{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Konawaena Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":45.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7456397,"projectId":5587995,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my classroom through your donation to DonorsChoose. I am incredibly grateful for your contribution, which allowed me to purchase these new book bins for my library.\r\nThese bins have completely transformed our classroom space. Having our books organized and accessible has made such a positive impact on my students' daily reading time. They are now able to browse and select books independently, which has sparked even more excitement and curiosity about reading. It is wonderful to see them taking such pride in keeping their library neat and inviting.\r\nYour commitment to education and your support for my students truly mean the world to me. Thank you for believing in our classroom and helping us create a more organized and effective learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1622665354547,"projectUrl":"project/a-library-so-bright/5587995/","projectTitle":"A Library So Bright!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Galanto-James","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7456397_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1790369794797","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-james-kindergarten"},{"teacherId":7456397,"projectId":5442521,"letterContent":"I am writing to share the incredible difference your generosity has made for my students. Thanks to your support, we were able to provide our classroom with new magnetix letters and building snap letters, and the impact on our literacy and Response to Intervention (RTI) instruction has been truly transformative.\r\nFor a young student, the journey toward literacy is best navigated through tactile, hands-on experiences. These tools have turned abstract phonetic concepts into physical building blocks, allowing my students to literally \"construct\" their understanding of words. In our daily RTI sessions, these materials have become an essential resource for targeted, small-group intervention.\r\nSince introducing these materials, I have observed a remarkable shift in our reading progress. Students are now genuinely excited to participate in their literacy rotations, eager to manipulate the pieces to build CVC words, practice blending, and master sight words. For those who struggle with traditional pen-and-paper tasks, these tools provide a low-pressure, supportive way to experiment, make mistakes, and correct them in real-time. This has significantly boosted their phonemic awareness and overall reading confidence.\r\nBeyond individual growth, I have watched students collaborate during RTI, helping one another snap pieces into place and celebrating their collective \"builds.\" It is a beautiful reminder of the power of community in the classroom.\r\nBy providing these resources, you have helped me create an environment where every child, regardless of their starting point, feels empowered to grow, read, and succeed. Your investment in these children is an investment in their future, and I am so grateful to have you walking alongside us on this educational journey.\r\nThank you for your kindness, your belief in my students, and your commitment to making literacy a joyful, hands-on experience.","fullyFundedDate":1620396200837,"projectUrl":"project/letters-and-sounds-put-together-to-make/5442521/","projectTitle":"Letters and Sounds put Together to Make a Word!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Galanto-James","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7456397_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1790369794797","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-james-kindergarten"},{"teacherId":7456397,"projectId":10271705,"letterContent":"Your generous support has truly transformed our first-grade classroom. Thanks to your contribution, we have introduced flexible seating, including those wonderful wobbly chairs, and the impact on my students has been immediate and heartwarming.\r\n\r\nSitting still for long periods can be a real challenge for many of my students. Therefore, these chairs allow my students to wiggle, balance, and move while they work, which helps them stay focused and engaged during lessons. It is amazing to see how much more productive they are when their bodies are comfortable and their energy has a positive outlet.\r\n\r\nBeyond the academic benefits, these seats have created a more inclusive and welcoming environment. Every child now has the freedom to choose the spot where they feel most comfortable and ready to learn. Seeing their confidence grow as they take ownership of their learning space is a gift I am so grateful to share with you.\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for helping me create a classroom where they can truly thrive. Your kindness is making a lasting difference in their early educational journey.","fullyFundedDate":1780077753272,"projectUrl":"project/little-learners-big-choices-flexible-s/10271705/","projectTitle":"Little Learners, Big Choices: Flexible Seating & Super Success Prizes!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Galanto-James","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7456397_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1790369794797","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-james-kindergarten"},{"teacherId":9687049,"projectId":10082380,"letterContent":"Mahalo so much for your generous support of our classroom! My students and I have been incredibly grateful for the books, learning materials, headphones, classroom supplies, and organizational tools you provided for us.\r\n\r\nWe have been putting these materials to great use in our classroom. The new books have helped build excitement about reading and have given students more engaging choices to enjoy. The headphones and noise-reducing earmuffs have helped students focus and learn in a way that works best for them, while the math manipulatives have given students hands-on opportunities to practice important skills.\r\n\r\nThe classroom supplies have also made a big difference in helping our days run more smoothly. We have been using everything from the pencil sharpeners and clipboards to the turn-in trays, markers, and other everyday essentials. The books about patience, responsibility, self-control, and staying calm have also been great resources as we continue working on being safe, respectful, and responsible members of our classroom community.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping us create a classroom where students have the tools and support they need to learn and grow. Your generosity has already made a difference in our classroom, and we are so appreciative!","fullyFundedDate":1778061135899,"projectUrl":"project/building-focus-responsibility-and-a-lo/10082380/","projectTitle":"Building Focus, Responsibility, and a Love of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kernan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9687049"},{"teacherId":6019902,"projectId":10107727,"letterContent":"Your generous donations have helped my students have a memoral and meaningful school year. \r\nThey created class tie-dye shirts which were worn with pride at school events (turkey trot), field trips (marine mammal center) and even just for fun! We also had many eventful days of learning, made more impactful by snack-filled bellies and creative materials. \r\nThe bluetooth speaker allowed us to practice our cultural celebration performance together as a grade level. We also used it to play popular songs for a dance and popsicle end of year celebration!\r\nOur school truly felt like a family, and students will cherish those memories for so many years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1771726305304,"projectUrl":"project/rockstar-kids-deserve-the-best/10107727/","projectTitle":"Rockstar Kids Deserve the Best!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6019902_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572218693828","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6019902"},{"teacherId":8820581,"projectId":10112986,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our classroom! We are using the tools purchased in this project daily within our classroom to support our ongoing projects and daily needs. The stapler, laminator, and cutting board have been essential in keeping our classroom workflow running smoothly.\r\nThe blue light covers have been tremendously helpful for our students with different sensory needs and the large post-it easel pads have allowed us to create beautiful anchor charts and visuals for our little learners!","fullyFundedDate":1779498766368,"projectUrl":"project/daily-classroom-necessities/10112986/","projectTitle":"Daily Classroom Necessities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hokenson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8820581_orig.jpg?crop=910,910,x104,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1701306671580","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8820581"},{"teacherId":6709960,"projectId":9773080,"letterContent":"My students were so excited when they first saw our new classroom resources! They immediately wanted to explore and use everything. It was wonderful to see their enthusiasm and how quickly the materials became part of our daily learning. We have been using the resources to make lessons more engaging, hands-on, and accessible for all of my fourth graders.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite things has been watching students work together and become more independent in their learning. Having the right materials available gives them more opportunities to practice skills, collaborate with classmates, and take ownership of their work. Those moments when students are excited to participate and eager to show what they have learned are exactly why these resources are so valuable to our classroom.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through the school year, we will keep incorporating these materials into our reading, writing, math, science, and project-based learning. My students have so much growing and learning ahead of them, and your generosity has helped give us the tools to make that learning more meaningful and enjoyable. Thank you for supporting our classroom and investing in my students!","fullyFundedDate":1759454693110,"projectUrl":"project/the-complete-reading-experience/9773080/","projectTitle":"The Complete Reading Experience","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dahl","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6709960_orig.jpg?crop=308,308,x88,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1566070624606","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6709960"},{"teacherId":10254208,"projectId":10107704,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my classroom through DonorsChoose. I am incredibly grateful that you chose to invest in my students and provide them with resources that would enrich their learning experience.\r\n\r\nI recently transitioned from my position at the school, so I am no longer teaching in this classroom. However, I still wanted to personally express my sincere gratitude for your generosity. Your willingness to support teachers and students makes a meaningful difference, and I am so thankful that you chose to support my classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in teachers and investing in students!","fullyFundedDate":1778061131036,"projectUrl":"project/ms-tanners-classroom/10107704/","projectTitle":"Ms. Tanner's classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tanner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10254208"},{"teacherId":9154181,"projectId":9158046,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! The W-KING Bluetooth speaker has completely transformed our classroom learning, delivering crystal-clear audio for educational podcasts, smooth instructional transitions, and high-energy brain breaks that keep our 5th graders deeply focused and engaged. Together with the slow-rising stress balls and non-sting sports gear, these items have created a comfortable, energized environment where our students can thrive both academically and physically.\r\n\r\nOur students were beyond thrilled by the speaker's powerful sound during active lessons! Anxious learners and reluctant athletes in particular have warmed to this new technology and equipment. The discreet fidget balls help restless students channel energy to stay focused during lectures, while the friendly sports gear has built amazing confidence and teamwork during recess. We are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1741919423016,"projectUrl":"project/lets-make-education-fun-for-kids/9158046/","projectTitle":"Let's Make Education Fun for Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jhon Bravo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9154181_orig.jpg?crop=432,432,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737659824843","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9154181"},{"teacherId":9154181,"projectId":9989329,"letterContent":"Your incredible gift has unlocked whole new worlds for our students! Having the complete sets of The Hunger Games and Percy Jackson has transformed our reading corner, turning reluctant readers into eager bookworms who can't wait to discover what happens in the next chapter. Paired with their new headphones, students can now listen to read-along audiobooks, focus deeply on interactive learning modules, and immerse themselves in stories without distraction. By blending captivating literature with the technology to support every reading level, you've given our kids the freedom to explore, imagine, and build a lifelong love for reading.","fullyFundedDate":1778061127660,"projectUrl":"project/the-growth-angle-read-reuse-and-rea/9989329/","projectTitle":"The \"Growth\" Angle: Read, Reuse, and Reach Every Minute","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jhon Bravo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9154181_orig.jpg?crop=432,432,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737659824843","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9154181"},{"teacherId":9154181,"projectId":10266318,"letterContent":"Your support is directly transforming the daily learning experience for our students, and we cannot thank you enough. Thanks to your generosity, each student now has a magnetic folder to keep their work organized and secure, a digital clock in the classroom to help them build vital time-management skills, and a steady supply of pencils and sharpener to keep their ideas flowing without interruption. These seemingly simple tools eliminate everyday classroom friction, instilling confidence and helping our young learners stay focused, prepared, and excited to succeed every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1778061124257,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-and-timely-tools/10266318/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning and Timely Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jhon Bravo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9154181_orig.jpg?crop=432,432,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737659824843","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9154181"},{"teacherId":9369027,"projectId":10184123,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Organized Learners, Successful Readers.\" Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our first-grade classroom. The new organizational resources have helped create a calm, structured learning environment where students can easily find the materials they need and spend more time focused on learning. The excitement on their faces when they saw everything set up was priceless—they couldn't wait to explore their new classroom tools and begin using them during reading time.\r\n\r\nWe use these resources every day during our literacy block, small-group instruction, and independent reading activities. Having organized materials within easy reach has helped my students become more independent and confident. Instead of waiting for help finding supplies, they can quickly transition between activities and stay engaged in learning. It's been wonderful to watch them take pride in keeping our classroom neat and caring for the new materials.\r\n\r\nYour kindness is helping build strong reading habits that will benefit my students all year long. As we continue working on phonics, decoding, fluency, and comprehension, these organizational tools will allow us to maximize our learning time and help every child succeed. Thank you for investing in our classroom and believing in our students. Your support has made a lasting impact, and we are truly grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1775755823433,"projectUrl":"project/organized-learners-successful-readers/10184123/","projectTitle":"Organized Learners, Successful Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9369027_orig.jpg?crop=2370,2370,x130,y920&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722833940380","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9369027"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50776","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":462,"numTeachers":34,"percentFrplEligible":64,"percentAsian":7,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":9,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":34,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":26,"percentMultiracialImputed":20,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"13.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":54.6,"schoolId":50776,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Konawaena Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Konawaena Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/hawaii-school-district/konawaena-elementary-school/50776"}