{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Columbus Africentric EC K12","outOfStateSupporters":34.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1398662,"projectId":9675823,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our project. Many of my students rely on the two meals they receive at school each day, and even then, it's often not enough to keep them full. There have been days when students have quietly cried in class because their stomachs hurt from hunger. Being able to offer snacks has truly been a blessing. It means they can grab something to eat whenever they need it, without having to ask and without any embarrassment. Your generosity helps give them comfort, dignity, and the ability to focus on learning. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in their day.","fullyFundedDate":1760709288022,"projectUrl":"project/fueled-up-ready-to-learn/9675823/","projectTitle":"Fueled Up & Ready to Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Frank","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1398662_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1448329333428","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lisafrank"},{"teacherId":1398662,"projectId":9606060,"letterContent":"Wow! Our Monster Day was a HUGE success, and it's all thanks to your generous support!\r\n\r\nWe kicked off the day with the lights off and glow sticks to set the spooky-fun tone before reading I Need My Monster. The students were completely engaged and loved every moment. Throughout the day, they built their own monsters, described them in writing, and participated in a variety of learning activities inspired by the story.\r\n\r\nAfter each activity, students earned a small prize — and what a hit those were! The slap bracelets were especially popular, and the erasers were adorable. The students also loved using their new notebooks to draw and write all day long. The monster bookmarks were super cute (even if they took a little extra time to make!).\r\n\r\nIt was truly a wonderful day filled with creativity, learning, and joy. None of this would have been possible without your kindness and generosity. Thank you for helping me bring such a memorable experience to my classroom — one that inspired imagination, teamwork, and a love of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1755556737241,"projectUrl":"project/i-need-my-monster/9606060/","projectTitle":"I Need My Monster!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Frank","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1398662_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1448329333428","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lisafrank"},{"teacherId":1398662,"projectId":9167617,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping to support my students. The end of the year is so hard. Everyone is tired and supplies are short. I work hard to make the final activities of the year fun and exciting. \r\nWe had a trip planned to the zoo and we spent time prior to the trip learning. about zoos. They were so excited to learn about different animals. It made it a lot of fun to then see the animals! \r\nWe then focused on habitats. Each student picked two animals and created a shoebox habitat for them. This was an amazing end of the year project. We couldn't have done any of this without your support. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1746820157054,"projectUrl":"project/materials-to-finish-strong/9167617/","projectTitle":"Materials to Finish Strong!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Frank","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1398662_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1448329333428","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lisafrank"},{"teacherId":1398662,"projectId":9159822,"letterContent":"This was a first for me. I got the idea to make an \"after testing box\" with new things for them to do. I was hoping it would build excitement and keep them motivated. I wanted to do lasting things that could be used year after year. During Christmas I had a Grinch puzzle and they were crazy for it. That was my inspiration for all of the puzzles.\r\nI didn't say anything to my students, just brought the tub in with the notes on it. I taped it shut so they couldn't sneak a peek. They began asking questions and were very curious. I kept telling them, \"Do well on your tests so you can open it.\" Well, it worked! Most of my students went up in reading and math. I am so proud of them. They were super excited about the new items and have used them every day since. Thank you for helping them celebrate their successes.","fullyFundedDate":1742963617309,"projectUrl":"project/motivating-rewarding-hard-working-stud/9159822/","projectTitle":"Motivating & Rewarding Hard Working Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Frank","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1398662_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1448329333428","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lisafrank"},{"teacherId":1398662,"projectId":8747599,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support of this project! It has had a huge impact on ALL of our students. They are working hard to demonstrate excellent behavior because of the great new items on the cart. Five students from each class are picked each Friday. They get so excited you would think they won the lottery! They are super excited to hear their name and their friends name on the announcements. It is so fun to watch them. They really work hard so they can make a return trip. I am so happy we are reinforcing students making good choices. \r\nThank you for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1734710997912,"projectUrl":"project/creating-super-citizens/8747599/","projectTitle":"Creating Super Citizens","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Frank","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1398662_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1448329333428","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lisafrank"},{"teacherId":1398662,"projectId":8860986,"letterContent":"This is the most delicious project ever! My students were very excited to get some seeds and supplies to put into the Aerogardens. We planted basil. This ended up with us making pesto! The students were in charge of this every step of the way!\r\nThey planted the seeds and were in charge of adding the nutrients. They also had to watch the water levels. Once the plants were mature, each student got to pick a basil leaf to harvest. Our families sent in pita chips and everything necessary to make pesto. It was a great learning experience to have them measure out the ingredients. Many of them had never seen a food processor before. I was surprised how many of the students liked the pesto. Over half of them asked for more!\r\nI loved showing my students they could grow their own food! Our next harvest will be tomatoes and jalapenos so we can make salsa. Thank you so much for making this happen for them.","fullyFundedDate":1729339009082,"projectUrl":"project/farm-to-school-table/8860986/","projectTitle":"Farm to School Table","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Frank","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1398662_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1448329333428","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lisafrank"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_63778","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":902,"numTeachers":20,"percentFrplEligible":90,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":91,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":4,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"45.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":65.8,"schoolId":63778,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Columbus Africentric EC K12 on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Columbus Africentric EC K12","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/ohio/columbus-city-school-district/columbus-africentric-elementary-school/63778"}

Columbus Africentric EC K12

Join the 146 supporters who believe in this school.

About this school

Columbus Africentric EC K12 is an urban public school in Columbus, Ohio that is part of Columbus City School District. It serves 902 students in grades K - 12 with a student/teacher ratio of 45.1:1. Its teachers have had 42 projects funded on DonorsChoose.

Equity Focus School

Support towards this school will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Public School

Title 1

Grades K - 12

902 Students

20 Teachers

3223 Allegheny Ave

Columbus, OH 43209 View local requests

Evidence-based impact

Inspire teachers to stay in the classroom and boost student achievement.¹

Give to this school

Ms. Vero, a DonorsChoose teacher for 9 years.

Kindergarten teacher at PS81 - Robert J. Christen School in Bronx, NY

Columbus Africentric EC K12 Teachers on DonorsChoose

DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. Each classroom request for funding was created by a classroom teacher and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.

See how DonorsChoose works

Columbus Africentric EC K12 Demographics

90%

of students receive free or reduced price lunch

Source: the National Center for Education Statistics

95%

of students are Black, Latino, Native American, or Asian

Schools in districts that mainly serve students of color receive substantially less state and local support than similar districts that serve primarily White students. Learn more about this gap, why it exists, and how you can help close it.

Columbus Africentric EC K12 Support on DonorsChoose Last updated Dec 5, 2025

DonorsChoose makes it easy for anyone to help a teacher in need, moving us closer to a nation where students in every community have the tools and experiences they need for a great education.

Columbus Africentric EC K12

$43,576

raised using DonorsChoose

projects funded

teachers funded

146

donors

projects for basic supplies

projects for technology

projects for books

projects for art supplies

Columbus Africentric EC K12 has received support from 96 individuals from Ohio and 50 individuals out-of-state.

Help teachers & students in your hometown this season! Use code HOME at checkout and your donation will be matched up to $100.

Columbus Africentric EC K12

About this school

Equity Focus School

Columbus Africentric EC K12 Teachers on DonorsChoose

Share & help us grow support

DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Columbus Africentric EC K12 Demographics

Columbus Africentric EC K12 Support on DonorsChoose Last updated Dec 5, 2025

Columbus Africentric EC K12

Help teachers & students in your hometown this season!
Use code HOME at checkout and your donation will be matched up to $100.