{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Walnut Creek Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":20.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9014687,"projectId":9522720,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students and I are using the new stools, whiteboards and classroom carpet every single day. The stools have transformed our round table into a collaboration space where students work in small groups, discuss ideas, and learn from each other during lessons and centers. The whiteboards are a favorite during whole group instruction students love solving problems on their board and explaining their thinking. The lamination sheets have helped create reusable learning materials where students can practice skills again and again.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new materials, they were very excited. The classroom carpet quickly became their favourite part of the class. Any chance they get whether it's for games, computer activities, or lessons they want to be at the carpet. It has created a comfortable, welcoming space where students feel relaxed and eager to participate. The whiteboards also caused enthusiasm, especially during math, because students enjoy being active and hands-on while solving problems as a whole group.\r\n\r\nBecause of these resources, our next steps include deeper collaboration and more interactive lessons. Students will be building problem solving and communication skills by working together on math and reading activities at the round table and carpet. We will continue using the whiteboards for modeling thinking and peer discussions, helping students grow more confident in sharing their ideas. Your support has truly changed our classroom environment and made learning more engaging, inclusive, and joyful for every student.","fullyFundedDate":1759083808720,"projectUrl":"project/spaces-for-a-successful-class/9522720/","projectTitle":"Spaces for a Successful Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9014687_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753998628432","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9014687"},{"teacherId":10258066,"projectId":9710088,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, the new resources are being used daily in our counseling office to support students' emotional well-being. Students use the space to take breaks, regulate their emotions, and express their feelings in healthy ways. One meaningful moment was seeing a student who was feeling overwhelmed choose to come into the office, use the calming materials, and leave feeling more relaxed and ready to return to class. The resources have truly transformed the office into a supportive and safe environment.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new materials, their reactions were filled with excitement and relief. Many immediately commented on how comfortable and welcoming the space felt. Students were eager to explore the calming tools, sensory items, and seating options, and several shared that they finally had a place where they felt understood and safe. For many of them, knowing this space exists has made a big difference in how they manage stress throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, the next steps for students include continuing to use the counseling office as a safe place to build emotional awareness and coping skills. We are working on lessons and individual check-ins that focus on identifying feelings, practicing self-regulation strategies, and learning how to advocate for their needs. Your donations have made it possible to create a space where students feel comfortable expressing themselves, taking a break when needed, and returning to class ready to learn. The impact of your generosity will be felt long after this year.","fullyFundedDate":1758636735419,"projectUrl":"project/where-the-heart-listens-a-cozy-counseli/9710088/","projectTitle":"Where the Heart Listens: A Cozy Counseling Corner for Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jimenez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10258066_orig.jpg?crop=1824,1824,x614,y1290&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757690273864","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10258066"},{"teacherId":3079105,"projectId":9256240,"letterContent":"On behalf of our entire school community, I'm extending my sincere gratitude for your generous donation of Rubik's Cubes for our library. Your support provides our students with engaging, hands-on tools that strengthen problem-solving, spatial reasoning, perseverance, and creativity.\r\n\r\nThanks to your contribution, our library is better equipped to inspire curiosity and joyful learning. I am are truly grateful for your partnership and for investing in our students' growth.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and commitment to our school.","fullyFundedDate":1752170752254,"projectUrl":"project/puzzling-our-way-to-critical-thinking-an/9256240/","projectTitle":"Puzzling Our Way to Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stephens","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3079105_orig.jpg?crop=1823,1823,x428,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700936078120","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/stephens-m-heather"},{"teacherId":3079105,"projectId":9283276,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing books to our library that will allow our students, staff, and counselor to focus on character development and will help us continue to emphasize the Neuro Sequential Model at our school. Although our school district is fortunate to have the Character Strong program, we previously did not have any of the recommended books to use as resources for these powerful lessons. Due to your generosity, students and teachers are now able to check out books from the school library that reinforce the skills being developed in the classrooms. Our students will now be able to read books about kindness, respect, cooperation, responsibility, courage, perseverance, creativity, empathy, gratitude, and honesty! Additionally, our counselor has a deeper well of resources to use for her impactful lessons. Our school district is facing unprecedented budget challenges, and there is truly no way I could have brought these books to our library without your support. Again, thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1746552015566,"projectUrl":"project/regulate-relate-and-reason-by-reading/9283276/","projectTitle":"Regulate, Relate, and Reason by Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stephens","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3079105_orig.jpg?crop=1823,1823,x428,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700936078120","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/stephens-m-heather"},{"teacherId":3079105,"projectId":9249750,"letterContent":"Thank you for bringing the Mathical Prize Books to our school library! These award-winning books teach students that math is more than numbers and equations and help inspire children of all ages to see math in the world around them. These books will also serve as an additional resource for teachers as they seek to provide new perspectives on math and integrate mathematical thinking throughout other subjects areas and periods of the school day. We are excited to feature them in a dedicated year-round display in the library and highlight them throughout the year.\r\n\r\nIn a time when our students are struggling with math achievement and with our district facing an unprecedented budget deficit, there is truly no other way we could have brought these books to our students this year. Thank you so much for your generous support!","fullyFundedDate":1745424726851,"projectUrl":"project/zeroing-in-on-the-best-math-books/9249750/","projectTitle":"Zeroing in on the BEST math books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stephens","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3079105_orig.jpg?crop=1823,1823,x428,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700936078120","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/stephens-m-heather"},{"teacherId":9476770,"projectId":9259682,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making Waves of Calm possible! When the materials arrived, the kids were amazed—touching the lights, exploring the emotion cards, and saying things like \"this helps me feel calm.\"\r\n\r\nWe've been using everything daily to talk about how we feel and learn ways to manage our emotions. One special moment was when a student asked to go to the calm corner on their own—it was a big step!\r\n\r\nRight now, we're working on recognizing our feelings as a group and sharing strategies that help us. Thank you for helping us create a calmer, safer space to grow and learn.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1746786916336,"projectUrl":"project/waves-of-calm-learning-emotions-with-li/9259682/","projectTitle":"Waves of Calm: Learning Emotions with Light and Love","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gil Maia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9476770_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y211&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723828064940","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9476770"},{"teacherId":9163495,"projectId":9218387,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing the joy of board games into our classroom! The students were thrilled when they saw the colorful boxes and couldn't believe they were part of our learning. These games have quickly become a favorite part of our routine, helping us practice teamwork, critical thinking, and communication in fun, meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nOne memorable moment was during a literacy activity where students used a storytelling game to build creative plots and characters. Even our shyest students joined in with excitement! Next, we plan to design our own educational board games, combining what we've learned in class with our creativity.\r\n\r\nYour support has made a lasting impact—thank you for making learning so engaging!","fullyFundedDate":1745846940861,"projectUrl":"project/game-on-board-games-for-creative-classr/9218387/","projectTitle":"Game On: Board Games for Creative Classrooms","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. CANDANEDO","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9163495_orig.jpg?crop=643,643,x0,y135&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695584930779","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9163495"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_17168","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":542,"numTeachers":44,"percentFrplEligible":84,"percentAsian":5,"percentBlack":5,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":81,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":79.5,"schoolId":17168,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Walnut Creek Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Walnut Creek Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/austin-independent-school-district/walnut-creek-elementary-school/17168"}