{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Hawaii School for the Deaf and the Blind","outOfStateSupporters":47.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10161760,"projectId":9556182,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity and consideration in helping my classroom be a place of fun, inclusion, and accessible learning! Not only has your donation contributed to my students' learning but also a way for me to build a better relationship with each of them through the projects and activities provided. \r\n\r\nAt first, I think my students were a little puzzled of what was happening when I presented the activities. I don't think they've been given the opportunity for these types of projects. But once they were introduced and guided on how to complete them, I think they really enjoyed them by the smiles on their faces when we finished the projects. Thank you for your contribution in order to make learning engaging and meaningful in my classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1754789183340,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning/9556182/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Momi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10161760_orig.jpg?crop=1249,1249,x0,y112&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760553209182","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10161760"},{"teacherId":9654537,"projectId":9576805,"letterContent":"We are so incredibly grateful for your donations to our project. With these new supplies, I am able to transition more smoothly into Deaf education.\r\n\r\nMy student has vision impairments, so having many visuals is a must in the classroom. With more lamination sheets I am able to make more visual supports for my student, in and outside of the classroom. \r\n\r\nHaving different formats and variation of visuals to do math on is another great help! Giving my student the visual support he needs, while also giving him the ability to solve questions on his own. This especially helps when we work on addition and subtraction with regrouping and number values (ones, tens, hundreds).","fullyFundedDate":1755716487421,"projectUrl":"project/my-first-year-in-deaf-education/9576805/","projectTitle":"My First Year in Deaf Education!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Remi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9654537_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732658510751","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9654537"},{"teacherId":9654537,"projectId":9586561,"letterContent":"With you generous donations, I have been able to make more visual supports for my student for every class they go it. As I am sharing a room with another teacher, the drawer shelf is a great place for me to store student work, important documents, and other supplies. \r\n\r\nMy student has a big fascination with numbers, so the timer and the calculator have been a great motivator for him in class. We are also practice typing skills, so the pop-it keyboard is a great addition to my classroom for my student to practice on without getting frustrated at a computer keyboard. \r\n\r\nWe are so grateful to have received funding for this project and we feel so blessed to have these amazing supports and supplies in the classroom now. \r\n\r\nFrom my classroom to your hearts, Mahalo and keep spreading the Aloha!","fullyFundedDate":1755970841271,"projectUrl":"project/encourage-learning-in-a-fun-way/9586561/","projectTitle":"Encourage learning in a fun way!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Remi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9654537_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732658510751","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9654537"},{"teacherId":9337943,"projectId":9158875,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for \"Bringing the World to My Deaf Students Through Geography Books\"! Your generosity has opened doors for my students to explore places, cultures, and environments far beyond our island.\r\n\r\nBuilding Reading Skills Through Geography\r\nThese new books are more than just pages with maps and pictures—they are tools that help my Deaf students build background knowledge, strengthen reading comprehension, and connect language to real-world concepts. Through them, students are practicing important skills like identifying main ideas, comparing and contrasting different regions, and expanding their vocabulary with terms related to geography and culture.\r\n\r\nWhat Reading Looks Like in Our Classroom\r\nIn our classroom, reading is a very visual and interactive experience. I present lessons in American Sign Language (ASL), then we dive into the books together. Students point to maps, trace routes with their fingers, and discuss what they see through signs. We often pair the books with visual activities—like creating timelines, Venn diagrams, or map-matching games—so that the information sticks and becomes meaningful.\r\n\r\nStudent Joy and Engagement\r\nSome students have been especially captivated by the vivid photos of natural wonders and faraway cities. One student who rarely shows interest in books now lights up every time we open the pages about mountains and rivers—he even started drawing his own maps at home! Another student who loves animals keeps returning to the sections about wildlife around the world, eagerly sharing facts in ASL with her classmates.\r\n\r\nYour support has not just given us books—it has given my students a window to the world, sparked their curiosity, and shown them that learning can be an adventure. For children who learn visually and thrive on connection, these resources are truly transformative.","fullyFundedDate":1741967952882,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-the-world-to-my-deaf-students-t/9158875/","projectTitle":"Bringing the World to My Deaf Students Through Geography Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Au","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9337943"},{"teacherId":8819192,"projectId":7724335,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, my students now have chess materials that make learning more inclusive and engaging. When they first saw the new boards and pieces, their excitement was immediate.\r\n\r\nChess has become a shared language in our diverse classroom. Students from different language backgrounds are now playing together, strategizing, and building confidence. It's amazing to see them connect, communicate, and think critically in ways that don't rely on words. Your generosity has opened up new learning pathways for all of us. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1693766613565,"projectUrl":"project/deaf-chess/7724335/","projectTitle":"Deaf Chess","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sanchez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8819192_orig.jpg?crop=1170,1170,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745126383814","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8819192"},{"teacherId":8826054,"projectId":6966231,"letterContent":"My elementary Deaf and Hard of Hearing students were absolutely thrilled when we started our farm-to-table project. We planted baby tomato plants and raised them with care—watering them daily, trimming when needed, and learning how to identify healthy tomatoes from the bad ones. It became a hands-on science, math, and life skills lesson all in one.\r\n\r\nTheir faces lit up with excitement and curiosity. Many of my students come from language-deprived backgrounds, so having something so visual, tangible, and interactive made a big difference in their engagement and understanding. They took pride in caring for the plants and were amazed to see the transformation from seedling to fruit.\r\n\r\nThe next step was the most rewarding—we harvested the tomatoes and fresh basil to make homemade spaghetti sauce. The students followed a recipe, practiced measuring ingredients, and learned to follow multi-step directions. It was a delicious learning experience! This project helped them gain practical skills while reinforcing academic concepts in a meaningful way. We plan to continue gardening and exploring more cooking projects that tie into our lessons. Farm to table is truly the best—especially in Hawaii, where school lunches often fall short.","fullyFundedDate":1669780099385,"projectUrl":"project/childrens-paradise-gardening/6966231/","projectTitle":"Children's Paradise Gardening","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Katakura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8826054"},{"teacherId":9746676,"projectId":8775102,"letterContent":"On behalf of the entire classroom, I want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your generous donations to our special needs classroom. Your support and kindness have made a tremendous impact on our students' daily learning experiences.\r\n\r\nWe are so thankful for the new spin chair, which has become a favorite spot for many of our students. The hammock swing has provided a cozy retreat and has quickly become a sanctuary for students who need a calm space. Additionally, the writing tools have made it much easier for students to improve their writing skills.\r\n\r\nYour contributions have not only enriched our classroom environment but have also touched the lives of our students, who now have access to materials that will enhance their learning and growth. Your support has truly made a difference, and we cannot thank you enough.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly fortunate to have donors like you who believe in the importance of creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment for students with special needs. Thank you again for your kindness and generosity. You have our deepest appreciation.","fullyFundedDate":1728516262901,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-haven-a-space-for-inclusive-le/8775102/","projectTitle":"\"Sensory Haven: a Space for Inclusive Learning and Fun\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Amber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9746676"},{"teacherId":9337943,"projectId":8885896,"letterContent":"The impact of the **\"Immersive Visual Learning Tools for Deaf Students' Growth and Engagement\"** project has been nothing short of transformative for our students. Thanks to the support from the Hawai'i State Department of Education, Marc & Lynne Benioff, and other generous donors, our classroom now has tools that cater to the unique learning needs of Deaf students, enabling them to engage more deeply and confidently in their education.\r\n\r\nThe addition of model-building kits has provided hands-on opportunities for students to explore abstract concepts like historical architecture, government systems, and scientific processes in a tangible way. The Insta360 X4 camera has allowed us to capture immersive 360-degree footage, bringing historical sites and real-world locations directly into the classroom. Pairing these experiences with captioned video resources ensures that every student can fully understand and participate in the lessons, without barriers.\r\n\r\nThese tools have enabled me to teach in ways that were previously impossible. I can now create highly visual and interactive lessons that captivate my students' attention and help them build critical thinking skills. For instance, students recently used the Insta360 camera to produce their own historical documentaries, blending creativity with their newfound knowledge in a collaborative project. Such experiences have not only enhanced their academic learning but also boosted their confidence and communication skills.\r\n\r\nThis project has profoundly impacted individual students as well. One student who struggled to engage in traditional lessons has blossomed when given the chance to learn through model-building and video storytelling, saying, *\"This helps me see and do, not just read—it's the best way to learn!\"* \r\n\r\nThe support from all of you has opened doors for our students, helping them discover their strengths and embrace new opportunities. We are deeply grateful for your belief in our mission to empower and uplift every student. 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