{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Waianae Intermediate School","outOfStateSupporters":62.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7939034,"projectId":9756020,"letterContent":"Mahalo for all the items and the karaoke machine and microphones, my eighth graders now have an incredible, dynamic way to engage with Social Studies. By integrating music into our lessons, our students aren't just memorizing facts, they are analyzing lyrics, stepping up to the microphone to practice vital public speaking skills, and presenting their own original work. \r\n\r\nThey laughted and was very scared with this new way of talking on the microphone and expressing themselves, but the experience has boosted their confidence, it has catered to different diverse learning styles, and created a fun, safe space for students to share their talents and build strong relationships with their peers.\r\n\r\n Your generosity has directly impacted our classroom and made learning truly unforgettable. Mahalo for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1765414792190,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-learning-by-integrating-music/9756020/","projectTitle":"Enhancing Learning by Integrating Music","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cabral","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7939034_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627957687359","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7939034"},{"teacherId":7939034,"projectId":10079549,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! Your support has provided our middle school students with \"Motivation Kits\" and \"Focus Tools\" for example the pencils, stickers, and slow-rising stress tool. Many were able to personalizing their water bottles and their school laptops . Your kindness is directly easing the daily challenges many of our students face.\r\n\r\nThe impact continues with our new \"Purple Chair,\" which serves as a cozy focal point for shared reading and meaningful connections, along with them wanting to be in charge by sitting on the purple chair. Thank you for creating an environment where every student feels seen, motivated, and truly excited to learn. We so appreciated everyting.","fullyFundedDate":1771634222280,"projectUrl":"project/game-on-for-learning/10079549/","projectTitle":"Game On For Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cabral","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7939034_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627957687359","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7939034"},{"teacherId":10249282,"projectId":10105207,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my Sensory Support Kits. My students were better able to self regulate themselves within various states of enotional dysregulation. Upon receiving these items my students showed extreme delight and inquiry on how they could use these sensory supports on a regular basis. \r\n\r\nMy biggest success story comes from the calming strips that were funded. My students who displayed various states of fidgeting or anxiety were able to utilize these calming strips in school as needed. While processing different situations students who were given a calming strip were observed to utilize them on a regular basis which created a more tranquil environment for both me and the student. I even had a student advocate for themselves by explaining how they would benefit from having an additional calming strip to take home. \r\n\r\nIn the future, I would like to create a larger scale of these sensory kits for my students. By creating more kits I will be able to provide more students with Sensory Supports that they can use on a regular basis in and out of school. Without your support I would not have been able to reach my students on this level. Thank you again for supporting my students.","fullyFundedDate":1771559646739,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-support-kits/10105207/","projectTitle":"Sensory Support Kits","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Palea","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10249282"},{"teacherId":8826602,"projectId":10105983,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my project! My students had so much fun learning how to make balloon towers and a balloon arch. They were able to use these skills to decorate for our school's Career Day event as well as their 8th Grade Luau. They also designed and made keychains and gave it out as favors for the students attending the luau. These activities really brought their excitement to class each day.\r\n\r\nWe are at the end of the school year so keeping students engaged these last few weeks is always a challenge. Fortunately, this project kept them excited about coming to school and finishing the year strong. It also gave them a sense of pride to be able to see their creations brought to life and enjoyed by their fellow students as well as our staff. \r\n\r\nI am blown away by the transformation my students are making this year because of kind donors like yourself. Thank you again for your generosity and for believing and investing in my students.","fullyFundedDate":1771641448751,"projectUrl":"project/think-plan-execute/10105983/","projectTitle":"Think. Plan. Execute.","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Higuchi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8826602_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y81&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667359148299","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8826602"},{"teacherId":3250869,"projectId":10110732,"letterContent":"Mahalo nui loa for your donation. The STEM building toys and suction construction toys encouraged creativity, teamwork, and engineering thinking as students designed structures and experimented with new ideas together. The art trays and classroom storage baskets helped us organize materials and create smoother, more engaging learning stations. Students are now able to work more independently and responsibly while participating in art, STEM, and collaborative projects. The donated snacks provided comfort and encouragement to homeless students throughout the day. These small acts of care make a difference in helping students feel supported and valued.","fullyFundedDate":1771790199319,"projectUrl":"project/stem-activities-and-positive-incentives/10110732/","projectTitle":"STEM Activities and Positive Incentives","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Oana","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3250869_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1472154219113","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/b-russo"},{"teacherId":10089121,"projectId":9703248,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for my new resources. My students have enjoyed the new manipulative and decorations for my classroom. The lights and seat cushions have provided a lot of comfort for my students. We have used the manipulatives in many small groups, and it has helped my students better grasp the tough mathematical concepts they are learning. \r\n\r\nAgain, thank you so much for your donations. Your generosity is much appreciated by a new teacher like myself. I am excited for the impact these resources will have on my students for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1757811664081,"projectUrl":"project/ms-bongats-comforting-classroom/9703248/","projectTitle":"Ms. Bongat's Comforting Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bongat","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10089121_orig.jpg?crop=1251,1251,x0,y400&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1779832082521","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10089121"},{"teacherId":10326147,"projectId":9851343,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to resources that will make a meaningful difference in their learning every day. \r\n\r\nYour contribution helps cream a more engaging, inclusive, and inspiring environment where students can explore, grow, and build confidence. Many of my students face challenges that make access to these materials difficult, and your support helps bridge that gap in a powerful way.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your belief in our students and in the importance of education. Your generosity is already making a positive impact, and we will think of you each time we use these new materials.\r\n\r\nP.S - My students already ate all the snacks and definitely enjoyed each and every one.","fullyFundedDate":1769191987257,"projectUrl":"project/snack-attack-feeding-minds-tummies/9851343/","projectTitle":"Snack Attack: Feeding Minds & Tummies!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lehua","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10326147"},{"teacherId":381725,"projectId":10170376,"letterContent":"Weʻre very excited to have a hose without holes and hose reel that works. Our bionic steel garden hose should last a very long time and hopefully wonʻt need to be replaced for a while. The hose reel was attached to an older hose so we can wheel it out and water deep into our very large garden. \r\n\r\nTodayʻs garden day was a success thanks to your generosity. The garden was overflowing with water and the students were very excited that we have new tools. We will continue to work in the garden and Tuesdays and Thursdays thanks to you kindness. Mahalo nui loa.","fullyFundedDate":1775638670558,"projectUrl":"project/the-guardians-of-the-garden/10170376/","projectTitle":"The Guardians of the Garden","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. DeMarco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp381725_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1462522343168","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-demarco"},{"teacherId":7937525,"projectId":10108895,"letterContent":"Thank you for your continued generosity in providing my students with bookshelves to organize our puzzles and games. This is has been a huge help in making sure that our area is clean and in order. Students are able to practice time management to ensure they put away items away in a manner that allows them easy access in the future.\r\n\r\nThe students were so excited when the boxes arrived. They couldn't believe it came in so fast. They helped assemble the shelves and took ownership by helping to read the instructions and organizing all the pieces. This was an amazing learning experience for them.","fullyFundedDate":1771769422304,"projectUrl":"project/getting-books-in-a-row/10108895/","projectTitle":"Getting Books in a Row","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Teves","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7937525"},{"teacherId":10412174,"projectId":10106495,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom. Your generosity reaches far beyond supplies—it directly strengthens the daily experiences of my middle schoolers, who rely on our room as their safe and steady \"home base.\"\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students will have laminated visual schedules and choice boards that help them feel grounded and confident throughout the day. They will have healthy snacks to fuel their learning and cleaning supplies to keep our shared space safe. And they will have sidewalk chalk to express themselves, build social skills, and enjoy sensory breaks outdoors.\r\n\r\nYour donation provides structure, comfort, and joy—three things my students need every single day. I am deeply grateful for your kindness and belief in their potential.","fullyFundedDate":1771623943315,"projectUrl":"project/success-is-visual-healthy-and-fun/10106495/","projectTitle":"Success is Visual, Healthy and Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10412174"},{"teacherId":7107338,"projectId":10106067,"letterContent":"Your generosity has brought a new dimension of learning into our classroom—quite literally! Since the arrival of our 3D printer and filaments, the atmosphere in our classroom has shifted from theoretical to hands-on. This technology is helping my students bridge the gap between abstract concepts and physical reality; they are no longer just looking at 2D diagrams of geometric shapes or engineering models on a screen. Instead, they are mastering Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and watching their own digital blueprints materialize into tangible objects. The most exciting part for them is undoubtedly the \"failed\" prints—which sounds counterintuitive, but it has taught them that persistence and troubleshooting are just as much a part of the creative process as the final product.\r\n\r\nThe impact has been particularly profound for a few students who previously struggled to stay engaged with traditional lessons. One student in particular, who often is not engaged, has completely transformed into a classroom leader. They have developed a natural knack for leveling the print bed and optimizing the software settings. Seeing their confidence soar as they hold a physical object they created from scratch is a testament to the power of having the right tools. Thank you for investing in our students' futures and for proving to them that their ideas have the power to take shape.","fullyFundedDate":1771631350664,"projectUrl":"project/3d-printing-newbies/10106067/","projectTitle":"3D Printing Newbies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lau","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7107338"},{"teacherId":8820646,"projectId":10107027,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nMy heart is full as I share the incredible impact your generosity has had on our classroom. When the boxes arrived and I revealed the new games, snacks, and lamps, the atmosphere shifted instantly. My students' eyes lit up with pure joy—they were especially thrilled by the snacks and the cozy glow of the new lamps. One student remarked that our room finally felt \"like a real home\" instead of a cold hallway. Replacing our harsh fluorescent lights with soft lamp light has created a calm, focused sanctuary where my students feel safe and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nWe are already putting these resources to great use during our \"Community Connection\" hour. Just yesterday, I watched a group of students who rarely speak to one another bond over a strategy game while sharing a healthy snack. It was a beautiful moment of teamwork and communication that wouldn't have been possible without these tools. These games are teaching them how to resolve conflicts, take turns, and support their peers, while the snacks ensure that no student is trying to learn on an empty stomach.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, our next step is to integrate these team-building skills into our upcoming historical simulations. We are currently studying the 1800s, and students will be working in \"family units\" to navigate the challenges of the Industrial Revolution. Because they have spent time bonding through the games you provided, they are now much better equipped to collaborate on these complex projects. Thank you for giving my students the fuel, the light, and the play they need to become a true community of learners.","fullyFundedDate":1771705288657,"projectUrl":"project/bites-and-bonds-a-team-building-adventu/10107027/","projectTitle":"Bites and Bonds: A Team-Building Adventure","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Pierce","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8820646_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667002755585","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8820646"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50814","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":745,"numTeachers":61,"percentFrplEligible":74,"percentAsian":7,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":27,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":48,"percentMultiracialImputed":13,"gradesServed":"7 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"12.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":37.3,"schoolId":50814,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Waianae Intermediate School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Waianae Intermediate School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/leeward-oahu-school-district/waianae-intermediate-school/50814"}