{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Waianae Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":56.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4282482,"projectId":9573028,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and continued support of our classroom. The students were thrilled to get the new supplies to help them be successful in the classroom.\r\n\r\nSpecial education students sometimes need extra support and alternative methods to help them with everyday classroom tasks. These supplies provided my students with support options that allowed them all to be successful and experience pride and accomplishment.\r\n\r\nStudents especially enjoyed the healthy snacks and engaging classroom materials that they could use to help them access the curriculum.","fullyFundedDate":1756727651884,"projectUrl":"project/starting-fresh/9573028/","projectTitle":"Starting Fresh","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Razavi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4282482_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565165196538","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4282482"},{"teacherId":4282482,"projectId":9776060,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and continued support of our classroom. The students were thrilled to get the new supplies to help them be successful in the classroom.\r\n\r\nSpecial education students sometimes need extra support and alternative methods to help them with everyday classroom tasks. These supplies provided my students with support options that allowed them all to be successful and experience pride and accomplishment.\r\n\r\nStudents especially enjoyed the healthy snacks and engaging classroom materials that they could use to help them access the curriculum.","fullyFundedDate":1759459240649,"projectUrl":"project/student-support/9776060/","projectTitle":"Student Support","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Razavi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4282482_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565165196538","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4282482"},{"teacherId":4282482,"projectId":10107735,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and continued support of our classroom. The students were thrilled to get the new supplies to help them be successful in the classroom.\r\n\r\nSpecial education students sometimes need extra support and alternative methods to help them with everyday classroom tasks. These supplies provided my students with support options that allowed them all to be successful and experience pride and accomplishment.\r\n\r\nStudents especially enjoyed the healthy snacks and engaging classroom materials that they could use to help them access the curriculum.","fullyFundedDate":1771688503788,"projectUrl":"project/treats-rewards-and-life-skills/10107735/","projectTitle":"Treats, Rewards and Life Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Razavi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4282482_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565165196538","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4282482"},{"teacherId":3685781,"projectId":10106784,"letterContent":"Through this project, we were able to host our annual A-Z countdown for the end of the school year. Students participated in several activities that were provided by this project including a glow party, bubble day, tie-dye activities, and water day. \r\n\r\nWe also held a friendly grade level competition to encourage good sportsmanship. These activities encouraged students to come to school at the end of the year and continue their learning. Without this project, we would be funding these activities on our own so we greatly appreciate it. Students shared that the Glow party was \"The Best Day Ever\".","fullyFundedDate":1771631830503,"projectUrl":"project/encouraging-daily-attendance-through-a-z/10106784/","projectTitle":"Encouraging Daily Attendance through A-Z Countdown","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Medeiros","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3685781_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1687383811134","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-hillstead"},{"teacherId":4476826,"projectId":10124203,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing our \"Time to Focus\" project to life! When the boxes arrived and my students first saw the classroom clocks and timers, their faces absolutely lit up with excitement. They couldn't believe that people they had never met cared so much about their daily learning environment. It was incredibly touching to see them so eager and proud to use their new tools.\r\n\r\nWe are already putting these resources to great use every single day. Throughout the day, students are using the clock to help improve their math skills. Just this past week, I watched teachers and students use the timers to help keep both of them on track and on task. It has truly transformed our classroom dynamics and given them the gift of uninterrupted concentration.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are excited to incorporate these tools into our upcoming math lessons and all of our rotations throughout the day. Having a calm, focused environment will be crucial as they dive deeper into their work and take on more challenging material. Your generosity has not only provided physical items, but has also empowered my students to take ownership of their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1781198163437,"projectUrl":"project/time-to-focus/10124203/","projectTitle":"Time to Focus","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pokakaa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4476826_orig.jpg?crop=914,914,x873,y162&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1718828718860","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pokakaa"},{"teacherId":8703224,"projectId":10107788,"letterContent":"Mahalo nui loa 'oukou! I, along with my haumāna, are incredibly grateful for your generosity. This project has given my students new opportunities to explore, create, investigate, and express themselves through hands-on learning.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting additions to our classroom has been our digital microscopes. My haumāna were immediately curious when they first saw them and could not wait to see what they could discover. We used them to more closely observe the natural world around us. Instead of simply looking at a leaf, flower, or other natural object, students were able to zoom in and notice details they may not have seen before. I love hearing their observations and questions as they investigate: \"What is that?\" \"Why does it look like that?\" and \"Can we look at something else?\" These moments encourage children to be curious, make predictions, share their ideas, and think like little scientists.\r\n\r\nThe crayons and markers have also become an important part of our classroom. My students use them to draw what they observe, represent their ideas, tell stories, and document their learning. Our new musical instruments and drums have brought another layer of creativity and collaboration into our classroom as students experiment with rhythm, movement, and sound together. Even our everyday supplies, such as glue sticks and soap refills, help make it possible for students to participate independently in art, sensory experiences, and daily classroom routines.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue using these resources as we explore our current studies and the world around us. We will continue observing, documenting, drawing, and discussing what we discover, with the goal of turning our children's questions and observations into deeper investigations. I am especially excited to see where their curiosity takes us next!\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping me create a classroom where young children can wonder, explore, create, and learn through their own discoveries. Your support makes a meaningful difference in our classroom, and I am so grateful that you are helping make these experiences possible for our youngest learners.","fullyFundedDate":1771687730241,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-little-learners/10107788/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Little Learners!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sunn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8703224_orig.png?crop=612,612,x54,y339&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700029982963","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8703224"},{"teacherId":10091593,"projectId":10093326,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of our classroom. Because of your donations, my students have been able to enjoy delicious, nutritious snacks throughout the school day. Many of my students come to school hungry or need a little extra fuel to make it through the day, and having these snacks available helps fill their tummies so they can focus on learning, participating, and doing their very best. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in their daily lives.\r\n\r\nYour support has also provided our classroom with much-needed cleaning supplies. These materials allow us to work together as a team to keep our classroom clean, organized, and welcoming. My students take pride in helping care for our learning space, and having the proper supplies helps us maintain a healthier environment where everyone can learn and thrive. Thank you for investing in our students and helping create a classroom where they feel cared for, supported, and ready to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1773885622095,"projectUrl":"project/snack-time-sparkle-support-our-1st-gr/10093326/","projectTitle":"Snack Time & Sparkle: Support Our 1st Grade Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10091593"},{"teacherId":2576826,"projectId":10105728,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding \"The Power of Play: Building Foundations.\" In my Pre-K classroom, play is truly the most essential work my kids do. Your generous donation brings crucial materials to us, allowing them to explore, collaborate, and build the skills they will use all their lives. Your incredible support means the world to our classroom community right here in Hawai'i. Mahalo for truly believing in early education and funding our project! My students just cannot wait to start learning!","fullyFundedDate":1771609547253,"projectUrl":"project/the-power-of-play-building-foundations/10105728/","projectTitle":"The Power of Play: Building Foundations for PreK","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. C.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2576826_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509471702409","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/csensei"},{"teacherId":7931210,"projectId":9176156,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donations—every student now has an individual cubby for backpacks and supplies. The shelves make it easier for students to reach their belongings when needed. They also save space and keep classroom walkways safer.\r\n\r\nWhen students come into class, they see their assigned cubby and take responsibility for caring for it. Having a personal cubby helps students feel valued and respected. Students are taking greater care of their items by checking their cubbies to ensure everything is stored there instead of scattered around the room, where things can easily be misplaced. As a result, we have far fewer lost items.\r\n\r\nYour donation has also made the classroom safer by creating more open walking space. Backpacks are no longer left on the floor or hung high on the wall, which was difficult given our limited wall space. Your support has truly made a positive impact on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1746786002838,"projectUrl":"project/shelves-for-backpacks/9176156/","projectTitle":"Shelves for Backpacks","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rivers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7931210"},{"teacherId":9912872,"projectId":10106296,"letterContent":"My students have been working hard towards earning snacks all 4th quarter! Thank you so much for your very generous and kind donations. My students were able to get that extra motivation needed to finish their work, have good behavior and follow directions. Aren't we all a little extra motivated by food? Well, it isn't much different for my students! After my students completed their assignments, they were able to take a break and have a snack. With your donations, they were able to pick a snack from an assortment to choose from. Then at the end of the day of they had good behavior, no problems and followed directions they were allowed to pick another snack. It truly helped so much to get us all through the year!","fullyFundedDate":1771620087061,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-needed/10106296/","projectTitle":"Snacks Needed","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moynihan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9912872_orig.jpg?crop=320,320,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749866943390","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9912872"},{"teacherId":9511141,"projectId":9776442,"letterContent":"This year, Academic IMPACT honored 100 students from across the Nanakuli-Waianae complex with certificates recognizing their growth in academics and attendance. They were celebrated in front of thousands of community members, school leaders, and agency partners. For kids who carry real weight at home, that kind of public recognition changes something on the inside. Many of you use technology every day to connect and get things done, and in our schools that same technology becomes a lifeline. When a child has a device to read at their own pace or complete an assignment, it keeps them learning even when life at home is hard. That is equity in action, and you made it possible.\r\n\r\nWhat excites our students most is not just receiving something new. It is the feeling that someone outside their classroom cared enough to invest in them. We have watched quiet students stand a little taller after being recognized. We have seen students who struggled to show up begin coming to school consistently, not just for an incentive, but because they finally felt noticed. Some of our most moving moments came from students whose families were walking through their hardest seasons and who still chose to show up and try.\r\n\r\nHere in Waianae, we talk about the ripple effect, and we watched it happen. When one student is celebrated, the other kids lean in. You can see it in their eyes. They start to believe that could be them too. That moment of possibility is exactly what Academic IMPACT is meant to create, and because of your generosity, 100 of our keiki (children) got to experience it this year. Thank you for seeing what we see in these kids. They have always been worth believing in, and now they are starting to believe it too.","fullyFundedDate":1768440132561,"projectUrl":"project/sy-2526-academic-impact-inspiring-mind/9776442/","projectTitle":"SY 25/26 Academic IMPACT (Inspiring Minds, Promoting Achievement, Celebrating Together)","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Abbi Eli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9511141_orig.jpg?crop=681,681,x194,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1713755035399","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9511141"},{"teacherId":9511141,"projectId":10081389,"letterContent":"One hundred students. One hundred moments of being seen.\r\n\r\nThis year, Academic IMPACT honored 100 students from across the Nanakuli-Waianae complex with certificates recognizing their growth in academics and attendance. These weren't just certificates. They were a public declaration, in front of thousands of community members, school leaders, and agency partners, that these students showed up, pushed through, and kept going. For kids who carry real weight at home, that kind of recognition changes something on the inside.\r\n\r\nWhat excites our students most isn't just receiving something new. It's the feeling that someone outside their classroom cared enough to invest in them. We have watched quiet students stand a little taller after being recognized. We have seen students who struggled to show up begin coming to school consistently, not just for an incentive, but because they finally felt noticed.\r\n\r\nSome of our most powerful moments came from the students you might least expect. Students whose families were walking through their hardest seasons. Students carrying things no child should have to carry, and still choosing to come to school and try. Those students stood in front of their community and showed everyone what resilience really looks like.\r\n\r\nHere in Waianae, we talk about the ripple effect, and we watched it happen. When one student is celebrated, something shifts in the room. You can see it in the eyes of the other kids. They lean in. They start to believe that could be them too. That moment of possibility is exactly what Academic IMPACT is meant to create, and your generosity made it real for 100 of our students this year.\r\n\r\nThank you for seeing what we see in these kids. 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