{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lihikai Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":39.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8820876,"projectId":9773716,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this project. We obtained all the requested supplies and are putting them to good use. The paper, toner and laminating pouches were used to create early reading skill materials like flashcards such as letter cards, picture cards, hihgh-frequency words, etc., to aide in teachers reading instruction.\r\n\r\nOne specific example of use was in Kindergarten and first grade. One critical pre-reading skill is letter-sounds. It is imperative that this skill is mastered in the early years to create proficient readers. Using the donated suplies, we created letter flashcards that teachers use for letter-sound practice daily. Upper-grade teachers also use these cards to work with students who are in need of early reading skill interventions.\r\n\r\nFlashcards were also laminated to help preserve the cards' longevity and to avoid the need to remake them each year.","fullyFundedDate":1759625858229,"projectUrl":"project/early-reading-skills-intervention/9773716/","projectTitle":"Early Reading Skills Intervention","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Saito","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8820876"},{"teacherId":8823473,"projectId":10111485,"letterContent":"On behalf of my 3rd and 4th-grade students, I want to extend a sincere thank you for your incredible generosity. Because of your support, our classroom is now equipped with the essential tools—a printer, paper, and multisensory supplies—that allow our students to move beyond the screen and engage with their education in a truly tangible way.\r\nFor students with Specific Learning Disabilities, the \"infinite scroll\" of a digital tablet can often lead to mental fatigue and a lack of focus. Your donation has provided the physical materials necessary to create a \"linear\" learning experience.\r\nThe Difference You've Made:\r\n•\tBuilding Spatial Maps: With the printed passages you funded, my students are now building \"spatial maps\" of information. They can remember exactly where a vocabulary word \"lived\" on a physical page, which significantly boosts their recall and confidence.\r\n•\tActive, Tactile Decoding: Using the sheet protectors and supplies, my students are now \"slashing\" through syllables and circling phonemes with dry-erase markers. This kinesthetic movement makes the abstract process of decoding concrete and manageable.\r\n•\tDeep Focus: By bringing physical books and packets into their hands, you have given them a chance to slow down, practice critical thinking, and engage in deep reading without the distractions of digital notifications.\r\nYour investment goes far beyond paper and ink; it is providing the bridge my students need to close foundational gaps in phonics and comprehension. Thank you for believing in their potential and for helping us create a classroom where every student can physically \"touch\" their own success.","fullyFundedDate":1771783876321,"projectUrl":"project/learning-through-print/10111485/","projectTitle":"Learning Through Print","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Slate","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8823473"},{"teacherId":10170882,"projectId":9680920,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous gift of a printer and ink to our Special Education classroom for students ages 7 to 10. Your support has given our students an important tool that helps them participate more fully and proudly in their learning.The printer allows us to create visual schedules, step-by-step directions, and personalized worksheets that meet each child's unique needs. Printed pictures, charts, and large-print materials help many of our students better understand routines and concepts, and this has made our classroom calmer, more organized, and more accessible for everyone.Our students are especially excited to see their own work printed. They love turning their stories, drawings, and projects into \"real\" papers they can hold, share, and take home to their families. For many of them, this simple step makes their hard work feel important and celebrated.One child who often struggles to stay focused now works more carefully, knowing his finished work will be printed and displayed on our classroom wall. Another student, who communicates best with pictures, proudly helps print out choice boards and labels for the class, giving him a leadership role and a sense of ownership.Thank you again for investing in our students and in the tools that help them learn in ways that work best for them. Your generosity is making a daily difference in our Special Education classroom, and we are truly grateful.With heartfelt appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1766791989857,"projectUrl":"project/printing-possibilities-personalized-lea/9680920/","projectTitle":"Printing Possibilities: Personalized Learning for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Melgar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10170882"},{"teacherId":8356917,"projectId":9777091,"letterContent":"Please accept this letter as a heartfelt thank you for your generous contribution of watercolor paper, a color printer, and laminating sheets. These materials were instrumental in the success of our recent door decorating project and have had a profoundly positive impact on our students.\r\n\r\nThe supplies allowed our students to fully unleash their creativity and take true ownership of the project. The watercolor paper elevated the quality of their artwork, providing a rich, professional surface that encouraged greater care and effort in their designs. The color printer enabled the students to incorporate vibrant, detailed digital elements, adding a layer of sophistication and personalization to their work that would not have been possible otherwise. Finally, the laminating sheets ensured their hard work was preserved, protecting the final decorations from damage and adding a durable, high-quality finish.\r\n\r\nThe resulting display is one that our students are immensely proud of. The project fostered collaboration, artistic skill, and a strong sense of pride in our classroom environment. Knowing that their work is displayed so prominently and with such high-quality materials has boosted their confidence and morale, making our learning space feel more special and valued.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your commitment to our students and for providing the resources that make projects like this possible. Your support directly translates into tangible experiences that empower our students and enrich their educational journey.","fullyFundedDate":1759454376696,"projectUrl":"project/from-pen-to-paper/9777091/","projectTitle":"From Pen to Paper","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Vince-Cruz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8356917_orig.jpg?crop=438,438,x305,y106&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1706477140143","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-vincecruz"},{"teacherId":6907108,"projectId":8219357,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for your recent donation. Your generosity has directly enhanced the learning environment in my classroom by helping my students master the art of organization.\r\n\r\nWhile the writing supplies have streamlined our editing and publishing phases, the custom whiteboard desk overlays have been a particular highlight. They have become an essential tool for real-time feedback and student self-management. Thank you for investing in our classroom and for providing my students with the resources they need to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1708261978056,"projectUrl":"project/writing-for-success/8219357/","projectTitle":"Writing for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Orikasa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6907108"},{"teacherId":7928202,"projectId":9772448,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your wonderful donations. I teach an EL classroom and all different grade levels. These pocket charts and stands have really been useful for all our students. As many of you know EL students learn best with pictures as well as sentence frames. These wonderful chart stands and pocket charts have been a real game changer where the students are able to visibly see the words and pictures for the week. They are also able to look at the sentence frames that can help them write! The students love to put in and take out the picture and sentence frame cards. They have even used it to display their own vocabulary cards they have made. \r\nThank you so much from the bottom of my heart.","fullyFundedDate":1759199047715,"projectUrl":"project/lets-stand-up-for-vocabulary-learning-f/9772448/","projectTitle":"Let's Stand Up for Vocabulary Learning for My EL Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tamori","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7928202"},{"teacherId":8980974,"projectId":9794799,"letterContent":"Our students were very excited to use the supplies and materials that were\r\ngenerously given by you. Their creative minds were at work, and they enjoyed themselves. Some of the students wanted to do more of the same art. \r\n\r\nThey are very appreciative of your kindness. I am also very sincerely grateful for your continued contributions to our students. If not for all of you and your generosity, our students will not be able to engage in such fun activities to use their imagination and creative expressions in art.","fullyFundedDate":1764718456093,"projectUrl":"project/artists-in-the-classroom/9794799/","projectTitle":"Artists in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Domingo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8980974"},{"teacherId":6907108,"projectId":9772562,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our classroom. With our new supplies, students have been able to better focus on their work and not needing to walk around the room to gather additional supplies. \r\n\r\nA pleasant surprise to these new kits were that students were starting to communicate better as now there were communal supplies and students were sharing. Sharing communcal supplies allowed for them to practice their social skills. For some of my students, peer interaction is crucial to their learning needs. About 1/3 of my class are identified as either English learners, SPED or both and communication can be challenging. Having students use their words and having opportunities for positive peer interactions have seen them blossom even more.","fullyFundedDate":1759330051610,"projectUrl":"project/organization-for-visual-learners/9772562/","projectTitle":"Organization for Visual Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Orikasa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6907108"},{"teacherId":9343000,"projectId":9793797,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to help my classroom grow into my dream. It is always heartwarming when I receive confirmation that my project got funded through a donor. I am glad that out of the many different projects to choose from, you chose mine to get funded. I am truly thankful for your generous donation to my classroom. \r\n\r\nMy students and I will be using these supplies very often since it does help them learn and grow in their own ways. It allows them to explore with their little minds, but I have seen lots of growth in them since starting to use these items. My students love hearing SEL books because it reminds them that they can do whatever they put their mind to. It reassures them to know how far they have come and how far more they can learn. \r\n\r\n\r\nThank you!","fullyFundedDate":1765414021434,"projectUrl":"project/sel-centers/9793797/","projectTitle":"SEL + Centers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nakahashi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9343000_orig.jpg?crop=2403,2403,x290,y203&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708896621127","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9343000"},{"teacherId":9343000,"projectId":9772754,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to help my classroom grow into my dream. It is always heartwarming when I receive confirmation that my project got funded through a donor. I am glad that out of the many different projects to choose from, you chose mine to get funded. I am truly thankful for your generous donation to my classroom. \r\n\r\nMy students and I will be using these supplies very often since it does help them learn and grow in their own ways. It allows them to explore with their little minds, but I have seen lots of growth in them since starting to use these items. They were also able to be creative and bring home craft items for their families to share what they made in kindergarten. \r\n\r\nThank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1759607593249,"projectUrl":"project/learning-is-f-u-n/9772754/","projectTitle":"Learning is F-U-N!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nakahashi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9343000_orig.jpg?crop=2403,2403,x290,y203&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708896621127","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9343000"},{"teacherId":8390985,"projectId":9773300,"letterContent":"My students and I are so happy to have the new supplies that we received from donations. They have been enjoying the sand tables, the train table, and the additional cars that they use on and off the train table. \r\n\r\nWe have completed all of the puzzles we have received and they are now added to the rotation of puzzles that will be worked on. \r\n\r\nThe fidget toys and squishies are an all time favorite by my students. They love to get squishies as their reward but they also love to have the time to use additional supports to help them with regulation. \r\n\r\nWe appreciate your donations!","fullyFundedDate":1759389157719,"projectUrl":"project/play-time-together/9773300/","projectTitle":"Play Time Together","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Demi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8390985"},{"teacherId":8060905,"projectId":9774084,"letterContent":"These materials encourage hands-on learning, help students calm and regulate their emotions, and give them the tools to build communication, problem-solving, and social skills. Something as simple as a puzzle or a sensory toy can open the door to focus, independence, and joy in learning.\r\n\r\nBecause our community does not have easy access to these resources, your support directly puts meaningful tools into the hands of students who need them most. With your help, my counseling office is a space where every child feels supported, included, and excited to learn each day.","fullyFundedDate":1759593455594,"projectUrl":"project/from-stressed-to-serene-sensory-comfor/9774084/","projectTitle":"From Stressed to Serene: Sensory Comfort and Play Therapy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Filipi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8060905"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50984","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":632,"numTeachers":54,"percentFrplEligible":64,"percentAsian":42,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":16,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"11.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":60.3,"schoolId":50984,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Lihikai Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Lihikai Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/maui-school-district/lihikai-elementary-school/50984"}