{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":30.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4952112,"projectId":9782722,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for all your support to my classroom and my fifth graders (and future ones! Our class is using the new resources to actively teach and practice emotional self-regulation throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nThe weighted lap pads and plush animals have been game-changers. For instance, during our challenging math block, I noticed one student, who often gets restless, was starting to constantly get out of their seat, move around, rock in their chair, etc. Instead of prompting her, she quietly chose a weighted sloth plush and placed it on her lap. She took three deep breaths and was immediately able to settle back down and finish her work. It wasn't about punishment or a break; it was a student independently choosing a tool to manage her own energy.\r\n\r\nThe wobble stools are now integrated into our small group area, and is available for them to use for a block period or during tests. Students who need subtle movement to focus can now sway gently while actively participating in discussions, which has significantly reduced disruptive fidgeting and increased engagement. The art supplies are also key, providing a non-verbal outlet. Our students love to decompress by using the new oil pastels for quiet drawing after a heavy assessment, turning moments of anxiety into moments of creative calm.\r\n\r\nWhen the students found out about all the exciting things coming their way from our generous donors, their reaction was a wonderful mix of curiosity and immediate relief.\r\n\r\nWhen the wobble stools arrived, they were fascinated by the unique design, and their first instinct was to test them out, which we turned into a mini-lesson on active listening while seated. However, the most profound reaction came from the weighted lap pads. Several students, particularly those who struggle with high anxiety, immediately understood the purpose. They gently hugged the plush sloths and black cats and put the lap pads on, and you could just see the anxiety and pressure just release. \r\n\r\nIt was powerful to see the materials normalize the need for a break. It's no longer seen as an intervention for bad behavior, but as a suite of professional, comfortable tools designed to help them be their best selves. They see the Calm Corner now not as a timeout spot, but as their personal emotional toolkit.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to elevate the creative coping mechanism component of the Calm Corner. When needed, some of my students have engaged in \"Emotion Maps\" using the new dry-erase boards and cardstock. The students use the dry-erase markers to quickly sketch and label how different emotions (like frustration or excitement) feel in their bodies, making the abstract concept of emotion very concrete.\r\n\r\nFollowing that, students will use the new oil pastels and cardstock to create a Halloween Spooky House project. I received an idea, and during my SEL, I'd like to try \"Mood Artwork\"—abstract pieces that express their current emotional state using color and texture. We will then use the plastic folders to create personal, private portfolios for their artwork and self-regulation plans. This project will help them build an emotional library, reinforcing the understanding that art is a powerful and healthy way to process big feelings—a skill they can carry with them long after they leave our classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for your continued support in our child's success! It means the world to us!! My students have been more reflective, able to self regulate, and just enjoy being in the classroom, being less afraid to make mistakes, and taking more \"risks\" to try!","fullyFundedDate":1759608142321,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-a-sense-of-calm/9782722/","projectTitle":"Bringing a Sense of Calm","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4952112_orig.jpg?crop=2311,2311,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651533105531","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jchong"},{"teacherId":7815455,"projectId":9781151,"letterContent":"Our Amazon boxes arrived so quick after I submitted our project! I opened them first thing and told the kids we got some new toys before they arrived in the class. The heavy weighted dog pillows have been perfect for my child that has a difficult time sitting at circle time. He thinks it is Clifford the Dog and loves to hold and cuddle with him while he sits on his chair. The new manipulatives are so great for my special education class. They are able to play with them while also work on their IEP goals. They have been so helpful for our class as they all love 'new' toys. We are so appreciative of these donations, especially since we only get $300 for our classroom supplies each year. Thank you so much for your donations, we appreciate your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1759592379610,"projectUrl":"project/stem-sensory-toys/9781151/","projectTitle":"STEM & Sensory Toys","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Blake","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7815455_orig.jpg?crop=2000,2000,x80,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1622069341356","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7815455"},{"teacherId":9145734,"projectId":9171099,"letterContent":"🌟 Describing the Impact: \"3 S's: Seats, Sight Words, and Stamps\" 🌟\r\nThanks to your incredible generosity, the \"3 S's: Seats, Sight Words, and Stamps\" project has made a profound and immediate impact on our classroom environment and my students' daily learning! The difference is truly visible every day.\r\n\r\nWe are now using the resources constantly. The flexible seating options—like wobble stools and floor cushions—have been transformative. Students who previously struggled with long periods of sitting now have the freedom to choose a learning space that helps them focus. Just last week, during a challenging writing assignment, I watched a student who usually taps his pencil constantly opt for a wiggle seat. He stayed focused and completed the assignment with an attention level I hadn't seen before. The sight word games have turned drilling into joyful competition. We now start our resource period with a quick game, and the students cheer when they get a word right. Their reaction when they first saw the big box of new materials was one of pure, unadulterated excitement—a collective gasp followed by kids practically bouncing in their chairs, asking, \"Can we use that now?\" It instantly signaled to them that learning was about to get fun and engaging.\r\n\r\nThe new stamps have revolutionized my ability to collect real-time data while remaining present with my students. Instead of pausing instruction to make notes, a quick stamp during a sight word activity or a math problem lets me instantly record mastery or areas of need. This efficiency means more dedicated time for one-on-one instruction and small group support. Our current classroom focus is diving into fractions and main idea in reading. The next step will be integrating the flexible seating into our new fraction stations, where students will be using hands-on manipulatives in their preferred learning space. Similarly, we'll use our sight word games to build fluency before tackling multi-paragraph texts to identify the main idea. Your support is directly helping us make these complex concepts accessible and exciting.\r\n\r\nThank you again for giving my students the tools they need to be successful and for helping them truly love learning!","fullyFundedDate":1742166975020,"projectUrl":"project/3-ss-seats-sight-words-and-stamps/9171099/","projectTitle":"3 S's: Seats, Sight Words, and Stamps","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Inouye","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9145734"},{"teacherId":9917967,"projectId":9480624,"letterContent":"This project has already made a meaningful difference for my students. The calm corner has given our classroom a safe space for self-regulation, which has been especially helpful for children who experience big feelings throughout the day. One of my students with ASD has used the space to take breaks when overwhelmed, and it has helped them return to learning more quickly and with greater focus. The acoustic panels and carpet help make the space a calm and safe place to reset, and I am very grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1753228076143,"projectUrl":"project/calm-corner-setup/9480624/","projectTitle":"Calm Corner Setup","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Watling","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9917967_orig.jpg?crop=2175,2175,x0,y58&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752947779088","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9917967"},{"teacherId":9369085,"projectId":8880374,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! My students greatly appreciate the iPad and LOVE using it in the classroom. When I announced that they could use the iPad, they were so excited and happy! \r\n\r\nThey use the iPad to practice handwriting, as a toy during centers (to play learning games), and to collaborate with each other. They use the iPad to take pictures of their work to share with their families.\r\n\r\nYour dedication to our classroom and to education does not go unnoticed! Thank you so much for all that you do to support our keiki in Hawaii!","fullyFundedDate":1729128405931,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-technology/8880374/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sakuda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9369085"},{"teacherId":9369085,"projectId":9158233,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations! It's greatly appreciated and the students LOVE using the new iPad! Students are able to use the iPad during centers time, for computer science, and to collaborate with each other using a device that is familiar to them! It's been really great to see the growth in their technological skills and how excited they are to use the new iPads!\r\n\r\nYour commitment to education is AMAZING and our A4 students are forever grateful for your donation. Mahalo again for all of your support!","fullyFundedDate":1741920174220,"projectUrl":"project/computer-science-learning/9158233/","projectTitle":"Computer Science Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sakuda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9369085"},{"teacherId":9746569,"projectId":8774796,"letterContent":"Thanks to this project, I was able to start my classroom fully equipped with the tools my students and I needed to succeed during my emergency hire year. The office supplies kept our daily routines running smoothly, while the social-emotional learning tools helped create a supportive and compassionate classroom community. Curriculum resources made lessons more engaging and accessible, giving every student the chance to grow both academically and personally. Having these materials ready to go allowed me to focus on building relationships and delivering meaningful instruction rather than worrying about what we lacked. Your generosity played a direct role in making my first year of teaching not only manageable, but successful — and my students are stronger learners and community members because of it.","fullyFundedDate":1726642631616,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-success-office-sel-and-c/8774796/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Success: Office, Sel, and Curriculum Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Colaco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9746569"},{"teacherId":9656702,"projectId":8854631,"letterContent":"Guess what? Thanks to your amazing gift, it's officially art time at our school! We were so excited to open the boxes and see all the wonderful supplies you sent. We can't wait to start creating, painting, and making all sorts of colorful things. Your donation means the world to us, and we're so grateful for your kindness!\r\n\r\nWe're already dreaming up amazing projects, and your support is making it all possible. Get ready to see some fantastic art soon! Thank you again for helping us fill our classroom with creativity and joy. Mahalo","fullyFundedDate":1728188194037,"projectUrl":"project/woohoo-its-art-time/8854631/","projectTitle":"Woohoo! It’s Art Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Oasay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9656702_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728189612017","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9656702"},{"teacherId":9656702,"projectId":9160582,"letterContent":"Your incredible generosity has helped us bring our project, \"Building Confidence Through Creativity and Care,\" to life! Because of you, our students now have the art supplies and materials they need to express themselves and explore their imaginations. Your donation isn't just funding paintbrushes and canvases; it's providing our students with a safe and inspiring space to build self-confidence, practice mindfulness, and discover the power of their own unique voices. We are so grateful for your belief in their potential.\r\n\r\nWatching our students dive into these creative activities has been truly heartwarming. They are learning to problem-solve, collaborate, and celebrate their individuality through every project they complete. Thank you for your kindness and for helping us show these young artists that their creativity is valued and their dreams are worth investing in. Your support has made a meaningful difference, and we can't wait to share the amazing artwork and projects they create this year! Mahalo","fullyFundedDate":1742155460362,"projectUrl":"project/building-confidence-through-creativity-a/9160582/","projectTitle":"Building Confidence Through Creativity and Care","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Oasay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9656702_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728189612017","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9656702"},{"teacherId":8974130,"projectId":8881165,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations to our school. Your support makes a real difference in the lives of our students and teachers.\r\n\r\nThanks to your contributions, we received the following items:\r\n\r\nLakeshore Children of the World Book Set\r\n\r\nNational Geographic Nonfiction Readers - Level 1\r\n\r\nLogitech Ergo M575 Wireless Trackball Mouse for Business\r\n\r\nIRIS USA Plastic Storage Bins (6 Qt. and 2.7 Qt. packs)\r\n\r\n12 Pcs Sorted Teacher Self-Inking Stamps\r\n\r\nThe Lakeshore and National Geographic book sets will enrich our classroom libraries, providing engaging stories and fascinating facts that will inspire our students' love of reading. The Logitech Ergo Mouse will provide a comfortable and efficient tool for our administrative tasks. Additionally, the IRIS USA storage bins will help us keep our classroom supplies organized, and the self-inking stamps will be a fun and effective way for teachers to provide feedback and encouragement to our students.\r\n\r\nYour thoughtful gifts will have a lasting impact on our students' education and our teachers' ability to create a nurturing and organized learning environment. We are truly grateful for your generosity and commitment to our school's success.","fullyFundedDate":1729210236155,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-organized/8881165/","projectTitle":"Let's Get Organized","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hutchinson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8974130"},{"teacherId":8974130,"projectId":9152090,"letterContent":"We are writing to express our sincere gratitude for your generous support of our classroom project. Thanks to your kindness, we have received a wonderful collection of resources that will significantly enhance our students' learning experiences.\r\n\r\nThe items you provided will make a tremendous difference:\r\n\r\nECR4Kids Bentwood Stackable Stools (6-Piece): These stools will provide flexible and comfortable seating options, promoting collaboration and engagement during various activities.\r\n\r\nLearning Letters by Four Dublee - Phonics Letter Tiles (3 sets): These magnetic letter tiles are invaluable for hands-on phonics instruction, helping students develop essential reading and spelling skills.\r\n\r\nCrabtree Ecosystems Close Up Book Set of 6: This book set will enrich our science curriculum, allowing students to explore ecosystems in depth and foster a love for environmental science.\r\n\r\nLakeshore Washable Ink Pads (5-Color Set): These ink pads will be perfect for creative art projects and literacy activities, encouraging fine motor skill development and artistic expression.\r\n\r\nSATINIOR 36 Pcs Privacy Boards: These privacy boards will create focused learning environments for individual work, reducing distractions and promoting concentration.\r\n\r\nScotch Magic Tape (7 rolls with dispensers): A classroom staple, this tape will be used daily for countless projects, repairs, and organizational tasks.\r\n\r\n60-Piece Wood Alphabet Stamp Set (3 sets): These stamps will be fantastic for literacy centers, allowing students to practice letter recognition, spelling, and creative writing.\r\n\r\n6 Pack Multi-Function Electronic Timers (2 sets): These timers will help with time management during activities, transitions, and independent work, teaching students valuable self-regulation skills.\r\n\r\nSchool Zone - Math War Addition & Subtraction Game Cards (8 sets): These game cards will make learning math facts fun and engaging, reinforcing essential arithmetic skills through play.\r\n\r\nScotch Painter's Tape (3 rolls): This versatile tape is ideal for art projects, creating boundaries, and securing materials.\r\n\r\nLetter Beads and Bracelet String: These supplies will be used for fine motor activities, spelling practice, and creative expression, allowing students to make personalized items while reinforcing literacy.\r\n\r\nYoshi and the Ocean: A Sea Turtle's Incredible Journey Home: This book will be a wonderful addition to our classroom library, inspiring discussions about marine life and conservation.\r\n\r\nEach of these items contributes to creating a more dynamic, engaging, and supportive learning environment for all our students. We are incredibly grateful for your generosity and belief in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your invaluable support.","fullyFundedDate":1741636301144,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning/9152090/","projectTitle":"Hands on Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hutchinson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8974130"},{"teacherId":8823348,"projectId":9157633,"letterContent":"When my students first walked into the classroom and saw the new materials, especially the claw machine and stress balls, their excitement was contagious. The claw machine has become a beloved reinforcer, motivating students to stay engaged and work hard, while the stress balls have provided a calming outlet for emotional regulation. These tools have been especially impactful in our post-COVID learning environment, where many students are still rebuilding their ability to focus, self-regulate, and feel safe in a classroom setting.\r\n\r\nThe mobile whiteboard has been a game-changer for delivering clear, visual instruction that supports the diverse needs of my special education students. It allows me to break down complex concepts in real time, helping students better understand and retain material. The sequencing cards and Legos have also played a key role in rebuilding foundational skills like comprehension, direction-following, and copying—skills that were significantly impacted during remote learning. These resources have helped create a more supportive, engaging, and structured environment where students can thrive as they continue to recover academically and emotionally from the disruptions of the pandemic. Thank you for being part of their journey forward.","fullyFundedDate":1741898594092,"projectUrl":"project/rebuilding-learning-supporting-special/9157633/","projectTitle":"Rebuilding Learning: Supporting Special Education Students Post-COVID","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Aileen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8823348_orig.png?crop=1280,1280,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667247535561","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8823348"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50905","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":371,"numTeachers":34,"percentFrplEligible":21,"percentAsian":6,"percentBlack":10,"percentWhite":44,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":18,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"10.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":69.7,"schoolId":50905,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/central-oahu-school-district/pearl-harbor-kai-elementary-school/50905"}