{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kaleio'puu Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":36.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9554807,"projectId":10107108,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made such a difference in our classroom already! When my students first walked in and saw the new library carpet, flexible seating, puzzles, and organization tools, they were beyond excited. They couldn't wait to try everything out, and it was so special seeing them immediately settle into the cozy spaces with books. One moment that really stood out was during indoor recess when a group of students worked together to finish a puzzle. They encouraged each other, shared ideas, and were so proud to show me when they completed it. It was such a great reminder of how these resources are helping build not only academic skills, but also confidence, teamwork, and friendships.\r\n\r\nWe use these new resources every single day, and they've already helped create a calmer, more welcoming classroom environment where students feel comfortable taking risks and sharing their ideas. Thank you for helping create a classroom where my students feel excited, supported, and truly seen each day.","fullyFundedDate":1771720405690,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-minds-bright-futures/10107108/","projectTitle":"Colorful Minds, Bright Futures","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9554807_orig.jpg?crop=885,885,x2384,y1542&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771723147959","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9554807"},{"teacherId":2188623,"projectId":10103903,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to help support art resource classes from grades Pre-Kindergarten thru sixth grade! At the end of the year all grade levels did some type of painting ! Students usually are not exposed to lots of painting! This year Kindergartner painted rainbows and added patterns, fourth grade painted value underwater seas scapes, third grade painted flowers like Van Gogh, second grade painted warm and cool butterflies while leaning about symmetry, sixth grade painted watercolor name mandalas! Quality paint really makes a difference in the outcome of the final products! Thank you so much again for supporting visual arts!","fullyFundedDate":1771606373505,"projectUrl":"project/for-the-love-of-art/10103903/","projectTitle":"For the Love of Art!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ishigaki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2188623_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536826074482","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2188623"},{"teacherId":9939912,"projectId":10107219,"letterContent":"The items generously provided through DonorsChoose for our \"Gardening for All\" project have had a meaningful impact on our natural resources class. Students are now able to actively grow plants, explore hydroponics, test soil pH, and engage in a variety of hands-on gardening projects using the books and tools you provided. These experiences have made gardening more accessible and have created a positive, engaging learning environment. Students are not only learning how to grow herbs and flowers, but also developing a deeper appreciation for natural resources and sustainable practices. Thank you for helping make this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1771732789229,"projectUrl":"project/natural-resource-gardening-for-all/10107219/","projectTitle":"Natural Resource Gardening for All","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Napier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9939912"},{"teacherId":2188623,"projectId":9773340,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping to provide my students with more art experiences in the art resource classroom. They enjoyed using the products that were purchased from your generosity in continuing to support the arts program here at our school. \r\nWe used the paints to complete numerous art projects from Pre-School to Sixth. The fourth graders used the round cardboard circles to weave a star for our winter display. They also used the paint and paint pens to decorate and design the background for their star weaving. The sixth graders used the paint pens to decorate their winter star ornament which was also used for our winter display! Pre-Schoolers are always painting one thing or another using the paint you helped donated to your school! So thank you very much for always supporting our arts program!","fullyFundedDate":1759235830857,"projectUrl":"project/just-paint/9773340/","projectTitle":"Just Paint!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ishigaki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2188623_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536826074482","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2188623"},{"teacherId":9917019,"projectId":9822540,"letterContent":"The arrival of these sensory and organizational tools has completely transformed our classroom energy. When the students first saw the variety of fidgets, ten-frame poppers, and spiky rings, their excitement was palpable. They were especially drawn to the Mindful Maze Boards, which have become a cornerstone of our daily self-regulation strategies. One particularly impactful moment occurred when a student, feeling overwhelmed by a writing assignment, independently used a sensory strip on their desk to ground themselves. This small moment of self-regulation allowed them to refocus and complete their work with confidence rather than anxiety.\r\nBeyond the sensory benefits, organizational supplies like the thermal laminator, sheet protectors, and desktop file organizers have streamlined our daily routines. By having materials laminated and ready to use, we spend less time on transitions and more time on active learning. We have already begun laminating anchor charts for Math and ELA to ensure they last all year. Additionally, the sentence-building cards and handwriting stamps have become daily staples, providing clear, tactile structures for our literacy blocks. These resources ensure our classroom is a well-managed space where every student feels they have the tools to succeed.\r\nOur next steps involve integrating these tools into our upcoming Social Studies unit. We will use the laminator and Mood Flip Book to help students create and preserve posters illustrating their life stories and the diverse emotions shared by their families. This project has empowered 22 students to take ownership of their learning and emotional well-being, proving that with the right tools, focus, and growth are always within reach.","fullyFundedDate":1760376777963,"projectUrl":"project/a-well-managed-engaging-classroom-full/9822540/","projectTitle":"A Well-Managed, Engaging Classroom: Full of Focus, Organization, and Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. J","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9917019_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740505593748","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cjorgensen"},{"teacherId":9664849,"projectId":9869880,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your contributions to our grade 1 classroom. \r\nThe students were very excited when they saw all the new materials they received from this project. Once the mailbox and bookshelf were shipped my family helped me to assemble them right away. The students were happy to have a new clean mailbox that was more appropriate for their height. The book shelf was very helpful for organizing my leveled books and providing extra counter space for the students supplies. The magnetic ten-frames have been a game changer for math instruction. It saves so much time for the students and I. We no longer have to draw ten-frames from scratch and take the time to erase them. I have also been using the plastic bowls to pass out math tools to students. Before this we only had plastic cups. I have also been giving the pencil grips to many of my students. I have noticed improvement in their handwriting and writing speed. I think their favorite gift was the pencil sharpener. They find it so fascinating, which is adorable. Once again thank you so much for helping our class!","fullyFundedDate":1762106192927,"projectUrl":"project/helping-little-learners-grow/9869880/","projectTitle":"Helping Little Learners Grow!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Leong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9664849"},{"teacherId":10328944,"projectId":9867433,"letterContent":"Because of your incredible support, my students have transitioned from mere learners to budding designers. Your donation, of which I purchased, drawing books and art supplies, has done more than just provide paper and ink; it has sparked a profound passion for product design that resonates throughout the classroom every day. With these resources as a foundation for inspiration, I have watched my students lean into the challenges of creativity and critical thinking with newfound grit. They are no longer just completing assignments; they are genuinely striving to do their best work, fueled by the knowledge that they have the tools necessary to succeed.\r\n\r\nThe transformation in the classroom environment has been nothing short of inspiring. Beyond the technical skills, this project has fostered a significant shift in overall student behavior and self-discipline. By having a focused outlet for their ideas, students have committed themselves to a path of continuous improvement and personal growth. I have captured several photos of their progress that clearly showcase their evolving designs and the pride they take in their craftsmanship. Thank you for investing in their potential and for helping them see themselves as capable, innovative thinkers.","fullyFundedDate":1762315788138,"projectUrl":"project/building-our-product-design-idea-factor/9867433/","projectTitle":"Building Our Product Design \"Idea Factory\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Otake","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10328944"},{"teacherId":8252752,"projectId":9278577,"letterContent":"After receiving the books, my students were able to read the books and look at the pictures. They all thoroughly enjoyed it. They all looked through them every day before the school year ended.i am in a different grade level and will continue to use it with my students. Thank you all for gifting these amazing, books for my students. My students were also greatly interested in all the different stories about responsibility and daily living skills, so much theY they began using the skills learned from the books. I know that the more they read about the different skills the more they were able to do it.","fullyFundedDate":1746787221931,"projectUrl":"project/sel-yah-level-up-special-ed-futures-wit/9278577/","projectTitle":"SEL Yah! Level Up Special Ed Futures with Your Gift","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Matute","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8252752_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746410722501","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msma2tay"},{"teacherId":2188623,"projectId":9156461,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your continued support for the arts program at our school. The students always look forward to coming to Art Resource class!\r\nSince they have limited time in class the tempera paint sticks are a quick way for them to complete their numerous projects! Tempera sticks also give me other options for various projects! It's also easy for younger students to use! They like the ease and versatility of the tempera sticks!\r\nThank you once again for your generous donation and support to our school!","fullyFundedDate":1741807524139,"projectUrl":"project/a-different-way-of-painting-in-art-class/9156461/","projectTitle":"A Different Way of Painting in Art Class!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ishigaki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2188623_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536826074482","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2188623"},{"teacherId":9554807,"projectId":9171389,"letterContent":"When the boxes of chapter books, reading posters, shelves, and organization supplies arrived, my students were thrilled! Their eyes lit up as they explored the new books, pointing out titles they had been hoping to read. The colorful posters hung proudly around our classroom library, reminding students of key strategies to use while reading. The new shelves and bins have helped create a welcoming and organized library space, making it easier for students to find books they're excited about.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generous donation, my students now have a wider variety of chapter books to choose from for their daily reading logs. This has encouraged them to challenge themselves and read longer, more complex texts. I'd noticed students became more confident and engaged in their independent reading time. As we continue building strong reading habits, these resources have helped them grow their skills and reach higher reading levels.","fullyFundedDate":1742144483031,"projectUrl":"project/chapter-by-chapter-building-a-love-for/9171389/","projectTitle":"Chapter by Chapter: Building a Love for Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9554807_orig.jpg?crop=885,885,x2384,y1542&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771723147959","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9554807"},{"teacherId":8824065,"projectId":7215109,"letterContent":"The sensory items that were donated not only have given my students the sensory immersive experience of learning, but other special education students throughout the school who need sensory breaks from their inclusive and other settings. The sensory swing itself has brought many of my students regulation over the last couple of years and I cannot expressive enough gratitude for these items. The sensory pod and bean bag chair have created a part of the classroom in order to calm down and regulate their emotions or have time to themselves during their chosen breaks. Even though my students have been enjoying these items for some time now, every single day they are running into the classroom to either plop themselves into the pods and bean bag chair or hop onto the swing for a couple of swings. The tent brought my students peace for 1.5 school years when they needed a calm space or they needed to take some deep breaths throughout the day. Lastly, the sensory liquid squares gave my students with visual sensory needs gave my students a sense of sensory engagement they had been yearning for (in a way that didn't include using a tablet). 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