{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kailua Intermediate School","outOfStateSupporters":39.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9157286,"projectId":9672569,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation! The diverse literature fills the gap and meets the needs of all of our readers! \r\nWhat does reading look like in our classroom? We engage in novel studies, individual reading with our \"Drop Everything and Read\" (DEAR) sessions, as well as students creating their own unique stories. \r\nTo quote the late author, Rudolfo Anaya, reading quenches the thirst of imagination while igniting new fires. Thank you again for your kind hearts and generous donations to make our literary wishes come true! \r\nAloha!","fullyFundedDate":1765826192924,"projectUrl":"project/breaking-down-walls-with-our-classroom-l/9672569/","projectTitle":"Breaking Down Walls with Our Classroom Library","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Elsbury","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9157286"},{"teacherId":7941502,"projectId":10108623,"letterContent":"Thank you for the generous donation. My Physical Education and school basketball team was very excited for the new basketballs. We have been using them to practice and get better at shooting, passing and dribbling. The students are also very excited to use them during recess and lunch. The basketball court is full of students playing. \r\n\r\nThank you for the snacks. My PE classes and school weightlifting club students were very happy to receive them, especially after a strenuous workout and PE class. \r\n\r\nWe are also grateful for the supplies as it helps us work on our sports and nutrition project to share with the class. \r\n\r\nThank you for your continuous support!","fullyFundedDate":1771733254802,"projectUrl":"project/daily-necessities-and-snacks/10108623/","projectTitle":"Daily Necessities and Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hamada","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7941502"},{"teacherId":10091614,"projectId":9860261,"letterContent":"Oh my goodness, I'm not quite too sure where to start. Thank you so much for your donation of our headphones, organizer, and stickers. The students ABSOLUTELY LOVE them! Independent work time has never been this efficient and not to mention quiet! The students focus more when they're not arguing which song should be played next or if someone next to them is playing their video too loudly. They work so efficiently now and I must say I believe that by having these in the classroom, they turn in more work! Their grades look a lot better this semester. Not to mention their attitude towards their work has changed since they can now listen to their personal playlists and assigned videos at their own pace. Thank you again!!!","fullyFundedDate":1765486024794,"projectUrl":"project/hearing-history/9860261/","projectTitle":"Hearing History","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Scales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10091614"},{"teacherId":8355550,"projectId":10104559,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our class now has about $500 worth of snacks that help students stay focused, calm, and ready to learn. We use them as a quick, respectful routine,students can grab a snack and water before garden or kitchen work so they have the energy to participate safely and stay engaged.\r\n\r\nWhen the snacks arrived, students were excited and relieved. Several said things like, \"Wait, we can have one if we're hungry?\" Having food available builds trust and helps students feel cared for, which shows up immediately in better attention and teamwork.\r\n\r\nNext, we're continuing our Farm to Fork / agriculture lessons with stronger stamina and fewer disruptions, and we're adding student leadership by having students help manage the snack system (fair use, cleanup, and thank-you notes). Thank you for supporting our students in a way that makes daily learning possible.","fullyFundedDate":1771482605004,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-for-learning-snacks-and-organizati/10104559/","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":9792361,"projectId":9877383,"letterContent":"Holy guacamole have the students loved the new additions to the classroom! Every single period, I have students asking to use the wobble stools that we got due to your generous donations. They love the option of moving while learning and are super respectful about taking turns and returning the stools at the end of class. There's a significant number of students who I had no idea would enjoy the stools asking for them each period which is awesome to see.\r\n\r\nThe other core goal of this order was to provide extension opportunities for students who finish their work early or have an interest or passion for reading. The most popular title so far has been \"Percy Jackson!\" All students have access to the extension novels and I look forward to seeing more and more students thumbing through the collection as the years go on.\r\n\r\nFinally, my students have appreciated the new organization of their supplies and the \"goated\" pencil sharpener as they say. Every new addition like this simplifies the classroom routines and reroutes the focus towards learning so we thank you all!","fullyFundedDate":1762646524663,"projectUrl":"project/fidget-and-read/9877383/","projectTitle":"Fidget and Read!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9792361"},{"teacherId":539978,"projectId":10104507,"letterContent":"Adding a DSLR camera and a dedicated lavalier microphone to a classroom is a total game-changer. It's the difference between students \"playing around\" with tech and students engaging in professional-grade digital storytelling.\r\n\r\nHere is how these specific items impact the learning environment and elevate student outcomes:\r\n\r\n1. The Canon EOS Rebel T7: Elevating Visual Literacy\r\nWhile most students have a camera in their pocket (their phone), a DSLR like the T7 introduces them to the science and art of photography.\r\n\r\nTechnical Mastery: Students move beyond \"point and shoot.\" They learn the Exposure Triangle—how Aperture, Shutter Speed, and ISO work together. This builds critical thinking and manual dexterity.\r\n\r\nProfessional Standards: With a 24.1 MP sensor, the image quality is high enough for school yearbooks, high-quality portfolios, or community journalism. It gives their work a \"weight\" that builds confidence.\r\n\r\nCreative Focus: The 18-55mm lens allows students to experiment with depth of field (that blurry background effect), teaching them how to direct an audience's attention—a key skill in visual communication.\r\n\r\n2. The BOYA BY-M1 Microphone: The \"Secret Sauce\" of Video\r\nIn the world of content creation, audio is actually more important than video. People will watch a blurry video with clear audio, but they'll turn off a 4K video if the sound is echoing or muffled.\r\n\r\nClarity and Authority: This mic allows students to record crisp interviews, podcasts, or narrations. It removes the \"hollow\" sound of a classroom, making student projects sound professional and authoritative.\r\n\r\nEngagement: When students know they sound good, they are more likely to participate in public speaking or presentation assignments. It lowers the \"cringe factor\" of hearing their own voices on recordings.\r\n\r\nVersatility: Since this mic works with both the Canon DSLR and smartphones, it teaches students about hardware compatibility and the importance of external peripherals in a production workflow.","fullyFundedDate":1771469789814,"projectUrl":"project/all-the-news-thats-fit-to-snap/10104507/","projectTitle":"All the News That's Fit to Snap","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Rodrigues","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp539978_orig.jpg?crop=300,300,x0,y62&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1626930975590","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lrodrigues"},{"teacherId":10294354,"projectId":9886155,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your amazing kindness! Our 8th-grade classroom is so much better now thanks to the flexible seating, snacks, glitter, sheet protectors, and all the great supplies like glue and highlighters. When the boxes first arrived, my students were so excited. They couldn't believe that people who don't even know them would send so many nice things. Seeing their faces light up over new pencils and a fresh pencil sharpener was wonderful. It makes them feel like their education really matters to the community.\r\n\r\nWe are already using these items every single day. The flexible seating has made our reading time so much better because students can finally get comfortable while they dive into their books. Just last week, we used the highlighters and dry erase markers to separate claim, evidence, and reasoning in a short story. The snacks have also been a huge help during our afternoon lessons when everyone starts to get hungry and tired. Even the Lysol and board cleaner help us keep our room looking great and feeling fresh.\r\n\r\nAt the start of quarter four, students will begin putting together their final writing portfolios. The students will be using the sheet protectors to keep their notes safe and the staple remover to fix up their rough drafts. Next, they will be making final posters to show what they learned, which is where the glitter and glue will really come in handy! Your help has given them the tools they need to be creative and stay organized. Thank you for making our classroom a better place to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1764609698506,"projectUrl":"project/first-year-teacher-supply-list/9886155/","projectTitle":"First Year Teacher Supply List","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Krawczyk","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10294354"},{"teacherId":9657348,"projectId":9772200,"letterContent":"Mahalo for your incredible generosity and support of my students. Your kindness is making a real and lasting difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nI am so grateful for how you have invested in a group of students who are endlessly curious, creative, and hardworking. They bring so much energy and enthusiasm into our classroom every day, and because of you, I can now provide them with meaningful opportunities to connect language learning with culture, creativity, and community.\r\n\r\nThe laptop screen extender is already transforming the way I teach. It allows me to display lessons more clearly, share resources seamlessly, and keep students engaged with interactive visuals. The poster board, pens, beads, and washi tape are giving students hands-on ways to express themselves while practicing language skills. Watching them create cultural projects with pride has been incredibly rewarding.\r\n\r\nThe origami paper and sushi molds have brought Japanese traditions to life in ways that textbooks simply cannot. Students light up when they can physically create something connected to what they are learning. These tangible experiences make the language feel real and memorable.\r\n\r\nThe snacks have been especially meaningful. Knowing that no student has to focus on learning while hungry helps create a classroom where everyone feels cared for. The classroom essentials — from hall passes to cleaning supplies and stress-relief tools — ensure that our space stays safe, organized, and welcoming for all.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is more than just a place to learn vocabulary — it is a space where students feel supported, energized, and excited to grow. Thank you for believing in my students and for helping create an environment where they can truly thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1759419526781,"projectUrl":"project/creativity-culture-and-care-building/9772200/","projectTitle":"Creativity, Culture, and Care: Building a Welcoming Japanese Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ornellas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9657348"},{"teacherId":9657348,"projectId":9161546,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students are now able to experience Japanese language and culture in a hands-on, meaningful way every single day. Instead of only reading about vocabulary or writing on plain paper, they are actively creating, practicing, and immersing themselves in the language.\r\n\r\nOne of our favorite classroom moments was when students first opened the origami paper. Their excitement was immediate — they were amazed by the bright colors and patterns. We used the paper to practice colors and shapes in Japanese while I gave step-by-step directions entirely in Japanese. Students were so focused on listening carefully so they could successfully complete their origami creations. When they finished, many proudly held up their cranes and said the colors aloud in Japanese without prompting. It was a powerful moment of confidence and joy.\r\n\r\nThe calligraphy brushes and ink have brought a completely new level of engagement to our kanji lessons. Students were fascinated by the ink and the careful brush strokes required. You could feel the room grow quiet with concentration as they practiced writing characters slowly and intentionally. Several students commented that it made them feel like \"real Japanese artists.\" This experience helped them understand that writing kanji is not just memorization — it is also an art form rooted in culture.\r\n\r\nThe flashcards have strengthened our daily speaking practice. Students use them in partner games, rapid-response drills, and role-play conversations. I've seen students who were previously hesitant to speak now volunteering to participate because they feel more confident with the vocabulary.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we will continue building on these skills by combining art and language in larger cultural projects. Students will create mini cultural showcases that incorporate origami displays, written kanji art, and spoken presentations. These materials are helping us move toward a more immersive classroom where students don't just learn about Japanese — they experience it.\r\n\r\nYour support has made our classroom more interactive, creative, and joyful. My students feel proud of their work, more confident in their abilities, and more connected to the culture behind the language. Thank you for giving them these opportunities.","fullyFundedDate":1742129751806,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-japanese-to-life-hands-on-lear/9161546/","projectTitle":"Bringing Japanese to Life: Hands-On Learning Through Language and Culture","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ornellas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9657348"},{"teacherId":8355550,"projectId":9772224,"letterContent":"Aloha Donors,\r\n\r\nMahalo nui loa for your generous donation of class snacks! Your kindness helps keep our students fueled, focused, and ready to learn—especially on busy days when they're coming from PE, rushing in from lunch, or trying to power through the last periods of the day.\r\n\r\nFor many middle schoolers, a small snack can make a big difference. It helps them settle their bodies, regulate their energy, and stay engaged in learning instead of being distracted by hunger. Your support also helps build a classroom culture where students feel cared for and supported—like they belong here.\r\n\r\nThank you for showing up for our ki","fullyFundedDate":1759195694308,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-for-learning-snacks-organization/9772224/","projectTitle":"Fuel for Learning: Snacks & 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":4432103,"projectId":9772853,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donations to the students of my classroom and the students at Kailua Intermediate. We put the EXPO markers to use right away at our vertical whiteboards to make learning more engaging and collaborative.\r\nThe students were very excited to see big boxes arriving for our classroom. They saw the support and were shocked that the materials were all purchased donations to our classroom, not purchased by myself or the school.\r\nWe are going to continue our learning on the vertical whiteboards to make learning interactive and engaging to all students.","fullyFundedDate":1759410200301,"projectUrl":"project/supply-school-wide-math-celebration/9772853/","projectTitle":"Supply School Wide Math Celebration!","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":8826326,"projectId":9776486,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations! I'm so grateful to have financial assistance in improving my classroom for the benefit of my students. Your contributions mean a lot to the middle schoolers here in Kailua!\r\n\r\nThe futons have been a huge hit - students enjoy lounging there to read books, or even just relax after an assignment is complete. They love the weighted duck stuffed animal, and the headphones have obviously been very practical and useful. What a difference it makes to have functioning headphones for the entire class!\r\n\r\nThank you so much for all of your help!","fullyFundedDate":1759584062005,"projectUrl":"project/a-better-classroom/9776486/","projectTitle":"A Better Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Thomas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8826326"}],"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","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"}