{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Hilo Intermediate School","outOfStateSupporters":34.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9372371,"projectId":9772198,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my project. The students have used the new nylon kitchen knives to practice cutting. The nylon knives are a great way for the students to practice cutting without accidentally cutting themselves. They learned how to properly hold a chef's knife while slicing, chopping, dicing, and mincing. \r\n\r\nI had originally planned on ordering more cookie sheets since the old ones are stained and warped. However, they were unavailable. Luckily we were able to receive other great supplies. The students are using new pencil sharpeners (that actually sharpen!) and now we have an ample supplies of cleaning materials to sanitize the kitchen.","fullyFundedDate":1759452581480,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-projects-in-home-economics/9772198/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Projects in Home Economics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. E","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9372371"},{"teacherId":2102414,"projectId":9772050,"letterContent":"When the fans arrived, the students immediately noticed how much cooler and more comfortable the classroom felt—especially on humid days. The improved airflow has helped everyone stay focused and engaged during lessons. The unlined paper has also opened up creative possibilities; students now use it for drawing diagrams, sketching during art integration projects, and planning essays more freely. Together, these resources have made our classroom a more comfortable, creative, and productive learning space. Next, students will continue using the paper for visual journaling and project planning as we build toward our end-of-quarter presentations.","fullyFundedDate":1759262236417,"projectUrl":"project/cool-creative-and-focused-essential-s/9772050/","projectTitle":"Cool, Creative, and Focused: Essential Supplies for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kubo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2102414_orig.jpg?crop=2298,2299,x0,y191&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729268550719","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2102414"},{"teacherId":7938458,"projectId":8877916,"letterContent":"The new resources—specifically the scientific calculators and the abundance of white board and classroom supplies—have revolutionized our daily workflow. Students no longer have to worry about borrowing a broken calculator or being unable to participate because they lack a pencil. Every student now comes prepared and ready to learn. \r\n\r\nThe students have been very responsible and do a good job caring for the calculators when in use. They appreciate using the calculator so we are able to focus on higher level multi step processes. These calculators have been a great accommodation for all students with the 8th grade math curriculum.","fullyFundedDate":1728948034075,"projectUrl":"project/stock-a-building-thinking-classroom/8877916/","projectTitle":"Stock a Building Thinking Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Knalson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7938458"},{"teacherId":9732253,"projectId":9244719,"letterContent":"Our New Classroom: A Space for Creativity and Growth\r\n\r\nWhen my students and I walked into our new classroom after Spring Break, the space felt a bit daunting. Moving classrooms unexpectedly can be tough, but thanks to your incredible generosity, we've been able to transform it into a vibrant and productive learning environment. Your contributions have made a tangible difference, and I want to share a little about how we've been using the new resources.\r\n\r\nThe new materials, like the wide variety of stationery and craft supplies, have made a huge impact. Our classroom can now be a place for hands-on, creative projects. For our Exploratory Wheel course, we recently kicked off a marketing and advertising unit. We used the colorful papers, markers, and other craft supplies you provided to design and create mock advertising campaigns for a fictional product. Students worked in teams, brainstorming slogans and designing eye-catching posters. Seeing them collaborate and bring their ideas to life with real, high-quality materials was truly a joy.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw all the supplies, their faces lit up. There were gasps of excitement, and a buzz of energy filled the room. The biggest reaction came from the sheer variety of items. They saw that this wasn't just about one or two things—it was about creating a complete space where their creativity could flourish. It gave them a sense of ownership and the feeling that this new classroom was truly theirs.\r\n\r\nOur next big step is to continue building on this momentum. Now that we have the foundational supplies, we can delve deeper into our projects. We're planning a large-scale project where students will use the new materials to create visual aids and props for their final presentations on a social issue they're passionate about. Your support has given us the tools we need to go from just learning about a topic to actively and creatively demonstrating that knowledge. Thank you again for helping us turn a challenging situation into a new opportunity for learning and growth.","fullyFundedDate":1746787291927,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-transform-our-new-classroom-for/9244719/","projectTitle":"Help Us Transform Our New Classroom for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Maemori","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9732253_orig.jpg?crop=947,947,x1431,y856&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755477145580","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9732253"},{"teacherId":2099890,"projectId":9156219,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my Wood Fun project. My focus was on supporting students turning pens to engage their creative juices and produce a cool product they could be proud of and really, help build their self-confidence. Students were super-engaged and interest increased as they watch classmates finish their products. This excitement was energizing for me because I knew they were learning a valuable life-long skill and developing a positive memory and response in my class. \r\n\r\nIt was a challenge at first because I discovered in my first iteration, they had to re-glue their pen blanks when they didn't do it properly the first time. I didn't have spare tubes and that was a problem. We were stealing them from the pen kits and well, without the tubes, the pen kits became useless. Of course, my class motto is: if you are not making mistakes, you aren't doing it right. Hmm, I forgot to have backups - my error - still learning! Thank you donors for helping supply those backups! \r\n\r\nThe bench drill press and pen jig was a total game changer in that it helped speed up the process. Students were easily able to center their pen blank and drill a hole that allows them to glue the pen tube in without issues. It really helped them focus on how they would turn and which woods they would use. Having pen blanks of different wood species available really increased allowed students to select a combination that was aesthetically pleasing to them and resulted in a pen that was a beautiful piece of art that they could share or give to family members. I could not do this without your support. Just look at those happy faces!","fullyFundedDate":1741882724493,"projectUrl":"project/wood-turning-fun/9156219/","projectTitle":"Wood Turning Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2099890_orig.jpg?crop=299,299,x10,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1605823587218","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cindy-fong"},{"teacherId":9967160,"projectId":9164209,"letterContent":"On behalf of the Hilo Intermediate School band program, I would like to thank you for your generous gift that you allowed us to receive. \r\n\r\nFunding is often a big issue and I make it a point to purchase only what we truly need. Often times it is to replace instruments that are not repairable. Sometimes this leads to using my allotted funds to just replace one item. That means the smaller things that need to be supplemented to the band often is passed on. \r\n\r\nWith your help, I was able to purchase a few items that helped my percussionist avoid having to purchase themselves (the mallets) and to avoid us to combine parts to make something usable (the cymbal stand). \r\n\r\nI truly am grateful for your generosity to the Hilo Intermediate School Band.","fullyFundedDate":1742084321438,"projectUrl":"project/playful-percussion/9164209/","projectTitle":"Playful Percussion","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Maesaka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9967160_orig.jpg?crop=1169,1170,x0,y577&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741829632770","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9967160"},{"teacherId":9732253,"projectId":8813845,"letterContent":"I'm writing to express my sincere gratitude for your contribution of three much-needed cooling fans to our classroom. Your support has made a significant and immediate difference in our learning environment, and I want to share how.\r\n\r\nBefore your gift, the afternoon heat in our Hilo classroom often became a major obstacle. Students would become restless, concentration waned, and it was challenging to maintain a productive learning atmosphere. Now, thanks to your kindness, that's changed!\r\n\r\nThe students' reaction when the fans arrived was priceless. As I unpacked them, there were audible gasps of delight and wide smiles. One student exclaimed, \"Yes! No more sweaty afternoons!\" and another said, \"This is going to make such a difference, Sensei!\" The relief was palpable, and the students were visibly excited to experience a more comfortable learning space.\r\n\r\nWe've already seen the positive effects. The quality as noticeably higher, and the classroom atmosphere was much more conducive to learning.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we will be using these fans daily, especially during the warmer parts of the day. They will help us maintain a comfortable and focused environment as we move into the next phase of our marketing project: presenting our plans to the class and receiving constructive feedback. This is a crucial step in their learning, and your contribution will ensure they can do it with energy and enthusiasm.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity. Your gift has not only cooled our classroom but has also ignited a renewed sense of focus and enthusiasm in my students. We are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1735345931469,"projectUrl":"project/cool-and-clean-air-quality-classroom-for/8813845/","projectTitle":"Cool and Clean Air Quality Classroom for Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Maemori","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9732253_orig.jpg?crop=947,947,x1431,y856&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755477145580","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9732253"},{"teacherId":2102414,"projectId":9156275,"letterContent":"In our 8th grade social studies classroom, the copy paper and bladeless filter fans have been total game-changers—especially with no A/C in the room! We recently launched a historical newspaper project where students took on the roles of journalists reporting on major events from the Civil War. The copy paper allowed students to draft articles, create illustrations, and build full-page layouts for their newspapers. Having plenty of paper on hand meant they could revise freely and get creative without worrying about running out of supplies. Meanwhile, the bladeless fans have made a huge difference—keeping the room cooler and the air circulating during those warmer afternoons when focus tends to drop. It's amazing how much more engaged students stay when they're not sweating through their work!\r\n\r\nWhen the students first walked in and saw the new fans, they were instantly curious—and honestly, pretty excited! A few even gathered around to figure out how they worked without blades. Their reactions showed just how much they appreciated the effort to make their learning space more comfortable. The copy paper also brought a surprising sense of relief; several students commented on how nice it was to not feel limited in how many drafts or drawings they could make. Looking ahead, we'll be using the materials again in our upcoming mock trial project on landmark Supreme Court cases, where students will create legal documents and courtroom visuals. These simple supplies are helping bring our lessons to life—and making a big impact on student learning and comfort along the way.","fullyFundedDate":1741989584726,"projectUrl":"project/breathe-copy-learn-history-enhanced-w/9156275/","projectTitle":"Breathe, Copy, Learn: History Enhanced With Clean Air and Paper.","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kubo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2102414_orig.jpg?crop=2298,2299,x0,y191&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729268550719","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2102414"},{"teacherId":9372371,"projectId":9157459,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my project. My students have used the cookie sheets, mesh strainers, silicone spatulas and skillets to make chocolate chip cookies, pizza, and pancakes. They were so happy when they saw that we have new equipment. The old mesh strainers were falling apart and the cookie sheets and skillets were stained and scratched. \r\n\r\nThey practiced their measuring skills by making the cookie dough, pizza dough, and pancake batter from \"scratch\". They were so proud of themselves when they tasted their creations. It not only looked delicious, they said it tasted great!!","fullyFundedDate":1741885625767,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-projects-in-home-economics/9157459/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Projects in Home Economics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. E","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9372371"},{"teacherId":7866435,"projectId":8887072,"letterContent":"Aloha! Mahalo for showing your support in my classroom. The donated calculators have been well-received, with students expressing enthusiasm and a sense of feeling \"fancy\" while using them. Students who need more time on computational skills are now engaged in the problem-solving process. Thereʻs a boost in self-confidence to be a part of the process in challenging task. \r\n\r\nProblem-solvers are diving further into mathematical ideas and patterns. These students have made connections within complex task because fundamental computation is much more efficient.\r\n\r\nMahalo nui for giving my students an enjoyable tool that has a positive impact on their learning!","fullyFundedDate":1729390588835,"projectUrl":"project/level-the-playing-field-with-scientific/8887072/","projectTitle":"Level the Playing Field with Scientific Calculators!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kumu Casey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7866435"},{"teacherId":9371694,"projectId":8877373,"letterContent":"Your generous donation has made a tremendous impact on our classroom. Thanks to your support, our students have access to nutritious snacks, keeping them energized and focused throughout the day. Additionally, your contribution has provided essential learning materials, enhancing their educational experience. Your kindness fosters a positive, supportive environment where every child can thrive. We are truly grateful for your generosity and the difference you are making in our students' lives. Thank you for your invaluable support!","fullyFundedDate":1728944708746,"projectUrl":"project/cooldown-and-snacks/8877373/","projectTitle":"Cooldown and Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kumu Ke'ala","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9371694"},{"teacherId":6249273,"projectId":8879861,"letterContent":"When the custodians came to deliver the boxes of fans, my students were ecstatic to receive new fans for the classroom. Prior to this, students were complaining of how hot my classroom was. They also tried to \"hog\" the few fans I had so that only they could feel the air. \r\n Fast forward to the present, my students are enjoying the new fans you bought for the classroom. Prior to this, we only had 5 fans; 2 of which were dying. With this being said, I was able to replace the 2 dying fans with new ones. By providing more fans for the classroom, it created the air to circulate better, thus keeping the classroom cool.","fullyFundedDate":1729088527105,"projectUrl":"project/help-keep-my-classroom-cool/8879861/","projectTitle":"Help Keep My Classroom Cool","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kaku","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6249273"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50761","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":560,"numTeachers":35,"percentFrplEligible":60,"percentAsian":7,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":27,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"7 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"16.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":66.0,"schoolId":50761,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Hilo Intermediate School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Hilo Intermediate School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/hawaii-school-district/hilo-intermediate-school/50761"}