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Combined with the new pencil holders, which promote essential organization and easy access to tools, these items have helped us maximize instructional time by minimizing behavioral disruptions and the search for missing materials.\r\n\r\nBeyond structural improvements, the donation has ensured resource equity and promoted hands-on engagement for every student. The abundance of glue sticks guarantees that all students have the necessary materials for creative, interactive projects across all subjects, boosting their enthusiasm and participation in differentiated assignments. Ultimately, these donations are more than just supplies; they are investments in our students' comfort, concentration, and ability to fully access the curriculum. Your support has created a more welcoming, functional, and equitable classroom where all students can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1759428404722,"projectUrl":"project/the-stylish-room/9775693/","projectTitle":"The Stylish Room","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ramones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9810637"},{"teacherId":9805235,"projectId":9773748,"letterContent":"The aprons, dish racks, and the new gimbal and sewing supplies are already transforming our classroom. The new racks and aprons have made our culinary labs more effective and helped in our clean up process. The sewing tools made it easier for the students to find resources. \r\n\r\nThe gimbal has also been fantastic, allowing me to film crystal-clear instructional videos, like close-ups of specific sewing videos, which students can now review whenever they need help. The students were thrilled to see these new tools and were excited to use them. \r\n\r\nWith these supplies, our students were successful a creating beautiful sewing projects and tasty dishes. Your support ensures they have the reliable resources they need to succeed and truly become \"Real-Life Ready.\" Thank you again for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1759374184481,"projectUrl":"project/real-life-skills-sewing-cooking-suppli/9773748/","projectTitle":"Real-Life Skills: Sewing, Cooking Supplies for FACS Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kapua","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9805235"},{"teacherId":376938,"projectId":8883320,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations to support my classroom students. Although these materials requested were nothing glamorous they were important in helping provide incentives for my students as well as basic materials that they need to learn. The mints were able to keep them awake during testing and the hundreds of pencils were distributed to my students, many of whom don't even show up with a backpack. \r\n\r\nThe copies of I Am Malala are especially important because this is a book that I use to inspire my students. They learn that young people just like themselves can change the world. I challenge them to come up with a project where they can charge the world just like Malala. My photo will show the collective impact that my students had last year with their projects inspired by Malala.","fullyFundedDate":1729353038534,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-student-success/8883320/","projectTitle":"Supporting Student Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shire","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp376938_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1538518869976","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msshire"},{"teacherId":8821949,"projectId":9160174,"letterContent":"When students walked into my classroom the first day of school, I heard \"Wow, this is nice!\" from many students. They could feel the clutter-free and organized space instantly calm their minds to be ready to learn.\r\nThey are currently using the organizing bins and shelves to store their papers, notebooks, and binders so they are easy to find and access. They have used the whiteboard supplies like markers, erasers, paper sleeves, magnetic clips, and supply holders to enable them to collaborate in their groups on rich math tasks. \r\nThank you for your generous donations that welcomed my students to an environment of that makes them feel ready and excited to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1741995031204,"projectUrl":"project/calm-minds-bright-futures-creating-an/9160174/","projectTitle":"Calm Minds, Bright Futures: Creating an Organized Learning Oasis","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ching","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8821949"},{"teacherId":9939972,"projectId":9155117,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support of my cozy classroom. The implementation of beanbags in the classroom proved to be a success through a multitude of educational and emotional areas. \r\n\r\nStudents became noticeably more comfortable in their learning environment, which fostered a greater sense of emotional well-being. This increased comfort translated into higher engagement and improved focus, leading to a rise in assessment scores. Additionally, the flexible seating encouraged students to interact more openly and work collaboratively, strengthening peer relationships and promoting a more supportive classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1741734799988,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-classroom-enhance-learning-with-b/9155117/","projectTitle":"Cozy Classroom: Enhance Learning with Beanbags","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Allegood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9939972"},{"teacherId":2837717,"projectId":9241532,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, our recent project was a tremendous success and has already made a meaningful difference in the daily experiences of our students. With the new method books, my students are now better equipped to actively participate in music class and develop their skills with confidence.\r\n\r\nAlready, we've seen the impact during our recent Aloha Concert, where students performed with heightened accuracy and musicality. These resources have not only enhanced their technical abilities but have also boosted their sense of pride and ownership over their musicianship.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our program and investing in these students' futures. Your support is helping us build a stronger, more engaged, and more confident generation of young musicians.","fullyFundedDate":1746481537094,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-future-musicians-essential-meth/9241532/","projectTitle":"Fueling Future Musicians: Essential Method Books for Band & Orchestra","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fujitani","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2837717_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506722643773","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2837717"},{"teacherId":9723155,"projectId":9161139,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing me with the tools and resources to best support my students. By giving my students a space that is well organized, it allows them to function at their best in the classroom. One of my goals as their teacher is to help them improve their organizational skills, so I appreciate your help in providing me with the opportunity to model that for them. \r\n\r\nScience is a hands-on subject with lots of room for curiosity, creativity, and wonder. With the tools and resources provided by the funding of this project, I was able to begin my journey to providing an education for my students that they deserve. Special thanks to Hawaii State Dept. of Education and Lynne Benioff for their contributions!","fullyFundedDate":1742009595185,"projectUrl":"project/science-classroom-organization-and-essen/9161139/","projectTitle":"Science Classroom Organization and Essentials!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hahn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9723155_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y201&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757373773626","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9723155"},{"teacherId":9371757,"projectId":9165919,"letterContent":"Here's a follow-up on how your wonderful donations have changed our classroom!\r\nThanks to your incredible support, our classroom is now completely revolutionized with a vibrant and interactive learning environment for all our students. The bean bag chairs and lap trays have been incredible, offering flexible seating to accommodate varied learning styles. Students are now able to choose where they work best, whether in groups on the floor with a lap desk or curled up on a bean bag chair for individual reading. This freedom has helped classroom participation increase significantly, with students more focused and calm in classes. Moreover, the cleaning materials donated have been indispensable in ensuring that our environment remains healthy and clean, enabling us to frequently disinfect surfaces and avoid germs, which are important for the well-being of our students.\r\nYour kindness has had a lasting effect that is more than about cleanliness and comfort; it's made our school more student-centered and collaborative. We greatly appreciate your partnership in providing our students with access to the resources they need to thrive, academically and in life.","fullyFundedDate":1742060277356,"projectUrl":"project/comfy-kids-focused-minds-flexible-bean/9165919/","projectTitle":"Comfy Kids, Focused Minds: Flexible Bean Bag Seating!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Miyasato","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9371757_orig.png?crop=581,581,x14,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700181154571","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9371757"},{"teacherId":8822845,"projectId":9161905,"letterContent":"Mahalo to your incredible generosity, our students have transformed their gardening dreams into a vibrant reality! With the arrival of essential tools like a sturdy gardening cart, nutrient-rich fertilizer and plant starters (bone meal), garden trowels, and a diverse selection of seeds, our school garden is now flourishing. These vital resources have not only equipped our young horticulturists with the means to cultivate their own produce but have also provided invaluable hands-on learning experiences, fostering a deeper understanding of ʻāina, sustainability, and the joy of watching something grow from a tiny seed into a bountiful harvest. Theyʻve grown various types of lettuce, pea, swiss chard, and zucchini. \r\n\r\nYour contribution has truly made a difference, empowering our students to connect with nature, develop new skills, and experience the satisfaction of hard work, kuleana (responsibility), and dedication. We've already seen an increase in student engagement and excitement around the garden, and we can't wait to share the bountiful results of their efforts. Thank you for helping us plant the seeds for a brighter, greener future for our students!","fullyFundedDate":1742015655616,"projectUrl":"project/our-sustainable-sprouts/9161905/","projectTitle":"Our Sustainable S.P.R.O.U.T.S.","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cassetta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8822845_orig.png?crop=309,309,x0,y94&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711265547468","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8822845"},{"teacherId":2837717,"projectId":9155178,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our music program through DonorsChoose! Because of your donation, my students now have access to essential materials like tuners, reeds, and pencils. These items may seem small but make a huge difference in our daily rehearsals!\r\n\r\nWith tuners, students are developing their ear and learning how to play in tune independently. The reeds you helped provide ensure that our woodwind players can perform with better sound quality and fewer frustrations due to worn-out supplies. And having simple tools like pencils readily available helps them mark music efficiently and stay engaged in the learning process.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has removed barriers and created a more focused, prepared, and confident group of young musicians. Thank you for believing in them and for helping music come alive in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1741739539859,"projectUrl":"project/blowin-and-a-tootin/9155178/","projectTitle":"Blowin’ and a Tootin’","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fujitani","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2837717_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506722643773","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2837717"},{"teacherId":8835461,"projectId":9160197,"letterContent":"Your donation has gone far to support project-based learning and tool exploration in my classroom. We were able to use the display boards and other materials to create wonderful exhibits about historical issues to show the public. These supplies will continue to be used in the next school year, and I hope to expand History Day to include and interest more students as they see the opportunity to advance their understanding of history. Furthermore, for the first time I was able to make Aiea stickers using the sticker papers purchased, which fascinated my students and fellow colleagues. Now that I have gotten the hang of making stickers, I plan to create more designs and invite the students to create their own as well. \r\n\r\nThe students and myself are so grateful for these supplies. We were impressed to see the boxes come in one-by-one, and excited to be able to start using the materials. I can't wait to start next school year with a whole set of new supplies!","fullyFundedDate":1742085370494,"projectUrl":"project/history-day-projects-and-tool-exploratio/9160197/","projectTitle":"History Day Projects and Tool Exploration","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8835461_orig.jpg?crop=656,656,x227,y100&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667891539582","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8835461"},{"teacherId":2588316,"projectId":9160694,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for supporting the students in my class as we conducted our Horror Versus Hope unit on the Holocaust. \r\n\r\nThe book, \"Night,\" offered my students a very unique perspective on the events of the Holocaust. The students were able to really understand what happened to the Jewish people as they went through being removed from their homes and going from one camp to the other. We had rich discussions about the events that occurred and also looked at the literary devices that the author used as he crafted his story. Students discussed the brutality of the events that happened to the main character, Elie. We posed questions about how we would react in situations like this and talked about how noble it was that Elie and his father stuck together until the end. \r\n\r\nThank you for helping to enhance my students' experiences by giving us a chance to read such an impactful novel.","fullyFundedDate":1742050056042,"projectUrl":"project/horror-and-hope-of-the-holocaust/9160694/","projectTitle":"Horror and Hope of the Holocaust","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tanaka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2588316"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50883","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":470,"numTeachers":38,"percentFrplEligible":53,"percentAsian":28,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":8,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":15,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"7 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"12.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":43.8,"schoolId":50883,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Aiea Intermediate School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Aiea Intermediate School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/central-oahu-school-district/aiea-intermediate-school/50883"}