{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kohala Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":35.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9577167,"projectId":9938551,"letterContent":"It is one thing to read a story, but it is another thing entirely to dive headfirst into a comprehensive \"book study.\" Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has transformed into a Wonka-style workshop. As we progress through Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, my students are using their dry erase markers and erasers daily to map out our core reading strategies: predicting what happens to the next greedy child, clarifying Roald Dahl's inventive vocabulary, summarizing chapters, and questioning character motives. Most importantly, we are working hard on inferencing, using the text's subtle clues to \"read between the lines\" and understand the deeper themes of the story.\r\n\r\nOur classroom has blossomed into a vibrant studio where literature and imagination collide to create something truly magical. Currently, the students are channeling their inner illustrators by drawing detailed comics about the Oompa Loompas and designing their very own unique candy wrappers. The white cardstock and watercolor paper have been essential for these projects, providing a sturdy, professional-feeling base for their vibrant designs. We've even started using the adhesive foam and ink pads to create custom stamps for their individual \"brand\" logos! This allows them to see themselves not just as students, but as creators and engineers.\r\n\r\nI have been especially moved by my \"reluctant readers\"—the students who used to dread opening a book but now eagerly reach for their own copy of Charlie's adventures. Their eyes light up when they get to design a wrapper for a candy that \"makes you fly\" or \"tastes like Sunday dinner.\" Even though we haven't started our read-aloud of \"Wonder\" yet, having it ready for our next study keeps the academic momentum and excitement building. Your gift didn't just buy supplies; it bought a sense of belonging and a spark of joy that I hope that my students will carry with them long after the final page is turned.","fullyFundedDate":1766963624077,"projectUrl":"project/literacy-wonder/9938551/","projectTitle":"Literacy & Wonder","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kainoa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9577167_orig.jpg?crop=1921,1921,x225,y367&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719449245494","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-kainoa"},{"teacherId":5137632,"projectId":9982536,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for all your support in giving our students the opportunity to learn with new STEM tools. Students are creating different tracks with the track puzzles and running other robots with it. Seeing students work together and planning out how to design a track is amazing. This is also opening their creativity minds and is an early step into engineering skills. These puzzles also encourages teamwork, and mathematical concepts. Students are very excited to be working with new STEM items and it brings happiness and joy to learning.","fullyFundedDate":1768346536765,"projectUrl":"project/heres-to-coding/9982536/","projectTitle":"Here's to Coding","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sammie Aiona","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5137632_orig.png?crop=657,657,x302,y38&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694147221212","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5137632"},{"teacherId":8820835,"projectId":6952026,"letterContent":"I wanted to send a sincere thank you for your incredible generosity in funding our classroom's new headphones. When the boxes arrived, the energy in the room was electric. My students were so excited to see the \"cool\" new gear, and there was an immediate sense of pride as they unboxed them. For many of my students, having something brand new and high-quality makes them feel truly valued and supported in their learning journey.\r\n\r\nThese headphones are already becoming an essential tool in our daily routine. In a Special Education setting, the classroom can sometimes become overwhelming with sensory input. These headphones provide my students with a \"quiet zone,\" allowing them to tune out distractions and focus deeply on their individualized lessons and speech-to-text programs. It's been amazing to watch them settle into their work with much more ease and stamina than before.\r\n\r\nYour support has done more than just provide hardware; it has created a more inclusive and accessible learning environment. By helping my students stay focused and calm, you are giving them the best possible chance to succeed and reach their academic goals. We are all so grateful for your kindness and for believing in the potential of these amazing learners!","fullyFundedDate":1669783109278,"projectUrl":"project/sped-super-learners-need-extra-support-s/6952026/","projectTitle":"SPED Super Learners Need Extra Support Staying Focus and Organized.","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Durflinger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8820835_orig.jpg?crop=1512,1512,x149,y291&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667003284481","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8820835"},{"teacherId":9344264,"projectId":9133514,"letterContent":"This project really has made a lasting impact on my class last year, this year's class, and will continue to impact my classes in the future. Our school does not have an operational library anymore. This makes it challenging to provide our students with quality reading. Many of my books were outdated, torn, and missing pages. This project massively improved my library selection, especially to my above average readers. I was able to include great classic books and intriguing new books, like the Harry Potter series. Thank you so much for contributing to the joy of reading for my students, past, present, and future!","fullyFundedDate":1741005236108,"projectUrl":"project/we-need-more-books-our-classroom-librar/9133514/","projectTitle":"We Need More Books! Our Classroom Library Updating!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Moseley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9344264"},{"teacherId":9344264,"projectId":9782134,"letterContent":"My students are always excited when they see boxes arrive at our classroom. Their eyes were wide open when they saw all of these snacks hit my student ran store! Some of my students face food insecurity and their families are not able to provide a snack for their kids every day. Having a mid-morning snack allows them to recharge their brain and keeps them from thinking about food instead of focusing on their studies. I cannot stress enough on how much this project helped my students have a one snack each day for over a month! Thank you to the Hawaii State Department of Education for providing the resources to fund this all too important project.","fullyFundedDate":1759601491613,"projectUrl":"project/this-is-your-brain-on-food/9782134/","projectTitle":"This Is Your Brain on Food","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Moseley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9344264"},{"teacherId":9786740,"projectId":9793169,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my class this year. Because of your incredible generosity, our 3rd-grade classroom has been transformed into a space where every student can truly thrive. In a busy school day, the \"small things\"—like a nutritious snack or a captivating book—make the biggest difference in a child's ability to focus and learn. The new books have sparked a visible excitement in our classroom library. I've seen students who previously struggled with reading engagement now eagerly reaching for these titles, building the literacy skills that will serve as their foundation for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1761500898272,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-books-and-supplies/9793169/","projectTitle":"Snacks, Books and Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. C","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9786740"},{"teacherId":1520662,"projectId":9772129,"letterContent":"The project's goal was to ensure the students were not hungry before their additional learning tasks. Our after school tutoring students enjoyed the snacks purchased through the project. The healthy options have exposed students to a wider variety of snacks. \r\n\r\nThe students attend tutoring regularly (up to 4 times a week) and do not have to worry about bringing a snack from home. Furthermore, teachers do not have to spend money out of their own pockets. Another project had to be submitted in order to make sure students continue to have access to healthy snack options during after school tutoring.\r\n\r\nWe have seen academic improvement in students who attend the after school program. Having a snack definitely helps set them up for success. They can focus on their learning instead of the feeling of hunger many of them have due to the timing of our lunch block.","fullyFundedDate":1759192917366,"projectUrl":"project/feed-me-and-i-will-learn/9772129/","projectTitle":"Feed Me and I Will Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Thomas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ethomas"},{"teacherId":9124003,"projectId":9573370,"letterContent":"The snacks have been a big hit in our reading group! These students work really hard—they're in the highest grade level group—and the snacks give them a fun reward to look forward to. Knowing a treat is waiting keeps them motivated, focused, and ready to tackle even tricky reading tasks.\r\n\r\nThe best part is that snacks make learning fun and their tummies happy! They help create a positive, encouraging classroom where students enjoy reading, support each other, and celebrate their hard work. Even a small snack can make a big difference in motivation and enjoyment.","fullyFundedDate":1761954853079,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-our-superstar-readers/9573370/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Our Superstar Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ching","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9124003_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743277922713","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9124003"},{"teacherId":9124003,"projectId":9777226,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project! Because of you, our classroom is more organized, comfortable, and calm. The timers help us stay on track, the fans keep students cool and focused, and the organizational supplies make it easier for students to manage their materials independently. The ink has allowed me to print engaging resources and activities that support learning every day. These simple tools have made a big difference for both my students and me, helping create a positive space where students feel confident, supported, and ready to learn. We truly appreciate your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1759539330600,"projectUrl":"project/everything-in-its-place/9777226/","projectTitle":"Everything In Its Place","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ching","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9124003_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743277922713","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9124003"},{"teacherId":7380485,"projectId":9778405,"letterContent":"It was quite the adventure making sure all of my carefully selected resources made it to Hawai'i, and I'm so incredibly happy to report that my project has finally been fulfilled! My students have been working their hardest knowing that a snack is waiting for them at the end of our reading group rotations. And my new wall mounted fan has been a lifesaver! With a few tropical storms that have hit recently, I was unable to open my windows, so my new fan was the perfect solution to be able to circulate fresh air and to relieve my students from the unbearable humidity! In addition, my toner is always much appreciated and my primary means to be able to print quality resources for my keiki. The few other manipulatives and incentives that rounded out my project have already proven to be successful with my students. Once again, I am so grateful for your donations. Mahalo nui!","fullyFundedDate":1759512558541,"projectUrl":"project/motivate-my-learners/9778405/","projectTitle":"Motivate My Learners!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Aunty Lachelle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7380485_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729585139359","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lachelle"},{"teacherId":9577167,"projectId":9519132,"letterContent":"On behalf of my incredible fourth-grade students at Kohala Elementary, I want to extend our deepest gratitude for your generous contributions to our project, \"Supplies for Success: Kicking off a great year!\" Your support has gone far beyond providing mere supplies—it has directly translated into a vibrant, organized, and truly supportive learning environment where my students can begin their significant journey into the fourth grade with confidence. The anticipation I felt about meeting their unique personalities and watching their curiosity blossom has now been fully realized, and it's thanks to resources like the heavy-duty magnetic hooks that allow us to proudly display their achievements and the essential printer ink that keeps engaging, relevant learning materials flowing. Your generosity is the foundation upon which we are building a year of discovery and growth.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your funding is visible and felt every single day in our classroom. For my fourth graders, this project has provided the foundational tools they need for independence and academic success. The large, easy-to-read classroom clock is helping them learn essential time management skills, while the magnetic write-and-wipe paper allows us to constantly review our learning objectives and success criteria, keeping students focused and informed. Furthermore, the provision of healthy snacks and a clean space, maintained with the new paper towel holder, ensures their basic needs are met so they can concentrate fully on learning. Every funded item, from the kitchen measurement conversion chart used in practical math lessons to the adhesive hooks that organize our space, has fostered a sense of stability and professionalism, showing my students that their learning is valued. Because of you, we have not just kicked off a year—we have launched an entire year of potential and achievement.","fullyFundedDate":1754367567516,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-success-kicking-off-a-grea/9519132/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Success: Kicking Off a Great Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kainoa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9577167_orig.jpg?crop=1921,1921,x225,y367&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719449245494","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-kainoa"},{"teacherId":5137632,"projectId":9784353,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations, it gives our students the opportunity to learn with new technology. This project has given our students a supper fun way to learn together and to learn how to use a remote control. As students learned how to set up the arena to use the robots along with the remote control, this made so many students smile and wanting to learn more. Students really enjoyed playing and learning with our new BattleBotts Arena Max. This project brought out smiles to our students so thank you so much for your generous donation.","fullyFundedDate":1759626560661,"projectUrl":"project/bots-and-beyond/9784353/","projectTitle":"Bots and Beyond","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sammie Aiona","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5137632_orig.png?crop=657,657,x302,y38&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694147221212","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5137632"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_62642","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":381,"numTeachers":22,"percentFrplEligible":50,"percentAsian":10,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":10,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":29,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"17.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":64.5,"schoolId":62642,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Kohala Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Kohala Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/hawaii-school-district/kohala-elementary-school/62642"}