{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Ridgecrest Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":20.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9636268,"projectId":9237932,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the wonderful things you gave our classroom! We love our new rug and seats. They make our room cozy and a fun place to learn. We also appreciate the ink for our printer. Now we can print our work and see it in color, which makes us feel proud of what we create. Our bright new curtains make the room cheerful and sunny, and we love how they brighten up our space!\r\n\r\nYour kindness helps us learn better every day. We are so thankful that you care about us and our classroom.\r\n\r\nWith big smiles,","fullyFundedDate":1746786072241,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-makeover/9237932/","projectTitle":"Classroom Makeover","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Coleman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9636268_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733601893431","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9636268"},{"teacherId":9077165,"projectId":9174636,"letterContent":"Thanks, for helping with my class project. The items we received have been put to good use in centers. We are also using a lot of the items for stem activities and science projects. The students enjoy having items that easy for them to use on their own and in small groups together. So of the items have help students improve the fine gross motor skills as well. The cashier is being used for both math skills and center play as well. We are always happy to get the chance to improve are students learning goals one center at a time. Again, thanks so much for all the help.","fullyFundedDate":1747937904747,"projectUrl":"project/center-creations/9174636/","projectTitle":"Center Creations","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Keith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9077165_orig.jpg?crop=1848,1848,x0,y794&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1687005445431","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9077165"},{"teacherId":8556840,"projectId":8939565,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom is buzzing with creativity, collaboration, and engineering excitement! The LEGO STEM kits you helped fund have transformed our learning space into a mini robotics lab, and our students have become brilliant bot builders in the making.\r\n\r\nWith these kits, students are not only building robots—they're building critical thinking, perseverance, and teamwork. They've learned how to follow complex instructions, troubleshoot problems, and even redesign their creations when things don't go as planned (which happens often—and that's when the best learning kicks in!). We've explored concepts like sensors, coding sequences, cause and effect, and design thinking.\r\n\r\nYou'd be amazed to see what reading, writing, and speaking look like in our STEM sessions now. Students are reading diagrams and instructions with purpose, using content-specific vocabulary in context, and presenting their work like engineers. One student, who typically shies away from writing assignments, is now drafting blueprints and reflection journals after every build!\r\n\r\nSeveral of my quieter students have found their voices through this project—literally and figuratively. One pair of students went from hesitant builders to leading a mini-lesson for their peers on how to program motion sensors. Their confidence is growing, and it shows.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our young innovators. Your support is not just building robots—it's building confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning that will last a lifetime.","fullyFundedDate":1733236590323,"projectUrl":"project/building-brilliant-bot-builders-lego-st/8939565/","projectTitle":"Building Brilliant Bot Builders: LEGO STEM Kits for Future Innovators!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Aguilar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8556840_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y937&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673018349472","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8556840"},{"teacherId":8556840,"projectId":8893568,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in supporting my robotics students! Thanks to your donations, we received the 2Pepers Electric Motor Robotic Science Kits, and my students couldn't have been more excited to dive in. As soon as we unboxed the kits, their eyes lit up with curiosity and anticipation. Many of them immediately started exploring the different components, eager to figure out how they worked. It was amazing to see their enthusiasm as they connected circuits, assembled parts, and tested their creations in real time.\r\n\r\nThese kits have transformed our robotics lessons by giving students hands-on experience with engineering concepts. They are no longer just coding on a screen—they are physically building and troubleshooting mechanical systems, deepening their understanding of how coding translates to real-world applications. The problem-solving skills they're developing are incredible. One student, after troubleshooting why his robot wasn't moving, excitedly exclaimed, \"I figured it out! The motor wasn't connected properly!\" Moments like these show just how impactful these resources are.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue using these kits to refine our engineering skills and explore new robotics challenges. My goal is to help students think critically, collaborate, and innovate as they take on more advanced projects. Your generosity has given them the tools to become the next generation of engineers and problem-solvers. Thank you for believing in my students and for making such a meaningful difference in their education!","fullyFundedDate":1731119947688,"projectUrl":"project/building-future-engineers-hands-on-robo/8893568/","projectTitle":"Building Future Engineers: Hands-On Robotics For Young Coders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Aguilar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8556840_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y937&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673018349472","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8556840"},{"teacherId":8556840,"projectId":8803688,"letterContent":"Share\r\n\r\n\r\nYou said:\r\nOrder Status for Creativity Unleashed_ Crafting Dioramas and Beyond for Our Gifted Students _ DonorsChoose.pdf\r\nPDF\r\nplease write a thank you note that answers this: How are you and your students using the new resources? Share a specific classroom project or moment.\r\nHow did your students react when they first saw the materials?\r\nYour donors got a little peek into your classroom by contributing to your project, and we know that they'd love to learn more. What are the next steps for your students on a current classroom lesson or project?\r\n\r\nfor these supplies attached.\r\n\r\n3rd grade students are using the materials to do create fairytale scenes and puppets and will be performing for kindergartners\r\n\r\na 4th grader has created his own universe of monsters inspired by elements and has molded each character out of the modeling clay and used the paint to create it\r\n\r\n5th graders have been doing posters about Malala Yousafazai as a launch to their service learning and being passionate about global issues\r\nChatGPT said:\r\nChatGPT\r\nHere's a thank-you note you can use to express your gratitude to your donors:\r\n\r\nDear Generous Donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your incredible support of our project, Creativity Unleashed: Crafting Dioramas and Beyond for Our Gifted Students. Your generosity has truly brought excitement and inspiration to our classroom!\r\n\r\nOur 3rd-grade students are using the materials to create fairy tale scenes and puppets, which they will soon perform for our kindergarten students. Seeing their creativity come to life as they design characters and bring stories to the stage has been such a rewarding experience. Their eyes lit up with excitement when they first saw the materials, eager to dive into their projects.\r\n\r\nOne of our 4th-grade students has taken his love for storytelling to the next level by crafting an entire universe of monsters inspired by the elements. He has meticulously molded each character using the modeling clay and painted them with care, transforming his imaginative ideas into tangible creations. The pride he has in his work is truly heartwarming to witness.\r\n\r\nMeanwhile, our 5th graders have embarked on a meaningful journey, using the supplies to create posters about Malala Yousafzai. This project has served as a launchpad for their service learning, encouraging them to explore their passions and engage with global issues. Their discussions and reflections have been deeply inspiring, and we can't wait to see how they continue to grow from this experience.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, our students will continue using these materials to explore their creativity and express their ideas in new ways. Whether through storytelling, artistic expression, or advocacy projects, your support is empowering them to think outside the box and dream big.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for making such a difference in our classroom. Your kindness and generosity are shaping young minds and fostering a love for learning that will last a lifetime.","fullyFundedDate":1729112199536,"projectUrl":"project/creativity-unleashed-crafting-dioramas/8803688/","projectTitle":"Creativity Unleashed: Crafting Dioramas and Beyond for Our Gifted Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Aguilar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8556840_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y937&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673018349472","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8556840"},{"teacherId":9636268,"projectId":8592011,"letterContent":"We are so thankful here at Ridgecrest for these amazing items we have received from donors choose. We have been enjoying and using all of our items. One of the student's favorite items are our cushion seating. The students are able to do a lot of group activities around the classrooms and sit comfortably. My students are also enjoying the blending game. It got really loud as they where so excited to play together while also learning. \r\nMy students and I look forward to our next project being filled \"rising above all odds\" !!\r\nWe are so thankful. \r\nThank you\r\nthank you","fullyFundedDate":1733211159358,"projectUrl":"project/a-colorful-experience/8592011/","projectTitle":"A Colorful Experience!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Coleman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9636268_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733601893431","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9636268"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_17029","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":424,"numTeachers":40,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":31,"percentWhite":13,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":51,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"10.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":79.4,"schoolId":17029,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Ridgecrest Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Ridgecrest Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/alabama/huntsville-city-school-district/ridgecrest-elementary-school/17029"}