{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mililani High School","outOfStateSupporters":37.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8821402,"projectId":10108784,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donations! My students have been pleased with the snacks, supplies, and charging station in my classroom. This is all made possible because of your generous donation.\r\n\r\nWhen the boxes arrived filled with snacks, art supplies, and cleaning supplies, my students were immediately curious and excited. One student said, \"Where did you get all of this?!\" They were so ecstatic and it was a reminder that even the simplest items can mean the world when you feel cared for.\r\n\r\nWe've already put so many of the materials to good use. The snack help students stay focused and energized throughout the day, especially for those who might not have access to extra food at home. The tissues and Clorox wipes have been lifesavers helping us stay healthy and keep our classroom germ free.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our classroom is more organized, comfortable, and equipped for success. Your kindness and generosity have made a real d","fullyFundedDate":1771703375812,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-smiles-surprises/10108784/","projectTitle":"Snacks, Smiles & Surprises","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kasaoka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8821402_orig.jpg?crop=1441,1441,x816,y2056&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707941623259","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8821402"},{"teacherId":176244,"projectId":10103871,"letterContent":"Thank you for the donation of fetal pigs for my Human Physiology & AP Biology classes. The dissection was a hit and a great way to wrap up the school year. When I told my students that their final assignment for the year would be a fetal pig dissection, they could not contain their excitement! For the AP Biology classes, human body systems are not part of the curriculum, however, we completed the dissection and overview of the body systems because many students mentioned they would like to enter the medical field. For the Human Physiology classes, the dissection was a way for students to see all of the body systems \"connected\" to each other and it also helped students demonstrate all of the material they remembered throughout the course since I had them point out different body parts and their importance as part of their \"final exam\". I am sure this activity sparked further interest in medical and STEM professions and inspired students to continue their studies in the biological sciences.","fullyFundedDate":1771497095762,"projectUrl":"project/this-little-piggy-sparked-the-curiosity/10103871/","projectTitle":"This little piggy sparked the curiosity of future medical professionals","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Humphreys","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/176244"},{"teacherId":10325360,"projectId":9849916,"letterContent":"Mahalo nui loa for your amazing donation of supplies for our \"Creative Based Instruction\" project! Seriously, your help getting us the 3D printer, whiteboards, timers, and markers gives our Community Based Instruction (CBI) students the exact tools they need to see real tech and collaboration in action right here in our classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our kids are getting way more than just a standard school activity. I love serving our Mililani community, and seeing our local kids get these kinds of opportunities means the world. This project is giving them huge benefits for their learning:\r\n\r\n- Creativity & Design: With colorful markers, students actually got to use their imagination to design and print their own stuff, such as our class motto design for \"We are a team that works hard together!\"\r\n\r\n- Cooperation: Our learners worked together to learn how to use and collaborate with one another on big projects, with the use of the new tools.\r\n\r\n- Value of Time: We used the new timers to help stay on task. In CBI, that's a functional skill! Learning time management and planning is so huge for them being ready for life after high school.\r\n\r\n- Having Fun: Fostering these tech skills in a caring classroom lets our kids just have genuine fun while learning skills they can actually use at home or out in the community.\r\n\r\nOther faculty members on campus were also impressed by the equipment and had so many kind words about our kids' creative potential. They're already looking forward to partnering with our CBI students on more stuff in the future. We are so incredibly grateful for your investment in our Mililani High classroom.\r\n\r\nThanks again and aloha!","fullyFundedDate":1763353680615,"projectUrl":"project/cbi-creative-based-instruction/9849916/","projectTitle":"Cbi: Creative Based Instruction","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Chris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10325360_orig.png?crop=1075,1075,x422,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761692110995","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10325360"},{"teacherId":9966928,"projectId":10108977,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my classroom feels more comfortable and truly more student-centered. The four new student chairs have already made a noticeable difference at our group table. Before, the older chairs were worn and unstable, and it would sometimes distract students' attention away because they were rocking back and forth. Now, students, can sit comfortably and stay focused and on task.\r\n\r\nThe display boards were just as meaningful. We used them for our fast fashion project \"True Cost of a T-Shirt: Exploring Environmental Sustainability in Fashion.\", where students explored the global impact of clothing production, labor conditions, and consumer choices. When students first saw the boards, they were surprised it was provided for them, and several mentioned how helpful that they didn't need to buy one. After the display board project was finished, students walked around, view each other's work, ask questions, and make connections to what they learned. Your support has made a real difference. It's helped create a classroom where collaboration is easier and students can engage more fully in what they're learning together.","fullyFundedDate":1771715809010,"projectUrl":"project/true-cost-of-a-t-shirt-exploring-enviro/10108977/","projectTitle":"True Cost of a T-Shirt: Exploring Environmental Sustainability in Fashion.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Buenafe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9966928"},{"teacherId":7654025,"projectId":10108554,"letterContent":"Aloha from Mililani High School Spanish 2 classes! Mon. May 24, 2026\r\n\r\nThank you, gracias mil and mahalo for donating the clay, play dough, and other art materials help push along a project I've always wanted to upgrade! I did this project once before but I always wanted to have clay accessible to ALL of my students. As I have done in the past, students are to build their \"criaturas magicas\" or their (The recycled materials they gather are from home, etc, and SOME groups might have air dry clay; but not all.) The projects that used clay just looked so much better. I couldn't wait for my students to all have equal access to clay! They were so excited. Attached here are some in class photos of the process of the project from beginning to end as well as some slides of their completed projects. Again, we are so very grateful for the opportunity to try something new and the project went PERFECTLY for the end of the school year when kids are getting so restless for summer. I will definitely have to incorporate more hands-on clay projects in the future for the end of the quarter type of days when the kids need the hands on activities! The students were really excited to see that they got \"ALL this clay?!\" for their projects. You could see their wheels turning with possibilities about what to create when they saw the cylinders of clay out in my classroom.\r\nPart of the project was to research 3 different animals from Spanish speaking countries and then they had to use their newly learned body parts vocabulary to create a mythical creature or an \"alebrije\" that would help them solve an issue in that Spanish speaking country. I will have attached some of the student work in a slide so you may view some of the coolest things they came up with! Another component of the project was to upload photos of their creations and turn them into \"stickers\" or transparent images so their creature could fly all over the world solving issues with their magic and also visiting famous monuments, landmarks, spending currency and also stopping to eat local dishes. There was a lot of learning and fun to be had with this project!\r\nThank you again, we are so grateful! This was my very first time being chosen as a recipient from Donors Choose and I am so excited. I also needed that inspiration toward the end of the exhausting school year!\r\n\r\nMahalo, gracias,\r\n\r\nKehaulani White (Mrs. Señora Blanco)\r\nMililani High School","fullyFundedDate":1771695962552,"projectUrl":"project/alebrijes-project-spanish-class/10108554/","projectTitle":"Alebrijes Project -Spanish Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Señora Blanco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7654025"},{"teacherId":10430290,"projectId":10104594,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my project. My students have gained so much from your generous donations. I primarily work with 10th grade high school students. These students have a lot of academic and social pressures and I try to create a safe place where they can retreat from their daily life expectations to receive some relief. All of the donations have made it possible to create that positive environment. \r\n\r\nThey sensory stickers offer a positive coping strategy for students who are feeling overwhelmend, stress or emotional. We were able to provide every 10th grader with a sensory sticker. Along with the sensory stickers the granola bars were also great ways to provide students nourshiment when they missed meals and when they were not feeling well and it was also a great way to build positive relationships with students. I feel that food is always a great way to connect with people. The plastic try bins and phone chargers were great tools to stay organized and focus.","fullyFundedDate":1771514831833,"projectUrl":"project/counselor-room/10104594/","projectTitle":"Counselor Room","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kittelson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10430290"},{"teacherId":8882347,"projectId":10107786,"letterContent":"Mahalo for supporting us with 2 dishwashers! This was helpful for our various food labs in marine science and environmental science. Students were grateful to have a dishwasher to aid in the preparation and clean-up of our labs. Our new equipment gave students a boost of motivation in quarter 4 as we wrapped up the school year. \r\n\r\nIn marine science, we were able to use the dishwasher to sanitize our dissection tools. Students enjoyed their learning afterwards by frying the fish and eating it! Our last environmental science food lab was a local starch cook-off. Students worked in groups to choose a locally grown starch and create delicious dish.\r\n\r\nWe have found cooking projects help connect students to their learning. The learning environment is enhanced with engagement and positivity. In the future, we hope to continue to use more ingredients grown on our campus. We hope that students will feel empowered when they can plant, harvest, and cook their own food. Thank you again for supporting our classroom and our students!","fullyFundedDate":1771695594093,"projectUrl":"project/garden-2-lab-2-table-4-learning/10107786/","projectTitle":"Garden 2 Lab 2 Table 4 Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Parker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8882347"},{"teacherId":3284337,"projectId":10104335,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of supplies for our Paper Roller Coasters! Your contribution that allowed the purchase of cardstock, tape, and other critical consumable supplies has provided our students with tools they need to bring physics to life.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our students are getting much more than just a fun classroom activity. This project offers incredible benefits to their learning and development:\r\n\r\nHands-On Physics Concepts: Instead of just reading about forces from a textbook, students are actively interacting with gravity, friction, momentum, and the conservation of energy. They see Potential Energy convert intoKinetic Energy in real-time and have observable phenomena to connect to their learning. \r\n\r\nThe Engineering Design Process: Building a paper roller coaster requires trial and error. Students are learning how to prototype, test, fail safely, and redesign—critical skills for future STEM careers.\r\n\r\nCollaboration and Problem Solving: Working in teams forces students to communicate clearly, negotiate ideas, and mathematically troubleshoot why a marble might be flying off the track or stalling on a loop.\r\n\r\nCreative Engagement: This project bridges the gap between science and art, allowing students who might typically struggle with traditional lectures to shine through structural design and creative aesthetics.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has directly fueled their curiosity and confidence. We are incredibly grateful for your investment in our classroom and our future scientists and engineers!","fullyFundedDate":1771646776435,"projectUrl":"project/riding-the-rollercoaster/10104335/","projectTitle":"Riding the Rollercoaster","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miura-Aguinaldo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3284337"},{"teacherId":10044752,"projectId":10106971,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to truly thank you for your incredible generosity. When the boxes arrived in our classroom, the kids were absolutely stoked. There's nothing quite like the buzz of energy in a room when students see fresh, high-quality gear waiting for them. Seeing a brand-new setup of Posca markers and a solid laminator immediately got them excited and eager to dive into our upcoming projects.\r\n\r\nWe have already been putting these resources to serious use, and they have genuinely leveled up what we can do in class. The students used the vibrant Posca markers to craft custom World History board games completely from scratch, as well as sharp signage for our school events. To make sure their hard work actually survives the school year, we've been running their games and projects through the laminator. Hanging their durable, professional-looking work around the room has given them a huge sense of pride.\r\n\r\nHonestly, even the supply of Kleenex has been a total game-changer for our daily grind. It makes quick work of clearing away the mess after a heavy project session and has been crucial for keeping the classroom clean, healthy, and functioning at 100% during cold season. Your support didn't just provide supplies; it completely re-energized our workspace. I am incredibly grateful for your significant investment in my students and our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1771644395993,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-here-in-hawaii-make-it-happen/10106971/","projectTitle":"Help Us Here in Hawai'i Make It Happen!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Poehling","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10044752"},{"teacherId":9967521,"projectId":10106844,"letterContent":"Big mahalo for choosing to support our projects and the work we do with our haumāna. As you can see from our pictures, the LCD microscopes and Scotch tape will go a long way in enhancing our students' learning experiences. The LCD microscopes will continue to support our diverse learners by giving them the opportunity to closely observe and study organisms and their habitats in a more engaging and meaningful way. Through these experiences, students are able to build stronger connections and relationships with the living things around them and develop a deeper sense of care for our ʻāina. We hope to inspire our students to recognize that they can make a difference and understand the urgency of making a positive impact on the environment around us.\r\n\r\nThe Scotch tape we received as part of the donation also plays an important role in helping students organize lab worksheets and materials in their science notebooks. Their science notebook becomes a toolkit they can continue to use beyond high school, helping them develop valuable writing, organization, and note-taking skills that will support them in their future education and careers.\r\n\r\nHere at Mililani High School, we pride ourselves on providing place-based and hands-on learning opportunities for our students. We truly could not do what we do without your generous support. Big mahalo!","fullyFundedDate":1771655692717,"projectUrl":"project/marine-kilo/10106844/","projectTitle":"Marine Kilo","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Santos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9967521"},{"teacherId":9805373,"projectId":10107613,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping us get dry erase boards and fidget toys for our students. We have already been using the dry erase boards during class discussions. Students enjoy being able to write their answers, share ideas, and practice without worrying about mistakes. The fidget toys have also been very helpful during independent work and small group time by helping students stay focused and calm.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, they were very excited. They could not wait to use the dry erase boards, and many students were smiling and eager to participate. The fidget toys quickly became a favorite classroom tool, and students have been using them responsibly to help stay engaged during lessons.\r\n\r\nAs we continue learning this year, these materials will help students stay active and involved in classroom activities. We will continue using the dry erase boards for daily practice and group learning, and the fidget toys will help students stay focused and ready to learn. Thank you again for your kindness and generosity. Your support truly made a difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1771659940803,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-resources-are-an-essential-par/10107613/","projectTitle":"Classroom Resources Are an Essential Part of Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stephens","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9805373"},{"teacherId":9807154,"projectId":10109164,"letterContent":"The students are experimenting with mixing colors to create unique colors that I don't have in stock. One of my students wanted to blend a lot of colors to create colors that are different from the other students and she was happy with the results of her mixing. She ended up with a burgundy color that no one else had, but her.\r\n\r\nAfter my glazes arrived, my students were really happy that a lot of the missing colors got replenished. With 170 students in all of my classes, the glazes don't last very long. There still are many colors that we don't have, so a lot of the students are experimenting with mixing colors and doing gradual blending on their pieces. They were happy with their results.\r\n\r\nThe students will continue to mix the colors to their liking to have colors that stand out from the rest. They enjoy having compliments and having their peers ask them how those colors were made.","fullyFundedDate":1771719246579,"projectUrl":"project/mystery-glaze-challenge/10109164/","projectTitle":"Mystery Glaze Challenge","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kaya","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9807154"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50896","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":2382,"numTeachers":148,"percentFrplEligible":34,"percentAsian":31,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":8,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":19,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":11,"percentMultiracialImputed":26,"gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"16.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":62.7,"schoolId":50896,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Mililani High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Mililani High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/central-oahu-school-district/mililani-high-school/50896"}