{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Reedy Creek Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":35.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10164263,"projectId":9564558,"letterContent":"Our students have absolutely enjoyed using the new resources. We have been using the sand tables for our intentional teaching moments portion of the day. For example, One of our intentional teaching cards is called \"Dig It\". During this lesson students are asked to \"dig\" and find items in the sand table. This lesson reinforces their fine motor skills and allows them to actively engage in searching for specific items in the sand. \r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials they were surprised. They were so excited to use them especially since we didn't have anything in our sand table at all. Sadly, we were using it as a lunchbox holder. After the materials arrived, the sand table became a \"hot commodity\" during center time. All of them wanted to be at the sand table. I actually had to set timers and make them take turns so each student had a chance to play. They loved making cookies with the play foam sand. It quickly became a favorite for both the students and myself. I loved it because they were having fun and learning their letters at the same time. Thank you so much for making our sand table makeover dreams come true!! Because of you, my students can finally enjoy their sand table.","fullyFundedDate":1758202829989,"projectUrl":"project/sand-table-makeover/9564558/","projectTitle":"Sand Table Makeover","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Washington","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10164263_orig.jpg?crop=1845,1845,x100,y424&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758320675993","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10164263"},{"teacherId":1569825,"projectId":9749720,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our classroom hydration project. Your generosity has already made a meaningful difference for my students.\r\nSince I introduced the assortment of natural, low‑calorie flavored water packets at my classroom water bottle station, students are drinking more water throughout the day. A recent moment that stands out: during a hands‑on STEM challenge, I noticed a group who usually drifts off‑task stay focused for the entire 40‑minute session. Several students later told me the flavored water helped them feel refreshed and alert. We've also started short, student‑led mini‑experiments comparing how hydration affects concentration and reaction time, which turned into lively discussions about the science of the body, data collection, and responsible use of reusable bottles.\r\nThe students were excited when they first saw the new materials. Many immediately refilled their bottles and asked thoughtful questions about ingredients and healthy choices. That curiosity led directly into our lessons: we used the packets as a springboard to teach the biology of hydration, how the body uses water during learning, and how small behavior changes support long‑term wellness. The flavored options have made it easier for students who typically avoid plain water to choose a healthier drink instead of sugary alternatives.\r\nI will continue integrating hydration science into our STEM curriculum by designing simple experiments, tracking class water consumption data, and having students analyze and present their findings. I will use their feedback to refine which flavors I offer and to reinforce lessons about nutrition, habit formation, and environmental responsibility with reusable bottles. Over time I expect to see sustained improvements in focus, energy during lessons, and student ownership of healthy habits.\r\nI am deeply grateful for your support. Your gift not only provided a practical resource but also sparked student engagement, scientific inquiry, and better classroom wellness. Thank you for investing in my students' health and learning.","fullyFundedDate":1758997265726,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-student-hydration-and-engageme/9749720/","projectTitle":"Enhancing Student Hydration and Engagement Through Flavored Water Options","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hyman-Collins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1569825_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1474102824809","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hyman-collins"},{"teacherId":1569825,"projectId":9579627,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my DonorsChoose project to bring indoor recess games and popcorn bowls to our classroom. \r\nBecause of your kindness, energetic, curious, and creative children from my low‑income community will have more chances to play, connect, and practice teamwork and problem‑solving even when the weather keeps us indoors. The new board games, puzzles, building sets, and cozy popcorn bowls will transform rainy days into joyful, skill‑building moments that help students recharge and return to learning ready to succeed.\r\nI am deeply grateful for your support and belief in our classroom. Thank you for helping create brighter, happier days for my students. Your gift truly matters.","fullyFundedDate":1758312568233,"projectUrl":"project/pop-pop-indoor-recess-games-for-grow/9579627/","projectTitle":"POP, POP... Indoor Recess Games for Growing Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hyman-Collins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1569825_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1474102824809","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hyman-collins"},{"teacherId":115103,"projectId":9637694,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in funding the digital tool, Book Creator, for my classroom! Because of your kindness, my multilingual learners now have access to a powerful digital platform that helps them to develop their writing, strengthen their oral language, and creatively demonstrate what they know and what they have learned academically and linguistically.\r\n My multilingual learner scholars are thrilled with Book Creator! They have already begun writing and publishing their own poems and stories, revising their work with pride, and bringing their ideas to life with images and illustrations. Students who once dreaded writing are now genuinely excited to write because Book Creator has transformed the process into something fun and creative! Some students have even created a bilingual book in English and in Spanish to share with their families! One of the favorite features of my multilingual scholars is the ability to record their voices after completing their writing. They love hearing themselves read, tracking their improvement, and building their reading fluency with every new project! Watching their digital portfolios grow over time has given them a sense of ownership and excitement about their learning that is truly inspiring. \r\n For multilingual learners especially, this tool has opened doors. It supports their English language development in meaningful, engaging ways and gives them opportunities to express themselves with confidence. The joy they feel as they create, record, and share their work is a direct result of your generosity.\r\n Thank you for believing in my students and for investing in their language and literacy growth. Your support is making a real and lasting difference in their educational journey, and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1758220759972,"projectUrl":"project/from-language-to-literacy-empowering-mu/9637694/","projectTitle":"From Language to Literacy: Empowering Multilingual Learners Through Digital Storytelling","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bourguignon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp115103_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1473359567645","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/camille-bourguignon"},{"teacherId":10099080,"projectId":9511646,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in bringing flexible seating to our Kindergarten classroom! Your contribution has truly transformed our learning environment. The new seating options have created an atmosphere of excitement and ownership among my students. They eagerly look forward to discovering where they'll sit each week. During the second week of having our flexible seating, my students have been empowered to make responsible choices, encouraged to be independent, and engaged in their daily learning from their weekly seating rotations. It has also fostered a strong sense of community, as students learn to respect each other's preferences and adapt to different seating arrangements.\r\nThe variety of flexible seating choices of wobbly seats, floor cushions, stools, lap desks, and yoga donut chairs have been especially beneficial for developing both focus and physical strength. My kindergarteners are learning how to regulate their bodies and maintain attention during independent work while strengthening their core muscles in a fun, natural way. I have seen an increase in stamina and self-regulation, particularly in literacy and math centers, where they are now able to stay on task longer and feel comfortable taking ownership of their learning space.\r\nFor my exceptional children (EC) students, the impact has been even more meaningful. The opportunity for subtle movement while seated has supported their sensory and attention needs, helping them stay calm, engaged, and included in every learning activity. It has been incredible to watch all of my kindergarteners thrive in a classroom that adapts to them rather than the other way around. Your kindness and generosity have helped me create a space where every child feels confident, comfortable, and ready to learn. Thank you for making such a lasting difference in our classroom community!","fullyFundedDate":1754116173995,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-focused-and-engaged/9511646/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for Focused and Engaged Kindergarteners","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Balanag","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10099080_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753816224036","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10099080"},{"teacherId":8312776,"projectId":9425398,"letterContent":"Our students are so excited about the possibilities this new filament brings to our art and design projects. Although we have not used it yet, they have been eagerly learning about how 3D printing can turn their digital ideas into real, tangible creations. The technology helps students understand the full creative process from concept to construction while building patience, problem solving, and design thinking skills. Several students have already begun sketching and modeling ideas they cannot wait to bring to life once we start printing. This project has sparked excitement, curiosity, and confidence in the power of technology and art combined.","fullyFundedDate":1754331157703,"projectUrl":"project/light-up-the-night-3d-printed-student-a/9425398/","projectTitle":"Light Up the Night: 3D Printed Student Art","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8312776_orig.jpg?crop=925,925,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710877401252","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8312776"},{"teacherId":1575004,"projectId":9239510,"letterContent":"I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of 200 books to our 2nd- and 3rd-grade students. Your support has made a truly meaningful difference in our classrooms and in the lives of our young readers.\r\n\r\nSince receiving the books, our students have shown an increased excitement for reading. Many have discovered new favorite authors and genres, and it has been inspiring to see their curiosity and confidence grow with every page they turn. The new titles have transformed our classroom libraries into vibrant reading spaces where students eagerly explore stories during independent reading time and share their discoveries with classmates.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, especially those who have limited access to books at home, your donation has opened doors to new worlds and ideas. These books have not only strengthened reading fluency and comprehension but have also fostered a deeper love of learning.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made it possible for every child to feel included, inspired, and supported in their literacy journey. On behalf of my students, their families, and our school community, thank you for investing in their future. The impact of your kindness will continue to grow with every book read and every imagination sparked.","fullyFundedDate":1746787398620,"projectUrl":"project/we-need-books-can-you-help-us-meet-our/9239510/","projectTitle":"We Need Books! Can You Help Us Meet Our Goal?","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Noble","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1575004_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1666277968961","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1575004"},{"teacherId":3733952,"projectId":9628642,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kind donation to our \"Sweet Treats for Scientists\" project! When the boxes of candy arrived, my students were so happy and excited. Their faces lit up with big smiles, and they couldn't stop talking about all the sweet treats.\r\nI use the candy as rewards to help encourage my students to do their best in science. They earn treats for working hard during class, joining class discussions, and trying their best on tests. Since I started using the treats, I've noticed that more students are raising their hands, participating, and really trying to learn. Their test scores are getting better too!\r\n\r\nYour support has made our classroom a more fun and exciting place to learn. Thank you for helping us grow and enjoy science even more!","fullyFundedDate":1758220890619,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-treats-for-science-stars/9628642/","projectTitle":"Sweet Treats for Science Stars!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3733952"},{"teacherId":1569825,"projectId":9500187,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible support through the electric bike grant. The new electric bikes have brought remarkable excitement and energy to our classroom and school community. My students are using them not only as a fun way to explore but also as a hands-on learning tool for STEM concepts like mechanics, energy efficiency, and sustainable transportation. One memorable moment was when students worked together to measure and calculate the distance and speed during a bike challenge, applying real-world math and science skills right outside our classroom.\r\nWhen the electric bikes arrived, the students' faces lit up with enthusiasm and curiosity. They couldn't wait to take turns and learn how these innovative bikes work. Your generosity gave them a unique opportunity to engage with technology in a tangible way, boosting their confidence and interest in engineering. As I move forward, students are preparing to research and present projects on renewable energy and eco-friendly transportation, using their firsthand experience with the bikes as inspiration. Your support has truly opened doors for deeper learning and lasting impact. I am so grateful to have you along on this journey with us.","fullyFundedDate":1755712587144,"projectUrl":"project/pedaling-toward-success/9500187/","projectTitle":"Pedaling Toward Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hyman-Collins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1569825_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1474102824809","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hyman-collins"},{"teacherId":9636639,"projectId":9267282,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has transformed into a mini universe of discovery! The Solar System materials you helped fund gave our students hands-on, engaging experiences they'll never forget. One of the biggest hits was our galaxy slime experiment. Students mixed glue, glitter, and safe activators to create beautiful swirls representing nebulae and galaxies. While they had fun, they also learned about matter, chemical reactions, and the formation of space dust turning a sensory activity into a science-rich moment.\r\n\r\nThe excitement was undeniable when the materials first arrived. Eyes lit up, hands shot into the air with ideas, and students immediately began imagining planets, orbits, and constellations they wanted to explore. The 3D planet models and solar system kits have helped us visualize planetary orbits, size comparisons, and even gravitational pull. Students have been working in small STEAM groups to build mini models and present fun facts about each planet to their classmates.\r\n\r\nOur next steps include building a classroom \"space station\" display and having students write their own travel brochures as if they were visiting each planet. Your donation helped bring science off the page and into their hands. Thank you for helping my students explore the cosmos with curiosity, joy, and confidence!","fullyFundedDate":1746699587449,"projectUrl":"project/fun-galaxy-experience/9267282/","projectTitle":"Fun Galaxy Experience","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chanel Hunter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9636639_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741733260098","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9636639"},{"teacherId":29214,"projectId":9281869,"letterContent":"We are so overjoyed and appreciative for your unwavering support of the students and I. The students get excited when we receive items to help with our success and to help keep out space tidy. \r\n\r\nReceiving the donations were a great boost to help end the school year in a mighty way.\r\n\r\nThe students really enjoy being recognized and rewarded with stickers, snacks, etc. It makes them work twice as hard.\r\n\r\nAgain, the students are more than grateful that you have invested in their learning, and helping me to celebrate them.\r\n\r\nAnd for that we say, thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1747152777632,"projectUrl":"project/spring-cleaning-and-celebrating/9281869/","projectTitle":"Spring Cleaning and Celebrating","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smalls","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp29214_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1454524545286","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lameka-smalls"},{"teacherId":115103,"projectId":9202453,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of stickers for our multilingual learner classroom!! Your gift has already brought so much excitement and joy to my students. We are using the stickers as part of our current effort and writing incentive program. When my students first saw the stickers, their faces lit up because they were eager to earn them and proudly decorate their work. Many students like wearing the sticker on their hand as a badge of honor to show other classmates what they earned during my class! Students always look forward to Friday because they know that I give \"scratch and sniff\" stickers, which is their favorite type of sticker to receive. One special movement was when a student who had been working extra hard on reading fluency finally earned a sticker for his progress. He held it up proudly and said, \"I did it!\" It was such a powerful reminder of how small rewards can create big motivation. \r\n As we continue our project, the stickers will serve as both encouragement and recognition of effort and progress. Students are already looking forward to adding more stickers as they reach new milestones. This positive reinforcement is helping them stay engaged, motivated, and proud of their learning. \r\n Thank you again for making this possible! Your support is helping my multilingual learner students grow in confidence and excitement about their work every day!","fullyFundedDate":1746571145938,"projectUrl":"project/stickin-to-language-academic-learning/9202453/","projectTitle":"Stickin' to Language & Academic Learning for Motivation & Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bourguignon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp115103_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1473359567645","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/camille-bourguignon"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_1673","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":802,"numTeachers":47,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":5,"percentBlack":54,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":28,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"17.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":64.5,"schoolId":1673,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Reedy Creek Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Reedy Creek Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/north-carolina/charlotte-mecklenburg-school-district/reedy-creek-elementary-school/1673"}