{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Prairie Queen Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":36.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":368717,"projectId":10038790,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating individual whiteboards for our classroom. I truly appreciate your support.\r\n\r\nThese portable boards make a big difference during whole-group and small-group lessons. Students can use them at their seats or on the carpet to show their thinking, write equations, solve story problems, practice spelling, and answer questions throughout the day.\r\n\r\nBecause they fit easily in desks, students won't need to leave their seats to get them, which helps keep routines smooth and classroom behavior on track. The whiteboards, along with markers and erasers, have given my students tools to succeed while making learning more engaging and fun.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping create a better learning experience for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1770308943232,"projectUrl":"project/we-love-phonics/10038790/","projectTitle":"We Love Phonics!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Boulanger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp368717_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1626997456647","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jesica-boulanger"},{"teacherId":9112308,"projectId":9606064,"letterContent":"Glazes were not in my art budget. Your generous gift allowed us to have a variety of different colors to pick from and even a few special Jungle Jem glazes with speckles! \r\n\r\nOur students were able to learn about the complete process of ceramics and do more than one project in Art Club. Even our Soed Class did a project. \r\n\r\nWe have enough glaze to continue working with ceramics next year. The kids are loving getting to work with their hands and firm 3D art! There are so many techniques to learn. They will continue to get so much out of your generous gift!","fullyFundedDate":1764729349911,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-glazes-for-student-ceramic-proj/9606064/","projectTitle":"Colorful Glazes for Student Ceramic Projects","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Braly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9112308_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755399404955","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9112308"},{"teacherId":9732367,"projectId":9959539,"letterContent":"My students were excited and appreciative when they received paper resources to support their learning in our classroom. Having printed materials gave them something they could hold, write on, and interact with during lessons, which helped increase engagement and focus. Many students felt more confident because they could follow along with activities, complete assignments independently, and review information at their own pace. The paper resources also has encouraged participation, as students were eager to use worksheets, graphic organizers, and hands-on activities that made learning more meaningful and accessible. Thank you again for providing a wonderful resource for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1765998518089,"projectUrl":"project/paper-today-knowledge-tomorrow/9959539/","projectTitle":"Paper Today, Knowledge Tomorrow","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cring","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9732367_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753293467278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9732367"},{"teacherId":9732367,"projectId":9974882,"letterContent":"A classroom printer has been a valuable tool in my classroom by making it easier to provide students with immediate learning materials. It allows me to quickly print worksheets, graphic organizers, assessments, and hands-on activities that support daily lessons. Having access to a printer saves time and helps me respond to students' individual needs by creating differentiated materials on demand. \r\nIt has made teaching so much easier with fast access to materials that befit my students.\r\nThank you so much for helping my students and myself.","fullyFundedDate":1767247046814,"projectUrl":"project/the-worksheet-wizard/9974882/","projectTitle":"The Worksheet Wizard","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cring","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9732367_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753293467278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9732367"},{"teacherId":8258027,"projectId":10035331,"letterContent":"The day our recess toys arrived, my students reacted like it was a surprise party in a box. Eyes got wide, kids started cheering, and I heard, \"Wait... these are for us?\" over and over. As we opened everything, they immediately began naming games they wanted to try and (for the first time in a while) we didn't have to argue over who \"gets a turn\" because there were enough options to go around. It was one of those moments where you can feel the joy in the room — and it reminded me that for many of my students, these simple opportunities mean so much more than \"just toys.\"\r\n\r\nSince receiving the materials, we've been using them daily to build a more positive, inclusive recess routine. Students rotate through stations with basketballs, tetherballs, jump ropes, and other outdoor toys so everyone has something that fits their comfort level — team games, partner play, or independent movement. I've seen students who usually sit out join in because there's finally an activity that feels safe and fun for them. One of my favorite moments was watching a student who often struggles with peers offer to teach someone how to jump rope and then celebrate when they got their first successful jump. That kind of teamwork and encouragement is exactly what we're trying to build in our classroom \"family.\"\r\n\r\nThe next step for my students is to keep growing their leadership and problem-solving skills alongside our academic goals. We're tying recess into our classroom expectations by setting simple \"teamwork goals\" each week (like including someone new, using kind words during competition, or solving conflicts with rock-paper-scissors and a deep breath). As we head into upcoming lessons and projects, I'm already noticing that students return from recess more regulated, focused, and ready to learn — which helps us make the most of every minute in reading, writing, and math. Thank you for giving my students a healthier, happier recess and a stronger school day because of it.","fullyFundedDate":1770308942953,"projectUrl":"project/recess-reboot-outdoor-toys-that-build-t/10035331/","projectTitle":"Recess Reboot: Outdoor Toys That Build Teamwork","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bilodeau","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8258027_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660100944796","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8258027"},{"teacherId":8258027,"projectId":10035330,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nThank you for choosing to care about my students. Thank you for seeing a classroom full of kids you may never meet and deciding they are worth investing in. Your donation to our I Survived class set has done so much more than put books in our hands — it has put hope in my students' hearts.\r\n\r\nAt the beginning of the year, many of my kids didn't want to read. Some of them avoided it because reading felt embarrassing. Some shut down because it felt too hard. And some had already decided, at only nine and ten years old, that they just \"weren't readers.\" That is one of the heaviest things a teacher can hear — because I know how many doors reading opens, and how many dreams stay locked when a child believes they can't.\r\n\r\nBut because of you, something beautiful has changed.\r\n\r\nWhen we started the I Survived series, my students started leaning in. They started listening... then participating... then trying. And now? They are begging me to read. They ask for \"one more chapter\" with wide eyes and hopeful voices. They talk about the characters like they're real people. They make connections. They want to take the books home. For some of my students, this is the very first time they've ever wanted to read — not because they were told to, not because it was for a grade, but because the story made them believe reading could belong to them.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is changing how my students see themselves. It's building confidence. It's giving them something they can be proud of. It's helping them realize that their voice matters, their learning matters, and they are capable of more than they ever thought possible.\r\n\r\nI wish you could see their faces when we open the book. I wish you could hear the way they cheer when they realize we're reading that day. You would instantly understand why I'm so grateful — and why your donation means the world to us.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for helping my students become readers. You didn't just fund a project — you helped rewrite their story.\r\n\r\nWith love and gratitude,\r\nDessanie Bilodeau","fullyFundedDate":1768922410983,"projectUrl":"project/courage-conflict-and-comprehension-i/10035330/","projectTitle":"Courage, Conflict, and Comprehension: I Survived Set","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bilodeau","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8258027_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660100944796","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8258027"},{"teacherId":5358254,"projectId":10007440,"letterContent":"Your support has made math more fun and engaging for my students. We are using the Brain Flakes and pattern blocks to explore shapes, patterns, and problem-solving in a hands-on way. Students worked in groups to build structures and then talked about the shapes and designs they created. It helped them better understand math concepts while having fun.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, students were very excited, especially about the math bingo games. We played together as a class, and even students who are usually quiet wanted to join in and answer questions. The games made learning feel less stressful and helped build their confidence. We will keep using these tools as we learn multiplication, division, and fractions. Thank you for helping make math more enjoyable and meaningful in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1768579942461,"projectUrl":"project/building-math-minds-games-and-blocks-fo/10007440/","projectTitle":"Building Math Minds: Games and Blocks for 3rd Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5358254"},{"teacherId":10212529,"projectId":9966350,"letterContent":"My students are extremely grateful for the new drum set. We were using an old one that was barely staying together, so the contrast of this beautiful new drum set is absolutely breathtaking. We had our year end Modern Band Showcase last Thursday in front of the entire student body and the parents. Everyone was in awe of what 3rd and 4th graders could do when given the supplies and the opportunity.\r\n\r\nMy students absolutely flipped out when they saw the sparkly new drum set. It is so gorgeous and sounds great too!\r\n\r\nThis was our first year to have an actual modern band. It was hard, slow work, but it was worth it. We will hit the ground running next year, building on the success we have achieved this year. You helped make this happen. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1766945867053,"projectUrl":"project/rat-a-tat-tat-we-need-a-drum-for-that/9966350/","projectTitle":"Rat-a-tat-tat! We Need a Drum for That!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Clifton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10212529_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y138&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1770154844007","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10212529"},{"teacherId":10212529,"projectId":9949110,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for providing my students and school community with copy paper. We have used that paper for programs for the 1st Grade Showcase in February, the Kindergarten Showcase in March, the Music Club and Modern Band Showcase last week, and for substitute work for days that I have had to be absent from school.\r\n\r\nMy students have no comprehension of how expensive supplies are. They just see that we seem to have what we need for the most part thanks to your generosity and that of other kind people like you.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we still have Pre K graduation for which we will need programs. We will start the process all over again next year.","fullyFundedDate":1765998518304,"projectUrl":"project/paper-paper-paper/9949110/","projectTitle":"Paper Paper Paper","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Clifton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10212529_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y138&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1770154844007","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10212529"},{"teacherId":368717,"projectId":9933176,"letterContent":"I'm grateful for these engaging resources that will help my students build stronger letter–sound knowledge through a range of hands-on activities. The materials are designed for flexible use—students can work independently, in small groups, or with the whole class—so they fit easily into any lesson plan.\r\n\r\nThere are games and teaching tips that support early literacy development. Using tactile items invites students to learn with their senses, deepening their connection to letters and sounds. \r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1766945866059,"projectUrl":"project/abc-learn-with-me/9933176/","projectTitle":"ABC Learn With Me","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Boulanger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp368717_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1626997456647","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jesica-boulanger"},{"teacherId":368717,"projectId":9934626,"letterContent":"I'm so grateful for these file folder games — they've made a real difference in my classroom. They encourage my students to learn on their own. The hands-on activities help solidify important skills by giving my students concrete ways to practice and apply what they've learned.\r\n\r\nThese games also make it easier to meet my students where they are. Since they work for different learning styles and ability levels, every student can get the individualized support they need. This personalization increases confidence, invites students to take chances, and builds a stronger growth mindset.\r\n\r\nFinally, I appreciate how well these file folder games work for reading practice. By adding playful, engaging elements, they turn reading practice into something students look forward to. I'm thankful for a tool that makes learning both effective and enjoyable.","fullyFundedDate":1765998518344,"projectUrl":"project/we-love-practicing-our-reading-skills/9934626/","projectTitle":"We Love Practicing Our Reading Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Boulanger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp368717_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1626997456647","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jesica-boulanger"},{"teacherId":5358254,"projectId":9972024,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Hands-On Learning with Legos in Third Grade\" project! Your generosity has brought so much excitement and creativity into our classroom. When the materials first arrived, the students could hardly contain their excitement! They immediately wanted to explore, sort, and start building, and it was wonderful to see their enthusiasm translate into deeper engagement with our lessons. The hands-on experience has helped even our more hesitant learners gain confidence, as they can see and manipulate concepts rather than just read about them.\r\n\r\n Thanks to your support, our students are now ready to take their learning even further. In the coming weeks, we'll be using the Lego sets to incorporate math and science allowing students to think critically and creatively as they apply what they've learned. Your contribution has made a lasting impact, not only by providing resources but also by inspiring curiosity and a love of learning that will carry through the rest of the year.","fullyFundedDate":1766945869171,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-with-legos-in-third-gr/9972024/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning with Legos in Third Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5358254"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_87029","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":575,"numTeachers":48,"percentFrplEligible":86,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":9,"percentWhite":7,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":76,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":1,"percentMultiracialImputed":4,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 4","studentTeacherRatio":"12.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":64.0,"schoolId":87029,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Prairie Queen Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Prairie Queen Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/oklahoma/oklahoma-city-school-district/prairie-queen-elementary-school/87029"}