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Starting a new school year is always exciting, and your kindness has helped ensure we have the essential items needed to create a clean, welcoming, and motivating learning environment.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, we have replenished important supplies like paper towels and tissues that help keep our classroom healthy by fighting off germs.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and myself, thank you for believing in our work and supporting our needs.","fullyFundedDate":1779117877912,"projectUrl":"project/stock-our-classroom-with-essential-suppl/10290485/","projectTitle":"Stock Our Classroom with Essential Supplies for a Fresh Start","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Serwinski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3562754_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1513022036816","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3562754"},{"teacherId":8896752,"projectId":10204056,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my project. The totes arrived a few days and my students and I were able to start organizing our materials immediately. There are so many things that need to go to the other side of the building/new classroom and because of you they will be organized and travel safely.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your well wishes for the move, we know that bricks do not make a school, people do. I will take the thoughts of your generosity with me to our new classroom this year, and next year, remembering how I was able to pack properly and protect all of our materials donated to us by amazing people like you. Thank you again for your support, I am so truly grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1778119533467,"projectUrl":"project/lets-organize/10204056/","projectTitle":"Let's Organize!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8896752_orig.png?crop=263,263,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730825379480","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kimberly-johns"},{"teacherId":8896752,"projectId":10255842,"letterContent":"This school year I taught only math and science to my third graders. With that being said, my classroom library went basically untouched and I never got to see their love of reading. That is, until your generous donation of books that I planned on using next year when I begin teaching reading again. Little did I expect my math students to JUMP at the chance to read the books. Even my students who are low-level readers LOVED the graphic novels!\r\n\r\nWe were even able to utilize the brand new books after state testing, in which they got to sit at their desks and read silently while waiting for their friends to finish up. Your donation has made my students and I overjoyed and we cannot thank you enough! These books will be used for many, many years to come and loved by so many kids.","fullyFundedDate":1778033529926,"projectUrl":"project/spring-into-reading/10255842/","projectTitle":"Spring Into Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8896752_orig.png?crop=263,263,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730825379480","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kimberly-johns"},{"teacherId":8896752,"projectId":10227563,"letterContent":"Your generosity has our made our classroom feel so much cleaner and safer. With this air purifier (and the filters you donated) we are able to worry less about the germs in the air and that makes a world of a difference to all of us. When kids aren't sick, they get to come to school and LEARN. :) It is people like you that make what I do at school a lot easier. Your giving has impacted so many students and put smiles on many faces. Thank you for doing what you do and for the continuous support you provide for many classrooms. We will continue to use this air purifier for many years to come as we know clean air is absolutely the best air!","fullyFundedDate":1778033529232,"projectUrl":"project/purified-air-part-2/10227563/","projectTitle":"Purified Air Part 2","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8896752_orig.png?crop=263,263,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730825379480","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kimberly-johns"},{"teacherId":8896752,"projectId":10261478,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom through DonorsChoose. Your generosity has made such a meaningful difference for my students and I.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we were able to receive a photo printer. These resources have already helped students create a warmer classroom environment. Many of my students have never even had a physical photo printed, so having access to these materials has created opportunities they may not otherwise have had.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting moments since receiving these materials was when we created Mother's Day picture frames. Your kindness goes far beyond the supplies themselves. You are helping students feel valued, supported, and inspired to learn. The impact of your donation will continue throughout this school year and beyond as students use these resources to grow academically.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and our classroom community, thank you again for believing in our project and investing in our future. Your support truly matters and we cannot thank you enough!","fullyFundedDate":1778033529750,"projectUrl":"project/picture-picture/10261478/","projectTitle":"Picture, Picture","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8896752_orig.png?crop=263,263,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730825379480","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kimberly-johns"},{"teacherId":8896752,"projectId":10165914,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom through DonorsChoose. Your generosity has made such a meaningful difference for my students and I. My students LOVE learning money and practically ran to me when I pulled these items out of our Amazon boxes.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we were able to receive play money and storage solutions for our base-ten blocks. These resources have already helped students solve money word problems and practice three-digit addition/subtraction. Many of my students have gaps with these skills, so having access to these materials has created opportunities they may not otherwise have had.\r\n\r\nYour kindness goes far beyond the supplies themselves. You are helping students feel valued, supported, and inspired to learn. The impact of your donation will continue throughout this school year and beyond as students use these resources to grow academically.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and our classroom community, thank you again for believing in our project and investing in our future. Your support truly matters and we cannot thank you enough!","fullyFundedDate":1777476814223,"projectUrl":"project/money-money-money/10165914/","projectTitle":"Money, Money, Money!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8896752_orig.png?crop=263,263,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730825379480","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kimberly-johns"},{"teacherId":1616220,"projectId":10265878,"letterContent":"I am writing to share my heartfelt thanks for your generous support of our project, \"Sweet Success: High-Value Incentives for End-of-Year Focus.\" Your contributions arrived at the perfect moment, providing the \"fuel\" we needed to navigate the challenging transition into the summer months while maintaining our high standards for behavior and academic excellence.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports) program was more effective than ever. Here is how your gifts made a tangible difference:\r\n\r\nThe \"Quiet Focus\" Reward: The minty gum was a game-changer during our final assessments. It provided students with a sensory tool to stay alert and focused, and they took great pride in \"earning\" their gum by demonstrating a calm and ready testing environment.\r\n\r\nThe \"Caught Being Kind\" Bin: The individual bags of chips became a coveted prize for those \"above and beyond\" moments. I saw students spontaneously helping peers with difficult tasks and taking extra care of our shared space, all for the chance to be recognized with a high-value snack.\r\n\r\nGoal-Setting Celebrations: The assorted candy treats turned every transition into an opportunity for teamwork. 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You helped me show my students that their hard work, kindness, and focus are noticed and valued by a community of supporters who care about their success.","fullyFundedDate":1778224332958,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-success-celebrating-great-choices/10265878/","projectTitle":"Sweet Success: Celebrating Great Choices!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. LaBar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1616220_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449281977500","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mslabar"},{"teacherId":1616220,"projectId":10127328,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity in supporting our project. Because of your contributions, our scholars entered their testing week feeling cared for, energized, and ready to do their absolute best.\r\n\r\nThe arrival of the snack boxes created such a buzz of excitement in our classroom. It was wonderful to see the students' faces light up when they saw the variety of options available to them. The Organic Dried Strawberries and Deep River Potato Chips were huge hits for those looking for a savory or healthy crunch, while the Nabisco Variety Packs provided that familiar comfort that helps ease testing jitters.\r\n\r\nPerhaps most importantly, the Jolly Ranchers, Sour Patch Kids, and Tootsie Rolls served as the perfect \"milestone treats.\" After hours of intense concentration, being able to offer a small reward for their hard work truly boosted morale. It turned what is usually a high-stress environment into a week where the students felt celebrated and supported by a community that extends far beyond our school walls.\r\n\r\nYour gift provided more than just food; it provided the energy and focus necessary for our scholars to demonstrate their growth. We saw fewer \"brain breaks\" and a much higher level of stamina throughout the long testing sessions.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and for showing them that their education and well-being matter. You have made a lasting impact on our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1778224345625,"projectUrl":"project/coaching-our-academic-champions-fueling/10127328/","projectTitle":"Coaching Our Academic Champions: Fueling the Testing Marathon","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. LaBar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1616220_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449281977500","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mslabar"},{"teacherId":9742781,"projectId":10253440,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your contribution to my classroom! This project has given us ice for injuries as well as an incentive that my students are SO excited about! I haven't seen them more excited for anything all year! They have been working extra hard on their testing and have been demonstrating fantastic behavior in hopes of earning a drink.\r\n\r\nThis project has changed everything for the end of this school year! Behaviors have gotten so much better because students desperately want to use these materials. I know that I will be able to continue this new classroom management system in the following school years and I could not be more excited!\r\n\r\nThank you again for all of the joy that you have brought to my classroom! 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About this school
Rhodes School is
an urban public school
in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania that is part of Philadelphia City School District.
It serves 354 students
in grades K - 8 with a student/teacher ratio of 13.6:1.
Its teachers have had 341 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
Supporting this school will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.
Public School
Title 1
Data about Title 1 status comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education.
Grades K - 8
354 Students
26 Teachers
2900 W Clearfield StContact info is sourced from our partners at MDR Education, and DonorsChoose updates our site ahead of each school year.
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of students receive free or reduced price lunch
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Source: the National Center for Education Statistics
96%
of students are Black, Latino, Native
American, or Asian
Data about school demographics comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. The numbers in this chart may not add up to 100% because of limitations in the available data.
Rhodes School Support on DonorsChoose
Last updated May 21, 2026
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Rhodes School
$112,817
raised using DonorsChoose
341
projects
funded
56
teachers
funded
644
donors
39
projects
for
basic supplies
30
projects for
technology
31
projects for
books
8
projects
for
art supplies
Rhodes School has received support from
374 individuals from Pennsylvania and
270 individuals out-of-state.