Lakeridge Middle School in LAKE TAPPS, Washington on DonorsChoose

{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lakeridge Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":33.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9852274,"projectId":9747446,"letterContent":"Our students are thrilled about having new basketballs. Students have been using them at lunch, during class, and before school. One memorable moment came when a group of 6th graders organized a \"Three-Station Relay\" using the new basketballs. They were so excited by how well the balls bounced and gripped that even some students who were usually hesitant to participate joined in enthusiastically. \r\nWhen the students first saw the new basketballs and colorful pinnies, their faces lit up with excitement. The colorful pinnies made it easy to organize teams, and the students loved picking their colors. One student even said, \"It feels like we're a real team now!\" The new gear sparked enthusiasm and boosted participation right away. \r\nThank you again for your donation and help keeping our students excited about being active!","fullyFundedDate":1762267710809,"projectUrl":"project/new-basketballs-and-pinnies/9747446/","projectTitle":"New Basketballs and Pinnies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Goings","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9852274_orig.jpg?crop=307,307,x35,y83&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733176239076","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9852274"},{"teacherId":9852274,"projectId":9223450,"letterContent":"On behalf of the entire PE department and our students, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for the generous donation of new footballs to our program. The students are absolutely thrilled to have high-quality equipment to use in class and at lunch time. From the moment the new footballs arrived, there's been a noticeable boost in energy and excitement during our football units and open play time. Whether they're practicing passing, running drills, or playing full games, the students are more excited about football and learning how to play. Students of all skill levels are getting more opportunities to develop their techniques, build teamwork, and enjoy the game.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new footballs, their faces lit up with excitement and curiosity. Many of them immediately picked them up, tossing them back and forth, commenting on how \"cool\" and \"official\" they looked compared to the older ones. Students were eager to get started, and even those who aren't usually enthusiastic about football were showing more interest. The new equipment really gave them a sense of pride and motivation, and it set a positive tone. It was one of those moments where you could tell something simple—like a new football—was going to have a big impact.","fullyFundedDate":1749755775647,"projectUrl":"project/outdoor-footballs-for-flag-football/9223450/","projectTitle":"Outdoor Footballs for Flag Football","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Goings","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9852274_orig.jpg?crop=307,307,x35,y83&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733176239076","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9852274"},{"teacherId":9852274,"projectId":9004172,"letterContent":"The students at my school are loving all the new adaptive equipment during lunch. For our adaptive learners, the use of beach balls has been especially beneficial, since they're soft, easy to handle, and can be incorporated into activities that promote sensory and motor development. Students have been enjoying games where they pass, hit, or catch the ball, or even relay races where they roll it from one point to another. Students were also thrilled to see new putt putt clubs. Since mini-golf isn't something every student is familiar with, there was a lot of excitement and questions about how mini golf is played. Students wanted to learn about different grips, swings, techniques, and asked questions about how to improve their skills or make their shots more accurate. Kids had a lot of fun the first day using the clubs and perfecting their putting skills.","fullyFundedDate":1738355063647,"projectUrl":"project/adaptive-equipment-for-all-types-of-stud/9004172/","projectTitle":"Adaptive Equipment for All Types of Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Goings","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9852274_orig.jpg?crop=307,307,x35,y83&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733176239076","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9852274"},{"teacherId":9631538,"projectId":8571281,"letterContent":"My students were over-the-moon excited when presented with the wonderful materials that were a part of this project. Many of my students are impacted by their profound sensory needs, so being able to provide them access to additional tools which meet those needs overwhelms me with gratitude. \r\nBeing able to use the books that were a part of this project to teach my students necessary social emotional skills has been a treat. \r\nThe liquid tiles (in one of the photos) are a HUGE hit with all students and increase opportunity to move and stay regulated. \r\n\r\nAbove all, receiving this generous donation has been a wonderful reminder to my team, students, and I, that people are FOR us, people see and WANT to support students with complex needs and the staff who work closely with them, which is perhaps the most beautiful part of this whole experience. Thank YOU.","fullyFundedDate":1729529580970,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-students-with-exceptional-nee/8571281/","projectTitle":"Supporting Students with Exceptional Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Furnstahl","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9631538_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758165341996","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9631538"},{"teacherId":9852274,"projectId":8982870,"letterContent":"The students are absolutely thrilled with the new badminton rackets! They've been using them before and after school for both practice and friendly competitions, and it's clear that the lighter weight has made a huge difference. Before, some of the students struggled a bit with the heavier rackets, but now they're able to focus more on their technique and improve their swings without worrying about fatigue. Also the new rackets have a better stringed area which allows the birdie to fly further. \r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting moments was when a group of students tried out the new rackets for the first time during a practice session. Their excitement was contagious! You could hear them talking about how easy the rackets felt to handle, especially when they were performing more complex shots like smashes and clears. It was like a whole new world opened up for them in terms of what they could do with the game.","fullyFundedDate":1733847948130,"projectUrl":"project/new-pickleballs-and-badminton-rackets-fo/8982870/","projectTitle":"New pickleballs and badminton rackets for clubs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Goings","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9852274_orig.jpg?crop=307,307,x35,y83&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733176239076","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9852274"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_45919","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":766,"numTeachers":33,"percentFrplEligible":38,"percentAsian":4,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":63,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":15,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"23.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":66.7,"schoolId":45919,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Lakeridge Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Lakeridge Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/washington/sumner-bonney-lake-school-district-320/lakeridge-middle-school/45919"}

About this school

Lakeridge Middle School is a suburban public school in LAKE TAPPS, Washington that is part of Sumner-Bonney Lake School District 320. It serves 766 students in grades 6 - 8 with a student/teacher ratio of 23.2:1. Its teachers have had 6 projects funded on DonorsChoose.

Public School

Title 1

Grades 6 - 8

766 Students

33 Teachers

5909 Myers Rd E

LAKE TAPPS, WA 98391 View local requests

http://www.sumnersd.org

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

Lakeridge Middle School Teachers on DonorsChoose

Mrs. Furnstahl

Ms. Goings

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

Lakeridge Middle School Demographics

38%

of students receive free or reduced price lunch

Source: the National Center for Education Statistics

21%

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.

Lakeridge Middle 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.