{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kohala Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":35.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3825294,"projectId":10146203,"letterContent":"This project funding has made such an impact on my students. In third grade we learn how to take this really hard state test. We try to plan breaks and snacks. This year the school did not have the money to purchase snacks for the children. Having these snacks was perfect. If someone came late we had noodles for breakfast or a granola bar. If we were just having a bad morning we could have a little treat before we began our test. I had so many snacks that some of them even carried into the next school year! Thew children this year are able to have a snack an hour before lunch. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1778061116753,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-snacks-for-grumbly-tummies/10146203/","projectTitle":"Healthy Snacks for Grumbly Tummies!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wiernicki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3825294_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1503791993917","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3825294"},{"teacherId":4966478,"projectId":10108251,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Fueling Minds and Math in Hawaiʻi project! My students were excited when they first saw the colorful math materials and immediately wanted to begin exploring them. We have used the fraction models to make multiplying fractions more visual and understandable. During one lesson, students worked together to represent fraction problems with the models, connect their models to equations, and explain their thinking to one another. They also used the volume cubes to build rectangular prisms and determine their volume. These hands-on activities helped turn challenging, abstract concepts into something students could see, touch, and discuss.\r\n\r\nThe other resources have also made a meaningful difference in our classroom. Students have pencils, erasers, and paper available when they need them, and the snacks help them remain focused when hunger might otherwise interfere with learning. The small treasure-box prizes give us another fun way to recognize effort, perseverance, and positive choices.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue using the math kits during small-group lessons and collaborative challenges. They will move from building and modeling problems to writing equations, solving real-world problems, and explaining the strategies they used. Your generosity has given my students resources that support both their learning and their everyday needs. Thank you for helping them feel prepared, encouraged, and excited to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1773595063430,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-minds-and-math-in-hawaii/10108251/","projectTitle":"Fueling Minds and Math in Hawaii","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tyler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4966478_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1665385839652","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4966478"},{"teacherId":1520662,"projectId":10111274,"letterContent":"The project's goal was to ensure the students were not hungry before their additional learning tasks. Unfortunately, our summer programming was not able to get the enrollment needed. Despite this situation, I was able to get the cereal cups to students who may not have regular access to food during the summer. \r\n\r\nAt the end of the school year, I gave a box each to siblings who need food they can make for themselves easily. The two siblings were so excited to take a box home. This was especially crucial the first week after school ended since the Seamless Summer Meal Program did not start for another week. \r\n\r\nSome of the cereal cups were given to a grant funded school-sponsored program that also started the week after school let out. The rest of the cereal cups were given to families of our students who could use the support. Our community partner along with our Family Engagement Coordinator were able to distribute the cereal cups to these families.","fullyFundedDate":1771777886116,"projectUrl":"project/summer-eats/10111274/","projectTitle":"Summer Eats","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Thomas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ethomas"},{"teacherId":9344264,"projectId":9153905,"letterContent":"The books added to my library gave my students a much better way to experience most of the Social Studies standards. There is not a ton of material on subjects like Roanoke, Jamestown, Plymouth, etc outside of the internet, especially at a 5th grade level. I used the books as read aloud books, as well as individual research.\r\nThe games have been greatly received by my students. They absolutely love having enough Connect 4 games so they can all play during reward time. The volleyballs are the most envied item in my classroom. Other classes come to my classroom to borrow volleyballs during recess! This project has made a huge impact on my students!","fullyFundedDate":1741864075244,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-researching-thinking/9153905/","projectTitle":"Exploring, Researching, Thinking","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Moseley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9344264"},{"teacherId":9344264,"projectId":10107809,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donations to our classroom! One of the shortcomings that we have in school is the ability to see the TV when lessons and classwork is displayed. Since our classroom only has one TV, it limits the seating configurations. I have several students that cannot see well, and I have to sit them as close to the TV as possible. This further limits the configurations of seating charts.\r\nWith the installation of the new TV, my students can sit almost anywhere in the classroom and be able to see its content. We are truly thankful to have the education community provide learning enhancements such as this. Thank you for what you do!","fullyFundedDate":1771777155802,"projectUrl":"project/big-screen/10107809/","projectTitle":"Big Screen!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Moseley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9344264"},{"teacherId":9344264,"projectId":10010338,"letterContent":"Our classroom was greatly impacted by your donation! My students are constantly hungry! The snacks that were part of this project were aimed at providing snacks at mid-morning break, and for incentives for academic competitions. They were so excited as soon as they saw all of the boxes of snacks and begged me every day for one or more of them. \r\nThe snacks worked best for incentives during games, competitions, and behavior rewards. Their favorite snack is the Ghardetto's pretzel mixes, and they have pleaded with me to get more. \r\nOnce again, we have depleted the snack stores and they are hungry for more. Thank you so much for providing them with these simple, but effective donations!","fullyFundedDate":1768276176937,"projectUrl":"project/snack-attack-ii/10010338/","projectTitle":"Snack Attack II","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Moseley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9344264"},{"teacherId":7937851,"projectId":10104010,"letterContent":"Mahalo for fully funding our project, \"Just a Dot... Not a lot!\" The supplies we received have truly transformed our classroom. The non-slip covers helped my students \"get a grip\" on their chair legs, beautifully protecting our floors from scratches and stains—a benefit that will last for years to come.\r\n\r\nMy students were beyond excited to receive the \"smelly\" pencils, erasers, and sharpeners. These incentive supplies have provided the boost they need to get ready to learn each day. Having these basic necessities has increased their motivation and willingness to dive into their tasks. Thank you for your generous donation and for making our project such a success!","fullyFundedDate":1771788153072,"projectUrl":"project/just-a-dotnot-a-lot/10104010/","projectTitle":"Just a Dot...Not a Lot!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sulliban","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7937851"},{"teacherId":5137632,"projectId":10112246,"letterContent":"We would like to thank all of our donors who always supports our students, teachers and our projects. Our students are so engaged with our 3D Doodler pen refills and other supplies that we got. I makes our students want to learn more and it opens the doors to new creativity that inspires students. Some of our supplies were replaced with other supplies and that's ok we just added other supplies that students needed. Once again Thank you for giving our students the opportunity to supplies that is need.","fullyFundedDate":1774461943701,"projectUrl":"project/stem-kit/10112246/","projectTitle":"STEM Kit","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sammie Aiona","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5137632_orig.png?crop=657,657,x302,y38&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694147221212","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5137632"},{"teacherId":2559898,"projectId":10103354,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest thanks for the \"Super Supplies\" you sent our way!\r\n\r\nIn a classroom, we go through supplies quickly, and your gift ensures every student has exactly what they need to thrive. My students especially love the whiteboards; they make learning interactive and allow me to check for understanding on the spot. I've also loved seeing them grab the new seat cushions to find a cozy corner for independent reading.\r\n\r\nFrom the incentive stamps that keep them motivated to the folders and sleeves that keep our \"learning home\" organized, your impact is felt every single day. Thank you for investing in our class and making school such an enjoyable place for these kids to grow.","fullyFundedDate":1771495721265,"projectUrl":"project/super-student-supplies/10103354/","projectTitle":"Super Student Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. ODonnell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2559898"},{"teacherId":9371950,"projectId":10106787,"letterContent":"In a rural, low-income school, these aren't just \"supplies\"—they are the infrastructure of a functional society within your four walls. When funding is tight, the mental load of \"making do\" is exhausting. These DonorsChoose items shifted that burden, moving the classroom from a state of survival to a state of professional, organized learning.\r\n\r\nAlthough these items seemed random, it really helped me elevate my classroom. I recently just moved into a new classroom and the materials like the bulletin board paper helped me create a space that was accessible to students and throughout the year we were able to fill it up with our own learning. In addition, items like the speaker, tape, printer ink, labels, envelopes, all allowed me to work in a professional space and give my students the best possible education this year. Some of the student materials like the tote bags, envelopes, whiteboards and headsets allowed my students to be equipped with the materials needed to be organized and ready for learning. \r\n\r\nRelying on donors to fund our basic needs is a humbling experience, but it's also incredibly powerful. When these boxes arrived, I made sure my students saw me opening them. I told them, \"People who have never met you wanted you to have these.\" These items didn't just help me teach the curriculum—they helped me show my students that their education is worth someone else's hard-earned money. It transformed our room from a \"resource-strapped\" space into a world-class learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1776451451743,"projectUrl":"project/restock-for-the-new-year/10106787/","projectTitle":"Restock for the New Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Utemei Pollard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9371950_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743031729317","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9371950"},{"teacherId":9371950,"projectId":9171194,"letterContent":"In a rural, low-income school, these aren't just \"supplies\"—they are the infrastructure of a functional society within your four walls. When funding is tight, the mental load of \"making do\" is exhausting. These DonorsChoose items shifted that burden, moving the classroom from a state of survival to a state of professional, organized learning.\r\n\r\nAlthough these items seemed random, it really helped me elevate my classroom. I recently just moved into a new classroom and the materials like the bulletin board paper helped me create a space that was accessible to students and throughout the year we were able to fill it up with our own learning. In addition, items like the speaker, tape, printer ink, labels, envelopes, all allowed me to work in a professional space and give my students the best possible education this year. Some of the student materials like the tote bags, envelopes, whiteboards and headsets allowed my students to be equipped with the materials needed to be organized and ready for learning. \r\n\r\nRelying on donors to fund our basic needs is a humbling experience, but it's also incredibly powerful. When these boxes arrived, I made sure my students saw me opening them. I told them, \"People who have never met you wanted you to have these.\" These items didn't just help me teach the curriculum—they helped me show my students that their education is worth someone else's hard-earned money. It transformed our room from a \"resource-strapped\" space into a world-class learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1746638129246,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-needs-to-run-smoother/9171194/","projectTitle":"Classroom Needs to Run Smoother!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Utemei Pollard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9371950_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743031729317","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9371950"},{"teacherId":3825294,"projectId":9915916,"letterContent":"This was such a wonderful gift for my class. They love to move! We really were down to one old ball and all not everyone could play with it at once. This equipment allowed my class to break apart and play different games and each students could go at their own pace of play. The girls enjoy walking around on the cans and throwing the balls gentle to each other. The boys enjoy playing with the soccer and footballs. They really like the soft foam football. Eaach much easier for them to grab and hold onto. Thankyou so much!","fullyFundedDate":1766963527324,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-body-makes-healthy-minds/9915916/","projectTitle":"Healthy Body Makes Healthy Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wiernicki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3825294_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1503791993917","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3825294"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_62642","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":366,"numTeachers":22,"percentFrplEligible":56,"percentAsian":8,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":10,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":30,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":25,"percentMultiracialImputed":23,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"16.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":64.5,"schoolId":62642,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Kohala Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Kohala Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/hawaii-school-district/kohala-elementary-school/62642"}