{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Nanakuli Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":51.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8825439,"projectId":10111050,"letterContent":"Thank you again for funding the project. We finally got to experience our pickleball materials. It was a perfect day for it. It was a low attendance day the weather was bad. Once I brought out the paddles and pickleballs it was game on. \r\nThe look on the students faces were priceless. Some of the had said that they had some experience, but most had little to none. We had a wonderful time just practicing skills and not playing a pickleball match. \r\nNext school year I will be the new physical education teacher. I will definitely be putting the equipment to good use. I can't wait to have the students play a match. I am not too experienced with pickleball so we will all be learning together.","fullyFundedDate":1771774669098,"projectUrl":"project/getting-fit-is-fun/10111050/","projectTitle":"Getting Fit is Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Nakamura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8825439"},{"teacherId":2504190,"projectId":10106491,"letterContent":"The impact of your donation was immediate and welcome. The new projector for my classroom is now installed on my cart and we use it daily for a variety of purposes. Each morning my students enter the room and complete a pair of math problems related to recent content being taught in class. Those problems are projected onto my screen so that all students can see them. The most noticeable improvement with the new projector is the brightness and clarity of the image. This alleviated the real challenge of students seated in the back rows being unable to see the the problems. This increases my student engagement and ability to work more efficiently, which is critical to my classroom flow. \r\nThe laser pointer and clicker is a refreshing new tool that allows me to roam around the classroom while teaching and pause a video and point to an important noticing related to the task at hand. This helps me to be more strategic with my body positioning in the class to help alleviate behavior issues or increase engagement. \r\n\r\nThank you for your generous support. It ultimately benefits the quality of my students' learning experience.","fullyFundedDate":1771655630412,"projectUrl":"project/daily-engagement-with-clarity/10106491/","projectTitle":"Daily Engagement with Clarity!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Adler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2504190_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667182443343","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2504190"},{"teacherId":5169624,"projectId":10106940,"letterContent":"Thank you for all that you do for do for us and our keiki. Thank you so much for your support and giving us the chance to help our students. We all really appreciate your generosity! Mahalo nui loa!\r\n\r\nI can't wait to start using the calming corner next school year and seeing how it will positively impact my students in helping them find peace with their emotions. Thank you for providing this space for them to get in touch with their inner feelings. This will help create a positive learning environment for all of us. Mahalo!","fullyFundedDate":1771644826310,"projectUrl":"project/calming-corner-sel-success/10106940/","projectTitle":"Calming Corner + SEL = Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Konno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5169624_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1518043036597","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/himrskonno"},{"teacherId":6628947,"projectId":9989602,"letterContent":"Thank you for your continued support of our digital media program. Your contribution has made a real difference in the quality of learning experiences we're able to offer our students.\r\n\r\nAdding the DJI Mic Mini Wireless has had an immediate impact on our work. One of the biggest improvements has been in audio quality. Students quickly realized that clear sound matters just as much as strong visuals, and having reliable wireless microphones has helped them produce more professional-level projects.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping us elevate our program. Tools like this don't just improve our projects, they expand what our students believe is possible.","fullyFundedDate":1772581427868,"projectUrl":"project/helping-students-find-their-voice/9989602/","projectTitle":"Helping Students Find Their Voice","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. DeMotto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6628947_orig.png?crop=441,441,x30,y8&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594706329436","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6628947"},{"teacherId":6628947,"projectId":10105085,"letterContent":"Getting the DJI Osmo 360 into my digital media program changed the way my students approach storytelling. Before, most of our work was limited to standard framing and basic camera techniques. Now, students are thinking in full environments. They're not just asking \"What's in the shot?\" but \"What's happening all around the viewer?\" That shift alone has pushed their creativity to a different level.\r\n\r\nThe camera has also made projects more engaging and hands-on. Students who might not usually be interested in traditional video editing get pulled in by the immersive aspect of 360 footage. They enjoy experimenting with angles, movement, and perspective, and it naturally leads to more collaboration","fullyFundedDate":1771550854091,"projectUrl":"project/immersive-storytelling-bringing-360-me/10105085/","projectTitle":"Immersive Storytelling: Bringing 360° Media into Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. DeMotto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6628947_orig.png?crop=441,441,x30,y8&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594706329436","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6628947"},{"teacherId":9371472,"projectId":10105800,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my DonorsChoose project. Your willingness to invest in our classroom means more than words can fully express. Because of your kindness, my students will have access to resources that will enrich their learning, spark their curiosity, and help them grow both academically and personally. Your contribution is not just a donation—it's an opportunity for students to feel inspired, supported, and excited about their education.\r\n\r\nI am truly grateful that you chose to make a difference in our classroom. Your generosity reminds my students that there are people who believe in them and their potential, even from afar. The impact of your gift will be felt every day as students engage with these new materials and experiences. Thank you for helping create a positive and meaningful learning environment for my students—we couldn't do this without you.","fullyFundedDate":1771609140442,"projectUrl":"project/small-snacks-big-motivation/10105800/","projectTitle":"Small Snacks, Big Motivation","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. L Peralta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9371472"},{"teacherId":2504190,"projectId":9973854,"letterContent":"The art supplies that were donated to my \"Art With a Beat\" project were received with great excitement! Our school started a unique program called \"SPARK Classes\" where students were allowed to choose from a variety of classes being offered by various teachers. Mine was based on doing art while listening to music. \r\n \r\nThe individual sketch pads and professional pencils gave my students a great opportunity to work with high quality materials. Their buy-in was high, and their engagement was authentic. There's not too much art being offered in schools these days, so it was extremely rewarding to watch my students dive in enthusiastically. \r\n\r\nThe foil roll allowed my students to participate in a beginner style sculpture activity. Their creations were impressive and inspiring. The amount of effort and focus they displayed was impressive and only supports my belief in the importance of the arts for student learning and engagement. Thank you for providing the means to make this project come alive!","fullyFundedDate":1766991721170,"projectUrl":"project/art-with-a-beat/9973854/","projectTitle":"Art With a Beat!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Adler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2504190_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667182443343","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2504190"},{"teacherId":10164487,"projectId":10104006,"letterContent":"\"Spring into testing: Calm Minds, Confident students\" Hui 'ohana night created a meaningful opportunity for families to better understand SBA and Ka'eo assessments and their role in student learning. Through an informative presentation, families gained clarity on what the assessments measure, why they are important, and how they can support their keiki in the days leading up to testing. This helped build confidence not only in students, but also in families as active partners in the learning process.\r\n\r\nThe evening also emphasized social-emotional support and practical strategies for success. Families participated in hands-on activities focused on calming techniques, such as mindful breathing and creating fidgets to support focus. They also created take-home materials with helpful reminders and strategies, making it easier to reinforce positive habits at home. These interactive experiences empowered families with simple, effective tools to reduce test anxiety and promote a calm, prepared mindset.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, families engaged in a practice testing experience and collaborated on creating encouraging posters with positive messages for students. This fostered a sense of community and shared responsibility, showing students that they are supported both at school and at home. As a result, the event strengthened school-family connections, increased understanding of testing expectations, and helped cultivate confident, resilient learners ready to approach assessments with a positive attitude.","fullyFundedDate":1771550802030,"projectUrl":"project/spring-into-testing-calm-minds-confide/10104006/","projectTitle":"Spring into Testing: Calm Minds, Confident Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Venus","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10164487"},{"teacherId":2504190,"projectId":9792363,"letterContent":"Once my students learned that they were going to participate in a project called \"Space Landers,\" they knew they were going to have a fun hands-on experience. \r\nThe wide range of materials allowed for maximum creativity and their ideas to expand as they built their space landers with certain building constraints. Their engagement level was high, and their unique designs did not disappoint. \r\n\r\nThey experimented with concepts such as surface area, drag, suspension, and the re-design process. A few additional supplies from this project are ready to be used in the coming weeks for additional STEAM connections to what is going on in class. \r\n\r\nThank you for helping to provide these supplies that truly help my students arrive each day exited to learn. Thank you for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1765414319917,"projectUrl":"project/steam-projects-that-unlock-creativity/9792363/","projectTitle":"STEAM Projects That Unlock Creativity!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Adler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2504190_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667182443343","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2504190"},{"teacherId":8820750,"projectId":10108779,"letterContent":"I am so excited to share a peek into our classroom and show you exactly how your generosity has come to life. Thanks to your support, our shelves are now filled with vibrant beads and art supplies that have turned our space into a true \"maker studio.\"\r\n\r\nHow we're using our new resources:\r\nOur students have jumped headfirst into our \"Creativity through Generosity\" project. We aren't just making art; we are practicing empathy. One of the most touching moments recently was watching a student carefully string a pattern of beads, explaining that they chose specific colors because they \"felt like a happy day\" for the person who would receive the gift. These supplies are helping our students bridge the gap between a creative idea and a finished act of kindness.\r\n\r\nNow that we've gotten our beading and other supplies we were able to make out bracelets and give them out. We will continue to make jewlery to bring other joy. \r\n\r\nThank you for being such an essential part of our learning journey. You didn't just give us art supplies; you gave us the tools to learn how much joy comes from giving back.","fullyFundedDate":1771780592905,"projectUrl":"project/arts-and-craft-supplies/10108779/","projectTitle":"Arts and Craft Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Denise Humphreys","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8820750"},{"teacherId":8825439,"projectId":9787383,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your generosity. At the start of the quarter our upper grades started our career and technology academies. From the first Monday we started using the supplies. We learned how to use the induction burners as well as learning how to use a knife properly. The students engagement was up. We had cooking and prep stations. Some students were cooking the spam while others were preparing the rice. It was amazing.\r\nThis is our first year, trying out our career and technology courses. We are off to a great start. I can't wait to see what the future holds for our academies. Thank you again.","fullyFundedDate":1763498238120,"projectUrl":"project/lets-learn-to-cook/9787383/","projectTitle":"Let's Learn to Cook","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Nakamura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8825439"},{"teacherId":10219203,"projectId":9777753,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our kindergarten classroom through DonorsChoose. Because of your kindness, our students now have access to healthy snacks that help keep their bodies fueled and their minds ready to learn.\r\n\r\nFor many of our little learners, a snack during the school day makes a big difference. When tummies are full, students are better able to focus, participate, and enjoy their time in the classroom. Your donation helps ensure that every child feels cared for and supported, especially during those long, busy kindergarten days.\r\n\r\nThe smiles on their faces when they receive a snack say it all. More than just food, your gift provides comfort, stability, and a reminder that there are people who care deeply about their well-being.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our students. Your generosity is truly appreciated by our entire classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1759608556767,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-growing-minds/9777753/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rita","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10219203"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_43182","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":384,"numTeachers":27,"percentFrplEligible":79,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":15,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":72,"percentMultiracialImputed":10,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"14.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":48.4,"schoolId":43182,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Nanakuli Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Nanakuli Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/leeward-oahu-school-district/nanakuli-elementary-school/43182"}