{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Waianae High School","outOfStateSupporters":51.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8832645,"projectId":9329572,"letterContent":"This thank you is long overdue, and I hope you will accept my sincere apologies for the delay.\r\n\r\nThese books have been used by Spanish 2 students to introduce Mexican customs surrounding Dia de los Muertos and to help them picture the geography and cultures of Ecuador. Students were able to choose which book they thought would be most engaging to them, and I was amazed by how well they were able to talk about the novelas in Spanish (describing the main characters, main plot points, conflict, setting, etc). They were also able to read individually or with a small group or partner. This type of differentiation and student choice made the reading process much more successful.\r\n\r\nI can't wait to use the books again this year with my Spanish 2 and 3 students and to continue growing my Spanish novela library.","fullyFundedDate":1746787276240,"projectUrl":"project/opening-worlds-with-class-novels-in-span/9329572/","projectTitle":"Opening Worlds with Class Novels in Spanish","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Posada","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8832645_orig.png?crop=531,531,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691097710912","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/christie-posada"},{"teacherId":1970536,"projectId":9303340,"letterContent":"When the supplies for making Genki Balls arrived—the EM-1 (Effective Microorganisms), rice bran, molasses, soil, and mixing gear—my students were absolutely thrilled! Their eyes lit up when they realized we were going to get our hands dirty for a real environmental mission. Many of them had heard about using \"mud balls\" to clean local waterways, and knowing that they were now the scientists responsible for making them brought an immediate wave of excitement and pride to our room.\r\n\r\nWe integrated this hands-on environmental project directly into our Community-Based Instruction (CBI) curriculum, bridging science, team collaboration, and community stewardship (mālama ʻāina). A standout moment was during our first mixing day: watching students measure ingredients, knead the clay-like mud mixtures, and roll them into perfect Genki Balls. One of my students, who often struggles with fine-motor tasks and teamwork, took complete ownership of the shaping process, carefully helping classmates roll their mud balls and placing them on trays to ferment. Seeing everyone work side-by-side with genuine enthusiasm was unforgettable.\r\n\r\nNow that our Genki Balls are set to ferment and develop the beneficial white mold, our next steps are where the real impact happens. Students will monitor the fermentation process, record observations in their science journals, and prepare for our community throw event. We will take a field trip to a local canal or stream to throw our Genki Balls into the water, where they will settle into the sludge, digest pollutants, and restore health to our ecosystem.\r\n\r\nYour generosity didn't just buy supplies—it gave my students a hands-on lesson in environmental science, community action, and the confidence that they can make a lasting difference in the place they call home!","fullyFundedDate":1753035730707,"projectUrl":"project/genki-balls/9303340/","projectTitle":"Genki Balls","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Todd Cambonga","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1970536_orig.jpg?crop=1200,1200,x0,y400&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756924727801","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-todd-cambonga-waianaehighschool"},{"teacherId":10529198,"projectId":10334740,"letterContent":"Mahalo nui loa for funding physical copies of Romeo and Juliet and supplies for interactive notebooks for my 9th grade Resource ELA students. Your generosity has touched my students hearts as they learned how each of you played a role in their opportunity to have the resources they have today in class.\r\n\r\nMy students all receive special education supports and services, and as a direct result of your support, they are able to take ownership of their learning and they have a tangible means to interact with their learning everyday. While my students haven't started reading Romeo and Juliet yet, they utilize their interactive notebooks daily to build their skills in vocabulary and literary elements/devices and breaking down shorter texts through annotating and character mapping. \r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students are building the confidence and tools necessary to improve their overall literacy and prepare them to tackle Shakespeare in the future. Mahalo nui for believing in them and investing in their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1781573601257,"projectUrl":"project/interactive-notebooks-novels-a-recipe/10334740/","projectTitle":"Interactive Notebooks & Novels: A Recipe for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Niles-Dancy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10529198_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1781224253009","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10529198"},{"teacherId":9346260,"projectId":8828060,"letterContent":"Mahalo for helping make my classroom a more welcoming, comfortable, and engaging place for my multilingual learners. The diverse books gave students opportunities to see their cultures and experiences represented while discovering new perspectives. The camera helped us capture classroom memories and student work, while the snacks provided a much-needed boost for students who sometimes arrive hungry. The fan made our warm classroom far more comfortable, and the organizers helped keep books and materials accessible.\r\n\r\nThe sensory tools and emotions chart have been especially valuable as they now have healthier ways to keep their hands occupied, calm themselves, identify their feelings, and refocus their minds on learning. Every item has helped my students feel cared for and ready to participate. Thank you for investing in them and showing them that people beyond our classroom believe in their success.","fullyFundedDate":1729214268920,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-ell-students/8828060/","projectTitle":"Empowering ELL Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9346260_orig.jpg?crop=576,576,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727312617800","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9346260"},{"teacherId":9469136,"projectId":10103271,"letterContent":"Mahalo nui (thank you very much) for supporting my students and funding this project. When I first announced to my students that I would be creating a project to try to get them prizes to reward them for their hard work and perseverance in Algebra 1, they were skeptical. Once the boxes of snacks for my \"smart cookie\" students started coming in, they were absolutely thrilled and shocked. Many of the students could not believe that there were people kind enough to fund a project dedicated to them. The students helped me open every box and organize the rewards neatly. They also helped me create goodie bags to be used for our \"student of the week\" prizes. We also organized a separate section of the snacks to reward positive behavior and effort in our educational games. \r\n\r\nWhen the highlighters were delivered, the students wanted to use them immediately. I watched with pride and gratitude as my students began highlighting their notes and sharing the new highlighters with their classmates. Many of the students expressed that the highlighters helped them be organized and study better. Many of the students were also proud of themselves for creating colorful, organized notes and stated that it was the reason why they were starting to score higher on assessments. \r\n\r\nAs I share this brief letter after the current school year has just ended, I want you to know that you generosity was greatly appreciated by me and my students. Looking at next year, I hope to continue assigning a \"student of the week\" or start assigning \"students of the quarter\" for each class. I also intend to use the remaining highlighters during the upcoming school year to assist my incoming students with their notes and studying. I cannot express enough how much my students and I truly appreciate you for funding this project and supporting my students.","fullyFundedDate":1771595116830,"projectUrl":"project/a-cookie-a-day-keeps-these-smarties-at-b/10103271/","projectTitle":"A Cookie A Day Keeps These Smarties At Bay!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Montoya","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9469136"},{"teacherId":7938291,"projectId":10109276,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating supplies to my under privileged classroom. I ordered many snacks since my students usually don't eat all day. They were able to come to me when they needed a quick pick me up and I was able to build stronger relationships because of that. I also met so many more students. \r\n\r\nI also was ecstatic to get my high top table. I teach around the room but sometimes I need my laptop in the front and I usually place my laptop on one of my student's desks but this made it so much better.","fullyFundedDate":1771719373022,"projectUrl":"project/sel-motivation-in-health-class/10109276/","projectTitle":"SEL Motivation in Health Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Horrell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7938291_orig.jpg?crop=2478,2478,x0,y875&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627980256096","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7938291"},{"teacherId":9680124,"projectId":10108646,"letterContent":"With the business of the ending of the school year we hope this letter finds you well, my apologies for the delay. Our classroom has been truly enriched by your generosity with providing the materials to create a space and encourage creativity. My students are able to make great gains as self directed leaners, effective communicator, quality producers and community contributors within the learning environment. Also, they inspire others including their peers to pursue their passion for learning new skills and focus.\r\n\r\nAs we embark on a new school year, I am excited to continue use this creative space to help students have a growth mindset and grow their skills and all academic areas. Also, the potential in helping students to strive towards academic excellence. \r\n\r\nWe appreciate all the support.","fullyFundedDate":1771709242447,"projectUrl":"project/inspire-creativity/10108646/","projectTitle":"Inspire Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kalama","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9680124_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771664694140","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-kalama"},{"teacherId":10438153,"projectId":10107117,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing the snacks that were used to help motivate students to put forth their best effort. The students were excited and relieved to have access to these resources, which oftentimes helped them finish the school day strong. For many of our students, having that extra boost of energy made a tangible difference in their ability to stay focused during those final, critical periods of instruction.\r\n\r\nBeyond just the physical nourishment, these snacks served as a powerful incentive and a reminder that their hard work is recognized. It was wonderful to see their faces light up when they realized they had that extra support available, creating a more positive and productive classroom environment.\r\n\r\nIt is my hope that we can continue to provide these small but impactful resources. Ensuring our students' basic needs are met allows them to shift their full attention toward their academic goals, helping them feel empowered to cross the finish line of the school year successfully.","fullyFundedDate":1771687381089,"projectUrl":"project/the-hunger-gains/10107117/","projectTitle":"The Hunger Gains","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Burgess","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10438153"},{"teacherId":7932963,"projectId":10103882,"letterContent":"The impact of your generosity was our priviledge to witness. We saw joy, recommitment, healthy competition, and shock and awe of our awardees. The incentives provided for the program have students talking about future goals and commitments to their education and performance. We are excited to continue working with the students and encouraging them to always put their best foot forward. \r\nSome gifts that were well received were the backpacks and reusable water flasks. Students walk around campus, personalize their new belongings, and take the opportunity to show the result of their efforts. We have many students asking how they can be better for next year to get something like what they see the winners showing off. Thank you again for being apart of our program and the initiatives we are implementing within it.","fullyFundedDate":1771450489680,"projectUrl":"project/seariders-wida-best/10103882/","projectTitle":"Seariders WIDA Best","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hurt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7932963_orig.png?crop=520,520,x204,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760400099112","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7932963"},{"teacherId":9343133,"projectId":10104094,"letterContent":"Maintaining instruments is a necessary, yet often overlooked part of music education. While these items are small and inexpensive, the frequent use causes these materials to be temporary, thus adding up in expense quickly. The items only get more expensive when they are higher quality. We believe all students deserve a high quality music education experience, which is why the donations of clarinet and saxophone reeds, cork grease, and valve oil are highly valued and appreciated.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, flip folders and rhythm sticks were donated, of which we are very grateful. The flip folders will allow for more students to be able to participate in marching band and have quality equipment by which to read their music. Making sure all students have access to reading music is paramount for the success of the ensemble. The rhythm sticks will allow for non-band students to have an easier time interacting with music. Body percussion is fine, but the coordination and specification that comes from being able to control two instruments to make sounds is highly valuable for a student learning how to interact with music.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your support of the Waianae High School music program!","fullyFundedDate":1771481043163,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-the-advancement-of-music/10104094/","projectTitle":"Supplies for the Advancement of Music","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hammond","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9343133_orig.png?crop=1929,1929,x0,y159&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771439830779","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrjhammond"},{"teacherId":5284723,"projectId":10107649,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom library project. Your generosity has provided my high school special education students with access to engaging books that match their diverse reading levels and interests. These new texts have introduced important literacy skills such as identifying main ideas, making predictions, answering comprehension questions, and using context clues to better understand what they read. Students are also practicing reading strategies that promote academic conversations and strengthen reading comprehension skills.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is interactive and student-centered. Students participate in independent reading, partner reading, small-group instruction, and classroom discussions using books that are accessible and meaningful to them. Having a wider variety of leveled texts has increased student participation and confidence during reading activities. Many students who were previously hesitant readers are now excited to select books on their own and engage in conversations about what they are reading.\r\n\r\nSince receiving these books, students have shown growth in both their reading comprehension and classroom engagement. Several students have improved their reading scores and are demonstrating stronger communication and critical thinking skills during lessons. Your support is helping create a positive learning environment where all students can experience success as readers. Thank you for investing in our students and their future.","fullyFundedDate":1771658656810,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-every-reader/10107649/","projectTitle":"Books for Every Reader","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zepeda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5284723_orig.jpg?crop=1771,1771,x0,y94&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759177072729","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5284723"},{"teacherId":10351392,"projectId":9897455,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your help in getting our classroom ready for the upcoming summer HEAT! With the school year winding down and break just around the corner, the timing could not have been better. The students have really noticed and appreciated the extra effort. It's made such a difference in how comfortable and focused everyone feels during these final, tiring weeks. I know it's easy for small classroom improvements to go unnoticed, but I wanted you to know how much of a positive impact it's had... It truly was much needed, and we are so incredibly grateful~~","fullyFundedDate":1763270564149,"projectUrl":"project/learning-in-a-cooler-classroom/9897455/","projectTitle":"Learning in a Cooler Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Oshiro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10351392"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50813","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1489,"numTeachers":124,"percentFrplEligible":62,"percentAsian":7,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":26,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":48,"percentMultiracialImputed":14,"gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"12.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":48.9,"schoolId":50813,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Waianae High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Waianae High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/leeward-oahu-school-district/waianae-high-school/50813"}