{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Riverwalk Academy","outOfStateSupporters":23.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8497378,"projectId":9258060,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping fund this project! My students absolutely love being able to work towards a reward. I pride myself in fostering a classroom environment that encourages students to work hard and be the best versions of themselves. At this age, they are still developing the skills they need to to be successful in their academic career and having an incentive is always beneficial to teaching these skills. \r\n\r\nI am excited to continue \"popping with positivity\" for years to come, all thanks to your support.","fullyFundedDate":1752351142078,"projectUrl":"project/popping-with-positivity/9258060/","projectTitle":"Popping With Positivity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hyleman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8497378_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716479287797","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8497378"},{"teacherId":2026232,"projectId":9462788,"letterContent":"I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for your generosity and support through your donation of Teachers Pay Teachers gift cards for my STEM and Gifted & Talented classroom. Your contribution has made a genuine difference in my students' learning experience and, in my ability, to bring high-quality, engaging lessons to life.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, I'm constantly seeking ways to make learning meaningful, creative, and challenging for my students. My STEM and GT learners thrive when they can explore ideas hands-on, think critically, and connect what they're learning to the real world. Thanks to your donation, I've been able to access high-quality TPT resources that have expanded our classroom toolkit beyond what traditional materials could offer.\r\n\r\nThese gift cards allowed me to purchase innovative STEM challenges, engineering design projects, critical thinking puzzles, and enrichment lessons that align with state standards while keeping students genuinely excited about learning. Whether my students are designing bridges to test structural strength, coding mini-robots, solving real-world math mysteries, or conducting experiments to explore the properties of materials, every activity has become more dynamic and student-centered because of your help.\r\n\r\nThe best part is seeing the excitement on my students' faces when they're engaged in these lessons. Their enthusiasm is contagious — from the student who proudly says, \"I didn't think I could do this, but I figured it out!\" to the one who starts brainstorming ways to improve their design after testing it. Those moments of discovery and perseverance are the heart of STEM learning, and your donation has made them possible.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for believing in educators and investing in classrooms like mine. Your kindness has directly impacted the quality of instruction and engagement in my STEM and GT program, and I'm truly grateful. You've given my students more than just materials — you've given them opportunities to explore, create, and grow as innovators and problem-solvers.","fullyFundedDate":1758458788117,"projectUrl":"project/tpt-for-gtstem-class/9462788/","projectTitle":"TPT for GT/STEM class","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Long","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2026232_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537216623659","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alyssa-long"},{"teacherId":2819336,"projectId":9380985,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our classroom! Because of your support, our learning space has been completely transformed into a cozy, flexible, and engaging environment. The bean bags you helped fund have become a favorite among the kids. Each week, they eagerly look forward to getting comfy in their \"special spots\" to read their stories of the week. It's become a highlight of their week and something they genuinely look forward to. The new carpet has also been a big hit. Students constantly mention how soft it is, and it has created a warm, welcoming space for group learning and independent work.\r\n\r\nIn addition to creating a more inviting classroom, your donation has allowed us to improve our learning tools and routines. The lined dry erase boards have made a noticeable difference in handwriting practice, especially for my kindergarten and first-grade students who are still developing those fine motor skills. The privacy folders are perfect for spelling checks, and the stickers? Let's just say they are a huge motivation! My students are obsessed! Even the decor pieces have helped create a more vibrant and comfortable learning environment. I used to be limited to my small group table for our entire 30-minute block, but now we have the flexibility to spread out and learn in ways that work best for each student. Thank you again for making such a meaningful impact in our classroom. You've truly helped us grow and thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1753869486160,"projectUrl":"project/a-cozy-classroom-for-growing-minds/9380985/","projectTitle":"A Cozy Classroom for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Christman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2819336_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1682958453275","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2819336"},{"teacherId":9754354,"projectId":9408178,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, the Joey Jump Boards have been an absolute hit with my students! These boards are perfect for practicing their catching skills in a fun, active way.\r\n\r\nThe moment my students saw the boards for the first time, their faces lit up with excitement. They couldn't wait to try them out, and the gym was quickly filled with laughter, giggles, and pure joy. What's even better is that while they see it as a super fun \"toy,\" they're actually working on important motor skills like timing, coordination, and spatial awareness, often without even realizing it!\r\n\r\nWe've been using the Joey Jump Boards throughout our throwing and catching unit, and they've been a game changer. Students challenge themselves by adjusting how hard they jump or where they aim the beanbags to change the direction and height of the toss. It keeps them fully engaged, focused, and eager to participate. From a classroom management perspective, it's also been incredibly helpful. I'm able to move around and support different students while the rest of the class is actively involved and practicing independently.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we'll continue using the boards not just during our current unit but also as part of review stations in future lessons. They're versatile, durable, and by far one of my favorite pieces of equipment I've ever used in the gym.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping bring so much energy, engagement, and skill-building into our PE program. My students and I are beyond grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1751149834259,"projectUrl":"project/catch-it-if-you-can/9408178/","projectTitle":"Catch It If You Can!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9754354_orig.png?crop=400,400,x0,y38&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733420060147","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9754354"},{"teacherId":9073795,"projectId":9388081,"letterContent":"Thank you once again for spending your hard-earned money to support my 1st grade classroom! It is beyond appreciated! My students are so lucky to have your support in aiding them as they learn to write this year. \r\n\r\nMany of the materials you helped to provide are for daily use; pencil grips to help students form correct writing habits. Additionally, the specialized writing paper takes the guesswork out of where to start their sentences, as it is marked for them! That can be such a hurdle for students who struggle with perception and alignment in that area. The small pencils also assist with correct formation for students who the grips aren't best for. I'm thankful to have options as every student and every need is unique!\r\n\r\nI am also so excited to have a fun reward to celebrate students who utilize \"1st grade superstar\" formation, grip, and writing skills as the year goes on. The fun pencils will be perfect for that, and will also help motivate students who haven't reached that achievement yet! \r\n\r\nI am so hopeful to see how these tools positively impact my students' writing this year! Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1748907875557,"projectUrl":"project/1st-grade-is-just-write/9388081/","projectTitle":"1st Grade is \"Just Write!\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bowman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9073795_orig.jpg?crop=558,558,x977,y302&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686613265672","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-bowman1"},{"teacherId":2026232,"projectId":9378960,"letterContent":"I am so incredibly grateful for your generous donation to our DonorsChoose project! Thanks to your support, our classroom has received much-needed Social Emotional Learning (SEL) books and materials that will make a lasting difference in the lives of our students.\r\n\r\nIn today's world, teaching young learners how to understand and manage their emotions, build positive relationships, and develop empathy is more important than ever. These SEL resources help us create a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment where every student feels seen, heard, and valued.\r\n\r\nThe students are already excited to explore the new books and materials, and I'm thrilled to share these tools with other staff members in our school as well. These resources will benefit not only my class but many others, helping us foster a school-wide culture of kindness, resilience, and emotional well-being.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for investing in our students' growth, not just academically, but socially and emotionally too. Your generosity means more than words can express.","fullyFundedDate":1751149834301,"projectUrl":"project/sel-pd-for-rwa/9378960/","projectTitle":"SEL PD for RWA","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Long","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2026232_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537216623659","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alyssa-long"},{"teacherId":2026232,"projectId":9325245,"letterContent":"I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous contribution toward our Teachers Pay Teachers gift card! Your support has made a meaningful impact in my STEM classroom, allowing me to purchase high-quality, engaging resources that bring science, technology, engineering, and math to life for my students.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, I've been able to access creative lesson plans, hands-on activities, and challenging projects that spark curiosity and help students build real-world skills. Your donation isn't just a gift card, it's an investment in their learning, confidence, and future.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping me create a classroom where innovation, exploration, and critical thinking thrive. My students and I are truly grateful!\r\n\r\nWith appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1748186276335,"projectUrl":"project/tpt-resources-for-stem/9325245/","projectTitle":"TPT Resources for STEM","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Long","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2026232_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537216623659","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alyssa-long"},{"teacherId":8497378,"projectId":9241880,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your donations! We were able to successfully read 3 books in the Mercy Watson series, thanks to your donation and the help of our school. We worked on improving our writing, spelling, comprehension skills, and fluency by reading these stories. Mercy Watson also gave us quite a few laughs in between!\r\n\r\nWe used book club as a time to reading independently, as a group, and with a partner. To celebrate the end of book club for the year, we held a morning tea party and ate all of Mercy Watson's favorite foods...which is just hot buttered toast!!!!","fullyFundedDate":1744245309659,"projectUrl":"project/book-club-chronicles/9241880/","projectTitle":"Book Club Chronicles","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hyleman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8497378_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716479287797","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8497378"},{"teacherId":2026232,"projectId":9228191,"letterContent":"I want to extend my deepest thanks to each of you for supporting my DonorsChoose project. Because of your generosity, our classroom now has a wonderful collection of books and games designed to help my elementary students build essential social-emotional skills.\r\n\r\nThese materials are already making a difference. The books are helping students see themselves in stories, understand their emotions, and develop empathy for others. The games are creating opportunities for teamwork, self-regulation, and communication—all through play and positive interaction.\r\n\r\nYour support is helping me create a classroom environment where students not only grow academically but also learn how to navigate their emotions, build healthy relationships, and feel safe expressing themselves. These are lessons that will stay with them far beyond this school year.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the importance of social-emotional learning and for being a part of my students' journey. We are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1746492037432,"projectUrl":"project/sel-books-for-kids/9228191/","projectTitle":"Sel Books for Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Long","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2026232_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537216623659","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alyssa-long"},{"teacherId":2026232,"projectId":9178194,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my DonorsChoose project! Because of your kindness, our elementary STEM class now has a Teachers Pay Teachers gift card that will help bring exciting, hands-on learning resources into our classroom.\r\n\r\nWith your help, I can access high-quality, creative lessons and materials that spark curiosity and make science, technology, engineering, and math come alive for my students. These resources are already helping me tailor instruction to meet their needs and keep them engaged and inspired every day.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your generosity and belief in the power of education. Your support is making a real difference—and we can't thank you enough!","fullyFundedDate":1746579411859,"projectUrl":"project/tpt-for-stem/9178194/","projectTitle":"TPT for STEM!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Long","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2026232_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537216623659","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alyssa-long"},{"teacherId":9347973,"projectId":8803660,"letterContent":"On behalf of Riverwalk Academy, I would like to extend our deepest gratitude for your generous donation, which made it possible for us to purchase a punching bag for our students. Your support has had a meaningful impact on our school community, and we are truly thankful.\r\n\r\nThe addition of the punching bag has provided our students with a healthy and constructive outlet for managing both their physical energy and emotional stress. In today's fast-paced and often challenging world, many students face emotional struggles that they are still learning to express and manage. This equipment has quickly become a valuable tool in helping them channel their feelings in a positive way.\r\n\r\nWe've seen firsthand how something as simple as a punching bag can make a real difference. Students are using it not only as part of their physical education but also as a coping mechanism during moments of frustration or anxiety. It's helping them build resilience, emotional regulation, and even confidence—all while promoting physical fitness.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the importance of supporting the whole student—body and mind. Your donation has contributed to a more supportive, healthy, and empowered learning environment. We are incredibly grateful for your kindness and commitment to student well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1727028866828,"projectUrl":"project/boxing-out-frustration/8803660/","projectTitle":"Boxing Out Frustration","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Douglas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9347973_orig.jpg?crop=2048,2048,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698866252279","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/riverwalkartsclub"},{"teacherId":2026232,"projectId":9041886,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous contribution to my STEM class through my Donors Choose project. Your donation of magnetic blocks and materials will provide my students with hands-on learning experiences that are both fun and educational. These resources will inspire creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking as they explore and build in exciting new ways. \r\nYour support is making a real difference in my students' education, and we are so grateful for your generosity. Thank you again for helping to spark curiosity and a love of learning in my classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1742943327403,"projectUrl":"project/magnetic-blocks-for-stem/9041886/","projectTitle":"Magnetic Blocks for STEM","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Long","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2026232_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537216623659","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alyssa-long"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_107042","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":755,"numTeachers":52,"percentFrplEligible":21,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":11,"percentWhite":75,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":6,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"14.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":76.4,"schoolId":107042,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Riverwalk Academy on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Riverwalk Academy","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/south-carolina/south-carolina-public-charter-school-district/riverwalk-academy/107042"}