{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Pearl City Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":42.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10293805,"projectId":9773780,"letterContent":"The new materials provided based on the generous funding, arrived and has been put to good use! The students are using a variety of materials in order to target their individual goals to aid with the growth of their communication. Enticing, new materials, and replacing the materials stolen, helped the students comply with directions, and engage during therapy time. Each student has specific goals for communication and language growth. The new materials help the student reach their goal, and participate in 'play' without realizing they are actually working on building their skills. \r\nThe students were very happy and excited to see the new toys and materials in the room. Some of the students would continually jump and make happy noises when they saw them. One of our wheelchair bound students, with visual impairments, was so happy to feel and hear a sensory ball. The excitement to learn and interact with toys and other materials is so heartwarming to see.\r\nWe are going to continue to utilize our new materials to build communication skills with others. Thank you again for your generous contribution to the enrichment of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1759404062205,"projectUrl":"project/language-growth-for-students-with-commun/9773780/","projectTitle":"Language Growth for Students with Communication Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Claire","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10293805"},{"teacherId":7454579,"projectId":9153349,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my profound gratitude for the donation of an iPad and the flexible small group chairs for my classroom. These tools have been absolutely pivotal in allowing me to truly implement differentiated instruction this year, meeting the unique needs of every fifth grader. The iPad is the ultimate tool for personalization: it allows struggling readers to use text-to-speech or access leveled content, while advanced students can use it for multimedia research and creative projects. My students can now re-watch recorded lessons or demonstrate learning through videos and digital presentations, making the learning process entirely flexible and catering to their diverse paces and styles.\r\n\r\nThe impact of the small group chairs is just as significant. By creating a dedicated, comfortable space for small group instruction, I can fluidly pull groups based on real-time data—whether they need remediation on a tricky concept or advanced enrichment to extend their thinking. This flexible seating also empowers students to choose the best environment for the task, promoting autonomy and better focus. Paired with the iPad, these items allow us to run dynamic learning centers where some students work independently on a personalized digital task, while others receive targeted support directly from me. Thank you for this investment that has made our classroom a more responsive, engaging, and equitable place to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1741693430143,"projectUrl":"project/differentiated-classroom/9153349/","projectTitle":"Differentiated Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mizunaka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7454579"},{"teacherId":7982655,"projectId":9163227,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for giving my students an opportunity to explore a form of exercise and regulating emotions that they don't usually have the chance to engage with. They were all so excited to do yoga and loved the purple mats matched our school colors! They feel so lucky to have yoga mats!\r\n\r\nMy students use the box breathing method and the gift of breath to help decrease feelings of anxiousness and nervousness. They know that the asanas help to allow them to become connected to their bodies.\r\n\r\nI specifically sought out my 200 hour yoga teacher training to make this happen so I'm grateful I have sponsors who allowed me to do this.\r\n\r\nThank you!","fullyFundedDate":1742145795006,"projectUrl":"project/reducing-stress-and-anxiety-through-yoga/9163227/","projectTitle":"Reducing Stress and Anxiety Through Yoga In The Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Okamoto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7982655_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741907846514","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7982655"},{"teacherId":9470201,"projectId":9157588,"letterContent":"On behalf of our preschool special education classroom, I want to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous donation. Because of your kindness, we were able to purchase a new easel, finger paints, tempera paints, and paint rollers—tools that are already making a joyful impact in our students' learning and development.\r\n\r\nThese materials are so much more than art supplies. They give our young learners the opportunity to explore creativity, improve fine motor skills, and express themselves in ways that words sometimes can't. For many of our students, hands-on art is not only fun, but also therapeutic and essential to their growth.\r\n\r\nThe smiles, laughter, and proud little hands covered in paint are a direct result of your generosity. Your support helps create a classroom environment that is rich in color, creativity, and possibility.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in our students and investing in their potential.","fullyFundedDate":1741903397015,"projectUrl":"project/little-artist-easel-painting/9157588/","projectTitle":"Little Artist Easel Painting","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Terri","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9470201"},{"teacherId":8839211,"projectId":9158731,"letterContent":"We're so grateful for the new materials! As soon as the boxes arrived, my students were curious and excited. They eagerly looked through all the toys and resources, exploring each item with interest. After their initial excitement, they began sitting near their friends and slowly started engaging with the materials—building, sorting, and playing, even if they weren't quite sure how everything worked yet. It's been amazing to watch them learn through play and develop social connections as they explore.\r\n\r\nRight now, we're focusing on learning through play—helping students understand how to use the materials creatively while also practicing sharing, turn-taking, and group problem-solving. The next step is to introduce more structured play-based lessons that guide them to explore early math and literacy skills using the toys and manipulatives they were so excited about. We're building not only academic foundations, but also strong classroom relationships—and that's thanks to your support!","fullyFundedDate":1741964483599,"projectUrl":"project/learn-to-play/9158731/","projectTitle":"Learn to Play!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kelsey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8839211"},{"teacherId":8822861,"projectId":9154898,"letterContent":"My kindergarten students and I cannot thank you enough for your generous donation. We were able to add many valuable items to our classroom \"centers activities\" section. Students were so excited to have new puzzles and hands-on materials. \r\nMaterials arrived very quickly. As boxes were delivered to our classroom, \r\nstudents were very excited to see all of the new materials being unpacked. They were most excited about the variety of new puzzles they now had to use with partners. I was most excited to see the giant upper and lowercase magnetic \r\nletters. These letters will be so versatile in the introduction of the alphabet and beyond.\r\nEndless thanks to Donors Choose for making students learning experiences more meaningful, memorable and enjoyable. There is no doubt that the extent of materials provided by the donations could never be duplicated without your support. My current students and students for many years to come will benefit from your generosity. Thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1741727665564,"projectUrl":"project/puzzles-please/9154898/","projectTitle":"Puzzles Please!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bourcier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8822861"},{"teacherId":9967055,"projectId":9158245,"letterContent":"Your donation of math materials for my classroom's \"Hands-On Learning Experiences\" allowed my students to be engaged and excited about problem solving.  Thank you so much for the addition/subtraction matching puzzle pieces, telling time puzzle activity, counting money puzzle activity, geometric shape building activity, chart/poster paper, markers, additional art supplies, and additional math supplies such as whiteboards and place value discs.  \r\nBefore receiving the math manipulates, my students solved math problems mainly with the use of their math books and worksheets.  Their faces lit up with the introduction of these math materials.  Students were enthusiastic about matching the puzzle pieces for telling time, adding and subtracting and counting money.  Students were extremely engaged in working with a partner or small group to problem solve together.  These math materials allowed my students to experience math in a non-traditional and interactive way.  The students are constantly asking to practice math using these new supplies. \r\nThank you for providing my students the opportunity to experience math in a whole new, exciting way!","fullyFundedDate":1742147331889,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-experiences/9158245/","projectTitle":"Hands On Learning Experiences","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9967055"},{"teacherId":8394926,"projectId":9153088,"letterContent":"I'd like to thank you for your generous donation. It helped me create a fun learning environment in which my students could enjoy learning about various topics such as gardening. The students were very excited to read about community gardens and learn about pollinators and plant needs. There were also a variety of crafts that the students created using the materials provided through this donation. Various arts and craft projects provided students with a creative outlet. The students really took pride in their creations, boosting their self esteem. The excitement on their faces was heart-warming. I really appreciate your partnership in educating my students.","fullyFundedDate":1741694438058,"projectUrl":"project/learning-excitement/9153088/","projectTitle":"Learning Excitement","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Takamoto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8394926"},{"teacherId":8974258,"projectId":9158493,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of new classroom books for our library. We were able to replace old, outdated, tattered books. The students were able to use these books when picking a book for their own book bag. They use this bag of books to read at silent reading time and at Buddy reading time when they read to their partner. \r\n\r\n The students were so excited and noticed very quickly when they saw the new books. They said, \"look, we have new books.\" I also heard students comment on the titles or subjects of the new books. These books really help students develop as a beginner reader. They can read books at their level and develop skills using materials just right for them.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your special contribution to our class.","fullyFundedDate":1741960000533,"projectUrl":"project/lets-read-together/9158493/","projectTitle":"Let’s Read Together!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nakamatsu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8974258"},{"teacherId":8822678,"projectId":8219880,"letterContent":"My students love the books! Thank you very much. They love read alouds. They are very engaged. They make predictions and ask many questions. When we are done, they are excited to write. The literature is a great model. We look at the genre and analyze it. The books help us to determine what belongs in a genre.\r\n\r\nThen it's our turn to write. We use our analyzation to help us. After we write, we return to the books over and over to find examples. (Of course they open it up again because they love the stories too!) When students do not know how to start a story or write details, they are instructed to go back to the book. It helps teaching and learning.\r\n\r\nMostly, they just love the books. Again, thank you very much","fullyFundedDate":1708194646613,"projectUrl":"project/lets-read-at-home-lending-library/8219880/","projectTitle":"Let's Read At Home Lending Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lopez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8822678_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667225831194","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8822678"},{"teacherId":8825716,"projectId":9152127,"letterContent":"On behalf of the EL students at Pearl City Elementary, I would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generosity. With your donation we purchased hands-on manipulatives designed to enhance letter recognition, phonemic awareness and English learning. These resources have already made a meaningful impact in our classroom.\r\n The ability for students to see, touch, and interact with letters has enhanced the way the students engage with language learning. Tools such as tactile cards, visuals and word building tools have not only made lessons more interactive but have also helped our students develop essential skills in phonics and word formation. Watching the student's excitement as they explore and master new concepts has been truly inspiring.\r\n Your thoughtful contribution supports Pearl City Elementary's mission to create a dynamic and inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive. We are deeply appreciative of your commitment to education. Thank you for helping us make learning both fun and effective. Your generosity is making a lasting difference.","fullyFundedDate":1741640620332,"projectUrl":"project/see-it-touch-it-learn-it/9152127/","projectTitle":"See It, Touch It, Learn It!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ginoza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8825716"},{"teacherId":8822861,"projectId":8880126,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Books! Books! Books! project. Students were thrilled to see the new selection of books for them to use in the classroom. They were excited with the various title and character choices. It's wonderful to have students be able to read through an entire book without having to tell me that a page is missing or torn. Many of my students do not have a big selection of books to choose from at home, or may have not at all, so being able to provide as many choices as possible for morning \"library break\" and throughout the day, is very important. Fostering a love of reading at an early age is so important and it will hopefully allow them to continue to feel comfortable picking up a book to enjoy just because they want to and not because they have to. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1729125878677,"projectUrl":"project/books-books-books/8880126/","projectTitle":"Books! Books! 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