{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mililani Waena Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":32.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8820897,"projectId":9776875,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your very generous donation. My students were so excited to see the new materials we received for our economics unit. They have been enjoying earning classroom dollars, choosing when to save or spend their \"money,\" and figuring out how much change they are owed.\r\n\r\nStudents enjoyed the unit so much, we've continued it even after the unit ended. Their understanding of money and some basic economics concepts (i.e. saving vs. spending, needs vs. wants, making change, has really improved. Some of them budget out their money to ensure they have enough dollars for the different buckets they want to dip into.","fullyFundedDate":1759495654156,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-economics-to-life/9776875/","projectTitle":"Bringing Economics to Life","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sakuda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8820897"},{"teacherId":8354918,"projectId":9155224,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing our indoor activity area to life! They were very excited to see the new activities and games. Your generosity provides my second graders with a safe space to challenge themselves, solve problems, and build lasting friendships. \r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students are developing more than just fine motor skills. They are learning how to be leaders, how to practice good sportsmanship, and how to work together as a team. We are so grateful for your support in helping our classroom become a place of both learning and joy!","fullyFundedDate":1741740279097,"projectUrl":"project/strategic-fine-motor-madness/9155224/","projectTitle":"Strategic Fine Motor Madness","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Uyeda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8354918"},{"teacherId":7931741,"projectId":7217594,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for funding the book bins for our library. Your generosity has truly made a meaningful difference for our students.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, students are now able to find the books they love with much greater ease. Organizing our collection by popular topics, series, and authors has helped them navigate the library more confidently and has significantly increased book circulation.\r\n\r\nIt has been such a joy to watch students independently search for books and see the excitement on their faces when they discover exactly what they were hoping for, or even something new and unexpected. Your contribution has not only improved our library's organization, but it has also strengthened our students' enthusiasm for reading.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your support and the positive impact you've made on our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1677996385247,"projectUrl":"project/finding-books-should-not-be-a-mystery/7217594/","projectTitle":"Finding Books Should Not Be a Mystery!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Seatriz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7931741"},{"teacherId":8357690,"projectId":9772480,"letterContent":"When the new resources arrived, my students were immediately excited. Their eyes lit up as they explored the sensory tools, art supplies, and our new whiteboard space. Some students who typically struggle to sit still gravitated toward the sensory tools right away, and I could see the difference almost instantly—they were calmer, more focused, and ready to participate. Others couldn't wait to organize the art materials and start sketching ideas. It was one of those special classroom moments where excitement and gratitude filled the room.\r\n\r\nWe recently used the materials during a collaborative science project where students worked in small groups to design and model solutions to real-world problems. The whiteboard became our brainstorming hub—students mapped out ideas, asked questions, and built on each other's thinking. The art supplies allowed them to create hands-on prototypes and visual displays that brought their concepts to life. Throughout the process, the sensory tools helped students regulate their emotions and maintain focus during group work, which made collaboration more productive and positive.\r\n\r\nNext, students will refine their projects and present their solutions to the class, practicing both academic skills and public speaking. They'll use the whiteboard to explain their thinking and the art materials to enhance their presentations. These resources are not just tools—they're helping create a classroom environment where students feel supported, confident, and excited to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1759501430189,"projectUrl":"project/creating-calm-and-creativity-in-the-clas/9772480/","projectTitle":"Creating Calm and Creativity in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maunupau","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8357690"},{"teacherId":10294366,"projectId":9776503,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. The supplies have already become meaningful parts of our daily routine. Students are using the art materials during independent work, small-group activities, and choice time to express their thinking through drawing, coloring, and designing. One of the first projects we completed was an open-ended art response to a story we read together, and it was incredible to see students who are usually hesitant writers confidently communicate their ideas through artwork instead.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new supplies, their excitement was immediate and contagious. They were especially drawn to the markers and the beanbag chair, which quickly became a favorite reading and reflection spot in our classroom. The beanbag chair has created a calm, inviting space where students can read, cool down, or take a quiet moment when they need it. Several students have shared that it makes the classroom feel more comfortable and welcoming, which has positively impacted focus and engagement.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, students will continue using these materials as part of our literacy and humanities lessons. They will use the art supplies to create visual representations of characters, settings, and themes, as well as to reflect on their learning in more creative ways. These resources are helping us build a classroom environment that values creativity, comfort, and student voice, and your support has made that possible. Thank you for helping create a space where students feel inspired, supported, and excited to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1762097446514,"projectUrl":"project/project-focus-fostering-optimal-co/9776503/","projectTitle":"Project F.O.C.U.S. (Fostering Optimal Concentration Using Sensory tools)","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sciotto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10294366"},{"teacherId":10249418,"projectId":9777697,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making our \"interactive learning for every child\" project possible. When the materials arrived, my students were immediately drawn to the hands on tools, games, and colorful learning stations. Many of my students have special needs and learn best through movement, visuals, and touch, so having dry erase boards, manipulatives, writing tablets, and engaging games has made a huge difference in how confidently they participate. I have already seen students who usually hesitate to join activities become excited to take turns, write letters, and solve math problems using the new materials. \r\n\r\nWe are using these resources every day in small group instruction, centers, and social emotional learning time. The board games and conversation cards to help students practice communication, turn taking, and problem solving, while tools like sand trays, white boards, and drawing tablets support early writing and fine motor skills. Several students who struggle with attention and regulation are able to stay focused longer because the learning feels interactive and fun rather than overwhelming.","fullyFundedDate":1759498387791,"projectUrl":"project/interactive-learning-for-every-child/9777697/","projectTitle":"Interactive Learning for Every Child","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10249418_orig.jpg?crop=473,473,x586,y245&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757409324668","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10249418"},{"teacherId":3514145,"projectId":9772943,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! They love their indoor and outdoor recess things. Your donation has come in handy lately. It's been raining frequently lately and they had so many indoor recesses. They loved having choices of what they can do and also love that they have an umbrella to use so they stay dry while walking to the bathroom! When the sun does come out, they enjoy kicking the soccer ball! It's one ball that goes out almost daily!\r\n\r\nAnother thing that is used regularly are the stamps! I love adding this extra color and design to the student's completed assignments. They love also being able to choose one or being able to stamp it themselves! These stamps add a little extra incentive to the students completing their assignment!\r\n\r\nWe weren't able to use all of these items just yet. I plan on doing more art projects with the sharpie and tissue paper. THANK YOU so much again for donating to our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1759410168125,"projectUrl":"project/things-for-them-all/9772943/","projectTitle":"Things for Them All!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nakasone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3514145_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1490138168428","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3514145"},{"teacherId":3097512,"projectId":9781979,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the flexible seating for my classroom. The introduction of flexible seating and interactive learning tools has completely transformed our classroom environment. The donut cushions, wobble stools, and chair bands have been a hit since I got them. They've become so popular that we've implemented a rotation list to ensure everyone gets a turn. These options provide a vital outlet for physical energy, particularly the chair bands, which allow students to stay focused and productive while seated at their desks. \r\n The mobile flip chart stand allows me to conduct small-group reteaching and targeted instruction anywhere in the room, making our lessons more dynamic and responsive. The privacy shields have created dedicated \"distraction-free zones.\" Students now proactively use them not just for assessments, but whenever they need to enter a state of deep focus. The students love using the whiteboards and many students choose to use it to show their work for their online assignments, instead of using the digital tools. It's also a great way for me to quickly assess student learning and participation. \r\n Students thrive when they have a voice in their learning environment. These items have done more than just furnish a room; they have transformed our classroom into a space that respects individual needs and encourages autonomy. Even after school hours, I find myself using the wobble stool while planning, a testament to the comfort and functionality these items bring to our space.\r\n Thank you for investing in my students' success and for providing the tools they need to truly flourish.","fullyFundedDate":1759601081165,"projectUrl":"project/beyond-the-desk-empowering-student-choi/9781979/","projectTitle":"Beyond the Desk: Empowering Student Choice and Collaboration","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Zukeran","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3097512"},{"teacherId":8820920,"projectId":9776593,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I want to express our deepest gratitude for your generous donation. We are so excited to share that the items have arrived and are already making a profound impact on our daily learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe Calming Corner has quickly become an essential part of our classroom. It provides a dedicated safe space where children can go to read, interact with sensory toys, or find comfort in a stuffed animal. More importantly, it has given my students the tools they need to regulate their emotions. In our classroom, we talk a lot about how it is okay to feel sad, angry, or frustrated. Thanks to your kindness, these children now have a peaceful area to relax, reset, and prepare themselves to return to their lessons with a focused and positive mindset.\r\n\r\nYour support does more than just provide \"things\"—it fosters an environment of empathy, self-awareness, and emotional safety. Thank you for investing in our students and their well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1759450513472,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-calming-corner/9776593/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Calming Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Watanabe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8820920"},{"teacherId":8827839,"projectId":9776619,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in supporting our Keiki Corner project. Your donation has transformed a small space in our classroom into a vibrant, calming, and engaging environment that my students absolutely adore.\r\n\r\nThe impact of these supplies was immediate:\r\n\r\nThe foam mats: These have made the corner so soft and comfortable. It has become the go-to spot for students to sit, relax, and even lie down when they need a quiet moment to reset.\r\n\r\nThe Sequin Wall Board: This is easily the biggest hit! It is amazing to watch the students' creativity come alive as they draw letters, numbers, and animals. Many students find it so soothing that they spend their entire break time engaged with it.\r\n\r\nDry Erase Boards and Markers: Because of your support, every single student now has their own board and marker at their desk. This has become an essential daily tool for our lessons, allowing everyone to participate actively at any time.\r\n\r\nSeeing the joy and focus these materials have brought to my classroom is truly heartwarming. You haven't just provided supplies; you've provided a space where my students feel safe, creative, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nMahalo for your kindness and for investing in our Keiki!","fullyFundedDate":1759450635996,"projectUrl":"project/keiki-corner/9776619/","projectTitle":"Keiki Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sumida","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8827839"},{"teacherId":9804689,"projectId":9778130,"letterContent":"The arrival of our \"SEL Toolkit\" brought so much joy to our room! When the boxes arrived, the students were immediately drawn to the new materials, with many describing the Calm Strips as incredibly \"satisfying\" to use at their desks. Seeing their faces light up as they realized these tools were just for them made it clear that they felt truly supported. These resources have turned our room into a sanctuary where every student feels they have the personal tools needed to stay regulated, calm, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThe impact on our daily productivity has been incredible, especially with the Chair Bands. My students have really taken to them, using that gentle resistance to channel their energy and stay focused during lessons. During a recent writing block, I saw a student who usually struggles with restlessness stay completely \"locked in\" for the entire period while using their band and Desk Divider. Moving forward, we are excited to use our Conversation Cards for morning meetings to build our social skills and the Dry Erase Pockets for low-stress math practice.","fullyFundedDate":1759503326461,"projectUrl":"project/our-sel-toolkit-growing-confidence-foc/9778130/","projectTitle":"Our SEL Toolkit: Growing Confidence, Focus, and Quiet Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Manoa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9804689"},{"teacherId":8363582,"projectId":9779201,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous donation to our classroom. My students are truly grateful, and their excitement says it all. Your kindness has already made a positive impact by giving them meaningful opportunities to explore, imagine, develop social-emotional skills, and learn through hands-on play. \r\n\r\nWith these new materials, students are building, creating, pretending, and working together in various activities and assignments. Even the smallest supplies such as the craft trays has helped me so much. It's always great to see the smile on my students faces when we get new things and I'm very grateful of all the materials you helped fund. Thank you for your interest, care, and generosity. You're helping out so much more than you know!","fullyFundedDate":1760556463171,"projectUrl":"project/ready-get-set-grade-1/9779201/","projectTitle":"Ready, Get Set, Grade 1!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sasaki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8363582_orig.jpg?crop=3456,3456,x0,y311&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737785919911","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8363582"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50898","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":642,"numTeachers":45,"percentFrplEligible":28,"percentAsian":21,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":25,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":67.6,"schoolId":50898,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Mililani Waena Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Mililani Waena Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/central-oahu-school-district/mililani-waena-elementary-school/50898"}