{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Woodridge Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":21.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3015004,"projectId":9685831,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our STEM Adventures in Kindergarten project! Because of your generosity, our classroom has come alive with excitement, curiosity, and joyful learning. The new STEM centers have quickly become a favorite and our students absolutely love them. It has been incredible to watch how creative they are when they explore the materials, test ideas, and proudly share what they've built.\r\n\r\nOne of the biggest highlights so far has been our turkey coop project. The kids were completely captivated! They would have worked on their coops all day if we had let them. Watching them problem-solve, plan, revise, and collaborate was truly inspiring. Their imaginations soared, and they approached every challenge with enthusiasm and determination. It was a wonderful reminder of how powerful hands-on learning can be at this age.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped create a classroom environment where curiosity is celebrated, experimentation is encouraged, and every child feels like a little engineer. We are so grateful that you chose to invest in our students. The impact of these materials is already clear, and we can't wait to see all the ways our young learners will continue to grow.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in our classroom and for giving our students the opportunity to explore, create, and dream big.","fullyFundedDate":1762205999059,"projectUrl":"project/stem-adventures-in-kindergarten/9685831/","projectTitle":"STEM Adventures in Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Zeiner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3015004_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1477614450722","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/k-pettit"},{"teacherId":6626720,"projectId":9498479,"letterContent":"I am writing to extend my heartfelt thanks for your contribution to our classroom project — \"We Can See Clearly Now — The Glare is Gone\". Your generosity has had an immediate, positive impact on our kindergarten classrooms at Woodridge Elementary School in Peninsula, Ohio.\r\n\r\nBecause of you:\r\n\r\nWe were able to install soft ceiling light covers in our two kindergarten classrooms. These covers reduce the harsh fluorescent lighting glare that was making it harder for our young learners to concentrate, and at times giving them headaches. \r\ndonorschoose.org\r\n\r\nWith a gentler, more calming learning environment in place, our 50 students now feel more comfortable, at ease, and ready to engage. By removing visual distractions and physical discomfort, you've helped create a setting where they can do their best work.\r\n\r\nThis improved environment supports not only academic focus but emotional well-being. For little ones, the difference between feeling overwhelmed and feeling safe and calm is real — and you made that difference possible.\r\n\r\nBecause you stepped up, we've transformed what felt like a small design change into a meaningful improvement in our everyday classroom life. Our students walk in, see a kinder space, and settle in with greater ease. Parents and staff are already noticing the difference.\r\n\r\nI want you to know how much your support means — not just to me as their teacher, but to the children whose learning lives you are touching. Your investment is helping them grow, explore, ask questions, take risks, and build confidence in a space that respects their needs.\r\n\r\nThank you, once again, for believing in our students, for valuing the importance of environment in learning, and for helping us say goodbye to glare and hello to clarity. I look forward to sharing updates with you as our classroom continues to thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1755686001142,"projectUrl":"project/we-can-see-clearly-now-the-glare-is-go/9498479/","projectTitle":"We Can See Clearly Now - The Glare is Gone","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DiCioccio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6626720_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x240,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598112999659","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ldicioccio"},{"teacherId":3561506,"projectId":9580647,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your generous donations to this project. I have been so excited to get these items and use them with my students. The holiday Chicka Chicka books have been a HUGE hit! At the beginning of the school year, we read Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, so it was a fun surprise when the students saw Chicka Chicka Trick or Treat. I also showed the students the Christmas version and they cannot wait to read it next month!\r\nThe greenery has really given the classroom a calming vibe. The students were so excited to see it all up and ready. They have also been busy using the sticker faces and scenes, markers, and dry erase markers.\r\nEverything in this project has been so helpful to both my students and myself. I am beyond appreciative!","fullyFundedDate":1758820661826,"projectUrl":"project/lil-of-this-lil-of-that/9580647/","projectTitle":"Lil' of This, Lil' of That","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kralik","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3561506_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565658338133","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/k-kralik"},{"teacherId":3015004,"projectId":9654088,"letterContent":"I am writing to share how deeply grateful my students and I are for your generous support of our project, Sweet Success: Bulldogs Banking on Good. Because of your kindness, we were able to fully stock our classroom store with treats like Ring Pops, AirHeads, Sour Patch Kids, and other student favorites.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, students earn \"Bulldog Bucks\" when they show kindness, follow expectations, and work hard. Your donation has transformed this reward system into something truly exciting. When the boxes of goodies arrived, the students' eyes lit up. They could hardly wait to peek inside. There was an instant buzz of excitement and curiosity! \r\n\r\nYour generosity has done more than fill our shelves; it has filled our classroom with motivation, joy, and real learning. Thank you for believing in our students and in the power of positive reinforcement. Because of you, our Bulldogs are truly banking on good choices and they're discovering that their decisions matter.","fullyFundedDate":1758719983525,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-success-bulldogs-banking-on-good/9654088/","projectTitle":"Sweet Success: Bulldogs Banking on Good Choices","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Zeiner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3015004_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1477614450722","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/k-pettit"},{"teacherId":8212703,"projectId":9442009,"letterContent":"I just wanted to thank you again for your generosity. My classroom has benefited in big ways from the materials you helped fund to set up my classroom. I use the laminator and laminator sleeves weekly to laminate vocabulary and spelling words for my students. I use the paper cutter and hole puncher daily to prepare students materials. My students love to use playdough for indoor recess, when they are done with morning work, or for a brain break. My classroom is so very grateful for your donations and it is helping our year go more smoothly!","fullyFundedDate":1752070065248,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-the-classroom-start-up/9442009/","projectTitle":"Back to the Classroom Start Up!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Springer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8212703_orig.jpg?crop=180,180,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751399922557","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8212703"},{"teacherId":8182951,"projectId":9617966,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to my project, Keep Calm and Stick It on! We were able to purchase some much needed supplies to help my students stay organized. \r\nWe began our focus for the importance of organization with the book \"A Little Spot of Organization\" and a class discussion on why staying organized and neat can help us in the classroom in different ways. We reviewed some expectations and continued to practice them until they became habits. My students look forward to \"desk dots\" or our celebration of \"being a smartie and staying organized!\" and have been loving getting to be named kings and queens of organization!\r\nThe labels helped tremendously for our Chromebook cart organization and allows for so much more independence while getting their devices out or putting them away for the day. The magnets are being used for book bin shopping to keep track of when they \"shop\" for new books throughout the week in the mornings.\r\nThe variety of labels have come in handy countless times already for a variety of purposes.\r\nThank you again so much. These supplies and tools have made a big difference in how we stay organized and create success in first grade!","fullyFundedDate":1758827580534,"projectUrl":"project/keep-calm-and-stick-it-on-how-we-stay-o/9617966/","projectTitle":"Keep Calm and Stick It On! How We Stay Organized!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rogers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8182951_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1637346164565","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/amyrogers"},{"teacherId":4790068,"projectId":9686920,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping me purchase sensory items and flexible seating for my classroom. My students and I are incredibly grateful for your generous support. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to tools that support focus, self-regulation, and comfort throughout the day.\r\n\r\nThe items you helped provide are already making a meaningful difference. The flexible seating options are giving students the freedom to choose how they learn best, while the sensory items are helping many of them feel calm, engaged, and ready to participate.\r\n\r\nYour donation has directly impacted our learning environment in such a positive way, and we can't thank you enough for investing in my students' well-being both now and for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1758636711567,"projectUrl":"project/a-soft-place-to-land-sensory-support-fo/9686920/","projectTitle":"A Soft Place to Land: Sensory Support for My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garlesky","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4790068_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1505274495647","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4790068"},{"teacherId":6440224,"projectId":9148766,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous donation of dry erase boards, markers, and erasers to our kindergarten classroom.\r\nYour contribution has made a real difference in our daily learning experience. With these tools, each of my students now has their own space to practice letters, numbers, and drawings in a hands-on, engaging way. These boards have become an essential part of our lessons — whether we're working on early math, practicing handwriting, or playing interactive games that reinforce what we're learning.\r\nKindergarten is such a foundational year, and your donation helps create a classroom environment that is not only educational but also fun, creative, and inclusive. The excitement on the kids' faces when they use their boards is genuine and heartwarming — they feel like \"real learners,\" and that confidence is priceless.\r\nThank you again for supporting our classroom and investing in the growth of these young learners. Your kindness has made an impact far beyond supplies — you've helped create moments of joy, discovery, and confidence for 20 bright young minds.","fullyFundedDate":1742157513158,"projectUrl":"project/support-kindergarten-learning-for-a-brig/9148766/","projectTitle":"Support Kindergarten Learning for a Brighter Future!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gish","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6440224_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1578804466055","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6440224"},{"teacherId":3015004,"projectId":9502774,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our kindergarteners are off to an exciting start with Chicka Chicka Boom Boom! The materials from this project have brought letters to life in a way that is engaging and hands-on for young learners. Students are using the resources to explore the alphabet, practice letter recognition, and begin building foundational literacy skills in fun and interactive ways. Their faces light up as they connect the story to activities in our classroom, making learning feel like an adventure. Your support has given my students the tools to grow their confidence as readers and learners, and it is creating joyful, meaningful experiences each day.","fullyFundedDate":1753811550230,"projectUrl":"project/chicka-chicka-hooray-for-learning-in-k/9502774/","projectTitle":"Chicka Chicka Hooray for Learning in K!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Zeiner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3015004_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1477614450722","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/k-pettit"},{"teacherId":3015004,"projectId":9482959,"letterContent":"Our classroom has been greatly impacted by your generosity through the \"Back to School Basics\" project! The supplies provided have made a huge difference in helping my kindergarten students start the year prepared and ready to learn. Having the essentials on hand means every child can fully participate in daily lessons and activities without worry. These materials have supported both individual and group learning, keeping our classroom organized and running smoothly. Your kindness has helped create a positive, welcoming environment where students feel confident, capable, and excited about school. We are so grateful for the foundation you have given us to build a successful year!","fullyFundedDate":1753992460006,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-school-basics/9482959/","projectTitle":"Back to School Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Zeiner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3015004_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1477614450722","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/k-pettit"},{"teacherId":3015004,"projectId":9415027,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our kindergarten students have grown as both artists and writers! The materials from this project have supported our illustration unit, where students learn how to draw pictures by combining simple shapes. This has boosted their confidence and creativity as they illustrate the stories they write. Every kindergarten classroom in our school has benefited—students are eager to practice, share their drawings, and add more detail to their writing. The resources have made it easier for them to see themselves as true authors and illustrators, and the pride on their faces when they complete a picture is priceless. Your kindness has truly inspired our youngest learners and made a lasting impact in their education.","fullyFundedDate":1752947583855,"projectUrl":"project/writers-at-work-one-shape-at-a-time/9415027/","projectTitle":"Writers at Work: One Shape at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Zeiner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3015004_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1477614450722","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/k-pettit"},{"teacherId":3015004,"projectId":9399690,"letterContent":"Our classroom is truly buzzing with excitement thanks to your generosity! The materials from this project have created a more engaging and hands-on learning environment for my kindergarteners. They are eager to explore, practice, and apply new skills each day. These resources have supported both independent learning and group activities, helping my students grow more confident and motivated. Your kindness has made a lasting difference in their education and joy for learning. Each day, I see their smiles and hear their enthusiasm as they dive into activities made possible by your gift. You've not only provided supplies—you've given my students experiences that will stay with them throughout their learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1749931181743,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-is-buzzing-with-learning/9399690/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten is Buzzing with Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Zeiner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3015004_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1477614450722","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/k-pettit"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_48840","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":906,"numTeachers":26,"percentFrplEligible":54,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":25,"percentWhite":56,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":6,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"34.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":78.5,"schoolId":48840,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Woodridge Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Woodridge Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/ohio/woodridge-local-school-district/woodridge-primary-school/48840"}