{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Waimea Middle Public Charter School","outOfStateSupporters":27.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8978504,"projectId":9533456,"letterContent":"I really don't know how to begin to express my gratitude for your donations. Our students often come to school without having eaten breakfast so being able to give them healthy snack options makes such a huge difference! These snack items help diminish significant triggers that can interfere with the learning environment. Students know they can come to my classroom before school, at recess, before lunch (they don't like the cafeteria food), and after school before heading home or off to after school programs to get a snack. Your donation will help our students sail through the semester and help them remain focused on their academic success. Thank you again for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1766000325955,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-and-calming-corners/9533456/","projectTitle":"Snacks and Calming Corners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Owens","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8978504"},{"teacherId":8978504,"projectId":9988699,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support and generosity. This means so much to me and the students. Knowing that their needs are being met means everything to me. Making sure everyone feels included and they have a place where they feel welcomed and wanted. They have so much potential and big goals and your support will help support them in meeting both of them. \r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness and generosity, students have a calm and soothing environment they can reset in when they are in need of a quiet place. They have access to all sorts of fidget toys and thera-putty. Thank you again for helping me create this environment for them. They are more successful when they have a safe, soothing environment to learn in.","fullyFundedDate":1770780821720,"projectUrl":"project/inclusion-it-matters/9988699/","projectTitle":"Inclusion- It Matters!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Owens","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8978504"},{"teacherId":9923384,"projectId":9919706,"letterContent":"My students have been happy to use a new ironing board that isn't bent. They are being very cautious when opening and closing the board.\r\n\r\nThe better quality thread has improved the stitches and how their final sewing projects look. Students have been working hard on sewing straight. They have contributed to adding fabric to 60 hand towels that was donated to recipients in our community.\r\n\r\nStudents are also continuing to make other projects, including coasters and horse tail bags.\r\n\r\nThank you for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1766000325891,"projectUrl":"project/sewing-supplies/9919706/","projectTitle":"Sewing Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gusman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9923384_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759471421553","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9923384"},{"teacherId":8961421,"projectId":10066802,"letterContent":"It is nearly impossible to solve math problems, or write an essay, when your stomach is growling. Middle school is a period of rapid physical growth and high cognitive demand, and many of my students arrive in class without having had a reliable breakfast. \r\n\r\nBy providing a consistent supply of nutritious snacks, you are doing more than just feeding kids—you are providing the fuel necessary for focus. When a student's basic needs are met, their anxiety decreases and their engagement increases. This project will ensure that every student in my room has an equal opportunity to concentrate on the lesson rather than their hunger, creating a more equitable and productive learning environment for everyone.\"","fullyFundedDate":1770432290655,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-for-thought-healthy-snacks-for-hun/10066802/","projectTitle":"Fuel for Thought: Healthy Snacks for Hungry Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lorilei Ching","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8961421_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y494&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699319249846","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8961421"},{"teacherId":8961421,"projectId":9787434,"letterContent":"In middle school, a student's confidence is often closely linked to their sense of belonging and how they present themselves. For many of our students, something as simple as not having a toothbrush or deodorant can become a barrier to attending class or participating in group activities. Thanks to your support, our middle schoolers now have the essential tools they need to feel confident, healthy, and ready to learn. This DonorsChoose project provided hygiene kits that included oral care supplies, deodorant, and hand sanitizer, directly addressing both the physical and emotional needs of our students.\r\n\r\nThe counseling department is grateful to all the generous donors who contributed to funding our project. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1766000325636,"projectUrl":"project/hygiene-kits-for-middle-schoolers/9787434/","projectTitle":"Hygiene Kits for Middle Schoolers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lorilei Ching","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8961421_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y494&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699319249846","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8961421"},{"teacherId":9923384,"projectId":9782568,"letterContent":"Students have been able to make use of the new sports equipment, especially the new tetherballs. Where empty ropes used to hang are the two new tetherballs that students can play with a friend or classmate.\r\n\r\nOn those rainy days, or on days that students may not feel like playing outside, they are able to play UNO, chess, or checkers with others. Some students like doing these types of activities instead of getting physical out on the playground and that is totally fine. As long as they are engaged, having fun, and making the most of their free time to socially interact with their peers is great.\r\n\r\nThe sports equipment and games have given students the opportunity to \"exercise their body and minds\" in the way that they are most comfortable with.\r\n\r\nMahalo for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1759607033916,"projectUrl":"project/exercising-our-mind-and-body-at-recess/9782568/","projectTitle":"Exercising Our Mind and Body at Recess","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gusman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9923384_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759471421553","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9923384"},{"teacherId":8961421,"projectId":9877619,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students at Waimea Middle School and our entire school community, I would like to extend our deepest gratitude for funding our project to provide a snack bag for every student as they leave for Winter Break. For many of our families, while winter break is a time for rest, it also presents a significant challenge in ensuring consistent access to food when school is closed. Any assistance we can provide, no matter how small or large, is greatly appreciated by families facing food insecurity.\r\n\r\nYour donation offers more than just snacks; it provides security, peace of mind, and nourishment during a critical two-week period. These snack bags help bridge the nutritional gap created when school cafeterias close. For our families, this support brings tangible relief.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us care for our students over the holiday season. From the bottom of the counselors' hearts, we appreciate you for being a champion for our students and for making their holidays a little brighter.","fullyFundedDate":1763498198632,"projectUrl":"project/snack-bag-for-winter-break/9877619/","projectTitle":"Snack Bag for Winter Break","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lorilei Ching","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8961421_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y494&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699319249846","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8961421"},{"teacherId":8961421,"projectId":9858323,"letterContent":"Middle school is a time of incredible physical and emotional change. For many of our students, access to basic hygiene products like deodorant is not guaranteed due to socioeconomic or family circumstances.\r\nWhen a student lacks these essential items, the impact goes beyond physical discomfort:\r\n\r\nSocial Isolation: Students may feel embarrassed, leading them to withdraw from group activities, avoid class participation, or even skip school.\r\n\r\nDistraction: Worrying about personal odor is a significant cognitive drain that diverts attention from lessons, tests, and classroom discussions.\r\n\r\nSelf-Esteem: Poor access to hygiene can severely damage a young person's self-worth during a critical developmental stage.\r\n\r\nYour generosity provides a quiet and dignified solution to daily challenges. By providing deodorant to every student, you help our counseling department promote self-confidence, increase academic focus, and ensure equity.","fullyFundedDate":1762831399398,"projectUrl":"project/deodorant-for-middle-schoolers/9858323/","projectTitle":"Deodorant for Middle Schoolers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lorilei Ching","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8961421_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y494&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699319249846","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8961421"},{"teacherId":9923384,"projectId":9621977,"letterContent":"When the students saw the chair bands, quite a few wanted to have one on their chair. A couple others wanted to try out the chair cups. Some days, the chair with the chair cups are moved around because a certain student wants to sit in that chair.\r\n\r\nOne of my students shared that she likes to sit and rock in the chair with the chair cups. This helps her to think and she doesn't tilt her chair anymore.\r\n\r\nAnother student shared that he likes to be able to move in his seat without having to actually get out of his chair.\r\n\r\nFor these students, the bands and cups provide alternate movement while they are learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting this project.","fullyFundedDate":1757548215128,"projectUrl":"project/focusing-while-seated/9621977/","projectTitle":"Focusing While Seated","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gusman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9923384_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759471421553","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9923384"},{"teacherId":9923384,"projectId":9658592,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation of two sewing machines. I have several students who have learned some of the basics of sewing and created projects for themselves. Three of my students are currently working on our hand towel service project that will be given to the elderly housing in our community.\r\n\r\nAs part of this class, students have realized the importance of cutting accurately using a pattern. They have also learned how not fun it is when they make a mistake sewing and need to use the seam ripper. This is all part of the learning process. \r\n\r\nHaving these machines has helped me in my exploratory class. The students are eager to sew and thinking of what project they would like to do next.","fullyFundedDate":1757548216843,"projectUrl":"project/sewing-with-math/9658592/","projectTitle":"Sewing with Math","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gusman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9923384_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759471421553","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9923384"},{"teacherId":8978504,"projectId":9780860,"letterContent":"I really don't know how to begin to express my gratitude for the donations to our classroom. Many of our students often come to school without having eaten breakfast so being able to give them healthy snack options makes such a huge difference! These snack items help diminish significant triggers that can interfere with the learning environment. Students know they can come to my classroom before school, at recess, before lunch (they don't like the cafeteria food), and after school before heading home or off to after school programs to get a snack. Your donation will help our students sail through the rest of the semester and help them remain focused on their academic success.","fullyFundedDate":1759557133326,"projectUrl":"project/happy-learners/9780860/","projectTitle":"Happy Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Owens","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8978504"},{"teacherId":8961421,"projectId":9428112,"letterContent":"I am grateful to our generous donors who contributed to the Counseling Department's project of \"Feeding Hungry Middle Schoolers.\" Our young people must have access to the resources they need to thrive, both academically and emotionally. We know that proper nutrition plays a critical role in a student's ability to focus, learn, and maintain energy throughout the school day. Unfortunately, many students arrive at school without adequate breakfast or face long stretches between meals, leading to decreased concentration and energy slumps.\r\nThanks to your support, we have been able to fill the food pantry of the Counseling Department for students who frequently stop by for emotional support and hunger needs.\r\n\r\nHere are some highlights of the impact your donation has made:\r\n\r\nImproved Concentration: Students with access to healthy snacks are better able to concentrate on their lessons, leading to enhanced learning outcomes.\r\n\r\nIncreased Energy Levels: Nutritious snacks provide the sustained energy needed for active participation in class and extracurricular activities.\r\n\r\nReduced Food Insecurity: For some students, these snacks provide a vital source of nutrition that they might not otherwise receive.\r\n\r\nEnhanced Well-being: Knowing that healthy food is available creates a more supportive and nurturing school environment.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your commitment to our community's youth. 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