{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Waialua Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":36.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9368654,"projectId":10661266,"letterContent":"I am writing to share the incredible impact your generous donation has already made in our 6th-grade math classroom. Because of you, our GoPro multimedia kit has arrived, and it has completely transformed how my students engage with their learning and with each other.\r\n\r\nThis technology is helping our students learn by turning them from passive consumers of math into active, reflective creators. In our classroom, we focus heavily on real-world problem-solving and mathematical reasoning. The GoPro allows students to actually film their own math scenarios and record themselves explaining how they solved complex fraction or decimal problems. By verbalizing their math processes on camera, they are forced to organize their thoughts, use precise vocabulary, and construct viable arguments. They are no longer just filling out worksheets; they are teaching each other and building deep conceptual understanding.\r\n\r\nWhat excites the students most about the new equipment is the professional, hands-on nature of the gear. The moment we bring out the mini-tripod and the wireless clip-on microphone, the energy in the room completely shifts. They love feeling like real directors and \"content creators.\" Knowing that they are producing a high-quality video gives them a sense of ownership and pride in their work that is hard to replicate. They actually look forward to the end of a math unit because it means it's time to film their reflection portfolios!\r\n\r\nYour support has given my students a voice and made our classroom a more joyful, collaborative environment. Thank you for believing in my 6th graders and for making this unforgettable year of learning possible.","fullyFundedDate":1789852163302,"projectUrl":"project/capturing-our-learning-6th-grade-studen/10661266/","projectTitle":"Capturing Our Learning: 6th Grade Student Stories & Action Media","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. D Burnett Jr","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9368654_orig.jpg?crop=1423,1423,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741645254185","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9368654"},{"teacherId":2353575,"projectId":10658431,"letterContent":"These resources have helped me integrate geography into my curriculum. The globe gives students a better understanding of places than a traditional map. Also, the speaking globe provides students with important facts about the continents, countries, oceans, and landmarks. This is important background knowledge that impacts most other readings we are studying.\r\n\r\nThe art supplies help me to create art projects that connect with the learning. Students can create maps of their own, as well as represent research that they have done on animals and cultures, and places on our planet.\r\n\r\nWhen students read, they only truly understand what they can connect to prior knowledge. When I can build a richer curriculum, the students understand more and the learning is deeper and richer. They are more engaged. \r\n\r\nI appreciate your support to build a better classroom for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1789844944171,"projectUrl":"project/learning-about-our-world/10658431/","projectTitle":"Learning About Our World","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kawachi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2353575"},{"teacherId":691668,"projectId":10453539,"letterContent":"Thank you tremendously for your donations to help my little learners feel comfortable in our classroom! As soon as our donations arrived, they got right on the ball chair as if they knew it was for them. \r\nThe ball chair has given them a stable spot to sit and get fidgets out while staying focused during small group time. The step stool has given them access to otherwise adult height areas such as the sink where we frequently need to be. \r\nStaying on schedule and to a routine is VERY important in my classroom. The schedule chart is great for my older students to keep their routines visual. Reading the schedule is part of our daily routine and gives them a heads up for anything that may be new to their schedule. \r\nThese donations are well loved and appreciated in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1786296655709,"projectUrl":"project/help-little-learners-sit-see-and-succe/10453539/","projectTitle":"Help Little Learners Sit, See, and Succeed This School Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Beatty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/691668"},{"teacherId":3106568,"projectId":10461055,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this project to beautify the school and also help us create lasting friendships in preschool. The children loved designing their own rocks and painting them, each one as a special gift for a friend. We incorporated this activity into our unity day of inclusion to help make each child feel a sense of belonging and value. After the activity the children placed each painted rock around our school garden, so that we can admire everyone's efforts collectively. The children loved painting the rocks so much that we had them make their own special rock to take home and keep in their gardens.","fullyFundedDate":1789682712113,"projectUrl":"project/mosaic-stepping-stones/10461055/","projectTitle":"Mosaic Stepping Stones","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ashmore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3106568_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536893379658","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ilanaashmore"},{"teacherId":7938817,"projectId":10658438,"letterContent":"We are absolutely loving our new books! They are engaging, funny, spooky, and sentimental! We are analyzing the stories to pick out strong beginnings, looking for how the authors use dialogue, and exploring their use of onomatopoeia. \r\n\r\nWe are mapping out own books after reading these model texts. We can't wait to assemble our very own stories in the nice blank books we are so fortunate to have all thanks to your donation! \r\n\r\nWe're already counting down the days to our publishing party on October 30. Stay tuned for photos! Thanks for bringing this project to life!","fullyFundedDate":1789786538251,"projectUrl":"project/from-readers-to-writers/10658438/","projectTitle":"From Readers to Writers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nakai","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7938817"},{"teacherId":2353575,"projectId":10344601,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my classroom! It has been wonderful to see the students growing and learning with the new materials. \r\n\r\nWith my kindergarten students who are learning their letters, the alphabet letter locks have been so useful! I have always struggled with students recognizing the lower and upper case letters, and the locks have really helped! The students have really enjoyed finding the right letter key, saying the sound, and finding the matching lock. \r\n\r\nThe workbooks have been great too. The students are able to write directly into the book which helps them immensely. We are also not losing pages and creating chaos and frustration within the classroom. \r\n\r\nQuarter awards are soon, and we are excited to laminate their awards for them too.\r\n\r\nStudents who are hungry know they can grab a snack too without embarrassment. \r\nThank you for your support- we really appreciate it!","fullyFundedDate":1782861464667,"projectUrl":"project/setting-students-up-for-success/10344601/","projectTitle":"Setting Students up for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kawachi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2353575"},{"teacherId":9816100,"projectId":10105206,"letterContent":"Our students have been excited to put the new resources to use in our robotics projects. The Chomp Saw has given them another tool to build and modify their designs, while the mobile whiteboard has helped teams brainstorm, plan, and troubleshoot together. Students were especially excited when they first saw the Chomp Saw and immediately began thinking about how they could use it in their builds. The masking tape, lollipops, and pretzels were also put to good use during our STEM Night, where our robotics students helped lead activities and welcome participants with treats. It was rewarding to see them take on leadership roles and share their excitement for STEM.\r\n\r\nOur students are now continuing to build, test, and improve their robotics projects using the engineering design process. They are troubleshooting their designs, making adjustments based on testing, and working together to prepare for upcoming challenges. The new resources are giving them more opportunities to collaborate, problem-solve, and develop confidence as young engineers. We are grateful to our donors for helping make these hands-on learning experiences possible!","fullyFundedDate":1776453510890,"projectUrl":"project/robotics-competition-supplies/10105206/","projectTitle":"Robotics Competition Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sivan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9816100"},{"teacherId":2353575,"projectId":10245437,"letterContent":"I truly appreciate your support of my classroom. My special needs students are more successful when they have necessary items like the workbooks you helped to provide. These workbooks are paced and are easier for them to write in as the pages don't move or get lost. \r\n\r\nWe also use the laminator to make badges and certificates for the students to celebrate their success.\r\n\r\nWe also are always in need of paper towels and tissues for the students to use. All of these necessities help our classroom run more smoothly and feel more welcoming. \r\n\r\nI truly appreciate your support!","fullyFundedDate":1777898417847,"projectUrl":"project/necessities-for-our-classroom/10245437/","projectTitle":"Necessities for Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kawachi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2353575"},{"teacherId":10296419,"projectId":10105298,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our project. The students and I appreciate your efforts to help support us in the classroom. \r\n\r\nWith computer science becoming more and more a part of our curriculum, the students were very excited to work with the lego set. We are still in the beginning stages of learning to code and so it was nice to have a hands on activity where they could experience the direct impact of their work. Because it was near the end of the year, we were unable to play with it as much as we would have like, but they are looking forward to using it from the beginning of the next school year.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the yearbook students were very excited to use the cushions for their hard plastic chairs. Spending time staring at a computer screen while working on our yearbook, they were comforted by the cushions on their chairs. They often trade and rotate the colors to mix it up. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1771611430080,"projectUrl":"project/brick-your-way-to-success/10105298/","projectTitle":"Brick Your Way to Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tokuda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10296419"},{"teacherId":691668,"projectId":10106426,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in the daily lives of my students. The trampoline has become an essential tool for helping my students regulate their nervous systems. Jumping provides calming sensory input and allows them to release built-up energy, helping them return to learning more focused and emotionally balanced.\r\n\r\nThe noise-cancelling headphones have been incredibly helpful for my student who experiences sensory overload. By reducing overwhelming sounds in the classroom, they are able to feel safer, calmer, and better able to concentrate on their work and interactions with others.\r\n\r\nThe cuddle pillow has offered my students comfort during moments of stress or anxiety. Having something soft and secure to hold helps them self-soothe, regulate emotions, and feel grounded throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nThe weighted blanket has also become a favorite calming support. The gentle pressure simulates the feeling of a comforting hug, helping students feel secure, relaxed, and emotionally regulated when they are overwhelmed or dysregulated.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness and support, my classroom has become a more calming, supportive, and inclusive environment where students can feel safe, cared for, and ready to learn. Thank you for investing in tools that support not only academic growth, but also the emotional well-being of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1771737534703,"projectUrl":"project/feelin-it/10106426/","projectTitle":"Feelin' It!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Beatty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/691668"},{"teacherId":7938725,"projectId":10103978,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Donors Choose project! Because of your kindness, our students will have access to new art materials and exciting prizes for our class shop. Your donation is helping create a classroom environment that encourages creativity, positive behavior, and a love of learning.\r\n\r\nThe art supplies will give students opportunities to express themselves, build confidence, and explore their creativity in meaningful ways. The class shop prizes will help motivate students to make positive choices, work hard, and take pride in their accomplishments each day.\r\n\r\nYour generosity goes far beyond the materials themselves. You are helping our students feel supported, valued, and excited to come to school. We are truly grateful for your investment in our classroom and in the success of our students.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making a difference in the lives of our children!","fullyFundedDate":1771684805693,"projectUrl":"project/art-for-all/10103978/","projectTitle":"Art for All!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Camit","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7938725"},{"teacherId":8822814,"projectId":10111677,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our students and helping bring joyful, meaningful learning experiences into our physical education program. I absolutely love how energetic, curious, and encouraging my students are. They come to class ready to move, try new skills, and cheer each other on. Their enthusiasm for hands-on, interactive activities creates an environment where confidence grows, teamwork develops, and every small success is celebrated together.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our students will have access to resources that strengthen both their physical and social-emotional growth. The parachute activities will encourage teamwork, cooperation, and communication while helping students build upper-body strength and cardiovascular endurance through whole-group games. The Boomwhackers will bring music and movement together, improving coordination, listening skills, rhythm, and timing in a fun and engaging way. The activity bases will support striking and running games that help students develop important motor skills like agility, spatial awareness, and safe movement during gameplay. Together, these materials will create exciting, standards-aligned experiences that inspire students to stay active, work together, and enjoy learning through movement. Thank you for making this possible for our students!","fullyFundedDate":1771786018391,"projectUrl":"project/active-minds-active-bodies/10111677/","projectTitle":"Active Minds, Active Bodies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lloyd-Venegas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8822814"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50915","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":426,"numTeachers":31,"percentFrplEligible":50,"percentAsian":12,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":32,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":23,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":10,"percentMultiracialImputed":20,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"13.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":64.0,"schoolId":50915,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Waialua Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Waialua Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/central-oahu-school-district/waialua-elementary-school/50915"}