{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mililani - Uka Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":36.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9926772,"projectId":10104543,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our special education Functional Skills Classroom (FSC). Because of your kindness, our students now have access to an air fryer and a variety of paints that have greatly enriched their learning experiences.\r\n\r\nThe air fryer has transformed our cooking lessons by providing students with hands-on opportunities to practice important life skills such as following directions, measuring ingredients, food preparation, kitchen safety, and cleaning up after cooking. Students are excited to prepare healthy snacks and simple meals while building independence and confidence that will benefit them beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nThe paints have enhanced our art activities by allowing students to express their creativity in meaningful ways. Through painting, students strengthen fine motor skills, practice following multi-step directions, explore colors and textures, and develop self-expression. Art has become an engaging outlet that encourages communication, problem-solving, and pride in their accomplishments.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has created memorable learning opportunities that support both academic growth and essential life skills. Thank you for investing in our students and helping them build confidence, independence, and a love of learning","fullyFundedDate":1771611447804,"projectUrl":"project/cooking-creating-and-constructing-conf/10104543/","projectTitle":"Cooking, Creating, and Constructing Confidence","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. McWayne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9926772"},{"teacherId":8794667,"projectId":10104447,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping bring joy, creativity, and motivation to my 5th graders. Your generosity means more than words can express.\r\n\r\nMy students are at such a special age where they are growing in confidence, discovering who they are, and learning how capable they can be. They make me laugh every day with their unique personalities, and they constantly amaze me with their resilience and determination. Many of them simply need encouragement and positive experiences to help them stay engaged and excited about school.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students had opportunities to enjoy hands-on activities, games, and rewards that made learning more meaningful and fun. Although we did not have enough time to complete the tie-dye project this school year, I am excited to use those materials with next year's class so students can continue creating special memories together.\r\n\r\nThe LCD writing tablets quickly became a class favorite. Students loved using them during rainy day recesses, and they were also incredibly helpful during lessons for showing their work instead of constantly using scratch paper. The academic games gave students fun, engaging ways to practice important skills while building teamwork and confidence.\r\n\r\nOur class store was always a huge hit as well! Students worked hard to earn points and loved having snacks as one of their shopping choices. These small rewards helped motivate students to complete their iReady lessons, celebrate their progress, and feel proud of their accomplishments.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your support reminded my students that there are people who believe in them and care about their success. Thank you for helping create a classroom environment where students feel encouraged, supported, and excited about learning.","fullyFundedDate":1771624550391,"projectUrl":"project/creating-achieving-and-celebrating-in/10104447/","projectTitle":"Creating, Achieving, and Celebrating in 5th Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kennedy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8794667_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y409&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700099881972","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8794667"},{"teacherId":7932193,"projectId":10111015,"letterContent":"When our school first adopted the CKLA curriculum for ELA last year, I was worried about how I could make the Knowledge portion of the lessons more concrete for the students, as the program strictly focused on read alouds and discussions to engage the students with the content.\r\n\r\nFortunately, the books that were graciously provided through this grant became the answer I was looking for. As the students engaged with the texts, it was amazing to see how they made connections, drew their own inferences, synthesized information, and asked thoughtful questions about what they learned in their lessons and what they read in the books.\r\n\r\nI feel that the act of reading made their learning deeper and more impactful because it allowed them to make their own meaning of the information they had previously heard about in the lessons. Thank you so much. The students and I truly appreciate it!","fullyFundedDate":1771786782035,"projectUrl":"project/when-listening-isnt-enough/10111015/","projectTitle":"When Listening Isn't Enough","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fujii","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7932193"},{"teacherId":8817643,"projectId":10106758,"letterContent":"These resources have already made such a positive impact on my students' learning and excitement in the classroom. The hands-on materials, especially the base ten blocks, help students truly understand math concepts by allowing them to build and manipulate numbers in a concrete way. Students who once felt unsure during math are becoming more confident and willing to participate because they can physically see and model their thinking.\r\n\r\nThe timers have been especially helpful for students who need extra support with focus and transitions. Being able to visually see how much time they have helps reduce stress and keeps them engaged and on task. The mailbox system has also encouraged independence and responsibility as students learn to manage materials and classroom routines on their own.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting additions for students has been the printer and laminator because they allow me to create personalized learning games, centers, and activities tailored directly to their needs and interests. Students are especially excited when they see new hands-on activities added to our classroom because it keeps learning fresh, interactive, and fun.\r\n\r\nPositive reinforcement tools like stamps have also had a meaningful impact. Even small celebrations motivate students to work hard, take pride in their learning, and build confidence in themselves. These resources are helping create a classroom environment where students feel supported, engaged, and excited to learn every day.","fullyFundedDate":1771684751996,"projectUrl":"project/first-year-firsty/10106758/","projectTitle":"First Year Firsty","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McWayne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8817643_orig.jpg?crop=643,643,x1483,y345&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760043599834","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8817643"},{"teacherId":1544380,"projectId":10104043,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our first-grade classroom through your generous donation of art and classroom supplies. The material we received, including the drying rack, sharpies, expo markers, water color papers, and many other important learning and art supplies, has already made a positive impact on my students' engagment. \r\n\r\nThe supplies have helped me to create a more organized and creative classroom environment where students are able to explore new materials to express themselves and show their learning. The drying rack has been amazing at keeping our art safe while drying rather than being scattered on the floor! \r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your donation and have been enjoying the new supplies.","fullyFundedDate":1771687673906,"projectUrl":"project/art-upgrades-for-grade-1/10104043/","projectTitle":"Art Upgrades for Grade 1","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Myers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1544380_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1781058702845","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1544380"},{"teacherId":7294404,"projectId":10107434,"letterContent":"The supplies that you donated have motivated our students to reach their iReady goals weekly this quarter. Our students were very excited to get a \"treasure box\" item every time they met their goal. Some of them would even tell us when a certain item was running low so we could refill it for them. For example, the smelly pencils and book marks were a huge hit. \r\n\r\nThe weighted dog has been providing a quick tool for our students to calm down when they are upset. They used this more than some of the other calm down tools that we already had in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1771646819598,"projectUrl":"project/motivation-for-growth/10107434/","projectTitle":"Motivation for Growth","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Harris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7294404_orig.jpg?crop=2161,2161,x154,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1646435651386","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7294404"},{"teacherId":3455277,"projectId":10103413,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made an immediate and meaningful difference in our classroom. With these new books, my students are diving deeper into reading than ever before. We are focusing on essential comprehension skills such as identifying the main idea, making inferences, asking and answering questions, and retelling stories with key details. These texts have given me the opportunity to introduce engaging, meaningful lessons that help students not just read words, but truly understand and connect with what they are reading.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom has become an active, joyful experience. Students are reading independently, working in small groups, and participating in rich discussions where they share their thinking and learn from one another. The laminating pouches have also helped me create durable learning tools that we can use again and again. This has allowed me to better support different learning needs and keep students engaged in hands-on ways.\r\n\r\nI've seen several students, especially those who were previously hesitant readers, become more confident and excited to pick up a book. Some students eagerly ask for extra reading time, while others proudly share their thoughts and connections during discussions. Watching their confidence grow and their love of reading develop has been incredibly rewarding. Thank you for helping create a classroom environment where every student has the opportunity to thrive as a reader.","fullyFundedDate":1771507714199,"projectUrl":"project/targeted-tools-for-student-success/10103413/","projectTitle":"Targeted Tools for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tapec","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3455277_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1454652902311","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3455277"},{"teacherId":7931757,"projectId":10104053,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our project, \"Rugged & Ready: Sustainable Audio for 700 Computer Science Students.\" Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in how our students engage with technology and learning every day. With access to durable, high-quality audio equipment, students are now able to fully participate in lessons that include instructional videos, coding tutorials, and interactive content. This technology helps ensure that every student can clearly hear and follow along, which is especially important in a classroom where focus, precision, and problem-solving are key.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most is the reliability and clarity of the audio tools. Because the equipment is built to last and easy to use, students can stay immersed in their work without distractions. Whether they are debugging code, collaborating on projects, or learning new programming concepts, the improved audio experience has made lessons more accessible and engaging. Many students have shared that they feel more confident working independently because they can clearly understand instructions and revisit material at their own pace.\r\n\r\nSome of our students who previously struggled to stay focused or keep up with multimedia lessons have especially benefited from this project. With fewer barriers to hearing and understanding content, they are more engaged and willing to participate. It has been rewarding to see students take greater ownership of their learning and show increased enthusiasm for computer science. Your support has helped create a more inclusive and effective learning environment, and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1771447943609,"projectUrl":"project/rugged-ready-sustainable-audio-for-70/10104053/","projectTitle":"Rugged & Ready: Sustainable Audio for 700 Computer Science Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Nguyen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7931757"},{"teacherId":7953499,"projectId":10106568,"letterContent":"These headsets have been such a helpful addition for my English Learner students. A lot of my students are still building confidence with listening, speaking, and understanding English, so having clear audio really helps them stay focused and feel successful during lessons. We use them for language programs, listening activities, reading support, and speaking practice. The students are able to hear directions and pronunciation more clearly, which helps them participate more independently without getting distracted by classroom noise.\r\n\r\nThe students were honestly excited the moment they got to use the new headsets. They love being able to log into their programs on their own and feel very grown up using them during learning time. I've especially noticed quieter students becoming more willing to participate and practice speaking when they have the support of the headphones. Some of my newer English Learners have become much more confident because they can replay directions, hear vocabulary clearly, and work at their own pace.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for supporting our classroom. These headsets may seem simple, but they have made a big impact on my students' confidence, independence, and excitement for learning.","fullyFundedDate":1771620145100,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-el/10106568/","projectTitle":"Headphones for EL","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Romero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7953499_orig.png?crop=1086,1086,x0,y170&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663012437555","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7953499"},{"teacherId":9713102,"projectId":10107123,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"A Cozy, Calm Reading Retreat for Growing Minds.\" Your generosity has truly transformed the way reading feels in our classroom. With these new books, students are building essential skills such as comprehension, vocabulary development, and making connections to text. We are working on identifying characters, retelling stories, asking and answering questions, and using evidence from the text—all while fostering a genuine love for reading. These books have also helped us introduce important social-emotional lessons like empathy, problem-solving, and understanding different perspectives.\r\n\r\nReading time in our classroom has become a calm and inviting experience. Students now have a comfortable space where they can sit, relax, and fully engage with books at their own level. During our reading block, you might see students reading independently, working in small groups, or participating in guided reading with targeted support. The cozy environment has helped students feel safe, focused, and excited to open a book. What used to feel like a challenging task for some has now become something they look forward to each day.\r\n\r\nSeveral of our students have especially blossomed with these new resources. Some who previously avoided reading are now eagerly choosing books and asking for more time to read. Others are proudly sharing stories with their peers and demonstrating improved confidence and independence. For our students with diverse learning needs, having access to engaging, high-interest texts has made a meaningful difference in their participation and growth. Your support has not only provided books—it has created a space where our students can develop skills, confidence, and a lifelong love of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1771660136587,"projectUrl":"project/a-cozy-calm-reading-retreat-for-growing/10107123/","projectTitle":"A Cozy, Calm Reading Retreat for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Camlin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9713102_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725731522653","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrscamlin"},{"teacherId":10294061,"projectId":10104621,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping provide these wonderful materials for our students. Your generosity made a meaningful difference in both our academic learning and social-emotional growth. Our students were so excited to see the new supplies arrive, and they eagerly began using them during reading, art, and sensory activities.\r\nBecause of your kindness, students were able to dive deeper into our class novel, Where the Red Fern Grows, through engaging discussions and hands-on projects that built comprehension, empathy, and critical thinking skills. The sensory and creative materials also provided students with positive outlets to express themselves, stay focused, and manage emotions throughout the school day. These resources helped create a classroom environment where every student felt supported and motivated to learn.\r\nYour donation gave our students opportunities they will remember long after this school year. From calming tools during independent work time to exciting classroom rewards and collaborative activities, these materials were used every day to encourage creativity, confidence, and a love for learning. Thank you again for investing in our students and helping make our classroom a positive and engaging place to grow.","fullyFundedDate":1771599835887,"projectUrl":"project/overall-wellness-for-students/10104621/","projectTitle":"Overall Wellness for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Chan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10294061"},{"teacherId":8797395,"projectId":9790568,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous donation of our new gardening tools. The arrival of the garden trowels, transplanters, and cultivators has sparked a wave of excitement in our classroom and outdoor learning space. It has been a joy to watch the students put these tools to work immediately. A few ways the students are already using the equipment:\r\n- Prepping the Soil: Using the cultivators to break down blocks of coconut coir and mix them into our soil\r\n- Bed Maintenance: Evenly spreading the coconut coir across our garden beds to ensure the perfect growing environment\r\n- Precision Planting: Using the transplanters to carefully measure depths for our new seedlings\r\nBeyond just \"digging in the dirt,\" these tools are teaching Mililani Uka students about responsibility, patience, and the science of how things grow. Thank you to Kokua Hawaii Foundation and Donors Choose for investing in our students and helping our young gardeners/ Mighty Egrets thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1764623455803,"projectUrl":"project/aina-egret-gardening-tools/9790568/","projectTitle":"Aina Egret Gardening Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Matsuura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8797395"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50897","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":658,"numTeachers":39,"percentFrplEligible":25,"percentAsian":20,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":26,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":10,"percentMultiracialImputed":35,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"16.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":63.7,"schoolId":50897,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Mililani - Uka Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Mililani - Uka Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/central-oahu-school-district/mililani-uka-elementary-school/50897"}