{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"King Kaumuali'i Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":46.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8356875,"projectId":10105082,"letterContent":"You are out-of-this-world! Your ever-so-generous donations help us above and beyond!\r\n\r\nMy students love being creative and are very thoughtful people. They love to make others smile and will feel happy themselves when they can create something special for others (ex. Cards and gifts for Veterans, tutus at the care homes, creating items for Market Day and more).\r\n\r\nWe will also be using these items during our summer enrichment program. Your donation goes a long way!\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting their well-being in addition to the well-being of others.","fullyFundedDate":1771620235568,"projectUrl":"project/creative-grateful/10105082/","projectTitle":"Creative & Grateful","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Matsunaga","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8356875_orig.jpg?crop=541,541,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678227855609","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8356875"},{"teacherId":8824331,"projectId":10108618,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of art supplies, Expo markers, and the electric pencil sharpener. Because of your donation, my students had materials that helped them design, create, and market their own products while learning a valuable lesson about economics, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy. Your contribution helped them turn learning into an engaging real-world experience that they'll always remember.\r\n When the students saw all of the materials, they could not wait to begin Market Day. They were excited to collaborate, discuss product ideas, develop pricing strategies, and create unique items that they hoped would earn the most money. Seeing their enthusiasm and motivation showed me how powerful this unit was in helping students understand what it takes to run a business.\r\n As we continue with our project, students will reflect on which products were in high demand and what changes they would make in the future. They will also analyze price changes and share what they learned throughout the experience. Thank you again for giving my students this meaningful opportunity and for supporting our classroom in such a generous way.","fullyFundedDate":1771697842689,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-fuel-for-busy-minds/10108618/","projectTitle":"Healthy Fuel for Busy Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Carl","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8824331"},{"teacherId":8821757,"projectId":10108252,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping bring our Market Day project to life! Your generosity is giving my third graders an unforgettable opportunity to become young entrepreneurs, creators, and problem-solvers.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, students will have the materials they need to design and create products they can proudly showcase and sell during Market Day. This experience goes far beyond a single event — it teaches valuable lessons in math, budgeting, communication, collaboration, and creativity while building confidence and excitement for learning.\r\n\r\nYour donations will also help provide snacks that keep students focused, energized, and ready to learn during these busy spring days. For eight- and nine-year-olds, a small snack truly makes a big difference in helping them stay engaged and motivated through the end of the school year.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the motivational incentives you helped provide will encourage positive behavior, perseverance, and teamwork while strengthening our classroom community.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping us create meaningful memories that will last long after third grade. Your kindness and generosity are deeply appreciated, and my students and I are incredibly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1771687085166,"projectUrl":"project/market-day-reloaded-fresh-finds-fun-i/10108252/","projectTitle":"Market Day Reloaded: Fresh Finds & Fun Incentives","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jacinto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8821757"},{"teacherId":9469432,"projectId":10105489,"letterContent":"Our fifth-grade class would like to thank you for your generous donation. Your support is making it possible for us to create a special celebration as our students transition to middle school.\r\n\r\nThanks to your contribution, we were able to purchase t-shirts for every student! Each student will get a shirt with a graduation design, and this will become a keepsake for them. They will celebrate after their promotion ceremony by doing fun activities and getting their shirt signed by their classmates. By giving them these shirts, they won't have to sign their school uniforms, and the shirts can be donated back to the school or given to a younger sibling. \r\n\r\nYour gift gives our students a meaningful way to commemorate this important milestone while providing them with a fun, creative experience. \r\n\r\nWe cannot thank you enough for your generosity and the difference you've made in our students' lives.","fullyFundedDate":1771644622551,"projectUrl":"project/memory-signatures/10105489/","projectTitle":"Memory Signatures","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arakaki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9469432"},{"teacherId":8436207,"projectId":10103718,"letterContent":"On behalf of our fifth-grade class, I'm writing to thank you for your incredibly generous donation. Your support enables us to create a memorable celebration for our students as they transition to middle school.\r\n\r\nWith your contribution, we were able to provide each student with materials to design and create their own signature t-shirt—including blank shirts that we added a design to, snacks for testing season and fabric markers. Watching the students' faces light up as they saw me press the shirts are getting them excited for the big day when they will be promoted from elementary to middle school. They are excited to get their classmates' signatures!\r\n\r\nBeyond the fun and creativity of the experience, your gift gave our students a tangible way to mark this significant milestone. The pride and joy they felt in creating something uniquely theirs is a memory they'll carry with them for years to come.\r\n\r\nWe cannot thank you enough for your generosity and for making such a meaningful difference in our students' lives.","fullyFundedDate":1771546959175,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-get-through-the-end-of-fifth-gra/10103718/","projectTitle":"Help Us Get Through the End of Fifth Grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Barcial","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8436207_orig.jpg?crop=934,934,x1258,y965&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689795452433","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8436207"},{"teacherId":8499965,"projectId":10110672,"letterContent":"I am excited to share the incredible impact your support has had on our preschool special education classroom. Thanks to your generosity, we were able to create a dedicated calm down center with a sensory play mat and soft play equipment—an addition that has already made a meaningful difference for our students.\r\n\r\nOur students, who are bright and curious learners, often need extra support to regulate their emotions and sensory needs. Since introducing this new space, we have seen noticeable improvements in their ability to manage those challenges. The calm down center provides a safe, inviting area where students can go to decompress, explore movement, and engage with sensory materials in a purposeful way.\r\n\r\nWe have observed a decrease in meltdowns and classroom disruptions, as students now have a structured and supportive option when they begin to feel overwhelmed. More importantly, they are beginning to use the space proactively—choosing to take breaks, practice calming strategies, and return to learning with greater focus and readiness.\r\n\r\nThis space has also created meaningful opportunities to teach and reinforce essential skills such as identifying emotions, self-soothing, and building independence. Students are becoming more aware of their needs and are gaining confidence in managing them, which is a huge step in their overall development.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped us create a more inclusive and responsive classroom environment where every child feels safe, supported, and capable of success. The impact of this project goes far beyond the materials—it is empowering our students with lifelong skills that will continue to benefit them both inside and outside the classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and for making such a positive difference in the lives of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1772048247030,"projectUrl":"project/calming-center-for-preschool-special-edu/10110672/","projectTitle":"Calming Center for Preschool Special Education","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Arzadon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8499965_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1665603786223","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8499965"},{"teacherId":6747875,"projectId":10110922,"letterContent":"We were so low on supplies and Donors Choose really took care of us. My students loved that they got new white boards, dry erase markers and dry erasers. Especially when we are studying for state testing and they had a great work when we were practicing. The crayons and colored pencils were a great gift as we finish up posters for the end of the year. We were down to little stubbles!! \r\nBeing a Title 1 school many students do not have breakfast or a snack for recess. So this gave them something to hold them over until lunch. \r\nWe do appreciate your help with the supplies and snack. It has helped us finish up this school year and get us started for the 26/27 school year.","fullyFundedDate":1771774449422,"projectUrl":"project/we-are-out-of-school-supplies/10110922/","projectTitle":"We Are Out of School Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Patti","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6747875_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y320&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1566718023028","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6747875"},{"teacherId":1883062,"projectId":10105250,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation, which made it possible to obtain much-needed classroom supplies. The whiteboards have already proven to be an excellent investment, helping students keep their work organized and focused. The structured layout for separating numbers into hundreds, tens, and ones has been especially impactful in strengthening their understanding of place value.\r\n\r\nAlthough I have not yet implemented the tracing and alphabet boards, having them readily available to support future students provides valuable reassurance and flexibility in meeting diverse learning needs.\r\n\r\nThe colorful digital clock has also been an immediate success, capturing students' attention and sparking frequent conversation. Many have commented on how much they enjoy watching the changing colors.\r\n\r\nThank you for enabling us to acquire these essential materials without the added burden of navigating multiple quotes and purchase orders. Your generosity is sincerely appreciated by both students and staff.","fullyFundedDate":1771690161124,"projectUrl":"project/making-math-visible/10105250/","projectTitle":"Making Math Visible","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Shibuya","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1883062"},{"teacherId":7932366,"projectId":10106677,"letterContent":"My students are using the new resources throughout the school day and during indoor recess. One memorable moment was during independent work time when students chose flexible seating and stayed focused longer while completing their assignments. I noticed more students participating, helping each other, and feeling confident in their work.\r\nMy students were so excited when they first saw the materials! They immediately noticed the flexible seating and couldn't wait to try everything. The classroom felt more welcoming, and students shared how comfortable and happy they felt. It created a positive and motivating environment right away.\r\nNext, my students will continue using these resources during daily learning and indoor recess to build independence and responsibility. They are learning how to choose tools and seating that help them focus and do their best work. We will continue building a classroom community where students feel confident, supported, and engaged.","fullyFundedDate":1771779909621,"projectUrl":"project/moving-to-second-grade-and-making-it-fee/10106677/","projectTitle":"Moving to Second Grade and Making It Feel Like Home","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cockett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7932366_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1646426167492","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7932366"},{"teacherId":7932366,"projectId":9784240,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Because of you, our students have been enjoying the new snacks, board games, and supplies in ways that truly brighten their day. One special moment has been during indoor recess, where students use the board games to relax, connect with classmates, and practice important social skills like sharing, turn-taking, and teamwork.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, they were thrilled! Their excitement filled the room, and they couldn't wait to dive in and start using everything. The snacks have also been incredibly helpful, keeping students energized, focused, and ready to learn throughout the day.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we will continue using these resources to support both learning and student well-being. Your generosity has created a more joyful and supportive classroom environment, and we are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1769177443662,"projectUrl":"project/building-community-motivation-and-fun/9784240/","projectTitle":"Building Community, Motivation, and Fun in Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cockett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7932366_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1646426167492","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7932366"},{"teacherId":10177602,"projectId":9596724,"letterContent":"Students were elated when the tricycles were revealed! They were jumping for joy and couldn't wait for the opportunity to use them. First we needed to discuss safety and how to properly use the equipment, but soon after, they got their chance. \r\n\r\nWe have been talking about keeping our bodies healthy with exercise, and we spoke of riding bikes being a way to do so. They have been enjoying the ability to ride outdoors, and have been working on taking turns while waiting in line. \r\n\r\nWe will soon incorporate obstacle courses for students to follow in order to challenge their motor skills and enhance their physical capabilities. They are in love with these and we can't thank you enough for your generous donation to our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1756730981764,"projectUrl":"project/zooming-down-the-pavement-during-outdoor/9596724/","projectTitle":"Zooming Down the Pavement During Outdoor Play","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Thronas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10177602_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y46&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758925872028","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10177602"},{"teacherId":7794933,"projectId":9035099,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous donation to our Second Grade Treasure Cart! Because of you, our students will be able to celebrate their hard work, positive choices, and academic growth in a fun and meaningful way. The treasure cart motivates our second graders to keep trying their best and take pride in their accomplishments. Your kindness brings excitement, encouragement, and big smiles to our classroom each week. Thank you for supporting our students and believing in their success. 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