{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Pres Abraham Lincoln Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":46.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1982884,"projectId":9781102,"letterContent":"I am so grateful for your support of our project, \"Excited About School!\" In our preschool special education classroom, engagement is the key to unlocking learning. Your donation of interactive Toy Story action figures has brought so much joy and motivation to our students. These characters serve as amazing social-emotional tools, helping my little learners practice communication and cooperative play. Additionally, the scooter stool has become a vital piece of equipment, providing our staff with the mobility needed to interact with students at their eye level throughout the day.\r\n\r\nWe are also putting the laminating pouches and badge holders to great use! These supplies allow us to create durable visual schedules and personalized communication cards that our students can carry with them. By turning their favorite characters into learning prompts, you've helped create an environment where every child feels excited to walk through the door. Thank you for providing the resources that make our classroom a functional, fun, and inclusive space for everyone!","fullyFundedDate":1759588439033,"projectUrl":"project/excited-about-school/9781102/","projectTitle":"Excited About School!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ogata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1982884"},{"teacherId":1982884,"projectId":9152614,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Play with Me!\" Your generosity has transformed our preschool special education classroom into a vibrant hub of discovery. The wooden play food sets, ranging from sushi to charcuterie, along with the multicultural puzzles and sensory bin tools, provide my students with essential hands-on learning opportunities. These high-quality materials allow children with diverse needs to practice fine motor skills and explore social roles through imaginative, open-ended play.\r\n\r\nIn addition to the toys, the durable laminating pouches, art trays, and woven baskets have been instrumental in creating a structured, organized environment. We use the trays and baskets to design \"work tasks\" that promote independence, while the felt-board story sets bring literacy to life for our visual learners. These resources ensure that every student can engage at their own level and pace. Thank you for investing in our classroom and making every playtime a meaningful learning experience!","fullyFundedDate":1741699171853,"projectUrl":"project/play-with-me/9152614/","projectTitle":"Play with Me!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ogata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1982884"},{"teacherId":1982884,"projectId":8879703,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your support of our project, \"Communication and Social Skills!\" In a preschool special education classroom, the right technology is not just a luxury; it is a vital bridge to the world. Your generous donation has provided my students with innovative tools that allow them to express their needs, share their thoughts, and engage with their peers in ways that were previously challenging. Seeing a child find their \"voice\" through a digital interface is a moment of pure magic that you made possible.\r\n\r\nBeyond individual communication, this technology fosters essential social interaction. By using shared digital activities, my students are learning to take turns, follow group directions, and collaborate on creative tasks. These early experiences build the foundation for lifelong confidence and connection. Your investment in our classroom is helping every child feel heard and included. Thank you for championing our little learners and their incredible potential!","fullyFundedDate":1729080481784,"projectUrl":"project/communication-and-social-skills/8879703/","projectTitle":"Communication and Social Skills!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ogata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1982884"},{"teacherId":1982884,"projectId":8593537,"letterContent":"I am so grateful for your support of our project, \"Engaging in Storytime!\" In our preschool special education classroom, capturing a child's attention is the first step toward learning. Your donation of an incredible variety of Folkmanis puppets, including a great white shark, a bleating sheep, and a tiny chameleon, has brought our daily stories to life. These puppets act as social-emotional bridges, helping my students practice communication and turn-taking in a way that feels like pure play.\r\n\r\nBeyond the puppets, we use the hook-and-loop coins and dry erase markers to create customized visual schedules and interactive learning tasks that keep our day running smoothly. These materials provide the sensory and visual support my learners need to succeed. Thank you for making our classroom a place where every story is an adventure and every student feels engaged!","fullyFundedDate":1726670607515,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-in-storytime/8593537/","projectTitle":"Engaging in Storytime!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ogata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1982884"},{"teacherId":1982884,"projectId":8220000,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for funding our project, \"Exploring Cultures Through Music and Art!\" Your generosity has brought a world of discovery to our preschool special education classroom. With the multicultural instruments, percussion sets, and vibrant art supplies, my students can now experience the rhythms and colors of global traditions firsthand. These tactile tools are essential for sensory learners, and the comfy floor seats provide the perfect inclusive space for us to gather, play, and create together.\r\n\r\nBeyond the music and art, the play food sets and \"What is Culture?\" book allow my students to explore diverse celebrations through imaginative play. These resources help build social-emotional skills and foster an early appreciation for the beautiful differences in our world. By providing these specialized materials, you are ensuring that every child, regardless of their support needs, has a seat at the table to learn and grow. Thank you for making our classroom a more inclusive, joyful place!","fullyFundedDate":1708198681708,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-cultures-through-music-and-art/8220000/","projectTitle":"Exploring Cultures Through Music and Art!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ogata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1982884"},{"teacherId":1982884,"projectId":8031300,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity in funding our project, \"Voice For All.\" In a preschool special education classroom, the gift of communication is the most transformative tool a child can receive. By providing an Apple iPad, you have given my students a powerful medium to express their needs, thoughts, and feelings. For many of my learners, this technology serves as their primary voice, breaking down barriers and allowing them to connect with the world in ways that were previously out of reach.\r\n\r\nThe impact of this high-capacity device goes far beyond the screen. We can utilize robust speech-generating apps and tailored educational programs that support diverse learning styles. Your kindness ensures that my students have access to the latest resources to build their independence and confidence every single day. Thank you for believing in their potential and for giving them the essential tools to be heard.","fullyFundedDate":1700248928586,"projectUrl":"project/voice-for-all/8031300/","projectTitle":"Voice for All!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ogata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1982884"},{"teacherId":1982884,"projectId":6256235,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting \"Learning is Fun! Help preschoolers love learning.\" In our special education classroom, these tactile tools are keys to independence. We are already using the Braille alphabet and number sets for sensory literacy, while the Monarch Life Cycle puppet and Dinosaur Bones turn science into a hands-on adventure.\r\n\r\nThese resources do more than fill shelves; they build foundational skills through play. Whether matching Letter Llamas, counting Smart Snacks cookies, or balancing the Wooden Scale, my students are developing fine motor strength and problem-solving skills in a joyful, inclusive environment. Your generosity has truly made our classroom a brighter place to grow. Thank you for being a champion for our little learners!","fullyFundedDate":1646621633475,"projectUrl":"project/learning-is-fun-help-preschoolers-love/6256235/","projectTitle":"Learning Is Fun! Help Preschoolers Love Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ogata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1982884"},{"teacherId":7317621,"projectId":10008393,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous funding for our \"HIDOE 2026!!\" project that has provided wonderful supplies to keep us going through the year! \r\n\r\nWe use composition books throughout the year for journaling, art, science, and math and greatly appreciate having a supply of blank and lined composition books for all of our students. The colored pencils, markers, glue, and scissors help to refresh our desk supplies! As we near the end of the quarter, portfolios that are used to keep us organized and to communicate with families are falling apart and will be refreshed at the start of next quarter. \r\n\r\nThe paper towel dispenser and paper towels are immensely helpful to keep our hands clean and dry. The electric stapler is also a great help to put together weekly packets pulled from Language Arts and Math booklets.\r\n\r\nThank you for your support and generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1771446227532,"projectUrl":"project/hidoe-2026/10008393/","projectTitle":"HIDOE 2026!!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fujisaka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7317621"},{"teacherId":9337254,"projectId":9774798,"letterContent":"The organization of my classroom is phenomenal thanks to these acrylic separators and letter trays. I use it all over the class to separate and organize student supplies as well as collect different types of work such as homework, classwork, and office letters/memos or payment for a variety of things like yearbook, fundraiser, field trips and donations. \r\n\r\nThe speaker is so useful when we have physical activity time outside on the playground. Students are really able to listen to the music easily and follow along to different dance moves. They absolutely love it!","fullyFundedDate":1759444917671,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-necessities/9774798/","projectTitle":"Classroom Necessities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nguyen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9337254_orig.png?crop=454,454,x0,y6&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700154720121","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9337254"},{"teacherId":8978873,"projectId":9777748,"letterContent":"Through your generous donations, our class was able to host a culminating Cultural Celebration to bring our unit entitled, \"Journeys\" to life. This celebration transformed our classroom in to a series of engaging cultural centers, and it was truly a memorable experience for our students and their families.\r\n\r\nOne of the most powerful moments occurred during our Culminating Cultural Celebration, when students and their families rotated through centers featuring cultural games, student created poems, STEM activities, and arts and crafts related to their European Explorers Research Projects. As soon as students saw the materials, they recognized how their culminating project reflected our General Learner Outcomes (GLOs). They connected becoming self-directed learners as they took the ownership of completing the project, and community contributors as they collaborated with peers and engaged family members. This prompted meaningful connections, thoughtful questions, and authentic curiosity about cultures beyond their own. \r\n\r\nWith much gratitude, we thank you. Your generosity has created meaningful learning experiences by incorporating our vision to create lasting memories that our families will remember.","fullyFundedDate":1759462875147,"projectUrl":"project/culminating-cultural-collaboration/9777748/","projectTitle":"Culminating Cultural Collaboration","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Yip","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8978873"},{"teacherId":10096689,"projectId":9505892,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our \"Safe, Organized & Engaging: Essential Tools for Our 4th-Grade Learners\" project has transformed our classroom into a cleaner, better-organized, and more productive learning environment. The storage bins, laminator, laminating sheets, and label paper allowed me to organize materials clearly and create durable resources that students can use again and again. Our classroom systems now run more smoothly, students know exactly where to find supplies, how to return items properly, and how to take responsibility for keeping our space tidy. The broom and dustpan set even became part of our daily clean-up routine, helping students take pride in maintaining their classroom.\r\n\r\nThe academic impact has been just as meaningful. The copy paper, crayons, and #2 pencils have been essential for writing, math work, and creative projects. Students have been able to complete assignments without worrying about running out of materials, and the crayons have sparked joy during art, ELA diagrams, and math notebooks. The ink refill bottles allowed me to print tools for differentiation and small-group instruction without limitations. Even the instant ice packs have made a difference, giving students quick comfort and allowing them to return to learning sooner after minor bumps or scrapes.\r\n\r\nYour support helped us create a space where students feel safe, prepared, and excited to learn each day. My class and I are truly grateful for your kindness and investment in their growth. Mahalo for helping us build an environment where every child can thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1763590998170,"projectUrl":"project/safe-organized-engaging-essential-to/9505892/","projectTitle":"Safe, Organized & Engaging: Essential Tools for Our 4th-Grade Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Disa Gale","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10096689_orig.png?crop=489,488,x0,y9&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755367508495","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10096689"},{"teacherId":8824258,"projectId":9778120,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing wonderful reading materials for my classroom and students. My students were so excited when they saw all of the new books that we received. Immediately students were raising their hands to ask if they could read a specific book. Many of my books were getting old and outdated so the new books are a very welcome addition to my classroom library. \r\n\r\nThe students also love the comfy, floor chairs. They are so cushiony and soft. One group of students gets to use them every Wednesday when we have Book Talks. They are thrilled when it is their turn to use the floor chair. \r\n\r\nThank you too for the book bins. They have truly helped me to organize all of the new books that you have generously provided for my class.","fullyFundedDate":1759504001356,"projectUrl":"project/getting-comfy-in-our-new-reading-corner/9778120/","projectTitle":"Getting Comfy in Our New Reading Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Terada","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8824258"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50857","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":361,"numTeachers":22,"percentFrplEligible":51,"percentAsian":23,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":17,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"16.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":53.5,"schoolId":50857,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Pres Abraham Lincoln Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Pres Abraham Lincoln Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/honolulu-school-district/lincoln-elementary-school/50857"}