{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kohala Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":35.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"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"},{"teacherId":6703653,"projectId":9777576,"letterContent":"It is an all too common occurrence for schools to assume, and to often times EXPECT teachers to use their own personal resources if they want anything beyond the basics of what the school provides. However, colored resources should not be one of those luxuries. For the past ten years, I've used my own color printer at home to not only create the engaging resources that my first graders depend on, but to print flyers and parent communication letters to keep families informed and involved. I decided to finally put my foot down and to ask for help... and you have generously come to my rescue! Mahalo nui for outfitting our class with our very own color printer in addition to a shelving unit to keep it efficient and orderly. We appreciate you.","fullyFundedDate":1759509036064,"projectUrl":"project/a-classroom-printer-as-dedicated-as-me/9777576/","projectTitle":"A Classroom Printer as Dedicated as Me!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ku","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6703653_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705049777060","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kristyku"},{"teacherId":6703653,"projectId":9614936,"letterContent":"You all have helped me to create the ultimate filing system for all of the hardcopy resources I could ever need in the event of any power outage! It took some time, but I was finally able to label hundreds of folders in a way that makes my OCD heart incredibly happy. The students have enjoyed having access to more hard paper resources rather than seeing things digitally projected all day long, and I've enjoyed not having to come into school on the weekends to make copies for the following week's lessons! It's even inspired some of the other teachers to be just as proactive in starting their very own filing systems! Mahalo nui for allowing me to improve the functionality of our classroom and for helping me to expect the unexpected. We appreciate you all so much!","fullyFundedDate":1756143582224,"projectUrl":"project/lights-out-no-problem/9614936/","projectTitle":"Lights Out? No Problem!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ku","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6703653_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705049777060","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kristyku"},{"teacherId":7937851,"projectId":9175721,"letterContent":"Mahalo for your generous donation in making our project a dream come true!\r\n\r\nOur class was absolutely thrilled to enjoy the new clean, comfortable, and soft rug in our classroom library. It created a cozy and inviting space that has inspired students to borrow books, spark their imagination, and dive deep into our under-the-sea themed environment.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite additions is the electric standing desk. It allows me to teach comfortably while projecting lessons to my students, bringing a new level of energy and engagement to our learning experience.\r\n\r\nRecess has also become a highlight of our day! The plastic hoops and bumper balls have turned outdoor play into an exciting adventure. The students can't get enough of the physical fun and joy they now experience daily.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your kindness and support. Your wonderful donation has truly made a lasting impact in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1752781946485,"projectUrl":"project/fun-equipments/9175721/","projectTitle":"FUN Equipments!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sulliban","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7937851"},{"teacherId":7938509,"projectId":8029694,"letterContent":"The materials for this project were meant to inspire students to be creative and give them an outlet to express themselves. In my classroom I encourage students to find spaces in out classroom that motivate and inspire them to do their best work. By giving them flexible seating options that can leave the traditional chair at their desk sit on a beautiful rug or on a wobbly stool to assist with their focus. \r\n\r\nThe students were so excited to have other options for sitting besides a clipboard and the hard floor. The wobbly seats give students that need more movement a way to wiggle without being disruptive.","fullyFundedDate":1700151023739,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-creative-expressive-space/8029694/","projectTitle":"Creating a Creative & Expressive Space","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. DeWitt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7938509_orig.png?crop=692,692,x0,y136&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649535059807","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/trdewitt"},{"teacherId":7938509,"projectId":6950611,"letterContent":"By supporting this project the students are learning how to direct, produce, and create their own videos. We use the multimedia materials to create a school news cast that is shared out monthly to the students.H\r\n\r\nThe technology provided through the supplies gives the students an opportunity to use newer technology to create their videos. The older stuff worked, but the new stuff connects better with the technology we have at school.\r\n\r\nStudent are always looking for different ways they can be creative and use ways to express themselves. 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Each day was a different step towards completing the writing task.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting projects. Without donations for these projects the students may not have supplies and materials that could help them improve their learning","fullyFundedDate":1726673364844,"projectUrl":"project/build-confidence-and-master-the-art-of-w/8541294/","projectTitle":"Build Confidence and Master the Art of Writing","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. DeWitt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7938509_orig.png?crop=692,692,x0,y136&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649535059807","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/trdewitt"},{"teacherId":9124003,"projectId":9298936,"letterContent":"This project has made a big difference for our students. The new books have helped us practice skills like understanding characters, making predictions, and talking about the big ideas in a story. Students are also learning how to read with expression and how to share stories in a way that keeps younger listeners interested.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading happens all throughout the day—during morning read-alouds, independent reading time, and buddy reading. The rolling cart has become a favorite spot where students pick out books to take home or use when they read to others. Many students are excited to bring tote bags home to share books with their families.","fullyFundedDate":1748353683048,"projectUrl":"project/sharing-stories-and-smiles/9298936/","projectTitle":"Sharing Stories and Smiles","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":9174978,"letterContent":"Thank you SO much for helping our classroom! We've been super excited to get a new TV since our old one stopped working right in the middle of a fun lesson. It took a bit longer than expected to arrive—shipping to Hawaii isn't the easiest! Plus, we had to choose a few replacements along the way, but in the end, it all worked out perfectly.\r\nNow, our classroom is buzzing again with fun lessons, brain breaks, sharing student work, and movie celebrations. The kids are loving it, and honestly, so am I! It's made learning more exciting and interactive every day.","fullyFundedDate":1743599351390,"projectUrl":"project/fix-our-classroom-with-a-new-tv/9174978/","projectTitle":"Fix Our Classroom with a New TV!","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":8964108,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Your generosity helped us give our space a little refresh—and it's already making a big difference. The organization supplies have helped us keep things neat and easy to find, and the Bluetooth speaker has created a calm, focused vibe during work time. The paint and art supplies added a fun, creative touch to our days, and the anchor chart paper has been perfect for making helpful class visuals. Students are loving the dry erase pocket folders—they make practice fun while saving paper—and the colored ink has made our worksheets and trackers more engaging. Thanks to you, our classroom feels more organized, creative, and inspiring. We're so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1742935002677,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-touch-ups/8964108/","projectTitle":"Classroom Touch-Ups","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"}],"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"}