Elk Ridge Elementary
About
Elk Ridge Elementary was established in Northwest Bismarck in 2022 to provide more space and smaller class sizes across the Bismarck Public Schools elementary division. Prior to the 2022 opening of both Elk Ridge and Silver Ranch, the elementary division had 22 portable classrooms housing students and staff at various school locations. It was determined that the space gained from the addition of these two elementary schools would eliminate thirteen portables and allow for equitable, safe spaces throughout the elementary division.
Some examples of the benefits brought about by additional space include individual learning spaces for students who may need additional support, space for small groups, sensory rooms, calming spaces, and collaboration space for staff and parent meetings – to name only a few.
Click here for those looking to donate to the Elk Ridge Risers Fundraiser.
Volunteer
Elk Ridge is thankful for their volunteers that help make a difference for their student’s each and every school day. Volunteer opportunities can include, but are not limited to:
- Reading Volunteers- Volunteer to come and read to our students within the classroom setting
- Crossing Guards- Help provide safe passage along Elk Ridge’s streets
- Event Volunteers- There is always a need for extra help at after-school events.
Please contact Elk Ridge’s secretary at 701-323-4230 to find out more ways that you can become involved today!
Give Today
Elk Ridge Elementary
Donation Category Details
Playground Equipment
Play is important to healthy brain development as it allows children to use their creatively while developing their imagination, physical, and social/emotional strength. Elk Ridge is continually looking to enhance their playground equipment to ensure that all students, including those with physical restrictions may enjoy their recess.
School Club Materials
There are a variety of clubs that students can participate in based on their interests, funds given will assist the school to purchase materials for these after-school activities.
Playground Equipment
Play is important to healthy brain development as it allows children to use their creatively while developing their imagination, physical, and social/emotional strength. Elk Ridge is continually looking to enhance their playground equipment to ensure that all students, including those with physical restrictions may enjoy their recess.
Student Experiences
Learning trips allow students to gain exposure to the world around them in a hands-on, memorable way. Funding would go to pay for any non-covered transport and admission fees.
Student Recognition
Reinforcing positive behavior and academic achievement through students recognition helps to guide students to showcase positive outcomes. Funding provided would be utilized for student prizes such as school apparel, reading materials, etc.
Student Needs
This funding would go to provide for students where basic needs have been identified. This would include, but not be limited to, personal hygiene products, lice shampoo, winter gloves, snow pants and coats, socks, underwear, etc.
Teacher Appreciation
Funding would go to provide appreciation gifts for teachers who a making a difference in the lives of our local youth. This could range from a small gift to a catered lunch for teachers.
OUR MISSION
Partner with the BPS District to empower every learner to thrive by enhancing the services and recognition of students and staff.


Questions should be directed to:
Stacey Lang
Development Director
701-323-4093