{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kahuku High & Intermediate School","outOfStateSupporters":40.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9167294,"projectId":9779964,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping provide new resources, my students are actively engaging in a hands-on packaging design project that allowed them to experience the full design-to-production process. One standout classroom moment was watching students carefully assemble their first prototypes—measuring, cutting, and adjusting their designs in real time as they began to understand how small design decisions directly impact the final product. This project has helped bridge the gap between abstract computer-based design and real-world manufacturing in a meaningful and tangible way.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new materials, their excitement was immediate. Many were eager to begin experimenting. Seeing their digital work come to life sparked a deeper sense of ownership and pride in their designs. The experience reinforced the importance of patience, precision, and attention to detail—skills that are essential in professional packaging development but difficult to fully grasp without hands-on practice.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, students will refine their packaging prototypes by revising layouts. They will continue managing each phase of the process, gaining insight into the complete lifecycle of a commercial design project. By contributing to this project, you have provided students with a unique opportunity to experience creativity, problem-solving, and real-world application firsthand, and we are excited to build upon this foundation as students take their designs to the next level.","fullyFundedDate":1759546083400,"projectUrl":"project/from-screen-to-shelf-the-full-lifecycle/9779964/","projectTitle":"From Screen to Shelf: The Full Lifecycle of Product Packaging","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mikayla","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9167294_orig.jpg?crop=2610,2610,x80,y715&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743408087624","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9167294"},{"teacherId":3106994,"projectId":9773093,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation! Kahuku High and Intermediate students benefited greatly as a result of your kindness.\r\n\r\nThe markers, colored pencils, and printer ink assisted the students in various poster projects throughout the semester - some exploring themes, some developing vocabulary, and some implementing persuasive techniques. They are always making comments about how great the markers are and how grateful they are to have a place to print color images for their projects.\r\n\r\nOn finals day, I like to surprise the students with snacks to eat while they complete their final. They are so appreciative of the small treats, and I really believe that they perform better because they feel special.\r\n\r\nThanks again for your donation!","fullyFundedDate":1759282874697,"projectUrl":"project/celebration-snacks-and-supplies/9773093/","projectTitle":"Celebration Snacks and Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sanchez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3106994_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y38&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627585854814","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3106994"},{"teacherId":6576828,"projectId":9951234,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your continued generosity. My students couldn't wait to test out the new equipment and were jumping up and down in excitement. After some assembly we were able to try the new racing wheel and stand and my students have been enthralled. There is always a line for the next student to try it out. \r\n\r\nYour generosity is so appreciated. I am extremely thankful for your continued contributions towards my classroom and students. This enables me to provide a safe place of learning for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1765301663052,"projectUrl":"project/safe-driving-down-the-road/9951234/","projectTitle":"Safe Driving Down the Road","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Teichert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6576828_orig.jpg?crop=1448,1448,x0,y168&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1583444416611","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6576828"},{"teacherId":9426040,"projectId":9773161,"letterContent":"This project has meant the world to me and my craft club! We have already used every single item for one project or another. We were even able to create a full-scale face painting fundraiser to continue buying more supplies while learning new skills and participating in a craft the entire club was passionate about. This has helped us set up a cycle of learning a new craft, turning it into a fundraiser, and using the funds to buy new supplies so we are able to keep this club running for the entire year with new and exciting art to try!\r\nSo far, my students have used the items from this project to provide a reasonably priced face painting booth for our school's haunted house event, make personalized aprons for each member, fix rips in clothing using simple stitches, create scarves on knitting looms, and create many items out of clay. In particular, they have loved having a couch to sit on as crafting is supposed to be relaxing and cozy. For my math students, I have turned the couch and some beanbag chairs into a method of positive reinforcement for students participating with desired behaviors such as collaboration, helpfulness, not being on their phones, and more! I can't wait to see what else we will do with the wonderful supplies you have donated to us!","fullyFundedDate":1759453611555,"projectUrl":"project/craft-club-supplies/9773161/","projectTitle":"Craft Club Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Kelso","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9426040"},{"teacherId":9426040,"projectId":9706331,"letterContent":"When this school year started, I was really struggling with classroom behavior management. This year's crop of students is pretty energetic compared to last year and I am a really new teacher so it's one of the areas I need the most growth in. This project has made a huge difference in this endeavor because it allowed me to make my classroom more engaging, comfortable and overall a positive learning environment for my students. \r\nThis project gave me the tools I needed to create a system of positive reinforcement for students who participate in the classroom with desired, productive behaviors. I now have a system where I can reward students who are acting as model citizens whether that is them being helpful, polite, uplifting to others, or simply not going on their phones. It had such an immediate effect because my most rambunctious kiddos thrive on rewards most of all and instantly wanted to participate in lessons to receive a reward. I have plans already to improve upon this system next semester as well! \r\nBeyond the positive reinforcement, it is so important to me to be able to provide snacks when students ask. I know I struggle to focus when I am hungry and the same is true for my students. Whether they forgot their lunch at home, usually skip lunch, or were just feeling extra hungry that day, I will always be eternally grateful for the resources to help my students out when they need a bite to eat.","fullyFundedDate":1758760438649,"projectUrl":"project/building-my-classroom-environment/9706331/","projectTitle":"Building My Classroom Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Kelso","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9426040"},{"teacherId":4407613,"projectId":9429578,"letterContent":"I am writing to express sincere gratitude for your generous donation, which allowed us to purchase a class set of Andy Weir's Project Hail Mary for our chemistry and physics students. The arrival of these books has transformed our Friday afternoons into a much-anticipated \"Reading Day\" ritual. We dim the main lights, turn on twinkle lights for ambiance, and listen to the audiobook together while students relax, color, or follow along in their own physical copies. This setting has proven to be a fantastic way to conclude a busy week, allowing our students to decompress and enjoy a shared narrative experience. Furthermore, having a full set of physical copies is invaluable, as it allows any student who misses a session to check the book out and catch up, ensuring no one is left behind in the story.\r\n\r\nThe magic of Project Hail Mary is how perfectly it integrates literary skills with our core curriculum. Students aren't just practicing reading comprehension; they are seeing concepts we cover in class such as the scientific method, electromagnetism, radiation, velocity, and acceleration applied in a thrilling, high-stakes fictional context. The main protagonist, Ryland Grace, constantly uses these concepts to solve problems in the story, which reinforces the material in a memorable way. Seeing these abstract principles brought to life is a powerful lesson in scientific application.\r\n\r\nThe impact of this book has been overwhelmingly positive. The entire class is deeply invested in the story, and it is genuinely exciting to incorporate reading for pleasure into a science curriculum. I've already had students check out their copies to take home, only to return and tell me they kept reading past the assigned chapter because they were so hooked! Watching students get truly invested in a book—and seeing reading framed as a fun, rewarding activity rather than just an assignment—is one of the greatest joys of teaching. Thank you again for making this engaging and rewarding experience possible for all of us.","fullyFundedDate":1755727751070,"projectUrl":"project/sci-fi-reading-days/9429578/","projectTitle":"Sci-fi Reading Days","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rasmussen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4407613_orig.jpg?crop=871,871,x0,y14&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658187020578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-rasmussen"},{"teacherId":4463012,"projectId":9773907,"letterContent":"I am absolutely thrilled to share the amazing impact your contribution has had on my high school Special Education students. Because of your generosity, we successfully funded our project and have brought a new level of focus, structure, and positive reinforcement into our classroom!\r\n\r\nWe are already putting all the resources to use! The students immediately gravitated toward the new fidget tools. For many of my students, these quiet, tactile items have become an indispensable way to manage their energy and anxiety, allowing them to redirect their focus fully onto the lesson. It has dramatically improved their sustained attention during independent work periods.\r\n\r\nOur new classroom timer has also been a game changer. We used it during our transition from note taking to a group activity, and I watched as the visual countdown gave several students the exact structure they needed to finish their thoughts and move smoothly to the next task, reducing the stress that transitions often cause.\r\n\r\nThe motivational bracelets and stickers have created such a positive buzz. We use them to celebrate effort, not just perfection. Just this week, a student who typically struggles with task initiation earned a sticker for starting a difficult multi step assignment immediately. The sense of pride and ownership that simple acknowledgement provided was powerful.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students the tools they need to better understand themselves, manage their time, and take control of their learning. You have given them confidence and structure, which will support them long after they leave my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1759374751470,"projectUrl":"project/encouraging-effort-and-organization-in-h/9773907/","projectTitle":"Encouraging Effort and Organization in High School Special Education","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Byrne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4463012_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1495134316285","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4463012"},{"teacherId":2485679,"projectId":9773619,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity! It made our space so much better! The color printer was much needed and prints much faster and easier for students to access materials they need for class. The pencil dispenser is so convenient for students to use and grab a pencil when they need one for class. \r\n\r\nThe snacks were so great to share with students and helps them focus and do their work. They loved them! Thank you so much for your support and our classroom! \r\n\r\nIt means the world to me and our classroom for your kindness and support.","fullyFundedDate":1759279314644,"projectUrl":"project/color-us-with-snacks/9773619/","projectTitle":"Color Us With Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Yuen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2485679_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449080443877","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrscyuen"},{"teacherId":7941480,"projectId":9775864,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contributions to our classroom. These new activities have already brought a spark of excitement and relief to our upper-level math students, who are navigating the rigor and pressures of Trigonometry and Calculus. The LEGO build has become a collaborative project for two normally reserved students to return to over time, while another group eagerly gathered around a desk to put the new puzzle together. One student has completely fallen in love with the code-breaking decoder and continues to challenge her reasoning skills with every level she unlocks.\r\n\r\nThe handheld games and logic challenges have also provided a meaningful way for students to connect and unwind. Tic-Tac-Toe battles break out between classmates who rarely get unstructured time together, and these short mental breaks help everyone reset and refocus before diving back into complex concepts. These donations are doing more than supplying entertainment—they are improving classroom culture, providing stress relief, and helping students strengthen their problem-solving skills in new and engaging ways.\r\n\r\nI know I speak for my students when I write that we are truly grateful for the difference you are making. Your support helps create an environment where students can thrive academically while still finding joy and balance within their school day. Thank you again for believing in them.","fullyFundedDate":1759434391956,"projectUrl":"project/fun-rewards-and-items-for-the-classroom/9775864/","projectTitle":"Fun Rewards and Items for the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hwang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7941480"},{"teacherId":6576828,"projectId":9783893,"letterContent":"Mahalo nui for your kindness and thoughtfulness. I am astounded by your generosity and really appreciative of your donations for my students and my classroom. It has been amazing to see the excitement in their eyes as they have unboxed the new controllers and accessories. We now have doubled our capacity to enable students to participate in the esports program.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for supporting a random school on an island in the middle of the ocean. We are very appreciative and we want to thank you for the bottom of our hearts.","fullyFundedDate":1760563940974,"projectUrl":"project/spreading-joy/9783893/","projectTitle":"Spreading Joy","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Teichert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6576828_orig.jpg?crop=1448,1448,x0,y168&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1583444416611","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6576828"},{"teacherId":6576828,"projectId":9772303,"letterContent":"Mahalo nui for your generosity. It was so awesome seeing my students' faces light up today as we unboxed the new gaming console. They were so excited and lined up to be first to begin their esports journey. They have been raving about it all day and sharing with their friends and other students around school that the program got a new console. This will definitely help grow my program and enable more students to have access to the esports world. Thank you so very much for your kindness and thoughtfulness.","fullyFundedDate":1759194852355,"projectUrl":"project/switching-it-up/9772303/","projectTitle":"Switching It Up","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Teichert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6576828_orig.jpg?crop=1448,1448,x0,y168&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1583444416611","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6576828"},{"teacherId":7939026,"projectId":9163768,"letterContent":"From the bottom of our hearts, thank you! Your generous support for our classroom project means the world to our students and me.\r\n\r\nYour commitment is directly contributing to a more welcoming and effective learning environment. The new snacks will help eliminate \"hunger headaches\" and keep my students focused on learning, not on rumbling stomachs. The fidget tools provide crucial support for concentration, allowing every student to engage fully with the lessons. And the calming lights are transforming our space into a safe, comfortable place where everyone feels secure enough to explore, question, and succeed.\r\n\r\nYou're not just donating items; you're investing in the potential of every student who walks through our door. 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