{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kapolei High School","outOfStateSupporters":42.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9794052,"projectId":10108074,"letterContent":"The iPad and laptop chargers project through DonorsChoose will have a meaningful impact on the Business Academy students enrolled in the Digital Marketing course at Kapolei High School. In today's technology-driven learning environment, students rely heavily on school-issued devices to complete research, collaborate on projects, create digital content, and participate in online learning activities. Having reliable access to chargers ensures that students can remain engaged throughout the school day without interruptions caused by low or dead batteries. This support helps create a more equitable learning environment where every student has the tools needed to succeed academically and professionally.\r\n\r\nIn the Digital Marketing course, students use iPads and laptops to develop real-world business and marketing skills such as social media branding, graphic design, video production, website development, and data analysis. Consistent access to functioning devices allows students to fully participate in hands-on projects that mirror modern workplace expectations. The chargers will help maximize instructional time, increase student productivity, and encourage collaboration and creativity as students build portfolios and career-ready skills for future opportunities in business and marketing fields.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, this project supports student confidence and engagement by reducing the stress and frustration that comes from unreliable device access. By ensuring that students can keep their technology powered throughout the day, the Business Academy can continue providing innovative, technology-rich learning experiences that prepare students for college, careers, and entrepreneurship in an increasingly digital world.","fullyFundedDate":1771684604652,"projectUrl":"project/digital-marketing-content-creation/10108074/","projectTitle":"Digital Marketing Content Creation","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lobo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9794052"},{"teacherId":10439821,"projectId":10113961,"letterContent":"Thank you for the materials for my students to have hands on learning! They really enjoyed the kits provided. The impact of these kits was to see the motivation in my students to learn something new. Even my students who were in a different class wanted to experiment with the kits. To see my students excited faces and wanting to learn made a big difference in my class.\r\n\r\nIf I can have these experiences with my students, I will be a very happy teacher. Their reactions and discussion while working on the kits is the reward for every teacher to make a difference in their lives.","fullyFundedDate":1774206214449,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-high-school-students-learning/10113961/","projectTitle":"Empowering High School Students Learning in Active Inquiry Activities","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Mareko","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10439821"},{"teacherId":10248230,"projectId":10104701,"letterContent":"Mahalo for the incredible materials you provided for my Forensic Science and Human Physiology students! By using the Blood Typing Analysis kits, my students were able to hands-on examine the properties of red blood cells, including different types of antigens and antibodies. Studying these formed elements allowed them to create diverse blood models, analyzing both normal blood and the blood of patients with various hematological disorders. Students were amazed by the live agglutination reactions as the A, B, O, and Rh antigens reacted with their specific antibodies. You could hear the \"ah-ha!\" moments across the room as the clumping occurred. \r\n\r\nNow that my students understand the mechanics of blood typing, they are moving into a hands-on Forensic Crime Scene Analysis unit. They will apply these new skills to analyze \"evidence\" left at a simulated crime scene to narrow down a list of suspects. Thank you for providing my students and me with these invaluable learning experiences in our STEM classroom. Your generosity has brought science to life!","fullyFundedDate":1771632022913,"projectUrl":"project/forensic-blood-analysis/10104701/","projectTitle":"Forensic Blood Analysis","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ho","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10248230"},{"teacherId":6092905,"projectId":10108491,"letterContent":"Thank you for the tissues, paper towels, and wet wipes for my students at Kapolei High School. With these essential resources, my students are now able to take care of their personal needs more easily and without classroom interruptiton. \r\n\r\nAs you may already know, hand dryers were installed in the student bathrooms so students no longer have access to paper towels so when spills or accidents happen, they no longer can go to the bathroom to gett what they need. Instead, they have to ask me for these supplies. \r\n\r\nWith your support you've helped make learning more seamless and the flow of a typical classroom day both more healthy and safe for each student. It's with great appreciation that I write this less.","fullyFundedDate":1771692057855,"projectUrl":"project/help-fund-a-healthy-and-organized-classr/10108491/","projectTitle":"Help Fund a Healthy and Organized Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fletcher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6092905_orig.jpg?crop=413,413,x0,y51&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742168662054","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6092905"},{"teacherId":8823414,"projectId":10104600,"letterContent":"Thank you again for the donations my students really enjoy the snacks and especially the stress balls. The students really enjoy the stress balls and using them before taking a test or after the test. Just playing with the stress balls as a way to help relieve the stress from taking a quiz. \r\n\r\nMy students would get to choose prizes after each quiz for doing well on a quiz. They really enjoy getting prizes and the snacks and the stress balls were the most common ones the students would choose from.\r\n\r\nI will probably continue to use these as positive reinforcement for the students next school year as the kids always tell me they appreciate getting the prizes.","fullyFundedDate":1771597577090,"projectUrl":"project/math-prizes/10104600/","projectTitle":"Math Prizes","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ferreira","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8823414"},{"teacherId":9966715,"projectId":10103702,"letterContent":"My students were thrilled when the new resources arrived! During a recent group project, students used the materials to explore concepts hands-on, and even quieter students became more engaged and confident. The resources have made learning more interactive and collaborative.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue using these materials for small-group activities, creative projects, and deeper exploration of our current lessons. The added opportunities for hands-on learning are helping students build confidence, strengthen teamwork skills, and stay excited about learning each day. Thank you for supporting our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1771470227362,"projectUrl":"project/science-in-action/10103702/","projectTitle":"Science in Action","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mazzoni","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9966715"},{"teacherId":8974738,"projectId":9784459,"letterContent":"My students truly enjoyed creating and organizing their own designs. They were happy, engaged, and excited throughout the process, especially since many of them did not know what to expect at first. Watching their ideas come to life and seeing the final results was incredibly rewarding. \r\n\r\nThe finished products turned out amazing, and students felt proud of their hard work and creativity. Many students even asked if we could continue creating more items in future projects because they enjoyed the experience so much.","fullyFundedDate":1769177438344,"projectUrl":"project/creativity-starts-with-an-idea/9784459/","projectTitle":"Creativity Starts with an Idea!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Haunani M","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8974738_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683583517516","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hmomoa"},{"teacherId":8821444,"projectId":10025149,"letterContent":"Thank you again for purchasing the supplies and snacks for my projects this year.\r\n\r\nOur school held a Hurricane Citizenship Project based on the theme of Rights and Responsibilities. Students were able to showcase their understanding through a series of projects like art, newspapers, posters, songs, and poetry. We were able to use the supplies that you helped provide to display their knowledge. \r\n\r\nWe were very fortunate to be able to take our students to the Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum for a field trip. We were studying World War II and were able to make connections to out learning by providing this hands on experience. After the trip, we were able to provide snacks and drinks for them because of your generous donation. It seems like something minor, but these snacks really helped the students and gave them an extra boost after a long day of learning. \r\n\r\nThrough your generosity, the students were able to demonstrate their learning and have new experiences. We appreciate your support more than you know! Mahalo!","fullyFundedDate":1771463833745,"projectUrl":"project/creative-fun-projects-and-field-trips/10025149/","projectTitle":"Creative Fun: Projects and Field Trips","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Poitra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8821444"},{"teacherId":9804165,"projectId":10111074,"letterContent":"Mahalo for your incredible generosity! Because of your support, our classroom has been transformed into a bustling hub of innovation where \"The Kuleana Design\" project has moved from the page into the physical world. When the delivery arrived, the atmosphere shifted from academic curiosity to high-energy excitement; as we unboxed the architectural foam boards and wiring kits, one student remarked, \"Wait, this is the real stuff.\" This sense of validation was immediate, as students realized they weren't just completing a school assignment, but were being trusted with professional-grade tools to solve real-world challenges facing our islands.\r\n\r\nMy students are currently working in their \"Design Firms,\" and the materials you provided have enabled them to move beyond theoretical sketches to professional prototyping. A standout moment occurred this week when our Renewable Energy firm successfully integrated the technical lighting components into their 3D scale model to illuminate a miniature housing complex. Seeing the \"aha!\" moment when their solar grid became functional shifted their perspective entirely—engineering is no longer just a textbook subject, but a tangible way for them to practice Kuleana and serve the 'āina.\r\n\r\nAs we move into the final phase of the project, the students are preparing for our Public Pitch Exhibition. Each firm is currently finalizing a formal White Paper and technical presentation to justify their designs for waste innovation, affordable housing, or coastal resilience to a panel of local mentors. Your investment has given them the confidence to stand before our community with industry-standard models that anchor their career-ready portfolios. Thank you for providing the bridge between our students' imaginations and the sustainable, resilient future they are now building with their own hands.","fullyFundedDate":1771778562470,"projectUrl":"project/the-kuleana-design-challenge-engineerin/10111074/","projectTitle":"The Kuleana Design Challenge: Engineering a Sustainable Hawai‘i","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Cronin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9804165_orig.jpg?crop=200,200,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761350795975","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9804165"},{"teacherId":10294029,"projectId":10105158,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to my Pearl Harbor Student Engagement project. The materials helped my students learn more details about the events of WW2 as we prepared for our team field trip to Pearl Harbor. First, I used the book materials to form the lesson for Pearl Harbor. Students were able to learn from a variety of experiences and add to their knowledge of how civilians and military members may have experienced the attack on Pearl Harbor. Having a variety of resources from novels, to graphic novels, to photographic magazines helped engage all students. Finally, my students enjoyed having snacks upon our return from the Field Trip. We had a great time, and the donations to this project added to our day!","fullyFundedDate":1771559167889,"projectUrl":"project/pearl-harbor-student-engagement/10105158/","projectTitle":"Pearl Harbor Student Engagement","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Sitterley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10294029"},{"teacherId":8358156,"projectId":10105099,"letterContent":"The new resources have truly made our classroom \"sparkle.\" The addition of the colorful lab trays has not only brightened the physical space but has also streamlined our lab days. By using these trays, students have a dedicated, organized space to manage their tools, which has led to much more efficient and focused experiments. Additionally, the new organizers have drastically reduced classroom clutter. Having a \"home\" for every material allows the students and me to focus entirely on the science at hand rather than searching for supplies.\r\n\r\nThe students were incredibly excited to see the \"upgrade\" to our lab equipment! There was an immediate buzz of energy when they saw the vibrant colors and the organized setup. It made them feel that their lab work was professional and valued. One of the best moments was seeing their faces light up as they realized they would be using fresh, new materials—it gave them a renewed sense of pride in their workspace and a genuine eagerness to start our next investigation.\r\n\r\nWe are diving straight into high-energy hands-on learning! Cellular Respiration: Using the active yeast and sugar (glucose) you provided, students will conduct an energy lab to measure CO2 output, allowing them to see the invisible process of metabolism in real-time. We will also be utilizing the straws for a specialized cell membrane lab. Students will use them to build models that demonstrate the complex properties of the lipid bilayer, helping them visualize how cells protect themselves and transport materials.\r\n\r\nThank you so very much for this opportunity and for investing in the future of my scientists. Your generosity has changed the way we learn every day!","fullyFundedDate":1771562948627,"projectUrl":"project/powering-high-school-biology-through-act/10105099/","projectTitle":"Powering High School Biology through Active Inquiry","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cadiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8358156"},{"teacherId":10104314,"projectId":10107555,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in fully funding our \"Clean, Functioning, and Interactive Classroom\" project. Your support is directly impacting 110 students at Kapolei High School, providing them with a space where they can truly engage with mathematics in a hands-on way. In a classroom where more than half of my students come from low-income households, having brand-new, high-quality resources makes them feel truly valued and invested in their own learning.\r\n\r\nThe reaction from my students when the materials first arrived was one of pure excitement. They were immediately curious about the mobile whiteboard and the large easel pads. One specific moment that stood out was when students realized the height-adjustable rolling desk wasn't just for me; I've encouraged them to use it whenever they feel they would work better standing. This flexibility, combined with the magnetic organization charts, has transformed our room into a visible learning environment where students are up, moving, and debating solutions in real-time. These tools are also helping us tackle our Skill Strengthening Assignments (SSA). I am using the \"United We Solve\" activities to enhance their soft skills and work ethic, which makes up 25% of their grade. My Geometry students, in particular, have had so much fun using the Mark Twain Math Projects to make abstract concepts more hands-on and applicable to the real world. Because of your support, my students are no longer just \"completing problems\"—they are collaborating, thinking critically, and building the confidence they need to succeed every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1771655264293,"projectUrl":"project/clean-functioning-and-interactive-clas/10107555/","projectTitle":"Clean, Functioning, and Interactive Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lauer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10104314"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_69535","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1836,"numTeachers":118,"percentFrplEligible":51,"percentAsian":22,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":22,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":27,"percentMultiracialImputed":19,"gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"15.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":57.3,"schoolId":69535,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Kapolei High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Kapolei High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/leeward-oahu-school-district/kapolei-high-school/69535"}