{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Waikiki Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":27.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7937080,"projectId":9565980,"letterContent":"We kept it groovin' through games and our focus on wellness to kick off the new scholastic year. The impact made from the generous contributions shared by gracious donors who aided our department in constructing new storage units to keep our physical education equipment and supplies safe from outdoor elements.\r\n\r\nThe two new sheds and deck flooring were very resourceful in providing additional organizational space for equipment, which had been limited for some time throughout our campus. Our sports equipment is now being properly shelved, and it provides me with easy access to retrieve and gather what is necessary for lessons.\r\n\r\nStudents love the new Granny Pants game as they can put on these rather large pants and toss inflated balls into the pants and then scurry to the finish line. There has been much humor and joy observed with this new silly equipment through our focused physical activities. \r\n\r\nOur Keiki strive confidently ahead with enthusiasm and aspirations through your generous contribution and the growth of our physical education program. We make the impossible...possible with our \"can-do\" attitude for success.","fullyFundedDate":1755744986070,"projectUrl":"project/we-get-groovin-for-games-and-wellness/9565980/","projectTitle":"We Get Groovin' for Games and Wellness!","teacherDisplayName":"Coach John Holaday","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7937080_orig.jpg?crop=1455,1456,x0,y135&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627896484223","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7937080"},{"teacherId":8974812,"projectId":9578109,"letterContent":"Our privacy cube has been a game changer! The kids have been learning what they can use the cube for - to work on quiet activities or for when they need a break. In the photos, you can see one of our students has chosen the privacy cube as his preferred space to do his iPad learning task. \r\n\r\nOne thing I've noticed since we've gotten the privacy cube is that kids are becoming more successful with taking a break in this space before their emotions get too overwhelming. It's heartwarming to see students using essential coping strategies with such independence. \r\n\r\nMahalo wonderful donors!","fullyFundedDate":1756431686449,"projectUrl":"project/privacy-cube-for-our-self-contained-spec/9578109/","projectTitle":"Privacy Cube for Our Self-contained Special Education Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8974812_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1677749373774","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8974812"},{"teacherId":9657652,"projectId":9775664,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has been transformed into a calmer, more joyful place to learn. The new books and calming stuffed animals have made a remarkable difference in how my students experience reading each day.\r\n\r\nMany of our donors love to read (we do, too!), but may not always see the behind-the-scenes work that goes into helping young readers grow. With the addition of these new texts, students are practicing important skills such as identifying story elements, making predictions, expanding vocabulary, and building reading stamina. Several of the books also lend themselves beautifully to social-emotional lessons—like recognizing feelings, understanding empathy, and connecting with characters—which has been especially impactful when paired with the calming stuffed animals.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading time has become a peaceful, inviting ritual. Students choose a cozy spot, often with a stuffed animal by their side, and dive into their books with a level of focus and comfort I hadn't seen before. The stuffed animals have helped create a sense of emotional safety, allowing students to settle in more quickly and engage more deeply with their reading.\r\n\r\nSome students who once struggled to stay focused during independent reading are now among the most enthusiastic participants. One student in particular, who often felt anxious during quiet work time, now begins reading by hugging a stuffed animal and proudly shares what they've discovered in their book. Another student who had difficulty choosing books now eagerly explores the new titles, excited to find stories that match their interests.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has done more than provide classroom materials—it has given my students tools for confidence, calm, and curiosity. Thank you for helping us create a reading environment where every child feels supported, inspired, and eager to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1759447281742,"projectUrl":"project/snuggles-stories-support/9775664/","projectTitle":"Snuggles, Stories & Support","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maya Hu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-hu"},{"teacherId":9657652,"projectId":9717513,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has been energized by the addition of new math games and workbooks. We've already begun using them during our math centers and small-group instruction, and the students are engaging with the materials in a way that makes learning feel both purposeful and fun. The games give them a chance to practice skills through play, while the workbooks allow them to build independence and confidence as they work through problems at their own pace.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new materials, they were incredibly excited. Many of them immediately wanted to try the games, and the workbooks sparked a sense of ownership—students loved having resources that felt \"just for them.\" Their enthusiasm has truly shifted the atmosphere in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThese math resources will continue to support us as we move into upcoming lessons. Students are beginning to use the games to reinforce new skills, and the workbooks will help guide them through our next units with more structure and clarity. With your support, they have the tools they need to grow, practice, and challenge themselves in new ways.\r\n\r\nThank you for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom. Your generosity has directly enriched my students' learning and opened the door to more engaging and effective math experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1758144029640,"projectUrl":"project/math-is-fun/9717513/","projectTitle":"Math Is Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maya Hu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-hu"},{"teacherId":9657652,"projectId":9354378,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom now has a fully stocked math manipulative library—and the impact has been immediate. We've already begun using the new resources during our hands-on math lessons, and students are engaging with the materials in meaningful, interactive ways. Being able to explore math concepts with concrete tools has helped many of them feel more confident and excited about learning.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new materials, their faces lit up. They were eager to dive in, and their enthusiasm filled the room. For many of them, having something tangible to work with made the learning experience feel more accessible and fun.\r\n\r\nThese manipulatives will continue to support us as we move forward with new units and classroom projects. Students are already showing greater curiosity and motivation, and I'm excited to incorporate these tools into upcoming lessons that build deeper understanding.\r\n\r\nYour contribution didn't just provide materials—it opened the door to richer, more engaging learning experiences. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1757516145891,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-math-building-a-love-for-learn/9354378/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Math: Building a Love for Learning Through Manipulatives","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maya Hu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-hu"},{"teacherId":8353979,"projectId":9772883,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to my classroom. From your donations, my classroom was able to get some books for our classroom, organizational supplies such as baskets, flexible seating in the form of stools and lots and lots of expo pens. My students are enjoying their stools which allow them to more easily collaborate with each other during our lessons and independent activities.\r\nThe expo pens that were provided give us the opportunity to practice visual thinking in their learning. Moveable whiteboards on our walls let students work together and the expos make learning collaborative and engaging.","fullyFundedDate":1759199056777,"projectUrl":"project/make-learning-fun/9772883/","projectTitle":"Make Learning Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hashimoto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8353979"},{"teacherId":2517782,"projectId":9785699,"letterContent":"My students and I love our new Connect 4 resources. It has been a hit not only in our class, but the other first grade classes as well. My class uses it during center time. I also leave a set outside for the other classes to use during recess time. There's always a long line for Connect 4!\r\n\r\nWhen I first showed the class the new center, they were so excited. They know the game well but a giant version was a lot more exciting. They kept asking when this center was going to be open. I wanted to go over rules, expectations, and maintenance before opening it up. Once it was open, it was a hit!\r\n\r\nMy next steps is to continue to leave it as an option for my class and all the other first grade classes to use. I only have one set open, but would like to open another one. The other grades has also asked to use it, so that would be a next step as well. I would like to talk to the 2nd grade teachers to over rules and expectations.","fullyFundedDate":1759627507262,"projectUrl":"project/have-a-winning-connection/9785699/","projectTitle":"Have a Winning Connection!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ragasa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2517782_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1556654441269","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-ragasa"},{"teacherId":2389366,"projectId":9774984,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to my classroom. The supplies will help me create meaningful learning experiences for my children. We really needed the pencil sharpeners in class. Ours broke recently and we have been without one. The cleaning supplies will help us stay healthy and safe. \r\n\r\nAll supplies will be used for the children. They love the engineering aspect of the marble run. It is one of their favorite games during centers. Many of the pieces of our existing game have been broken. We love to grow things in our garden outside the classroom. We look forward to beautiful sunflowers so we can watch the life cycle. \r\n\r\nI am touched by your generosity to help classrooms in Hawaii. Your donations truly help teachers like me create an exciting learning environment for our keiki.","fullyFundedDate":1759433656270,"projectUrl":"project/we-need-supplies/9774984/","projectTitle":"We Need Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tam","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2389366_orig.jpg?crop=1597,1597,x0,y154&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1646412273283","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2389366"},{"teacherId":5920387,"projectId":9774932,"letterContent":"We are beyond excited to have received all of our learning materials! The apple tv helps our connectivity issues immensely! We can now enjoy educational videos without interruptions and dropped signals! Our new personal whiteboards are super helpful when we are practicing our math fluency. We love our cushions for comfortable seating during philosophy 4 kids and cooperative group work. Our new books will help us to learn about, identify, and define different Habits of Mind. Your generosity has made a huge impact on our classroom and environment. MAHALO!","fullyFundedDate":1759462785847,"projectUrl":"project/mindful-learners/9774932/","projectTitle":"Mindful Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lau","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5920387_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1539064977701","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mindfulb9"},{"teacherId":8389288,"projectId":9763671,"letterContent":"Thank you for your contribution to our classroom and for helping us to create a calmer environment for learning. These supplies also allowed each student to have access to a chapter book that I did not have enough copies of. Thank you for providing the resources for us to make learning possible and fun! I spent time during our break to redo bulletin boards and can't wait to see the looks on their faces when they see the classroom when they return to school! Thank you again for your dedication to public education and generous donation to help our class!","fullyFundedDate":1759498588308,"projectUrl":"project/cool-and-calm/9763671/","projectTitle":"Cool and Calm","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Yasuda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8389288"},{"teacherId":5920387,"projectId":6325272,"letterContent":"A huge mahalo for supporting our classroom library. With these books the children are able to connect with and define our Mindful Habits. We read, discuss, answer reading comprehension questions and then co-construct criteria about our monthly mindful focus. With these books children are able to define and see how the habits of mind can be used in any and all situations. The Habits of Mind are the foundation for our Mindful Waikiki School and part of what makes our school such a wonderful, happy, and successful school. Your support is greatly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1649238662655,"projectUrl":"project/mindful-stories-to-support-mindful-learn/6325272/","projectTitle":"Mindful Stories to Support Mindful Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lau","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5920387_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1539064977701","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mindfulb9"},{"teacherId":9657652,"projectId":9155159,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! The reading and writing workbooks you helped provide have already made a meaningful impact on my students' learning.\r\n\r\nWhen the workbooks arrived, my students were so excited—they could hardly believe they each had their own books to work in! Many of them hugged the workbooks and immediately started flipping through the pages, eager to get started. For some of my students, this was the very first time they had personal learning materials that weren't just photocopies or shared resources.\r\n\r\nWe're now using the workbooks daily during our literacy block. One of the most powerful moments so far came during a writing assignment on personal narratives. Using the workbook's guided structure, one student who typically struggles with writing was able to organize their thoughts clearly and confidently write a full paragraph for the first time this year. They proudly read it aloud to the class—and the whole room cheered!\r\n\r\nThese resources have boosted not only skills, but also confidence and independence. Right now, we're working on a unit focused on storytelling and descriptive writing. The next step for my students is to take the tools and techniques they've been practicing in the workbooks and apply them to writing their own short stories, which we plan to publish into a class book.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, my students are more engaged, motivated, and better equipped to grow as readers and writers. Your support has truly opened up new possibilities for them—and we are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1746787205016,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-hands-on-learning-and-organiz/9155159/","projectTitle":"Supporting Hands-On Learning and Organization with Essential Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maya Hu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-hu"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50876","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":553,"numTeachers":32,"percentFrplEligible":20,"percentAsian":37,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":16,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":8,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"17.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":73.0,"schoolId":50876,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Waikiki Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Waikiki Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/honolulu-school-district/waikiki-elementary-school/50876"}