{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"1SG Samuel K. Solomon Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":47.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9804544,"projectId":10659190,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of physical education supplies for our Field Day! The beach balls, catch equipment, and sponges will bring so much excitement, laughter, and joy to our students. These supplies provide opportunities for students to be active, try new activities, and participate in fun challenges while building important skills such as coordination, teamwork, communication, and sportsmanship.\r\n\r\nThe impact of these supplies go beyond just having fun. They encourage students of all abilities to get involved, work together, support one another, and create positive memories with their classmates. Seeing their smiles, enthusiasm, and willingness to try new things is a wonderful reminder of how meaningful these experiences can be. Your generosity helps to make our Field Day a memorable experience for our students, and we are truly grateful for your support of our physical education program!","fullyFundedDate":1789817156970,"projectUrl":"project/physical-education-rocks/10659190/","projectTitle":"Physical Education Rocks","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Young","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9804544_orig.png?crop=976,976,x0,y87&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784658741975","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9804544"},{"teacherId":7233278,"projectId":10657888,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in helping fund my project. This will help my students with their learning. I will put it to good use. The students have been excited about coding a robot.\r\n\r\nThe students have been using the robots and supplies almost every day. They enjoy playing with the robots, learning how to code, and using problem-solving skills. They are also drawing shapes with the robots.\r\n\r\nThank you again so much for donating to help my students receive robots and supplies for our class.","fullyFundedDate":1789778690074,"projectUrl":"project/finches-and-supplies/10657888/","projectTitle":"Finches and Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tam","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7233278"},{"teacherId":10411083,"projectId":10294032,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students, educators, and staff, we extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous support in transforming our special education classroom. Your investment in specialized sensory items and adaptive seating is making a profound, immediate impact on our students' daily learning, growth, and emotional well-being.\r\nEnhanced Emotional Regulation and Stress Reduction\r\nFor many of our special needs students, standard classroom settings can quickly lead to sensory overload or heightened anxiety. Thanks to your generosity, our room now features deep-pressure and soothing options that provide a safe space for self-regulation. The large, plush bean bag cushions offer deep touch pressure, grounding overstimulated nervous systems, while the enclosed sensory swing creates a comforting retreat where students can decompress. Having immediate access to these calming tools allows children to regain emotional balance quickly and return to learning with renewed focus.\r\nImproved Vestibular and Proprioceptive Input\r\nMovement is essential for children with sensory processing differences. The adaptive seating elements you provided—including the inflatable donut cushions, balance seats, and gentle swing—deliver vital vestibular and proprioceptive stimulation directly within the learning environment. This \"active sitting\" allows for controlled, subtle movement that satisfies a child's natural need for motion, strengthening their core stability and translating physical restlessness into cognitive readiness.\r\nIncreased Focus and Academic Readiness\r\nWhen physical discomfort and sensory distress are removed, learning flourishes. Traditional rigid chairs often cause fatigue and fidgeting, but these adaptive options accommodate our students' unique needs and keep them at an optimal level of engagement. As a result, we are seeing longer attention spans, improved task persistence, and greater enthusiasm for daily activities. By giving students the flexibility to choose seating that suits their sensory state, you have empowered them to take active ownership of their education.\r\nFostering Inclusivity and Belonging\r\nBeyond the physical and cognitive benefits, your gift sends a powerful message of dignity, acceptance, and care. Providing these high-quality, specialized tools reassures our students that their unique needs are recognized and valued. This supportive environment reduces feelings of frustration, builds self-confidence, and fosters a deep sense of belonging within our school community.\r\nYour generosity has truly converted our classroom into a therapeutic, joy-filled space where every child can thrive socially, emotionally, and academically. Thank you for opening doors of opportunity for our wonderful students!","fullyFundedDate":1779055472725,"projectUrl":"project/calm-bodies-focused-minds-sensory-tool/10294032/","projectTitle":"Calm Bodies, Focused Minds: Sensory Tools for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Baron","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10411083_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y123&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768599054943","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10411083"},{"teacherId":1896715,"projectId":8031911,"letterContent":"By supporting this project you not only changed my students lives but you also made a positive impact on all of their military impacted families also.\r\n\r\nWhen coming to Hawaii my military families are making a huge overseas move and change in their lives to a place and culture they have only seen in movies. By supporting this project, you have given my students a chance to see what real Hawaiian culture looks like, something that impacts them longer than just one day. \r\n\r\nThank you for helping me achieve my vision of showing these familyies what true Hawaiian culture is about!","fullyFundedDate":1700366377755,"projectUrl":"project/help-make-hawaiian-culture-come-alive/8031911/","projectTitle":"Help Make Hawaiian Culture Come Alive!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tsuji","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1896715_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1568679074913","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1896715"},{"teacherId":7163118,"projectId":10107309,"letterContent":"Mahalo Nui Loa!! Your generosity is greatly appreciated by our robotics and eSports teams! They were able to have a snack afterschool before each practice.\r\n\r\nThe addition of another Nintendo Switch was a great hit! The students really appreciated being able to practice more frequently with their teammates. The additional Nintendo Switch made it possible for more students to practice the different areas for their Mario Kart eSports competition. Although they did not place at the tournament, they did give their best effort!","fullyFundedDate":1771688611907,"projectUrl":"project/esports-robotics-support/10107309/","projectTitle":"eSports & Robotics Support","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tateyama","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7163118_orig.jpg?crop=1781,1781,x0,y23&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1587181992532","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ses-tateyama"},{"teacherId":7936930,"projectId":10109078,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing new informational texts for our young readers. The children are loving learning about the real world, looking at the pictures, and making connections to their own experiences. The bugs and vehicles are great hits.\r\n\r\nOur cooking center has offered the opportunity for children to watch science in action. Mixing ingredients and watch them change form has fascinated the children. They've made play dough for our learning centers, smoothies, pancakes and donuts. \r\n\r\nChildren are developing working memory skills by following step by step recipes. Math skills are progressing through counting ingredients and comparing sizes of measuring tools. Language is growing as a result of using cooking terms.\r\n\r\nWe are excited to continue using these resources.","fullyFundedDate":1771733460873,"projectUrl":"project/learning-through-experience/10109078/","projectTitle":"Learning through Experience","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7936930_orig.jpg?crop=974,974,x0,y110&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1646618798653","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7936930"},{"teacherId":9119266,"projectId":8665996,"letterContent":"Your contribution has made a meaningful and immediate impact in our classroom. Because of your support, my students now have access to the sensory tools and communication resources they need to feel calm, engaged, and successful. I've already seen students who were once overwhelmed begin to participate more, communicate their needs, and build independence. Transitions are smoother, frustration has decreased, and learning time has increased. These changes may seem small, but for my students, they are huge steps forward. Your generosity is truly changing their daily experiences and helping them reach their full potential.","fullyFundedDate":1723939942663,"projectUrl":"project/multi-sensory-learning/8665996/","projectTitle":"Multi-Sensory Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DeStefani","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9119266_orig.jpg?crop=665,665,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690440045603","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9119266"},{"teacherId":9681032,"projectId":10105540,"letterContent":"Mahalo nui loa for funding our Makerspace project and investing in the creativity, curiosity, and future of our students.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our Pre-K through 5th grade learners now have access to hands-on tools and materials that allow them to transform their ideas into tangible creations. What was once an idea has become a vibrant, active space where students are building, designing, tinkering, and creating every day. The excitement is immediate and visible as students eagerly collaborate, experiment, and take ownership of their learning in ways that extend far beyond traditional classroom experiences.\r\n\r\nThrough this makerspace, students are engaging in authentic, inquiry-based STEAM learning. They are constructing simple machines, exploring basic circuitry, designing structures inspired by our environment, and expressing themselves through art and engineering. More importantly, they are developing critical thinking skills, perseverance, and the confidence to take risks and learn from failure. We are already seeing students who were once hesitant now stepping forward as problem-solvers and innovators\r\n\r\nYour support has created opportunities that will have a lasting impact on our students' academic growth and personal development. You have helped cultivate not only creative thinkers, but also resilient, compassionate young leaders who are excited about learning and confident in their ability to shape the future.\r\n\r\nMahalo again for your generosity and for believing in our students.","fullyFundedDate":1771629673249,"projectUrl":"project/mlama-makerspace-molding-minds-through/10105540/","projectTitle":"Mālama Makerspace: Molding Minds Through Making","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Guiney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9681032_orig.jpg?crop=1180,1180,x0,y78&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723781360303","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9681032"},{"teacherId":9804544,"projectId":10104905,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous donation of physical education equipment to our program. Your support has made an immediate and meaningful impact on our students' daily experiences. The addition of the electronic volleyball whistle has already improved communication and safety during activities, while the two new soccer goals have energized our students and expanded opportunities for skill-building, teamwork, and play.\r\n\r\nThe giant frisbees have quickly become a favorite, encouraging creativity, coordination, and inclusive participation across all grade levels. Additionally, the laminator has been an invaluable resource, allowing us to create durable instructional materials, visual aids, and game resources that will benefit our students for years to come. These tools not only enhance the quality of our lessons but also help us better engage and support a wide range of learners.\r\n\r\nYour generosity directly contributes to a more active, engaging, and enriching environment for our students. We truly appreciate your commitment to supporting physical education and student wellness. Thank you for helping us create opportunities that inspire confidence, teamwork, and a lifelong love of movement.","fullyFundedDate":1771596409447,"projectUrl":"project/physical-education-rocks/10104905/","projectTitle":"Physical Education Rocks!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Young","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9804544_orig.png?crop=976,976,x0,y87&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784658741975","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9804544"},{"teacherId":7233278,"projectId":10104096,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in helping fund my project. This will help my student with their learning through teamwork by using the switch for wSports. They will put it to good use. The students have been excited about using the switch to play with.\r\n\r\nThe students have been using the switch and supplies almost every day. They enjoy playing with the switch. They are learning and problem-solving skills using the switch.\r\n\r\nThank you again so much for donating to help my students receive supplies for our class to draw with robots.","fullyFundedDate":1771455025658,"projectUrl":"project/switch-and-supplies/10104096/","projectTitle":"Switch and Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tam","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7233278"},{"teacherId":7933699,"projectId":10105622,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to purchase wordless picture books and materials for Social Emotional Learning for our parent engagement activity. We recognized the students in various categories and was able to share with parents more information regarding our EL program.\r\n\r\nTraditionally, the parent turn-out at our school has been low. It was wonderful to see many more families attend this event and increase parent involvement. Together, we practiced our oral communication skills with our EL students, creating a memorable experience for everyone involved. The families were able to create and take home sensory bottles. The students really loved making their own to take home. Your support made a significant difference!","fullyFundedDate":1771718857534,"projectUrl":"project/center-activities-with-el-families/10105622/","projectTitle":"Center Activities With EL Families","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Watanabe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7933699"},{"teacherId":10293710,"projectId":10105850,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity through DonorsChoose, our classroom has transformed into a space where students feel safer, calmer, and more connected to one another. Your gift of SEL picture books, weighted blankets, emotion stuffies, and SEL games has had a lasting impact on how my students learn to understand their emotions, regulate their nervous systems, and build healthy relationships with peers.\r\n\r\nWhen I introduced the new donated items, the faces of the students lit up with excitement and curiosity. Many immediately gravitated toward the emotion stuffies, identifying which one matched how they were feeling. Others couldn't wait to explore the games, asking if they could play them right away. The weighted blankets quickly became a favorite, and students began asking thoughtful questions about how they work to help our bodies feel calm. They felt seen and cared for simply by having tools designed to help them.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has created a ripple effect that will last far beyond this school year.","fullyFundedDate":1771616742573,"projectUrl":"project/play-learn-heal-sel-resources-for-stu/10105850/","projectTitle":"Play, Learn, Heal: SEL Resources for Students with Big Feelings","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Muzik","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10293710_orig.jpg?crop=1244,1244,x0,y360&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759217434484","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10293710"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50912","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":622,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":52,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":12,"percentWhite":30,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":34,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":6,"percentMultiracialImputed":12,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":52.9,"schoolId":50912,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about 1SG Samuel K. 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