{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Waialua Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":37.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9368654,"projectId":10110293,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your support of our classroom project. The arrival of our JBL speaker system and four wireless microphones has truly transformed the atmosphere of our sixth-grade wing. As a teacher, there is nothing more rewarding than seeing a student move from a whisper to a confident, amplified voice, and your gift made that possible.\r\n\r\nAcademic Excellence: Senior Presentations\r\n\r\nIn our sixth-grade \"Senior\" program—the culminating experience of their elementary years—students are required to present their capstone projects to peers, faculty, and family. Before this grant, soft-spoken students often struggled to be heard in our large common area. With the new JBL system, the audio is crystal clear.\r\n\r\nThe microphones have added a level of professionalism that makes the students take their work more seriously. They no longer feel like they are just \"talking to a class\"; they feel like keynote speakers. This boost in confidence has directly improved their public speaking skills and their pride in their academic achievements.\r\n\r\nCommunity Building: Grade-Level Karaoke\r\n\r\nBeyond the classroom requirements, these tools have revitalized our school culture. Our \"Sixth Grade Karaoke Nights\" have become the highlight of the month. It is a joy to watch 11 and 12-year-olds step out of their comfort zones, cheer for one another, and build a sense of community through music.\r\n\r\nIn a middle-school transition year where social anxiety can be high, having a high-quality sound system and enough microphones for a group of friends to sing together has provided a safe, joyful outlet for self-expression.\r\n\r\nThe Lasting Impact\r\n\r\nYour generosity has provided more than just hardware; you've provided a platform. You have given my students the literal and figurative volume they need to share their ideas and their joy with the world.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for investing in their voices.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\n\r\nThe Sixth Grade Team\r\nWaialua Elementary","fullyFundedDate":1771761572798,"projectUrl":"project/the-melodic-classroom/10110293/","projectTitle":"The Melodic Classroom","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":8975486,"projectId":10104328,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! My students were so excited when your delivery arrived and they saw the boxes in my classroom. We got to open each item together and their eyes were lighting up with each new addition to our classroom. Our students were stoked to receive the new items like the wiggle-foot pad. My hyperactive and sensory-seeking kiddos especially love that new resource. I may need to get more in the future! They also loved unboxing things like the stickers and new scissors. Thank you so much for showing us your kindness. We are so appreciative!","fullyFundedDate":1771602375654,"projectUrl":"project/support-students-in-special-education/10104328/","projectTitle":"Support Students in Special Education","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Unger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8975486_orig.png?crop=401,401,x126,y82&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691462868470","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8975486"},{"teacherId":2353575,"projectId":10103451,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my classroom! The students have been very excited to this upgrade of our room. The carpets are so very nice. The carpet is high quality and the students have felt so thankful to have such a soft carpet to sit and play on. They also have enjoyed their new magnatiles which they can create vehicles with. They have been playing on the new play town carpet. It is inspiring their imagination!\r\n\r\nWe have also been making use of the bookshelf to store the new items. The students are having an easier time pulling out the tiles to play with and cleaning up when done. Each item has created a greater sense of harmony within our class and a classroom that feels like home is so much easier to learn in.\r\n\r\nI am also excited to use the new language cards in my class and tutoring groups.\r\nThank you for supporting Hawaii teachers and keiki.","fullyFundedDate":1771513789663,"projectUrl":"project/a-learning-classroom/10103451/","projectTitle":"A Learning Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kawachi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2353575"},{"teacherId":10254407,"projectId":10105218,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through your generous donation. Because of you, my students now have comfortable bean bag chairs and wobbly chairs that give them flexible seating options during the school day. Many students focus better when they can move or sit in a way that feels comfortable, and these seating choices help them stay engaged and ready to learn. Your kindness has helped create a classroom environment where students feel relaxed, supported, and excited to participate.\r\n\r\nThe board games you provided will also bring valuable learning opportunities to our classroom. Through games, students practice teamwork, problem-solving, communication, and good sportsmanship. These moments help build a positive classroom community while strengthening important social and thinking skills.\r\n\r\nThe candy rewards will be used to celebrate hard work, perseverance, and positive behavior. Small incentives can make a big difference in motivating students and recognizing their effort. Thank you for investing in my students and helping create a classroom that is fun, encouraging, and full of opportunities to grow. Your support truly makes a difference in their daily learning experience.\r\n\r\nthen, one more thank you for the doe to speak about impact on student learning\r\n\r\nThank you to the Hawaiʻi Department of Education for supporting our classroom and investing in resources that directly impact student learning. Flexible seating like bean bags and wobbly chairs allows students to learn in ways that support their individual needs. When students are comfortable and able to move appropriately while working, they are better able to focus, stay engaged, and participate in lessons. These seating options help create a learning environment where all students can be successful.\r\n\r\nThe board games and small rewards also play an important role in building a positive classroom culture. Games help students strengthen critical thinking, collaboration, and communication skills while reinforcing academic concepts in a meaningful way. Recognizing students' effort with small incentives encourages perseverance, positive behavior, and a growth mindset. Together, these resources support both academic achievement and social-emotional development, helping our students become confident, motivated learners.","fullyFundedDate":1771627515547,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-seats-brain-treats-for-bright-min/10105218/","projectTitle":"Cozy Seats & Brain Treats for Bright Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kelly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10254407"},{"teacherId":2348800,"projectId":9191887,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your incredible generosity in providing the sewing and crafting supplies for our project, \"Threading Dreams.\" When the boxes first arrived, my students were buzzing with excitement. For many of them, this was their first time seeing a sewing machine or handling high-quality fabric, and their eyes lit up at the possibilities.\r\n\r\nWe have been using these resources to bridge the gap between creativity and practical life skills. One specific moment that stands out was watching a student who usually struggles with focus sit in complete, peaceful concentration while finishing their first hand-stitched hem. They were so proud to show off their work to the rest of the class! These materials aren't just \"supplies\"—they are tools that are teaching my students patience, fine motor skills, and the confidence to create something from scratch.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has turned our classroom into a vibrant maker-space where students feel empowered to dream and design. Thank you for investing in their futures and their creativity!","fullyFundedDate":1742816603232,"projectUrl":"project/threading-dreams-sewing-projects-for-ki/9191887/","projectTitle":"Threading Dreams: Sewing Projects for Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Warman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2348800_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1457734424453","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kwarman"},{"teacherId":3106568,"projectId":9781306,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our cozy library! When our students first saw the tree stump stools they were so excited and could not wait to have a turn sitting on them and to practice turning their book pages properly. \r\n\r\nThe stool stumps and cozy bean bags have helped our students to have calm bodies in the library. Not only do the tree stump stools help support children's core, but also helps the students sit with their feet flat on the floor.\r\n\r\nWe appreciate your support and could not have provided these materials without your donation.","fullyFundedDate":1759622917050,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-library/9781306/","projectTitle":"Cozy Library","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":9816100,"projectId":9776124,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of LEGO kits and supplies for our STEM Night. When the students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate—eyes lit up, conversations buzzed, and they could not wait to start building. During STEM Night, students worked in small teams to design and construct LEGO robots, testing different ideas and learning through trial and error. One of the highlights was watching a group proudly demonstrate a robot they had redesigned multiple times to make it move more smoothly. These new resources allowed our students to collaborate, problem-solve, and apply engineering concepts in a hands-on and meaningful way.\r\n\r\nBy supporting our project, you gave students an authentic peek into what learning looks like in our classroom. Thanks to you, we are now moving into our next lesson where students will program their LEGO builds to complete simple challenges, such as navigating obstacles or completing a task. They are already brainstorming improvements and asking thoughtful questions about coding and design. Your generosity has not only made STEM Night a success, but it has also sparked curiosity and confidence that will carry forward into future projects. We are incredibly grateful for your support and the lasting impact it has on our students' learning.","fullyFundedDate":1759546146112,"projectUrl":"project/student-led-stem-night-robotics-creati/9776124/","projectTitle":"Student-Led STEM Night: Robotics, Creativity & Family Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sivan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9816100"},{"teacherId":9368654,"projectId":9781418,"letterContent":"1. How is the technology helping your students learn?\r\n\r\nThe integration of these three specific tools creates a more efficient, visually stimulating, and organized learning environment that caters to the diverse needs of 6th-grade learners.\r\n\r\nColor Printer (Visual Literacy and Mathematical Precision): In 6th-grade math, color is more than just decoration; it is a scaffold for understanding. For example, when teaching the Area of Polygons, students can use color-coded diagrams to distinguish between the base and height of a triangle or the parallel sides of a trapezoid. High-quality color printing allows me to provide color-coded \"cheat sheets\" and anchor charts that help students track different steps in decimal multiplication or distinguish between positive and negative integers.\r\n\r\nPortable Hard Drive (Digital Portfolios and Continuity): As we move toward more digital projects (like creating \"Candy Shop\" business plans or geometry presentations), students need a way to store large media files without slowing down school networks. This drive allows us to build year-long digital portfolios. It ensures that student work is backed up and accessible, teaching them essential lessons in data management and digital responsibility.\r\n\r\nLaptop Screen Extender (Enhanced Instruction and Small Group Support): This allows me to be a more mobile and effective instructor. While working in small groups, I can have the student data/roster on one screen and the interactive math lesson or \"Virtual Manipulatives\" on the other. It allows for seamless \"side-by-side\" comparison of student work against the rubric or answer key, making feedback much faster and more personalized.\r\n\r\n2. What about the new product is most exciting to your students?\r\n\r\nProfessional Pride in Output: Students are most excited about the Color Printer. There is a massive psychological shift in \"ownership\" when a student sees their work printed in vibrant color rather than grainy grayscale. For our \"Christmas Candy Math\" projects, being able to print their designed candy labels or colorful area maps makes their work feel \"real\" and professional. It transforms a simple worksheet into a gallery-worthy project.\r\n\r\nThe \"Cool Factor\" of Modern Tech: 6th graders are naturally drawn to hardware. The Screen Extender often sparks curiosity about \"dual-monitor\" setups and professional workflows. They see it as a \"pro\" tool, which elevates the atmosphere of the classroom to one of serious innovation.\r\n\r\nA \"Library\" of Their Own Work: Students are surprisingly excited about the Portable Hard Drive as it acts like a digital \"time capsule.\" Knowing their videos, photos of their gingerbread houses, and digital math models are safely stored and won't be deleted at the end of the week gives them a sense of permanence and pride in their academic history.\r\n\r\nSummary of Impact\r\n\r\nBy funding these items, you are not just buying \"hardware\"; you are providing the tools necessary to bridge the gap between abstract mathematical concepts and tangible, professional-grade student creations.","fullyFundedDate":1759592995801,"projectUrl":"project/student-conference/9781418/","projectTitle":"Student Conference","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":7939874,"projectId":9777403,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom project. Your kindness truly means the world to our second grade students and to me. Because of your support, our classroom is a brighter, more exciting place where learning feels fun, meaningful, and engaging every single day.\r\n\r\nHaving access to colorful printed materials allows lessons to come alive for our young learners. From vibrant worksheets and story pages to student artwork and science posters, our students love seeing learning in color and they take so much pride in their work. It has been wonderful to watch their confidence grow as they share their creations and feel excited about what they are learning.\r\n\r\nYour donation also helps support our positive behavior and classroom community through fun charts, certificates, and rewards that celebrate effort and success. These small moments make a big difference for our students, and none of it would be possible without your generosity. Thank you for believing in our students and for helping create a classroom filled with smiles, motivation, and a love of learning.","fullyFundedDate":1759458505804,"projectUrl":"project/brightening-learning-with-color-and-crea/9777403/","projectTitle":"Brightening Learning with Color and Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Millwood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7939874_orig.jpg?crop=2136,2136,x211,y141&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667024503778","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7939874"},{"teacherId":691668,"projectId":9782295,"letterContent":"We are always humbled when donors like you support our classrooms. Our project was a simple one to spruce up our classroom that is in an old portable. The kitchen organizer has helped keep our much needed coffee area neatly arranged, along with other sink and kitchen supplies our students use. \r\n\r\nThe area rug has created a welcoming space on the hard tile floor. It is our students favorite area to take a break, play games, and listen to stories. It makes the space comfortable and students feel calm and engaged. \r\n\r\nThe wagon has made our daily jobs; such as gathering all the lost and found items, delivering packages to other classrooms, and to carry our cooler when we sell coffee for life skills practice much easier. \r\n\r\nThese amazing additions have made our classroom more organized, efficient, and inviting, directly supporting student comfort, independence, and learning. Thank you for helping make these improvements possible.","fullyFundedDate":1759607297946,"projectUrl":"project/turning-our-drab-room-into-a-fab-room/9782295/","projectTitle":"Turning Our Drab Room Into a Fab Room!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Beatty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/691668"},{"teacherId":8822814,"projectId":9776806,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of gardening boxes, tools, clipboards, and notebooks. My students have been using these resources regularly as they dig in the dirt, plant seeds, and observe our garden grow. One special moment was watching students carefully tend to their plants and excitedly record changes they noticed each day. The clipboards and notebooks have helped them slow down, observe closely, and take pride in their work.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, they were thrilled and eager to get started. Many immediately asked when they could plant and couldn't wait to use real gardening tools. Next, we will focus on growing plants that we can eat while continuing to learn about responsibility, plant life cycles, and sustainability. Your support has made hands-on learning truly meaningful.","fullyFundedDate":1759454936218,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-students-grow-gardening-projec/9776806/","projectTitle":"Help Our Students Grow: Gardening Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lloyd-Venegas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8822814"},{"teacherId":7938725,"projectId":9775850,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has transformed into a place where effort is celebrated, engagement is high, and students feel truly seen. The incentives you provided; footballs, bracelets, modeling clay, mini building blocks, and fun pens; are now woven into our daily routines in meaningful and exciting ways.\r\nWhen students first saw the basket of footballs, colorful bracelets, tiny building blocks, and quirky pens, their faces lit up. Many couldn't believe these items were meant for them. A few even asked, \"We get to earn these in class?\" Their excitement was contagious, and it set the tone for a positive, hardworking day.\r\nWhat's next for us\r\nRight now, we're in the middle of a goal-setting and perseverance unit. Students are tracking their academic and personal growth, and these incentives give them something tangible to look forward to as they work toward their benchmarks. Our next step is helping students reflect on their progress and choose rewards that match their goals; encouraging not just effort, but intentional, self-directed learning.\r\nYour support hasn't just added fun items to our classroom; it's strengthened our culture of motivation, confidence, and joy. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1759443694064,"projectUrl":"project/rewards-for-hard-work/9775850/","projectTitle":"Rewards for Hard Work!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Camit","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7938725"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50915","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":414,"numTeachers":31,"percentFrplEligible":47,"percentAsian":13,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":32,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":23,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"13.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":63.0,"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"}