{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kailua Intermediate School","outOfStateSupporters":39.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9720157,"projectId":10658892,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support! Our classroom has been buzzing with excitement since our new supplies arrived, and these materials have already made a meaningful difference in our daily routines.\r\n\r\nWhen the packages first arrived, my students were over the moon. Their eyes lit up as we opened each box together, and they couldn't wait to explore everything inside. One of the best moments was seeing their faces when we unboxed the colorful sensory chew necklaces and the multiplication fidget chart—they immediately recognized that these were tools designed just for them, making them feel incredibly valued and cared for.\r\n\r\nWe are actively using these resources across all areas of our school day. During our functional academic and life skills rotations, students are using the Play-Doh to build hand strength and practice scissor skills, while others work with the Twist & Turn Nuts and Bolts to master the wrist motion needed for everyday tasks like opening doors and jars. A standout moment occurred during our student-run coffee and lemonade cart: using the clear cups and bendy straws, our students practiced measuring, filling orders, and handing out drinks to school staff. They took so much pride in serving their \"customers,\" using the copy paper and glue gun to create and display custom signs advertising their weekly specials.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, our next steps focus on building even greater independence. We are currently using the clear IRIS storage cases to assemble individualized task boxes, where students will practice multi-step tasks and basic hygiene skills with their new toothbrush sets completely on their own. As we continue through the semester, we will also expand our drink cart business to teach basic money handling and expanded social interactions. Your support has given my students the tools they need to build real-world confidence, and we are so grateful for your kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1789851283606,"projectUrl":"project/learning-together/10658892/","projectTitle":"Learning Together","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kaawaloa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9720157"},{"teacherId":4432103,"projectId":10658199,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in supporting our project, \"Supplies to Start Our Year Successfully!\" Having items like bright Astrobright card stock, laminating pouches, EXPO spray, paper towels, and facial tissues has transformed our daily routine.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the box of brand-new supplies, their faces lit up with excitement. Simple things like having clean whiteboards using the new EXPO spray and fresh tissues on hand make a massive difference in keeping our classroom clean, healthy, and focused.\r\n\r\nWe are currently using the colorful card stock and laminating pouches to create long-lasting learning centers and visual reference charts that students can reuse all year long. Knowing that kind supporters like you invested in our classroom gives my students a wonderful boost of confidence every single day. Mahalo for making our learning environment bright, organized, and ready for success!","fullyFundedDate":1789787012114,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-to-start-our-year-successfully/10658199/","projectTitle":"Supplies to Start Our Year Successfully!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sarsfield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4432103_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1498185399594","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4432103"},{"teacherId":7159052,"projectId":10658114,"letterContent":"The new equipment that we were able to purchase through the generous donations brought curiosity and interest to my students. They asked what the new equipment was and asked me to show them how to do the exercises. \r\n\r\nAlthough some students are not able to do (dips - in the pics) right now, they try it all the time. Other exercises that can be done are hanging knee ups, and pull ups. More students try and do hanging knee ups than dips, because it is easier. \r\n\r\nThank you for the donations that allow us to help teach better and to give our students the opportunities to be successful.","fullyFundedDate":1789854617226,"projectUrl":"project/fitness-motivation/10658114/","projectTitle":"Fitness Motivation","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Yoshioka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7159052"},{"teacherId":7941107,"projectId":10103058,"letterContent":"Creating an organized, sensory-rich environment is essential for helping students with special needs feel secure, focused, and ready to learn. The 20-seat \"Criss-Cross Applesauce\" smiley rug and the extra-large microsuede Sofa Sack bean bag lounger will transform our room by establishing clear, defined spaces for group instruction, independent reading, and calm-down breaks. To help manage sensory overload and promote focus during intensive math tasks, the relaxing jellyfish lamp with white noise and speaker capabilities—paired with vibrant flamingo neon lighting—creates a soothing visual and auditory sanctuary. Furthermore, flexible chair bands give fidgety feet an active, non-disruptive outlet for physical movement, helping students with ADHD and sensory needs stay regulated and present right at their desks.\r\n\r\nBeyond physical comfort and regulation, having high-quality organizational tools, writing essentials, and motivational incentives helps maintain smooth daily routines and student engagement. Durable 2-pocket plastic folders, smooth Pilot G2 gel pens, wacky cap erasers, and fun water bottle stickers ensure every student is equipped for class, while reward stickers give them a personalized way to celebrate their progress. Additionally, classic strategy games like Chess, Checkers, and Guess Who? offer meaningful brain breaks that promote critical thinking, spatial reasoning, and positive peer interaction. Paired with dough stress cubes for anxiety relief and Lysol wipes to maintain a clean, healthy space, these resources ensure our classroom remains a clean, welcoming, and empowering environment where all students can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1771600441163,"projectUrl":"project/mr-cowleys-safe-iss-environment/10103058/","projectTitle":"Mr. Cowley's Safe ISS Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Cowley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7941107"},{"teacherId":7941107,"projectId":9774572,"letterContent":"For students with diverse learning needs, math class can often bring feelings of stress and self-doubt. Creating a structured system of positive reinforcement is one of the most effective ways to build academic stamina and motivate students to take on challenging problem-solving tasks. Anchored by a two-player Pop-A-Shot arcade basketball game and classic strategy games like Connect 4, Jenga, and Tic-Tac-Toe, these resources will serve as powerful motivators for completing daily assignments, meeting IEP goal benchmarks, and demonstrating positive classroom behavior. Engaging in quick, structured game breaks allows students to clear their minds, celebrate their hard work, and practice valuable social-emotional skills like turn-taking, strategy, and teamwork with their peers.\r\n\r\nEqually important is providing flexible space and sensory supports so students can regulate their emotions and recharge during the school day. The plush Lakeshore classroom rug and memory foam bean bag chairs will create a dedicated \"calm-down corner\" and flexible break area, offering a safe, cozy space for students to decompress when feeling overwhelmed or sensory-fatigued. Paired with mini slow-rising stress balls and flamingo bubble fidgets, students have accessible, discreet self-regulation tools right at their fingertips. By pairing strong behavioral incentives with cozy, sensory-friendly spaces, this project transforms our classroom into a supportive environment where students feel valued, regulated, and excited to come to math class every day.","fullyFundedDate":1759429205705,"projectUrl":"project/bean-bags-basketball-building-better/9774572/","projectTitle":"Bean Bags & Basketball: Building Better Breaks","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Cowley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7941107"},{"teacherId":7941107,"projectId":9161176,"letterContent":"Creating a structured, multi-sensory environment is key to helping middle school special education students overcome math anxiety and access grade-level concepts. With foundational visual aids like the Sproutbrite middle school math posters and the interactive multiplication chart puzzle, my 8th graders will have clear, permanent references to reinforce essential math vocabulary and operations. Hands-on tools like the Ten-Frame sensory poppers combine tactile engagement with math practice, giving tactile learners a concrete way to visualize numbers while serving as a calming focus tool. To keep our classroom organized and predictable—a crucial support for students with IEPs—heavy-duty foldable magazine file holders will ensure every student has an easily accessible, color-coded home for their daily math binders, graphic organizers, and lesson materials.\r\n\r\nIn addition to targeted academic tools, optimizing our physical environment plays a powerful role in focus, behavior regulation, and social-emotional growth. The Bluetooth JBL portable speaker and music-syncing LED strip lights will allow us to pair auditory and visual cues for smooth classroom transitions, controlled work periods, and calming background audio during independent practice. To reward effort and encourage positive behavior, an indoor mini basketball hoop offers an exciting, active break that motivates students to complete challenging math tasks. Combined with sensory fidget packs for self-regulation, vibrant Crayola markers for color-coding multi-step problems, and welcoming tropical classroom decor, these resources build an inviting, high-energy environment where students feel safe, supported, and eager to learn every day.","fullyFundedDate":1742012031493,"projectUrl":"project/mr-cs-chill-class-to-learn/9161176/","projectTitle":"Mr. C's Chill Class to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Cowley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7941107"},{"teacherId":7941107,"projectId":8216460,"letterContent":"Every student learns differently, and in an 8th-grade Special Education Resource Math classroom, having hands-on visual tools and high-quality organization supplies makes a world of difference. The magnetic $XY$-axis grid will directly transform how we explore coordinate graphing, slope, and algebraic relationships, giving students a tactile and highly visual way to manipulate points and understand abstract math concepts. Paired with heavy-duty folders to keep personalized IEP graphic organizers sorted, ergonomic TriWrite pencils to support fine-motor needs, and a rich variety of art markers and colored pencils, students can color-code complex multi-step math problems. These essentials provide the structured, accessible framework my students need to reduce cognitive fatigue and gain true confidence in their problem-solving abilities.Beyond core academic instruction, creating a supportive, calm, and vibrant learning environment is crucial for my students' emotional regulation and daily focus. Math can often trigger anxiety for diverse learners; adding adjustable LED strip lights and fun flamingo-themed decor creates a welcoming, sensory-friendly atmosphere that helps ease stress the moment students walk through the door. Furthermore, having a dedicated set of sensory fidget toys—such as motion timers, squishies, and stress balls—gives students appropriate, proactive tools to self-regulate when feeling overwhelmed during challenging tasks. By blending targeted instructional aids with proactive sensory supports, this project empowers my students to manage frustration, stay engaged in their learning, and successfully meet their individual IEP goals.","fullyFundedDate":1708024981052,"projectUrl":"project/mr-cs-paradise-learning-classroom/8216460/","projectTitle":"Mr. C's Paradise Learning Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Cowley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7941107"},{"teacherId":7941107,"projectId":8041076,"letterContent":"n my 8th-grade Special Education Resource Math classroom, clear visual aids and predictable routines are essential for helping students understand complex math concepts and stay engaged. Because every student in my class learns with an Individualized Education Program (IEP), rely heavily on graphic organizers, step-by-step videos, and interactive problem-solving on the board to make lessons accessible. However, our current SMART Board frequently freezes or shuts down midway through instruction. These sudden technical interruptions disrupt our carefully structured routines, causing immense frustration for students who thrive on predictability and making it difficult to maintain their focus and momentum.\r\n\r\nA new, reliable high-definition television will completely revitalize our math block, giving my students the seamless, engaging learning environment they deserve. Instead of losing precious instructional time to tech glitches, I will be able to consistently present fun, vibrant math activities, instructional videos, and clear visual representations that bring 8th-grade math to life. Having dependable technology ensures my students remain motivated, confident, and supported as they work toward their individual IEP goals without unnecessary anxiety. Your support will directly transform our daily lessons into a bright, frustration-free space where all of my students can truly excel.","fullyFundedDate":1700357623951,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-math-kids-see-our-math-problems/8041076/","projectTitle":"Help My Math Kids See Our Math Problems More Clear!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Cowley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7941107"},{"teacherId":7941107,"projectId":5689644,"letterContent":"Our vibrant classroom reflects the rich diversity of Oahu, bringing together local students born and raised in Kailua, military families, and newcomers drawn to Hawaii's Na Honua Mauli 'Ola philosophy of holistic learning and cultural respect. Within our inclusive special education co-teaching environment, educators, special education teachers, and support staff work side by side to nurture every student's academic, social, and emotional growth. Because our students possess a wide range of learning styles and performance levels, providing tailored accommodations is essential to ensuring every child can access the curriculum and thrive alongside their peers.\r\n\r\nUpgrading from our aging SMART Board to a large, crisp television will directly transform how our students interact with daily math lessons. Many of our learners rely on clear visual aids written into their IEPs, and a high-definition screen ensures that visually impaired students and those processing information at a different pace won't miss a thing. From projecting step-by-step instructional videos and interactive game-show reviews to showcasing student-created presentations and real-world math applications like architecture and angles, this new display will make abstract concepts tangible. It will also serve as a vital tool during collaborative IEP meetings and distance learning, giving our diverse learners the bright, reliable technology they deserve to build lasting confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1629306521701,"projectUrl":"project/tvs-are-for-learning-in-school-not-netf/5689644/","projectTitle":"TVs Are for Learning in School, Not Netflix","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Cowley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7941107"},{"teacherId":8355550,"projectId":10458062,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students now have access to snacks that help keep them nourished, focused, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nMany of our learning experiences take place outdoors, where students are actively working in our māla, exploring agriculture, and connecting with the ʻāina. Having snacks available gives students the energy they need to participate fully without hunger getting in the way.\r\n\r\nMore importantly, these snacks remind our students that their well-being matters and that a community of caring people supports their learning.\r\n\r\nMahalo for helping us nourish both minds and bodies, one snack at a time!","fullyFundedDate":1789786558835,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-for-learning-snacks-and-organizati/10458062/","projectTitle":"Fuel for Learning: Snacks and Organization for Middle Schoolers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Espie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8355550_orig.jpg?crop=1443,1443,x334,y243&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678430010076","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/farmtofork-introtoag"},{"teacherId":10091614,"projectId":10371139,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for all of your support and donations for our class supplies! My students and I are so grateful that you were able to donate tissues and Clorox wipes to our classroom. I don't want to jinx it but so far we have been pretty good about cleaning up after ourselves and wiping down the surfaces. I have noticed that my students are more comfortable blowing their noses or using tissues after there was multiple boxes out around the room. Before I put them out, some of the students would continue sniffling to avoid walking in front of the class to get a tissue. However, now that we have boxes placed around the room, they seem more comfortable going to a box that is closer to them. One again, mahalo nui loa!!","fullyFundedDate":1785163628303,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-cleanliness/10371139/","projectTitle":"Classroom Cleanliness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Scales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10091614"},{"teacherId":4432103,"projectId":10224808,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to the students in my classroom. The EXPO cleaning spray is extremely helpful since my students are frequently learning at vertical whiteboard spaces to engage them in mathematical conversations. The playing cards are used as a strategy to create random groups when students are at the whiteboards. They find their group by going to the whiteboard with their matching card. The Jumbo cards are helpful so students can easily see which board they are at.\r\nThank you for the cosmetic bags. They seem like a small donation but they were immediately filled with feminine products for students. I had the pads and wipes from a previous project but the bags that I used to put them in were taken by students, which I understand they might need so I appreciate being able to put out new bags so students can have the basic necessities for hygiene.\r\n The other supplies in this project help to make our classroom more organized and clean to run efficiently. We appreciate your generosity to the futures of the students.","fullyFundedDate":1778023643612,"projectUrl":"project/requests-for-classroom-refresh/10224808/","projectTitle":"Requests for Classroom Refresh","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sarsfield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4432103_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1498185399594","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4432103"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50936","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":753,"numTeachers":54,"percentFrplEligible":21,"percentAsian":6,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":35,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":21,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":11,"percentMultiracialImputed":22,"gradesServed":"7 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"13.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":60.3,"schoolId":50936,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Kailua Intermediate School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Kailua Intermediate School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/windward-school-district/kailua-intermediate-school/50936"}