. When the supplies arrived, they were so excited to set them up and take responsibility for their space. We also use the magnets to build our classroom word wall together. Next, students will continue using the word wall to practice vocabulary, spelling, and creating sentences during our literacy lessons. We could not be happier in our little bubble!","fullyFundedDate":1755742557870,"projectUrl":"project/take-a-seat-and-stick-around-for-learnin/9522159/","projectTitle":"Take a Seat and Stick Around for 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":9605357,"projectId":9620957,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Because of you, I am able to provide daily snacks and offer students choices. Something that makes a big difference in their comfort, focus, and sense of care while at school. For some of my students, having reliable snack options here is especially meaningful. Making school even more worthwhile!\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the snacks, their excitement was immediate. Being able to choose what they wanted made them feel seen and valued, and it brought a sense of normalcy and joy to our classroom routine. Snack time has become a moment of calm and connection, helping students feel ready to learn and participate.\r\n\r\nYour kindness helps ensure that all students' needs are met, not just academically but emotionally and physically as well. Thank you for supporting our classroom and for making such a positive impact on our students' daily lives, we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1763945906960,"projectUrl":"project/snack-time-smiles/9620957/","projectTitle":"Snack Time Smiles","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chapman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9605357_orig.jpg?crop=563,563,x260,y80&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722199887438","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9605357"},{"teacherId":9975575,"projectId":9898952,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous donation to our classroom. My students and I are truly grateful for your kindness and support. Your contribution has already made a meaningful difference in our daily routines, and the excitement it brought to my students is something I wish you could have seen in person.\r\n\r\nThe snacks, especially, have been a huge hit. My students have been asking for classroom snacks for quite some time, and being able to open the cabinets and show them the boxes you helped provide was such a special moment. Their eyes lit up, and they immediately started talking about their favorites and when snack time would be. For many of them, snack time is more than just a quick bite to eat, it is a moment of comfort, community, and a chance to reset so they can focus on learning. Knowing we can now offer that consistently has made a big impact on our classroom environment.\r\n\r\nThe classroom sweeper has also become an exciting addition to our daily routine. My students take pride in having classroom jobs, and this has made cleaning time feel more important and more fun. They are eager to help keep our space tidy, and it has encouraged a stronger sense of responsibility and teamwork. Something as simple as a tool made just for them helps them feel capable and included.\r\n\r\nAs for me, the podium has quickly become one of the most-used items in our classroom. It has truly become an essential part of my day-to-day instruction. Having a dedicated space to organize my materials while teaching helps lessons run more smoothly and keeps me better prepared to meet my students' needs in the moment. It may seem like a small thing, but it has made a noticeable difference in how I deliver instruction and manage transitions throughout the day.\r\n\r\nPlease know that your generosity reaches far beyond the items themselves. You are helping create a classroom that feels cared for, organized, and supportive for young learners. My students feel seen and valued, and that sense of security helps them take academic and social risks that are so important at this age.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in our classroom and investing in my students' learning and well-being. We appreciate you more than words can say.","fullyFundedDate":1763503625763,"projectUrl":"project/ms-fountains-classs-necessities/9898952/","projectTitle":"Ms. Fountain's Class's Necessities","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Risher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9975575_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753112392120","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9975575"},{"teacherId":9172139,"projectId":9540358,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations and for thinking about my kiddos! My students and I are thoroughly enjoying the \"Ten Frame Class Set.\" Some of my students were having a little trouble at first understanding the concept of 10, especially visualizing ten items. However, once I had the students utilize the ten frame class set, the students understood the math concept more easily. They were able to manipulate the counters as well as really understand how we add and subtract numbers within 10. My students also were excited to use the ten frames because it was something that they could put their hands on. In the next few weeks will be counting to 100. The students are excited to start that process.\r\n Also, I was very excited to receive the \"Magnetic Write and Wipe Organization Chart.\" This was very helpful to me as a teacher because it was so easy to organize the lessons I have planned to teach for the quarter. As a teacher, organization is everything, so this was a very helpful tool for me to have.\r\n Lastly, my students also loved the \"Toy Chest.\" I use the toy chest to pass out toys to students who are following the rules of the classroom, including being behaviorally responsible, as well as answering challenging questions in class. This is a great tool to use to keep the students following the expected behaviors.\r\n Again, I appreciate your sacrifice, donation, and willingness to assist our students on their educational journey. Your gifts were very encouraging to our students as well as myself!","fullyFundedDate":1757423311362,"projectUrl":"project/tools-and-treasures-to-stay-on-track/9540358/","projectTitle":"Tools and treasures to stay on track!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9172139_orig.jpg?crop=83,83,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764625887047","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9172139"},{"teacherId":305800,"projectId":9591192,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity we were better able to keep our tutoring program and schedule more organized. Students entered the classroom knowing exactly where to go and were able to get on-line rapidly due to laminated signs and information sheets. \r\n\r\nWe were also able to cut down on lost login cards. In the past, students could not find their paper login cards because they would drop them or misplace them. With the laminated login cards, the cards are more durable, cannot be folded and are easier to spot because they have a plastic sheen if dropped on the floor. \r\n\r\nAdditionally, these documents lasted the entire semester without mishap, even with non- tutor students in the same spaces. I plan to expand the use for next semester when we will be adding another grade of students to our program!\r\n\r\nThanks again for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1758202547536,"projectUrl":"project/clearly-made-to-last/9591192/","projectTitle":"Clearly Made to Last","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. H.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp305800_orig.png?crop=531,531,x0,y24&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1718123542714","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/305800"},{"teacherId":9208249,"projectId":9367138,"letterContent":"This project has greatly improved my classroom by providing students with a calm, supportive space to manage big emotions and return to learning ready to succeed. The calm-down corner has helped students recognize their feelings, self-regulate, and refocus, leading to fewer disruptions and a more positive classroom environment.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting Creating a Calm-Down Corner for Big Feelings and Little Learners. Your generosity has made a lasting difference in my students' daily lives, and we are so grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1755727967605,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-calm-down-corner-for-big-feel/9367138/","projectTitle":"Creating a Calm-Down Corner for Big Feelings and Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9208249_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716036102112","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9208249"}],"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":46.8,"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"}