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In reading, the letter tiles have become a favorite for practicing phonics, building words, and strengthening foundational literacy skills. These tactile experiences are helping my learners stay engaged, deepen their understanding, and feel successful.\r\nYour kindness has opened doors to meaningful learning experiences that we could not provide before.\r\nOn behalf of my students and myself, thank you for investing in their learning. Your support truly makes a difference every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1759206253584,"projectUrl":"project/tools-to-touch-learn-and-grow/9772626/","projectTitle":"Tools to Touch, Learn, and Grow","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jane","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9468819"},{"teacherId":7937302,"projectId":9774090,"letterContent":"We sincerely thank you for funding \"Exploring Ocean Literacy: Our Interconnectedness Ocean of Hawaiʻi\", a project that is now fully equipped to transform our students into active environmental stewards. Your support moves our high school students beyond theoretical learning to direct, hands-on observation of marine life and ecosystems struggling with issues like plastic pollution. By first cultivating empathy through research and observation journals, then challenging students to brainstorm and prototype innovative solutions to problems they've witnessed firsthand, your donation ensures this initiative successfully integrates critical research and compassionate action, preparing our students to be effective agents of change in their community and beyond.","fullyFundedDate":1759373853376,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-ocean-literacy-our-interconne/9774090/","projectTitle":"Exploring Ocean Literacy: Our Interconnectedness Ocean of Hawaiʻi","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. B","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7937302_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651356929576","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7937302"},{"teacherId":7937302,"projectId":9466837,"letterContent":"We sincerely thank you for funding \"Ocean Guardians: A Compassionate Call to Action,\" a project that is now fully equipped to transform our students into active environmental stewards. Your support moves our high school students beyond theoretical learning to direct, hands-on observation of marine life and ecosystems struggling with issues like plastic pollution. By first cultivating empathy through research and observation journals, then challenging students to brainstorm and prototype innovative solutions to problems they've witnessed firsthand, your donation ensures this initiative successfully integrates critical research and compassionate action, preparing our students to be effective agents of change in their community and beyond.","fullyFundedDate":1755737886230,"projectUrl":"project/ocean-guardians-a-compassionate-call-to/9466837/","projectTitle":"Ocean Guardians: A Compassionate Call to Action","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. B","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7937302_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651356929576","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7937302"},{"teacherId":7626484,"projectId":9162445,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kind and generous donation. These materials will really make a difference for my students and I appreciate your support of their learning. It helps make learning feel fun. They loved the new clay supplies. Students faces lit up when they saw these resources in the classroom. It has been rewarding to see the difference and impact your donation has made. Please know that with your help in this project you have made a bright spot for these students. We send you our appreciation.","fullyFundedDate":1742047786409,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-students-sel-project-based-lear/9162445/","projectTitle":"Help My Students: SEL Project Based Learning After Covid","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. N","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7626484_orig.png?crop=714,715,x17,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627510485850","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7626484"},{"teacherId":9809854,"projectId":9188155,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project, Smart Snacks: Fueling Students for Success! The moment the snacks arrived, my students' eyes lit up with joy and excitement. Many of them clapped and cheered, eager to see what kinds of healthy snacks we had received. It was a heartwarming moment that reminded me how even small things can make a big impact.\r\n\r\nWe've already started integrating the snacks into our daily routine. One specific moment that stood out was during a challenging reading lesson—several students were able to stay more focused and engaged after having a quick healthy snack. It's incredible how a little nourishment can help young learners recharge and give their best effort.\r\n\r\nRight now, we're working on building reading stamina and improving our writing skills. With these snacks keeping their energy up, students are better able to focus and participate in small group work, writing prompts, and phonics activities. These resources are not just fueling their bodies—they're fueling their confidence and learning.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, we're taking steps toward a more focused, energized, and successful classroom. We are so grateful for your kindness and belief in our student","fullyFundedDate":1746786220644,"projectUrl":"project/smart-snacks-fueling-students-for-succe/9188155/","projectTitle":"Smart Snacks: Fueling Students For Success.","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Badilla","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9809854"},{"teacherId":8979914,"projectId":9162265,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous gift of academic snacks. Your support means so much to our students, providing both nourishment and motivation. These snacks help fuel focus and success, showing students that their hard work is valued. We are truly grateful for your kindness and commitment to education.\r\n\r\nThe snacks provided through this project have made a surprisingly powerful impact in our classroom. At first, my students were thrilled — their eyes lit up when they saw the bins filled with healthy snacks. It might seem like a small thing, but for many of them, having a quick, nourishing option between lessons made them feel cared for and ready to focus.\r\n\r\nWe've been using the snacks strategically during key academic periods, like test prep, group discussions, and independent work blocks. One memorable moment was during a math review session — normally a time when energy and engagement dip — and thanks to the snacks, students stayed alert, cooperative, and more willing to persevere through challenging problems.\r\n\r\nThanks to the generosity of the Hawaii State Department of Education and Marc and Lynne Benioff, I've been able to create a more supportive learning environment where students feel both physically and emotionally ready to learn. This support has helped strengthen classroom routines and improve participation.","fullyFundedDate":1742005734393,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-academic-motivation/9162265/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Academic Motivation","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Elizares","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8979914"},{"teacherId":8363810,"projectId":9156825,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my classroom has become a more student-centered and engaging learning space. The flexible seating sofa has greatly impacted how my students approach their work. Instead of being confined to traditional desks, they can choose a space that suits their learning style, whether stretching out on the couch with a book, collaborating with a peer nearby, or curling up with a laptop for independent work. This autonomy has helped many students stay more focused, feel more comfortable, and take greater ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nThe incentive items you helped fund have also created a noticeable shift in motivation. Students now work toward meaningful rewards, recognizing academic progress and positive behavior. This has increased participation and helped build a more supportive and enthusiastic classroom culture.\r\n\r\nOne student, who previously struggled with engagement and often hesitated to participate, has especially taken to the flexible seating option. She now chooses the sofa daily during independent reading time and has started completing her assignments more consistently. The new setup's comfort and freedom has clearly given her the confidence and calm she needed.\r\n\r\nIt's sometimes easy to overlook how the environment affects learning, but your contribution has shown how powerful these changes can be. Thank you for helping us create a classroom where students feel seen, supported, and excited to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1741920347846,"projectUrl":"project/reading-for-pleasure-storytelling-and/9156825/","projectTitle":"Reading for Pleasure, Storytelling, and Gratitude","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramos Jimenez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8363810"},{"teacherId":9468819,"projectId":9158697,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous support of our classroom! Thanks to your donations, we received new math and reading manipulatives, whiteboards, markers, and even some much-needed cleaning supplies. These resources have made an incredible difference in our daily routines and learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe materials have become essential during our lessons, helping students share their thinking more freely and participate actively. The cleaning supplies have also helped us keep our classroom a safe and tidy space, which we all appreciate.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our learning. Your generosity is helping my students grow not only academically but also in their confidence and excitement about school. We're looking forward to using these resources for many lessons and learning moments to come!","fullyFundedDate":1741963971255,"projectUrl":"project/a-fun-cozy-classroom-learning-with-to/9158697/","projectTitle":"A Fun & Cozy Classroom: Learning with Tools for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jane","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9468819"},{"teacherId":9378642,"projectId":9157774,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to help provide snacks for our students, especially those in the after-school tutoring program. Your support has made a big difference in keeping our students fed and focused after a long day of learning. Many students come straight to tutoring after school, and having snacks available gives them the energy they need to stay motivated and do their best.\r\n\r\nWe also want to thank you for the volleyball. It has been a great way for students to take a break, have fun, and stay active in between studying. Your kindness and support mean a lot to us, and we are truly grateful for everything you have done to help our students succeed. \r\n\r\nMahalo for caring about our school and our future!","fullyFundedDate":1741922857937,"projectUrl":"project/after-school-tutoring-program/9157774/","projectTitle":"After-School Tutoring Program","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Diane","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9378642"},{"teacherId":9836803,"projectId":9117043,"letterContent":"We've been absolutely delighted with the new hands-on STEM materials, and my students have been equally enthusiastic! When they first saw the resources, their excitement was evident. The room was buzzing with energy as they eagerly explored the materials, trying to figure out how everything worked. It's amazing to witness their engagement and enthusiasm for diving into new concepts.\r\nOne memorable project was when I challenged my students to collaborate in groups and build something using the materials we've been working with in our STEM lessons. Their creations could reflect creativity, problem-solving skills, or real-world applications of what they've learned. After building, we held a \"Show and Share\" session, where each group presented their project to the class. They shared how it worked, the lessons they learned, and the challenges they faced during construction. It was incredible to see them think outside the box, and their projects were truly impressive.\r\nNext, we're moving on to an exciting project about building bridges. Using the materials we have, the students will design and build their own bridges, testing different designs to see which can hold the most weight. This is a perfect opportunity for them to apply what they've learned about forces, materials, and engineering design. Along the way, they'll also think critically about the sustainability of their materials and how real-world bridges are built to withstand environmental stresses.\r\nWe'll have a testing day to see which bridge holds the most weight before breaking! This challenge will give them a chance to push themselves and collaborate with their peers to create the most innovative designs. I'm excited to see how each student tackles this challenge, and I know it will help them think like engineers while having fun with their creativity.\r\nWe're deeply grateful for the donors who helped make this possible. These resources have transformed the way my students engage with STEM learning, and I'm eager to see where their curiosity takes them next!","fullyFundedDate":1743599354827,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-stem-materials/9117043/","projectTitle":"Hands-on STEM Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Daquioag","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9836803"},{"teacherId":7937302,"projectId":9230193,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! Your support allows us to buy essential protective gear for our tools our students use to create impactful environmental stories through video production. Given the demanding nature of video editing and the collaborative, this protection is crucial to prevent damage and ensure uninterrupted learning. Your contribution directly safeguards our equipment, guarantees the continuity of our students' education, and maximizes the long-term success of our project by preventing costly repairs and ensuring our students can focus on their creative work. We are deeply grateful for your belief in our students and their important mission!","fullyFundedDate":1744032807714,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-through-protection-safeguard/9230193/","projectTitle":"Empowering Through Protection: Safeguarding Our Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. B","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7937302_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651356929576","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7937302"},{"teacherId":9836214,"projectId":9155160,"letterContent":"We are writing to express our deepest gratitude for your incredibly generous support of our classroom project, \"History Glows: Joyful Classroom Ignites Passion, Discovery, and Wonder.\" Your kindness and commitment to enriching our students' learning experience have truly made a significant impact.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generous donations, our classroom has been transformed into a vibrant and inspiring space that sparks curiosity and fosters a love for learning. The abundance of school supplies, the organized storage solutions, the colorful pencils, and the delightful decorations you provided have breathed new life into our daily lessons.","fullyFundedDate":1741742424794,"projectUrl":"project/history-glows-joyful-classroom-ignites/9155160/","projectTitle":"History Glows: Joyful Classroom Ignites Passion, Discovery, and Wonder.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fujikawa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9836214_orig.jpg?crop=1284,1284,x0,y355&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731531399810","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9836214"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50769","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":488,"numTeachers":41,"percentFrplEligible":75,"percentAsian":12,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":9,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":12,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"11.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":47.9,"schoolId":50769,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Ka'u High & Pahala Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Ka'u High & Pahala Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/hawaii-school-district/ka-u-high-pahala-elementary-school/50769"}