Nolan Creek School

08/31/2026

In case you missed the first letter to families, here you go!

NCS Letter to Families

08/17/2026

Teachers have been met, supplies dropped off. It starts tomorrow!

08/14/2026

Orenda Charter School District earns A rating from
Texas Education Agency for second straight year

GEORGETOWN, Texas — For the second year in a row, Orenda Charter School District earned an A from the Texas Education Agency in the 2026 Accountability Ratings.

The district's largest school, Gateway College Preparatory, scored a high A, earning five of seven campus distinctions. Kingsland School received a C, and Gateway Tech, a high school credit recovery school, received an A. Nolan Creek School in Belton earned a B for the first time in the school's 10-year history.

"Our scores are a reflection of two years of intentional hard work, centered on data-driven instruction, personalized learning plans and a relentless focus on student growth and college readiness," said Carla Silber, superintendent of Orenda Charter School District. "I am so honored to work and lead such an amazing district of educators."

Texas provides annual academic accountability ratings to its public school districts. The ratings are based on performance on state standardized tests, graduation rates, and college, career and military readiness outcomes. They examine student achievement, school progress and the closing of achievement gaps among student groups. The most recent individual district and campus data is available at TXschools.gov.

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About Orenda Education
Orenda Education is the sponsoring entity for Orenda Charter School District, an “open-enrollment charter school district.” Fueled by educators and parents passionate about school choice, Orenda Charter School District operates four Central Texas campuses serving nearly 2.000 students, providing innovative instructional methods to help students reach their academic and human potential. For more information, visit orendaeducation.org.

08/13/2026

Here's the first newsletter of the new school year from Dr. Gamble:

Welcome Back Letter to Families

07/29/2026

It's happening! Monday, August 17 is meet the teacher day. flexible times in the morning and the afternoon. Swing by and feel free to bring school supplies with you!

07/22/2026

It may be the middle of July, but there's always news to share...here is the latest from our Superintendent:

Orenda Superintendent Newsletter

07/06/2026

Hope you are enjoying summer! Here's the latest Superintendent Newsletter:

Orenda Superintendent Newsletter

05/20/2026

Yvonne Perry is the 2026 Orenda Elementary Teacher of the Year!

Yvonne is completing her 2nd year with Orenda. One of the campus administrators shared, “Mrs. Perry exemplifies what it means to be an exceptional educator. She generously shares her knowledge, conducts herself with the highest levels of professionalism and kindness, and engages fully in all that she does. I have worked alongside Mrs. Perry many times, and always walk away with more knowledge, support, and help than I could ever have expected.”

Her principal at Nolan Creek, Dr. Gamble said, “Yvonne utilizes data-driven instruction to meet students where they are. She creates a high-expectation environment where students feel safe taking academic risks. Whether through small-group instruction, personalized learning plans, or personalized feedback, she ensures that every student regardless of their starting point sees measurable growth over the course of the year.”

In addition to teaching, Yvonne has been actively involved in community events for Nolan Creek School and serves as the Student Council advisor.

Mrs. Perry is completing her second year with Orenda and no Creek school. She currently serves as the fourth and fifth grade math and science teacher. One of...

05/19/2026

A note from Dr. Gamble: What a year it's been! 🌟 Before we head into summer, we wanted to take a moment to celebrate all of you.

To our incredible students 🎓—you are the heartbeat of this school. Every achievement today came from your choices: choosing to try again when things got tough, choosing kindness for a classmate, and choosing to give your best effort day after day. You've earned every bit of this celebration.

To our families 💙—thank you for sharing your children with us and for trusting us as partners in their growth. Today's success is a direct reflection of your love and support.

To our remarkable faculty and staff 👏—your tireless dedication, late nights, and unwavering belief in every student here make all the difference.

To our PTA leadership and volunteers 🙌—you've done so much more than raise funds this year; you've raised our spirits. Whether you were decorating hallways, cutting laminating, sorting supplies, or keeping events running smoothly, your countless hours have left an imprint on our campus every single day. Our students, teachers, and families feel your impact deeply.

As summer begins, carry this year's spirit with you 🌞—keep learning, keep exploring, and keep supporting one another.

Have a wonderful, safe, and happy summer vacation. Congratulations to all of you!

05/18/2026

Thank you to the families who came out for our community clean-up day on Saturday! Visitors at Yettie Polk Park noticed and appreciated that Nolan Creek School is a great neighbor!