{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Eagle Ridge Academy","outOfStateSupporters":26.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1338514,"projectId":9496272,"letterContent":"Thanks to the new books you donated, our classroom has been able to deepen essential early-literacy skills in ways that truly matter for first graders. These texts introduce and reinforce a wide range of foundational reading skills. Students are practicing decoding patterns, building fluency through repeated readings, increasing their vocabulary knowledge, and strengthening comprehension by discussing stories, characters, and key ideas during whole-group and small-group instruction. Because many of these books are decodable, students can apply the phonics patterns we're learning—like digraphs, blends, and vowel teams—directly in authentic reading. This gives them confidence and helps them see themselves as real readers.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is joyful, structured, and full of purpose. Each day includes a mix of whole-group mini-lessons, small-group guided reading, partner work, and quiet independent reading time. During small-group instruction, students use these new books to practice targeted phonics skills, read aloud with teacher support, and build comprehension through discussion and retell activities. During independent reading, students browse from a growing classroom library—thanks to you—and select books that match their reading level and interests. The room is filled with soft murmurs of children sounding out words, whisper-reading their new favorites, and eagerly sharing connections they've made to the texts.Several students have shown remarkable excitement since these books arrived. One student who is typically hesitant during independent reading now consistently chooses one of the new decodable books because he \"can read almost the whole thing by myself!\" Another student, who loves animals, has been completely absorbed in the new nonfiction titles and is now voluntarily writing facts she learns during writing time. A quieter student in our class has begun participating more during reading discussions because she feels confident reading aloud from these accessible texts. These moments—small but powerful—are direct outcomes of your generosity.\r\nOverall, your donation has transformed our reading block into a more engaging, inclusive, and skill-building experience for every student in the room.","fullyFundedDate":1754337025768,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-literacy-decodables-for-every/9496272/","projectTitle":"Unlocking Literacy: Decodables for Every Learner!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Weeks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1338514_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1487119851396","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1338514"},{"teacherId":1338514,"projectId":7148454,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your incredible generosity in donating reading books to our classroom. Your kindness has made a meaningful and lasting impact on our students, and I am truly thankful that you chose to support our young learners in such a thoughtful and purposeful way.\r\n\r\nIn first grade, books are more than just stories on a page—they are doorways. They open paths to imagination, ignite curiosity, and create opportunities for children to see themselves and the world around them in new and inspiring ways. Because of your gift, my students now have a richer, more engaging, and more joyful experience with reading. They eagerly browse our classroom library each morning, excited to discover new characters, new facts, and new adventures waiting inside the covers of the books you helped provide.\r\n\r\nYour donation has helped us strengthen crucial literacy skills during a foundational time in students' development. Many of my students are just beginning their journey as independent readers, and having access to high-interest, high-quality books allows them to practice and grow confidently. The books you provided support a wide range of reading abilities, interests, and backgrounds, ensuring that every student can find a book that is \"just right\" for them. Whether they enjoy nonfiction, silly stories, mysteries, or tales about friendship, your contribution ensures that there is something for everyone.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, your generosity has helped foster a classroom culture where reading is loved, celebrated, and shared. We have already enjoyed many wonderful moments gathered together on the carpet during read-alouds, with students listening intently, laughing, predicting, and asking questions. Those moments—those bright, eager eyes and raised hands—are directly connected to the abundance of books now available to them. You have helped create an environment where students feel excited to learn and proud of their progress.\r\n\r\nIt's important for you to know that your donation reaches far beyond the pages of a single book. It builds confidence. It nurtures creativity. It encourages empathy as students step into the experiences of characters unlike themselves. It inspires conversations that help young learners make sense of the world. And most importantly, it reminds students that there are caring adults who believe in them and want to see them succeed.\r\n\r\nTeachers often say that it takes a village to raise a child—and supporters like you are an essential part of that village. Your generosity gives our students opportunities they may not otherwise have. You help create brighter futures. You make learning joyful. You show children that reading matters and that they matter.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our classroom, our school, and our students' futures. Your kindness will continue to make a difference every single day as these books are read, reread, shared, loved, and treasured for years to come. We are sincerely grateful for your support, and we appreciate the hope, excitement, and possibilities you have brought into our learning community.","fullyFundedDate":1680181972175,"projectUrl":"project/decodable-texts-matter/7148454/","projectTitle":"Decodable Texts Matter!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Weeks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1338514_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1487119851396","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1338514"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_94149","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":658,"numTeachers":43,"percentFrplEligible":59,"percentAsian":5,"percentBlack":31,"percentWhite":37,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":16,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"15.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":73.9,"schoolId":94149,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Eagle Ridge Academy on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Eagle Ridge Academy","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/georgia/muscogee-county-school-district/eagle-ridge-academy/94149"}

Eagle Ridge Academy

Join the 161 supporters who believe in this school.

About this school

Eagle Ridge Academy is an urban public school in Columbus, Georgia that is part of Muscogee County School District. It serves 658 students in grades Pre-K - 5 with a student/teacher ratio of 15.3:1. Its teachers have had 57 projects funded on DonorsChoose.

Equity Focus School

Support towards this school will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Public School

Grades Pre-K - 5

658 Students

43 Teachers

7576 Raider Way

Columbus, GA 31909 View local requests

http://www.mcsdga.net/schools/elementary/eagle.html

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

Eagle Ridge Academy 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

Eagle Ridge Academy Demographics

59%

of students receive free or reduced price lunch

Source: the National Center for Education Statistics

52%

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.

Eagle Ridge Academy 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.

Eagle Ridge Academy

$17,813

raised using DonorsChoose

projects funded

teachers funded

161

donors

projects for basic supplies

projects for technology

projects for books

project for art supplies

Eagle Ridge Academy has received support from 119 individuals from Georgia and 42 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.

Eagle Ridge Academy

About this school

Equity Focus School

Eagle Ridge Academy Teachers on DonorsChoose

Share & help us grow support

DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Eagle Ridge Academy Demographics

Eagle Ridge Academy Support on DonorsChoose Last updated Dec 5, 2025

Eagle Ridge Academy

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