Orchard Park Elementary School in Kettering, Ohio on DonorsChoose

{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Orchard Park Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":20.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3992512,"projectId":8728609,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for your generous support of our kindergarten project. Thanks to your kindness, my kindergarten students are thriving in our newly transformed learning environment!\r\n\r\nBefore your donation, many of my students struggled to focus, stay engaged, and regulate their energy levels. Now, thanks to the flexible seating options you funded, we have a variety of choices that cater to individual learning styles and needs.\r\n\r\nThey were so excited to try the new seats! We each rotated through different seating choices each day to see which was their preferred method. They loved having the option to choose which ones worked best for their learning. \r\n\r\nImproved Focus and Engagement: The wiggle stools have been a game-changer for several of my students who have trouble sitting still. They can now move subtly while still focusing on the lesson. I've noticed a significant increase in their on-task behavior during table time.\r\nIncreased Collaboration and Social Skills: The variety of seating options has encouraged students to interact with different classmates, fostering a stronger sense of community within our classroom.\r\nPositive Impact on Learning: Since implementing flexible seating, I've seen a noticeable improvement in my students' overall academic performance. They are more attentive, participate more actively, and retain information better. The flexible seating has created a more positive and engaging learning environment for everyone.\r\nMeeting Individual Needs: Several of my students with sensory sensitivities benefit greatly from the ability to choose a seating option that meets their specific needs. The different heights of the seating options allow students to find a position that is comfortable and supportive for them, promoting better posture and reducing fatigue.\r\nStudent Ownership and Responsibility: My students are learning to make responsible choices about their seating, considering their own needs and the task at hand. This has fostered a sense of ownership and independence in their learning.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your incredible generosity. You have made a real difference in the lives of my kindergarten students. Your support has not only provided them with comfortable and engaging seating options, but it has also fostered a love of learning and created a more positive and supportive classroom environment. We are so grateful for your investment in our students' future.\r\n\r\nSincerely,\r\nThe Orchard Park Kindergarten Team","fullyFundedDate":1733706269071,"projectUrl":"project/seating-that-moves-minds-help-us-energi/8728609/","projectTitle":"Seating That Moves Minds: Help Us Energize Young Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Treen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3992512_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1520784617281","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kaihla-treen"},{"teacherId":3992512,"projectId":8617857,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to share just how much the new classroom rug has transformed our learning environment and thank you again for your generous support. The rug has quickly become the heart of our classroom, and its impact has been truly remarkable.\r\n\r\nOur daily routines have been elevated—students now have a dedicated, cozy, and welcoming space for morning meetings, storytime, and collaborative group activities. The defined areas on the rug help students feel more organized and engaged, giving everyone their own special spot during lessons. It has also encouraged more peer interaction, fostering teamwork and building a stronger sense of community in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe rug has made our learning more dynamic and enjoyable, and you've played a crucial role in making this possible. Your kindness has provided a space where memories are made, ideas are shared, and a love of learning continues to grow.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for believing in our students and supporting our classroom. We are forever grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1730977638287,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-collaboration/8617857/","projectTitle":"Cozy Collaboration","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Treen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3992512_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1520784617281","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kaihla-treen"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_85237","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":294,"numTeachers":20,"percentFrplEligible":80,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":5,"percentWhite":80,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":4,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":80.0,"schoolId":85237,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Orchard Park Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Orchard Park Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/ohio/kettering-city-school-district/orchard-park-elementary-school/85237"}

About this school

Orchard Park Elementary School is an urban public school in Kettering, Ohio that is part of Kettering City School District. It serves 294 students in grades K - 5 with a student/teacher ratio of 14.7:1. Its teachers have had 6 projects funded on DonorsChoose.

Equity Focus School

Support towards this school will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Public School

Title 1

Grades K - 5

294 Students

20 Teachers

600 E Dorothy Ln

Kettering, OH 45419 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

Orchard Park Elementary School Teachers on DonorsChoose

Mrs. Dilworth

Mrs. GRAWE

Ms. Treen

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

Orchard Park Elementary School Demographics

80%

of students receive free or reduced price lunch

Source: the National Center for Education Statistics

10%

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.

Orchard Park Elementary School 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.