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With the new calming corner canopy, my students now have a peaceful retreat to help them reset during stressful moments. It's already becoming a favorite spot, especially for those who need a quiet place to breathe, regroup, and return to learning with a clear mind.\r\n\r\nThanks to the chair back buddies, zipper pouches, and plastic folders, my students are now more organized than ever. These tools are empowering them to take ownership of their materials and routines—something that is especially important for young learners and those who benefit from extra support with executive functioning.\r\n\r\nAnd let's not forget the classroom staples that keep our learning running smoothly—glue sticks for creative projects and interactive notebooks, and a dependable pencil sharpener that ensures no one is ever without a sharpened pencil when it's time to write or draw. These simple yet essential tools are used daily and appreciated immensely.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has made a direct impact on my students' daily experience. You've helped build a classroom environment where every child feels supported, equipped, and ready to learn. From the bottom of my heart—thank you for being a hero to our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1753897135813,"projectUrl":"project/buddies-boundaries-and-a-bit-of-calm/9501734/","projectTitle":"Buddies, Boundaries and a Bit of Calm","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1456752_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753645189683","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1456752"},{"teacherId":2854397,"projectId":9466832,"letterContent":"Hello and thank you again for your donation to a great bunch of students! My classroom consist of 1st through 5th grade class with different disabilities. I have some students who can read CVC words or more and another group that can not read yet! I say yet because that is my goal is to get all of my students to be able to read fluently or just a few sight words. My students face many challenges when it comes to reading and the more support I can give them will definitely help their progress. My students love to look at books if they cannot read and they also try to read the words they now. 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This will help them develop their skills, teamwork, and love for the game. Your support directly impacts our students, providing them with the tools and opportunities to succeed.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply thankful for your commitment to our school and our students. Your generosity makes a real difference, and we are proud to have you as a partner in our mission to provide a well-rounded education.","fullyFundedDate":1651590228306,"projectUrl":"project/volleyball-practice-fun/6445871/","projectTitle":"Volleyball Practice Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Bendele","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1398702"},{"teacherId":1398702,"projectId":5891367,"letterContent":"I am writing to express our deepest gratitude for your generous donation to our DonorsChoose project. Thanks to your support, we were able to purchase a television for the gym at ICE. 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Your contribution has made a significant difference in providing essential supplies for our youngest players.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, we can now equip our youngest students with the necessary gear, ensuring they have the best possible start in their tennis journey. Your generosity enables us to foster a love for the sport and create a fun, engaging learning environment.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your commitment to our school and the development of our young athletes. Your belief in our mission inspires us, and we are proud to have you as a partner. We will keep you updated on the progress of our young players.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1660065619712,"projectUrl":"project/tennis-for-littles-iv/6456242/","projectTitle":"Tennis For Littles IV","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Bendele","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1398702"},{"teacherId":1398702,"projectId":7734523,"letterContent":"Okay, here's a draft for your letter:\r\n\r\nDear [Donor Name],\r\n\r\nOn behalf of the entire basketball program at Indian Creek Elemtary School, I would like to express our sincerest gratitude for your generous donation. Your contribution has made it possible for us to purchase brand-new equipment, which will significantly enhance our players' training and overall experience.\r\n\r\nYour support goes beyond just providing equipment; it invests in the growth and development of our student-athletes. With the new gear, our team can improve their skills, boost their confidence, and strive for excellence both on and off the court. We are incredibly excited about the positive impact your generosity will have on our program.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply thankful for your commitment to our school and our students. Your belief in our mission inspires us, and we are proud to have you as a partner. We look forward to sharing our successes with you and keeping you updated on our progress.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your extraordinary support.","fullyFundedDate":1695261961186,"projectUrl":"project/we-need-basketballs/7734523/","projectTitle":"We Need Basketballs","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Bendele","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1398702"},{"teacherId":1398702,"projectId":6398475,"letterContent":"Oh my goodness! I just can not believe it! This project is now completely funded thanks to the kindness of donors we have never met! My students and myself would like to thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the incredible kindness you have shown our school. It is simply amazing! We will use your kind gift across all grade levels Prek through 5th . We will use the equipment every single day. Thank you so much for your thoughtfulness. 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Indian Creek Elementary School is
an urban public school
in San Antonio, Texas that is part of Southwest Independent School District.
It serves 521 students
in grades Pre-K - 5 with a student/teacher ratio of 14.5:1.
Its teachers have had 1,013 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
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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.
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Last updated Dec 5, 2025
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Indian Creek Elementary School
$515,267
raised using DonorsChoose
1,013
projects
funded
50
teachers
funded
2,479
donors
45
projects
for
basic supplies
50
projects for
technology
126
projects for
books
46
projects
for
art supplies
Indian Creek Elementary School has received support from
1,212 individuals from Texas and
1,267 individuals out-of-state.