{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"West Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":38.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9202388,"projectId":8975408,"letterContent":"My students were excited to learn that our makerspace lab had been blessed with the new materials and equipment provided by this project. Each time a project is funded they are amazed by the sheer generosity of strangers but come closer to appreciating and understanding the importance of giving.\r\n\r\nUnfortunately, time constraints that occur near the end of the school year did not allow students the opportunity to engage with some of the items donated through the project. Although there was usage of some items, which is evident in the photos that I have shared, I am looking forward to the engagement and learning that all the materials will provide for my students in the upcoming school year. \r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in the importance of educational opportunities and making it possible for me to enhance the learning of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1738978483777,"projectUrl":"project/stop-look-steam/8975408/","projectTitle":"Stop! Look! STEAM!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harmon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9202388_orig.jpg?crop=762,762,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692323316178","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9202388"},{"teacherId":2880931,"projectId":9116497,"letterContent":"It was a sight to see my students faces which were ecstatic to know that so many people supported them and helped fund our project. Thank you so much for making this project possible for my fantastic 5th grade students. \r\n\r\nWe received our project materials towards the middle of April. The plan is to crack the books open, explore, and introduce the great author of these books, Andrea Beaty, to my students after Easter Break. This ties in with their research paper, Future Plans, of what they want to be when \"they grow up\". Their research paper consists of researching what career they might have in the future, what school and where, what classes they need to take, and what ways they have to finance their investment in their future.","fullyFundedDate":1744032875077,"projectUrl":"project/celebrate-curiosity-perseverance-and-c/9116497/","projectTitle":"Celebrate Curiosity, Perseverance, and Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garbanzos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2880931"},{"teacherId":2880931,"projectId":8979924,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for your donation. My students are not able to financially contribute to some school supplies and organizers this year and so it is a great blessing to have your gift.\r\n\r\nMy students are so motivated to learn and do well. With the school supplies and organizers for each student, my students were so happy to have these as their own. They also are so grateful that they take ownership and put great effort to keep their supplies in good condition. I am so proud that they are taking responsibility to keep their supplies and help others maintain them.\r\n\r\nMy intention for these supplies were to encourage my students to take ownership and take responsibilities for their classroom and supplies. I am so excited to share that these items exceeded my expectations. The actions of being responsible and the care my students have for their own materials showed that they have self confidence and self care.","fullyFundedDate":1734530183052,"projectUrl":"project/purposeful-organized-mindheart/8979924/","projectTitle":"Purposeful Organized Mind/Heart","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garbanzos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2880931"},{"teacherId":9202388,"projectId":8874861,"letterContent":"The donations from this project have provided new opportunities for creativity for my students. They have been thrilled with their newfound experiences in video production and various types of animation. \r\n\r\nI personally have been thrilled to watch them create in ways that they had not thought possible. Hearing students say, \"We can video our own movie?\" and \"I am going to draw a movie and have a shark eat the fish!\" reflects their excitement and wonder at the possibilities of these new additions to our STEAM makerspace lab. \r\n\r\nThis particular project has provided flip book animation opportunities that have really been embraced by several of my students that enjoy drawing. They now have a new and exciting way to express their talent that has been rewarding to see.\r\n\r\nI continue to be amazed by the generosity of so many like you that are willing to help enhance the educational experiences of my students. Thank you so very much.","fullyFundedDate":1732659502080,"projectUrl":"project/lights-camera-steam/8874861/","projectTitle":"Lights, Camera, STEAM!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harmon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9202388_orig.jpg?crop=762,762,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692323316178","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9202388"},{"teacherId":9202388,"projectId":8786126,"letterContent":"Our STEAM Makerspace lab has grown beyond my wildest hopes and dreams since it began over a year ago. Not only has it provided boundless learning experiences for my students, but it has become a sanctuary where they are free to explore, wonder and create. Each of our funded Donor's Choose projects has expanded opportunities for them to become the makers and innovators that I believe they can.\r\n\r\nThis particular project was no exception as the materials received help further these opportunities. The addition of the Dash robot gripper attachment and Spero mini robots has broadened my students' coding experiences and encouraged them to develop their own innovative coding projects. The burlap squares have provided a perfect canvas for students to create \"stitchings\" with yarn - a new and relaxing experience for many of them. \r\n\r\nThese wonderful learning experiences would not be possible without the generosity of donors through Donor's Choose. My students and I continue to be grateful each and every day.","fullyFundedDate":1728785751125,"projectUrl":"project/full-steam-ahead/8786126/","projectTitle":"Full STEAM Ahead","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harmon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9202388_orig.jpg?crop=762,762,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692323316178","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9202388"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_30454","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":427,"numTeachers":32,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":24,"percentWhite":4,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":66,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"3 - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"13.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":61.2,"schoolId":30454,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about West Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"West Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/illinois/zion-public-school-district-6/west-elementary-school/30454"}

West Elementary School

Join the 134 supporters who believe in this school.

About this school

West Elementary School is a suburban public school in Zion, Illinois that is part of Zion Public School District 6. It serves 427 students in grades 3 - 5 with a student/teacher ratio of 13.3:1. Its teachers have had 28 projects funded on DonorsChoose.

Equity Focus School

Support towards this school will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Public School

Title 1

Grades 3 - 5

427 Students

32 Teachers

2412 Jethro Ave

Zion, IL 60099 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

West Elementary School 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

West Elementary School Demographics

95%

of students receive free or reduced price lunch

Source: the National Center for Education Statistics

90%

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.

West 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.

West Elementary School

$12,411

raised using DonorsChoose

projects funded

teachers funded

134

donors

projects for basic supplies

projects for technology

projects for books

project for art supplies

West Elementary School has received support from 82 individuals from Illinois and 52 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.

West Elementary School

About this school

Equity Focus School

West Elementary School Teachers on DonorsChoose

Share & help us grow support

DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

West Elementary School Demographics

West Elementary School Support on DonorsChoose Last updated Dec 5, 2025

West Elementary School

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