{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Moanalua Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":45.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7954512,"projectId":9775904,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for sponsoring my Paper Monster Pet Project. Students enjoyed creating their monsters from the list of available genotypes & phenotypes. They were excited to have so many art supplies to use to build their monster pets. Some got a little distracted with the colorful pipe cleaners, the sticky glue dots, and the variety of smelly pens. They appreciated having brand new scissors to use and fine tip sharpies to use instead of the old, used ones. I was surprised with many of my students' creativity and ability to think outside the box.\r\n Thank you again for sponsoring my classroom and providing for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1759440025380,"projectUrl":"project/paper-monster-pets/9775904/","projectTitle":"Paper Monster Pets!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kaneshiro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7954512"},{"teacherId":7315377,"projectId":10103374,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity. Your support has helped transform our classroom from a standard, \"office-like\" environment into a warm, vibrant sanctuary where my students truly feel they belong. Because of you, our learning space now reflects the care and respect these students deserve.\r\n\r\nHere is the direct impact your donation has made:\r\n\r\n1. Comfort & Autonomy\r\nThe colorful stools have been a game-changer. For my students who struggle with sensory regulation, the ability to wiggle, rotate, and balance while they work has drastically reduced boredom and restlessness. When a student chooses a stool that fits their energy level, they aren't just sitting; they are taking ownership of their learning and staying physically engaged with the lesson.\r\n\r\n2. Fuel for Focus\r\nIt is nearly impossible to explain a complex scientific concept to a child distracted by hunger. The snacks provided by this project have removed a significant barrier to education. Now, when a student feels their energy flagging, they know they are cared for and fueled, allowing them to stay engaged and curious throughout the day.\r\n\r\n3. Connection & Community\r\nThe board games and small prizes have injected a sense of pure joy into our routine.\r\n\r\nSmall Prizes: These have become powerful \"tangible wins,\" providing the motivation students need to hit their behavioral and academic milestones.\r\n\r\nBoard Games: Our students are absolutely loving the variety! I see them playing before and after school, during lunch, and during breaks. My advisory students especially look forward to \"Fun Friday\" games. I've watched close friends and even students who rarely interact develop genuine connections over a game. They are learning to communicate, resolve conflicts, and decompress in a healthy, structured way.\r\n\r\nThank you for seeing the value in my students and for believing that every child deserves a space where they feel fueled, focused, and valued. You haven't just provided supplies; you've provided the foundation for a community.","fullyFundedDate":1771534445581,"projectUrl":"project/comfort-crunch-connection-a-classroo/10103374/","projectTitle":"Comfort, Crunch & Connection: a Classroom Refresh","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. David","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7315377"},{"teacherId":9696872,"projectId":10104374,"letterContent":"My students were incredibly excited and grateful when the boxes arrived. The impact was immediate; seeing a fully stocked classroom made them feel truly supported in their learning journey. Currently, we are using the new highlighters and reading strips to annotate complex historical texts, which has made the reading process much more accessible for my middle schoolers. During free time, the geography games have become a classroom favorite, while my Advisory students have started a daily tradition of playing chess. It has been wonderful to see them building strategic skills and peer relationships over the game board every single morning.\r\n\r\nThe \"everyday\" supplies have also completely transformed our classroom culture. In the past, a student running out of lead or wearing down an eraser could cause a moment of stress or a stall in learning. Now, I can simply hand a student a lead refill or a cap eraser and keep the momentum going. This has been especially vital for ensuring equity; while some students come fully prepared, others do not, and these resources ensure no one feels left behind. On a personal note, this funding has significantly decreased my own stress and lessened the financial burden of purchasing these essentials out-of-pocket.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are moving into a major history project where students will use the new poster paper, rulers, and colored pencils to create \"Living Timelines.\" These resources allow them to transition from reading about history to demonstrating their mastery through creative, hands-on work. While I could fill pages describing the use of every single item, please know that the collective impact has been huge. You have not only provided us with tools but have created a more equitable, focused, and joyful environment for us to grow. Mahalo piha!","fullyFundedDate":1771646623991,"projectUrl":"project/building-historians-and-humans-support/10104374/","projectTitle":"Building Historians and Humans: Support for Our Room","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Strait","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9696872"},{"teacherId":7315377,"projectId":9776017,"letterContent":"I am writing to share my deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity in supporting our project, \"The Rock Cycle: From Abstract to Action.\" Because of your kindness, my 7th-grade science students have transitioned from merely looking at diagrams, watching videos, and completing worksheets to becoming active observers of Earth's geological processes.\r\n\r\nThe Impact of Visual Clarity\r\nThe color printer and ink you provided have been absolute game-changers. In science, color is often a critical data point. My students used these high-quality color prints to:\r\n- Identify subtle mineral variations in igneous rocks\r\n- Distinguish the delicate layering in sedimentary samples\r\n- Visualize the intense banding of metamorphic specimens\r\nThe increase in engagement was immediate; having vibrant, clear visual aids allowed my students to classify rocks with a level of confidence and precision we simply couldn't achieve with grainy, black-and-white copies.\r\n\r\nHands-On Discovery in Action\r\nThe most exciting part of this project was the \"Rock Cycle Lab\", made possible by the burners, crayons, and sharpeners you funded. Witnessing the students' excitement as they modeled each step in the Rock Cycle, watching the \"sediment\" (crayon shavings) they started with transform under heat and pressure was certainly a highlight of the year.\r\n- Weathering: Students shaved crayons to create sediment\r\n- Erosion and Deposition: Students in each group transported and deposited the sediment to a central location, creating layers of sediment\r\n- Compaction and Cementation: Students applied pressure to the layers of sediment, creating sedimentary \"rock.\"\r\n- Heat and Pressure: Students used the burners to apply heat to the rock, being careful NOT to melt the rock completely. They then applied pressure, creating metamorphic \"rock.\"\r\n- Melting, Cooling, and Solidification: Students used the burners to melt the rock into liquid form and placed it in a cold water bath to cool, creating an igneous rock.\r\n\r\nA Lasting Impression\r\nThese materials did more than just teach a lesson; they leveled the playing field. Students who typically struggle with a reading-heavy curriculum excelled during these tactile labs. By being able to see, touch, and manipulate these \"rocks,\" the concept of geological time and transformation became concrete rather than abstract.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in these young scientists. You haven't just provided supplies; you've sparked a genuine curiosity about the world beneath our feet. We are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1759449535724,"projectUrl":"project/science-rocks/9776017/","projectTitle":"Science Rocks!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. David","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7315377"},{"teacherId":10294224,"projectId":9775923,"letterContent":"We are so appreciative of your support for our classroom. We have been utilizing the provided resources on a weekly basis, some even daily. Students have been able to make meaningful connections to their learning through hands on work and activities. They have been pleasantly surprised by the available resources here in our classroom. It goes without saying, our school year has been positively impacted by your generosity. We look forward to the remainder of the school year and have lots more to accomplish.","fullyFundedDate":1759602619783,"projectUrl":"project/strive-and-achieve/9775923/","projectTitle":"Strive and Achieve!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kamimura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10294224"},{"teacherId":2368066,"projectId":9777819,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generosity in providing the essential materials my students need to learn and grow. Thanks to your support, our Hands-On Library is officially coming to life!\r\n\r\nOur Fully Self-Contained Classroom (FSC) now features a dedicated bookshelf filled with high-interest titles that we are transforming into interactive learning tools. These resources are vital for my students as they navigate the critical language-learning phase of their communication development. I am currently creating custom, tactile activities for each book—using materials like the velcro provided by your gift—to ensure every student can physically engage with the text.\r\n\r\nThis process is a labor of love and a work in progress; please see the attached photos for a look at the activities I have already developed. Your contribution has provided much more than just books; you have provided the tools for my students to find their voices and engage with the world around them.\r\n\r\nThank you for making our classroom a place where every student has the chance to build a foundation to reach their goals.","fullyFundedDate":1759467525176,"projectUrl":"project/a-hands-on-library-for-our-fsc-classroom/9777819/","projectTitle":"A Hands-On Library for Our FSC Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Uyehara","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2368066"},{"teacherId":9370503,"projectId":9774895,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting students to be creative and socialize through TTRPGs. My students are so happy to have their own dice and minifigures to use while playing. The D&D club has increased membership since this project was funded, and even more students have been able to use their imagination, tell stories, and solve problems in their campaigns.\r\nThe books have been extremely helpful in getting new players started, and in expanding the knowledge and skills of intermediate and advanced players.","fullyFundedDate":1759417779589,"projectUrl":"project/ttrpg-supplies-for-more-adventurous-midd/9774895/","projectTitle":"TTRPG Supplies for More Adventurous Middle Schoolers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Totten","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9370503"},{"teacherId":9243875,"projectId":9772076,"letterContent":"I truly love my 8th graders and the energy and curiosity they bring into the classroom I love my 8th graders' energy and curiosity, and this project helped create a focused, organized classroom where learning time is not lost. The whiteboards and markers keep all students engaged and let me quickly check understanding. The timer helps students manage their time, while activities like using Pop Rocks made science memorable and fun. Organizational supplies reduced distractions, and the tongs allowed students to safely help care for our campus. Thank you for supporting my students and their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1759423284381,"projectUrl":"project/from-pop-rocks-to-clean-parks-supportin/9772076/","projectTitle":"From Pop Rocks to Clean Parks: Supporting Learning and Engagement","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. N Provencio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9243875_orig.jpg?crop=1717,1717,x0,y148&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693464402087","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9243875"},{"teacherId":9696872,"projectId":9721800,"letterContent":"Thank you! Your incredible generosity has completely transformed our 8th-grade U.S. History classroom into an interactive and hands-on learning environment. The color toners have allowed us to print vibrant, full-color realia, maps, and photos, bringing historical events to life visually for our students. Furthermore, the markers and colored pencils are now used daily for creating dynamic posters and visual aids, allowing students to demonstrate their learning creatively instead of through basic written reports.\r\n\r\nWe have used several items to foster deep, conceptual understanding. The wooden blocks enabled an unforgettable activity where students built structures representing the flawed government under the Articles of Confederation, giving them a physical, spatial grasp of this complex topic. Our students are also using the USA puzzle map as a crucial resource to master the essential link between geography and historical developments like westward expansion. These tools have fundamentally changed how complex topics are taught and understood.\r\n\r\nFinally, your donation provided essential everyday learning tools. The Post-it notes are vital for teaching students how to annotate primary sources and textbooks—a critical college-readiness skill. The Scotch tape ensures their \"Book of Knowledge\" composition notebooks are organized and complete, while the games serve as valuable positive reinforcement, building community during breaks and after school. Thank you for investing in the future historians and critical thinkers in our classroom; we are deeply grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1759592065577,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-the-past-hands-on-history-kit/9721800/","projectTitle":"Unlocking the Past: Hands-On History Kits for Engaging Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Strait","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9696872"},{"teacherId":9725656,"projectId":9775464,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project! Your generosity has brought so much color, organization, and joy to our classroom. My students love playing Scrabble. It's such a fun way for them to build their vocabulary and spelling skills while working together and laughing along the way.\r\n\r\nThe colorful storage bins have made our room brighter and more organized, and the welcome mat adds a cheerful touch that greets everyone as they walk in every day. The leis will be a special part of our 8th grade promotion in May, a perfect way to celebrate their achievements.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students have a space that feels welcoming, engaging, and full of learning. Thank you for helping me create a classroom where they can grow, have fun, and feel proud every day!","fullyFundedDate":1759532633793,"projectUrl":"project/lets-celebrate-my-8th-graders/9775464/","projectTitle":"Let's Celebrate My 8th Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kelley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9725656"},{"teacherId":9725656,"projectId":9720586,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project! Because of your generosity, I was able to purchase a copy of The Magical Yet for each of my students. We read this book together at the start of the year, and it inspired them to keep trying and believe in their potential. I'm saving their copies to give as special 8th grade promotion gifts in May, so they can take that powerful message with them to high school.\r\n\r\nYour donations also helped me stock up on snacks and small candy prizes that keep my students motivated and cared for, especially those who come to school without much to eat. The ink and supplies you helped fund have brought color, organization, and joy to our classroom every day.\r\n\r\nThank you for making such a difference for my students and for helping create a positive, supportive space where they can learn and grow all year long!","fullyFundedDate":1760379449472,"projectUrl":"project/help-celebrate-my-amazing-8th-graders/9720586/","projectTitle":"Help Celebrate My Amazing 8th Graders!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kelley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9725656"},{"teacherId":9967515,"projectId":9772440,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my classroom project. Your contribution has helped me create a positive learning environment and transform their educational experience.\r\n\r\nSince receiving the graphic novels, fidget toys, and Hanayama puzzles, I've seen noticeable improvement with student engagement, especially with my reluctant learners. The fidget toys provide a short break so they are calmer and more focused during lessons. They particularly enjoy the challenging Hanayama puzzles, which gives them the opportunity to build confidence problem-solving them and form closer connections with classmates.\r\n\r\nOne of the most significant impacts has been on my students' logical reasoning and analytical thinking skills. Through hands-on problem-solving activities, they're developing critical thinking abilities that will serve them well beyond my classroom. Students who once struggled with complex concepts are now approaching problems methodically and celebrating their breakthrough moments.\r\n\r\nPerhaps most importantly, learning has become genuinely fun and interactive in ways I hadn't imagined. Students look forward to class, collaborate more effectively, and approach challenges with enthusiasm rather than frustration. The atmosphere has shifted from passive learning to active discovery.\r\n\r\nYour investment in my students' education is creating lasting benefits that extend far beyond academic achievement. 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