{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Ida B Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy","outOfStateSupporters":30.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3894640,"projectId":9459606,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation. It has brought so much joy and extension of learning to our youngest learners.\r\n\r\nThey have enjoyed collaborating with friends to have meaningful play time and interactions. These resources have set the tone for how students engage with each others. \r\n\r\nMy class look forward to using the resources during their daily routine. Students are afforded opportunities to use creative concepts and critical thinking to explore imaginative play. None of this would have been possible without your generosity. Thank you so much","fullyFundedDate":1756123400179,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-new-classroom/9459606/","projectTitle":"New Year, New Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Woodard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3894640_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1564622125924","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3894640"},{"teacherId":3894640,"projectId":9548976,"letterContent":"Thank you south for your generosity. Because of you our students have found our classroom environment to be a safe space and very welcoming. The culture and climate in our classroom is very important to us. The resources provided enables us to continue to keep our classroom clean and presentable.\r\n\r\nThank you you for helping our classroom meet daily needs. The resources help us to ensure our classroom is safe and clean at all times. Students are able to have water and snacks because of your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1755699753435,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-space/9548976/","projectTitle":"Sensory Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Woodard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3894640_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1564622125924","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3894640"},{"teacherId":8020184,"projectId":9087858,"letterContent":"On behalf of myself and the middle school students at Wells Preparatory Academy, I would like to extend a colossal thank you for your generous donation of math notebooks, pencils, air freshener, wipes, and snacks. When my students saw all the boxes and bags of supplies that were donated, their eyes lit up and they were so excited. They were happy to know that others cared enough about them to invest in their success.\r\n Many of our students arrive each day without basic supplies. Your gift provided a sense of security for them and relief for me. I spend a lot of my own money trying to secure the materials that my students need.\r\n Since receiving the wonderful donations, students were able to participate fully in class without the stress of not having a notebook or a pencil. This has led to an increase in note taking, class participation, and students confidently tackling algorithms and real world math problems.\r\nThe wipes and air freshener help us maintain a clean and pleasant classroom environment. They allow students to take ownership of their shared space, and promote a sense of respect and responsibility. A clean, fresh, classroom has contributed to greater focus, and a more positive learning atmosphere for everyone.For many middle schoolers, the 4 hours of hard work before lunch can really work up an appetite. Your snacks provide a much-needed boost of energy, and help students stay engaged and focused until lunch time.\r\n Donations like yours help me provide the quality education and learning environment that every student deserves. Thank you abundantly for your kindness and generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1747528228846,"projectUrl":"project/notebook-snack-nook/9087858/","projectTitle":"Notebook & Snack Nook","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Glenn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8020184_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726542418807","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8020184"},{"teacherId":810020,"projectId":9644254,"letterContent":"The green hoodies in our school's uniform color made a real difference. During the cold Chicago winter months, these hoodies kept students warm, comfortable, and focused on learning instead of being distracted by the weather. Beyond warmth, they gave students a stronger sense of belonging and pride, knowing they were representing their school with confidence.\r\n\r\nSomething as simple as a hoodie helped create a learning environment where students feel safe, cared for, and ready to succeed. Every day, I see smiles and improved focus from students who now feel more comfortable in class. Your generosity provided more than clothing—you provided confidence, comfort, and community.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our classroom and believing in our students' potential.","fullyFundedDate":1758857218524,"projectUrl":"project/help-middle-schoolers-stay-warm-in-schoo/9644254/","projectTitle":"Help Middle Schoolers Stay Warm in School Colors","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O'Doherty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp810020_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1519767821716","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kathleenodoherty"},{"teacherId":810020,"projectId":9460810,"letterContent":"Donating snacks to middle school students has a powerful impact on both their learning and well-being. Many students come to school without enough to eat, and hunger makes it difficult for them to concentrate, stay motivated, and fully engage in class. By providing nutritious snacks, you help ensure that every student has the energy and focus they need to succeed academically. Beyond academics, snacks also support social and emotional well-being—offering comfort, reducing stigma, and showing students that their community cares about them. Your generosity not only fuels healthier bodies and sharper minds but also fosters a more positive and equitable school environment where all students have the opportunity to thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1755699755131,"projectUrl":"project/helping-students-feel-safe-seen-and-s/9460810/","projectTitle":"“Helping Students Feel Safe, Seen, and Settled”","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O'Doherty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp810020_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1519767821716","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kathleenodoherty"},{"teacherId":9219151,"projectId":9591682,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of headphones to our classroom. Your support has made a big difference in how our students learn and engage with technology each day.\r\n In our classroom, technology is an essential tool for personalized learning. With the new headphones, students can focus more effectively during online lessons without distractions. They now have the ability to listen to reading passages, watch instructional videos, and use educational apps that adapt to their individual needs-all at their own pace.\r\nThe most exciting part for students is the independence the headphones give them.\r\nThey feel more in control of their learning and are especially enthusiastic about programs that read aloud, provide interactive feedback, and help build critical skills in fun, engaging ways.\r\n One student who has especially benefited, is a quiet learner who often struggled to stay engaged during whole-class instruction. With the headphones, she's found new confidence and focus. She now eagerly participates in online reading programs and is making wonderful progress.\r\n Thanks to your kindness, our classroom is a more focused, supportive, and tech-forward space. Your generosity is helping our students grow, explore, and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1755744243088,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-classroom-essentials/9591682/","projectTitle":"Colorful Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9219151"},{"teacherId":9219151,"projectId":8862799,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom science center! The new materials have transformed our learning space into a hub of curiosity and exploration. One recent project involved students rotating through hands-on stations to explore magnets, circuits, and simple machines. Watching them collaborate and problem-solve with real materials was truly inspiring.\r\n\r\nWhen the boxes first arrived, the excitement was contagious. My students could hardly believe the resources were for them! They eagerly unpacked the materials and immediately began asking questions and making connections to what we'd been learning.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, my students are now working on designing their own mini experiments using the materials from our science center. Their next steps presenting their findings to the class, practicing both scientific thinking and communication skills.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a lasting impact—thank you for being a part of our journey.","fullyFundedDate":1732914940758,"projectUrl":"project/centers-for-young-scientists/8862799/","projectTitle":"Centers for Young Scientists","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9219151"},{"teacherId":810020,"projectId":9275656,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support of our snack initiative at Wells Prep Middle School. Thanks to your kindness, our project—designed to ensure no student goes hungry during the school day—has already begun to make a meaningful impact in our classrooms and hallways.\r\nMiddle school is a time of remarkable growth, both academically and emotionally. Our students are curious, driven, and eager to learn—but like all of us, they do better when their basic needs are met. For many of our students, hunger is an invisible barrier to success. Whether due to rushed mornings, financial hardship, or long gaps between meals, coming to school without something in their stomach makes it hard to focus, engage, and thrive.\r\nYour contribution changed that. With your help, we have stocked our classrooms and resource areas with an assortment of snacks—cookies, crackers, granola bars, and small pieces of candy. These simple items have had a profound effect. A student who was previously distracted by hunger is now participating in class discussions. Another who struggled to concentrate can now stay focused through a full lesson. We've even seen improvements in classroom behavior, as students feel more supported and cared for.\r\nThe snacks serve multiple roles in our learning environment. Candy offers quick energy and, at times, a little motivation or reward for effort. Crackers and cookies provide longer-lasting fuel, especially helpful for those who rely on school lunch as their main meal of the day. By removing the stress of hunger, we've helped create a more equitable environment where every student has a better chance to succeed—no matter their background or circumstances.\r\nBut beyond the nutritional benefit, what has truly moved us is the emotional response from our students. They see the snacks as a sign that someone is thinking about them, that their needs matter, and that their school is a place of support and kindness. One student even remarked, \"It's like someone remembered I was here.\" That sense of belonging can be just as important as any academic lesson.\r\nYour support has made a real difference. Not only have you fed students' bodies, but you have also nourished their confidence and capacity to learn. You've reminded them—and us—that compassion and community are powerful tools for education.\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your belief in our students and our mission. This project would not have been possible without you, and we are proud to share its success. Thank you for helping us build a school environment where every child feels seen, supported, and set up to reach their full potential.\r\nWith sincere appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1746787147682,"projectUrl":"project/unwrap-a-smile-support-our-middle-schoo/9275656/","projectTitle":"Unwrap a Smile: Support Our Middle Schoolers With Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O'Doherty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp810020_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1519767821716","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kathleenodoherty"},{"teacherId":810020,"projectId":9034070,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your generous support of our classroom! Because of you, our project has been fully funded, and my students will soon enjoy all the wonderful materials you helped provide.\r\n\r\nFrom snacks and sweet treats like Welch's fruit snacks, chocolate chip cookies, and variety candy packs, to colorful gel pens, Sharpies, and FriXion erasable pens—these supplies will bring both joy and learning into our daily routines. Your donation means students will stay energized, engaged, and ready to learn, especially during testing season and project work.\r\n\r\nI'm especially excited to see the smiles on their faces when they realize that others believe in their success as much as I do. Every item on our list was selected with love, and your contribution makes an immediate impact.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and generosity. You're helping create a classroom where students feel valued, supported, and inspired to do their best.","fullyFundedDate":1745969389489,"projectUrl":"project/bright-ideas-comfortable-chairs-and-le/9034070/","projectTitle":"\"Bright Ideas: Comfortable Chairs and LED Lights for Engaged Learning\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O'Doherty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp810020_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1519767821716","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kathleenodoherty"},{"teacherId":8107588,"projectId":8773499,"letterContent":"I am deeply grateful for your generous contributions to our \"Laptop for Easy iPad Access\" project. Your support is not just a donation—it is an investment in the future of our students and their ability to engage with technology in a meaningful way. With this new equipment, we will be able to provide easier access to educational resources, streamline learning processes, and empower students to explore and learn in more dynamic ways.\r\n\r\nThis donation will have a profound impact on their educational journey, allowing them to make the most of their iPads and enhancing their overall learning experience. Thanks to your kindness, we are one step closer to creating a more inclusive and effective learning environment. Your generosity truly makes a difference, and we are so grateful to have you as part of this effort.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for your thoughtful contribution. We are excited to see the positive outcomes that will come from this gift, and we appreciate your continued support of our mission.","fullyFundedDate":1733277125788,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-laptop-for-easy-ipad-access/8773499/","projectTitle":"Classroom Laptop for Easy iPad Access","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gabutan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8107588_orig.jpg?crop=2282,2282,x151,y133&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664209132941","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8107588"},{"teacherId":810020,"projectId":8790619,"letterContent":"The addition of the new comfortable carpets to our classroom has truly transformed our learning environment. My students and I are using these carpets every day as a central hub for collaborative learning, reading, and class discussions. \r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the carpets, their reactions were priceless. They were overjoyed, with many of them commenting on how \"soft\" and \"cool\" the space now felt. For some students, it was the first time they had experienced a classroom environment that felt so warm and welcoming. The carpets have become a favorite spot for independent reading, fostering a love for books and encouraging focus during quiet time.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we plan to use this space for a series of upcoming lessons on teamwork and problem-solving. The carpets will serve as a gathering area for small-group projects, where students can brainstorm ideas and collaborate more comfortably. Thanks to your generosity, these carpets have become more than just a classroom resource; they've become a symbol of community and comfort for my students. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1733277125558,"projectUrl":"project/find-comfort-when-reading/8790619/","projectTitle":"Find Comfort When Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O'Doherty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp810020_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1519767821716","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kathleenodoherty"},{"teacherId":3894640,"projectId":8484894,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your commitment to our youngest learners. This listening center has helped in so many ways. Our students now have an intimate space to practice skills related to comprehension, writing, and phonemic awareness. Students enjoy working independently on activities and engaging in auditory activities. \r\nThis listening center will help students for years to come. These resources have no expiration and is designed to reach students where they are academically. Students who are auditory and visual learners benefit greatly from this resource. Thank you again for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1725830012939,"projectUrl":"project/building-literacy-skills-through-listeni/8484894/","projectTitle":"Building Literacy Skills Through Listening","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Woodard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3894640_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1564622125924","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3894640"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_5641","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":313,"numTeachers":21,"percentFrplEligible":80,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":93,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":4,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"14.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":69.2,"schoolId":5641,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Ida B Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Ida B Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/illinois/chicago-public-school-district-299/wells-preparatory-elementary-school/5641"}