{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"1SG Samuel K. Solomon Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":47.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1896715,"projectId":8031911,"letterContent":"By supporting this project you not only changed my students lives but you also made a positive impact on all of their military impacted families also.\r\n\r\nWhen coming to Hawaii my military families are making a huge overseas move and change in their lives to a place and culture they have only seen in movies. By supporting this project, you have given my students a chance to see what real Hawaiian culture looks like, something that impacts them longer than just one day. \r\n\r\nThank you for helping me achieve my vision of showing these familyies what true Hawaiian culture is about!","fullyFundedDate":1700366377755,"projectUrl":"project/help-make-hawaiian-culture-come-alive/8031911/","projectTitle":"Help Make Hawaiian Culture Come Alive!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tsuji","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1896715_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1568679074913","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1896715"},{"teacherId":7163118,"projectId":10107309,"letterContent":"Mahalo Nui Loa!! Your generosity is greatly appreciated by our robotics and eSports teams! They were able to have a snack afterschool before each practice.\r\n\r\nThe addition of another Nintendo Switch was a great hit! The students really appreciated being able to practice more frequently with their teammates. The additional Nintendo Switch made it possible for more students to practice the different areas for their Mario Kart eSports competition. Although they did not place at the tournament, they did give their best effort!","fullyFundedDate":1771688611907,"projectUrl":"project/esports-robotics-support/10107309/","projectTitle":"eSports & Robotics Support","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tateyama","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7163118_orig.jpg?crop=1781,1781,x0,y23&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1587181992532","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ses-tateyama"},{"teacherId":7936930,"projectId":10109078,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing new informational texts for our young readers. The children are loving learning about the real world, looking at the pictures, and making connections to their own experiences. The bugs and vehicles are great hits.\r\n\r\nOur cooking center has offered the opportunity for children to watch science in action. Mixing ingredients and watch them change form has fascinated the children. They've made play dough for our learning centers, smoothies, pancakes and donuts. \r\n\r\nChildren are developing working memory skills by following step by step recipes. Math skills are progressing through counting ingredients and comparing sizes of measuring tools. Language is growing as a result of using cooking terms.\r\n\r\nWe are excited to continue using these resources.","fullyFundedDate":1771733460873,"projectUrl":"project/learning-through-experience/10109078/","projectTitle":"Learning through Experience","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7936930_orig.jpg?crop=974,974,x0,y110&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1646618798653","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7936930"},{"teacherId":9119266,"projectId":8665996,"letterContent":"Your contribution has made a meaningful and immediate impact in our classroom. Because of your support, my students now have access to the sensory tools and communication resources they need to feel calm, engaged, and successful. I've already seen students who were once overwhelmed begin to participate more, communicate their needs, and build independence. Transitions are smoother, frustration has decreased, and learning time has increased. These changes may seem small, but for my students, they are huge steps forward. Your generosity is truly changing their daily experiences and helping them reach their full potential.","fullyFundedDate":1723939942663,"projectUrl":"project/multi-sensory-learning/8665996/","projectTitle":"Multi-Sensory Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DeStefani","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9119266_orig.jpg?crop=665,665,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690440045603","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9119266"},{"teacherId":9804544,"projectId":10104905,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous donation of physical education equipment to our program. Your support has made an immediate and meaningful impact on our students' daily experiences. The addition of the electronic volleyball whistle has already improved communication and safety during activities, while the two new soccer goals have energized our students and expanded opportunities for skill-building, teamwork, and play.\r\n\r\nThe giant frisbees have quickly become a favorite, encouraging creativity, coordination, and inclusive participation across all grade levels. Additionally, the laminator has been an invaluable resource, allowing us to create durable instructional materials, visual aids, and game resources that will benefit our students for years to come. These tools not only enhance the quality of our lessons but also help us better engage and support a wide range of learners.\r\n\r\nYour generosity directly contributes to a more active, engaging, and enriching environment for our students. We truly appreciate your commitment to supporting physical education and student wellness. Thank you for helping us create opportunities that inspire confidence, teamwork, and a lifelong love of movement.","fullyFundedDate":1771596409447,"projectUrl":"project/physical-education-rocks/10104905/","projectTitle":"Physical Education Rocks!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Young","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9804544"},{"teacherId":7233278,"projectId":10104096,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in helping fund my project. This will help my student with their learning through teamwork by using the switch for wSports. They will put it to good use. The students have been excited about using the switch to play with.\r\n\r\nThe students have been using the switch and supplies almost every day. They enjoy playing with the switch. They are learning and problem-solving skills using the switch.\r\n\r\nThank you again so much for donating to help my students receive supplies for our class to draw with robots.","fullyFundedDate":1771455025658,"projectUrl":"project/switch-and-supplies/10104096/","projectTitle":"Switch and Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tam","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7233278"},{"teacherId":7933699,"projectId":10105622,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to purchase wordless picture books and materials for Social Emotional Learning for our parent engagement activity. We recognized the students in various categories and was able to share with parents more information regarding our EL program.\r\n\r\nTraditionally, the parent turn-out at our school has been low. It was wonderful to see many more families attend this event and increase parent involvement. Together, we practiced our oral communication skills with our EL students, creating a memorable experience for everyone involved. The families were able to create and take home sensory bottles. The students really loved making their own to take home. Your support made a significant difference!","fullyFundedDate":1771718857534,"projectUrl":"project/center-activities-with-el-families/10105622/","projectTitle":"Center Activities With EL Families","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Watanabe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7933699"},{"teacherId":10293710,"projectId":10105850,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity through DonorsChoose, our classroom has transformed into a space where students feel safer, calmer, and more connected to one another. Your gift of SEL picture books, weighted blankets, emotion stuffies, and SEL games has had a lasting impact on how my students learn to understand their emotions, regulate their nervous systems, and build healthy relationships with peers.\r\n\r\nWhen I introduced the new donated items, the faces of the students lit up with excitement and curiosity. Many immediately gravitated toward the emotion stuffies, identifying which one matched how they were feeling. Others couldn't wait to explore the games, asking if they could play them right away. The weighted blankets quickly became a favorite, and students began asking thoughtful questions about how they work to help our bodies feel calm. They felt seen and cared for simply by having tools designed to help them.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has created a ripple effect that will last far beyond this school year.","fullyFundedDate":1771616742573,"projectUrl":"project/play-learn-heal-sel-resources-for-stu/10105850/","projectTitle":"Play, Learn, Heal: SEL Resources for Students with Big Feelings","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Muzik","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10293710_orig.jpg?crop=1244,1244,x0,y360&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759217434484","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10293710"},{"teacherId":9806477,"projectId":9784869,"letterContent":"By providing pencils, you are directly supporting the development of crucial fine motor skills and pincer grasp—the physical foundations necessary for writing, independence, and long-term academic confidence. These aren't just writing utensils; they are the tools that allow my students to express their ideas and master the mechanics of learning with their own hands.\r\n\r\nBeyond the students' desks, the paper cutter and laminating supplies serve as a force multiplier for instruction. These tools allow me to quickly transform paper into durable, reusable, and engaging hands-on materials that can withstand the daily wear and tear of a busy classroom. By streamlining my prep time, your donation allows me to pivot my energy away from logistics and back toward what matters most: direct student engagement and individualized support. Your investment ensures that every child, regardless of how many times they have moved, enters a classroom equipped with the high-quality resources and the focused teacher they deserve.","fullyFundedDate":1759627280423,"projectUrl":"project/essential-classroom-kits/9784869/","projectTitle":"Essential Classroom Kits","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9806477"},{"teacherId":10351382,"projectId":9897440,"letterContent":"In Mr. E's third-grade classroom, there is one word that serves as our North Star: Ohana. From the very first moment we gathered together this school year, we have talked about what it truly means to be a family within these four walls. We teach the children that being part of an Ohana means that we look out for one another, we lift each other up, and—most importantly—we work together to make sure that every single family member gets everything they need to succeed.\r\n\r\nI am writing to you today to express our thanks. Through your incredible generosity, you have become an essential part of our Ohana. Your donations have provided the resources, the atmosphere, and the inspiration necessary to ensure that every one of my students has the opportunity to flourish.\r\n\r\nA Space Created by the Students\r\nOne of the most important steps in building our Ohana was making sure the students felt that this classroom was truly their own space. It isn't just a room where they sit and listen; it is a place they helped build. Thanks to your gifts, we were able to spend time working as a team to make this vision a reality.\r\n\r\nOur room was buzzing with excitement as the students took charge of the vibrant wave decorations, carefully lining them up across the cabinets and the sink area. It has turned our cleanup station into a refreshing part of our environment. While they were busy with the waves and helping me secure our large world map in its place of honor, I worked on pinning the planet decorations to the boards at the very front and rear of the classroom.\r\n\r\nNow, when the students look around, they see their own handiwork. They see a world they helped map out, a sea of waves they helped \"surf\" across our cabinets, and a universe of planets surrounding them. This sense of ownership is crucial; when students feel that a space is their own, they treat it—and each other—with a deeper level of respect and care.\r\n\r\nMeeting Every Member's Needs\r\nThe core of our Ohana philosophy is ensuring everyone has what they need to be successful. Every child learns differently, and your donations have allowed me to meet those diverse needs in ways I couldn't have done alone.\r\n\r\nThe Ring Doorbell: This has become our favorite way to bring our focus back to the task at hand. It's a gentle, melodic attention-getter that brings the students' focus back to the front without me ever having to raise my voice. It creates a calm, predictable environment.\r\n\r\nKick Bands: For our students who need to move to stay focused, these have been a total game-changer. In our Ohana, we don't expect everyone to sit perfectly still if that isn't how they learn best. These bands give them the sensory input they need to stay engaged.\r\n\r\nDiversity in Our Library\r\nOur class library is the heart of our daily discovery, and your contributions have helped our collection grow into something truly special. While our library holds a wide variety of stories, your donations have allowed us to include more books with a specific focus on Black and Hawaiian culture.\r\n\r\nIn third grade, identity is everything. When a student picks up a book and sees a hero who looks like them, or reads a story that honors the traditions of their own heritage, it reaffirms their value in this world. These additions ensure that our library is a mirror for all our students and a window for their peers, helping our Ohana develop not just literacy skills, but a sense of pride and a deeper understanding of the diverse family we belong to.\r\n\r\nStewardship and Celebration\r\nA family succeeds when it has the right resources and a sense of order. The new organization tools, bins, and totes have made our daily life so much smoother. The students take great pride in being stewards of their own space. Having a dedicated home for every supply helps them stay responsible and ensures that our learning time is never wasted.\r\n\r\nFinally, the prizes for \"Mr. E's Mystery Treasure Chest\" have become the heartbeat of our positive reinforcement. We use these to celebrate the moments when a student embodies the spirit of Ohana—whether they are helping a friend who is struggling or showing incredible perseverance. These rewards are a tangible way to say, \"I see your hard work, and your contribution to our family matters.\"\r\n\r\nThank You for Joining Our Ohana\r\nYour kindness has shown my students that they are cared for by a community that wants them to have every advantage. You have helped me create a space where they feel empowered, supported, and ready to take on the world. Thank you for making sure my students have everything they need to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1763726406127,"projectUrl":"project/organized-and-inspired-a-classroom-enha/9897440/","projectTitle":"Organized and Inspired: A Classroom Enhancement Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. E","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10351382"},{"teacherId":7163118,"projectId":9773770,"letterContent":"We are very grateful for your donation to help our eSports and Robotics programs. Our eSports students are excited that they do not have to wait as long to practice, as we now have an additional Switch! The students want to perform well at the competitions and love to practice. They are able to get more hands on practice time in while still being able to watch each other practice and give feedback to each other. \r\n\r\nOur Robotics students are able to charge their devices without having to double check if a particular cable and port was available now that we have more cables with the correct connections.","fullyFundedDate":1759362555148,"projectUrl":"project/esports-and-robotics-support/9773770/","projectTitle":"eSports and Robotics Support","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tateyama","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7163118_orig.jpg?crop=1781,1781,x0,y23&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1587181992532","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ses-tateyama"},{"teacherId":10294451,"projectId":9779668,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom. Your support has made a meaningful difference, and we are incredibly grateful for your kindness. 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