{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kailua Intermediate School","outOfStateSupporters":39.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7139172,"projectId":9015759,"letterContent":"Esports is really gaining traction in this era, and my students are finding community within the Esports realm. We are still experimenting with shoutcasting and other career opportunities besides gaming. \r\n\r\nWith this growing industry, it's important for me to allow students to try new things to see if they are good at it or enjoy doing it. That way, they can continue to pursue their passions in high school and perhaps create a career out of it. This is my dream for my students in Esports. I love that Hawaii is such a supportive Esports community.","fullyFundedDate":1734998521958,"projectUrl":"project/esports-streaming-part-2/9015759/","projectTitle":"Esports Streaming Part 2","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Laeha","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7139172"},{"teacherId":7139172,"projectId":9772661,"letterContent":"Students really appreciate having snacks, especially after SBA standardized testing. Taking a test for 2 hours, 3-4 days in a row can feel pretty brutal. But knowing that there's yummy snacks waiting for them is a real motivator for these middle schoolers.\r\n\r\nBeyond that, just the notion of a teacher having snacks for them is a symbol of love and care. When students feel loved, they feel like they belong, and they look forward to coming to school and participating in what the teacher has planned for them.","fullyFundedDate":1759422762403,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-sustenance/9772661/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Sustenance","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Laeha","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7139172"},{"teacherId":7139172,"projectId":9162119,"letterContent":"Students have really enjoyed coming to class knowing that they have a closet full of snacks that they have access to. This really builds a community of care and a sense of belonging.\r\n\r\nMy students' eyes lit up when they realized that I had got them snacks on their wishlists. Sometimes doing SEL lessons on a hot day in the afternoon is not what they're hoping to do, but the promise of a snack afterward helps them get through the lesson which is really helpful for their emotional growth. Just to get them to do it is half the battle, and then they really appreciate what they've done.","fullyFundedDate":1742008307750,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-and-supplies/9162119/","projectTitle":"Snacks and Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Laeha","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7139172"},{"teacherId":8826055,"projectId":9776937,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing the whiteboards for our classroom. They have quickly become an indispensable tool in our daily routine, and the impact on the students' learning environment was immediate.\r\n\r\nWe have been utilizing them heavily for community building and active participation. The whiteboards allow every single student to formulate and share their ideas simultaneously, transforming passive listening into an interactive, collaborative experience. It has been wonderful to see how a simple tool can lower the barrier to participation and bring the students closer together during group activities.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, they have completely streamlined our review sessions. I can now scan the room and get instant, visual feedback on student understanding, allowing me to adjust my teaching on the fly. Thank you for investing in our classroom; your support has truly enhanced our daily learning dynamic.","fullyFundedDate":1759450265569,"projectUrl":"project/building-an-interactive-ela-classroom/9776937/","projectTitle":"Building an Interactive ELA Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bettencourt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8826055"},{"teacherId":8825694,"projectId":10103321,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support as we wrap up another school year. Because of your kindness, we were able to provide my students with the essential supplies and engaging games they needed to finish the year on a high note.\r\n\r\nThe end of the school year can be a transition full of mixed emotions, but your gift created an environment where students could relax, laugh, and connect. These games weren't just a fun distraction they were powerful tools that helped myself and the students build deeper relationships, foster teamwork, and create lasting memories.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your investment in our community and our youth. You didn't just give them supplies; you gave them a joyful space to belong.","fullyFundedDate":1771518431806,"projectUrl":"project/finishing-strong-growing-together/10103321/","projectTitle":"Finishing Strong, Growing Together","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8825694"},{"teacherId":9683859,"projectId":10103647,"letterContent":"My advisory students were especially excited about the rug as both a space for connection and relaxation. Since they're constantly bustling from one class to the next, it can be really refreshing to sit/lie down and be playful. \r\n\r\nThe students of course LOVE the markers and are constantly using them to write down ideas, doodle, and just have fun. \r\n\r\nI'm looking forward to using the calculators to strengthen my students' understanding of proportions and scientific notation, both skills that they will use beyond the science classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1771526372451,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-our-classroom/10103647/","projectTitle":"Enhancing Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reddy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9683859"},{"teacherId":2457696,"projectId":10105929,"letterContent":"The introduction of the Kamehameha I biographies and the sticky easel paper has shifted the academic landscape of our classroom, turning a standard history unit into a profound exercise in cultural identity and critical inquiry. For my students, these biographies are not merely informational texts; they are primary vehicles for teaching complex literacy skills such as synthesizing multiple perspectives, evaluating leadership qualities, and making evidence based claims. By engaging with the legacy of the Kamehameha I, my students are developing the sophisticated ability to connect historical narratives to the contemporary social structures of their own lives.\r\n\r\nReading is a vibrant, communal, and highly visible process. Rather than a sedentary activity, it has become an active investigation. With the class set of books, every student has equal access to the core text, while the sticky easel paper serves as a canvas for our \"Visible Thinking\" routines. On any given day, reading looks like small clusters of students standing around large format posters, mapping out complex timelines, and debating the strategic nuances of island unification. This environment encourages students to move their ideas physically, allowing them to visualize the architecture of history rather than just memorizing facts.\r\n\r\nThis project has had a particularly profound impact on our kinesthetic learners and those students who are just beginning to find their voices as leaders. I have watched previously disengaged students take command of their small groups, using the easel paper to organize their peers' thoughts and lead \"gallery walks\" of their findings. The transformation is most visible in students who once struggled with reading stamina; because the content is locally relevant and the delivery is collaborative, they are now diving into the text with a sense of urgency and pride. Your support has empowered these young historians to not only study the concept of unity but to practice it daily as they work together to bring Hawaii's rich history to life on our classroom walls.","fullyFundedDate":1771628040199,"projectUrl":"project/big-ideas-on-big-paper-the-story-of-a-k/10105929/","projectTitle":"Big Ideas on Big Paper: The Story of a King","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2457696_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759181410724","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2457696"},{"teacherId":10437924,"projectId":10104574,"letterContent":"My art students and I want to extend a huge mahalo for your support! We have been incredibly busy in the art room, and it's all thanks to you.\r\n\r\nWe just finished our relief printmaking unit, and the students did an amazing job. Seeing them transform a plain rubber block into a custom carved stamp was such a highlight. To celebrate their hard work, we covered our entrance in their finished pieces - a beautiful way for every student to literally \"leave their mark\" on our space!\r\n\r\nNow, we are officially midway through our air-dry clay mask projects. The classroom is currently full of wire armatures and half-sculpted faces. It's been so much fun watching my middle schoolers tackle the challenge of building 3D forms and figuring out how to make their masks look realistic (and stay in one piece!).\r\n\r\nYou've truly turned our classroom into a \"multi-faceted\" studio. My students are learning that art is about more than just a flat drawing. It's about engineering, carving, and getting a little messy. We couldn't have done any of this without your generosity","fullyFundedDate":1771710243250,"projectUrl":"project/shaping-visions-3d-art-and-printmaking/10104574/","projectTitle":"Shaping Visions: 3D Art and Printmaking for 120 Middle Schoolers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ferguson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10437924_orig.jpg?crop=1287,1287,x176,y528&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771482331641","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10437924"},{"teacherId":10091614,"projectId":10111574,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the donations! The items that were given to us are used almost daily. For example, the highlighters have made a huge difference in our students overall grades and note taking abilities. The sensory pod, headphones, and fidgets have been a huge hit for my students with sensory needs. It has given them another way they can decompress and self-regulate. The sticky notes have improved in providing students the opportunity to respond and allow them to contribute quietly throughout the lesson. \r\nI understand this is a just a snippet of what these items have done for us, however, I do want to express my gratitude once more. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1771786529100,"projectUrl":"project/students-with-disabilities/10111574/","projectTitle":"Students with Disabilities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Scales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10091614"},{"teacherId":4474482,"projectId":10103519,"letterContent":"I am so incredibly grateful for the support of the Hawaii Department of Education in funding our DonorsChoose project. As the quote goes, \"THINKING - It's what we do when we don't know what to do,\" and your contribution is helping us harness the full power of the \"Building Thinking Classrooms\" framework. By providing the necessary tools, you are allowing my students to move beyond rote memorization to a place where they are truly talking math, exploring complex concepts, and creating knowledge together in a collaborative environment.\r\nThe impact of this donation extends far beyond simple arithmetic. Watching the students work in groups of three with a single marker has been transformative; they are forced to discuss strategies and ideas face-to-face to solve problems. This setup is teaching them the vital distinction between critique and criticism, showing them firsthand why seeking input from others makes them better learners and stronger teammates. These interpersonal skills are just as valuable as the mathematical fluency they are developing every day.\r\nThis year, we are specifically focused on using our new whiteboards to master graphing and understand how equations represent the world around us. The Scribbledo Jumbo Magnetic Coordinate Planes will allow us to visualize real-world data sets such as comparing screen time to step counts or study time to proficiency levels. Building Thinking Classroom pedagogy is making math tangible and relevant. Of course, none of this would be possible without the steady supply of Scribbledo fine-tip markers you've provided. Thank you for investing in our classroom and helping my students become the thinkers of tomorrow!","fullyFundedDate":1771457558125,"projectUrl":"project/building-thinking-classrooms-graphing-f/10103519/","projectTitle":"Building Thinking Classrooms- Graphing Focus","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Howe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4474482"},{"teacherId":4432103,"projectId":10103380,"letterContent":"Thank you for all of the supplies that you provided to my students. As you can see from the photos we use the EXPO markers almost daily both at the whiteboard desks and at our vertical non permanent surfaces. The students do a lot of collaboration during class and the EXPO markers help them to show their thinking to others. The pencils, glue sticks, and rulers helped to replenish our classroom supply that students can use. Now that it's the end of the school year students have run out or lost their supplies so I appreciate being able to offer them a pencil to borrow while they are in the classroom. The supplies that you donated help to make the classroom more prepared and effective in giving students opportunities to practice and learn mathematics in a collaborative and engaging way.","fullyFundedDate":1771508453480,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-success/10103380/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Success","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":10103821,"letterContent":"Your generosity has helped make our training center more equipped with more exercise modalities to increase student learning and understanding about fitness, health and exercise. With more equipment, the variety we have now, helps students practice and understand different ways to be be healthy and strong. We are becoming more of a multidimensional class and program because of the generosity of donors. \r\n\r\nStudents are really excited to see new equipment. They do not fail to ask, \"Wow. What is this for?\" without me even mentioning that we have new equipment. Now we can add these different exercises into their routine, which makes the workouts more versatile, exciting, and less monotonous. \r\n\r\nThe next steps is to try and get good anatomy models for the academic section of the class. Many of the models are very expensive, but maybe I can think something else like computer programs.","fullyFundedDate":1771684782094,"projectUrl":"project/missing-pieces-of-the-puzzle/10103821/","projectTitle":"Missing Pieces of the Puzzle","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Yoshioka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7159052"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50936","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":749,"numTeachers":54,"percentFrplEligible":24,"percentAsian":7,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":36,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":19,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":13,"percentMultiracialImputed":21,"gradesServed":"7 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"13.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":60.8,"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"}