{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Leilehua High School","outOfStateSupporters":49.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8356707,"projectId":10659015,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping us create a safe learning environment for our students. A key part of our classroom safety plan is an organized SDS station containing data sheets for all of our materials. Because of your support, students learned how to research chemicals, read SDSs, and keep files organized. Now, if a chemical emergency ever arises, everyone in our classroom knows how to quickly find and follow the correct response procedures.\r\n\r\nWithout your continued support of DonorsChoose projects for education, it's projects like this would be harder to implement. Funding is such a big part of education. Thank you so much! It is greatly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1789860363040,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-create-a-safe-learning-space/10659015/","projectTitle":"Help Us Create a Safe Learning Space","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Abe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8356707"},{"teacherId":8820871,"projectId":10660346,"letterContent":"On behalf of myself and my students at Leilehua High School, I want to express our sincere gratitude for your recent donation of 3D Printing tools. Your generosity will have a lasting impact on our ability to provide a well-rounded education in a technologically advanced environment.\r\n\r\nThe multi-colored filaments will be instrumental in enhancing our students' learning experience. The students are very excited to print in color. Previously, with limited equipment, some students had to share resources, hindering their ability to work independently and explore digital learning opportunities to their full potential. All the tools and adapters will be very helpful. Once again, we greatly appreciate it.","fullyFundedDate":1789853591466,"projectUrl":"project/3d-printing-creations/10660346/","projectTitle":"3D Printing Creations!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kaitoku","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8820871"},{"teacherId":10108939,"projectId":10163320,"letterContent":"Your generosity has helped bring our paper crane project to life! Students are using the materials to fold cranes, practice their skills, and teach children how to make their own. One memorable moment was watching our students become teachers as they guided children through the folding steps. Although we did not finish all the cranes during the activity, students enjoyed helping others and working together.\r\n\r\nThe materials have supported a hands-on project that keeps students engaged and excited to participate. Many students, including members of our Japanese club, Nakayoshi Kai, have joined in. Teaching others and contributing to a shared goal have given students opportunities to practice patience, teamwork, and leadership while connecting with Japanese culture.\r\n\r\nWe are continuing to fold cranes and have begun stringing them together for display at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial. Students look forward to seeing their work become part of a meaningful tribute to peace. Thank you for helping them take part in an experience that extends beyond our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1783741207518,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-culture-origami-for-local-fami/10163320/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Culture: Origami for Local Families and Keiki","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Watanabe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10108939_orig.jpg?crop=800,800,x0,y50&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765399905143","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10108939"},{"teacherId":8823934,"projectId":10662432,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for allowing us to purchase headphones for our Early College program! Some students have already started to use the headphones when they are watching their \"virtual classroom\" video lectures and supplementary media clips for their college coursework. We will also be able to use them for a few upcoming synchronous meetings with some instructors. Students will each have access to a headset with a microphone so that we can manage the group sitting in the same room at the same time each on their own devices (which could be chaotic without headsets and mics).\r\n\r\nPrior to this we had a small handful of older, very flimsy headphones that were available to students for in class use. Many students didn't want to use them since they were quite old and not very good. This new batch of better quality headphones is a gamechanger for some students. It will also allow more students to use them at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1789859403047,"projectUrl":"project/tuning-into-learning/10662432/","projectTitle":"Tuning into Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cabralda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8823934_orig.png?crop=500,500,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1677709747374","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8823934"},{"teacherId":9370395,"projectId":10548382,"letterContent":"Our students have been excited to use the new weighing scales and gloves during our hands-on Biology labs. One memorable activity was our osmosis gummy bear lab, where students investigated how saltwater, sugar water, and tap water affected the size and mass of gummy bears in relation to cell membrane and osmosis. Using the weighing scales allowed students to collect accurate data before and after soaking the gummies, while the gloves helped maintain a safe and clean laboratory environment.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, they were eager to begin experimenting like real scientists. Many students were especially excited to use the weighing scales because they made data collection more precise and meaningful. The gloves also helped students feel prepared and confident while conducting their investigation.\r\n\r\nAs we continue our study of cells and transport processes, students will use these materials in future labs involving diffusion, osmosis, and other biology concepts. The skills they are developing—observing, measuring, recording data, and drawing conclusions—are helping them think critically and connect classroom learning to real-world science.\r\n\r\nThank you for your generosity and for giving our students the opportunity to learn through engaging, hands-on investigations. Your support is making a meaningful difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1788359315888,"projectUrl":"project/balancing-science-hands-on-biology-expe/10548382/","projectTitle":"Balancing Science: Hands-On Biology Experiments for My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Damo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9370395_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773021547557","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9370395"},{"teacherId":9860396,"projectId":10105016,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my classroom and helping bring this project to life! These resources are already making a meaningful difference for my students and for the way I am able to support their learning. The new monitor allows me to display lessons, demonstrations, assignments, and examples clearly, making it easier for students to follow along and participate. It has been especially helpful when modeling activities and guiding students through projects, giving them a clearer visual reference as they work.\r\n\r\nThe printer ink has also made a major impact. I am able to provide students with printed assignments, resources, worksheets, and materials they can annotate and use for studying. This is especially valuable for students who learn best through hands-on and visual materials. The snacks have been another simple but meaningful addition. Having snacks available helps students who may arrive to class hungry or tired stay focused, energized, and ready to participate.\r\n\r\nI am incredibly grateful for the support that made these resources possible. The generosity of our donors allows me to create a classroom where students feel supported, engaged, and prepared to succeed. Thank you for investing in my students and helping provide them with the tools they need to learn, grow, and reach their goals!","fullyFundedDate":1771690853259,"projectUrl":"project/powering-student-success-with-technology/10105016/","projectTitle":"Powering Student Success with Technology & Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Wright","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9860396_orig.png?crop=1122,1122,x0,y190&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1787212092044","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lhswright"},{"teacherId":9370395,"projectId":10312299,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing these materials for my Biology classroom. My students and I truly appreciate your generosity and support. When the supplies arrived, my students were excited to see the materials and immediately became curious about how we would use them during our classroom activities and laboratory experiments.\r\n\r\nWe have already started using the supplies during our hands-on Biology activities. For example, my students completed a paper clip floating activity where they explored surface tension and a macromolecules lab where they tested different food samples to identify biological molecules. The Clorox wipes and paper towels have been especially helpful for cleaning our desks and laboratory areas before and after experiments. The Kleenex tissues also provide students with basic hygiene supplies while they are in class.\r\n\r\nMy students really enjoy learning by doing. During our experiments, they work together, make observations, ask questions, and connect what they learn from our lessons to real experiences. I love seeing their excitement when they discover something for themselves.\r\n\r\nAs we continue our Biology lessons, my students will participate in more laboratory investigations and hands-on activities. Your donation helps me provide these meaningful learning experiences while keeping our classroom clean, safe, and organized. Thank you for believing in my students and supporting our classroom. We are truly grateful for your kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1781436799885,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-our-biology-classroom-clean-saf/10312299/","projectTitle":"Keeping Our Biology Classroom Clean, Safe, and Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Damo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9370395_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773021547557","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9370395"},{"teacherId":10108939,"projectId":9957685,"letterContent":"front of the room to present projects, model conversations in Japanese, or share their work without worrying about unplugging equipment or disrupting the lesson. Our classroom screen remains connected, allowing videos, presentations, and instructional materials to be displayed seamlessly from beginning to end.\r\n\r\nOne of the most noticeable improvements has been the adjustable TV mounts. By positioning the screens at the optimal angle, more students can clearly see the content from anywhere in the room. Students have commented that they no longer have classmates blocking their view of the screen, and there have been far fewer complaints about not being able to see presentations, instructional videos, or lesson materials. This has made whole-class instruction more effective and ensured that every student has an equal opportunity to engage with the lesson.\r\n\r\nThe improved organization has also made the classroom safer. By securing cables and equipment, we have reduced tripping hazards and created a cleaner learning space where students can move freely and focus on participating rather than avoiding cords on the floor.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has provided much more than classroom supplies. You have helped create an environment where technology supports learning instead of interrupting it. Every uninterrupted lesson, smooth student presentation, and clear view of the classroom screen is a direct result of your investment in our students.\r\n\r\nありがとうございます (Arigatou gozaimasu)! Thank you for helping us create a learning space where students can participate confidently, stay focused, and enjoy a seamless learning experience every day.","fullyFundedDate":1769177444890,"projectUrl":"project/untangled-learning-safe-clear-and-con/9957685/","projectTitle":"Untangled Learning: Safe, Clear, and Connected Classrooms","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Watanabe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10108939_orig.jpg?crop=800,800,x0,y50&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765399905143","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10108939"},{"teacherId":10108939,"projectId":10103314,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, my students now have the tools they need to fully participate in every lesson. The technology and classroom resources from this project have made learning more accessible, engaging, and interactive for all students.\r\n\r\nOne of the biggest impacts has been our ability to explore new forms of assessment using the Formative platform. Instead of relying only on traditional paper-and-pencil assessments, students completed more listening and speaking activities online. This allowed each student to work at their own pace, replay audio as many times as needed, and record responses when they felt ready. Students were less anxious because they did not feel rushed, and I was able to better assess their language proficiency rather than their speed.\r\n\r\nThe headphones also proved to be an invaluable resource beyond daily lessons. For our final exam project, several students created original Japanese videos as part of their assessment. During our class gallery walk, classmates used the headphones to watch each video, listen carefully to the spoken Japanese, and complete thoughtful peer evaluations without disrupting one another. The quality of feedback and student engagement exceeded my expectations.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has created a more inclusive and flexible learning environment where students can build confidence, practice language skills at their own pace, and demonstrate their learning in meaningful ways. Every lesson taught with these tools is a reminder that there are people who believe in our students and want them to have every opportunity to succeed.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and myself, ありがとうございます (Arigatou gozaimasu)! Thank you for investing in their education and helping us create an engaging classroom where Japanese language and culture come to life.","fullyFundedDate":1771603976092,"projectUrl":"project/giving-students-the-tools-to-see-hear/10103314/","projectTitle":"Giving Students the Tools to See, Hear, and Achieve","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Watanabe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10108939_orig.jpg?crop=800,800,x0,y50&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765399905143","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10108939"},{"teacherId":9818534,"projectId":10104679,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our journalism classroom has transformed into a bustling, multimedia newsroom! My students have been diving headfirst into creative storytelling and peer collaboration.\r\n\r\nRecently, we used our new materials to as a unique translation project, turning classical literature into modern media. The students translated scenes from Romeo and Juliet and adapted them into beautifully drawn comic strips—a format we are excited to keep utilizing as we build out our upcoming \"Humor Hub\" section in our publication.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the classroom has been buzzing with audio production. Students have officially stepped behind the mic for our new podcasting projects, using our new teleprompter to deliver smooth, professional scripts. When they aren't recording, they are collaborating on our massive post-it presentation paper, crowding around to leave active, constructive feedback on each other's drafts.\r\n\r\n\r\nThe reaction of the material was pure excitement! When the boxes arrived, the students couldn't wait to unwrap them. Seeing a real-deal teleprompter made them feel like professional, big-league journalists right out of the gate. There was an immediate shift in the room's energy—they felt validated and deeply touched that a group of donors believed in their voices enough to supply them with such high-quality, professional tools.\r\n\r\n\r\nNow that the foundational pieces are in place, our next steps are all about production and publication! The students are currently editing their first official podcast episodes to launch to our school community. Meanwhile, our artists and writers are compiling their comic strips to format a recurring humor and satire page for our upcoming issues. Your support didn't just give us materials; it gave us a fully functioning launchpad for student voice! Thank you for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1771719239765,"projectUrl":"project/the-sentinel-soundwave/10104679/","projectTitle":"The Sentinel Soundwave","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lockhart","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9818534"},{"teacherId":9278525,"projectId":10104839,"letterContent":"to Whom it May Concern, \r\n\r\nI am writing to express my sincere gratitude for your support of our recent project. This initiative will significantly impact students' learning and social-emotional well-being by offering a vital creative outlet for self-expression. Through the innovative use of artificial flowers as tangible symbols, students will be empowered to share their feelings, effectively fostering empathy and meaningful connection among peers.\r\n\r\nFurthermore, this interactive approach encourages open discussions about emotions, helping students develop essential social skills and long-term resilience. By engaging in these activities, students will feel more supported and understood, creating a positive classroom environment that enhances both their emotional health and overall learning experience. Thank you for partnering with us to build a nurturing educational community where every student has the opportunity to thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1771551312126,"projectUrl":"project/fostering-connection-flowers-for-emotio/10104839/","projectTitle":"Fostering Connection: Flowers for Emotional Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kimberly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9278525"},{"teacherId":8990235,"projectId":9780956,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our project. We were able to host a very successful Career & Financial Literacy day for our students. This activity was optional and voluntary for our students, so we wanted to provide a small incentive for their participation. \r\n\r\nThanks to your generous donation, we were able to show our appreciation and gratitude for their participation in our event. They were surprised to see the snack table and were very excited to eat after thoughtfully pondering their futures and carefully calculating a budget based on their future careers and life scenarios. We hope our event opened our students minds to life after high school, and got them thinking about their futures. Your donation helped us continue to fuel the minds of our students as we guide them through high school and provide a foundation for their future after graduation.","fullyFundedDate":1769177436931,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-futures-at-college-career-nigh/9780956/","projectTitle":"Fueling Futures at College & Career Night","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Decierdo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8990235"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50894","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1541,"numTeachers":114,"percentFrplEligible":50,"percentAsian":23,"percentBlack":6,"percentWhite":13,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":22,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":19,"percentMultiracialImputed":14,"gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"13.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":51.0,"schoolId":50894,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Leilehua High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Leilehua High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/central-oahu-school-district/leilehua-high-school/50894"}