{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Waialua High & Intermediate School","outOfStateSupporters":50.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9373668,"projectId":9772503,"letterContent":"My students were very excited to get big post it papers and new markers to continue working on projects and graphic organizers in groups. They are also excited to have a source that allows them to listen to music and podcasts in class. The JBL speaker has been a big help in providing more resources for students. The other resources such as ink has helped us create a bulletin board with the school theme \"Growing in Respect, Rooted in Aloha.\" this bulletin board could not have been made without the ink provided in this project.","fullyFundedDate":1759428467937,"projectUrl":"project/high-tech-and-highly-creative/9772503/","projectTitle":"High Tech and Highly Creative","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Miguel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9373668_orig.jpg?crop=1497,1497,x293,y517&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723666081601","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9373668"},{"teacherId":9373668,"projectId":9701294,"letterContent":"As a new teacher in a new school, I've faced challenges, but your donation will help us overcome them and build a strong foundation for my students' success. With your support, we have created a classroom where students can truly focus on learning. The fans will provide much-needed relief from the heat, making the classroom a comfortable space where students can concentrate. The extension cords will ensure that students' Chromebooks are always charged and ready for use, preventing disruptions to our lessons.\r\n\r\nBeyond comfort, this project provides the essential tools for a productive and healthy learning environment. The first aid kit will give us peace of mind, and the teacher's computer chair will allow me to be more mobile and engaged with students. The map will be a valuable visual aid for our lessons.\r\n\r\nYou also helped us get the basics right. We now have a steady supply of pencils, pens, and paper for daily learning. The binders, file folders, and desk organizers will teach students how to stay organized and manage their work. The new laminating sheets, soap, and hand sanitizer will help us keep our space clean and healthy. Finally, scissors, colored pencils, and tape will be used for hands-on projects, allowing students to be creative and build problem-solving skills.\r\n\r\nYour investment has transformed our classroom into a cool, organized, and effective learning space, allowing my students to thrive despite our initial challenges.","fullyFundedDate":1758133358327,"projectUrl":"project/a-cool-and-organized-classroom/9701294/","projectTitle":"A Cool and Organized Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Miguel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9373668_orig.jpg?crop=1497,1497,x293,y517&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723666081601","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9373668"},{"teacherId":1931687,"projectId":9161776,"letterContent":"The new games have been a wonderful addition to our school and are already making a positive impact! We keep them on display at the library circulation desk, and they've quickly become a big hit with students during recess and lunch. Instead of spending that time on their phones, students are gathering around tables to play together, laugh, and connect.\r\n\r\nOne especially memorable moment was seeing a group of students who don't usually interact sit down for the Game of Life. What started as quiet competition turned into a collaborative teaching moment, with students discussing the life events they experienced during the game and how their earlier decisions impacted the outcomes. Similarly, games like Uno and dominos have brought together students from different grades, encouraging face-to-face communication and building friendships.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, they were excited and immediately began checking them out to try with their friends. The energy and enthusiasm around these resources has been inspiring.\r\n\r\nNext, we plan to incorporate the games into structured activities, like culture and language lessons that highlight Hawaiian vocabulary and Japanese traditions, as well as outdoor team-building through physical games like ladder toss. These resources will continue to provide meaningful opportunities for students to unplug, connect, and grow together.","fullyFundedDate":1742090692612,"projectUrl":"project/continuing-to-unplug-and-connect-engagi/9161776/","projectTitle":"Continuing to Unplug and Connect: Engaging Minds With No-tech Activities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pescaia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1931687_orig.jpg?crop=2680,2680,x1760,y440&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667201057219","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1931687"},{"teacherId":9808247,"projectId":9101490,"letterContent":"I want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for the resources you provided for our students' 3D Cake Design Project. Your generous contributions have truly transformed their learning experience and have fostered creativity and collaboration among the students.\r\n\r\nOne of the most significant resources we received were the cleaning wipes. The students were incredibly thankful to have them on hand, as they could easily tidy up their work areas and ensure their projects remained clean during the entire process. This allowed them to focus on their designs without worrying about messes, which made the overall experience even more enjoyable. It reinforced the importance of maintaining a clean workspace in any creative endeavor.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the playdough has been an absolute hit among our young designers! The students loved using it to create unique decorations for their 3D cakes, and it opened up a world of possibilities for their imaginations. Seeing them so engaged and excited about their projects has been a joy, and it's all thanks to your support. We truly appreciate everything you do and look forward to sharing more of our classroom adventures with you in the future!","fullyFundedDate":1744032876107,"projectUrl":"project/3d-cake-design-challenge/9101490/","projectTitle":"3D Cake Design Challenge","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Narvarte","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9808247"},{"teacherId":9967596,"projectId":9162174,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! The new snacks have been a wonderful addition to our classroom and have had a surprising impact beyond just satisfying hunger. When the students first saw the assortment of snacks, their faces lit up with excitement and gratitude. It didn't take long for them to begin sharing with one another, sparking conversations, acts of kindness, and new friendships. This small addition has played a big role in strengthening our classroom community and supporting our social-emotional learning (SEL) goals.\r\n\r\nWe've used snack time as an opportunity to build positive relationships, both in and out of the classroom. Students are learning how to express gratitude, offer help, and engage in meaningful conversations during these moments. One specific project we're working on is our \"Kindness Circle,\" where students reflect on acts of kindness they've experienced or shown throughout the week—many of which now happen during our shared snack time. Moving forward, we'll continue to tie these experiences into writing activities, empathy exercises, and group discussions, helping students develop emotional awareness and strong interpersonal skills. Your contribution has helped us grow in more ways than one—thank you again for being a part of our journey!","fullyFundedDate":1742050557235,"projectUrl":"project/help-support-my-students-academic-and-so/9162174/","projectTitle":"Help Support My Students Academic and Social Emotional Needs!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Matsumoto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9967596"},{"teacherId":8826241,"projectId":9161534,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through DonorsChoose! Your generosity is helping bring an exciting and meaningful project to life for my high school students in grades 9–12.\r\n\r\nThanks to your donation, my students now have the opportunity to dive into the world of digital design using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator on a more meaningful level. This project is more than just learning software—it's about turning creative ideas into real-world, wearable products like custom shirts, hoodies, hats and totes. With your help, students gained hands-on experience with industry-standard tools to bring their art to life!\r\n\r\nYour support means they're not only learning technical and artistic skills, but also how to think like designers, creators, and hopefully future artists. They're translating digital designs into physical items, showcasing their work professionally, and seeing that creativity can be both powerful and practical.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of every student who is growing and expressing themselves through this project, thank you for making it all possible. Your contribution is making a lasting impact, one design at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1742061839715,"projectUrl":"project/wearable-expression/9161534/","projectTitle":"Wearable Expression","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fitzgerald","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8826241_orig.jpg?crop=500,500,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667349955456","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8826241"},{"teacherId":8826241,"projectId":8877797,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and making this project a reality!\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students were able to take their digital designs and bring them to life using materials like vinyl, hats, totes, and mugs. There's something truly special about watching them go from working behind a screen to holding their own custom-designed product in their hands—it's one of the most exciting moments in their learning journey.\r\n\r\nWith access to tools like Cricuts, a laser printer, and the heat press, students were able to explore industry-level equipment and gain skills that could shape their future careers. More importantly, they had the freedom to create something that felt personal, meaningful, and entirely their own.\r\n\r\nLearning software like Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign is no small task—each student faces different challenges along the way. But throughout the year, I've seen them grow not just in technical ability, but in confidence. They're beginning to see themselves as real designers and creators, and that shift is incredibly powerful to witness.\r\n\r\nI'm so grateful to you for making this experience possible. Your donation gave my students the chance to create something they're proud of—something they'll carry with them long after they leave the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1728944042229,"projectUrl":"project/creative-digital-design-products/8877797/","projectTitle":"Creative Digital Design Products","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fitzgerald","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8826241_orig.jpg?crop=500,500,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667349955456","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8826241"},{"teacherId":9808247,"projectId":9158466,"letterContent":"I am writing to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous donation, which played a vital role in bringing our 7th-grade mini-carnival project on probability to life. Your support provided the necessary resources that fueled creativity, collaboration, and hands-on learning, leaving a lasting impression on our students. \r\n\r\nThrough this project, each group designed and built their own probability-based game, crafting levels of difficulty and refining their ideas with the insightful feedback their parents. Your contributions—such as snacks for prizes, wipes for cleanup, and Expo dry-erase markers for writing game instructions—were invaluable in making this experience seamless and engaging. \r\n\r\nIt was truly inspiring to witness students transform everyday materials like cardboard, popsicle sticks, plastic cups, and playing cards into imaginative game components. They worked together with enthusiasm, embracing teamwork and problem-solving as they developed, tested, and perfected their games. The mini-carnival itself was a resounding success, bringing joy to the entire middle school community. Students, teachers, and administrators eagerly participated, learning about probability in an interactive and fun-filled environment. \r\n\r\nBeyond the excitement of the carnival, students gained a deep understanding of both theoretical and experimental probability. By playing and testing their games, they experienced firsthand how probability works in real-world scenarios. This interactive approach helped them bridge the gap between concepts and application, solidifying their knowledge in a fun and engaging way.\r\n\r\nYour generosity made all of this possible, turning a simple idea into an enriching and educational journey. On behalf of my students, their families, and our school community, I sincerely thank you for your belief in the power of hands-on learning and for making a lasting impact on our students' education.","fullyFundedDate":1741960102718,"projectUrl":"project/7th-grade-mini-carnival-project/9158466/","projectTitle":"7th Grade Mini Carnival Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Narvarte","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9808247"},{"teacherId":9372074,"projectId":9273576,"letterContent":"As I sit here on our last day of school, surrounded by incredible student portfolios and empty snack wrappers from today's celebration, I am overwhelmed with gratitude for what your support made possible this year. The technology and supplies you provided didn't just give my students new tools- they gave them new ways to see themselves and tell their stories. \r\nThe iPad keyboard and stand transformed how they approach their work, allowing them to document their creative process and reflect on their growth with dignity and independence. But it was our \"hand portrait\" photography unit that truly showcased the magic of what you helped create. Instead of just taking pictures, my students used photography to share the most meaningful parts of their lives. One student photographed herself holding a paintbrush, explaining that art is when she feels most herself. Another captured her hands painting her nails- a ritual she shared with her mom back on the mainland, now holding onto 102 different colors they collected together as a way to stay connected across the ocean. A third student proudly displayed his hands gripping a fishing rod, sharing stories of weekend adventures with his grandpa. Each portrait became a window into what matters most to them. \r\nWhat excites me the most is watching my students master both the technical skills- learning sign language photography, perfecting black and white editing, managing their memory cards- and the confidence that comes with having their voices heard and valued. Today's gallery walk was electric with pride as they presented their final portfolios, explaining their artistic choices and sharing personal stories behind each image. These aren't just photography projects; they're declarations of identity from students who don't always get the chance to be seen for their strengths. Your support helped them into summer break, knowing they are capable storytellers, skilled photographers, and valued members of our classroom ohana—Mahalo nui loa for believing in my students and giving them the tools to shine. \r\nWith endless appreciation","fullyFundedDate":1746786229308,"projectUrl":"project/focus-first-nourishing-the-photographer/9273576/","projectTitle":"Focus First: Nourishing the Photographers Behind the Cameras","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brauer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9372074_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742418209458","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9372074"},{"teacherId":9371662,"projectId":9156555,"letterContent":"These materials have been so great for our students to get to use in the classroom. Through the mushroom grow kits, root growth kits, and aquaculture fish tanks the students were able to learn photosynthesis in a more meaningful way. Students enjoyed these opportunities to take ownership of their learning and have daily tasks to complete to help ensure the plants grew to be healthy and strong. It was great to see students actively engaged in their learning and excited to tell their friends and family about what they were seeing and doing in our class. This would not be possible without your generous support!","fullyFundedDate":1741813730052,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-in-science/9156555/","projectTitle":"Hands-on Learning in Science","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9371662"},{"teacherId":9469117,"projectId":9162970,"letterContent":"The various resources you so generously provided us with has truly helped me to model patriotism by demonstrating respect for the flag, the Pledge of Allegiance, and the country's values. We have used the resources you provided us as a tool for discussions about the the sacrifices made by veterans and military personnel. The symbolic patriotic posters continue to inspire students to be patriotic and appreciate the sacrifices made to ensure they can live freely. We also were able to cover civic responsibilities and the importance of voting, volunteering, and participating in local government meetings. \r\n In addition to this, my students loved the variety of snacks you provided them. On a daily basis students were always asking me for snacks and it was so great to be able to share snacks with them. Lastly, we were able to keep our classroom clean, comfortable, and smelling great. We used the cleaning products and fragrances, to eliminate germs and odor. My classroom has never been so clean, and has never smelt so good. Thank you so much for donating all of the items we requested.","fullyFundedDate":1742161266273,"projectUrl":"project/improving-energy-patriotism-and-cleanl/9162970/","projectTitle":"Improving Energy, Patriotism, and Cleanliness Within the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Phillips","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9469117"},{"teacherId":9808037,"projectId":9054063,"letterContent":"A Taste of Japan Part 2 was such a success We planned for weeks and hinted at our next stop: Ramen! I never thought that I'd be cooking ramen in my non-culinary classroom. Having the correct tools, utensils, and ingredients gave my students and me the motivation to try it. \r\n\r\nThe day of the activity required a lot of arranging and even rearranging of my classroom. We created a cooking station that was to be manned by 1-2 students who would be boiling the noodles and preparing the soup bases. I saw the other students walking in with curiosity as they saw the steam from the boiling water.\r\n\r\nThe second station was a topping and condiment area. The students were able to customize their ramen to their liking. It was so interesting for me to see the students talking and eating while comparing the different soup bases and toppings. Everyone ate a minimum of 3 bowls!\r\n\r\nThank you for making this activity possible. 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