{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Konawaena Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":46.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9154181,"projectId":9989329,"letterContent":"Your incredible gift has unlocked whole new worlds for our students! Having the complete sets of The Hunger Games and Percy Jackson has transformed our reading corner, turning reluctant readers into eager bookworms who can't wait to discover what happens in the next chapter. Paired with their new headphones, students can now listen to read-along audiobooks, focus deeply on interactive learning modules, and immerse themselves in stories without distraction. By blending captivating literature with the technology to support every reading level, you've given our kids the freedom to explore, imagine, and build a lifelong love for reading.","fullyFundedDate":1778061127660,"projectUrl":"project/the-growth-angle-read-reuse-and-rea/9989329/","projectTitle":"The \"Growth\" Angle: Read, Reuse, and Reach Every Minute","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jhon Bravo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9154181_orig.jpg?crop=432,432,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737659824843","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9154181"},{"teacherId":9154181,"projectId":10266318,"letterContent":"Your support is directly transforming the daily learning experience for our students, and we cannot thank you enough. Thanks to your generosity, each student now has a magnetic folder to keep their work organized and secure, a digital clock in the classroom to help them build vital time-management skills, and a steady supply of pencils and sharpener to keep their ideas flowing without interruption. These seemingly simple tools eliminate everyday classroom friction, instilling confidence and helping our young learners stay focused, prepared, and excited to succeed every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1778061124257,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-and-timely-tools/10266318/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning and Timely Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jhon Bravo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9154181_orig.jpg?crop=432,432,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737659824843","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9154181"},{"teacherId":9369027,"projectId":10184123,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Organized Learners, Successful Readers.\" Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our first-grade classroom. The new organizational resources have helped create a calm, structured learning environment where students can easily find the materials they need and spend more time focused on learning. The excitement on their faces when they saw everything set up was priceless—they couldn't wait to explore their new classroom tools and begin using them during reading time.\r\n\r\nWe use these resources every day during our literacy block, small-group instruction, and independent reading activities. Having organized materials within easy reach has helped my students become more independent and confident. Instead of waiting for help finding supplies, they can quickly transition between activities and stay engaged in learning. It's been wonderful to watch them take pride in keeping our classroom neat and caring for the new materials.\r\n\r\nYour kindness is helping build strong reading habits that will benefit my students all year long. As we continue working on phonics, decoding, fluency, and comprehension, these organizational tools will allow us to maximize our learning time and help every child succeed. Thank you for investing in our classroom and believing in our students. Your support has made a lasting impact, and we are truly grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1775755823433,"projectUrl":"project/organized-learners-successful-readers/10184123/","projectTitle":"Organized Learners, Successful Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9369027_orig.jpg?crop=2370,2370,x130,y920&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722833940380","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9369027"},{"teacherId":7880830,"projectId":10372872,"letterContent":"Our project, \"Headphones for Success,\" is complete, and the impact on my second graders is truly incredible. Before your generosity, our classroom was often loud and full of distractions during independent work time. Students struggled to hear the audio instructions on their devices, which slowed down their progress in essential reading and math programs. \r\n\r\nNow, the classroom is transformed. The moment the students put on their new headphones, they lock into a zone of deep, quiet focus. These tools have allowed every child to hear clear phonics sounds, follow step-by-step math lessons, and work at their own exact pace without outside noise pulling them off track.\r\n\r\nThis donation did more than just buy tech accessories; it created an equitable, peaceful learning environment where my second graders feel confident and capable. Thank you for investing in our success and making a daily difference in our education!With sincere gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1784136399403,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-success/10372872/","projectTitle":"Headphones for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Leonard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7880830_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784660674918","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-leonard-2ndgrade-class"},{"teacherId":3263834,"projectId":10250964,"letterContent":"Teaching reading in 5th grade is all about bridging the gap between simply \"decoding\" words and deeply comprehending complex ideas. Mary Pope Osborne's non-fiction text, American Revolution: A Tracking Guide to Revolutionary War Times, is a powerful tool for targeting essential informational literacy skills. Through this book, my students are learning how to navigate text features—like timelines, sidebars, maps, and glossaries—to extract key information efficiently. We focus heavily on identifying main ideas and supporting details, analyzing cause-and-effect relationships (such as how colonial taxes led to the Boston Tea Party), and building academic vocabulary. Reading non-fiction teaches my 5th graders how to think like historians, evaluating factual evidence and gaining a grounded understanding of the real people, places, and events that shaped our country's founding.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading is an active, highly collaborative experience. On any given day, you won't see a room of silent kids just staring at pages. Instead, you'll witness dynamic partner-reading sessions where students pause to analyze historical maps, whole-class discussions comparing colonial perspectives, and independent research where students take structured notes. Having a complete class set means every single student can hold their own copy, follow along during shared lessons, and directly cite evidence from the text during writing activities. It turns history into an interactive discovery process rather than just a passive lecture.\r\n\r\nThese new books have been an absolute game-changer, especially for my visual learners, striving readers, and students who thrive on factual content. High-interest non-fiction can be uniquely powerful for reluctant readers who aren't always drawn to traditional fiction. The illustrations, clear layout, and accessible text structure give every student a welcoming \"way in\" to complex historical topics. One student in particular, who used to hesitate during reading time, ran up to me yesterday eager to share a fact about George Washington's spy ring that they had just discovered. Seeing my students build genuine confidence, beam with pride, and voluntarily dive into history has been incredible. Thank you for placing these books directly into their hands—you have made learning history an adventure!","fullyFundedDate":1778061117358,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-the-american-revolution-to-life/10250964/","projectTitle":"Bringing the American Revolution to Life: A Class Set","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Heintzelman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3263834_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720917147779","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missdemeter"},{"teacherId":4606161,"projectId":9528394,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support. My students used the tools you provided for calming when escalated. Self regulation is a vital skill for a person. Without this skill and the ability to use tools to help, they will not be successful in life. I truly appreciate your help in preparing them for the world.\r\nThe other tools you have helped purchase are tools needed to teach students in many different ways. All people learn in different ways. Some can listen to a lecture and retain, others need to take notes, and some need to do the skills with you in order to learn. Many students with special needs need multiple ways in order to retain knowledge. You helped make that happen!\r\nI truly appreciate your support of my students!","fullyFundedDate":1754449097967,"projectUrl":"project/meeting-all-needs/9528394/","projectTitle":"Meeting All Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Buttrey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4606161_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1583892636566","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4606161"},{"teacherId":8585529,"projectId":10103596,"letterContent":"When the boxes arrived, the energy in our room was absolute joy! My students were thrilled to see the new sports gear, but surprisingly, they were just as excited about the simple essentials like the whiteboard and craft supplies. Having fresh tools made them feel valued, and using the whiteboard for math lessons completely removed the frustration of faded markers. Outside, the dodgeballs and baseball base set transformed our PE classes, having real bases made our games feel official and engaging, teaching them teamwork and sportsmanship while having a blast.\r\n\r\nWe're also putting the yarn, glue, and award ribbons to work for creative projects and celebrating student success. One of my favorite moments was using the ribbons to recognize kids not just for winning PE games, but for showing kindness and effort during class. Moving forward, students will be using the whiteboards daily to solve problems in our upcoming math unit, and we're starting a student-led PE tournament where they'll practice tracking scores and fair play. Thank you for giving my students the exact tools they needed to learn, grow, and thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1771695991131,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-success/10103596/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8585529_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y104&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660026754053","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8585529"},{"teacherId":7937387,"projectId":10115086,"letterContent":"Mahalo nui loa for providing the materials for my project, \"Reading for Exceptional Readers\". When I received my boxes of beautiful books, I was overjoyed! They are exactly what my students need.\r\n\r\nI am currently setting up a new inclusion classroom for next year, and designing a beautiful reading space for the students is a priority for me. I have cleared an area that will have a soft rug, cushions, bean bag chairs, and soft animals to encourage peaceful reading. I have hundreds of books ready for the students of all different types: fiction and non-fiction, fantasy, science, mysteries, \"little kid\" picture books and \"big kid\" chapter books, but the books that I ordered through you specifically will be kept on a special library shelf. These manga will need to be checked out through me, returned, and shared with all. \r\n\r\nAs you know, I ordered these books based upon years of experience working with students with ADHD/ADD and reading-related disabilities. I have found that many of my students are outstanding creative thinkers and want to read, but often struggle with reading due to problems with attention or dyslexia or both. These beautiful, beloved manga are the top picks of my students and students in our school in general. They contain engaging stories, humor, and beautiful art. These are the perfect books to help my struggling readers become comfortable with reading for pleasure daily, hopefully instilling in them the confidence to read and love of reading that will last a lifetime.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our kids.","fullyFundedDate":1778061118803,"projectUrl":"project/reading-for-exceptional-readers/10115086/","projectTitle":"Reading for Exceptional Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rene","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7937387_orig.jpg?crop=2500,2500,x0,y416&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686712878924","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7937387"},{"teacherId":10299348,"projectId":9864130,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in funding \"Visible Math: A Mobile Whiteboard for Collaborative Problem-Solving.\" When the mobile whiteboard first arrived in our classroom, my students were absolutely thrilled. Their faces lit up seeing a brand-new, dedicated space just for them to work together. Many of them immediately started asking when it would be their turn to map out ideas on it, and that initial spark of excitement has quickly transformed into a daily eagerness to participate in group challenges.\r\nThe impact of this resource was felt immediately during a recent classroom project. We used the mobile whiteboard as a central hub for a collaborative problem-solving session where students had to analyze data, sketch out models, and debate their findings in small groups. Having a vertical, erasable surface allowed them to easily change their thinking on the fly, stand up to interact with the material, and physically step back to evaluate their work. It has completely shifted the dynamic from passive desk work to active, high-energy collaboration where every voice in the group is literally visible.\r\nLooking ahead, our next steps involve using the whiteboard to anchor our upcoming data modeling and graphing units. Students will be taking turns leading \"think-aloud\" sessions at the board, teaching their peers how they approached complex multi-step problems. This mobile whiteboard has not only provided a valuable tool for mathematical and analytical thinking, but it has also fostered a community of teamwork and shared discovery in our classroom. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1772037856083,"projectUrl":"project/visible-math-a-mobile-whiteboard-for-co/9864130/","projectTitle":"Visible Math: A Mobile Whiteboard for Collaborative Problem-Solving","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. TOLEDO","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10299348_orig.jpg?crop=756,756,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761716573749","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10299348"},{"teacherId":10299348,"projectId":10077554,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\nI want to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity in funding our project, \"Organization Tools to Support Every Learner.\" When the packages arrived and my students first saw the new materials, their faces completely lit up with excitement. It felt like a celebration in our room, and they could not wait to unpack everything and put the tools to immediate use. Seeing that a community of supporters invested directly in their learning gave them an incredible boost of confidence and pride.\r\nThese organization tools have completely transformed our daily classroom routines. With every student having a dedicated, organized space for their materials, our transitions are smoother, and we have maximized our actual learning time. For instance, during a recent science project, the students were able to independently gather, utilize, and clean up their resources seamlessly, allowing them to focus entirely on the experiment rather than searching for misplaced supplies. It has fostered a wonderful sense of responsibility and ownership among all the learners in the classroom.\r\nLooking ahead, these resources will continue to serve as the structural backbone of our daily instruction. As we move into our upcoming hands-on science units, having an organized environment ensures that every student can access tools equitably and work efficiently. Your kindness has not only provided physical supplies but has also helped create an organized, supportive environment where my students can truly thrive. Thank you for making a lasting difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1770313904732,"projectUrl":"project/organization-tools-to-support-every-lear/10077554/","projectTitle":"Organization Tools to Support Every Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. TOLEDO","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10299348_orig.jpg?crop=756,756,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761716573749","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10299348"},{"teacherId":9777417,"projectId":10109117,"letterContent":"Mahalo nui loa for the generous gift of STEM and Art supplies for my resource room! Students have enjoyed augmenting their creativity with paints and beautiful paper, and their artwork adorns the classroom. They've also engaged in all kinds of STEM activities, like learning about Bubble Science! We had so much fun making the bubble solution then experimenting with different shapes and forms. We had an absolute blast! Every class, from Kindergarten through 5th grade, got to experience the joy of bubbles. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1771787628194,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-creativity-with-art-and-stem-suppli/10109117/","projectTitle":"Fuel Creativity with Art and STEM Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fahl","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9777417_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y96&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757383485872","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9777417"},{"teacherId":9398875,"projectId":10105939,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping make learning more engaging and meaningful for my students. Since receiving our new Cricut cutter, we have been using it to decorate our classroom and create personalized memory books for students to celebrate their learning and experiences throughout the year. The excitement on students' faces when they first saw the materials was unforgettable—they were eager to participate, ask questions, and begin creating right away. Having hands-on materials that feel special and personalized has made students more excited to participate in classroom activities.\r\n\r\nOne of our favorite projects so far has been using the flower garden materials to make flowers together. What seemed like a simple activity quickly became an opportunity for growth in many different areas. Students loved creating and decorating flowers, and the process naturally encouraged important social and emotional skills. Many students practiced waiting their turn and being patient while sharing materials and taking part in the activity. We also saw increased social interaction as students encouraged one another, talked about their creations, and worked together in ways that built classroom connections.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are excited to continue using these resources for classroom projects, seasonal decorations, and memory books that help students reflect on their progress and accomplishments. We plan to incorporate more collaborative activities that strengthen communication, patience, and creativity while helping students feel proud of their work. Your generosity has created opportunities for meaningful learning experiences, and we are incredibly grateful for the positive impact you have made in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1771624823849,"projectUrl":"project/lets-go-pre-k/10105939/","projectTitle":"Let's Go Pre-K","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lacey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9398875_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1702704547421","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9398875"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50776","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":462,"numTeachers":34,"percentFrplEligible":64,"percentAsian":7,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":9,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":34,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":26,"percentMultiracialImputed":20,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"13.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":54.0,"schoolId":50776,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Konawaena Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Konawaena Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/hawaii-school-district/konawaena-elementary-school/50776"}