{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Pahoa High & Intermediate School","outOfStateSupporters":62.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9817296,"projectId":10109905,"letterContent":"There is a tangible shift in energy when students know their hard work is being recognized. It fosters a sense of community and reminds them that people are invested in their future. A quick snack during a lab session is exactly the boost they need to stay sharp and engaged during the final period of the day.\r\n\r\nScience is about exploration, and math is about finding order in the chaos. Both require a level of persistence that is hard to maintain on an empty stomach or without a little bit of external encouragement. By providing these rewards, you are directly contributing to an atmosphere where academic risk-taking is celebrated.","fullyFundedDate":1771733386726,"projectUrl":"project/food-for-thought/10109905/","projectTitle":"Food for Thought","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. McLaury","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9817296"},{"teacherId":9669911,"projectId":10104653,"letterContent":"I would like to extend my heartfelt mahalo for your generous support in providing items for our classroom. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in the daily learning experience of my students.\r\n\r\nBecause of your contributions, our classroom has become a more engaging, comfortable, and inspiring place to learn. The students are excited to use the new materials, and it has truly helped increase their participation, creativity, and confidence. Seeing their enthusiasm grow each day is a direct result of your generosity.\r\n\r\nYour support goes beyond just supplies—it shows our students that there are people in the community who believe in them and care about their success. That encouragement is something they will carry with them far beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making such a positive impact on our students and our school. We are incredibly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1771593995210,"projectUrl":"project/snack-2026/10104653/","projectTitle":"Snack 2026","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nathaniel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9669911_orig.jpg?crop=294,294,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729022499674","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9669911"},{"teacherId":8699177,"projectId":9994734,"letterContent":"my student were very excited to see that boxes got delivered to the classroom. they were very happy to say the least and they told me that they were going to work extra hard now that they know that there was snacks. \r\n\r\neven students who are not in my scheduled class have begun to come in because they too are hungry and need snacks when they come in and make sure to teach them how to first say hello how are you before they ask for a snack and then teaching them how to show appreciation such as saying thank you . every single one of them is learning social skills. Thank you for being a part of bringing up our students to be grateful and polite.\r\n\r\nThe snacks go to more than the students on my roster: the students who are passing my classroom door and who know me from Campus since I've been at the school for 20 years are also getting snacks and nourishment so they can concentrate in their classes.\r\n\r\nmy students appreciate your kindness. Thank you so much.!","fullyFundedDate":1772261921786,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-kids/9994734/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zucker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8699177_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753146807964","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8699177"},{"teacherId":8699177,"projectId":10111518,"letterContent":"I have observed my students completing a higher percentage of work due to the fact that they have snack as a reward for doing their work. \r\n\r\nI observed them to be in more better moods because they're not as hungry and they feel excited and happy to be in a nurturing environment, where they know there's snacks for them.\r\n\r\nI thank you and my students thank you. The counselor is at school and the administrators say thank you too because they're seeing the students are being less stressed out. when students are hungry, they cannot concentrate or do their work and they seem to get when they're hungry and their stomachs are growling.","fullyFundedDate":1771786245325,"projectUrl":"project/please-feed-the-students-so-they-can-con/10111518/","projectTitle":"Please Feed the Students So They Can Concentrate and Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zucker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8699177_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753146807964","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8699177"},{"teacherId":9669911,"projectId":9988619,"letterContent":"I would like to extend my heartfelt thank you for your generous support in providing supplies for our classroom. Because of your kindness, my students have access to the tools and materials they need to learn, grow, and succeed every day.\r\n\r\nYour contributions have made a meaningful impact, not only by helping us start the year strong, but also by allowing us to restock and maintain what we need throughout the year. This continued support ensures that my students can stay engaged, prepared, and confident in their learning environment.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your generosity and for believing in our students. Thank you for making a difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1772261922049,"projectUrl":"project/2026-lets-go/9988619/","projectTitle":"2026 Let's Go!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nathaniel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9669911_orig.jpg?crop=294,294,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729022499674","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9669911"},{"teacherId":10432536,"projectId":10106620,"letterContent":"A big mahalo for being part of this incredible contribution to our keiki. These snacks are great for them to keep them going until lunch time or even having snacks after school. It adds an interesting incentive to get them to also do their work. With the help of fruits for our local food bank and the blender donation has been a big hit for smoothies. A refreshing and healthy drink for them. They were so excited to see all these snacks and even more excited daily for the smoothies. Thank you again on behalf of all my students.","fullyFundedDate":1771646608765,"projectUrl":"project/taking-care-of-the-kids/10106620/","projectTitle":"Taking Care of the Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Eddie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10432536"},{"teacherId":9369256,"projectId":10072829,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I want to sincerely thank you for your generous contribution to our classroom's new flexible seating.\r\n\r\nSince the arrival of the bean bags, plushies, extra lap desks and rolling yoga chairs, the energy in our room has shifted beautifully. Students who used to struggle with \"the wiggles\" now have a productive way to move while staying locked into their lessons. It's more than just furniture; it's a tool that grants them autonomy over how they learn best.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has created a space where every student feels comfortable, valued, and ready to succeed. Thank you for investing in their future.\r\n\r\nWarmly,","fullyFundedDate":1771773127957,"projectUrl":"project/comfortable-cozy-environment/10072829/","projectTitle":"Comfortable & Cozy Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Grippo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9369256"},{"teacherId":7112753,"projectId":9788006,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our music program. Because of you, our students will have the tools they need to grow as musicians. Rechargeable tuners, new reeds, and essential sousaphone parts will help students practice with accurate pitch, develop strong tone, and perform with confidence. Your generosity keeps our instruments in working order and opens the door for more performance opportunities, including parades. We are deeply grateful for your investment in our students and their musical journey.","fullyFundedDate":1765238000459,"projectUrl":"project/tuned-for-success-essential-supplies-fo/9788006/","projectTitle":"Tuned for Success: Essential Supplies for Our Growing Music Department","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shinagawa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7112753_orig.jpg?crop=2788,2788,x0,y37&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627539392132","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ashinagawa"},{"teacherId":9344184,"projectId":10104326,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our ceramics classroom. Your support ensures that my students will have the essential materials they need to finish their projects this year. It is heartening to see our community invest so directly in our schools. We are incredibly grateful for your kindness!\r\nThe glazes purchased are being used to add colorful touches to the students finished projects and the texturing tools wee used to add many fine details.\r\nThank you for your continued support.","fullyFundedDate":1771560159200,"projectUrl":"project/the-devil-is-in-the-details/10104326/","projectTitle":"The Devil is in the Details","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McLaury","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9344184"},{"teacherId":9968715,"projectId":9773954,"letterContent":"When the boxes of materials first arrived, we were sooooo excited! It wasn't just about the \"cool technology\"—for my students, seeing these high-quality vinyls and tools made my students feel like their ideas actually mattered. One student even whispered, \"We get to use this?\" It was a beautiful moment of validation that showed them someone out there believes in their creativity and their potential to do good.\r\n\r\nWe jumped right into our \"Message Makers\" project, and honestly, it transformed the energy in our room. My students didn't just make stickers; they became \"positivity ambassadors.\" Watching them carefully weed out the tiny letters of a \"You Matter\" or \"Keep Going\" sticker was a lesson in patience and Mālama (care). The best part, though, was seeing them nervously but excitedly hand these tiny gifts to random people on campus. They got to see a teacher's face brighten or a fellow student crack a smile, and in that moment, they realized they have the power to change someone's day. It turned our classroom into a hub of Aloha, where the goal wasn't just to finish an assignment, but to connect with their community.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are so excited to keep this momentum going! Our next step is to create \"Values Decals\" for our classroom and common areas. We'll be using our Kealaʻula Values—like Pono (doing the right thing) and Lōkahi (unity)—to design large-scale art that reminds everyone on campus what we stand for. Because of your kindness, my students aren't just learning how to use a machine; they are learning that they have a voice and a responsibility to use it for good. 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We are also able to show our work in a clean, professional way, as if in a community gallery.\r\n\r\nWith these new tools and excited students, our photography program is growing and we are able to offer even more students the opportunity to experience Photography next year.","fullyFundedDate":1763400175780,"projectUrl":"project/photography-pros-in-training-experience/9772946/","projectTitle":"Photography Pros-in-Training Experience Magic Through Quality Equipment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Prideaux","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9373469"},{"teacherId":9986283,"projectId":9780266,"letterContent":"Many people imagine Hawaiʻi as carefree and easy. The truth is that many of our communities are very rural and families face real socioeconomic hardship. Some live off grid. Some rely on limited solar power. For many of our students, school is the most stable place in their lives.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our Kōkua Closet, affectionately called KC, continues to grow as a space of dignity and care. Kōkua means to help, and giving our closet a Hawaiian name grounds the work in our shared responsibility to care for one another. Our youth leaders are the example. They organize the space, sort donations into men's, women's, and gender neutral sections, and make sure every student feels respected when they walk in. When new resources arrive, their faces light up. It means fewer hard conversations about what we do not have. It means more students leaving with what they need.\r\n\r\nKC serves youth in grades 7 through 12, including special education students and fully self contained classrooms who frequent the room most. Your generosity strengthens a student led effort to sustain basic clothing and hygiene needs on our campus. The next step for our students is continuing to build leadership through design, fundraising, and service so the closet remains stocked and sustainable. You are not just giving supplies. You are affirming that our students deserve dignity, creativity, and care right where they are.\r\n\r\nMahalo for standing with us.","fullyFundedDate":1770075728661,"projectUrl":"project/kokua-closet-essentials/9780266/","projectTitle":"Kokua Closet Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Luiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9986283_orig.jpg?crop=1025,1025,x74,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744061242036","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9986283"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50782","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":745,"numTeachers":34,"percentFrplEligible":73,"percentAsian":9,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":10,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":31,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"7 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"21.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":38.0,"schoolId":50782,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Pahoa High & Intermediate School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Pahoa High & Intermediate School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/hawaii-school-district/pahoa-high-interm-school/50782"}