{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Holualoa Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":37.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10311462,"projectId":9827101,"letterContent":"On behalf of my energetic and inquisitive fourth-grade class of Holualoa Elementary, I want to express our deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity. Your support through Donors Choose has transformed our classroom into a more vibrant, and engaging hands-on learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your donation was felt immediately as we dove into our social studies units. With our new globes and flag flash cards, the students have a better understanding of where we are in the world. They've spent hours spinning the globes to find distant countries and comparing the flags of the U.S. and the world, sparking wonderful conversations about different cultures and our place in the global community.\r\n\r\nIn math, the wipe-away sheet protectors have been a total game-changer. We've been using them to master the tricky world of fractions and decimals. The students no longer fear making mistakes because they can just wipe and try again! \r\n\r\nThe Fraction War card game has become a competitive favorite that makes comparing values exciting. We use our new chess board and board games as rewards for their hard work after a test, which has significantly boosted classroom morale and helped develop critical thinking skills.\r\n\r\nOne of the most significant changes in our daily routine has come from the sensory tools you provided. Every student learns differently, and these items have been essential for focus. The Wiggle Seats have been so helpful for my students who need movement to stay engaged during lessons. The Weighted Stuffed sloth helps provide a sense of calm and security for students feeling overwhelmed.\r\n\r\nHaving sensory toys and fidgets on hand allows students to satisfy sensory needs quietly, which helps them stay \"tuned in\" to class discussions rather than becoming distracted.\r\n\r\nBeyond the big projects, the extra school supplies ensure that every student starts their day on equal footing. Having the basic tools they need—pencils, paper, and organizers—removes barriers to learning and allows us to focus entirely on our lessons.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for providing the resources that make our fourth-grade journey so special. We truly appreciate your support!","fullyFundedDate":1762643157721,"projectUrl":"project/educating-the-childs-mind-body-and-spi/9827101/","projectTitle":"Educating the Child's Mind, Body and Spirit.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mowry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10311462"},{"teacherId":7937520,"projectId":10107505,"letterContent":"Mahalo nui loa for your support! When I first asked for these wobble stools and clipboards, I knew they'd help, but the actual change in our classroom has been awesome to see. Thank you for making our school days so much smoother and more fun for my first graders.\r\nThese wobble stools let them get their \"wiggles\" out while they work. It's been a total game-changer during small-group reading and math. Instead of constantly shifting around, they're actually locked in on the task at hand. It's amazing how much more they can focus when they're physically comfortable.\r\nThe clipboards have been a huge hit, too. They can grab their work and head over to the rug or find a cozy spot in the room. Having that sturdy surface means they can write anywhere without getting frustrated. It's made our transitions so much faster and way less chaotic.\r\nThank you so much for helping me get these supplies. You've made a direct impact on how my students learn and feel every single day. We appreciate your kindness and your aloha so much!","fullyFundedDate":1771685340085,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-firsties/10107505/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for Firsties","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hiro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7937520_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751438111268","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7937520"},{"teacherId":9528566,"projectId":9987569,"letterContent":"Our students absolutely love their new art station! They can reach everything they need to paint successfully and know where to put their finished projects when they're all done and ready to clean up. We were able to refill our snack bin so that they have treats that they earn for completing academic tasks and if they're just being rewarded in general. We appreciate all your donations and generosity throughout this school year and helping me make such fun and yummy memories for these little kiddos.","fullyFundedDate":1768174120314,"projectUrl":"project/art-and-snacks-for-pre-k/9987569/","projectTitle":"Art and Snacks for Pre-K","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shelbi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9528566_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715659702948","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-shelbi"},{"teacherId":7937520,"projectId":9775083,"letterContent":"Mahalo for Your Generous Support!\r\nI am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your kind donation to our classroom. The scissors, quality headphones, toolboxes, and whiteboard markers you provided are essential to keep our learning time running smoothly every single day. Your generosity has directly created a more organized, efficient, and focused environment where my students can truly thrive.\r\nThese specific items are game-changers for my little learners. The quality headphones allow students to engage deeply with personalized reading and math programs without distractions, while the individual toolboxes help them take pride in their workspace and develop independence. Our new whiteboard markers make daily phonics practice interactive and fun, and the scissors are vital for developing the fine motor skills necessary for their writing journey. Because of you, these first graders have the high-quality resources they need to feel like real scholars.","fullyFundedDate":1759455876515,"projectUrl":"project/school-supplies-for-firsties/9775083/","projectTitle":"School Supplies for Firsties!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hiro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7937520_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751438111268","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7937520"},{"teacherId":7937520,"projectId":9519752,"letterContent":"Mahalo for Your Generous Support!\r\nI am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your kind donation to our classroom. The scissors, quality headphones, toolboxes, and whiteboard markers you provided are essential to keep our learning time running smoothly every single day. Your generosity has directly created a more organized, efficient, and focused environment where my students can truly thrive.\r\nThese specific items are game-changers for my little learners. The quality headphones allow students to engage deeply with personalized reading and math programs without distractions, while the individual toolboxes help them take pride in their workspace and develop independence. Our new whiteboard markers make daily phonics practice interactive and fun, and the scissors are vital for developing the fine motor skills necessary for their writing journey. Because of you, these first graders have the high-quality resources they need to feel like real scholars.","fullyFundedDate":1763680308405,"projectUrl":"project/essential-school-supplies/9519752/","projectTitle":"Essential School Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hiro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7937520_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751438111268","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7937520"},{"teacherId":9935085,"projectId":9781076,"letterContent":"Thank you for making this project possible for my students. Because of your generosity, my classroom now has access to technology that truly transforms how students learn. While many people use technology at home for entertainment or communication, in our classroom it becomes a powerful learning tool. Students are using it to build problem-solving skills, practice critical thinking, and engage in hands-on, interactive lessons that meet them at their individual levels. 2nd and 3rd grade got to learn code and program digital character dancers. We also had 1st - 5th grade learn digital citizenship behaviors that help them learn how to better manage the online world. The technology allows me to differentiate instruction in real time, provide immediate feedback, and create a more engaging learning environment where every child can participate and succeed.\r\n\r\nWhat has been most exciting to see is the confidence this new technology has sparked. Students who were hesitant learners are now eager to try, explore, and take risks. The interactive nature of the tools makes learning feel like discovery rather than work. I have watched students light up when they master a new skill, collaborate with classmates, or realize they can solve a challenge on their own. It has increased engagement across the board, especially for students who benefit from visual and hands-on learning experiences. I am able to keep all my computers plugged in and organized.\r\n\r\nThere are a few students in particular who have truly blossomed. One student who often struggled to stay focused is now one of the first to log in and begin working independently. Another student who lacks confidence in traditional academic settings has found success and pride through this technology-based learning. These moments are powerful reminders that access matters. Your support has not just provided equipment — it has opened doors to confidence, curiosity, and deeper learning. Thank you for believing in our students and investing in their future.","fullyFundedDate":1763565410877,"projectUrl":"project/organized-and-empowered-charging-soluti/9781076/","projectTitle":"Organized and Empowered: Charging Solutions for Future Innovators","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stephanie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9935085"},{"teacherId":8821948,"projectId":9773043,"letterContent":"Our students have been able to demonstrate so many of their skills through the acquisition of these new items for our room. While not everything was new to them, the refresh of the whiteboards and other items has allowed their writing practice to be clearer and more crisp without a messy and scratched surface.\r\nThe elkonin boxes have been a fun addition as well to our collection of multisensory experiences for our youngest learners with their phonics skills. \r\nWe appreciate your support and kindness in keeping our classroom ready for young learners.","fullyFundedDate":1759201354610,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-update/9773043/","projectTitle":"Classroom Update","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gallagher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8821948"},{"teacherId":9528566,"projectId":9853954,"letterContent":"I cannot explain the excitement and eagerness the kids have when it's time for a Read Aloud and the \"Cool Kid\" gets to pick out which big book to read! The interactive pieces at first caused distraction but once we implemented our expectations- the communication increased and the pretend play is so awesome to watch. Most of our kids face challenges with ASD so they create familiarity and routine with just one book. Being able to constantly rotate through the 7 different books has been a nice transition to what they're used to. Thank you again for being apart of this huge change for us! We appreciate you!!","fullyFundedDate":1761962922664,"projectUrl":"project/read-aloud-fine-motor-practice/9853954/","projectTitle":"Read Aloud + Fine Motor Practice","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shelbi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9528566_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715659702948","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-shelbi"},{"teacherId":9528566,"projectId":9825745,"letterContent":"The swingset has been a hit! We traded out the seats with the more accessible ones before tossing the old frame and the kids love it! We love that it's staked to the ground and doesn't rock while the kids are on it and pushing two of them at the same time got a whole lot easier! Although we weren't able to get the crawl-through caterpillar, we were able to get snacks and other fidgets for them to play with so it worked out. Thank you so much for the bikes and helping me give these kiddos a better recess/ playground experience.","fullyFundedDate":1761154820833,"projectUrl":"project/recess-field-for-gross-motor-and-fun/9825745/","projectTitle":"Recess Field for Gross Motor and Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shelbi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9528566_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715659702948","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-shelbi"},{"teacherId":7933854,"projectId":9775067,"letterContent":"My students were so excited to unbox all of our new materials!!! Unfortunately we have been so busy using all of our STEM bins, I've forgotten to take pictures amongst the hustle and bustle. I did however get to take pictures of our new headphones which are SUCH a hit!!! Our old ones were falling apart and breaking left and right. \r\n\r\nWe have been using our materials for STEM bin stations, building, creating and using our imaginations to explore! The kids absolutely love them. \r\n\r\nI am so grateful to the donors that continue to support classrooms in Hawaii. It is beyond helpful and so appreciated.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our keiki!","fullyFundedDate":1759446930175,"projectUrl":"project/fostering-first-graders-creativity/9775067/","projectTitle":"Fostering First Graders Creativity!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ozkan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7933854_orig.jpg?crop=650,650,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1677881159267","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7933854"},{"teacherId":8832413,"projectId":9640790,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our first-grade classroom through DonorsChoose. Because of your kindness, we received the LEGO STEAM Park Kits and the LEGO Discover Unearthed Class Pack, and they have already made a wonderful difference in our learning.\r\n\r\nThese materials have helped our students practice the skills that matter most in first grade—teamwork, problem-solving, sharing, taking turns, listening to others, and building on each other's ideas. The children have been working together in small groups, planning and creating structures, adjusting their designs, and celebrating each other's successes. Even our quieter students have found ways to join in, and everyone has a role when we build and explore together.\r\n\r\nThe LEGO kits have transformed our classroom into a space where collaboration comes naturally, and thinking flexibly becomes easier with practice when ideas differ. Students are learning how to communicate, help one another, and keep trying when things don't work the first time. Seeing them encourage each other, share pieces, and proudly explain their creations has been truly heartwarming.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving our first graders the opportunity to learn through play, discovery, and teamwork. Your generosity has made our classroom a more joyful and connected community, and we are deeply grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1757518189931,"projectUrl":"project/unearth-our-future-lego-discover-for-fi/9640790/","projectTitle":"Unearth Our Future: LEGO Discover for First Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8832413_orig.jpg?crop=547,547,x16,y39&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667871992593","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8832413"},{"teacherId":9935085,"projectId":9702223,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our STEM Lab and helping bring magnetic tiles, magnetic wands, and STEM Bingo materials to life for my Kindergarten and 1st grade students. These materials have transformed our lessons in ways I couldn't have imagined, and I'm so grateful that you chose to invest in their curiosity.\r\n\r\nFrom the moment the students walked into the lab and saw the magnetic tiles and colorful wands, their excitement was electric. Many had never used magnetic STEM tools before, and watching them discover magnetic \"push and pull\" for the very first time was pure magic. During one of our opening activities, students in both kindergarten and first grade touched their magnetic wands together and squealed when they felt them snap together—or suddenly repel and push away. Those tiny moments of discovery, where they look up at me with wide eyes and say, \"Why did it do that?\", are truly the heart of why this project mattered so much.\r\n\r\nThe magnetic bingo materials immediately became one of our favorite hands-on ways to reinforce science vocabulary and tool recognition. Instead of just hearing words like \"thermometer,\" \"magnifying glass,\" or \"engineer,\" students were able to interact with them. They used their magnetic wands to pick up chips, find matching STEM tools, and cover their boards. Even my most hesitant learners suddenly leaned in, excited to use the wand to pick up each chip. It was incredible to watch how such a simple magnetic pull increased engagement, confidence, and participation across the entire room.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments happened during our clean-up challenge. Students used their wands to lift all their magnetic chips at once, cheering when the whole pile magically clung to the wand. A few students even began predicting which chips would pick up more strongly, turning clean-up into a spontaneous mini-lesson on forces and motion. Moments like these—where science becomes intuitive and joyful—are only possible because of the tools you helped provide.\r\n\r\nThe magnetic tiles have been equally powerful. My kindergarten students have already begun building bridges, towers, and \"cities,\" explaining to each other why certain shapes work better than others. Several of my first graders naturally shifted into engineering mode, testing how tall they could build before a structure collapsed and then rebuilding with better support. These materials invite exploration, problem-solving, teamwork, and creativity in a way that is developmentally perfect for their age.\r\n\r\nYour generosity didn't just fund materials; it created opportunities. You gave my students access to real scientific tools and hands-on learning experiences that strengthen fine motor skills, introduce engineering concepts, and build early confidence in STEM—all in a space that serves 484 students every two weeks. The impact is schoolwide, ongoing, and honestly priceless.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in my students and in the power of playful, meaningful STEM learning. Your support has already created unforgettable moments of discovery, and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1759418469821,"projectUrl":"project/magnets-minds-in-motion-hands-on-stem/9702223/","projectTitle":"Magnets & Minds in Motion: Hands-On STEM Learning for Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stephanie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9935085"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50763","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":438,"numTeachers":25,"percentFrplEligible":48,"percentAsian":6,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":24,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":27,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"17.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":63.0,"schoolId":50763,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Holualoa Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Holualoa Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/hawaii-school-district/holualoa-elementary-school/50763"}