{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mililani Mauka Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":19.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8824985,"projectId":10104688,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our FSC students. Your generosity helped provide safety and sensory materials that support our students' learning, regulation, and success throughout the school day. We truly appreciate your investment in our classroom.\r\n When our students first saw the materials, they were so excited! They now use the bouncy board during movement activities and storytime, and they love using the head massagers to relax while they work. The fidget toys have also been incredibly helpful during campus transitions, waiting periods, and breaks at their desks.\r\n Your donation to help fund our project is making a real difference in their everyday school experience. Thank you for caring about our students!","fullyFundedDate":1771615850890,"projectUrl":"project/safety-and-sensory/10104688/","projectTitle":"Safety and Sensory!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. M","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8824985"},{"teacherId":2850686,"projectId":10107387,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing the materials for my classroom! These items have been giving my students tools that improve comfort, organization, and hands-on learning. My students really enjoy using flexible seating pieces like the stools and shoe bench when they are working together in groups, or given flexible seating time to complete work. The stools and shoe bench are always the first options to be taken! The supplies like the binder clips, pencil sharpeners, teacher stamps, and white-out have not only helped our classroom to be more organized, but the binder clips were also used in a hands-on science experiment where the students learned about potential and kinetic energy. The teacher stamps have also been a great motivator for students to earn one in their responsibility log. much easier. The science posters were perfect for the third and fourth quarter as they have reinforced key concepts visually, and the photo printing paper is coming in very handy for the student memory books that we are working on right now. These memory books will be treasured keepsakes for years to come. Your generosity has already increased student engagement, supported student independence, and helped to preserve meaningful classroom memories.","fullyFundedDate":1771713692423,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-engagement-tools/10107387/","projectTitle":"Classroom Engagement Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stevens","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2850686"},{"teacherId":3122110,"projectId":10106706,"letterContent":"Mahalo nui loa for your generous donation in fully funding my project to create a structured, sensory-supportive learning environment for my kindergarten class. Because of your kindness, my students have made tremendous gains not only academically, but also in their ability to emotionally regulate, stay focused, and fully engage in learning each day.\r\n\r\nThe thermal labels and sticker paper gave students exciting opportunities to expand their vocabulary, describe photos through writing, and personalize their work and belongings. The bouncy bands provided students with a positive outlet for movement while remaining seated and attentive at their desks. In addition, the adorable weighted stuffy helped promote calm bodies, attentive listening, and greater focus during carpet time and lessons.\r\n\r\nEvery item provided through your donation has made a meaningful impact on my students and has helped them grow into better learners each day in kindergarten. Thank you for supporting our classroom and helping create an environment where every child can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1771689645417,"projectUrl":"project/a-structured-sensory-supportive-learning/10106706/","projectTitle":"A Structured Sensory-Supportive Learning Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miyashiro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kindergartenkeiki"},{"teacherId":8825222,"projectId":10104133,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in funding our project. The Cricut cutting machine, magnetic printable paper, and clear sticker paper have completely transformed our special education preschool classroom.For preschool-aged children with special needs, learning must be highly visual and hands-on. With these new tools, I can create customized, durable visual supports tailored to each child's unique developmental goals. We are using the magnetic paper to make interactive moving pieces that help our young learners grasp foundational directional words like \"up,\" \"down,\" \"in,\" and \"out.\"\r\n\r\nPicking up, moving, and placing these precise cutouts provides vital daily practice for their little hands, significantly improving fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Furthermore, the clear sticker paper allows me to label our classroom with clean, consistent visual cues, helping our preschoolers learn daily routines and navigate their environment independently. Your support has given these amazing children the accessible tools they need to learn, play, and grow.","fullyFundedDate":1771513870094,"projectUrl":"project/creating-hands-on-learning-tools-for-our/10104133/","projectTitle":"Creating Hands-On Learning Tools for Our Special Education Preschoolers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gay Lynn Goo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8825222_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668632215704","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8825222"},{"teacherId":7930210,"projectId":10108588,"letterContent":"With your support, we opened a class store where students learned real financial literacy — earning classroom currency, keeping balance sheets, and deciding whether to save or spend. DonorsChoose provided the items students could actually buy, making it feel like a real store experience. \r\n\r\nWe also used the art supplies for two special projects: a unit on the scarcity of bees, and a goal-setting activity where students created personal art to represent their goals.\r\n\r\nThank you for your continued support!","fullyFundedDate":1771714325329,"projectUrl":"project/tools-to-keep-our-second-graders-learnin/10108588/","projectTitle":"Tools to Keep Our Second Graders Learning and Growing","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. ko-Lee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7930210"},{"teacherId":8974900,"projectId":10103512,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom is filled with new energy, creativity, and curiosity! Students use the writing tablets, building blocks, and magnet blocks each day during morning STEM bin time to explore and create while building important skills like problem-solving, perseverance, collaboration, and critical thinking.\r\n\r\nMy students were so excited when the materials arrived. Their eyes lit up, and they couldn't wait to get started! They now come in each morning eager to build, share ideas, and try something new.\r\n\r\nYour support has made a meaningful difference in our classroom. Thank you for helping create a space where students feel inspired to explore, imagine, and grow every day!","fullyFundedDate":1771695507151,"projectUrl":"project/tools-to-build-create-and-thrive/10103512/","projectTitle":"Tools to Build, Create, and Thrive","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ho","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8974900_orig.jpg?crop=562,562,x160,y303&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1677730515332","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8974900"},{"teacherId":8824401,"projectId":10103927,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and I am so grateful for your support of our project, Sensory Spots, Snazzy Labels, Letter Magic - Excited to Learn. My students have been actively using the new materials daily. One of their favorite moments has been using the magnetic writing boards during math time - they were thrilled to have something new in place of whiteboards and Peardeck, and it brought a fresh sense of excitement and focus to their learning. They have also loved the magnetic sheets on our wall, where they build words and create imaginative designs, turning an ordinary space into an interactive learning center. \r\n\r\nThese resources are helping to strengthen foundational literacy and math skills in a hands-on, meaningful way. Thank you again for giving my students tools that make learning both joyful and impactful.","fullyFundedDate":1771687702181,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-spots-snazzy-labels-letter-mag/10103927/","projectTitle":"Sensory Spots, Snazzy Labels, Letter Magic - Excited to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ben-Rajab","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8824401_orig.jpg?crop=812,812,x194,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667282912873","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8824401"},{"teacherId":8824009,"projectId":10110680,"letterContent":"Your generous donation allowed my students to conduct various hands-on planting experiments. One of our experiments involved testing the impact of natural versus artificial light on plant growth. Students were excited to see their plants growing in both situations. When analyzing our results, we considered factors that influenced plant growth, such as the amount of water and wind the plants received. Although we tried to keep as many variables consistent-- same soil, same seeds, same planters, etc.-- we couldn't control the amount of wind and water (for the plants grown outdoors). This led to a rich discussion with insightful thinking from second graders.\r\n\r\nTo continue my students' interest and excitement, our next step is to plant various healthy vegetables for them to harvest. This followed an activity where my students tried vegetables that they hadn't eaten before. My goal was to have my students be open to trying healthy foods. We also talked about being self-sufficient, especially living on an island where we depend on imports. These activities and meaningful discussions are the result of your generous donation.","fullyFundedDate":1771774382118,"projectUrl":"project/plants-plants-everywhere/10110680/","projectTitle":"Plants, Plants Everywhere!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Morishige","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8824009_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729455789631","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8824009"},{"teacherId":8974806,"projectId":10107375,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and making this project possible. Your generosity has truly made a meaningful difference in the daily learning experiences of my students.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom has become an even more engaging, supportive, and student-centered environment. My students are now able to interact with lessons in hands-on and meaningful ways—whether they are using the Apple Pencil to annotate texts and solve math problems, participating in science experiments with food coloring and cups, or building interactive notebooks with Velcro and fasteners. These tools have helped transform learning from something passive into something active and exciting.\r\n\r\nOur new class novel, The Sign of the Beaver, has been especially impactful. Through this shared reading experience, students are developing important literacy skills such as comprehension, vocabulary development, and critical thinking. They are learning how to make predictions, analyze characters, and connect themes like survival, friendship, and resilience to their own lives. Reading in our classroom looks like rich discussions, partner conversations, independent reflection, and students eagerly diving into books with curiosity and confidence.\r\n\r\nMany of my students, especially those who benefit from movement and structured support, are thriving with these new resources. The privacy folders help them stay focused and confident during independent work, while erasable pens encourage them to take risks without fear of making mistakes. Even small additions—like the playground ball and calming LED lights—have made a big difference in supporting both their social-emotional growth and their ability to stay engaged throughout the day.\r\n\r\nWhat stands out most is the joy. Students are excited to learn, eager to participate, and proud of their work. Your support has helped create a classroom where every child feels capable, supported, and inspired.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in my students and believing in their potential. We are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1771661210654,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-flexible-seating-and/10107375/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning, Flexible Seating, and Independent Readers in Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kim","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8974806_orig.jpg?crop=362,362,x2459,y967&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741644456819","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8974806"},{"teacherId":8839644,"projectId":10107468,"letterContent":"From the bottom of my heart, thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Because of you, my students were able to enjoy such fun and meaningful activities using the Easter squishies, window clings, classroom spots, tape, and coins.\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, they were so excited and couldn't wait to explore them. They especially loved decorating with the window clings and using the supplies to create and play together. It brought so much joy and engagement into our classroom.\r\nWe are continuing to use these materials in our daily lessons. For example, we are using the floor spots to practice lining up and number recognition, and the tape and decorations for creative art projects that support fine motor skills and collaboration.The bins have also helped us stay organized and take better care of our classroom materials.\r\nThank you again for making a difference in our classroom. Your kindness truly means so much to me and my students!","fullyFundedDate":1771716577795,"projectUrl":"project/motivating-positive-behavior-and-organiz/10107468/","projectTitle":"Motivating Positive Behavior and Organization in Kindergarten Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Colombari","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8839644"},{"teacherId":2845976,"projectId":9666275,"letterContent":"The new resources have sparked a wave of creative energy in our classroom, starting with the custom class shirts and flag the kids designed for our school fundraiser. The arrival of the boxes felt like a holiday, and the students were buzzing with excitement to see that these supplies were all for them. It truly turned an ordinary school day into something special.\r\n\r\nNow, we are keeping that momentum going as students create personalized, handcrafted keepsakes for Mother's Day. It has been amazing to watch them apply the skills they learned from those first class projects to something so personal and detailed. They are incredibly focused on making every gift perfect, and it is clear they take great pride in using these high-quality tools to create something meaningful.","fullyFundedDate":1759311967382,"projectUrl":"project/a-cricut-above/9666275/","projectTitle":"A CriCUT Above","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kanemaru","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2845976"},{"teacherId":1974225,"projectId":10104090,"letterContent":"On behalf of our third grade class, I want to express my gratitude for your generous donations. This funding has allowed us to transform our learning environment into a more dynamic and engaging space. The new foldable surf desks have been an immediate hit, providing more flexible seating options for the students to stay focused and comfortable during independent work. \r\n\r\nThe impact of your support extends far beyond traditional academics. With the new board games and dedicated storage, our students are developing critical social-emotional skills like teamwork and strategic thinking in an organized, inviting way. The painting supplies have opened up a world of creative expression, while the plastic eggs are already being put to use for imaginative hands-on activities.\r\n\r\nThese resources are more than just supplies; they are tools that foster a sense of community and joy in our daily routines. 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