{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Clear Creek Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":28.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8560421,"projectId":9405989,"letterContent":"Your amazing support for our \"Kindergarten Playtime Palooza: Supercharging Recess with Awesome Equipment!\" project has turned recess into a vibrant adventure for my 24 PreK-2 students at Clear Creek Elementary School in Charlotte, NC! The new catch-a-ball sets, jump ropes, and platform stilts have transformed our playground into a hub of laughter and activity. We've been using the equipment during our daily 20-minute recess to create structured play stations. For example, in our \"Catch and Connect\" game, small groups of four students pair up with the catch-a-ball sets, tossing and catching while practicing teamwork and counting each successful catch. One unforgettable moment was when a shy kindergartner, who usually sticks to the swings, tried the stilts for the first time. With a huge smile, he wobbled across the playground, shouting, \"I'm a giant!\" as his classmates cheered him on. Your gift has made recess a place where every child can shine, building confidence and social skills through play.\r\nWhen the equipment arrived, the kids could hardly contain their excitement! I brought the boxes out to the playground, and as we unpacked the colorful jump ropes and catch-a-ball sets, the air filled with squeals and \"Can I try first?\" A first-grader grabbed a blue jump rope, twirling it like a lasso before attempting her first jump, giggling, \"It's so bouncy!\" Another group swarmed the stilts, taking turns balancing and laughing as they wobbled together. The joy was infectious, and even our quieter students joined in, drawn by the bright colors and new possibilities. These tools have made recess a highlight of the day, encouraging even the most hesitant kids to dive into active play and make new friends.\r\nMoving forward, we're launching a \"Playtime Champions\" challenge next week, where students will rotate through stations using the new equipment to build a \"Recess Olympics\" inspired by our current unit on teamwork and movement. They'll track their jumps, catches, and stilt steps in small teams, tying in math skills by graphing their progress on a classroom chart. This will lead into our science unit on motion, where we'll explore how the body moves using the jump ropes and stilts as real-world examples. Your generosity has given us more than equipment—it's sparked creativity, physical health, and joyful connections that will carry through the school year. Thank you for making our playground a place where every child can leap, laugh, and learn!","fullyFundedDate":1758221585839,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-playtime-palooza-superchar/9405989/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Playtime Palooza: Supercharging Recess with Awesome Equipment!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Timosa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8560421"},{"teacherId":8560421,"projectId":9355774,"letterContent":"Your incredible generosity has brought our \"Wobble and Learn: Flexible Seating for Focused Minds\" project to life at Clear Creek Elementary School in Charlotte, NC! Thanks to you, our PreK-2 classroom now has five vibrant wobble stools in cyan, blue, lime green, red, and light purple, transforming our small group table into a dynamic learning hub for my 24 students. We're using these stools daily during small group instruction, where groups of four to six students work on literacy and math skills. The stools allow them to wiggle and move naturally, which has been a game-changer for focus and engagement. A standout moment was during a recent phonics lesson on blending sounds for \"The Kissing Hand.\" One first-grader, who often fidgets, sat on the red wobble stool, gently swaying as he sounded out \"h-a-n-d\" with a huge grin, saying, \"This chair helps my brain think better!\" The stools have created an inclusive space where every child feels comfortable and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nWhen the wobble stools arrived, the excitement in our classroom was contagious! I introduced them during morning circle, and the kids gasped, rushing to try them out. A preschooler hopped onto the lime green stool, wobbling with a giggle, and shouted, \"It's like a bouncy castle chair!\" Another student, usually reserved, claimed the cyan stool and spent the entire reading session swaying happily while following along with a story. Their joy was palpable, and they've since taken turns choosing their favorite colors, fostering a sense of ownership and excitement for group work. The stools' movement has especially helped our more active learners stay engaged, making lessons feel like a fun adventure rather than a chore.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we're incorporating the wobble stools into our \"Math Movers\" unit, where next week students will use them during small group activities to explore number patterns with manipulatives from our newly organized cube shelf (another donor-funded win!). They'll wobble while sorting counters into groups of ten, reinforcing counting skills in a hands-on way. The stools will also support our upcoming writing workshop, where students will draft their own short stories, moving comfortably as they share ideas in pairs. Your support has given us more than seating—it's given my students the freedom to learn in a way that suits their energy and sparks their creativity. Thank you for making our classroom a place where focused minds can wobble and thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1757541308385,"projectUrl":"project/wobble-and-learn-flexible-seating-for-f/9355774/","projectTitle":"Wobble and Learn: Flexible Seating for Focused Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Timosa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8560421"},{"teacherId":8560421,"projectId":9105254,"letterContent":"Your incredible support for our \"Organizing Our Learning: a Cube Shelf for Center Materials\" project has transformed our classroom at Clear Creek Elementary School in Charlotte, NC! The new 8-cube storage shelf and fabric bins have brought order to our bustling PreK-2 classroom, making our hands-on learning centers a dream to navigate for my 24 students. We've been using the shelf to neatly organize our manipulatives—building blocks, puzzles, art supplies, and math counters—each in its own labeled bin. During our math center time, we now run a \"Sorting Superstars\" activity where small groups of four to five students rotate through stations, grabbing bins to sort shapes or count beads without the usual scramble. One unforgettable moment was when a kindergartner, who used to shy away from centers due to the mess, proudly pulled out the labeled \"Pattern Blocks\" bin and led his group in creating a colorful geometric design, exclaiming, \"I found it so fast!\" The shelf has turned chaos into confidence, giving every child easy access to explore and learn.\r\n\r\nWhen the shelf and bins arrived, the kids' reactions were pure joy! I set up the shelf before school, and as they walked in, their eyes lit up at the sight of the tidy, colorful bins. A first-grader shouted, \"It's like a toy store!\" and immediately began inspecting each bin's label, while others raced to test the setup by pulling out and returning materials. The excitement peaked when a preschooler discovered the puzzle bin, yelling, \"No more digging!\" as she slid it back perfectly into place. Their enthusiasm for an organized space was heartwarming, and it's clear they feel a sense of ownership over their new system. The clarity of the setup has even encouraged quieter students to participate more, knowing exactly where to find and return their tools.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we're launching a \"Center Explorers\" project to build on this organization. Next week, we'll introduce a literacy center where students will use the bins to store magnetic letters and word cards for building sight words from our current read-aloud, \"The Kissing Hand.\" They'll rotate through stations, creating mini-stories in groups of three, then neatly pack away materials to keep the momentum going. This organized setup will also support our upcoming math unit on counting and patterns, where students will use the bins to access manipulatives for hands-on practice. Your generosity has given us more than storage—it's given my students the freedom to focus, create, and grow. Thank you for making our classroom a place where learning thrives!","fullyFundedDate":1745846949596,"projectUrl":"project/organizing-our-learning-a-cube-shelf-fo/9105254/","projectTitle":"Organizing Our Learning: a Cube Shelf for Center Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Timosa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8560421"},{"teacherId":8560421,"projectId":9103614,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\nThank you from the bottom of my heart for making \"Reading Rocks! & Cozy Chairs for Budding Bookworms\" a reality! Your generosity has truly lit up our classroom at Clear Creek Elementary, turning everyday phonics practice into something magical for my 24 PreK-2 little learners. We're using the light-up stepping stones in our daily word-building circles, where each child takes a turn stepping on a stone as they blend sounds into words—like \"c-a-t\" lighting up with a satisfying glow. It's become our favorite \"Phonics Pathway Adventure,\" complete with cheers and high-fives, and the cozy scoop rocker chairs have transformed our library corner into a snuggle spot where kids lose themselves in stories for up to 20 minutes at a time. One memorable moment was during our first group read-aloud of \"The Very Hungry Caterpillar\"—a group of four kindergartners piled into the rockers, giggling as they rocked in sync to the rhythm of the pages, their eyes wide with wonder. It's these small joys that remind me why I teach.\r\nWhen the materials arrived, the excitement was electric! I unveiled the stepping stones during morning meeting, and the room erupted in \"Oohs!\" and \"What's that?\" as I plugged them in and demonstrated a quick \"s-u-n.\" One shy first-grader, who usually hesitates to participate, jumped up first, her face beaming as the lights flashed under her sneakers—she shouted, \"It's like magic stairs to words!\" The chairs got just as much love; a cluster of preschoolers immediately claimed them, pretending they were pirate ships on a reading voyage. Their pure delight and eager questions made my heart swell—it was clear these tools weren't just items, but gateways to confidence and curiosity.\r\nLooking ahead, we're diving deeper into our \"Story Steppers\" unit, where next week we'll create personalized phonics paths on the floor using the stones to map out sight words from our latest class book, \"Chicka Chicka Boom Boom.\" After mastering blends, the kids will rotate through the rockers to illustrate their own alphabet trees, blending movement with creativity. Your support has sparked this momentum, and I can't wait to see how it grows their love for literacy. Thank you again—you've given us more than resources; you've given us wings to soar through stories.\r\nWith deepest gratitude,\r\nMs. Timosa\r\nClear Creek Elementary School\r\nCharlotte, NC","fullyFundedDate":1743073982044,"projectUrl":"project/reading-rocks-cozy-chairs-for-budding/9103614/","projectTitle":"Reading Rocks! & Cozy Chairs for Budding Bookworms","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Timosa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8560421"},{"teacherId":9283946,"projectId":9054399,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our speech therapy room. The new games and auditory feedback tubes have brought so much excitement and value to our sessions. My students, especially the younger ones, were eager to explore the new materials. One child who had never spoken spontaneously before began using expressive language while playing with the train set. It was a major breakthrough and a joyful moment for both of us. The auditory feedback tubes have also been incredibly helpful in allowing students to hear their own sound production. This has increased their ability to recognize correct versus incorrect speech sounds and boosted their confidence. These tools have supported important growth in self awareness, speech perception, and communication skills. Your generosity has made a lasting impact and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1739569728522,"projectUrl":"project/communication-station/9054399/","projectTitle":"Communication Station","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Peters' Speech Therapy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9283946_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695056010160","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ccspeechtherapy"},{"teacherId":9283946,"projectId":8713185,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous donation. These simple yet essential supplies make a huge difference in our therapy room experience.\r\n\r\nThe facial tissues are extremely essential during cold/ flu and allergy season as the student have runny noses. The Clorox wipes ensure that our learning space remains clean and safe, something we truly appreciate in a busy therapy room! The laminating sheets have been a game-changer for creating durable, reusable learning materials, allowing students to engage with hands-on activities that support their speech and language development.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and support mean the world to us. Thank you for investing in our students' success and well-being!","fullyFundedDate":1735246342401,"projectUrl":"project/curb-the-germs-create-the-visuals/8713185/","projectTitle":"Curb the Germs, Create the Visuals","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Peters' Speech Therapy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9283946_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695056010160","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ccspeechtherapy"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_1579","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":427,"numTeachers":33,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":34,"percentWhite":20,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":34,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":71.2,"schoolId":1579,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Clear Creek Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Clear Creek Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/north-carolina/charlotte-mecklenburg-school-district/clear-creek-elementary-school/1579"}