{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Konawaena High School","outOfStateSupporters":64.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9967581,"projectId":8221025,"letterContent":"Mahalo for your support. The students look forward to this learning opportunity and a way to enact real life math skills. We look forward to learning with one another and supporting each others skills.\r\n\r\nIn time, I hope these students will be independent brokers of math skills in any aspect of life they experience! Their skills in the classroom will translate outside of the classroom to help them become contributors to their community and larger society. They are excited to see what's in store for them!","fullyFundedDate":1708211761268,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-economy/8221025/","projectTitle":"Classroom Economy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nguyen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9967581"},{"teacherId":515141,"projectId":9973423,"letterContent":"We had so much fun making our Lunar New Year candles yesterday on the actual Lunar New Year! We watched what the significance of Lunar New Year was and a lion dance in China for good luck. We talked about being kind to others and treating them how we want to be treated in return. It was a great rainy day activity that the kids loved because they got to take a treat home for their families. We also had enough supplies to make candles for the office ladies and counselors and they really appreciated the gift. We have a few more supplies and we will just make it all and give it to people to brighten their day! Mahalo for helping us to get these supplies and giving us a fun activity to do!","fullyFundedDate":1766998642046,"projectUrl":"project/lunar-new-year-good-luck-candles/9973423/","projectTitle":"Lunar New Year Good Luck Candles","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tina Alcain","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp515141_orig.jpg?crop=349,349,x10,y47&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1616889682651","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tina-alcain"},{"teacherId":8355107,"projectId":9772361,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our project! The students and I really appreciate the support. They've loved having not only the academic support, but also the supplies that go toward helping them socially, emotionally and physically.\r\n\r\nThe supplies have been in high demand, and students really appreciate being able to access access all of the snacks and fun items. They have also helped in motivating students to improve their study skills.\r\n\r\nThe fidgets are a huge hit, with many students utilizing these during counseling sessions, or coming in to play with them during recess and lunch. I was surprised at how many of them have played with the games.\r\n\r\nThe hygiene products went quickly, and I know our students really appreciated having them available. Thank you again so much from all of us!","fullyFundedDate":1759245192259,"projectUrl":"project/social-emotional-supports/9772361/","projectTitle":"Social Emotional Supports","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kuwada","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8355107_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y108&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1646681620597","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8355107"},{"teacherId":515141,"projectId":9785339,"letterContent":"We share what we can with our classmates, schoolmates and faculty when we have an abundance. Being able to share the bounty teaches my students about being kind and giving to others. The community members are so appreciative when we have things to share. We will try to make jam again for this new class this semester to share and if there are extras we share with others around us. Getting these supplies stocks our cabinets not just for this project, but for future projects until we run out. We make use of what we have as long as we can! Thank you again for the support!","fullyFundedDate":1763573760134,"projectUrl":"project/holiday-gifts/9785339/","projectTitle":"Holiday Gifts","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tina Alcain","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp515141_orig.jpg?crop=349,349,x10,y47&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1616889682651","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tina-alcain"},{"teacherId":515141,"projectId":9913541,"letterContent":"Mahalo for helping us to get the supplies we need for Fun Food Fridays. We usually have some kind of soup dish because that is able to be stretched for a lot of people. We try to always include some vegetable from the garden so that the students can say they had kale or mustard greens or arugula. So many of them have never grown anything before and are hesitant to try new things, but after they try it they say it's not so bad. \r\n\r\nWe come together and break bread each week so that we are united in our quest to become more sustainable for ourselves and our communities. Without your generosity we would not be able to have anything like this and we are very grateful. Mahalo again for everything you do for our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1763996375665,"projectUrl":"project/we-gotta-eat/9913541/","projectTitle":"We Gotta Eat!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tina Alcain","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp515141_orig.jpg?crop=349,349,x10,y47&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1616889682651","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tina-alcain"},{"teacherId":10172734,"projectId":9773584,"letterContent":"The reading space you helped me create is used daily both during class and after. The atmosphere in the room has certainly changed and the time we have for reading is cherished by students. It was fun to see my students reaction to the reading area. They were so excited to see it, and began using it immediately. \r\n\r\nI allow students to use the reading area during all reading activities including silent sustained reading, independent reading, paired reading, and group reading. I am happy to report reading levels have improved since receiving this donation.","fullyFundedDate":1759410152108,"projectUrl":"project/reading-its-what-we-do/9773584/","projectTitle":"Reading. It’s what we do.","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lamoreaux","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10172734_orig.jpg?crop=352,352,x297,y32&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755552608528","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10172734"},{"teacherId":1980993,"projectId":9776253,"letterContent":"Mahalo for your generous donation. Since receiving the donated items, many students have stopped by our office to grab a cough drop for a sore throat during the fall cold season—and even deodorant when needed. These small but meaningful interactions have helped build strong relationships between the students and me. As I am new to campus, this has been a wonderful way to show my support for students' basic needs and help them feel comfortable and cared for.\r\n\r\nThe snack items were also gone within the first month, highlighting a strong need for this type of support, as some families may not be able to afford these extras. Many students have expressed their gratitude. I hope to launch another DonorsChoose project focused specifically on snacks, as many students need healthy, sustainable options along with a few fun treats. We also support a student with low blood sugar who regularly comes in for snacks, especially toward the middle or end of the month.","fullyFundedDate":1759446465013,"projectUrl":"project/small-essentials-big-impact/9776253/","projectTitle":"Small Essentials, Big Impact","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Young","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1980993_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759076084320","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1980993"},{"teacherId":9342533,"projectId":9773229,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for fully funding our project and helping us create meaningful learning and celebration experiences for our students at Konawaena High School. Because of your generosity, our classroom now has headphones to support early college coursework, along with professional table covers, backdrop stands, curtains, and laminating supplies that allow us to host events that truly honor our students' hard work. Your support has made it possible for us to elevate both learning and celebration in ways we could not have done on our own.\r\nThe headphones have already made a difference for students enrolled in early college and online coursework by giving them a quiet, focused way to engage with lectures, assignments, and virtual discussions. Many of our students are balancing rigorous academics with extracurricular activities and responsibilities at home, so having reliable classroom technology helps them stay on track and confident in their learning. Students have shared how much easier it is to concentrate and participate when they have tools designed just for them.\r\nEqually exciting is the impact these supplies have had on our senior events. College and career fairs, senior interviews, awards nights, and school-wide celebrations now feel polished, organized, and truly special. Walking into a space that looks professional helps students feel proud, respected, and recognized for their achievements. Because of you, our seniors are experiencing moments that celebrate who they are and who they are becoming. Thank you for investing in our students and helping us make their senior year unforgettable.","fullyFundedDate":1759423056464,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-learning-and-celebrating-senio/9773229/","projectTitle":"Tools for Learning and Celebrating Senior Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ihi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9342533"},{"teacherId":8823498,"projectId":9764290,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom success! Having enough supplies for all students to start immediately when ready allows the creativity to flow. With enough scissors for all students there is warm sense of aloha with students asking to use supplies and sharing items. There was no reason to hoard or hide supplies. I heard things like, \"Here use this one, I'll get another one if I need it before you're pau.\" We were able to display patience and generosity because of your financial gifts.\r\nThe magnets were a hit! It's very easy to display work. We were able to hold projects to finish later in a convenient way. The only trouble I have is that the students like the magnets too. They went missing pretty quick. We do what we can with what we have.\r\nThank you again for valuing each of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1759609603137,"projectUrl":"project/creative-and-motivated/9764290/","projectTitle":"Creative and Motivated","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kanani Wall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8823498"},{"teacherId":9969487,"projectId":9825219,"letterContent":"I want to share the profound difference your generosity has made in our classroom. By supporting our Classroom Snack Station, you have provided more than just food; you have provided the fuel our students need to focus and succeed.\r\n\r\nThe snack station has become an essential part of our daily classroom rhythm. These resources are used as an immediate intervention for students who arrive at school without breakfast or who experience a dip in energy during the day. Because the station is stocked with shelf-stable, nutritious items like granola bars and crackers, I am now able to address hunger the moment it arises for any student. Having these resources readily available directly minimizes lost instructional time, as I can quickly provide a healthy snack to help a student regain focus and return to their work with confidence.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials being organized, they were overwhelmed with excitement. They truly could not believe that all of these supplies were meant just for them. There was a visible sense of relief in the room; seeing the station fully stocked made them feel cared for and secure, knowing that their basic needs are a priority in our school.\r\n\r\nThank you for recognizing that a hungry child cannot learn and for helping us remove this barrier to academic success.","fullyFundedDate":1763498229439,"projectUrl":"project/feed-the-children/9825219/","projectTitle":"Feed the Children!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. White","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9969487"},{"teacherId":8613849,"projectId":9785675,"letterContent":"I want to express my deepest gratitude for the vibrant atmosphere growing within my school during breaks, \"wiki\", and lunch.\r\n\r\nHaving the ability to supply games and snacks that engage has made a big difference during my students breaks.\r\n\r\nWatching my students engage with one another—sharing laughs, collaborating on ideas, and simply being present—has been a highlight of this year. In a world where it is so easy to retreat into the isolation of a phone screen, seeing our students choose real-world connection is nothing short of a blessing\r\n\r\nStudents are learning such valuable social skills that will help them in the present and future! Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1759628124651,"projectUrl":"project/building-social-skills-through-interacti/9785675/","projectTitle":"Building Social Skills Through Interactive Games.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cynthia Bens","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8613849_orig.jpg?crop=1381,1381,x0,y248&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741849159374","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/c-bens"},{"teacherId":9676624,"projectId":9469252,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation of this book! Students were a little hesitant as we started delving into the text, but the excitement quickly grew as we started discussing some of the lessons on financial literacy. The story was fitting, as students were already learning a little bit about business finance. We enjoyed reading the background story of Mr. Kiyosaki's childhood adventures. \r\n\r\nMany students just do not like to read these days. The last thing many of them want to do is pick up a book, but I had several students 'check the book' out from my classroom library so that they could continue reading in their spare time. I was very happily surprised, as I am an avid reader (when I have time). \r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped to ignite curiosity in some very reluctant readers, and I am so happy that your gift played such an instrumental role in the lives of these students. \r\n\r\nThank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1753118751278,"projectUrl":"project/building-financially-savvy-future-leader/9469252/","projectTitle":"Building Financially-Savvy Future Leaders: Rich Dad, Poor Dad","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Royer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9676624"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50777","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":955,"numTeachers":54,"percentFrplEligible":60,"percentAsian":12,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":16,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":22,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"17.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":35.6,"schoolId":50777,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Konawaena High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Konawaena High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/hawaii-school-district/konawaena-high-school/50777"}