{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kahaluu Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":36.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8363633,"projectId":10108908,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support for our physical education program at Kahaluu Elementary School! Because of you, our grades students now have the high-quality tools they need to stay active, focused, and excited about movement.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your donation was felt immediately, especially during our recent soccer unit. Before your support, we were relying on old pop-up goals that were far too small and flimsy for our older students. It made it frustratingly easy for players to goaltend, which took away from the fun and challenge of the game. Now, thanks to the new, appropriately sized, and sturdy soccer goals, our students have a much truer experience of the sport. It has completely changed the dynamic of our small-sided games, giving every student a fair chance to be successful and genuinely engage with the game.\r\n\r\nIn addition to the goals, the new cones and organizational bins have completely transformed our classroom environment. The cones allow us to quickly set up clear boundaries and distinct playing spaces, keeping our high-energy activities structured and safe. Meanwhile, the new bins have streamlined our daily routine by perfectly organizing our students' PE badges for each class. This simple addition has taught the students responsibility and saved us valuable transition time so we can spend more time moving.\r\n\r\nOur students have also absolutely loved the challenge of the new speedstacks! They have been fantastic for building hand-eye coordination, focus, and quick reflexes, providing a unique challenge that captures the attention of all our learners. This was the perfect addition for our skill related components of fitness unit. \r\n\r\nYour investment in our classroom has truly helped us create an environment where every child can feel like an athlete, regardless of their skill level. Thank you for bringing so much joy, safety, and organization to our PE classes!","fullyFundedDate":1771705377208,"projectUrl":"project/leveling-up-our-pe-games/10108908/","projectTitle":"Leveling Up Our PE Games","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McElfresh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8363633_orig.jpg?crop=600,600,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690749052184","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8363633"},{"teacherId":1882983,"projectId":10104837,"letterContent":"I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to everyone who supported our \"Restock and Refresh\" project for our 2nd grade classroom. Your generosity, kindness, and belief in education have made a meaningful impact on both my students and our learning environment. Because of your support, our classroom has been given the opportunity to begin fresh with the supplies and materials needed to help students learn, grow, and succeed every single day.\r\n\r\nAs a 2nd grade teacher, I strive to create a classroom where students feel safe, supported, engaged, and excited to learn. Young learners thrive when they have access to hands-on materials, organized spaces, and resources that encourage creativity and confidence. Over time, classroom supplies become worn out, depleted, or no longer usable after being used daily by energetic and eager students. Your donations helped us restock essential materials and refresh our classroom so that students can continue learning in a positive and welcoming environment.\r\n\r\nThank you for your generosity! \r\n\r\nWith sincere gratitude,\r\n\r\nDayna\r\n2nd Grade Teacher","fullyFundedDate":1771639834670,"projectUrl":"project/restock-and-refresh/10104837/","projectTitle":"Restock and Refresh!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hironaka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1882983"},{"teacherId":7932744,"projectId":8217136,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Because of your donation, my students now have comfortable pillows to sit on during reading time and while working on their iPads. This simple addition has made a big difference—students are more focused, relaxed, and excited to settle in with a book or their learning activities. It has helped create a cozy, welcoming environment where students truly enjoy learning.\r\n\r\nThe Play-Doh has also been an incredible addition to our classroom. Students use it daily for hands-on learning—forming letters, building sight words, creating shapes, and exploring math concepts. One special moment was watching students work together to build words with Play-Doh, proudly showing their creations and helping each other learn. These materials make learning more interactive, meaningful, and fun, especially for my young learners who thrive with tactile experiences.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has helped create a classroom where students feel comfortable, engaged, and excited to learn every day.","fullyFundedDate":1708285321006,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-supplies/8217136/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Malo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7932744_orig.jpg?crop=837,837,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627626802011","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7932744"},{"teacherId":7932744,"projectId":10108600,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students have been able to use Boogie Boards as a fun and engaging way to practice writing every day. Instead of only using pencils or dry erase markers, students are excited to pick up their boards to practice letters, words, and sentences. One of my favorite moments was watching even my most reluctant writers eagerly participate, smiling as they wrote and erased their work again and again without frustration.\r\n\r\nThese tools have truly transformed our writing time into something students look forward to. The Boogie Boards make learning feel like play, while giving students the repetition and confidence they need to grow as writers. Your support has helped create a classroom environment where all students feel motivated, successful, and excited to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1771701799916,"projectUrl":"project/bright-tools-for-big-kindergarten-learni/10108600/","projectTitle":"Bright Tools for Big Kindergarten Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Malo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7932744_orig.jpg?crop=837,837,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627626802011","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7932744"},{"teacherId":7929741,"projectId":8299367,"letterContent":"For my students with autism, dinosaurs are so much more than ancient history—they are a source of comfort, a spark for communication, and a key to unlocking new skills. Because of your incredible generosity, our \"Dinosaurs, Dinosaurs, Dinosaurs\" project has transformed our classroom into a high-engagement learning zone that meets my students exactly where they are. By supporting this specific interest, you've sent a message to my students that their passions are valuable. You've helped create a space where they feel understood and celebrated for who they are. Their \"soul\" is fed when they feel safe enough to be their authentic, dinosaur-loving selves.\r\n\r\nThank you for making our classroom a place where my students can truly stomp, roar, and soar!","fullyFundedDate":1712226181390,"projectUrl":"project/dinosaurs-dinosaurs-dinosaurs/8299367/","projectTitle":"Dinosaurs, Dinosaurs, Dinosaurs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Perkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7929741_orig.jpg?crop=273,273,x57,y1072&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673995633010","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7929741"},{"teacherId":7929741,"projectId":9773047,"letterContent":"I am beyond thrilled to share that our project has been fully funded! From the bottom of my heart—and on behalf of my entire class—thank you. Before your help, our classroom was filled with hard plastic chairs and cold floors. Now, because of your kindness, my students have a dedicated space to breathe, relax, and focus. This \"comfy area\" is more than just furniture; it is a sanctuary for students who need a moment of peace to regulate their emotions or a cozy spot to get lost in a great book. Your investment in our \"Mind, Body, and Soul\" initiative is making a tangible difference every single day. Thank you for believing in my students and for helping me create a classroom that honors the whole child.","fullyFundedDate":1759233613335,"projectUrl":"project/comfy-area/9773047/","projectTitle":"Comfy Area!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Perkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7929741_orig.jpg?crop=273,273,x57,y1072&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673995633010","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7929741"},{"teacherId":8828948,"projectId":10108362,"letterContent":"Your generosity has officially transformed our classroom. The new \"Reading Hale\" is now the heart of our room, providing a sensory-friendly sanctuary where my third graders can finally settle their bodies and focus their minds. Seeing them sink into a cozy bean bag with a book—moving away from the distraction of hard plastic chairs—has shifted the entire energy of our daily reading time into one of deep, quiet engagement.\r\n\r\nThe Calvin Coconut series has been an even bigger hit. The students were thrilled to find \"shave ice\" and \"slippers\" in their chapters, seeing their own Hawaii lives reflected on the page. By providing these cultural mirrors and a comfortable space to enjoy them, you haven't just given us supplies; you've sparked a genuine love for reading and a sense of pride in our community. Mahalo for building our reading ohana!","fullyFundedDate":1771697882457,"projectUrl":"project/reading-hale/10108362/","projectTitle":"Reading Hale","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zalopany","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8828948"},{"teacherId":8947633,"projectId":9774791,"letterContent":"The addition of hands-on sight word and math games has transformed the classroom from a place of passive listening into a vibrant hub of active discovery. For a first grader, the \"science of reading\" becomes a lot more approachable when it's disguised as a game. Instead of rote memorization, students are now building muscle memory and visual recognition through play. These games provide the high-repetition practice necessary for fluency—allowing students to recognize high-frequency words instantly—which clears the path for them to tackle more complex sentences and stories with genuine confidence.\r\n\r\nIn the realm of mathematics, these donated games have turned abstract concepts into tangible successes. First grade is a pivotal year for moving from basic counting to understanding place value and \"mental math\" strategies. By engaging with physical game pieces and collaborative challenges, students are developing deeper number sense and problem-solving skills without the \"math anxiety\" that often starts at this age. These tools allow for differentiated learning, where one group can practice basic addition while another tackles subtraction, ensuring every child is challenged at their exact level of readiness.\r\n\r\n\r\nThe donation of printer ink and essential classroom supplies serves as the vital \"engine\" that keeps these academic gains moving forward. With a steady supply of ink, you are able to print custom leveled readers, interactive flip-books, and personalized progress charts that make the curriculum feel alive and tailored to your specific students. Common supplies like dice, timers, and dry-erase markers turn a simple worksheet into a reusable station, allowing for the kind of small-group rotations that are the gold standard for primary education.\r\n\r\nUltimately, this donation has provided the \"scaffolding\" necessary for immense academic growth. When students have access to colorful, high-quality materials and engaging games, their attendance and participation naturally increase. They aren't just learning to read and calculate; they are learning to love the process of school. By removing the barriers of limited resources, this gift has allowed your first graders to hit—and often exceed—their developmental milestones, setting a sturdy foundation for the rest of their elementary years.","fullyFundedDate":1759450068820,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-minds-on-essential-supplies-f/9774791/","projectTitle":"Hands-On, Minds-On: Essential Supplies for Student Support","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Takushi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8947633_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1675233307059","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8947633"},{"teacherId":8947633,"projectId":9923793,"letterContent":"For a first grader, the impact of a Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) gift card is felt in the excitement of a fresh, engaging activity and the confidence that comes from mastered skills. By using that gift card to purchase high-quality literacy worksheets, you moved beyond standard, dry curriculum materials and introduced resources designed specifically for their developmental stage. These worksheets—often filled with interactive elements like \"cut and paste\" or \"color-by-code\"—turn the challenging work of decoding phonics into a playful experience. Instead of seeing reading as a daunting task, your students likely saw it as an achievable goal, helping to spark a genuine love for literacy during their most formative year.\r\n\r\nThe assessment collection data worksheets also played a crucial role in creating a more equitable classroom. Because first grade is a year of massive developmental leaps, students are rarely at the same level at the same time. Having professional data-tracking tools allowed you to pinpoint exactly where each child was \"sticking\"—whether it was with consonant blends, sight words, or reading fluency. This precision meant that no student was left behind and no student was bored; you were able to meet every child exactly where they were, providing the specific support they needed to thrive.\r\n\r\nUltimately, the gift card didn't just buy paper; it bought time and clarity. It relieved you of the hours spent designing rubrics and tracking sheets from scratch, allowing you to focus your energy on the actual act of teaching. That renewed energy and the presence of high-quality, visually appealing materials created a classroom environment where students felt seen, supported, and excited to learn. The ripple effect of that gift helped build a stronger foundation for their entire academic future.","fullyFundedDate":1764529819900,"projectUrl":"project/power-up-our-learning-adventures/9923793/","projectTitle":"Power Up Our Learning Adventures!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Takushi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8947633_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1675233307059","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8947633"},{"teacherId":1882983,"projectId":9879450,"letterContent":"Having these math resources has been so overwhelming positive for my students growth. They are so excited to use our new math learning tools. They ask to use them anytime they finish early, or to use them during indoor recess.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping me to start a learning collection of items students can use independently to further their math skills. An added bonus has bed. The opportunity for my students to work together to support and share resources with each other (since we don't have enough yet for everyone to have their isn learning tool.)","fullyFundedDate":1763609179471,"projectUrl":"project/math-resources-for-fun-learning/9879450/","projectTitle":"Math Resources for Fun Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hironaka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1882983"},{"teacherId":8360547,"projectId":9772786,"letterContent":"My students have been absolutely transformed by the arrival of our new classroom technology and recognition tools. While many of us use printers and laminators for basic tasks, in our classroom, this technology serves as a \"success factory.\" By using the high-quality printer, ink, and laminator, we are able to transform abstract academic milestones into professional, durable Brag Tags that students can physically hold. This technology allows me to provide immediate, high-color visual feedback that resonates with young learners much more deeply than a simple grade on a paper. It bridges the gap between doing the work and feeling the pride of accomplishment.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for the students has been the interactive nature of the pocket chart and Shrinky Dink milestone markers. There is a palpable energy in the room when a student realizes they've earned a new tag; they don't just receive it, they \"vibe\" with the success as they hear the click of the hole puncher and the snap of the keyring. They love the \"clinking\" sound their lanyards make as they walk—it's the sound of their own hard work. For my students, these aren't just pieces of cardstock; they are medals of honor that turn the often-invisible process of learning into a visible, wearable collection of triumphs.\r\n\r\nI have been especially moved by several of my more quiet, reserved students who previously struggled to stay engaged with long-term goals. One student in particular, who often felt overwhelmed by math, has completely \"warmed\" to this system. The technology-driven visuals provided a roadmap he could finally follow. Seeing his first tag laminated and hanging on his bag gave him the \"spark\" he needed; he now checks the pocket chart every morning to see how close he is to his next goal. Your generosity hasn't just provided supplies; it has provided the \"recognition technology\" necessary to make every student in my room feel like a high-achiever.","fullyFundedDate":1759452334467,"projectUrl":"project/little-tags-big-motivation-student-goa/9772786/","projectTitle":"Little Tags, Big Motivation: Student Goal Achievement Brag Tags","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chew","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8360547"},{"teacherId":7932744,"projectId":9776000,"letterContent":"My students were absolutely thrilled when we unboxed these new resources! The rocker chairs have been a game-changer for our daily routine. 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