{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Waikoloa Elementary & Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":42.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8820181,"projectId":9806526,"letterContent":"Our new laminating pouches and printer ink refills have made a huge difference in our classroom! I've been able to print vibrant anchor charts, reading passages, math task cards, and project materials without worrying about running out of ink. One special moment was during our Hawaii history project—students created informational posters, and I printed their final drafts in color before laminating them for display. When they saw their work preserved and showcased professionally, they were beaming with pride. They kept saying, \"It looks like a real museum!\" The laminator has also allowed us to create reusable math game boards and vocabulary cards, which we now use during centers.\r\n\r\nBecause of these materials, our classroom feels more polished, organized, and interactive. Donors got a small glimpse of our daily learning, but what they may not see is how often we reuse these laminated resources for review, intervention, and enrichment. Students love using dry-erase markers on the reusable sheets, especially during test prep and collaborative problem-solving. Next, we'll be creating laminated reference tools for our fractions and geometry unit, along with student-designed study guides. Your generosity is helping my fourth graders see their work as meaningful and lasting, and it's empowering them to take pride in their learning every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1761152464382,"projectUrl":"project/more-time-less-stress/9806526/","projectTitle":"More Time, Less Stress","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McAuliffe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8820181"},{"teacherId":8820181,"projectId":9774283,"letterContent":"My students have absolutely loved using our new flexible seating chairs, colorful paper, and learning clock! The flexible seating has completely transformed the way we work—students are more focused and collaborative during small group instruction, especially in reading and math centers. One moment that really stood out was during a recent fractions lesson when students chose their seats, grabbed colored paper, and created fraction models and equivalent fraction foldables. The engagement was incredible! They were excited to spread out, compare their models with classmates, and explain their thinking. When they first saw the new chairs and bright stacks of paper, they gasped and immediately asked, \"Do we get to use these today?\" The learning clock has also been a hit with students building their confidence in being able to read clocks and being less dependent on technology.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our classroom feels more welcoming, hands-on, and student-centered. The colored paper has been used for publishing final drafts, creating vocabulary flashcards, and designing science diagrams, which has given students a sense of pride in their work. Your support has truly empowered my fourth graders to take ownership of their learning, and we are so grateful for the opportunity to grow in such an engaging environment!","fullyFundedDate":1759376184268,"projectUrl":"project/color-and-comfort/9774283/","projectTitle":"Color and Comfort","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McAuliffe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8820181"},{"teacherId":9342017,"projectId":9785695,"letterContent":"Mahalo for supporting \"Snacks for Success.\" It is often said that you can't teach a hungry child, but seeing the immediate change in my classroom the past month has brought that sentiment to life. Because of your generosity, my students no longer have to push through the \"afternoon slump\" with empty stomachs; they now have the fuel they need to keep their brains engaged and their spirits high.\r\n\r\nAs we move into the second semester, our next steps involve a deep dive into science research projects and presentations. This is a multi-week assignment that requires students to synthesize information from various sources, create visual presentations, and practice public speaking. It is some of the most challenging work they will do all year.\r\n\r\nWith our pantry full, I am confident that my students will have the endurance to meet these high expectations. We are no longer just \"getting through\" the day; we are thriving. We are planning to share these presentations with elementary classes. \r\n\r\nThank you for being a partners in this education. You haven't just provided snacks; you have provided the foundation for success, showing my students that their community is invested in their health and their brilliance.","fullyFundedDate":1759627444007,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-success/9785695/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Valceschini","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9342017_orig.jpg?crop=2231,2231,x0,y252&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719356965078","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9342017"},{"teacherId":10232090,"projectId":9774071,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for all of the goodies that you donated to my classroom. My students absolutely loved the colorful stools that they are able to use as flexible seating in the classroom. The students are also so thankful for the whiteboard markers because we use those every single day in our class. The students take amazing care of the flexible seating, and love being able to grab a stool whenever they need to sit somewhere different than their regular seat. The students were so excited when I was unboxing the stools! They loved that each chair is a different color, and they love being able to choose what color they want to use. I have one student who uses the stools to let his classmates know what his mood is. He has assigned each a color to a different mood.","fullyFundedDate":1759376670995,"projectUrl":"project/art-multiplication-and-flexible-seatin/9774071/","projectTitle":"Art, Multiplication, and Flexible Seating...OH MY!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Meyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10232090"},{"teacherId":10232090,"projectId":9701817,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for all of the support you have given to my classroom. The books that you have given my students have been so helpful with my students and relieving their stress after a long and stressful day of testing. The students love having a creative way to decompress after a long day and they love being able to incorporating art into their daily work day. Being able to use art in the classroom has also been beneficial for me as the teacher because I get to see the students in a way that I don't normally get to see them. We love to take our books outside and work under the trees on our campus. The students get to learn a different environment outside of the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1757768011002,"projectUrl":"project/creative-stress-release-with-art/9701817/","projectTitle":"Creative Stress Release With Art","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Meyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10232090"},{"teacherId":7712681,"projectId":9772949,"letterContent":"A huge thank you for the generous gift! Kindergarten, first and second grade students now have additional materials that they can use to learn about coding! The bees provide students with hands on materials that teach students coding in a different format. The materials purchased are interactive and fun! Students can just use the bees as is. Additionally, students are able to use problem solving skills to create mazes and include obstacles for the bee to maneuver around. These resources are a great way to get students engaged in coding. \r\n\r\nThank you!","fullyFundedDate":1759283737612,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-coding-fun/9772949/","projectTitle":"Hands on Coding Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Thomas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7712681_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x510,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662222057350","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7712681"},{"teacherId":10111736,"projectId":9777607,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom. Because of your generosity, my students are benefiting from new materials that support both their learning and their well-being.\r\n\r\nWe are using the book organizing bins every day to help students easily find and return books during reading time. This has made our classroom library more accessible and has encouraged students to take ownership of their reading space. The phonics science-of-reading magnets have been especially powerful during small-group instruction. Students use them to build words, practice spelling patterns, and connect sounds to letters in a hands-on way. One memorable moment was watching students excitedly manipulate the magnets to solve words together and explain their thinking with confidence.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, they were thrilled. They were especially excited about the recess balls and couldn't wait to use them outside. The new equipment has helped make recess more active, cooperative, and fun, giving students a healthy way to release energy and practice teamwork. The book bins and phonics magnets also sparked immediate curiosity, and students were eager to use them during lessons.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, our next steps include continuing to strengthen foundational reading skills using the phonics magnets while also fostering a love of reading through our well-organized classroom library. At the same time, students will keep building positive social skills during recess by sharing, cooperating, and staying active with the new equipment.\r\n\r\nYour donation has truly enriched our classroom in multiple ways—academically, socially, and emotionally. Thank you for investing in my students and helping create a learning environment where they can grow and thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1759598901921,"projectUrl":"project/building-readers-and-friendships-through/9777607/","projectTitle":"Building Readers and Friendships Through Books and Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kelley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10111736_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759209482103","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10111736"},{"teacherId":7199258,"projectId":9711794,"letterContent":"We have integrated these materials into a new \"Regulation and Refuel\" station in our classroom. My students use the protein shakes and snacks to bridge the \"hunger gap\" during our long morning blocks, ensuring their brains have the glucose and protein needed for complex problem-solving.\r\n\r\nA specific moment that stands out happened last Tuesday. A student was visibly frustrated with a difficult writing assignment. Instead of a typical outburst, they asked to use the Zen Garden. After five minutes of raking the sand and listening to the meditation machine, they had a quick snack and returned to their desk with a completely different demeanor. They told me, \"I just needed to reset my brain.\" That \"reset\" was only possible because of your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1767044434769,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-skills-and-success-for-special/9711794/","projectTitle":"Snacks, Skills, and Success for Special Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Blacksmith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7199258_orig.png?crop=423,423,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649956412195","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7199258"},{"teacherId":9342281,"projectId":9773267,"letterContent":"This project has helped create a healthier, more focused learning environment. Students use the water bottles daily to stay hydrated, and the snacks provide much-needed energy, especially during long afternoons. Vitamin C packets have supported wellness and sparked conversations about healthy habits. Students were excited and grateful when they saw the supplies. Moving forward, we will continue building routines around self-care, focus, and readiness to learn so students can fully engage in lessons.","fullyFundedDate":1759387399521,"projectUrl":"project/power-up-hydration-and-snacks-for-el-ma/9773267/","projectTitle":"Power Up! Hydration and Snacks for El Mastery!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miukie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9342281_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757383496893","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9342281"},{"teacherId":9625248,"projectId":9930492,"letterContent":"The impact of this project on my second-grade classroom has been profound, transforming the way my students engage with complex ideas. In these early years, students are navigating the critical shift from \"learning to read\" to \"reading to learn,\" where text-heavy materials can often feel like an insurmountable barrier. The Teachers Pay Teachers gift card has allowed me to bypass these obstacles using high-quality visual aids that make the curriculum accessible to every child. What is most exciting to my students is the immediate sense of mastery these resources provide. There is a palpable energy in the room when I reveal a vibrant new digital anchor chart or a set of \"Vocabulary Bricks.\" For a seven-year-old, the most \"exciting\" part is the moment the \"fog\" lifts; they feel like experts because they finally have the visual tools to anchor their thinking and navigate concepts like \"erosion\" or \"place value\" with total confidence.\r\n\r\nBeyond simple engagement, these resources ensure equitable access for my diverse group of learners, including emerging readers and English Language Learners. In ELA, these visuals act as the \"glue\" for new vocabulary, helping students encode information much more effectively than through text alone. In science and social studies, visuals for concepts like \"photosynthesis\" or \"continent\" provide the critical context needed to make abstract lessons tangible and lasting. Your generosity has allowed me to hand-pick customizable worksheets and activities tailored specifically to my students' unique needs. You haven't just provided materials; you have provided the \"aha!\" moments that build a lifelong love of learning and ensure that every student has an equal opportunity to thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1765578440318,"projectUrl":"project/more-words/9930492/","projectTitle":"More Words!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wheeler-Semrad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9625248"},{"teacherId":291640,"projectId":9782692,"letterContent":"Students enjoyed using the cards and materials at our STEAM event for the school. Now, students are enjoying using the new cards to practice their math fluency. I can utilize it with students in small groups and share knowledge and games with teachers school-wide. \r\n\r\nMy student M loved to play our addition and subtraction war battle game. Due to this project and donations, I was able to send home a set of cards with his family. The goal that he can practice his fluency at home as well. \r\n\r\nI will continue to use the materials in school-wide math events, supporting classrooms, and use them in my small group interventions. They will continue to make math fluency fun and help students practice their targeted fluency skills.","fullyFundedDate":1759607556101,"projectUrl":"project/playing-for-math-fluency/9782692/","projectTitle":"Playing for Math Fluency","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Souza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp291640_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759733561041","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mstaira"},{"teacherId":9657585,"projectId":9753441,"letterContent":"It has been such a joy watching my 2nd graders transform into \"junior electrical engineers\" thanks to your generosity! We've been using the Chompsaw (a child-safe cardboard cutting tool) and our new Electric Circuit kits to bridge the gap between imagination and physics. A standout moment was during our \"Cardboard City\" project: one student was determined to make a lighthouse, and for the first time, they had the tools to cut a perfect circular tower safely.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the classroom was buzzing with pure wonder. To a 7-year-old, a motor or a tiny light bulb feels like a magic trick. They were wide-eyed as they explored the \"teeth\" of the Chompsaw, realizing they could finally build sturdy structures without needing an adult to do the heavy cutting for them. The sense of independence was immediate; they weren't just following instructions—they were inventors.\r\n\r\nYour support has turned our science lessons from simple worksheets into a high-energy workshop where every student feels empowered to create.","fullyFundedDate":1759409973351,"projectUrl":"project/the-chompsaw-challenge-from-blueprint-t/9753441/","projectTitle":"The ChompSaw Challenge: From Blueprint to Build","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kerr","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9657585_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723697501189","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9657585"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_61322","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":732,"numTeachers":52,"percentFrplEligible":51,"percentAsian":9,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":16,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":24,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"14.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":57.3,"schoolId":61322,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Waikoloa Elementary & Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Waikoloa Elementary & Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/hawaii-school-district/waikoloa-elementary-school/61322"}