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They are going to be able to make picture frames to give to their families, make recycling posters for their 5th grade projects for their green state certifications, keep up their mental health and lasting friendships so they can stay focused on the world ahead. Sometimes at school, this is their only reprieve and the only place they can truly express themselves. This is all because of you.","fullyFundedDate":1742904534412,"projectUrl":"project/art-and-education-through-engineering-wi/9115251/","projectTitle":"Art and Education Through Engineering With Imagination as a Guide","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Christina Leija","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5637092_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715999527072","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5637092"},{"teacherId":5637092,"projectId":9072626,"letterContent":"We are deeply grateful for your commitment to promoting education in stem and steam. 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These social bonds are essential for their emotional development and overall happiness in school.\r\n\r\nIt's essential to acknowledge that your efforts resonate beyond the immediate benefits of nourishment. They contribute to a culture of care and respect within our educational environment. When students see the dedication you put into ensuring they are fed and supported, it inspires them to reciprocate that care in their interactions with peers and teachers. This cycle of kindness enriches our school community and cultivates an atmosphere of mutual respect.\r\n\r\nFurthermore, your support is instrumental in helping to alleviate some of the pressures faced by families. In times when resources are limited, knowing that their children have access to meals during the school day brings peace of mind to parents. 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About this school
Crosby Park Elementary School is
an urban public school
in Lawton, Oklahoma that is part of Lawton Public Schools.
It serves 341 students
in grades Pre-K - 5 with a student/teacher ratio of 17.0:1.
Its teachers have had 26 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
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of students receive free or reduced price lunch
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Source: the National Center for Education Statistics
46%
of students are Black, Latino, Native
American, or Asian
Data about school demographics comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. The numbers in this chart may not add up to 100% because of limitations in the available data.
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Last updated Dec 5, 2025
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Crosby Park Elementary School
$15,541
raised using DonorsChoose
26
projects
funded
11
teachers
funded
34
donors
1
project
for
basic supplies
5
projects for
technology
2
projects for
books
3
projects
for
art supplies
Crosby Park Elementary School has received support from
21 individuals from Oklahoma and
13 individuals out-of-state.