{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Ridgely Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":29.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":854849,"projectId":9733490,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for this project getting funded so quickly. I am teaching Kindergarten and First grade special ed students who really need hands-on materials, and task cards are designed for their learning. I can create a set of boxes for each student's needs. They can practice and even take them home to practice over and over. They can master a set of cards easily and then move on to more challenging sets. This helps them feel like they have accomplished something. The students really will benefit from these items, and this project was brought to life with funds from donors like yourself. Thank you so much!!!","fullyFundedDate":1764696908703,"projectUrl":"project/task-for-little-hands/9733490/","projectTitle":"Task for Little Hands","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Flanagan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kflanagan"},{"teacherId":854849,"projectId":9376515,"letterContent":"Thank you so for the games and activities for my new kindergarten and first-grade students. We have really enjoyed learning and playing as we learn. The manipulatives have been so helpful for learning math and numbers. The kids have really enjoyed hands-on learning, and we all know that at this age, that is how they learn best. Thank you again for the generous donations and the support for all students. Without Donors like yourself, many projects would go unfunded, and kids would do without, so thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1754322531533,"projectUrl":"project/teaching-special-ed-kinders-and-firsties/9376515/","projectTitle":"Teaching Special Ed Kinders and Firsties","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Flanagan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kflanagan"},{"teacherId":2853160,"projectId":9576571,"letterContent":"Once again, you came through for my classroom! Your support and generosity makes an impact that I simply cannot describe. I wish I could have bottled up the sounds of giggles and excitement when I opened the boxes that contained the snacks and books. It's pure joy, and it's contagious. Most of my kiddos come from a low-income situation, and therefore it is difficult for them to donate snacks to the classroom. The school day is long for our little learners, so a little snack gives them the boost they need to keep working. \r\nIn addition, the extra supplies like paper towels, card stock, and laminating pouches help me out tremendously. Though our district supplies a lot of materials, these things, they do not. When I buy them out of my own pocket - it adds up quickly. \r\nI am so beyond thankful for your help. Thank you for helping me make my classroom the amazing place that it is. A place where our littlest learners feel loved, supported, safe, and cared for.","fullyFundedDate":1761929144020,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-basics/9576571/","projectTitle":"Classroom Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Barnard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2853160_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522432151194","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2853160"},{"teacherId":8012296,"projectId":9255917,"letterContent":"When my students first saw the new toys and books, their excitement filled the room. They loved opening the boxes of new materials and immediately gravitated toward the colorful rainbow sorters, bug and flower toys, and, of course, their favorite—bubbles. These resources have made therapy sessions even more engaging and play-based, which is exactly how preschoolers learn best. It's been so rewarding to watch them explore, practice their words naturally through play, and share their toys and ideas with friends.\r\n\r\nWe've been using the new materials to tie directly into our classroom themes. During our spring unit, students sorted rainbow colors, created flower gardens, and read about birds. These hands-on experiences have made language lessons more meaningful by reinforcing the vocabulary and concepts they're learning in their general education classrooms. The bubbles, especially, have been a huge hit—encouraging students to request their wants, needs, thoughts, and ideas. \r\n\r\nAs we continue our themed lessons, my students are becoming more confident communicators and making stronger connections between what we do in speech therapy and what they experience in the classroom. These materials have truly helped bridge that gap, giving every student new ways to express themselves through play.","fullyFundedDate":1745347180525,"projectUrl":"project/lets-communicate-play-and-learn-in-pr/9255917/","projectTitle":"Let's Communicate, Play, and Learn in Preschool!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Clark","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8012296"},{"teacherId":3134889,"projectId":9584505,"letterContent":"We are so thankful for your donations to this project! We needed a refresh of some classroom staples such as pattern blocks and magnet wands as well as new things such as stress balls and sensory tubes. We have a wide variety of needs in our classroom so it is important to have learning tools for everyone. The laminating sheets and and playdough are things that are constantly used so they are much appreciated! Our magnetic flannel board has already been a huge success with our felt stories! Our students love to tell stories with objects. We couldn't provide these learning opportunities without your help. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1757682833671,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials/9584505/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. LaCamera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3134889_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1486274709746","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lacamera"},{"teacherId":3134889,"projectId":9595146,"letterContent":"We are so thankful for your generous donations! We needed a bigger space for our playdough center and the table we had just wasn't big enough. Any piece of furniture is expensive and difficult to aquire so we are very appreciative of this community! Our students are able to have lots of cookie cutters and playdough tools on the table with plenty of room to roll and cut the playdough. The table also allows space for students to strengthen their fine motor skills to prepare for hand writing. Again, we couldn't do it without you! Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1757682833500,"projectUrl":"project/playdough-table/9595146/","projectTitle":"Playdough Table","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. LaCamera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3134889_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1486274709746","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lacamera"},{"teacherId":3134889,"projectId":9245129,"letterContent":"Our students absolutely loved having insects in our classroom! We were able to observe ladybugs and caterpillars. Insects bring so many learning opportunities from life cycles to becoming scientists. So many vocabulary opportunities! The bird feeders are a hit with our students! There are so many birds in our neighborhood school that enjoy them. Feeding the birds is a popular classroom job and everyone wants to do it every time! We wouldn't have been able to provide these fun learning opportunities without your generous donations. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1746759227775,"projectUrl":"project/we-love-living-things/9245129/","projectTitle":"We Love Living Things","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. LaCamera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3134889_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1486274709746","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lacamera"},{"teacherId":480282,"projectId":9159460,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Your generous donations allow my little learners to enjoy yummy snacks while they learn and grow. They were most excited to see the tiny packs of poptart bites and the fruit snacks. This allows me to give kids who might arrive after breakfast ends a little something to tide them over until lunch as well.\r\n\r\nWithout your support, having snacks daily would not be possible. My students rely on the generosity of others to help make their days bright at school. Having full stomachs is vital to staying on track for learning. Sending much appreciation for donating to our room!","fullyFundedDate":1746453903686,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-snacks/9159460/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. N.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/480282"},{"teacherId":2853160,"projectId":9257850,"letterContent":"I am so beyond grateful for your generosity. You have provided with my students with items that we use regularly to help us be successful in the classroom. Typically, many of these items come straight out of my own wallet. Of course, I do not mind supporting my classroom and my students, but as you know, things add up quickly. You have helped me, and my classroom tremendously. \r\nWe now have a freezer full of ice packs that our littles use to heal boo boos. Band aids and ice packs tend to magically fix everything :) \r\nMy treat jar is filled with skittles that I use to positively reinforce positive behavior. One of the kids' favorites is the gummy worms (that I call \"book worms\") that I use to reward those working hard on their reading skills. Play doh is another simple thing, that brings not only learning, but joy and giggles to the classroom. The kids think they are just playing, but in reality they are strengthening their muscles while developing fine motor skills. \r\nI am forever grateful for your support of my classroom. Thank you again, so very much!","fullyFundedDate":1746787256433,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-basics-need-refilled/9257850/","projectTitle":"Classroom Basics Need Refilled","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Barnard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2853160_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522432151194","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2853160"},{"teacherId":2134007,"projectId":9352151,"letterContent":"Oh, what fun we are having learning our letters and sounds! These hands on tools are helping my students build memories of the letter's name, how the letter sounds and how it feels to write the letters the proper way. Learning feels like play when you are tracing the letters and feeling the soft felt below your fingertip. Learning feels like playing when you are smoothing the sand to copy letters with a mini rake. Learning feels like playing when you are squishing gel as you write across it. Thank you donors for making learning fun and lasting!","fullyFundedDate":1747406454657,"projectUrl":"project/learning-the-alphabet/9352151/","projectTitle":"Learning the Alphabet","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rhodes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2134007_orig.png?crop=359,359,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689022443558","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2134007"},{"teacherId":2134007,"projectId":9250396,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping our class get off to a great start this year! Fresh supplies helped to set the tone for the year. I am able to help students get their belongings and materials for lessons organized with baggies from this project. It helps students quickly and easily have the supplies they need on hand and be prepared to learn. The floor puzzle has been used to help build team focused learning. Students have worked together to put the puzzle together and have had fun doing it! The highlighters are an array of colors that give students choice and are a tool to help them with learning phonic and vocabulary words. These are just some \"highlights\" of how this project has already impacted our classroom. We are thankful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1746787051124,"projectUrl":"project/a-fresh-start-to-the-year/9250396/","projectTitle":"A Fresh Start to the Year","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rhodes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2134007_orig.png?crop=359,359,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689022443558","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2134007"},{"teacherId":854849,"projectId":9027100,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the generous donations for this \"New Year - New Goals\": project. My students were able to have snacks, and they absolutely love that! The Clorox wipes helped us keep our room nice and clean and keep germs at bay! They loved the snack items and were always working hard to make sure they could get extra snacks to take home. Thank you for making this project possible with all the generous donations! We could not thank you and the Donors Choose enough for helping make this project a reality!","fullyFundedDate":1743012938025,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-new-goals/9027100/","projectTitle":"New Year - New Goals","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Flanagan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kflanagan"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_29335","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":297,"numTeachers":23,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":31,"percentWhite":46,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":4,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":70.7,"schoolId":29335,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Ridgely Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Ridgely Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/illinois/springfield-public-schools-district-186/ridgely-elementary-school/29335"}