{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Moanalua High School","outOfStateSupporters":28.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10100001,"projectId":10104615,"letterContent":"Firstly, thank you so much for deciding to fund our classroom snacks. Students will be enjoying the snacks sent during the AP biology test next week Monday. Since we had extra of the fruit snacks they enjoyed some this morning!\r\n\r\nI'm not sure how they will react when they receive the snacks but they have seen me pack the snacks this morning and seemed excited to get them next week. \r\n\r\nFor the snacks they are just a one time thing but the batteries I will use for the gel electrophoresis lab I normally run in AP when we get to Unit 6. I was hoping to get some of the bacterial transformation or alternative labs sent to continue learning but for some reason it kept saying they could not be sent? For the snacks that were able to be sent I am very grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1771536120606,"projectUrl":"project/bacterial-transformation-and-snacks/10104615/","projectTitle":"Bacterial Transformation and Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kohara","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10100001"},{"teacherId":7934434,"projectId":10104649,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! The arrival of the microscopes and optic lenses has completely transformed the energy in our classroom. We recently put the resources to work during a biology unit on cellular structures. Using the new microscopes, students were able to view cheek and hair cells with amazing clarity. Also, the addition of these optic lenses has turned our physics lab into a hands-on exploration of light and energy. Having high-quality glass lenses allows the students to move beyond theoretical math and actually see how light behaves in the real world. Your contribution has opened up a world that was previously invisible to my students. Thank you for investing in their curiosity and their future!","fullyFundedDate":1771542639169,"projectUrl":"project/lenses-to-learn/10104649/","projectTitle":"Lenses to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hirano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7934434_orig.jpg?crop=1003,1003,x102,y363&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628059725503","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/juliahirano"},{"teacherId":8831247,"projectId":10107655,"letterContent":"## A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Supporters\r\n\r\nDear Donors,\r\n\r\nI am beyond thrilled to share that thanks to your incredible generosity, our Physics Projects for Inclusion Students Project was a success! Because of you, my students at Moanalua High School were able to dive into the world of physics through the hands-on creation of paper roller coasters. Watching them transform cardstock paper and tape into complex machines was inspiring; they didn't just learn about kinetic and potential energy—they lived it. These materials allowed my students with IEPs to engage in authentic STEM inquiry with the tactile and visual supports they need to truly thrive alongside their peers.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your gift goes far beyond the classroom supplies. By providing the tools for this project, you helped foster a sense of confidence and collaboration in 120 students who now see themselves as capable scientists and engineers. Your support has reinforced the idea that with the right resources and a community that believes in them, every student can master complex concepts and reach their full potential. Thank you for making this memorable, curriculum-aligned experience possible and for investing in the future of our diverse learners.","fullyFundedDate":1771665188332,"projectUrl":"project/physics-projects-for-inclusion-students/10107655/","projectTitle":"Physics Projects for Inclusion Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kaya","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8831247_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729115484662","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8831247"},{"teacherId":9971061,"projectId":10108233,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my project! I always want to boost the morale of my students, and this certainly did! Anything helps, and this surely did! \r\n\r\nI used some of the snacks as prizes for when we played DNA Bingo. Because I had so many snacks, we just kept playing until almost all the students had Bingo at some point! They enjoyed learning about protein synthesis is fun and \"rewarding\" way! The school supplies also came in handy as mynstudents are always in need, often forgetting their own. Giving them cute and fun supplies takes the edge off their stress so we can move on with the lessons. \r\n\r\nMahalo and Aloha!","fullyFundedDate":1771685105099,"projectUrl":"project/safe-haven-for-a-stormy-sea/10108233/","projectTitle":"Safe Haven for a Stormy Sea","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Yoshioka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9971061"},{"teacherId":9474159,"projectId":10104180,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the materials as they have greatly improved our classroom environment. Before this project, the desks and chairs would make a huge amount of noise when students were getting settled at the beginning and end of every class. Even just pushing in a chair was a very loud ordeal. Now that we have the furniture sliders, it is so much more pleasant for students in the classroom and the students downstairs as well. We were able to get enough furniture sliders for 30 chairs and 30 desks, which is amazing! Now we are able to change the desk arrangement at any time without creating a distraction for other classrooms around us. \r\n\r\nThe students were so surprised at the materials. During the winter season, we ran out of Kleenex and they were so happy to find multiple boxes of Kleenex available to them, thanks to this project and funding. Now I am able to have 3-4 locations in the room where students can get Kleenex, instead of just one. The students are also able to win snacks as their prizes for participating in games and activities in class. We are so grateful for our new and improved classroom, mahalo a nui loa!","fullyFundedDate":1771685269972,"projectUrl":"project/hawaiian-language-learning-in-comfort/10104180/","projectTitle":"Hawaiian Language Learning... In Comfort!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Adams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9474159"},{"teacherId":9702410,"projectId":10103192,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity toward our project, \"Fueling the Brain, Taming the Tummy.\" When the materials first arrived, my students were genuinely moved. As many educators know, snacks are absolutely vital to high schoolers and having that extra fuel available helps them stay focused and energized throughout the day. Their immediate reaction was one of pure gratitude, seeing that people outside of our school walls care about their comfort and well-being.\r\n\r\nBeyond the snacks, we've already put our \"Spring Cleaning\" supplies to great use. My students took the lead in sprucing up our cozy room, using the Clorox Wipes and Bounty Paper Towels to deep-clean and rearrange our learning space. It was a wonderful moment of teamwork; the students took real pride in making the classroom feel fresh and organized. These resources have truly helped us maintain an environment where they feel at home and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThe spirit of giving that you started is now coming full circle. Recently, some of our students have been honing their skills in Culinary Arts and have started bringing in baked samples for their peers to enjoy. This has been a fantastic way for them to give back to our classroom community while building interest in our specialized elective classes. Your support has not only provided the essentials but has fostered a culture of sharing and care that will continue throughout their academic careers.","fullyFundedDate":1771449583749,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-the-brain-taming-the-tummy/10103192/","projectTitle":"Fueling the Brain, Taming the Tummy","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Alofaituli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9702410_orig.jpg?crop=707,706,x0,y172&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725903863479","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9702410"},{"teacherId":9468815,"projectId":10108978,"letterContent":"Thank you always for putting our children first. The idea for Tea Time came from another colleague, and I'm just continuing the trend. Students feel relaxed with a cup of tea at their desk while they're working, especially if they sit in the cold spots of the room. They can choose green tea, black tea, oolong tea, among many other varieties, whatever they're in the mood for.\r\n\r\nThe notebooks make writing fun. Students decorated the outside, but no one student owns his or her own notebooks. These notebooks are nameless in the sense that they're being used as circle journals. The students have code names which they use whenever they write a note. Then the next time, they grab a different notebook. They enjoy the fun of reading what others wrote and trying to figure out who wrote in what book. With these circle journals, students benefit from seeing their classmates' writing strengths.\r\n\r\nAll the supplies purchased help to make the classroom a community. Once again, thank you for all that you do.","fullyFundedDate":1771714005455,"projectUrl":"project/tea-time/10108978/","projectTitle":"Tea Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cheng","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9468815_orig.jpg?crop=2114,2114,x0,y84&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708417971048","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9468815"},{"teacherId":10403719,"projectId":10017886,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our classroom at Moanalua High School. Your support has provided the essential dice, playing cards, and stereo headsets needed to transform our math curriculum into a hands-on, engaging experience. By funding these resources, you are helping thirty students build vital number sense and social skills through collaborative games that make complex concepts both accessible and enjoyable.\r\n\r\nThe importance of this project lies in its ability to bridge the gap for students with disabilities and those from low-income households by providing specialized instructional technology. The new headsets are a critical step in fostering independence, as they allow students to utilize assistive software and focus in a quieter, controlled environment. This targeted support ensures that every learner, regardless of their sensory needs, can participate actively and confidently in our daily lessons.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has created a classroom culture that celebrates curiosity and prepares our ninth through twelfth graders for college and career success. By integrating these tools, we are building a stimulating environment where students feel empowered to grow and take ownership of their learning. We are incredibly grateful for your commitment to our students in Honolulu and for helping us turn this vision of an inclusive, tech-ready classroom into a reality.","fullyFundedDate":1771912187194,"projectUrl":"project/game-on-leveling-up-our-math-independ/10017886/","projectTitle":"Game On: Leveling Up Our Math & Independence","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Spurny","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403719"},{"teacherId":10403719,"projectId":10110667,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in bringing this project to life at Moanalua High School. Your support provides essential assistive technology like translator pens and specialized headphones that directly bridge the gap between potential and performance for our students. By removing sensory and literacy barriers, you are ensuring that every learner in our classroom has a voice and the ability to engage deeply with their curriculum regardless of their individual challenges.\r\n\r\nThe importance of these resources cannot be overstated for our ninth through twelfth graders, particularly those navigating disabilities or coming from low-income households. Integrating these tools with organizational supplies like binders and visual aids allows our students to master the vital life skills of time management and independence. This project isn't just about providing equipment; it is about providing the equity and confidence necessary for these thirty students to succeed in a demanding academic environment.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has officially turned our classroom into an accessible, streamlined sanctuary where every student can truly thrive. Because of your kindness, the Hawaii State Department of Education can offer a more inclusive and modern learning experience that meets the unique needs of our community. We are deeply grateful for your commitment to our students' futures and for helping us create a space where every learner feels empowered to reach their full potential.","fullyFundedDate":1771772180143,"projectUrl":"project/assistive-technology-and-organization/10110667/","projectTitle":"Assistive Technology and Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Spurny","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403719"},{"teacherId":9213439,"projectId":10106627,"letterContent":"'On Tyranny' intrigued students that did not usually show An interest in reading. Its illustrations and combined with the rigorous concepts provided a powerful way to connect history with the present. History is multidimensional; meaning one event can have lots of stories and lots of versions of the same event. The stories told in \"on Tyranny creates an individual's construction of stories and they conform to the customs, tastes, beliefs, and interests of society at a given time. Given the moment we are in right now this book helps to heal and empower students. Instead of saying kids are the future this book tells them they are they are the present and that now is their time to do something right now.\r\n Black Count has been such a wonderful addition to my curriculum that i will be using this again next year and easier in the school year.","fullyFundedDate":1771624894183,"projectUrl":"project/humanizing-history-with-overlooked-stori/10106627/","projectTitle":"Humanizing History With Overlooked Stories","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Denninghoff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9213439_orig.jpg?crop=266,266,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771464762092","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9213439"},{"teacherId":8358326,"projectId":9773325,"letterContent":"Thank you again so much for your generous donation! We are just wrapping our production of Mean Girls today, and it's only been possible with your help. We have had our own full set of working microphones for our auditorium for the entire run, and I haven't been able to say that before.\r\n\r\nIt is so rewarding to see the students get to this point. They start so anxious and fearful, but through the process, they build their confidence, use their courage, and find their voice. The equipment we received from you is really what makes that possible.\r\n\r\nI really appreciate you being a part of their success and cannot thank you enough. Mahalo!","fullyFundedDate":1759242255527,"projectUrl":"project/stage-might-over-stage-fright/9773325/","projectTitle":"Stage Might Over Stage Fright","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kalma","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8358326_orig.jpg?crop=2482,2482,x0,y182&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692408084313","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8358326"},{"teacherId":6480859,"projectId":9773428,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding my portable fans for my homeroom students. They use it all the time for assemblies. They were really excited to have their own fan to help cool themselves off. They also really appreciate the rolling chairs to sit on during class and at breaks. The students often try to get to class early to make sure they get to sit on the rolling chair during class. The students appreciate the microwave because it's a lot stronger than the one I previously had. More students are able to heat up their food at lunch because the new microwave is so much faster.","fullyFundedDate":1759239072811,"projectUrl":"project/portable-fans-microwave-and-chairs-for/9773428/","projectTitle":"Portable Fans, Microwave, and Chairs for My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Nakamichi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6480859_orig.jpg?crop=1636,1636,x0,y10&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627594935815","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6480859"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50900","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1966,"numTeachers":118,"percentFrplEligible":34,"percentAsian":41,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":9,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":15,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"16.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":71.4,"schoolId":50900,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Moanalua High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Moanalua High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/central-oahu-school-district/moanalua-high-school/50900"}